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Vol. 160 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, MARCH 24, 2014 No. 46 House of Representatives The House met at noon and was pen and making these job opportunities experience to bear on the task of pro- called to order by the Speaker pro tem- available to jobseekers in the local viding quality equipment for construc- pore (Mr. UPTON). community. tion and other industrial uses. We are f As a former community college presi- proud that they call Statesville home dent, I am aware of the important role and grateful for the opportunities they DESIGNATION OF SPEAKER PRO these institutions play in providing provide to members of our community. TEMPORE workers with the opportunity to im- ASMO in North Carolina employs The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- prove their skills in order to meet the more than 350 people in Statesville. fore the House the following commu- demands of employers. This company produces blower motors, nication from the Speaker: Mitchell Community College and the power seat motors, power window mo- WASHINGTON, DC. Statesville Chamber of Commerce both tors, electric power steering motors, March 24, 2014. played large roles in ensuring that and other assemblies for auto manufac- I hereby appoint the Honorable FRED Statesville remains a dynamic eco- turers. UPTON to act as Speaker pro tempore on this nomic center within the Fifth District Mr. Speaker, at last week’s job fair, a day. of North Carolina. common refrain among employers is JOHN A. BOEHNER, More than 40 companies were rep- that they have had a hard time finding Speaker of the House of Representatives. resented at last week’s job fair. About individuals with the skills needed to f 500 jobs were available, spanning a fill available positions. This reminded MORNING-HOUR DEBATE broad range of skills, abilities, and me of H.R. 803, the SKILLS Act. This compensation levels. The organizers of- bill would reform and reorganize our The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- fered a resume workshop to help appli- broken Federal workforce development ant to the order of the House of Janu- cants make a first good impression. system. ary 7, 2014, the Chair will now recog- I would like to take a few minutes to There is bipartisan agreement that nize Members from lists submitted by recognize just a few of those who the current Federal workforce develop- the majority and minority leaders for helped make this event a success and ment programs are not meeting the morning-hour debate. who spend every day making the econ- needs of America’s jobseekers, many of The Chair will alternate recognition omy and community of Statesville run. whom were in attendance at the between the parties, with each party Gina Shumaker is a graduate of the Statesville job fair last week. limited to 1 hour and each Member Mitchell Community College Back to In his 2012 State of the Union ad- other than the majority and minority Work program, and now she is giving dress, the President asked that these leaders and the minority whip limited back to her work with Workforce Caro- programs be reformed, and Republicans to 5 minutes, but in no event shall de- lina. Gina spends every day matching in the House went to work and passed bate continue beyond 1:50 p.m. jobseekers with opportunities. She was the SKILLS Act, which would stream- f at the job fair looking to fill 197 posi- line 35 ineffective and duplicative pro- tions, and I commend her efforts to grams, including 26 identified as being THE STATESVILLE, NORTH help individuals get back on their feet. ineffective in a 2011 GAO report. CAROLINA, JOB FAIR Goodyear; I also had the opportunity The SKILLS Act empowers job cre- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The to talk with Joe Wegmiller, who is the ators, such as Goodyear, Doosan, Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from plant manager for the Goodyear manu- ASMO, and many others that were North Carolina (Ms. FOXX) for 5 min- facturing plant in Statesville. This fa- looking to hire in Statesville last utes. cility has been manufacturing tire week. The SKILLS Act would allow Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, last week it molds in Statesville since 1995. I have local businesses to help steer workforce was my pleasure to attend a job fair at had the opportunity to tour the facil- development resources toward fields Mitchell Community College in States- ity, and it is a key employer in the that are in demand right now. This bill ville, North Carolina. The job fair was Fifth District. passed the House over a year ago. I call cohosted by the Statesville Chamber of Doosan; Doosan Portable Power spe- on our colleagues over in the Senate to Commerce; and both Mitchell Commu- cializes in making generators, air com- act on this vital piece of legislation. nity College president Dr. Tim Brewer pressors, and other light construction Mr. Speaker, this House will main- and Chamber president David Bradley equipment. This company is tain its focus on creating an environ- and their staffs are to be commended headquartered in Statesville and brings ment conducive to economic growth for making this important event hap- more than 100 years of manufacturing and job creation. We have passed more

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VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:59 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24MR7.000 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2568 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 24, 2014 than 30 pieces of legislation designed to WILSON) come forward and lead the As the open enrollment period dead- decrease the bureaucracy, increase op- House in the Pledge of Allegiance. line approaches leading to more hard- portunity, and restore vitality to our Mr. WILSON of South Carolina led ship for families, medical professionals, economy. Unfortunately, the majority the Pledge of Allegiance as follows: and small businesses, it is our duty to of this legislation is languishing in the I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the work together to change ObamaCare, Senate. The employers, jobseekers, and United States of America, and to the Repub- which destroys jobs. community members I spoke with last lic for which it stands, one nation under God, In conclusion, God bless our troops, week in Statesville want to move for- indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. and we will never forget September the ward with their businesses and lives. f 11th in the global war on terrorism. There are House-passed bills that will FOUR YEARS AFTER OBAMACARE, f help solve some of the problems they AMERICANS ARE WORSE OFF GET THE GOVERNMENT OUT OF are facing. The Senate and the Presi- (Mr. BURGESS asked and was given THE WAY OF JOB CREATORS dent need to act to turn these bills into permission to address the House for 1 law. (Ms. FOXX asked and was given per- minute and to revise and extend his re- mission to address the House for 1 f marks.) minute and to revise and extend her re- RECESS Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, this is marks.) the Affordable Care Act. Yesterday The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, tonight the marks the 4-year anniversary of when Statesville Chamber of Commerce will ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair it was signed into law. We all knew, at declares the House in recess until 2 host its annual dinner and recognize least on the Republican side of this the individuals, businesses, and non- p.m. today. House, how this thing was troubled Accordingly (at 12 o’clock and 6 min- profits that help make Statesville, when it was passed 4 years ago, but utes p.m.) the House stood in recess. North Carolina, thrive. what no one could have predicted was Unfortunately, our work here will f the aggressive incompetence of the ad- keep me from joining them. As we rec- b 1400 ministration and the agencies during ognize the great work local organiza- the implementation. AFTER RECESS tions like the Statesville Chamber do It is hurting average Americans. I to help local businesses compete, we The recess having expired, the House get comments from people back home should remain focused on the task of was called to order by the Speaker pro on my Facebook page literally every keeping Washington out of their way. tempore (Mr. COLLINS of New York) at day. People tell me their stories of We have passed numerous bills in the 2 p.m. their health care plans being canceled, House to cut through bureaucracy and f their premiums and deductibles going get the government out of the way of PRAYER up, and trusted access to family doc- job creators. tors being lost. In the last week of February, the The Chaplain, the Reverend Patrick Rosie told me her premiums went up House passed one such bill: the Un- J. Conroy, offered the following prayer: 62 percent last year. Heidi’s husband funded Mandates Information and Gracious God, we give You thanks for lost his job because his company was Transparency Act. UMITA would re- giving us another day. forced to downsize because of the law. quire new Federal rules and regula- In this Chamber, where the people’s Kim told me her family’s premium has tions to undergo more complete and ac- House gathers, we pause to offer You gone up, resulting in over $9,000 a year curate cost analyses. gratitude for the gift of this good land now out-of-pocket, in addition to what With regulations estimated to impose on which we live, and for this great Na- they paid last year. over 87 million hours of paperwork on tion which You have inspired in devel- One person put it best, saying: This American businesses, I hope this bill oping over so many years. Continue to Affordable Care Act is simply not af- passes the Senate with the same bipar- inspire the American people, that fordable. Mr. Speaker, Americans de- tisan support it received in the House. through the difficulties of these days serve better. f we might keep liberty and justice alive f in our Nation and in the world. HONORING JIM SPEARS, DANIEL Give to us and all people a vivid FOUR YEARS LATER AND LETOURNEAU, AND DWAYNE DA- sense of Your presence, that we may OBAMACARE IS STILL FAILING VIDSON learn to understand each other, to re- (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina (Mr. MESSER asked and was given spect each other, to work with each asked and was given permission to ad- permission to address the House for 1 other, to live with each other, and to dress the House for 1 minute and to re- minute.) do good to each other. So shall we vise and extend his remarks.) Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, there are make our Nation great in goodness and Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. a lot of heroes in society. They include good in its greatness. Speaker, for the last 4 years, American moms and dads, doctors, nurses, and As the Members of this House return families have watched as ObamaCare teachers, and those who go above and from a week of constituent visits, has destroyed jobs, increased insurance beyond to help others at great risk to grant them wisdom and goodwill as premiums, and denied access to trusted themselves. they address the issues of days to medical professionals. You can’t keep I want to recognize three examples of come. your doctor. such bravery today: Jim Spears, Daniel May all that is done this day be for From day one, the administration Letourneau, and Dwayne Davidson—all Your greater honor and glory. has not been honest with the law’s ef- UPS employees—who risked their lives Amen. fectiveness or its implementation. This to help a stranger whose van had f unworkable, irresponsible law con- flipped multiple times on an icy high- tinues to plague families. We must way outside of Indianapolis. THE JOURNAL work together to repeal and replace The victim was stuck in her vehicle, The SPEAKER pro tempore. The ObamaCare. and their selfless actions kept her from Chair has examined the Journal of the House Republicans know that com- further harm. The beneficiary of their last day’s proceedings and announces monsense solutions exist which will selfless acts said: ‘‘The goodness of peo- to the House his approval thereof. provide relief to those who have fallen ple in this world is so great . . . and Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- victims to the President’s countless there are truly great people out there nal stands approved. broken promises. Unfortunately, the who we should appreciate.’’ Well said. f administration and Senate Democrats Last week I had the opportunity to have refused to work with us to make meet Jim, David, and Dwayne. Today, I PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE changes and restore health care deci- want to commend them for their brav- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Will the sions back to the American people, not ery and thank them for reminding us gentleman from South Carolina (Mr. to Big Government. what it truly means to be a hero.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:59 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.002 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2569 RECESS Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- I yield myself as much time as I may Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair consume. I yield as much time as he may con- declares the House in recess subject to H.R. 1228, introduced by the gen- sume to the gentleman from Wisconsin the call of the Chair. tleman from Wisconsin (Mr. RIBBLE), (Mr. RIBBLE), my friend and colleague. Accordingly (at 2 o’clock and 7 min- would designate the facility of the Mr. RIBBLE. Madam Speaker, I want utes p.m.) the House stood in recess. United States Postal Service, located to thank the chairman, the gentleman at 123 South 9th Street, in DePere, Wis- from Texas. I want to thank the gen- f consin, as the Corporal Justin D. Ross tleman from Missouri for letting me b 1600 Post Office Building. come down here, for recognizing the Army Specialist Justin Ross was sacrifice of a family from Green Bay, AFTER RECESS killed in action while serving in Oper- Wisconsin. The recess having expired, the House ation Enduring Freedom. Assigned to This is always a difficult time. I can was called to order by the Speaker pro the 863rd Engineer Battalion, Army Re- hear the emotions of the voices of my tempore (Mrs. BLACK) at 4 p.m. serve, Wausau, Wisconsin, he died on colleagues as they speak about Justin March 26 in Afghanistan. Justin was and about Corporal Ross and his family f posthumously honored and promoted and the sacrifice. ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER to corporal. I have to tell you, Madam Speaker, PRO TEMPORE Corporal Ross was wounded when his there is probably nothing more dif- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- unit came under small arms fire from ficult to do than to try to craft some ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the Chair insurgents while on a route clearance speech, some words, some language will postpone further proceedings mission. He was the only casualty and here today that would honor Corporal today on motions to suspend the rules the first of the unit. Only 22 at the Ross and his family in a way that is on which a recorded vote or the yeas time of his death, Corporal Ross was sufficient to the sacrifice that this and nays are ordered, or on which the posthumously awarded the Bronze family had. vote incurs objection under clause 6 of Star, Purple Heart, and meritorious You have already heard a little bit rule XX. service medals. about Corporal Justin David Ross. He Record votes on postponed questions Corporal Ross was a 2007 graduate of was born on September 14, 1988, and will be taken later. Bay Port High School and joined the served in the Army Reserve. He was a military in October of 2007. Those close member of the 863rd Engineer Bat- f to him understood that serving in the talion in Wausau, Wisconsin. CORPORAL JUSTIN D. ROSS POST Army was a lifelong dream of Justin’s. Tragically, he was killed on March OFFICE BUILDING His parents knew that he loved being 26, 2011. The anniversary of his death, part of the mission in Afghanistan. Madam Speaker, is just 2 days from Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, His unit had high praise for their now. That will be 3 years since this I move to suspend the rules and pass fallen brother. They said he was an family lost their son and this country the bill (H.R. 1228) to designate the fa- outstanding soldier that loved being in lost its hero. cility of the United States Postal Serv- the Army and loved working with his Corporal Ross was the first service- ice located at 300 Packerland Drive in fellow soldiers. He will be remembered member from the 8th Congressional Green Bay, Wisconsin, as the ‘‘Corporal by his family, friends, church, commu- District of Wisconsin killed in the line Justin D. Ross Post Office Building’’, nity, and fellow soldiers as a wonderful of duty after I began my first term in as amended. man who was proud to serve his coun- Congress in 2011. I was sworn in, in The Clerk read the title of the bill. try. January of 2011, and 90 days later, Jus- The text of the bill is as follows: Madam Speaker, it is an honor and a tin was killed. H.R. 1228 privilege to stand before this body He served his country honorably. He Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- today and honor the memory of a true earned numerous awards for his serv- resentatives of the United States of America in American hero. I am grateful for the ice, including the Purple Heart and the Congress assembled, service of Corporal Ross and for all Bronze Star and nine other meritorious SECTION 1. CORPORAL JUSTIN D. ROSS POST OF- those who serve and protect us each service awards. FICE BUILDING. and every day. I urge all Members to The Committee on Oversight and (a) DESIGNATION.—The facility of the Government Reform passed this bill by United States Postal Service located at 123 join me in strong support of this bill. South 9th Street in De Pere, Wisconsin, shall I reserve the balance of my time. a voice vote without any objection. It be known and designated as the ‘‘Corporal Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, I yield is also, as was mentioned by the gen- Justin D. Ross Post Office Building’’. myself such time as I may consume. tleman from Missouri, supported by (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, As a member of the House Committee virtually every member of the Wis- map, regulation, document, paper, or other on Oversight and Government Reform, consin House delegation. record of the United States to the facility re- I am pleased to join my colleagues in So how do we go about honoring Jus- ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to the consideration of H.R. 1228, a bill to tin Ross? How do we go about honoring be a reference to the ‘‘Corporal Justin D. designate the facility of the U.S. Post- his mom and dad, Ron and Debbie? How Ross Post Office Building’’. al Service located at 300 Packerland do we honor his brothers? The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Drive, Green Bay, Wisconsin, as the It is almost impossible to do so be- ant to the rule, the gentleman from Corporal Justin D. Ross Post Office cause we have a tendency to almost Texas (Mr. FARENTHOLD) and the gen- Building. falsely believe that Justin was about a tleman from Missouri (Mr. CLAY) each The measure before us was intro- chevron on a sleeve, a medal on his will control 20 minutes. duced on March 15, 2013, by my col- chest, or a service ribbon that he wore The Chair recognizes the gentleman league, Representative REID RIBBLE of on his uniform. from Texas. Wisconsin. Those are the things that Justin did GENERAL LEAVE In accordance to committee require- and the accomplishments that Justin Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, ments, the bill before us is cosponsored had. They weren’t really who Justin I ask unanimous consent that all Mem- by all members of the Wisconsin dele- was. Justin did serve as a soldier in the bers may be given 5 legislative days gation. H.R. 1228 was reported out of Army, and he did die in the line of duty within which to revise and extend their House Oversight and Government Re- on behalf of his country, but he was remarks and include extraneous mate- form Committee by unanimous consent more than that. rials on the bill under consideration. on March 12, 2014. Imagine a family back in 1988 wel- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there At this time, Madam Speaker, I coming their son to this Earth and objection to the request of the gen- would like to just thank the Ross fam- picking him up and cradling him in tleman from Texas? ily for their son giving the ultimate their arms, not knowing that they were There was no objection. sacrifice in serving this country. cradling a hero. They couldn’t possibly

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:59 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.004 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2570 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 24, 2014 have known 22 years ago what would and women make every day serving H.R. 3060, introduced by the gen- happen to their son. I thank them for this country. I do think nothing could tleman from Texas, Mr. ROGER WIL- their sacrifice. This means a lot to our be more appropriate than honoring the LIAMS, would designate the facility of country. It means a lot to this family. memory of Corporal Justin D. Ross by the United States Postal Service lo- I am sorry I get choked up, but this naming the post office building in De cated at 232 Southwest Johnson Avenue matters to us. It matters to our coun- Pere, Wisconsin, after him. in Burleson, Texas, as the Sergeant try. The loss that was there is signifi- I urge all of my colleagues to join me William Moody Post Office Building. cant, every single one. I knew Justin. in voting for this bill, H.R. 1228, and I As a fellow Texan, I am proud to join His dad was a pastor. His grandfather yield back the balance of my time. my colleague, Mr. WILLIAMS, in urging was a pastor. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The this body to name this postal facility He lived under the teachings of those question is on the motion offered by in honor of Sergeant William Moody. two men who taught him in the book of the gentleman from Texas (Mr. b 1615 Thessalonians to lead a quiet life. He FARENTHOLD) that the House suspend Sergeant Moody went above and be- did that. If you listen to the way his the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 1228, as yond the call of duty, serving in both friends and his family talked about amended. the U.S. Army and the U.S. Marine him, they often mention how quiet, al- The question was taken. Corps. He served two tours of duty in most shy that Justin was. He did that. The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the Iraq while he was a marine, and he was He followed the teachings of the opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being finishing his second and last tour of apostle Paul. When the apostle Paul in the affirmative, the ayes have it. duty in Afghanistan with the Army told us that no greater love is this than Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, when a Taliban rocket attack on to lay down a life for a friend, not only on that I demand the yeas and nays. Bagram Air Force Base took his life on did he lay down his life for his friends The yeas and nays were ordered. June 18 of 2013. William Moody was a and his comrades, he was doing a clear- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- 30-year-old husband and father of ance mission. ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- Madam Speaker, he was going in three. ceedings on this motion will be post- Madam Speaker, I was particularly front of our troops, clearing out IEDs poned. and making the way safe. He gave his touched to read about the special life so others didn’t have to. He gave f homecoming surprise that Sergeant his life for people that he loved. There SERGEANT WILLIAM MOODY POST Moody had in store for his family. was no greater love than this, as we are OFFICE BUILDING While deployed in Afghanistan, he con- taught by the apostle Paul. tacted the fire department in Burleson Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, and asked if he could surprise his chil- Jesus himself said to love your neigh- I move to suspend the rules and pass bor as yourself, and Justin did just dren by picking them up from school in the bill (H.R. 3060) to designate the fa- a fire truck on the day of his return. Of that. All through his life, he lived by cility of the United States Postal Serv- the teachings of his faith; but what his course, the chief and the firefighters ice located at 232 Southwest Johnson responded with a resounding ‘‘yes’’ to grandfather taught him, what his dad Avenue in Burleson, Texas, as the taught him, what his mom taught him, this request, and they exchanged ‘‘Sergeant William Moody Post Office emails with Sergeant Moody, making he lived those values out every single Building’’. day. plans for his return up until the after- The Clerk read the title of the bill. noon of the day before his death. Even Now, I know that Justin would want The text of the bill is as follows: one thing because Justin cared a lot in the midst of a war zone, Sergeant about his comrades. He would be em- H.R. 3060 Moody’s thoughts and hopes were back barrassed to think that we were nam- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- home in Texas, with his wife and chil- resentatives of the United States of America in dren, demonstrating his deep dedica- ing this post office in his name alone. Congress assembled, There were four other soldiers that tion to family. His example and his SECTION 1. SERGEANT WILLIAM MOODY POST love of his family should move, touch, were killed in the 8th District of Wis- OFFICE BUILDING. consin. (a) DESIGNATION.—The facility of the and inspire all of us, and it should be I want to remember them today as United States Postal Service located at 232 an example that we should all follow. well because it is about them, too. Ser- Southwest Johnson Avenue in Burleson, Sergeant Moody was a highly deco- geant Paul Atim from Green Bay; Staff Texas, shall be known and designated as the rated soldier and marine. Among his Sergeant Matthew Hermanson from ‘‘Sergeant William Moody Post Office Build- honors were an Army Commendation Appleton; Staff Sergeant Eppinger ing’’. Medal, a Combat Action Ribbon, an from Appleton; and Staff Sergeant (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, Army Good Conduct Medal, a Marine map, regulation, document, paper, or other Bear from Elton, Wisconsin, all of Corps Good Conduct Medal, a Bronze record of the United States to the facility re- Star, and a Purple Heart, just to name these soldiers gave their lives on behalf ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to of this country. Their brave and self- be a reference to the ‘‘Sergeant William a few. less service deserves to be remembered. Moody Post Office Building’’. Madam Speaker, it is an honor to pay tribute before this body to a fellow So what do we do? We take the time, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Texan who gave his life in the defense and we say thank you, and then we bla- ant to the rule, the gentleman from of our country. I am grateful to Ser- zon Justin’s name on a post office, so Texas (Mr. FARENTHOLD) and the gen- geant William Moody for his service, that when the citizens of De Pere, Wis- tleman from Missouri (Mr. CLAY) each and I urge all Members to join me in consin, go into that post office, they will control 20 minutes. see their hero’s name and remember. the strong support of this bill. The Chair recognizes the gentleman I reserve the balance of my time. That is what we should do today. from Texas. I thank my colleagues for supporting Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, I yield GENERAL LEAVE this bill. myself such time as I may consume. Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, As a member of the Committee on I am prepared to close, and I reserve I ask unanimous consent that all Mem- Oversight and Government Reform, I the balance of my time. bers may have 5 legislative days in am pleased to join my colleagues in the Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, I too am which to revise and extend their re- consideration of H.R. 3060, a bill to des- prepared to close. marks and to include extraneous mate- ignate the facility of the U.S. Postal I want to urge the passage of H.R. rials on the bill under consideration. Service located at 232 Southwest John- 1228, and I yield back the balance of my The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there son Avenue, in Burleson, Texas, as the time. objection to the request of the gen- Sergeant William Moody Post Office Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, tleman from Texas? Building. I yield myself such time as I may con- There was no objection. This measure before us was intro- sume. Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, duced on August 2, 2013, by my col- I am moved by Mr. RIBBLE’s speech. I I yield myself such time as I may con- league, Representative ROGER WIL- am moved by the sacrifices that men sume. LIAMS of Texas. In accordance with

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:59 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.007 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2571 committee requirements, the bill is co- tion’s heroes. In the words of Ronald (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, sponsored by all members of the Texas Reagan: Freedom is never more than a map, regulation, document, paper, or other delegation. H.R. 3060 was reported out generation away from extinction; it record of the United States to the facility re- of the committee by unanimous con- must be fought for and defended by ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the ‘‘Staff Sergeant Nich- sent on March 12, 2014. each new generation. olas J. Reid Post Office Building’’. Let me say that Sergeant Moody I hope that future generations will be lived a remarkable life, and he served inspired to live and serve like Sergeant The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- his country in two capacities: first, as William Moody. He fought with cour- ant to the rule, the gentleman from a U.S. marine and, second, as a ser- age, served with integrity, and will be Texas (Mr. FARENTHOLD) and the gen- geant in the Army. Madam Speaker, I remembered forever. America does not tleman from Missouri (Mr. CLAY) each ask that we pass this bill without res- give because it is rich; America is rich will control 20 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentleman ervation in order to recognize the serv- because it gives—and we are all proud from Texas. ice, valor, and life of Sergeant William that it gave us Sergeant William Moody. Moody. GENERAL LEAVE I reserve the balance of my time. May God bless our troops; may God Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, bless Texas; and may God bless the I ask unanimous consent that all Mem- I yield such time as he may consume to United States of America. bers may have 5 legislative days in the gentleman from Texas (Mr. WIL- Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, in clos- which to revise and extend their re- LIAMS), my good friend, colleague, and ing, I urge my colleagues to pass H.R. marks and to include extraneous mate- fellow Texan. 3060. rial on the bill under consideration. Mr. WILLIAMS. Thank you to my I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there colleagues for being here today. Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, objection to the request of the gen- Madam Speaker, on June 17, 2013, I join with all of my Texas colleagues tleman from Texas? decorated Army Sergeant William and especially with Mr. WILLIAMS in There was no objection. Moody of Burleson, Texas, while he was urging that we do honor Sergeant Wil- Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, serving his second tour of duty in Af- liam Moody by renaming the postal fa- I yield myself such time as I may con- ghanistan, sent an email to the local cility in Burleson in his honor. I join in sume. fire chief in his hometown. He wanted the remarks that Mr. WILLIAMS made H.R. 1451, introduced by the gentle- to plan a special ‘‘coming home’’ sur- about the necessity to pay honor and lady from New York (Ms. SLAUGHTER), prise with the help of the fire depart- tribute to those who make the ulti- would designate the facility of the ment and pull up to his kids’ school in mate sacrifice to this country, and I United States Postal Service located at a big fire engine. He was set to return agree that naming the post office will 14 Main Street in Brockport, New sometime in September, but on the fol- actually serve as a memorial that, per- York, as the Staff Sergeant Nicholas J. lowing day of June 18, Sergeant Moody haps, will ease the pain of the loss of Reid Post Office Building. H.R. 1451 is and three other American soldiers were Sergeant William Moody’s family. So I cosponsored by the entire New York killed by indirect enemy fire at urge all Members to join me in sup- delegation. Bagram Air Force Base. porting H.R. 3060. Army Staff Sergeant Reid was born Sergeant Moody is truly a hometown I yield back the balance of my time. in Brockport on April 2, 1986. He grad- hero. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The uated from Brockport High School in Born and raised in Burleson, Texas, question is on the motion offered by 2004 and enlisted in the Army there- Sergeant Moody joined the Marines the gentleman from Texas (Mr. after in 2006. He was serving his second after graduating from Burleson High FARENTHOLD) that the House suspend tour of duty in Afghanistan when in- School. He served two tours of duty in the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 3060. surgents attacked his unit with an im- Iraq and later joined the Army, where The question was taken. provised explosive device. He tragically he deployed twice to Afghanistan. The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the succumbed to his wounds in Germany Throughout his years of service, Ser- opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being on December 13, 2012. He was only 26 geant Moody’s commendable service in the affirmative, the ayes have it. years old. He leaves behind his loving earned him numerous honors and serv- Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, on that I parents, Ken and Dorothy Reid; his sis- ice medals, including the Global War demand the yeas and nays. ter, Susie; and several aunts, uncles, on Terrorism Service Medal, a Bronze The yeas and nays were ordered. cousins, and friends. Star, and a Purple Heart. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Madam Speaker, Nicholas, who went Thanks to the city of Burleson and ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- by ‘‘Nick,’’ enlisted as an explosive with the leadership of Mayor Ken ceedings on this motion will be post- ordnance disposal technician. He knew Shetter and the Burleson City Council, poned. the dangers of IEDs. He knew how today marks a huge victory in our f many of our troops had been killed by joint efforts to pay tribute to Sergeant these devices, how many had been STAFF SERGEANT NICHOLAS J. Moody’s service and sacrifice by dedi- wounded. Yet he chose this hazardous REID POST OFFICE BUILDING cating the Burleson Post Office facility duty and excelled at it, and he showed in honor of this hometown hero. Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, great courage. Nick Reid is a true hero. Later today, the House will vote on a I move to suspend the rules and pass It is my privilege to urge the strong bill I was proud to introduce, H.R. 3060, the bill (H.R. 1451) to designate the fa- support for this bill to honor his mem- to officially name the local post office cility of the United States Postal Serv- ory. facility after Sergeant Moody. Along ice located at 14 Main Street in I reserve the balance of my time. with hundreds of my colleagues in Con- Brockport, New York, as the ‘‘Staff Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, at this gress, it will be one of the greatest Sergeant Nicholas J. Reid Post Office point, I yield such time as she may honors of my life to support this bill. Building’’. consume to the gentlewoman from that Not only will the Sergeant William The Clerk read the title of the bill. beautiful district in upstate New York Moody Post Office Building serve as a The text of the bill is as follows: (Ms. SLAUGHTER), our ranking member memorial for his wife and three chil- H.R. 1451 of the Rules Committee. dren to cherish, but it will honor all of Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Ms. SLAUGHTER. It is, indeed, beau- our Nation’s veterans and will stand as resentatives of the United States of America in tiful. It snows all the time, though, and a reminder of the true price of our free- Congress assembled, we have had about enough. dom. SECTION 1. STAFF SERGEANT NICHOLAS J. REID Madam Speaker, as the previous The war on terror is far from over. POST OFFICE BUILDING. speakers have said, on April 2, 1986, the (a) DESIGNATION.—The facility of the There are countless attempts by hos- United States Postal Service located at 14 Reid family of Brockport, New York, tile groups to do us harm and bring de- Main Street in Brockport, New York, shall gave birth to a son named Nicholas. struction. That is why it is important be known and designated as the ‘‘Staff Ser- For 26 years, Nicholas lived a life of to recognize the memory of our Na- geant Nicholas J. Reid Post Office Building’’. honor and duty; and though he was

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:59 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.010 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2572 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 24, 2014 taken from this Earth far too soon, his the gentleman from Texas (Mr. and Seton Hall University School of was a life that should be remembered FARENTHOLD) that the House suspend Law, where she was the only African throughout our time. the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 1451. American in her class when she re- Just 2 years out of high school, Nich- The question was taken; and (two- ceived her juris doctor degree in 1971. olas signed up for the United States thirds being in the affirmative) the Judge Tolentino also went on to re- Army while we were in the midst of rules were suspended and the bill was ceive a specialized master of laws de- two wars. Surely knowing that he passed. gree in criminal justice from New York would see the dangers of battle but A motion to reconsider was laid on University Graduate School of Law in proudly volunteering to serve his coun- the table. 1980. Judge Tolentino was appointed to the try, Nicholas was assigned to the 53rd f Ordnance Company of the 3rd Ordnance Superior Court of the State of New Jer- Battalion based at Joint Base Lewis- b 1630 sey on January 11, 1984. She was the McChord in Washington State. JUDGE SHIRLEY A. TOLENTINO first female appointed to that position. She had previously been appointed as Nicholas served two tours of duty on POST OFFICE BUILDING the battlefields of Afghanistan and the first female to the Jersey City Mu- faced some of the most dangerous situ- Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, nicipal Court in 1976. In 1981, she be- ations ever encountered by the United I move to suspend the rules and pass came the first female presiding judge States Army as an explosive ordnance the bill (H.R. 1376) to designate the fa- of the Jersey City Municipal Court. disposal specialist, the most dangerous cility of the United States Postal Serv- One of her proudest accomplishments job there was. In his frontline role, ice located at 369 Martin Luther King was serving on the Coleman Commis- Nicholas repeatedly risked his life for Jr. Drive in Jersey City, New Jersey, as sion, which later became the New Jer- the safety of his fellow soldiers and ci- the ‘‘Judge Shirley A. Tolentino Post sey Supreme Court Task Force on Mi- vilians alike. Office Building’’. norities, as well as chairing the Com- It was in this role that Nicholas suf- The Clerk read the title of the bill. mission on Criminal Justice and Mi- fered fatal injuries when an improvised The text of the bill is as follows: nority Defendants and serving on the explosive device detonated in Sperwan H.R. 1376 Committee on Criminal Practice. village, Afghanistan, on December 9, Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- In addition to her fine public service, 2012. Seventeen days later, the town of resentatives of the United States of America in Judge Tolentino was a leader in many Brockport honored Nicholas’ heroic life Congress assembled, service-oriented organizations, includ- when his body returned home. ‘‘We are SECTION 1. JUDGE SHIRLEY A. TOLENTINO POST ing the Urban League, Girl Scouts, and here to make sure he receives the wel- OFFICE BUILDING. the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. She (a) DESIGNATION.—The facility of the also served on the boards of various come home that he deserves,’’ said one United States Postal Service located at 369 academic institutions, including her community member who stood in the Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Jersey City, alma mater, St. Elizabeth’s. cold winter wind and under gray skies New Jersey, shall be known and designated Unfortunately, Judge Tolentino to welcome Staff Sergeant Nicholas J. as the ‘‘Judge Shirley A. Tolentino Post Of- passed away at the age of 67 on October fice Building’’. Reid home. 31, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Today, I rise to make permanent the (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other Dr. Ernesto Tolentino, two daughters, debt of gratitude our Nation owes to and many beloved family members and Staff Sergeant Reid and to his parents, record of the United States to the facility re- ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to friends. She was a pillar of her commu- Ken and Dorothy. With this legislation, be a reference to the ‘‘Judge Shirley A. nity and a strong role model for women the facility of the United States Postal Tolentino Post Office Building’’. and men of all ages. Service located at 14 Main Street in The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- I urge my colleagues to join me in Brockport, New York, will be perma- ant to the rule, the gentleman from supporting H.R. 1376, and I reserve the nently designated as the Staff Sergeant Texas (Mr. FARENTHOLD) and the gen- balance of my time. Nicholas J. Reid Post Office Building. tleman from Missouri (Mr. CLAY) each Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, I yield A recipient of the Bronze Star and will control 20 minutes. such time as he may consume to my Purple Heart, among countless other The Chair recognizes the gentleman friend from New Jersey (Mr. PAYNE). medals of service, we can never fully from Texas. Mr. PAYNE. Madam Speaker, I would repay Nicholas or his family for their like to thank the gentleman from Mis- service to our country; but with this GENERAL LEAVE souri and the gentleman from Texas for gesture, we can ensure that future gen- Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, giving me this opportunity to speak on erations will know of the incredible life I ask unanimous consent that all Mem- a true hero in our community. that Staff Sergeant Reid lived, of his bers may have 5 legislative days within In New Jersey, Ms. Tolentino is honor, his sacrifice, and pride in serv- which to revise and extend their re- someone that is looked to with great ing his hometown of Brockport and the marks and include extraneous material esteem. She led the way on many country that he defended. It is with im- on the bill under consideration. issues moving women and minorities measurable gratitude that I offer this The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there forward and showing that they had a legislation today and remember Staff objection to the request of the gen- rightful place at the table of power, the Sergeant Nicholas J. Reid. tleman from Texas? ability to serve, and the distinction to Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, There was no objection. lead. we are prepared to close. I reserve the Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 1376, to balance of my time. I yield myself such time as I may con- name the postal facility located at 369 Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, I would sume. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Jersey just ask that we pass this bill without Madam Speaker, H.R. 1376, intro- City, New Jersey, after the late Honor- reservation in order to recognize the duced by the gentleman from New Jer- able Shirley A. Tolentino. sacrifice that Nicholas J. Reid, his sey (Mr. PAYNE), would designate the Shirley Tolentino was born in Jersey family, and loved ones have made for facility of the United States Postal City, served as a distinguished jurist in the United States. Service located at 369 Martin Luther Hudson County for over 26 years, and I yield back the balance of my time. King Jr. Drive in Jersey City, New Jer- was a trailblazer for women and Afri- Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, sey, as the Judge Shirley A. Tolentino can Americans as public servants in Staff Sergeant Nicholas J. Reid de- Post Office Building. New Jersey. She was a product of the serves the post office in Brockport to Judge Tolentino was a remarkable local public school system in Jersey be named after him, so I urge all Mem- woman, and her life was marked by City, where she was an honor student, bers to join me in voting for the pas- several accomplishments. Judge graduating from Snyder High School. sage of this bill to honor Nick. Tolentino was born in Jersey City and She then earned a scholarship to at- I yield back the balance of my time. graduated from Henry Snyder High tend the College of St. Elizabeth in The SPEAKER pro tempore. The School as an honor student. She at- Morristown, New Jersey, graduating question is on the motion offered by tended the College of St. Elizabeth’s with a degree in Latin with honors.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:59 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.013 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2573 To put herself through law school, Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, I yield Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, Judge Tolentino worked as a high myself such time as I may consume. I yield myself such time as I may con- school Latin and English teacher while I urge the passage of H.R. 1376, to sume. attending Seton Hall University School commemorate the life of Judge H.R. 1813 was introduced by the gen- of Law, graduating as the only African Tolentino and all of her accomplish- tleman from Ohio (Mr. RYAN) and American female in the class of 1971. ments and service to the Jersey City would redesignate the facility of the After law school, she became a dep- community. United States Postal Service located at uty attorney general in the State of I yield back the balance of my time. 162 Northeast Avenue in Tallmadge, New Jersey, where she remained until Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, Ohio, as the Lance Corporal Daniel Na- she rose to the bench in Jersey City in I join with my friends and colleagues than Deyarmin Post Office Building. 1976. She became the second African across the aisle, Mr. PAYNE and Mr. Marine Lance Corporal Daniel Na- American woman to be named as a mu- CLAY, in urging passage of H.R. 1376, than Deyarmin, Jr., who went by ‘‘Na- nicipal court judge in New Jersey, and designating the postal facility in New than,’’ was born on July 30, 1983, in the first to be appointed to the Jersey Jersey to be named after Judge Akron, Ohio. His family moved to City Municipal Court. Tolentino, and I yield back the balance Tallmadge when he was just a year and In 1980, Judge Tolentino earned her of my time. a half old, and Nathan grew up there. master of laws degree in criminal jus- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The He was a 2002 graduate of Tallmadge tice from NYU Graduate School of question is on the motion offered by High School. Law, while continuing to serve in the the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Nathan joined the Marines in 2003, municipal court. In 1981, she continued FARENTHOLD) that the House suspend and served with Weapons Company, 3rd to blaze a trail for others, becoming the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 1376. Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th the first African American presiding The question was taken; and (two- Marine Division. In March of 2005, Na- judge of Jersey City Municipal Court. thirds being in the affirmative) the than was deployed to Iraq. Sadly, just Her successes didn’t stop there. In 1984, rules were suspended and the bill was 5 months later, he was killed on Au- when she was appointed by Governor passed. gust 1 by enemy small arms fire while Thomas Kean, Judge Tolentino became A motion to reconsider was laid on conducting dismounted operations out- the first African American woman to the table. side Haditha. Five other marines died ascend to the Superior Court of the f at his side. State of New Jersey. Madam Speaker, Representative Later, she was appointed to the origi- LANCE CORPORAL DANIEL NA- RYAN’s staff shared with me that when nal Coleman Commission, which would THAN DEYARMIN POST OFFICE Nathan was asked why he wanted to later be called the New Jersey Supreme BUILDING join the military, he said that he Court Task Force on Minorities. Dur- Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, ‘‘wanted a brother’’ and that he ‘‘want- ing her time on the Commission, she I move to suspend the rules and pass ed to become a respectable, respon- became the chair of the Subcommittee the bill (H.R. 1813) to redesignate the sible, productive American.’’ He cer- on Juvenile Justice, and also served as facility of the United States Postal tainly achieved all of those goals. a Supreme Court chair of the Com- Service located at 162 Northeast Ave- In the eyes of his family, friends, fel- mittee on Criminal Justice and Minor- nue in Tallmadge, Ohio, as the ‘‘Lance low marines, countrymen, and those of ity Defendants. With all her profes- Corporal Daniel Nathan Deyarmin Post us standing here today to honor his sional achievements, she viewed her Office Building’’, as amended. tremendous sacrifice, he is one of the appointment and time served on the The Clerk read the title of the bill. most respected Americans this body Commission as her greatest accom- The text of the bill is as follows: has had the great privilege of honoring. plishment. Over the years, Judge Tolentino’s ca- H.R. 1813 Those brave men and women who put reer was highlighted by many firsts, Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- themselves in harm’s way to defend our and she accomplished much during her resentatives of the United States of America in safety and freedom deserve our honor, years on and off the bench. As a mem- Congress assembled, respect, and heartfelt gratitude. ber of the Jersey City Hudson County SECTION 1. LANCE CORPORAL DANIEL NATHAN I ask my colleagues for their strong DEYARMIN, JR., POST OFFICE BUILD- support of H.R. 1813, and I reserve the Urban League, the Hudson County Girl ING. Scouts board, Delta Sigma Theta So- balance of my time. (a) REDESIGNATION.—The facility of the Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, I yield rority, Hudson County CYO, the Vis- United States Postal Service located at 162 iting Homemakers of Hudson County Northeast Avenue in Tallmadge, Ohio, shall such time as he may consume to the board, and a host of other local organi- be known and designated as the ‘‘Lance Cor- gentleman from Ohio (Mr. RYAN). zations, she was an integral part of her poral Daniel Nathan Deyarmin, Jr., Post Of- Mr. RYAN of Ohio. I thank the gen- community. fice Building’’. tleman for yielding, and I thank the Throughout her success, Judge (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, gentleman from Texas for his kind Tolentino always called Jersey City map, regulation, document, paper, or other words as well. record of the United States to the facility re- Madam Speaker, from the Book of home and actively participated in com- ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to munity service in the city that bore Isaiah, chapter 6, verse 8: be a reference to the ‘‘Lance Corporal Daniel Then I heard the voice of the Lord and raised her. Nathan Deyarmin, Jr., Post Office Building’’. Judge Shirley Tolentino passed away saying, Whom shall I send? And I said, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Here I am. Send me. on October 31, 2010, and is survived by ant to the rule, the gentleman from her husband, Dr. Ernesto Tolentino, Nate said, Send me, when his country Texas (Mr. FARENTHOLD) and the gen- children, and grandchildren. asked and he was looking for a way to tleman from Missouri (Mr. CLAY) each It is not a coincidence that the post serve. He joined the Marine Corps. office to bear her name would be lo- will control 20 minutes. Lance Corporal Deyarmin was born cated on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. The Chair recognizes the gentleman on July 30, 1983. He was named after his There is no better way to honor the from Texas. father, but they started calling him achievements of Judge Tolentino and GENERAL LEAVE ‘‘Nate.’’ They moved to Tallmadge, in at the same time provide a permanent Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, our congressional district, when he was monument of possibilities and hope for I ask unanimous consent that all Mem- 11⁄2 years old. He lived there his whole young women, African Americans, and bers may have 5 legislative days within life. His family said he was a homeboy the citizens of Jersey City. which to revise and extend their re- from Tallmadge. Nate went to school I urge my colleagues to join me in marks and include extraneous material there and played sports there. He lived supporting this bill in honor of her leg- on the bill under consideration. there and he made friends there. acy. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Nate joined the Marine Corps as his Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, objection to the request of the gen- way of serving, but when you read I have no further speakers, and I re- tleman from Texas? about his life, the interesting thing— serve the balance of my time. There was no objection. and what we are celebrating here—is

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They had this little game they f the suspect was wanted in connection would play where his grandfather with a shooting the previous day in NATIONAL PARK RANGER MAR- would move his false teeth in and out which four people were wounded. of his mouth and little Nate would try GARET ANDERSON POST OFFICE Ms. Anderson was an exceptional and grab the teeth. A few years later, Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, park ranger who served the National when the great grandfather died, Nate I move to suspend the rules and pass Park Service for 12 years and worked had an opportunity to pick whatever the bill (H.R. 1036) to designate the fa- at Mount Rainier for 3 years. She is he wanted of his great grandfather’s— cility of the United States Postal Serv- survived by her husband, Eric, who is and he picked the false teeth. ice located at 103 Center Street West in also a Mount Rainier park ranger, and I think that is the kind of spirit that Eatonville, Washington, as the ‘‘Na- two children, Annalise and Kathryn. Nate brought to his family, friends, the tional Park Ranger Margaret Anderson Margaret was only 34 years old at the Marine Corps, and to our country. Post Office’’. time of her death. Ranger Anderson While driving down the road on his The Clerk read the title of the bill. gave her life protecting park visitors way to school, if there happened to be The text of the bill is as follows: and staff from a dangerous criminal. someone walking to school who didn’t H.R. 1036 Paradise is a magnet for sledders, ski- have a driver’s license, Nate was the ers, and families with small children, kind of guy that stopped and picked Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- resentatives of the United States of America in and at least 100 people had already ar- that person up and took them to Congress assembled, rived at the park on this day when school. SECTION 1. NATIONAL PARK RANGER MARGARET Ranger Anderson was shot. b 1645 ANDERSON POST OFFICE. Margaret’s brave action very possibly (a) DESIGNATION.—The facility of the saved many lives that day, and she is Nate said: Send me. United States Postal Service located at 103 If someone was bullying someone at Center Street West in Eatonville, Wash- to be commended and remembered as a school and Nate was there, Nate was ington, shall be known and designated as the hero. the guy who got in the middle of it and ‘‘National Park Ranger Margaret Anderson I urge all Members to join me in made sure that no one was bullied. He Post Office’’. strong support of this bill, and I re- said: Send me. (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, serve the balance of my time. If a family was having trouble, Nate map, regulation, document, paper, or other Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, I yield would stop by the house, make sure ev- record of the United States to the facility re- myself such time as I may consume. erything was going okay. Nate said: ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to Madam Speaker, as a member of the Send me. be a reference to the ‘‘National Park Ranger Committee on Oversight and Govern- Margaret Anderson Post Office’’. So now, those of us who drive by this ment Reform, I am pleased to join my post office in Tallmadge, Ohio, we will The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- colleagues in the consideration of H.R. look up, we will see Nate’s name, and ant to the rule, the gentleman from 1036, a bill to designate the facility of we will not only remember his name or Texas (Mr. FARENTHOLD) and the gen- the U.S. Postal Service located at 103 his service, but how his life challenges tleman from Missouri (Mr. CLAY) each Center Street West in Eatonville, all of us in some way, shape, or form, will control 20 minutes. Washington, as the National Park in every little interaction, to say and The Chair recognizes the gentleman Ranger Margaret Anderson Post Office. answer the call when we are asked: from Texas. This measure before us was intro- Send me. GENERAL LEAVE duced on March 7, 2013, by my col- Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, league, Representative David Reichert. we are prepared to close, and I reserve I ask unanimous consent that all Mem- In accordance with committee require- the balance of my time. bers may have 5 legislative days within ments, the bill is cosponsored by all Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, I want which to revise and extend their re- members of the Washington delegation. to thank my friend from Ohio for marks and include extraneous material H.R. 1036 was reported out of com- bringing this bill forward. I ask that on the bill under consideration. mittee by unanimous consent on March we pass the underlying bill, without The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there 12, 2014. reservation, to honor Lance Corporal objection to the request of the gen- Madam Speaker, I reserve the bal- Deyarmin and his steadfast dedication tleman from Texas? ance of my time. to this country. There was no objection. Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, I urge the passage of H.R. 1813, and I Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, I yield such time as he may consume to yield back the balance of my time. I yield myself such time as I may con- my colleague from the State of Wash- Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, sume. ington (Mr. REICHERT I urge this body to join the gentleman ). Madam Speaker, once again, it is my Mr. REICHERT. Madam Speaker, I from Ohio (Mr. RYAN) and me in sup- honor to be up here speaking about a thank the gentleman for yielding. porting H.R. 1813, renaming the United bill, this one, H.R. 1036, introduced by I think most of the Members here States Postal Service facility at 162 the gentleman from Washington (Mr. know that I had a 33-year career in law Northeast Avenue in Tallmadge, Ohio, REICHERT) that would designate the fa- to honor Nate, naming it as the Lance enforcement prior to coming to the Corporal Daniel Nathan Deyarmin, Jr., cility of the United States Postal Serv- House of Representatives a little over 9 Post Office Building. ice located at 103 Center Street West in years ago. During that time, I lost Madam Speaker, I yield back the bal- Eatonville, Washington, as the Na- good friends and partners in the line of ance of my time. tional Park Ranger Margaret Anderson duty—shot, stabbed—and they left be- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Post Office. hind families, husbands and wives and question is on the motion offered by Mount Rainier National Park Ranger children. Those are memories that the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Margaret Anderson was fatally shot in stick with me—and I know the friends FARENTHOLD) that the House suspend the line of duty on January 1 of 2012. and partners I have in law enforce- the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 1813, as On the morning of January 1, at ap- ment—forever, and the families never amended. proximately 10:30 in the morning, forget and never recover. The question was taken. Ranger Anderson was at Paradise, the On this day that has been mentioned The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the park’s most popular winter destina- by my colleague—on New Year’s Day, opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being tion, when she responded to a radio call in the year 2012, Park Ranger Margaret in the affirmative, the ayes have it. while she was welcoming visitors. Anderson responded to a call. Her job

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:59 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.019 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2575 usually is to guide folks through the Please join me in voting ‘‘yea’’ on Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. Madam park and show them the scenery and this important legislation. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I talk about the trailways and the flow- Madam Speaker, I yield back the bal- may consume. ers and the trees that are growing on ance of my time. Madam Speaker, I applaud the efforts Mount Rainier, educate the young chil- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The of my colleagues. This is a common- dren. question is on the motion offered by sense way of doing things, and I don’t But all of a sudden, she is called to the gentleman from Texas (Mr. think that many Americans realize the duty, to switch gears, to put her life on FARENTHOLD) that the House suspend total devastation that Haiyan caused the line. She showed up that day to the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 1036. when it hit the Philippines, when you block the road from this dangerous The question was taken; and (two- look at the loss of life, when you look criminal who had already committed thirds being in the affirmative) the at the number of displaced people, crimes in Seattle and was on the loose. rules were suspended and the bill was when you look at how many people it There was a manhunt that was con- passed. totally affected. ducted trying to find this person before A motion to reconsider was laid on Now, when it comes to loss of life, we he hurt or injured or killed anyone the table. are talking about 6,200 people killed by else. f this storm, 4.1 million displaced; and it Margaret Anderson served Mount affected over 14.1 million people. PHILIPPINES CHARITABLE GIVING Rainier Park for about 4 years. She The purpose of this legislation is ASSISTANCE ACT was a National Park Ranger for 12 kind of common sense. It allows people years. Her husband was serving with Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. Madam up to April 15 to go ahead and make a her on that very same day. He heard Speaker, I move to suspend the rules contribution to try and stem the ef- the call go out—officer down—and then and pass the bill (H.R. 3771) to accel- fects of those losses. It just makes realized it was his wife. erate the income tax benefits for chari- sense. It is something we have always We go about our days here in Con- table cash contributions for the relief done as Americans. gress, and we sometimes forget the of victims of the Typhoon Haiyan in When we look at the special relation- men and women who guard this Cap- the Philippines, as amended. ship we have with the Philippines, I itol, who guard our lives each and The Clerk read the title of the bill. don’t think we can really look too far every day; and when we go home, those The text of the bill is as follows: beyond where our history has been to- men and women in uniform are there H.R. 3771 gether as a people to understand that, protecting our families and our com- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- when times get tough, when things munities. resentatives of the United States of America in happen to other folks, and when we can Sometimes, Madam Speaker, they Congress assembled, step in and help them, that we always lose their life. Sometimes, they put SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. do. It is just who we are. It is unique to their life on the line, and sometimes, This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Philippines America. they don’t come home. Charitable Giving Assistance Act’’. So I thank the gentleman for bring- In this case, Margaret Anderson did SEC. 2. ACCELERATION OF INCOME TAX BENE- ing it forward. I think it makes sense FITS FOR CHARITABLE CASH CON- not come home. She left her husband TRIBUTIONS FOR RELIEF OF VIC- to all of us. This is truly bipartisan. and her two children to grieve, but she TIMS OF TYPHOON HAIYAN IN THE At a time when most people think saved lives that day. That is what we PHILIPPINES. that this House of Representatives do. (a) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of section can’t do things that are bipartisan and It is an honor for me to be here today 170 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, a doesn’t act in the best for all people with this piece of legislation, H.R. 1036, taxpayer may treat any contribution de- scribed in subsection (b) made after the date concerned, I think this surely does that honors a brave resident of of the enactment of this Act, and before show that, by allowing Americans up Eatonville, Washington. It is a little April 15, 2014, as if such contribution was until April 15 of this year to be able to town nestled right at the foot of Mount made on December 31, 2013, and not in 2014. make a contribution to help ease the Rainier, with only 3,000 people, so to (b) CONTRIBUTION DESCRIBED.—A contribu- devastation in the Philippines and still name a post office after her, I think, tion is described in this subsection if such be able to use taxes from 2013. That is would be a great honor, a great memo- contribution is a cash contribution made for unique, and that is something I think rial. the relief of victims in areas affected by Ty- we should do. It is one of the things that we can do, phoon Haiyan, for which a charitable con- tribution deduction is allowable under sec- Madam Speaker, I reserve the bal- so that we can say we will never forget. tion 170 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ance of my time. Thank you, Margaret, for your serv- (c) RECORDKEEPING.—In the case of a con- Mr. THOMPSON of California. ice. tribution described in subsection (b), a tele- Madam Speaker, I yield myself such Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, in clos- phone bill showing the name of the donee or- time as I may consume. ing, I want to thank my colleague from ganization, the date of the contribution, and I rise in support of H.R. 3771. This bill Washington State for bringing this bill. the amount of the contribution shall be allows taxpayers to treat charitable I ask that we pass this bill, without treated as meeting the recordkeeping re- contributions in support of Typhoon reservation, to recognize Margaret An- quirements of section 170(f)(17) of the Inter- nal Revenue Code of 1986. Haiyan recovery efforts in the Phil- derson and her dedication to her fam- ippines made between the date of en- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- ily, the United States Park Service, actment of this bill and April 15, 2014, ant to the rule, the gentleman from and for paying the ultimate sacrifice in as if they were made in the 2013 tax Pennsylvania (Mr. KELLY) and the gen- the line of duty, to ensure the safety year. and security of her fellow citizens. tleman from California (Mr. THOMPSON) Madam Speaker, I yield back the bal- each will control 20 minutes. b 1700 ance of my time. The Chair recognizes the gentleman More than 4 months ago, on Novem- Mr. FARENTHOLD. Madam Speaker, from Pennsylvania. ber 8, Typhoon Haiyan struck the Phil- I look to my colleagues here in the GENERAL LEAVE ippines, killing 6,000 people, destroying House of Representatives and say Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. Madam more than 1 million homes, displacing please join Mr. REICHERT, Mr. CLAY, Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that 4 million people, and affecting 16 mil- the entire Washington delegation, and all Members may have 5 legislative lion people. me in voting to designate the facility days in which to revise and extend Following this disaster, there was an of the United States Postal Service at their remarks and to include extra- outpouring of support for the people of 103 Center Street West in Eatonville, neous material on the subject of the the Philippines and from people around Washington, to honor a hero who gave bill under consideration. our country, including a number of her life protecting park patrons, to The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there folks in my district, particularly mem- name that post office the National objection to the request of the gen- bers of the Filipino American commu- Park Ranger Margaret Anderson Post tleman from Pennsylvania? nity, like Norma Placido, president of Office. There was no objection. the Filipino Community of Solano

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Chairman CAMP, Ranking Member would allow certain monetary chari- Many of my constituents have family LEVIN, Majority Leader CANTOR, and table contributions made after the date members in the Philippines that were Democratic Leader PELOSI for helping the bill is signed and before April 15, affected by this typhoon, and they are me get this important bill to the floor. which is in just a few weeks, to be trying to do everything possible to help Also, I thank the lead cosponsors, Con- treated as if they were made in 2013. them rebuild. gressman HECK, as well as Congress- Charitable contributions which qual- The United Nations-developed Stra- man ISSA, who joined Congressman ify are monetary ones which are made tegic Response Plan, to coordinate and THOMPSON and me in this effort, as well to help persons in areas affected by Ty- prioritize assistance, estimates that as Senator HIRONO in the Senate for phoon Haiyan and otherwise qualify as $788 million will be needed for humani- doing the important work over there. tax deductible donations. Qualifying tarian aid through November 2014. I rise today in support of H.R. 3771, contributions can thus be deducted on Sadly, only $369 million has been con- the Philippines Charitable Giving As- a person’s 2013 taxes, which are covered tributed to date. This bipartisan legis- sistance Act, which would incentivize by returns filed this year, as opposed to lation, which I am proud to be part of Americans to make charitable con- ones which are filed for the 2014 tax with my colleague, Mr. SWALWELL, tributions to Typhoon Haiyan relief year. from California, Representative HECK now. By lowering a person’s 2013 tax bill, from Nevada, and Representative ISSA Last November, Typhoon Haiyan was which is due this year, the bill provides from California will allow people to de- a storm of truly destructive power. an incentive to act now for typhoon re- duct qualifying charitable contribu- With sustained winds of almost 200 lief. This is important because the tions made after the date of enactment miles per hour, it was the strongest sooner that the aid comes and is pro- of this bill and before the 15th of April storm ever to make landfall, resulting vided, the sooner our friends in the on their 2013 tax returns. This will help in the devastating effects that neces- Philippines can recover. incentivize charitable giving to the sitate our action today. I should note that this is important Philippine rebuilding efforts while the Sadly, the results were catastrophic in making a qualifying contribution. It need is so great. Identical legislation to the Philippines. According to that doesn’t matter if you have already filed has already been introduced and was nation, 16 million people were affected, your return this year. passed unanimously by the Senate ear- 4.1 million were displaced, and over I encourage all Members to support lier this year. 6,200 perished. Months after the dis- this bill. The Senate already cleared Our country’s relationship with the aster, help is still desperately needed. legislation with identical text in S. Philippines runs very deep. In World This includes a need for health care, 1821. It also agreed that, if H.R. 3771 War II, 57,000 military Philippine serv- food, clean water, and shelter. passed in the same form, the bill before icemembers and 900,000 Philippine ci- The United Nations developed a Stra- us automatically would pass the Sen- vilians gave their lives in support of tegic Response Plan to coordinate and ate and go right to the President’s our Allied Forces. And the Manila prioritize assistance from U.N. agen- desk. American Cemetery holds 17,202 brave cies, nongovernmental organizations, When the bill is passed and signed American and Filipino troops killed other international entities, and the into law, as I hope it will be, I further during World War II. Philippine Government. The U.N. has want to ask all Members and inter- The Philippines sent 7,500 combat said $788 million will be needed to ac- national aid organizations interested troops to the Korean war and 2,000 complish the goals of the SRP through in Philippines relief to let people know troops to the Vietnam war. They sent October 2014. Of that amount, only $369 about it as soon as possible. Time is of 200 medical personnel to assist in the million has been provided so far. the essence. We will only have a few gulf war, and 60 medics, engineers, and Now, while I know Americans can weeks for people to take advantage of other troops to assist in the Iraq war. and do help anyone in need, we have a this tax incentive, and we must do so In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, they special relationship, as my colleague so that we can continue to spread the offered to send our country a 25-team from California pointed out, with the word. member of aid workers, and the Phil- Philippines. Between 1898 and 1946, the The people of the Philippines are not ippines Red Cross donated money. And Philippines was a part of the United alone as they rebuild their lives and they are one of our closest allies in the States before becoming independent. their beautiful country. H.R. 3771 al- war on terror. There are today about 3.4 million Fili- lows Americans to play an important When tragedy strikes around the pino Americans, including over 450,000 role in this effort, an effort that we world, Americans don’t sit on the side- living in the San Francisco Bay area should all care about. lines; we help. Our allies in the Phil- alone. Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. Madam ippines are still working on their long- My San Francisco Bay area congres- Speaker, I will continue to reserve the term rebuilding effort, and this bipar- sional district has a rich and vibrant balance of my time. tisan legislation will make sure that Filipino community, from groups like Mr. THOMPSON of California. our committees are able to provide the Filipino Advocates for Justice to lead- Madam Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to help our friends need for this impor- ers like Father Geoffrey Baraan, my the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. tant phase of rebuilding. friend and the pastor at St. Anne SCOTT). Madam Speaker, I urge my col- Catholic Church in Union City, as well Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Madam leagues on both sides of the aisle to as Linda Canlas of the New Haven Uni- Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 3771, support this important piece of legisla- fied School District in the East Bay. the Philippines Charitable Giving As- tion, and I reserve the balance of my Many of the Filipinos in my district, sistance Act. As the Democratic co- time. like many across the country, have chair of the U.S.-Philippines Friend- Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. I re- friends or family still in the Phil- ship Caucus, I commend all of the spon- serve the balance of my time. ippines. That is why it is so important sors of the bill who came together to Mr. THOMPSON of California. we do all we can to help. support this legislation. Madam Speaker, I yield 6 minutes to The values of our country call for us The United States and the Phil- the gentleman from California (Mr. to care for people across the world. ippines have had a very close relation- SWALWELL), my friend and a great lead- More often than not, that includes peo- ship for more than 100 years. The gen- er on this effort. ple we will never see or ever meet, but tleman from California has outlined Mr. SWALWELL of California. no one is invisible. And after Typhoon the support of the military, and the Madam Speaker, I thank the gen- Haiyan, people in my district are ask- United States has been one of the Phil- tleman from Pennsylvania for leading ing what they can do to help. H.R. 3771 ippines’ top trading partners and one of the effort on your side of the aisle. empowers them to help. the largest foreign investors. Further- Also, I would like to thank Congress- As amended, it is a bipartisan bill more, there are over 3 million Ameri- man THOMPSON, my colleague from that would provide a temporary incen- cans of Filipino ancestry in the United California, for helping move this tive for Americans to contribute imme- States today.

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Funding rules applicable to cooper- today with you to take a look at our ative and small employer char- the Philippines’ coast and was the friends in the Philippines and under- ity pension plans. strongest recorded storm ever to make stand the devastation that they have Sec. 203. Election not to be treated as a landfall. Sixteen million people were gone through and say we are just doing CSEC plan. affected, 4 million were displaced, and something, that makes sense. This is SEC. 2. CONGRESSIONAL FINDINGS AND DEC- tens of thousands of lives were lost not a Republican issue or a Democrat LARATIONS OF POLICY. during the devastating storm. issue; it is simply an American issue. Congress finds as follows: While the response of both the United Once again, American hearts have al- (1) Defined benefit pension plans are a cost- States and the international commu- ways pulled together anytime people effective way for cooperative associations nity has been strong and unified, more and charities to provide their employees really needed us. with economic security in retirement. can obviously be done. The bill before I don’t know if people realize that (2) Many cooperative associations and us allows donations made to relief and the gentleman from California (Mr. charitable organizations are only able to recovery efforts directed at the Phil- SWALWELL) just arrived here, and it is provide their employees with defined benefit ippines to be deducted from one’s in- a fete for him to be able to do this, to pension plans because those organizations come taxes when filing a 2013 return, get this piece of legislation through. are able to pool their resources using the rather than having to wait until 2014 to So I strongly urge all of our col- multiple employer plan structure. have the tax benefit from the donation. leagues to push forward on H.R. 3771. I (3) The pension funding rules should en- It is a simple measure that provides a courage cooperative associations and char- just think it is unique for us at this ities to continue to provide their employees small incentive to encourage Ameri- time, especially, to get this done. with pension benefits. cans to continue to show their soli- I yield back the balance of my time, SEC. 3. EFFECTIVE DATE. darity with those affected in the Phil- Madam Speaker. Unless otherwise specified in this Act, the ippines. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The provisions of this Act shall apply to years This bill is not unprecedented. Con- question is on the motion offered by beginning after December 31, 2013. gress recently acted to provide a simi- the gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. TITLE I—AMENDMENTS TO EMPLOYEE lar incentive after the earthquake in KELLY) that the House suspend the RETIREMENT INCOME SECURITY ACT Haiti, which occurred in January 2010. rules and pass the bill, H.R. 3771, as OF 1974 AND OTHER PROVISIONS The bill we are considering today, like amended. SEC. 101. DEFINITION OF COOPERATIVE AND the one passed after that earthquake, The question was taken; and (two- SMALL EMPLOYER CHARITY PEN- simply speeds up the process and en- thirds being in the affirmative) the SION PLANS. Section 210 of the Employee Retirement courages folks to donate now when the rules were suspended and the bill, as relief is most needed. Income Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1060) is amended, was passed. amended by adding at the end the following I urge my colleagues to support this A motion to reconsider was laid on new subsection: important bill so our friends in the the table. ‘‘(f) COOPERATIVE AND SMALL EMPLOYER Philippines will have all of the re- f CHARITY PENSION PLANS.— sources they need to continue during ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of this the path of recovery. b 1715 title, except as provided in this subsection, a Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. Madam CSEC plan is an employee pension benefit COOPERATIVE AND SMALL EM- Speaker, I have no further requests for plan (other than a multiemployer plan) that PLOYER CHARITY PENSION time. So at this time, I will reserve the is a defined benefit plan— FLEXIBILITY ACT ‘‘(A) to which section 104 of the Pension balance of my time. Protection Act of 2006 applies, without re- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Madam gard to— Madam Speaker, I thank the gen- Speaker, I move to suspend the rules ‘‘(i) section 104(a)(2) of such Act; tleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. KELLY) and pass the bill (H.R. 4275) to amend ‘‘(ii) the amendments to such section 104 for his help and persistence on this. the Employee Retirement Income Se- by section 202(b) of the Preservation of Ac- As we have already discussed, Ty- curity Act of 1974 and the Internal Rev- cess to Care for Medicare Beneficiaries and phoon Haiyan has been absolutely dev- enue Code of 1986 to provide for cooper- Pension Relief Act of 2010; and astating. It hurt a tremendous number ative and small employer charity pen- ‘‘(iii) paragraph (3)(B); or of people and has hurt communities. sion plans. ‘‘(B) that, as of June 25, 2010, was main- tained by more than one employer and all of We really need to do everything we can The Clerk read the title of the bill. the employers were organizations described to make sure that Americans can do The text of the bill is as follows: in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue what we do so well, and that is help our H.R. 4275 Code of 1986. allies and our friends. This bill does Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- ‘‘(2) AGGREGATION.—All employers that are that. resentatives of the United States of America in treated as a single employer under sub- This bill, as the gentleman from Congress assembled, section (b) or (c) of section 414 of the Inter- Pennsylvania pointed out, is common SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. nal Revenue Code of 1986 shall be treated as a single employer for purposes of deter- sense. It has been done before. There is (a) SHORT TITLE.—This Act may be cited as mining if a plan was maintained by more the ‘‘Cooperative and Small Employer Char- precedent. And this is a nation of our than one employer under paragraph (1)(B).’’. allies and our friends who are waiting ity Pension Flexibility Act’’. SEC. 102. FUNDING RULES APPLICABLE TO COOP- for our help. I urge my colleagues on (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS.—The table of con- tents of this Act is as follows: ERATIVE AND SMALL EMPLOYER both sides of the aisle to vote in favor CHARITY PENSION PLANS. of this bill. Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents. (a) IN GENERAL.—Part 3 of title I of the I yield back the balance of my time. Sec. 2. Congressional findings and declara- Employee Retirement Income Security Act Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. Madam tions of policy. of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1081 et seq.) is amended by Sec. 3. Effective date. Speaker, I thank both Mr. THOMPSON adding at the end the following new section: TITLE I—AMENDMENTS TO EMPLOYEE and Mr. SWALWELL so much for bring- ‘‘SEC. 306. MINIMUM FUNDING STANDARDS. RETIREMENT INCOME SECURITY ACT ‘‘(a) GENERAL RULE.—For purposes of sec- ing this bill forward. OF 1974 AND OTHER PROVISIONS Again, I would just like to point out tion 302, the term ‘accumulated funding defi- Sec. 101. Definition of cooperative and small ciency’ for a CSEC plan means the excess of the uniqueness of the exceptional coun- employer charity pension plans. the total charges to the funding standard ac- try that we live in. There is never a Sec. 102. Funding rules applicable to cooper- count for all plan years (beginning with the time that Americans don’t always ative and small employer char- first plan year to which section 302 applies) stand up. We are the first responders ity pension plans. over the total credits to such account for

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Such standard account. section, if— account shall be credited and charged solely ‘‘(4) COMBINING AND OFFSETTING AMOUNTS ‘‘(A) a change in benefits under the Social as provided in this section. TO BE AMORTIZED.—Under regulations pre- Security Act or in other retirement benefits ‘‘(2) CHARGES TO ACCOUNT.—For a plan year, scribed by the Secretary of the Treasury, created under Federal or State law, or the funding standard account shall be amounts required to be amortized under ‘‘(B) a change in the definition of the term charged with the sum of— paragraph (2) or paragraph (3), as the case ‘wages’ under section 3121 of the Internal ‘‘(A) the normal cost of the plan for the may be— Revenue Code of 1986 or a change in the plan year, ‘‘(A) may be combined into one amount amount of such wages taken into account ‘‘(B) the amounts necessary to amortize in under such paragraph to be amortized over a under regulations prescribed for purposes of equal annual installments (until fully amor- period determined on the basis of the re- section 401(a)(5) of such Code, tized)— maining amortization period for all items ‘‘(i) in the case of a plan in existence on results in an increase or decrease in accrued entering into such combined amount, and liability under a plan, such increase or de- January 1, 1974, the unfunded past service li- ‘‘(B) may be offset against amounts re- ability under the plan on the first day of the crease shall be treated as an experience loss quired to be amortized under the other such or gain. first plan year to which section 302 applies, paragraph, with the resulting amount to be over a period of 40 plan years, ‘‘(5) FUNDING METHOD AND PLAN YEAR.— amortized over a period determined on the ‘‘(A) FUNDING METHODS AVAILABLE.—All ‘‘(ii) in the case of a plan which comes into basis of the remaining amortization periods existence after January 1, 1974, but before funding methods available to CSEC plans for all items entering into whichever of the the first day of the first plan year beginning under section 302 (as in effect on the day be- two amounts being offset is the greater. after December 31, 2013, the unfunded past fore the enactment of the Pension Protec- ‘‘(5) INTEREST.— service liability under the plan on the first tion Act of 2006) shall continue to be avail- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in day of the first plan year to which section able under this section. subparagraph (B), the funding standard ac- 302 applies, over a period of 30 plan years, ‘‘(B) CHANGES.—If the funding method for a count (and items therein) shall be charged or ‘‘(iii) separately, with respect to each plan plan is changed, the new funding method credited (as determined under regulations year, the net increase (if any) in unfunded shall become the funding method used to de- prescribed by the Secretary of the Treasury) past service liability under the plan arising termine costs and liabilities under the plan with interest at the appropriate rate con- from plan amendments adopted in such year, only if the change is approved by the Sec- over a period of 15 plan years, sistent with the rate or rates of interest used retary of the Treasury. If the plan year for a ‘‘(iv) separately, with respect to each plan under the plan to determine costs. plan is changed, the new plan year shall be- year, the net experience loss (if any) under ‘‘(B) EXCEPTION.—The interest rate used for come the plan year for the plan only if the the plan, over a period of 5 plan years, and purposes of computing the amortization change is approved by the Secretary of the ‘‘(v) separately, with respect to each plan charge described in subsection (b)(2)(C) or for Treasury. year, the net loss (if any) resulting from purposes of any arrangement under sub- ‘‘(C) APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR CERTAIN changes in actuarial assumptions used under section (d) for any plan year shall be the CHANGES IN ASSUMPTIONS BY CERTAIN SINGLE- the plan, over a period of 10 plan years, greater of— EMPLOYER PLANS SUBJECT TO ADDITIONAL ‘‘(C) the amount necessary to amortize ‘‘(i) 150 percent of the Federal mid-term FUNDING REQUIREMENT.— each waived funding deficiency (within the rate (as in effect under section 1274 of the In- ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—No actuarial assumption meaning of section 302(c)(3)) for each prior ternal Revenue Code of 1986 for the 1st (other than the assumptions described in plan year in equal annual installments (until month of such plan year), or subsection (h)(3)) used to determine the cur- fully amortized) over a period of 5 plan ‘‘(ii) the rate of interest determined under rent liability for a plan to which this sub- years, subparagraph (A). paragraph applies may be changed without ‘‘(D) the amount necessary to amortize in ‘‘(6) AMORTIZATION SCHEDULES IN EFFECT.— the approval of the Secretary of the Treas- equal annual installments (until fully amor- Amortization schedules for amounts de- ury. tized) over a period of 5 plan years any scribed in paragraphs (2) and (3) that are in ‘‘(ii) PLANS TO WHICH SUBPARAGRAPH AP- amount credited to the funding standard ac- effect as of the last day of the last plan year PLIES.—This subparagraph shall apply to a count under paragraph (3)(D), and beginning before January 1, 2014, by reason plan only if— ‘‘(E) the amount necessary to amortize in of section 104 of the Pension Protection Act ‘‘(I) the plan is a CSEC plan, equal annual installments (until fully amor- of 2006 shall remain in effect pursuant to ‘‘(II) the aggregate unfunded vested bene- tized) over a period of 20 years the contribu- their terms and this section, except that fits as of the close of the preceding plan year tions which would be required to be made such amounts shall not be amortized again (as determined under section under the plan but for the provisions of sec- under this section. 4006(a)(3)(E)(iii)) of such plan and all other tion 302(c)(7)(A)(i)(I) (as in effect on the day ‘‘(c) SPECIAL RULES.— plans maintained by the contributing spon- before the enactment of the Pension Protec- ‘‘(1) DETERMINATIONS TO BE MADE UNDER sors (as defined in section 4001(a)(13)) and tion Act of 2006). FUNDING METHOD.—For purposes of this sec- members of such sponsors’ controlled groups ‘‘(3) CREDITS TO ACCOUNT.—For a plan year, tion, normal costs, accrued liability, past (as defined in section 4001(a)(14)) which are the funding standard account shall be cred- service liabilities, and experience gains and covered by title IV (disregarding plans with ited with the sum of— losses shall be determined under the funding no unfunded vested benefits) exceed ‘‘(A) the amount considered contributed by method used to determine costs under the $50,000,000, and the employer to or under the plan for the plan. ‘‘(III) the change in assumptions (deter- plan year, ‘‘(2) VALUATION OF ASSETS.— mined after taking into account any changes ‘‘(B) the amount necessary to amortize in ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of this sec- in interest rate and mortality table) results equal annual installments (until fully amor- tion, the value of the plan’s assets shall be in a decrease in the funding shortfall of the tized)— determined on the basis of any reasonable plan for the current plan year that exceeds ‘‘(i) separately, with respect to each plan actuarial method of valuation which takes $50,000,000, or that exceeds $5,000,000 and that year, the net decrease (if any) in unfunded into account fair market value and which is is 5 percent or more of the current liability past service liability under the plan arising permitted under regulations prescribed by of the plan before such change. from plan amendments adopted in such year, the Secretary of the Treasury. ‘‘(6) FULL FUNDING.—If, as of the close of a over a period of 15 plan years, ‘‘(B) DEDICATED BOND PORTFOLIO.—The Sec- plan year, a plan would (without regard to ‘‘(ii) separately, with respect to each plan retary of the Treasury may by regulations this paragraph) have an accumulated funding year, the net experience gain (if any) under provide that the value of any dedicated bond deficiency (determined without regard to the the plan, over a period of 5 plan years, and portfolio of a plan shall be determined by alternative minimum funding standard ac- ‘‘(iii) separately, with respect to each plan using the interest rate under section 302(b)(5) count permitted under subsection (e)) in ex- year, the net gain (if any) resulting from (as in effect on the day before the enactment cess of the full funding limitation— changes in actuarial assumptions used under of the Pension Protection Act of 2006). ‘‘(A) the funding standard account shall be the plan, over a period of 10 plan years, ‘‘(3) ACTUARIAL ASSUMPTIONS MUST BE REA- credited with the amount of such excess, and ‘‘(C) the amount of the waived funding de- SONABLE.—For purposes of this section, all ‘‘(B) all amounts described in paragraphs ficiency (within the meaning of section costs, liabilities, rates of interest, and other (2)(B), (C), and (D) and (3)(B) of subsection (b) 302(c)(3)) for the plan year, and factors under the plan shall be determined which are required to be amortized shall be ‘‘(D) in the case of a plan year for which on the basis of actuarial assumptions and considered fully amortized for purposes of the accumulated funding deficiency is deter- methods— such paragraphs.

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‘‘(7) FULL-FUNDING LIMITATION.—For pur- in section 413(a) of the Internal Revenue ‘‘(A) AMOUNT.—The amount of the under- poses of paragraph (6), the term ‘full-funding Code of 1986 shall anticipate benefit in- payment shall be the excess of— limitation’ means the excess (if any) of— creases scheduled to take effect during the ‘‘(i) the required installment, over ‘‘(A) the accrued liability (including nor- term of the collective bargaining agreement ‘‘(ii) the amount (if any) of the installment mal cost) under the plan (determined under applicable to the plan. contributed to or under the plan on or before the entry age normal funding method if such ‘‘(d) EXTENSION OF AMORTIZATION PERI- the due date for the installment. accrued liability cannot be directly cal- ODS.—The period of years required to amor- ‘‘(B) PERIOD OF UNDERPAYMENT.—The pe- culated under the funding method used for tize any unfunded liability (described in any riod for which interest is charged under this the plan), over clause of subsection (b)(2)(B)) of any plan subsection with regard to any portion of the ‘‘(B) the lesser of— may be extended by the Secretary of the underpayment shall run from the due date ‘‘(i) the fair market value of the plan’s as- Treasury for a period of time (not in excess for the installment to the date on which sets, or of 10 years) if such Secretary determines such portion is contributed to or under the ‘‘(ii) the value of such assets determined that such extension would carry out the pur- under paragraph (2). plan (determined without regard to sub- poses of this Act and provide adequate pro- section (c)(9)). ‘‘(C) MINIMUM AMOUNT.— tection for participants under the plan and ‘‘(C) ORDER OF CREDITING CONTRIBUTIONS.— ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—In no event shall the full- their beneficiaries, and if such Secretary de- For purposes of subparagraph (A)(ii), con- funding limitation determined under sub- termines that the failure to permit such ex- tributions shall be credited against unpaid paragraph (A) be less than the excess (if any) tension would result in— required installments in the order in which of— ‘‘(1) a substantial risk to the voluntary such installments are required to be paid. ‘‘(I) 90 percent of the current liability (de- continuation of the plan, or termined without regard to paragraph (4) of ‘‘(2) a substantial curtailment of pension ‘‘(3) NUMBER OF REQUIRED INSTALLMENTS; subsection (h)) of the plan (including the ex- benefit levels or employee compensation. DUE DATES.—For purposes of this sub- pected increase in such current liability due ‘‘(e) ALTERNATIVE MINIMUM FUNDING section— to benefits accruing during the plan year), STANDARD.— ‘‘(A) PAYABLE IN 4 INSTALLMENTS.—There over ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—A CSEC plan which uses shall be 4 required installments for each plan ‘‘(II) the value of the plan’s assets deter- a funding method that requires contribu- year. mined under paragraph (2). tions in all years not less than those re- ‘‘(B) TIME FOR PAYMENT OF INSTALL- ‘‘(ii) ASSETS.—For purposes of clause (i), quired under the entry age normal funding MENTS.— assets shall not be reduced by any credit bal- method may maintain an alternative min- ance in the funding standard account. imum funding standard account for any plan ‘‘In the case of the following re- ‘‘(8) ANNUAL VALUATION.— The due date is: year. Such account shall be credited and quired installments: ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of this sec- charged solely as provided in this subsection. tion, a determination of experience gains and 1st ...... April 15 ‘‘(2) CHARGES AND CREDITS TO ACCOUNT.— losses and a valuation of the plan’s liability 2nd ...... July 15 For a plan year the alternative minimum shall be made not less frequently than once 3rd ...... October 15 funding standard account shall be— every year, except that such determination 4th ...... January 15 of the ‘‘(A) charged with the sum of— shall be made more frequently to the extent following year. required in particular cases under regula- ‘‘(i) the lesser of normal cost under the funding method used under the plan or nor- ‘‘(4) AMOUNT OF REQUIRED INSTALLMENT.— tions prescribed by the Secretary of the For purposes of this subsection— Treasury. mal cost determined under the unit credit method, ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The amount of any re- ‘‘(B) VALUATION DATE.— ‘‘(ii) the excess, if any, of the present value quired installment shall be 25 percent of the ‘‘(i) CURRENT YEAR.—Except as provided in required annual payment. clause (ii), the valuation referred to in sub- of accrued benefits under the plan over the paragraph (A) shall be made as of a date fair market value of the assets, and ‘‘(B) REQUIRED ANNUAL PAYMENT.—For pur- within the plan year to which the valuation ‘‘(iii) an amount equal to the excess (if poses of subparagraph (A), the term ‘required refers or within one month prior to the be- any) of credits to the alternative minimum annual payment’ means the lesser of— ginning of such year. standard account for all prior plan years ‘‘(i) 90 percent of the amount required to be ‘‘(ii) USE OF PRIOR YEAR VALUATION.—The over charges to such account for all such contributed to or under the plan by the em- valuation referred to in subparagraph (A) years, and ployer for the plan year under section 302 may be made as of a date within the plan ‘‘(B) credited with the amount considered (without regard to any waiver under sub- year prior to the year to which the valuation contributed by the employer to or under the section (c) thereof), or refers if, as of such date, the value of the as- plan for the plan year. ‘‘(ii) 100 percent of the amount so required sets of the plan are not less than 100 percent ‘‘(3) INTEREST.—The alternative minimum for the preceding plan year. of the plan’s current liability. funding standard account (and items therein) Clause (ii) shall not apply if the preceding ‘‘(iii) ADJUSTMENTS.—Information under shall be charged or credited with interest in plan year was not a year of 12 months. the manner provided under subsection (b)(5) clause (ii) shall, in accordance with regula- ‘‘(5) LIQUIDITY REQUIREMENT.— with respect to the funding standard ac- tions, be actuarially adjusted to reflect sig- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—A plan to which this count. nificant differences in participants. paragraph applies shall be treated as failing ‘‘(f) QUARTERLY CONTRIBUTIONS RE- ‘‘(iv) LIMITATION.—A change in funding to pay the full amount of any required in- QUIRED.— method to use a prior year valuation, as pro- stallment to the extent that the value of the ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—If a CSEC plan which has vided in clause (ii), may not be made unless liquid assets paid in such installment is less as of the valuation date within the prior plan a funded current liability percentage for the than the liquidity shortfall (whether or not year, the value of the assets of the plan are preceding plan year of less than 100 percent such liquidity shortfall exceeds the amount not less than 125 percent of the plan’s cur- fails to pay the full amount of a required in- of such installment required to be paid but rent liability. stallment for the plan year, then the rate of for this paragraph). ‘‘(9) TIME WHEN CERTAIN CONTRIBUTIONS interest charged to the funding standard ac- ‘‘(B) PLANS TO WHICH PARAGRAPH APPLIES.— DEEMED MADE.—For purposes of this section, count under subsection (b)(5) with respect to any contributions for a plan year made by an the amount of the underpayment for the pe- This paragraph shall apply to a CSEC plan employer during the period— riod of the underpayment shall be equal to other than a plan described in section ‘‘(A) beginning on the day after the last the greater of— 302(d)(6)(A) (as in effect on the day before the day of such plan year, and ‘‘(A) 175 percent of the Federal mid-term enactment of the Pension Protection Act of ‘‘(B) ending on the day which is 81⁄2 months rate (as in effect under section 1274 of the In- 2006) which— after the close of the plan year, ternal Revenue Code of 1986 for the 1st ‘‘(i) is required to pay installments under shall be deemed to have been made on such month of such plan year), or this subsection for a plan year, and last day. ‘‘(B) the rate of interest used under the ‘‘(ii) has a liquidity shortfall for any quar- ‘‘(10) ANTICIPATION OF BENEFIT INCREASES plan in determining costs. ter during such plan year. EFFECTIVE IN THE FUTURE.—In determining ‘‘(2) AMOUNT OF UNDERPAYMENT, PERIOD OF ‘‘(C) PERIOD OF UNDERPAYMENT.—For pur- projected benefits, the funding method of a UNDERPAYMENT.—For purposes of paragraph poses of paragraph (1), any portion of an in- collectively bargained CSEC plan described (1)— stallment that is treated as not paid under

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subparagraph (A) shall continue to be treat- ‘‘(A) any person fails to make a required ‘‘(h) CURRENT LIABILITY.—For purposes of ed as unpaid until the close of the quarter in installment under subsection (f) or any other this section— which the due date for such installment oc- payment required under this section before ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘current liabil- curs. the due date for such installment or other ity’ means all liabilities to employees and ‘‘(D) LIMITATION ON INCREASE.—If the payment, and their beneficiaries under the plan. amount of any required installment is in- ‘‘(B) the unpaid balance of such install- ‘‘(2) TREATMENT OF UNPREDICTABLE CONTIN- creased by reason of subparagraph (A), in no ment or other payment (including interest), GENT EVENT BENEFITS.— event shall such increase exceed the amount when added to the aggregate unpaid balance ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of para- which, when added to prior installments for of all preceding such installments or other graph (1), any unpredictable contingent the plan year, is necessary to increase the payments for which payment was not made event benefit shall not be taken into account funded current liability percentage (taking before the due date (including interest), ex- until the event on which the benefit is con- into account the expected increase in cur- ceeds $1,000,000, tingent occurs. rent liability due to benefits accruing during then there shall be a lien in favor of the plan ‘‘(B) UNPREDICTABLE CONTINGENT EVENT the plan year) to 100 percent. in the amount determined under paragraph BENEFIT.—The term ‘unpredictable contin- ‘‘(E) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this (3) upon all property and rights to property, gent event benefit’ means any benefit con- paragraph— whether real or personal, belonging to such tingent on an event other than— ‘‘(i) LIQUIDITY SHORTFALL.—The term ‘li- person and any other person who is a mem- ‘‘(i) age, service, compensation, death, or quidity shortfall’ means, with respect to any ber of the same controlled group of which required installment, an amount equal to the such person is a member. disability, or ‘‘(ii) an event which is reasonably and reli- excess (as of the last day of the quarter for ‘‘(2) PLANS TO WHICH SUBSECTION APPLIES.— which such installment is made) of the base This subsection shall apply to a CSEC plan ably predictable (as determined by the Sec- amount with respect to such quarter over for any plan year for which the funded cur- retary of the Treasury). the value (as of such last day) of the plan’s rent liability percentage of such plan is less ‘‘(3) INTEREST RATE AND MORTALITY AS- liquid assets. than 100 percent. This subsection shall not SUMPTIONS USED.— ‘‘(ii) BASE AMOUNT.— apply to any plan to which section 4021 does ‘‘(A) INTEREST RATE.—The rate of interest ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘base amount’ not apply (as such section is in effect on the used to determine current liability under means, with respect to any quarter, an date of the enactment of the Retirement this section shall be the third segment rate amount equal to 3 times the sum of the ad- Protection Act of 1994). determined under section 303(h)(2)(C). justed disbursements from the plan for the 12 ‘‘(3) AMOUNT OF LIEN.—For purposes of ‘‘(B) MORTALITY TABLES.— months ending on the last day of such quar- paragraph (1), the amount of the lien shall be ‘‘(i) SECRETARIAL AUTHORITY.—The Sec- ter. equal to the aggregate unpaid balance of re- retary of the Treasury may by regulation ‘‘(II) SPECIAL RULE.—If the amount deter- quired installments and other payments re- prescribe mortality tables to be used in de- mined under subclause (I) exceeds an amount quired under this section (including inter- termining current liability under this sub- equal to 2 times the sum of the adjusted dis- est)— section. Such tables shall be based upon the bursements from the plan for the 36 months ‘‘(A) for plan years beginning after 1987, actual experience of pension plans and pro- ending on the last day of the quarter and an and jected trends in such experience. In pre- enrolled actuary certifies to the satisfaction ‘‘(B) for which payment has not been made scribing such tables, the Secretary of the of the Secretary of the Treasury that such before the due date. Treasury shall take into account results of excess is the result of nonrecurring cir- ‘‘(4) NOTICE OF FAILURE; LIEN.— available independent studies of mortality of cumstances, the base amount with respect to ‘‘(A) NOTICE OF FAILURE.—A person com- individuals covered by pension plans. such quarter shall be determined without re- mitting a failure described in paragraph (1) ‘‘(ii) PERIODIC REVIEW.—The Secretary of gard to amounts related to those non- shall notify the Pension Benefit Guaranty the Treasury shall periodically (at least recurring circumstances. Corporation of such failure within 10 days of every 5 years) review any tables in effect ‘‘(iii) DISBURSEMENTS FROM THE PLAN.—The the due date for the required installment or under this subsection and shall, to the ex- term ‘disbursements from the plan’ means other payment. tent the Secretary of the Treasury deter- all disbursements from the trust, including ‘‘(B) PERIOD OF LIEN.—The lien imposed by purchases of annuities, payments of single paragraph (1) shall arise on the due date for mines necessary, by regulation update the sums and other benefits, and administrative the required installment or other payment tables to reflect the actual experience of expenses. and shall continue until the last day of the pension plans and projected trends in such ‘‘(iv) ADJUSTED DISBURSEMENTS.—The term first plan year in which the plan ceases to be experience. ‘adjusted disbursements’ means disburse- described in paragraph (1)(B). Such lien shall ‘‘(C) SEPARATE MORTALITY TABLES FOR THE ments from the plan reduced by the product continue to run without regard to whether DISABLED.—Notwithstanding subparagraph of— such plan continues to be described in para- (B)— ‘‘(I) the plan’s funded current liability per- graph (2) during the period referred to in the ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—In the case of plan years centage for the plan year, and preceding sentence. beginning after December 31, 1995, the Sec- ‘‘(II) the sum of the purchases of annuities, ‘‘(C) CERTAIN RULES TO APPLY.—Any retary of the Treasury shall establish mor- payments of single sums, and such other dis- amount with respect to which a lien is im- tality tables which may be used (in lieu of bursements as the Secretary of the Treasury posed under paragraph (1) shall be treated as the tables under subparagraph (B)) to deter- shall provide in regulations. taxes due and owing the United States and mine current liability under this subsection ‘‘(v) LIQUID ASSETS.—The term ‘liquid as- rules similar to the rules of subsections (c), for individuals who are entitled to benefits sets’ means cash, marketable securities and (d), and (e) of section 4068 shall apply with under the plan on account of disability. The such other assets as specified by the Sec- respect to a lien imposed by subsection (a) Secretary of the Treasury shall establish retary of the Treasury in regulations. and the amount with respect to such lien. separate tables for individuals whose disabil- ‘‘(vi) QUARTER.—The term ‘quarter’ means, ‘‘(5) ENFORCEMENT.—Any lien created ities occur in plan years beginning before with respect to any required installment, the under paragraph (1) may be perfected and en- January 1, 1995, and for individuals whose 3-month period preceding the month in forced only by the Pension Benefit Guaranty disabilities occur in plan years beginning on which the due date for such installment oc- Corporation, or at the direction of the Pen- or after such date. curs. sion Benefit Guaranty Corporation, by any ‘‘(ii) SPECIAL RULE FOR DISABILITIES OCCUR- ‘‘(F) REGULATIONS.—The Secretary of the contributing employer (or any member of RING AFTER 1994.—In the case of disabilities Treasury may prescribe such regulations as the controlled group of the contributing em- occurring in plan years beginning after De- are necessary to carry out this paragraph. ployer). cember 31, 1994, the tables under clause (i) ‘‘(6) FISCAL YEARS AND SHORT YEARS.— ‘‘(6) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this sub- shall apply only with respect to individuals ‘‘(A) FISCAL YEARS.—In applying this sub- section— described in such subclause who are disabled section to a plan year beginning on any date ‘‘(A) DUE DATE; REQUIRED INSTALLMENT.— other than January 1, there shall be sub- The terms ‘due date’ and ‘required install- within the meaning of title II of the Social stituted for the months specified in this sub- ment’ have the meanings given such terms Security Act and the regulations thereunder. section, the months which correspond there- by subsection (f), except that in the case of ‘‘(4) CERTAIN SERVICE DISREGARDED.— to. a payment other than a required install- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—In the case of a partici- ‘‘(B) SHORT PLAN YEAR.—This subsection ment, the due date shall be the date such pant to whom this paragraph applies, only shall be applied to plan years of less than 12 payment is required to be made under this the applicable percentage of the years of months in accordance with regulations pre- section. service before such individual became a par- scribed by the Secretary of the Treasury. ‘‘(B) CONTROLLED GROUP.—The term ‘con- ticipant shall be taken into account in com- ‘‘(g) IMPOSITION OF LIEN WHERE FAILURE TO trolled group’ means any group treated as a puting the current liability of the plan. MAKE REQUIRED CONTRIBUTIONS.— single employer under subsections (b), (c), ‘‘(B) APPLICABLE PERCENTAGE.—For pur- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—In the case of a plan to (m), and (o) of section 414 of the Internal poses of this subparagraph, the applicable which this section applies, if— Revenue Code of 1986. percentage shall be determined as follows:

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‘‘If the years of participation The applicable increase in the funding liability of the plan paragraph (B), by striking the period at the are: percentage is: attributable to the plan amendment. end of subparagraph (C) and inserting ‘‘, ‘‘(3) FUNDING RESTORATION PLAN.—The and’’, and by inserting at the end thereof the 1 ...... 20 sponsor of a CSEC plan shall establish a 2 ...... 40 following new subparagraph: 3 ...... 60 written funding restoration plan within 180 ‘‘(D) in the case of a CSEC plan, the em- 4 ...... 80 days of the receipt by the plan sponsor of a ployers make contributions to or under the 5 or more ...... 100. certification from the plan actuary that the plan for any plan year which, in the aggre- plan is in funding restoration status for a gate, are sufficient to ensure that the plan ‘‘(C) PARTICIPANTS TO WHOM PARAGRAPH AP- plan year. Such funding restoration plan does not have an accumulated funding defi- PLIES.—This subparagraph shall apply to any shall consist of actions that are calculated, participant who, at the time of becoming a ciency under section 306 as of the end of the based on reasonably anticipated experience plan year.’’. participant— and reasonable actuarial assumptions, to in- (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.—Section 302 ‘‘(i) has not accrued any other benefit crease the plan’s funded percentage to 100 of the Employee Retirement Income Secu- under any defined benefit plan (whether or percent over a period that is not longer than rity Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1082) is amended— not terminated) maintained by the employer the greater of 7 years or the shortest amount (A) by striking ‘‘multiemployer plan’’ the or a member of the same controlled group of of time practicable. Such funding restora- first place it appears in clause (i) of sub- which the employer is a member, tion plan shall take into account contribu- ‘‘(ii) who first becomes a participant under tions required under this section (without re- section (c)(1)(A) and the last place it appears the plan in a plan year beginning after De- gard to this paragraph). If a plan remains in in paragraph (2) of subsection (d), and insert- cember 31, 1987, and funding restoration status for 2 or more ing ‘‘multiemployer plan or a CSEC plan’’, ‘‘(iii) has years of service greater than the years, such funding restoration plan shall be (B) by striking ‘‘303(j)’’ in paragraph (1) of minimum years of service necessary for eli- updated each year after the 1st such year subsection (b) and inserting ‘‘303(j) or under gibility to participate in the plan. within 180 days of receipt by the plan sponsor section 306(f)’’, ‘‘(D) ELECTION.—An employer may elect of a certification from the plan actuary that (C)(i) by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of not to have this subparagraph apply. Such an the plan remains in funding restoration sta- clause (i) of subsection (c)(1)(B), election, once made, may be revoked only tus for the plan year. (ii) by striking the period at the end of with the consent of the Secretary of the ‘‘(4) ANNUAL CERTIFICATION BY PLAN ACTU- clause (ii) of subsection (c)(1)(B), and insert- Treasury. ARY.—Not later than the 90th day of each ing ‘‘, and’’, and ‘‘(i) FUNDED CURRENT LIABILITY PERCENT- plan year of a CSEC plan, the plan actuary (iii) by inserting the following new clause AGE.—For purposes of this section, the term shall certify to the plan sponsor whether or after clause (ii) of subsection (c)(1)(B): ‘funded current liability percentage’ means, not the plan is in funding restoration status ‘‘(iii) in the case of a CSEC plan, the fund- with respect to any plan year, the percent- for the plan year, based on the plan’s funded ing standard account shall be credited under age which— percentage as of the beginning of the plan section 306(b)(3)(C) with the amount of the ‘‘(1) the value of the plan’s assets deter- year. For this purpose, the actuary may con- waived funding deficiency and such amount mined under subsection (c)(2), is of clusively rely on an estimate of— shall be amortized as required under section ‘‘(2) the current liability under the plan. ‘‘(A) the plan’s funding liability, based on 306(b)(2)(C).’’, the funding liability of the plan for the pre- (D) by striking ‘‘under paragraph (1)’’ in ‘‘(j) FUNDING RESTORATION STATUS.—Not- ceding plan year and on reasonable actuarial clause (i) of subsection (c)(4)(A) and insert- withstanding any other provisions of this estimates, assumptions, and methods, and ing ‘‘under paragraph (1) or for granting an section— ‘‘(B) the amount of any contributions rea- extension under section 306(d)’’, ‘‘(1) NORMAL COST PAYMENT.— sonably anticipated to be made for the pre- (E) by striking ‘‘waiver under this sub- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—In the case of a CSEC ceding plan year. section’’ in subparagraph (B) of subsection plan that is in funding restoration status for Contributions described in subparagraph (B) a plan year, for purposes of section 302, the (c)(4) and inserting ‘‘waiver under this sub- shall be taken into account in determining section or an extension under 306(d)’’, term ‘accumulated funding deficiency’ the plan’s funded percentage as of the begin- means, for such plan year, the greater of— (F) by striking ‘‘waiver or modification’’ in ning of the plan year. subclause (I) of subsection (c)(4)(B)(i) and in- ‘‘(i) the amount described in subsection (a), ‘‘(5) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this sub- or serting ‘‘waiver, modification, or extension’’, section— (G) by striking ‘‘waivers’’ in the heading of ‘‘(ii) the excess of the normal cost of the ‘‘(A) FUNDING RESTORATION STATUS.—A plan for the plan year over the amount actu- subsection (c)(4)(C) and of clause (ii) of sub- CSEC plan shall be treated as in funding res- section (c)(4)(C) and inserting ‘‘waivers or ally contributed to or under the plan for the toration status for a plan year if the plan’s plan year. extensions’’, funded percentage as of the beginning of (H) by striking ‘‘section 304(d)’’ in subpara- ‘‘(B) NORMAL COST.—In the case of a CSEC such plan year is less than 80 percent. graph (A) of subsection (c)(7) and in para- plan that uses a spread gain funding method, ‘‘(B) FUNDED PERCENTAGE.—The term ‘fund- graph (2) of subsection (d) and inserting ‘‘sec- for purposes of this subsection, the term ed percentage’ means the ratio (expressed as tion 304(d) or section 306(d)’’, ‘normal cost’ means normal cost as deter- a percentage) which— (I) by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of sub- mined under the entry age normal funding ‘‘(i) the value of plan assets (as determined clause (I) of subsection (c)(4)(C)(i) and adding method. under subsection (c)(2)), bears to ‘‘or the accumulated funding deficiency ‘‘(2) PLAN AMENDMENTS.—In the case of a ‘‘(ii) the plan’s funding liability. under section 306, whichever is applicable,’’, CSEC plan that is in funding restoration sta- ‘‘(C) FUNDING LIABILITY.—The term ‘fund- tus for a plan year, no amendment to such ing liability’ for a plan year means the (J) by striking ‘‘303(e)(2),’’ in subclause (II) plan may take effect during such plan year if present value of all benefits accrued or of subsection (c)(4)(C)(i) and inserting such amendment has the effect of increasing earned under the plan as of the beginning of ‘‘303(e)(2) or 306(b)(2)(C), whichever is appli- liabilities of the plan by means of increases the plan year, based on the assumptions used cable, and’’, in benefits, establishment of new benefits, by the plan pursuant to this section, includ- (K) by adding immediately after subclause changing the rate of benefit accrual, or ing the interest rate described in subsection (II) of subsection (c)(4)(C)(i) the following changing the rate at which benefits become (b)(5)(A) (without regard to subsection new subclause: nonforfeitable. This paragraph shall not (b)(5)(B)). ‘‘(III) the total amounts not paid by reason apply to any plan amendment that is re- ‘‘(D) SPREAD GAIN FUNDING METHOD.—The of an extension in effect under section quired to comply with any applicable law. term ‘spread gain funding method’ has the 306(d),’’, This paragraph shall cease to apply with re- meaning given such term under rules and (L) by striking ‘‘for waivers of’’ in clause spect to any plan year, effective as of the forms issued by the Secretary of the Treas- (ii) of subsection (c)(4)(C) and inserting ‘‘for first day of the plan year (or if later, the ef- ury.’’. waivers or extensions with respect to’’, and fective date of the amendment) upon pay- (b) SEPARATE RULES FOR CSEC PLANS.— (M) by striking ‘‘single-employer plan’’ in ment by the plan sponsor of a contribution (1) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (2) of section subparagraph (A) of subsection (a)(2) and in to the plan (in addition to any contribution 302(a) of the Employee Retirement Income clause (i) of subsection (c)(1)(B) and inserting required under this section without regard to Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1082(a)) is ‘‘single-employer plan (other than a CSEC this paragraph) in an amount equal to the amended by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of sub- plan)’’.

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(3) BENEFIT RESTRICTIONS.—Subsection (g) of section 104 of the Pension Protection Act 430(c)(2)(D)(iii) of such Code apply with re- of section 206 of the Employee Retirement of 2006, as added by section 202 of the Preser- spect to the shortfall amortization base for Income Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1056) is vation of Access to Care for Medicare Bene- the first plan year beginning after December amended by adding at the end thereof the ficiaries and Pension Relief Act of 2010, is 31, 2009, and following new paragraph: amended— ‘‘(iii) no event had occurred under para- ‘‘(12) CSEC PLANS.—This subsection shall (1) by striking ‘‘For purposes of’’ and in- graph (6) or (7) of section 303(c) of such Act not apply to a CSEC plan (as defined in sec- serting ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of’’, or paragraph (6) or (7) of section 430(c) of tion 210(f)).’’. and such Code that, as of the first day of the first (4) BENEFIT INCREASES.—Paragraph (3) of (2) by adding at the end the following: plan year beginning after December 31, 2013, section 204(i) of the Employee Retirement ‘‘(2) ELECTION NOT TO BE AN ELIGIBLE CHAR- would have modified the shortfall amortiza- Income Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1054(i)) ITY PLAN.—A plan sponsor may elect for a tion base or the shortfall amortization in- is amended by striking ‘‘multiemployer plan to cease to be treated as an eligible stallments with respect to the first plan year plans’’ and inserting ‘‘multiemployer plans charity plan for plan years beginning after beginning after December 31, 2009. or CSEC plans’’. December 31, 2013. Such election shall be ‘‘(F) For purposes of this paragraph, the 12- (5) SECTION 103.—Subparagraph (B) of sec- made at such time and in such form and year amortization base is an amount, deter- tion 103(d)(8) of the Employee Retirement In- manner as shall be prescribed by the Sec- mined for the first plan year beginning after come Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. retary of the Treasury. Any such election December 31, 2013, equal to the unamortized 1023(d)(8)) is amended by striking ‘‘303(h) and may be revoked only with the consent of the principal amount of the shortfall amortiza- 304(c)(3)’’ and inserting ‘‘303(h), 304(c)(3), and Secretary of the Treasury. tion base (as defined in section 303(c)(3) of ‘‘(3) ELECTION TO USE FUNDING OPTIONS 306(c)(3)’’. the Employee Retirement Income Security AVAILABLE TO OTHER PLAN SPONSORS.— (6) SECTION 502.—Subsection (c) of section Act of 1974 and section 430(c)(3) of the Inter- ‘‘(A) A plan sponsor that makes the elec- 502 of the Employee Retirement Income Se- nal Revenue Code of 1986) that would have tion described in paragraph (2) may elect for curity Act of 1974 is amended— applied to the plan for the first plan begin- (A) by redesignating the last paragraph as a plan to apply the rules described in sub- ning after December 31, 2010, if— paragraph (11), and paragraphs (B), (C), and (D) for plan years be- ‘‘(i) the plan had never been an eligible (B) by adding at the end the following new ginning after December 31, 2013. Such elec- charity plan, paragraph: tion shall be made at such time and in such ‘‘(ii) the plan sponsor had made the elec- ‘‘(12) The Secretary may assess a civil pen- form and manner as shall be prescribed by tion described in section 303(c)(2)(D)(i) of the alty against any sponsor of a CSEC plan of the Secretary of the Treasury. Any such Employee Retirement Income Security Act up to $100 a day from the date of the plan election may be revoked only with the con- of 1974 and in section 430(c)(2)(D)(i) of the In- sponsor’s failure to comply with the require- sent of the Secretary of the Treasury. ternal Revenue Code of 1986 to have section ments of section 306(j)(3) to establish or up- ‘‘(B) Under the rules described in this sub- 303(c)(2)(D)(i) of such Act and section date a funding restoration plan.’’. paragraph, for the first plan year beginning 430(c)(2)(D)(iii) of such Code apply with re- (7) SECTION 4003.—Subparagraph (B) of sec- after December 31, 2013, a plan has— tion 4003(e)(1) of the Employee Retirement ‘‘(i) an 11-year shortfall amortization base, spect to the shortfall amortization base for Income Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. ‘‘(ii) a 12-year shortfall amortization base, the first plan year beginning after December 1303(e)(1)) is amended by striking and 31, 2010, and ‘‘303(k)(1)(A) and (B) of this Act or section ‘‘(iii) a 7-year shortfall amortization base. ‘‘(iii) no event had occurred under para- 430(k)(1)(A) and (B) of the Internal Revenue ‘‘(C) Under the rules described in this sub- graph (6) or (7) of section 303(c) of such Act Code of 1986’’ and inserting ‘‘303(k)(1)(A) and paragraph, section 303(c)(2)(A) and (B) of the or paragraph (6) or (7) of section 430(c) of (B) or 306(g)(1)(A) and (B) of this Act or sec- Employee Retirement Income Security Act such Code that, as of the first day of the first tion 430(k)(1)(A) and (B) or 433(g)(1)(A) and of 1974, and section 430(c)(2)(A) and (B) of the plan year beginning after December 31, 2013, (B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986’’. Internal Revenue Code of 1986 shall be ap- would have modified the shortfall amortiza- (8) SECTION 4010.—Paragraph (2) of section plied by— tion base or the shortfall amortization in- 4010(b) of the Employee Retirement Income ‘‘(i) in the case of an 11-year shortfall am- stallments with respect to the first plan year Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1310(b)) is ortization base, substituting ‘11-plan-year beginning after December 31, 2010. amended by striking ‘‘303(k)(1)(A) and (B) of period’ for ‘7-plan-year period’ wherever such ‘‘(G) For purposes of this paragraph, the 7- this Act or section 430(k)(1)(A) and (B) of the phrase appears, and year shortfall amortization base is an Internal Revenue Code of 1986’’ and inserting ‘‘(ii) in the case of a 12-year shortfall amor- amount, determined for the first plan year ‘‘303(k)(1)(A) and (B) or 306(g)(1)(A) and (B) of tization base, substituting ‘12-plan-year pe- beginning after December 31, 2013, equal to— this Act or section 430(k)(1)(A) and (B) or riod’ for ‘7-plan-year period’ wherever such ‘‘(i) the shortfall amortization base for the 433(g)(1)(A) and (B) of the Internal Revenue phrase appears. first plan year beginning after December 31, Code of 1986’’. ‘‘(D) Under the rules described in this sub- 2013, without regard to this paragraph, minus (9) SECTION 4071.—Section 4071 of the Em- paragraph, section 303(c)(7) of the Employee ‘‘(ii) the sum of the 11-year shortfall amor- ployee Retirement Income Security Act of Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 and tization base and the 12-year shortfall amor- 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1371) is amended by striking section 430(c)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code tization base. ‘‘section 303(k)(4)’’ and inserting ‘‘section of 1986 shall apply to a plan for which an ‘‘(4) RETROACTIVE ELECTION.—Not later 303(k)(4) or 306(g)(4)’’. election has been made under subparagraph than December 31, 2014, a plan sponsor may SEC. 103. ELECTIONS. (A). Such provisions shall apply in the fol- make a one-time, irrevocable, retroactive (a) ELECTION NOT TO BE TREATED AS A lowing manner: election to not be treated as an eligible char- CSEC PLAN.—Subsection (f) of section 210 of ‘‘(i) The first plan year beginning after De- ity plan. Such election shall be effective for the Employee Retirement Income Security cember 31, 2013, shall be treated as an elec- plan years beginning after December 31, 2007, Act of 1974, as added by section 101, is amend- tion year, and no other plan years shall be so and shall be made by providing reasonable ed by adding at the end the following new treated. notice to the Secretary of the Treasury.’’. paragraph: ‘‘(ii) All references in section 303(c)(7) of (c) DEEMED ELECTION.—For purposes of the ‘‘(3) ELECTION.— such Act and section 430(c)(7) of such Code to Internal Revenue Code of 1986, sections ‘February 28, 2010’ or ‘March 1, 2010’ shall be ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—If a plan falls within the 4(b)(2) and 4021(b)(3) of the Employee Retire- definition of a CSEC plan under this sub- treated as references to ‘February 28, 2013’ or ment Income Security Act of 1974, and all section (without regard to this paragraph), ‘March 1, 2013’, respectively. such plan shall be a CSEC plan unless the ‘‘(E) For purposes of this paragraph, the 11- other purposes, a plan shall be deemed to plan sponsor elects not later than the close year amortization base is an amount, deter- have made an irrevocable election under sec- of the first plan year of the plan beginning mined for the first plan year beginning after tion 410(d) of the Internal Revenue Code of after December 31, 2013, not to be treated as December 31, 2013, equal to the unamortized 1986 if— a CSEC plan. An election under the pre- principal amount of the shortfall amortiza- (1) the plan was established before January ceding sentence shall take effect for such tion base (as defined in section 303(c)(3) of 1, 2014; plan year and, once made, may be revoked the Employee Retirement Income Security (2) the plan falls within the definition of a only with the consent of the Secretary of the Act of 1974 and section 430(c)(3) of the Inter- CSEC plan; Treasury. nal Revenue Code of 1986) that would have (3) the plan sponsor does not make an elec- ‘‘(B) SPECIAL RULE.—If a plan described in applied to the plan for the first plan begin- tion under section 210(f)(3)(A) of the Em- subparagraph (A) is treated as a CSEC plan, ning after December 31, 2009, if— ployee Retirement Income Security Act of section 104 of the Pension Protection Act of ‘‘(i) the plan had never been an eligible 1974 and section 414(y)(3)(A) of the Internal 2006, as amended by the Preservation of Ac- charity plan, Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this Act; cess to Care for Medicare Beneficiaries and ‘‘(ii) the plan sponsor had made the elec- and Pension Relief Act of 2010, shall cease to tion described in section 303(c)(2)(D)(i) of the (4) the plan, plan sponsor, administrator, apply to such plan as of the first date as of Employee Retirement Income Security Act or fiduciary remits one or more premium which such plan is treated as a CSEC plan.’’. of 1974 and in section 430(c)(2)(D)(i) of the In- payments for the plan to the Pension Benefit (b) ELECTION TO CEASE TO BE TREATED AS ternal Revenue Code of 1986 to have section Guaranty Corporation for a plan year begin- AN ELIGIBLE CHARITY PLAN.—Subsection (d) 303(c)(2)(D)(i) of such Act and section ning after December 31, 2013.

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(d) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments TITLE II—AMENDMENTS TO INTERNAL ‘‘(v) separately, with respect to each plan made by this section shall apply as of the REVENUE CODE OF 1986 year, the net loss (if any) resulting from date of enactment of this Act. SEC. 201. DEFINITION OF COOPERATIVE AND changes in actuarial assumptions used under SMALL EMPLOYER CHARITY PEN- the plan, over a period of 10 plan years, SEC. 104. TRANSPARENCY. SION PLANS. ‘‘(C) the amount necessary to amortize (a) NOTICE TO PARTICIPANTS.— Section 414 of the Internal Revenue Code of each waived funding deficiency (within the (1) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (2) of section 1986 is amended by adding at the end the fol- meaning of section 412(c)(3)) for each prior 101(f) of the Employee Retirement Income lowing new subsection: plan year in equal annual installments (until Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1021(f)) is ‘‘(y) COOPERATIVE AND SMALL EMPLOYER fully amortized) over a period of 5 plan amended by adding at the end the following CHARITY PENSION PLANS.— years, new subparagraph: ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of this ‘‘(D) the amount necessary to amortize in ‘‘(E) EFFECT OF CSEC PLAN RULES ON PLAN title, except as provided in this subsection, a equal annual installments (until fully amor- FUNDING.—In the case of a CSEC plan, each CSEC plan is a defined benefit plan (other tized) over a period of 5 plan years any notice under paragraph (1) shall include— than a multiemployer plan)— amount credited to the funding standard ac- ‘‘(i) a statement that different rules apply ‘‘(A) to which section 104 of the Pension count under paragraph (3)(D), and to CSEC plans than apply to single-employer Protection Act of 2006 applies, without re- ‘‘(E) the amount necessary to amortize in plans, gard to— equal annual installments (until fully amor- ‘‘(ii) for the first 2 plan years beginning ‘‘(i) section 104(a)(2) of such Act; tized) over a period of 20 years the contribu- after December 31, 2013, a statement that, as ‘‘(ii) the amendments to such section 104 tions which would be required to be made a result of changes in the law made by the by section 202(b) of the Preservation of Ac- under the plan but for the provisions of sec- Cooperative and Small Employer Charity cess to Care for Medicare Beneficiaries and tion 412(c)(7)(A)(i)(I) (as in effect on the day Pension Flexibility Act, the contributions to Pension Relief Act of 2010; and before the enactment of the Pension Protec- the plan may have changed, and ‘‘(iii) paragraph (3)(B); or tion Act of 2006). ‘‘(iii) in the case of a CSEC plan that is in ‘‘(B) that, as of June 25, 2010, was main- ‘‘(3) CREDITS TO ACCOUNT.—For a plan year, funding restoration status for the plan year, tained by more than one employer and all of the funding standard account shall be cred- a statement that the plan is in funding res- the employers were organizations described ited with the sum of— toration status for such plan year. in section 501(c)(3). ‘‘(A) the amount considered contributed by A copy of the statement required under ‘‘(2) AGGREGATION.—All employers that are the employer to or under the plan for the clause (iii) shall be provided to the Sec- treated as a single employer under sub- plan year, retary, the Secretary of the Treasury, and section (b) or (c) shall be treated as a single ‘‘(B) the amount necessary to amortize in the Director of the Pension Benefit Guar- employer for purposes of determining if a equal annual installments (until fully amor- anty Corporation.’’. plan was maintained by more than one em- tized)— (2) MODEL NOTICE.—The Secretary of Labor ployer under paragraph (1)(B).’’. ‘‘(i) separately, with respect to each plan may modify the model notice required to be SEC. 202. FUNDING RULES APPLICABLE TO COOP- year, the net decrease (if any) in unfunded published under section 501(c) of the Pension ERATIVE AND SMALL EMPLOYER past service liability under the plan arising Protection Act of 2006 to include the infor- CHARITY PENSION PLANS. from plan amendments adopted in such year, mation described in section 101(f)(2)(E) of the (a) IN GENERAL.—Subpart A of part III of over a period of 15 plan years, Employee Retirement Income Security Act subchapter D of chapter 1 of subtitle A of the ‘‘(ii) separately, with respect to each plan of 1974, as added by this subsection. Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by year, the net experience gain (if any) under adding at the end the following new section: the plan, over a period of 5 plan years, and (b) NOTICE OF FAILURE TO MEET MINIMUM ‘‘SEC. 433. MINIMUM FUNDING STANDARDS. ‘‘(iii) separately, with respect to each plan FUNDING STANDARDS.— ‘‘(a) GENERAL RULE.—For purposes of sec- year, the net gain (if any) resulting from (1) PENDING WAIVERS.—Paragraph (2) of sec- tion 412, the term ‘accumulated funding defi- changes in actuarial assumptions used under tion 101(d) of the Employee Retirement In- ciency’ for a CSEC plan means the excess of the plan, over a period of 10 plan years, come Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1021(d)) the total charges to the funding standard ac- ‘‘(C) the amount of the waived funding de- is amended by striking ‘‘303’’ and inserting count for all plan years (beginning with the ficiency (within the meaning of section ‘‘303 or 306’’. first plan year to which section 412 applies) 412(c)(3)) for the plan year, and (2) DEFINITIONS.—Paragraph (3) of section over the total credits to such account for ‘‘(D) in the case of a plan year for which 101(d) of the Employee Retirement Income such years or, if less, the excess of the total the accumulated funding deficiency is deter- Security Act of 1974 (21 U.S.C. 1021(d)) is charges to the alternative minimum funding mined under the funding standard account if amended by striking ‘‘303(j)’’ and inserting standard account for such plan years over such plan year follows a plan year for which ‘‘303(j) or 306(f), whichever is applicable’’. the total credits to such account for such such deficiency was determined under the al- (c) ADDITIONAL REPORTING REQUIRE- years. ternative minimum funding standard, the ex- MENTS.—Section 103 of the Employee Retire- ‘‘(b) FUNDING STANDARD ACCOUNT.— cess (if any) of any debit balance in the fund- ment Income Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. ‘‘(1) ACCOUNT REQUIRED.—Each plan to ing standard account (determined without 1023) is amended by adding at the end the fol- which this section applies shall establish and regard to this subparagraph) over any debit lowing new subsection: maintain a funding standard account. Such balance in the alternative minimum funding account shall be credited and charged solely standard account. ‘‘(g) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WITH RE- as provided in this section. ‘‘(4) COMBINING AND OFFSETTING AMOUNTS SPECT TO MULTIPLE EMPLOYER PLANS.—With ‘‘(2) CHARGES TO ACCOUNT.—For a plan year, TO BE AMORTIZED.—Under regulations pre- respect to any multiple employer plan, an the funding standard account shall be scribed by the Secretary, amounts required annual report under this section for a plan charged with the sum of— to be amortized under paragraph (2) or para- year shall include a list of participating em- ‘‘(A) the normal cost of the plan for the graph (3), as the case may be— ployers and a good faith estimate of the per- plan year, ‘‘(A) may be combined into one amount centage of total contributions made by such ‘‘(B) the amounts necessary to amortize in under such paragraph to be amortized over a participating employers during the plan equal annual installments (until fully amor- period determined on the basis of the re- tized)— maining amortization period for all items year.’’. ‘‘(i) in the case of a plan in existence on entering into such combined amount, and SEC. 105. SPONSOR EDUCATION AND ASSIST- January 1, 1974, the unfunded past service li- ‘‘(B) may be offset against amounts re- ANCE. ability under the plan on the first day of the quired to be amortized under the other such first plan year to which section 412 applies, paragraph, with the resulting amount to be (a) DEFINITION.—In this section, the term over a period of 40 plan years, amortized over a period determined on the ‘‘CSEC plan’’ has the meaning given that ‘‘(ii) in the case of a plan which comes into basis of the remaining amortization periods term in subsection (f)(1) of section 210 of the existence after January 1, 1974, but before for all items entering into whichever of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act the first day of the first plan year beginning two amounts being offset is the greater. of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1060(f)(1)) (as added by this after December 31, 2013, the unfunded past ‘‘(5) INTEREST.— Act). service liability under the plan on the first ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in (b) EDUCATION.—The Participant and Plan day of the first plan year to which section subparagraph (B), the funding standard ac- Sponsor Advocate established under section 412 applies, over a period of 30 plan years, count (and items therein) shall be charged or ‘‘(iii) separately, with respect to each plan credited (as determined under regulations 4004 of the Employee Retirement Income Se- year, the net increase (if any) in unfunded prescribed by the Secretary) with interest at curity Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1304) shall make past service liability under the plan arising the appropriate rate consistent with the rate itself available to assist CSEC plan sponsors from plan amendments adopted in such year, or rates of interest used under the plan to and participants as part of the duties it per- over a period of 15 plan years, determine costs. forms under the general supervision of the ‘‘(iv) separately, with respect to each plan ‘‘(B) EXCEPTION.—The interest rate used for Board of Directors under section 4004(b) of year, the net experience loss (if any) under purposes of computing the amortization such Act (29 U.S.C. 1304(b)). the plan, over a period of 5 plan years, and charge described in subsection (b)(2)(C) or for

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purposes of any arrangement under sub- ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—No actuarial assumption refers or within one month prior to the be- section (d) for any plan year shall be the (other than the assumptions described in ginning of such year. greater of— subsection (h)(3)) used to determine the cur- ‘‘(ii) USE OF PRIOR YEAR VALUATION.—The ‘‘(i) 150 percent of the Federal mid-term rent liability for a plan to which this sub- valuation referred to in subparagraph (A) rate (as in effect under section 1274 for the paragraph applies may be changed without may be made as of a date within the plan 1st month of such plan year), or the approval of the Secretary. year prior to the year to which the valuation ‘‘(ii) the rate of interest determined under ‘‘(ii) PLANS TO WHICH SUBPARAGRAPH AP- refers if, as of such date, the value of the as- subparagraph (A). PLIES.—This subparagraph shall apply to a sets of the plan are not less than 100 percent ‘‘(6) AMORTIZATION SCHEDULES IN EFFECT.— plan only if— of the plan’s current liability. Amortization schedules for amounts de- ‘‘(I) the plan is a CSEC plan, ‘‘(iii) ADJUSTMENTS.—Information under scribed in paragraphs (2) and (3) that are in ‘‘(II) the aggregate unfunded vested bene- clause (ii) shall, in accordance with regula- effect as of the last day of the last plan year fits as of the close of the preceding plan year tions, be actuarially adjusted to reflect sig- beginning before January 1, 2014, by reason (as determined under section 4006(a)(3)(E)(iii) nificant differences in participants. of section 104 of the Pension Protection Act of the Employee Retirement Income Secu- ‘‘(iv) LIMITATION.—A change in funding of 2006 shall remain in effect pursuant to rity Act of 1974) of such plan and all other method to use a prior year valuation, as pro- their terms and this section, except that plans maintained by the contributing spon- vided in clause (ii), may not be made unless such amounts shall not be amortized again sors (as defined in section 4001(a)(13) of such as of the valuation date within the prior plan under this section. Act) and members of such sponsors’ con- year, the value of the assets of the plan are ‘‘(c) SPECIAL RULES.— trolled groups (as defined in section not less than 125 percent of the plan’s cur- ‘‘(1) DETERMINATIONS TO BE MADE UNDER 4001(a)(14) of such Act) which are covered by rent liability. FUNDING METHOD.—For purposes of this sec- title IV (disregarding plans with no unfunded ‘‘(9) TIME WHEN CERTAIN CONTRIBUTIONS tion, normal costs, accrued liability, past vested benefits) exceed $50,000,000, and DEEMED MADE.—For purposes of this section, service liabilities, and experience gains and ‘‘(III) the change in assumptions (deter- any contributions for a plan year made by an losses shall be determined under the funding mined after taking into account any changes employer during the period— method used to determine costs under the in interest rate and mortality table) results ‘‘(A) beginning on the day after the last plan. in a decrease in the funding shortfall of the day of such plan year, and ‘‘(2) VALUATION OF ASSETS.— plan for the current plan year that exceeds ‘‘(B) ending on the day which is 81⁄2 months ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of this sec- $50,000,000, or that exceeds $5,000,000 and that after the close of the plan year, tion, the value of the plan’s assets shall be is 5 percent or more of the current liability shall be deemed to have been made on such determined on the basis of any reasonable of the plan before such change. last day. actuarial method of valuation which takes ‘‘(6) FULL FUNDING.—If, as of the close of a ‘‘(10) ANTICIPATION OF BENEFIT INCREASES into account fair market value and which is plan year, a plan would (without regard to EFFECTIVE IN THE FUTURE.—In determining permitted under regulations prescribed by this paragraph) have an accumulated funding projected benefits, the funding method of a the Secretary. deficiency (determined without regard to the collectively bargained CSEC plan described ‘‘(B) DEDICATED BOND PORTFOLIO.—The Sec- alternative minimum funding standard ac- in section 413(a) shall anticipate benefit in- retary may by regulations provide that the count permitted under subsection (e)) in ex- creases scheduled to take effect during the value of any dedicated bond portfolio of a cess of the full funding limitation— term of the collective bargaining agreement plan shall be determined by using the inter- ‘‘(A) the funding standard account shall be applicable to the plan. est rate under section 412(b)(5) (as in effect credited with the amount of such excess, and ‘‘(d) EXTENSION OF AMORTIZATION PERI- on the day before the enactment of the Pen- ‘‘(B) all amounts described in paragraphs ODS.—The period of years required to amor- sion Protection Act of 2006). (2)(B), (C), and (D) and (3)(B) of subsection (b) tize any unfunded liability (described in any ‘‘(3) ACTUARIAL ASSUMPTIONS MUST BE REA- which are required to be amortized shall be clause of subsection (b)(2)(B)) of any plan SONABLE.—For purposes of this section, all considered fully amortized for purposes of may be extended by the Secretary for a pe- costs, liabilities, rates of interest, and other such paragraphs. riod of time (not in excess of 10 years) if the factors under the plan shall be determined ‘‘(7) FULL-FUNDING LIMITATION.—For pur- Secretary determines that such extension on the basis of actuarial assumptions and poses of paragraph (6), the term ‘full-funding would carry out the purposes of the Em- methods— limitation’ means the excess (if any) of— ployee Retirement Income Security Act of ‘‘(A) each of which is reasonable (taking ‘‘(A) the accrued liability (including nor- 1974 and provide adequate protection for par- into account the experience of the plan and mal cost) under the plan (determined under ticipants under the plan and their bene- reasonable expectations), and the entry age normal funding method if such ficiaries, and if the Secretary determines ‘‘(B) which, in combination, offer the actu- accrued liability cannot be directly cal- that the failure to permit such extension ary’s best estimate of anticipated experience culated under the funding method used for would result in— under the plan. the plan), over ‘‘(1) a substantial risk to the voluntary ‘‘(4) TREATMENT OF CERTAIN CHANGES AS EX- ‘‘(B) the lesser of— continuation of the plan, or PERIENCE GAIN OR LOSS.—For purposes of this ‘‘(i) the fair market value of the plan’s as- ‘‘(2) a substantial curtailment of pension section, if— sets, or benefit levels or employee compensation. ‘‘(A) a change in benefits under the Social ‘‘(ii) the value of such assets determined ‘‘(e) ALTERNATIVE MINIMUM FUNDING Security Act or in other retirement benefits under paragraph (2). STANDARD.— created under Federal or State law, or ‘‘(C) MINIMUM AMOUNT.— ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—A CSEC plan which uses ‘‘(B) a change in the definition of the term ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—In no event shall the full- a funding method that requires contribu- ‘wages’ under section 3121 or a change in the funding limitation determined under sub- tions in all years not less than those re- amount of such wages taken into account paragraph (A) be less than the excess (if any) quired under the entry age normal funding under regulations prescribed for purposes of of— method may maintain an alternative min- section 401(a)(5), ‘‘(I) 90 percent of the current liability (de- imum funding standard account for any plan results in an increase or decrease in accrued termined without regard to paragraph (4) of year. Such account shall be credited and liability under a plan, such increase or de- subsection (h)) of the plan (including the ex- charged solely as provided in this subsection. crease shall be treated as an experience loss pected increase in such current liability due ‘‘(2) CHARGES AND CREDITS TO ACCOUNT.— or gain. to benefits accruing during the plan year), For a plan year the alternative minimum ‘‘(5) FUNDING METHOD AND PLAN YEAR.— over funding standard account shall be— ‘‘(A) FUNDING METHODS AVAILABLE.—All ‘‘(II) the value of the plan’s assets deter- ‘‘(A) charged with the sum of— funding methods available to CSEC plans mined under paragraph (2). ‘‘(i) the lesser of normal cost under the under section 412 (as in effect on the day be- ‘‘(ii) ASSETS.—For purposes of clause (i), funding method used under the plan or nor- fore the enactment of the Pension Protec- assets shall not be reduced by any credit bal- mal cost determined under the unit credit tion Act of 2006) shall continue to be avail- ance in the funding standard account. method, able under this section. ‘‘(8) ANNUAL VALUATION.— ‘‘(ii) the excess, if any, of the present value ‘‘(B) CHANGES.—If the funding method for a ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of this sec- of accrued benefits under the plan over the plan is changed, the new funding method tion, a determination of experience gains and fair market value of the assets, and shall become the funding method used to de- losses and a valuation of the plan’s liability ‘‘(iii) an amount equal to the excess (if termine costs and liabilities under the plan shall be made not less frequently than once any) of credits to the alternative minimum only if the change is approved by the Sec- every year, except that such determination standard account for all prior plan years retary. If the plan year for a plan is changed, shall be made more frequently to the extent over charges to such account for all such the new plan year shall become the plan year required in particular cases under regula- years, and for the plan only if the change is approved by tions prescribed by the Secretary. ‘‘(B) credited with the amount considered the Secretary. ‘‘(B) VALUATION DATE.— contributed by the employer to or under the ‘‘(C) APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR CERTAIN ‘‘(i) CURRENT YEAR.—Except as provided in plan for the plan year. CHANGES IN ASSUMPTIONS BY CERTAIN SINGLE- clause (ii), the valuation referred to in sub- ‘‘(3) INTEREST.—The alternative minimum EMPLOYER PLANS SUBJECT TO ADDITIONAL paragraph (A) shall be made as of a date funding standard account (and items therein) FUNDING REQUIREMENT.— within the plan year to which the valuation shall be charged or credited with interest in

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the manner provided under subsection (b)(5) ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—A plan to which this bursements as the Secretary shall provide in with respect to the funding standard ac- paragraph applies shall be treated as failing regulations. count. to pay the full amount of any required in- ‘‘(v) LIQUID ASSETS.—The term ‘liquid as- stallment to the extent that the value of the sets’ means cash, marketable securities and ‘‘(f) QUARTERLY CONTRIBUTIONS RE- liquid assets paid in such installment is less such other assets as specified by the Sec- QUIRED.— than the liquidity shortfall (whether or not retary in regulations. ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—If a CSEC plan which has such liquidity shortfall exceeds the amount ‘‘(vi) QUARTER.—The term ‘quarter’ means, a funded current liability percentage for the of such installment required to be paid but with respect to any required installment, the preceding plan year of less than 100 percent for this paragraph). 3-month period preceding the month in fails to pay the full amount of a required in- ‘‘(B) PLANS TO WHICH PARAGRAPH APPLIES.— which the due date for such installment oc- stallment for the plan year, then the rate of This paragraph shall apply to a CSEC plan curs. interest charged to the funding standard ac- other than a plan described in section ‘‘(F) REGULATIONS.—The Secretary may count under subsection (b)(5) with respect to 412(l)(6)(A) (as in effect on the day before the prescribe such regulations as are necessary the amount of the underpayment for the pe- enactment of the Pension Protection Act of to carry out this paragraph. riod of the underpayment shall be equal to 2006) which— ‘‘(6) FISCAL YEARS AND SHORT YEARS.— the greater of— ‘‘(i) is required to pay installments under ‘‘(A) FISCAL YEARS.—In applying this sub- ‘‘(A) 175 percent of the Federal mid-term this subsection for a plan year, and section to a plan year beginning on any date rate (as in effect under section 1274 for the ‘‘(ii) has a liquidity shortfall for any quar- other than January 1, there shall be sub- 1st month of such plan year), or ter during such plan year. stituted for the months specified in this sub- ‘‘(B) the rate of interest used under the ‘‘(C) PERIOD OF UNDERPAYMENT.—For pur- section, the months which correspond there- plan in determining costs. poses of paragraph (1), any portion of an in- to. ‘‘(2) AMOUNT OF UNDERPAYMENT, PERIOD OF stallment that is treated as not paid under ‘‘(B) SHORT PLAN YEAR.—This subsection UNDERPAYMENT.—For purposes of paragraph subparagraph (A) shall continue to be treat- shall be applied to plan years of less than 12 (1)— ed as unpaid until the close of the quarter in months in accordance with regulations pre- ‘‘(A) AMOUNT.—The amount of the under- which the due date for such installment oc- scribed by the Secretary. payment shall be the excess of— curs. ‘‘(g) IMPOSITION OF LIEN WHERE FAILURE TO ‘‘(i) the required installment, over ‘‘(D) LIMITATION ON INCREASE.—If the MAKE REQUIRED CONTRIBUTIONS.— ‘‘(ii) the amount (if any) of the installment amount of any required installment is in- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—In the case of a plan to contributed to or under the plan on or before creased by reason of subparagraph (A), in no which this section applies, if— the due date for the installment. event shall such increase exceed the amount ‘‘(A) any person fails to make a required ‘‘(B) PERIOD OF UNDERPAYMENT.—The pe- which, when added to prior installments for installment under subsection (f) or any other riod for which interest is charged under this the plan year, is necessary to increase the subsection with regard to any portion of the funded current liability percentage (taking payment required under this section before underpayment shall run from the due date into account the expected increase in cur- the due date for such installment or other for the installment to the date on which rent liability due to benefits accruing during payment, and such portion is contributed to or under the the plan year) to 100 percent. ‘‘(B) the unpaid balance of such install- ment or other payment (including interest), plan (determined without regard to sub- ‘‘(E) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this section (c)(9)). paragraph— when added to the aggregate unpaid balance ‘‘(C) ORDER OF CREDITING CONTRIBUTIONS.— ‘‘(i) LIQUIDITY SHORTFALL.—The term ‘li- of all preceding such installments or other For purposes of subparagraph (A)(ii), con- quidity shortfall’ means, with respect to any payments for which payment was not made tributions shall be credited against unpaid required installment, an amount equal to the before the due date (including interest), ex- required installments in the order in which excess (as of the last day of the quarter for ceeds $1,000,000, such installments are required to be paid. which such installment is made) of the base then there shall be a lien in favor of the plan ‘‘(3) NUMBER OF REQUIRED INSTALLMENTS; amount with respect to such quarter over in the amount determined under paragraph DUE DATES.—For purposes of this sub- the value (as of such last day) of the plan’s (3) upon all property and rights to property, section— liquid assets. whether real or personal, belonging to such ‘‘(A) PAYABLE IN 4 INSTALLMENTS.—There ‘‘(ii) BASE AMOUNT.— person and any other person who is a mem- shall be 4 required installments for each plan ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘base amount’ ber of the same controlled group of which year. means, with respect to any quarter, an such person is a member. LANS TO WHICH SUBSECTION APPLIES ‘‘(B) TIME FOR PAYMENT OF INSTALL- amount equal to 3 times the sum of the ad- ‘‘(2) P .— MENTS.— justed disbursements from the plan for the 12 This subsection shall apply to a CSEC plan months ending on the last day of such quar- for any plan year for which the funded cur- ter. rent liability percentage of such plan is less ‘‘In the case of the following re- The due date is: quired installments: ‘‘(II) SPECIAL RULE.—If the amount deter- than 100 percent. This subsection shall not mined under subclause (I) exceeds an amount apply to any plan to which section 4021 of the 1st ...... April 15 equal to 2 times the sum of the adjusted dis- Employee Retirement Income Security Act 2nd ...... July 15 bursements from the plan for the 36 months of 1974 does not apply (as such section is in 3rd ...... October 15 ending on the last day of the quarter and an effect on the date of the enactment of the 4th ...... January 15 of the enrolled actuary certifies to the satisfaction Retirement Protection Act of 1994). following year. of the Secretary that such excess is the re- ‘‘(3) AMOUNT OF LIEN.—For purposes of ‘‘(4) AMOUNT OF REQUIRED INSTALLMENT.— sult of nonrecurring circumstances, the base paragraph (1), the amount of the lien shall be For purposes of this subsection— amount with respect to such quarter shall be equal to the aggregate unpaid balance of re- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The amount of any re- determined without regard to amounts re- quired installments and other payments re- quired installment shall be 25 percent of the lated to those nonrecurring circumstances. quired under this section (including inter- required annual payment. ‘‘(iii) DISBURSEMENTS FROM THE PLAN.—The est)— ‘‘(B) REQUIRED ANNUAL PAYMENT.—For pur- term ‘disbursements from the plan’ means ‘‘(A) for plan years beginning after 1987, poses of subparagraph (A), the term ‘required all disbursements from the trust, including and annual payment’ means the lesser of— purchases of annuities, payments of single ‘‘(B) for which payment has not been made ‘‘(i) 90 percent of the amount required to be sums and other benefits, and administrative before the due date. contributed to or under the plan by the em- expenses. ‘‘(4) NOTICE OF FAILURE; LIEN.— ployer for the plan year under section 412 ‘‘(iv) ADJUSTED DISBURSEMENTS.—The term ‘‘(A) NOTICE OF FAILURE.—A person com- (without regard to any waiver under sub- ‘adjusted disbursements’ means disburse- mitting a failure described in paragraph (1) section (c) thereof), or ments from the plan reduced by the product shall notify the Pension Benefit Guaranty ‘‘(ii) 100 percent of the amount so required of— Corporation of such failure within 10 days of for the preceding plan year. ‘‘(I) the plan’s funded current liability per- the due date for the required installment or Clause (ii) shall not apply if the preceding centage for the plan year, and other payment. plan year was not a year of 12 months. ‘‘(II) the sum of the purchases of annuities, ‘‘(B) PERIOD OF LIEN.—The lien imposed by ‘‘(5) LIQUIDITY REQUIREMENT.— payments of single sums, and such other dis- paragraph (1) shall arise on the due date for

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Such lien shall shall periodically (at least every 5 years) re- ‘‘(j) FUNDING RESTORATION STATUS.—Not- continue to run without regard to whether view any tables in effect under this sub- such plan continues to be described in para- section and shall, to the extent the Sec- withstanding any other provisions of this graph (2) during the period referred to in the retary determines necessary, by regulation section— preceding sentence. update the tables to reflect the actual expe- ‘‘(1) NORMAL COST PAYMENT.— ‘‘(C) CERTAIN RULES TO APPLY.—Any rience of pension plans and projected trends ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—In the case of a CSEC amount with respect to which a lien is im- in such experience. plan that is in funding restoration status for posed under paragraph (1) shall be treated as ‘‘(C) SEPARATE MORTALITY TABLES FOR THE a plan year, for purposes of section 412, the taxes due and owing the United States and DISABLED.—Notwithstanding subparagraph term ‘accumulated funding deficiency’ rules similar to the rules of subsections (c), (B)— means, for such plan year, the greater of— (d), and (e) of section 4068 of the Employee ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—In the case of plan years ‘‘(i) the amount described in subsection (a), Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 shall beginning after December 31, 1995, the Sec- or apply with respect to a lien imposed by sub- retary shall establish mortality tables which ‘‘(ii) the excess of the normal cost of the section (a) and the amount with respect to may be used (in lieu of the tables under sub- plan for the plan year over the amount actu- such lien. paragraph (B)) to determine current liability ally contributed to or under the plan for the ‘‘(5) ENFORCEMENT.—Any lien created under this subsection for individuals who are plan year. under paragraph (1) may be perfected and en- entitled to benefits under the plan on ac- ‘‘(B) NORMAL COST.—In the case of a CSEC forced only by the Pension Benefit Guaranty count of disability. The Secretary shall es- plan that uses a spread gain funding method, Corporation, or at the direction of the Pen- tablish separate tables for individuals whose for purposes of this subsection, the term sion Benefit Guaranty Corporation, by any disabilities occur in plan years beginning be- ‘normal cost’ means normal cost as deter- contributing employer (or any member of fore January 1, 1995, and for individuals mined under the entry age normal funding the controlled group of the contributing em- whose disabilities occur in plan years begin- method. ployer). ning on or after such date. ‘‘(2) PLAN AMENDMENTS.—In the case of a ‘‘(6) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this sub- ‘‘(ii) SPECIAL RULE FOR DISABILITIES OCCUR- CSEC plan that is in funding restoration sta- section— RING AFTER 1994.—In the case of disabilities tus for a plan year, no amendment to such ‘‘(A) DUE DATE; REQUIRED INSTALLMENT.— occurring in plan years beginning after De- plan may take effect during such plan year if The terms ‘due date’ and ‘required install- cember 31, 1994, the tables under clause (i) such amendment has the effect of increasing ment’ have the meanings given such terms shall apply only with respect to individuals liabilities of the plan by means of increases by subsection (f), except that in the case of described in such subclause who are disabled in benefits, establishment of new benefits, a payment other than a required install- within the meaning of title II of the Social changing the rate of benefit accrual, or ment, the due date shall be the date such Security Act and the regulations thereunder. changing the rate at which benefits become payment is required to be made under this ‘‘(4) CERTAIN SERVICE DISREGARDED.— nonforfeitable. This paragraph shall not section. ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—In the case of a partici- apply to any plan amendment that is re- ‘‘(B) CONTROLLED GROUP.—The term ‘con- pant to whom this paragraph applies, only quired to comply with any applicable law. trolled group’ means any group treated as a the applicable percentage of the years of This paragraph shall cease to apply with re- single employer under subsections (b), (c), service before such individual became a par- spect to any plan year, effective as of the (m), and (o) of section 414. ticipant shall be taken into account in com- first day of the plan year (or if later, the ef- ‘‘(h) CURRENT LIABILITY.—For purposes of puting the current liability of the plan. fective date of the amendment) upon pay- this section— ‘‘(B) APPLICABLE PERCENTAGE.—For pur- ment by the plan sponsor of a contribution ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘current liabil- poses of this subparagraph, the applicable to the plan (in addition to any contribution ity’ means all liabilities to employees and percentage shall be determined as follows: required under this section without regard to their beneficiaries under the plan. this paragraph) in an amount equal to the ‘‘(2) TREATMENT OF UNPREDICTABLE CONTIN- ‘‘If the years of participation The applicable increase in the funding liability of the plan are: percentage is: GENT EVENT BENEFITS.— attributable to the plan amendment. ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of para- 1 ...... 20 ‘‘(3) FUNDING RESTORATION PLAN.—The graph (1), any unpredictable contingent 2 ...... 40 sponsor of a CSEC plan shall establish a event benefit shall not be taken into account 3 ...... 60 written funding restoration plan within 180 until the event on which the benefit is con- 4 ...... 80 days of the receipt by the plan sponsor of a tingent occurs. 5 or more ...... 100. certification from the plan actuary that the ‘‘(B) UNPREDICTABLE CONTINGENT EVENT ‘‘(C) PARTICIPANTS TO WHOM PARAGRAPH AP- plan is in funding restoration status for a BENEFIT.—The term ‘unpredictable contin- PLIES.—This subparagraph shall apply to any plan year. Such funding restoration plan gent event benefit’ means any benefit con- participant who, at the time of becoming a shall consist of actions that are calculated, tingent on an event other than— participant— based on reasonably anticipated experience ‘‘(i) age, service, compensation, death, or ‘‘(i) has not accrued any other benefit and reasonable actuarial assumptions, to in- disability, or under any defined benefit plan (whether or crease the plan’s funded percentage to 100 ‘‘(ii) an event which is reasonably and reli- not terminated) maintained by the employer percent over a period that is not longer than ably predictable (as determined by the Sec- or a member of the same controlled group of the greater of 7 years or the shortest amount retary). which the employer is a member, of time practicable. Such funding restora- ‘‘(3) INTEREST RATE AND MORTALITY AS- ‘‘(ii) who first becomes a participant under tion plan shall take into account contribu- SUMPTIONS USED.— the plan in a plan year beginning after De- tions required under this section (without re- ‘‘(A) INTEREST RATE.—The rate of interest cember 31, 1987, and gard to this paragraph). If a plan remains in used to determine current liability under ‘‘(iii) has years of service greater than the funding restoration status for 2 or more this section shall be the third segment rate minimum years of service necessary for eli- years, such funding restoration plan shall be determined under section 430(h)(2)(C). gibility to participate in the plan. updated each year after the 1st such year ‘‘(B) MORTALITY TABLES.— ‘‘(D) ELECTION.—An employer may elect within 180 days of receipt by the plan sponsor ‘‘(i) SECRETARIAL AUTHORITY.—The Sec- not to have this subparagraph apply. Such an of a certification from the plan actuary that retary may by regulation prescribe mor- election, once made, may be revoked only the plan remains in funding restoration sta- tality tables to be used in determining cur- with the consent of the Secretary. tus for the plan year. rent liability under this subsection. Such ta- ‘‘(i) FUNDED CURRENT LIABILITY PERCENT- ‘‘(4) ANNUAL CERTIFICATION BY PLAN ACTU- bles shall be based upon the actual experi- AGE.—For purposes of this section, the term ARY.—Not later than the 90th day of each ence of pension plans and projected trends in ‘funded current liability percentage’ means, plan year of a CSEC plan, the plan actuary such experience. In prescribing such tables, with respect to any plan year, the percent- shall certify to the plan sponsor whether or the Secretary shall take into account results age which— not the plan is in funding restoration status

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for the plan year, based on the plan’s funded (1) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (2) of section serting ‘‘multiemployer plans or CSEC percentage as of the beginning of the plan 412(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is plans’’. year. For this purpose, the actuary may con- amended by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of sub- (5) LIQUIDITY SHORTFALLS.— clusively rely on an estimate of— paragraph (B), by striking the period at the (A) IN GENERAL.—Subparagraph (A) of sec- ‘‘(A) the plan’s funding liability, based on end of subparagraph (C) and inserting ‘‘, tion 401(a)(32) of such Code is amended by the funding liability of the plan for the pre- and’’, and by inserting at the end thereof the striking ‘‘430(j)(4)’’ each place it appears and ceding plan year and on reasonable actuarial following new subparagraph: inserting ‘‘430(j)(4) or 433(f)(5)’’. estimates, assumptions, and methods, and ‘‘(D) in the case of a CSEC plan, the em- (B) PERIOD OF SHORTFALL.—Subparagraph ‘‘(B) the amount of any contributions rea- ployers make contributions to or under the (C) of section 401(a)(32) of such Code is sonably anticipated to be made for the pre- plan for any plan year which, in the aggre- amended by striking ‘‘430(j)(3) by reason of ceding plan year. gate, are sufficient to ensure that the plan section 430(j)(4)(A) thereof’’ and inserting Contributions described in subparagraph (B) does not have an accumulated funding defi- ‘‘430(j)(3) or 433(f) by reason of section ciency under section 433 as of the end of the shall be taken into account in determining 430(j)(4)(A) or 433(f)(5), respectively’’. plan year.’’. the plan’s funded percentage as of the begin- (6) DEDUCTION LIMITS.—Subsection (o) of (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.—Section 412 ning of the plan year. section 404 of such Code is amended by add- of such Code is amended— ‘‘(5) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this sub- ing at the end the following new paragraph: section— (A) by striking ‘‘multiemployer plan’’ in paragraph (A) of subsection (a)(2), in clause ‘‘(8) CSEC PLANS.—Solely for purposes of ‘‘(A) FUNDING RESTORATION STATUS.—A this subsection, a CSEC plan shall be treated CSEC plan shall be treated as in funding res- (i) of subsection (c)(1)(B), the first place it appears in clause (i) of subsection (c)(1)(A), as though section 430 applied to such plan toration status for a plan year if the plan’s and the minimum required contribution for funded percentage as of the beginning of and the last place it appears in paragraph (2) any plan year shall be the amount described such plan year is less than 80 percent. of subsection (d), and inserting ‘‘multiem- in section 412(a)(2)(D).’’. ‘‘(B) FUNDED PERCENTAGE.—The term ‘fund- ployer plan or a CSEC plan’’, (7) SECTION 420.—Paragraph (5) of section ed percentage’ means the ratio (expressed as (B) by striking ‘‘430(j)’’ in paragraph (1) of 420(e) of such Code is amended by striking a percentage) which— subsection (b) and inserting ‘‘430(j) or under ‘‘section 430’’ each place it appears and in- ‘‘(i) the value of plan assets (as determined section 433(f)’’, serting ‘‘sections 430 and 433’’. under subsection (c)(2)), bears to (C)(i) by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of (8) COORDINATION WITH SECTION 4971.— ‘‘(ii) the plan’s funding liability. clause (i) of subsection (c)(1)(B), (A) Subsection (a) of section 4971 of such ‘‘(C) FUNDING LIABILITY.—The term ‘fund- (ii) by striking the period at the end of Code is amended by striking ‘‘and’’ at the ing liability’ for a plan year means the clause (ii) of subsection (c)(1)(B) and insert- end of paragraph (1), by striking the period present value of all benefits accrued or ing ‘‘, and’’, and at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ‘‘, earned under the plan as of the beginning of (iii) by inserting the following new clause the plan year, based on the assumptions used after clause (ii) of subsection (c)(1)(B): and’’, and by adding at the end thereof the by the plan pursuant to this section, includ- ‘‘(iii) in the case of a CSEC plan, the fund- following new paragraph: ing the interest rate described in subsection ing standard account shall be credited under ‘‘(3) in the case of a CSEC plan, 10 percent (b)(5)(A) (without regard to subsection section 433(b)(3)(C) with the amount of the of the CSEC accumulated funding deficiency waived funding deficiency and such amount (b)(5)(B)). as of the end of the plan year ending with or shall be amortized as required under section ‘‘(D) SPREAD GAIN FUNDING METHOD.—The within the taxable year.’’. 433(b)(2)(C).’’, term ‘spread gain funding method’ has the (B) Subsection (b) of section 4971 of such (D) by striking ‘‘under paragraph (1)’’ in meaning given such term under rules and Code is amended— clause (i) of subsection (c)(4)(A) and insert- forms issued by the Secretary. (i) by striking ‘‘or’’ at the end of paragraph ing ‘‘under paragraph (1) or for granting an ‘‘(E) PLAN SPONSOR.—The term ‘plan spon- (1), by adding ‘‘or’’ at the end of paragraph extension under section 433(d)’’, sor’ means, with respect to a CSEC plan, the (2), and by inserting immediately after para- (E) by striking ‘‘waiver under this sub- association, committee, joint board of trust- graph (2) the following new paragraph: section’’ in subparagraph (B) of subsection ees, or other similar group of representatives ‘‘(3) a tax is imposed under subsection (c)(4) and inserting ‘‘waiver under this sub- of the parties who establish or maintain the (a)(3) on any CSEC accumulated funding de- section or an extension under 433(d)’’, ficiency and the CSEC accumulated funding plan.’’. (F) by striking ‘‘waiver or modification’’ in (b) CSEC PLANS.—Section 413 of the Inter- deficiency is not corrected within the tax- subclause (I) of subsection (c)(4)(B)(i) and in- able period,’’, and nal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by add- serting ‘‘waiver, modification, or extension’’, ing at the end the following new subsection: (ii) by striking ‘‘minimum required con- (G) by striking ‘‘waivers’’ in the heading of tributions or accumulated funding defi- ‘‘(d) CSEC PLANS.—Notwithstanding any subsection (c)(4)(C) and of clause (ii) of sub- ciency’’ and inserting ‘‘minimum required other provision of this section, in the case of section (c)(4)(C) and inserting ‘‘waivers or contribution, accumulated funding defi- a CSEC plan— extensions’’, ciency, or CSEC accumulated funding defi- ‘‘(1) FUNDING.—The requirements of section (H) by striking ‘‘section 431(d)’’ in subpara- ciency’’. 412 shall be determined as if all participants graph (A) of subsection (c)(7) and in para- (C) Subsection (c) of section 4971 of such in the plan were employed by a single em- graph (2) of subsection (d) and inserting ‘‘sec- ployer. tion 431(d) or section 433(d)’’, Code is amended— ‘‘(2) APPLICATION OF PROVISIONS.—Para- (I) by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of sub- (i) by striking ‘‘accumulated funding defi- graphs (1), (2), (3), and (5) of subsection (c) clause (I) of subsection (c)(4)(C)(i) and insert- ciency’’ each place it appears in paragraph shall apply. ing ‘‘or the accumulated funding deficiency (2) and inserting ‘‘accumulated funding defi- ‘‘(3) DEDUCTION LIMITATIONS.—Each appli- under section 433, whichever is applicable,’’, ciency or CSEC accumulated funding defi- cable limitation provided by section 404(a) (J) by striking ‘‘430(e)(2),’’ in subclause (II) ciency’’, shall be determined as if all participants in of subsection (c)(4)(C)(i) and inserting (ii) by striking ‘‘accumulated funding defi- the plan were employed by a single em- ‘‘430(e)(2) or 433(b)(2)(C), whichever is appli- ciency or unpaid minimum required con- ployer. The amounts contributed to or under cable, and’’, tribution’’ each place it appears in paragraph the plan by each employer who maintains (K) by adding immediately after subclause (3) and inserting ‘‘accumulated funding defi- the plan (for the portion of the taxable year (II) of subsection (c)(4)(C)(i) the following ciency, CSEC accumulated funding defi- included within a plan year) shall be consid- new subclause: ciency, or unpaid minimum required con- ered not to exceed such applicable limitation ‘‘(III) the total amounts not paid by reason tribution’’, and if the anticipated employer contributions for of an extension in effect under section (iii) by adding at the end the following new such plan year of all employers (determined 433(d),’’, and paragraph: in a reasonable manner not inconsistent (L) by striking ‘‘for waivers of’’ in clause ‘‘(5) CSEC ACCUMULATED FUNDING DEFI- with regulations prescribed by the Sec- (ii) of subsection (c)(4)(C) and inserting ‘‘for CIENCY.—The term ‘CSEC accumulated fund- retary) do not exceed such limitation. If such waivers or extensions with respect to’’. ing deficiency’ means the accumulated fund- anticipated contributions exceed such limi- (3) BENEFIT RESTRICTIONS.— ing deficiency determined under section tation, the portion of each such employer’s (A) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (29) of section 433.’’. contributions which is not deductible under 401(a) of such Code is amended by striking (D) Paragraph (1) of section 4971(d) of such section 404 shall be determined in accordance ‘‘multiemployer plan’’ and inserting ‘‘multi- Code is amended by striking ‘‘accumulated with regulations prescribed by the Sec- employer plan or a CSEC plan’’. funding deficiency or unpaid minimum re- retary. (B) CONFORMING CHANGE.—Subsection (a) of quired contribution’’ and inserting ‘‘accumu- ‘‘(4) ALLOCATIONS.—Allocations of amounts section 436 of such Code is amended by strik- lated funding deficiency, CSEC accumulated under paragraph (3) and subsection (c)(5) ing ‘‘single-employer plan’’ and inserting funding deficiency, or unpaid minimum re- among the employers maintaining the plan ‘‘single-employer plan (other than a CSEC quired contribution’’. shall not be inconsistent with the regula- plan)’’. (E) Subsection (f) of section 4971 of such tions prescribed for this purpose by the Sec- (4) BENEFIT INCREASES.—Subparagraph (C) Code is amended— retary.’’. of section 401(a)(33) of such Code is amended (i) by striking ‘‘430(j)(4)’’ in paragraph (1) (c) SEPARATE RULES FOR CSEC PLANS.— by striking ‘‘multiemployer plans’’ and in- and inserting ‘‘430(j)(4) or 433(f)’’,

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24MR7.018 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2588 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 24, 2014 (ii) by striking ‘‘430(j)’’ in paragraph (1)(B) GENERAL LEAVE this bill, some Christian schools or and inserting ‘‘430(j) or 433(f), whichever is Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Madam some United Way chapters across the applicable’’, and Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that Nation will be forced to meet costly (iii) by striking ‘‘412(m)(5)’’ in paragraph all Members may have 5 legislative regulations directed toward at-risk, (3)(A) and inserting ‘‘430(j) or 433(f), which- ever is applicable’’. days in which to revise and extend single-employer plans. (9) EXCISE TAX ON FAILURE TO ADOPT FUND- their remarks on H.R. 4275. Madam Speaker, forcing charities to ING RESTORATION PLAN.—Section 4971 of such The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there overfund their already solvent plans is Code is amended by redesignating subsection objection to the request of the gentle- not only wrong from an actuarial (h) as subsection (i), and by inserting after woman from Indiana? standpoint, but from a moral one, as subsection (g) the following new subsection: There was no objection. well. For instance, Jewish Federations ‘‘(h) FAILURE OF A CSEC PLAN SPONSOR TO Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Madam across the United States don’t need- ADOPT FUNDING RESTORATION PLAN.— Speaker, I yield myself such time as I lessly overfund their pensions when ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—In the case of a CSEC may consume. that money could be going to their plan that is in funding restoration status I rise in support of H.R. 4275, the Co- mission of providing urgent support for (within the meaning of section 433(j)(5)(A)), operative and Small Employer Charity there is hereby imposed a tax on the failure Jews in Ukraine or possibly helping of such plan to adopt a funding restoration Pension Flexibility Act. Holocaust survivors age with dignity. plan within the time prescribed under sec- Madam Speaker, like most Members These are the types of consequences tion 433(j)(3). of this body, I meet with charities, that are going to take place if we don’t ‘‘(2) AMOUNT OF TAX.—The amount of the schools, and cooperatives throughout pass this bill. tax imposed under paragraph (1) with respect my district on a routine basis when I And subjecting rural telecom compa- to any plan sponsor for any taxable year am back home in Indiana. I often ask nies to PPA rules would force them to shall be the amount equal to $100 multiplied them what Washington can do to facili- shift funds from critical services and by the number of days during the taxable tate their mission or ask about the ob- hurt their ability to provide pension year which are included in the period begin- stacles that they face when trying to ning on the day following the close of the benefits to their current workers. 180-day period described in section 433(j)(3) serve their communities. To my sur- Our bill injects certainty and sensi- and ending on the day on which the funding prise, frequently over this past year, bility into the multiple-employer pen- restoration plan is adopted. their answers revolve around the un- sion world by simply allowing plans ‘‘(3) WAIVER BY SECRETARY.—In the case of certainty and the burden of their pen- that are already exempted from the a failure described in paragraph (1) which the sion funding requirements. PPA the flexibility to stay excluded Secretary determines is due to reasonable This was somewhat of a shock to me, permanently or elect into the PPA cause and not to willful neglect, the Sec- but I soon found out that some char- structure if they wish to do so. That is retary may waive a portion or all of the tax ities, schools, and cooperatives are ac- imposed by such paragraph. why it is called ‘‘flexibility.’’ tually shutting down summer camps, ‘‘(4) LIABILITY FOR TAX.—The tax imposed This bill helps cooperatives, schools, by paragraph (1) shall be paid by the plan cutting back on services to the commu- and charities do what they do best: sponsor (within the meaning of section nity, or raising prices just to meet provide quality services that enrich 433(j)(5)(E)).’’. their pension obligations. And for our communities and our lives. This is (10) REPORTING.— what? To protect the Pension Benefit something that government cannot do, (A) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (2) of section Guaranty Corporation because their and it is something we need to help fa- 6059(b) of such Code is amended by striking plans are unsustainable or under- cilitate. ‘‘430,’’ and inserting ‘‘430, the accumulated funded? No. It is because they will soon funding deficiency under section 433,’’. I urge all of our colleagues to support be lumped into more onerous funding (B) ASSUMPTIONS.—Subparagraph (B) of the Cooperative and Small Employer section 6059(b)(3) of such Code is amended by requirements found in the Pension Pro- Charity Pension Flexibility Act, and I striking ‘‘430(h)(1) or 431(c)(3)’’ and inserting tection Act, known as the PPA, and are reserve the balance of my time. ‘‘430(h)(1), 431(c)(3), or 433(c)(3)’’. making decisions today that reflect Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. SEC. 203. ELECTION NOT TO BE TREATED AS A that assumption. Madam Speaker, I yield myself such CSEC PLAN. In fact, Congress has already exempt- time as I may consume (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 414(y) of the In- ed these organizations and found that (Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California ternal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by sec- multiple employer cooperative and asked and was given permission to re- tion 201, is amended by adding at the end the charity plans have unique missions, vise and extend his remarks.) following new paragraph: limited participation, and sufficient Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. ‘‘(3) ELECTION.— precautionary safeguards, and that, by Madam Speaker, I want to thank the ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—If a plan falls within the design, pose little risk that they will chairman of the committee for bring- definition of a CSEC plan under this sub- section (without regard to this paragraph), be unable to pay benefits in the future. ing this bill to the floor and for Con- such plan shall be a CSEC plan unless the Unfortunately, this exemption is set gresswoman BROOKS’ explanation of plan sponsor elects not later than the close to expire soon and will require pension this legislation, the Cooperative and of the first plan year of the plan beginning providers to unnecessarily overfund Small Employer Charity Pension after December 31, 2013, not to be treated as their plans, rather than using those Flexibility Act. a CSEC plan. An election under the pre- funds to support services to our com- As she has detailed, this is a small ceding sentence shall take effect for such munities. piece of legislation, but a very impor- plan year and, once made, may be revoked If this were allowed to happen, the tant piece of legislation to the exist- only with the consent of the Secretary. results could be catastrophic. For in- ence of these plans and also to the pri- ‘‘(B) SPECIAL RULE.—If a plan described in subparagraph (A) is treated as a CSEC plan, stance, in my home State of Indiana, orities of the nonprofits that support section 104 of the Pension Protection Act of rural electric cooperatives alone could those plans and the work that they do 2006, as amended by the Preservation of Ac- be forced to needlessly increase their in our communities. And what has be- cess to Care for Medicare Beneficiaries and pension contributions by up to 50 per- come clear is that we need this con- Pension Relief Act of 2010, shall cease to cent, costing them $12.7 million a year gressional action because the tem- apply to such plan as of the first date as of and adversely affecting over 1,800 em- porary exemption is going to expire, which such plan is treated as a CSEC plan.’’. ployees in Indiana alone. and that would cause a hardship that (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment Now, it is no secret that the PBGC is Congresswoman BROOKS has laid out. made by this section shall apply as of the facing significant problems that re- Without these changes, these plans, date of enactment of this Act. quire a comprehensive solution, and I known as CSEC plans, will be forced to The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- applaud Dr. ROE, Chairman KLINE, and comply with Pension Protection Act ant to the rule, the gentlewoman from Ranking Member MILLER for their funding rules, and many small, non- Indiana (Mrs. BROOKS) and the gen- leadership on this issue. The bill, how- profit employers will be unable to con- tleman from California (Mr. GEORGE ever, only affects 30 plans and just over tinue to provide those pension benefits. MILLER) each will control 20 minutes. 127,000 active employees, and the very This legislation ensures that char- The Chair recognizes the gentle- design of the plan shelters the PBGC ities and cooperative associations will woman from Indiana. from almost all risk. However, without continue to be able to provide quality

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24MR7.018 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2589 pension benefits to their employees by about this issue. Without his work, we cated at 232 Southwest Johnson Avenue implementing pension funding rules would not be here today, and I thank in Burleson, Texas, as the ‘‘Sergeant that reflect the unique design of their him for his passion and his expertise on William Moody Post Office Building’’, plans. this difficult subject. on which the yeas and nays were or- H.R. 4275 is supported by a wide vari- Congress faces many difficult chal- dered. ety of charitable organizations from lenges, but the fact that we can come The Clerk read the title of the bill. across the country, including the together in a bipartisan way to craft The SPEAKER pro tempore. The United Way Worldwide and Girl Scouts solutions for our country should be the question is on the motion offered by of America and many others, and I norm and not the exception for this the gentleman from Texas (Mr. would urge our colleagues to support body. I hope this will set an example FARENTHOLD) that the House suspend this legislation so that we can make for what we can accomplish when we the rules and pass the bill. sure that these plans can continue to put partisan bickering aside. I know The vote was taken by electronic de- provide the benefits for their employ- there are other pressing issues we can vice, and there were—yeas 398, nays 0, ees but also provide the services to work on together to move our Nation not voting 33, as follows: their communities. forward. [Roll No. 136] With that, I yield back the balance of In closing, I would just encourage my YEAS—398 my time. colleagues to support this common- Aderholt Davis (CA) Herrera Beutler Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. I yield as sense bill that will save taxpayers Amash Davis, Danny Higgins much time as he might consume to the money, enhance communities across Amodei Davis, Rodney Himes gentleman from Minnesota (Mr. America, and encourages co-ops and so Bachmann DeFazio Holding Bachus DeGette Honda LINE K ). many charities to continue to provide Barber Delaney Horsford Mr. KLINE. I thank the gentlelady. their employees with economic secu- Barletta DeLauro Hoyer Madam Speaker, I rise in support of rity in retirement. Barr DelBene Hudson H.R. 4275. I want to thank my col- Barrow (GA) Denham Huelskamp I yield back the balance of my time. Barton Dent Huffman league, Representative SUSAN BROOKS, The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Bass DeSantis Huizenga (MI) for sponsoring the legislation and for question is on the motion offered by Beatty DesJarlais Hultgren her work on this important issue, and the gentlewoman from Indiana (Mrs. Becerra Deutch Hunter my friend and colleague, Mr. MILLER, Bentivolio Diaz-Balart Hurt BROOKS) that the House suspend the Bera (CA) Dingell Israel for his strong support. rules and pass the bill, H.R. 4275. Bilirakis Doggett Issa In recent years, Congress provided a The question was taken; and (two- Bishop (GA) Doyle Jackson Lee limited number of charities and eligi- Bishop (NY) Duffy Jeffries thirds being in the affirmative) the Bishop (UT) Duncan (SC) Jenkins ble cooperatives temporary exemption rules were suspended and the bill was Black Duncan (TN) Johnson (GA) from Federal pension requirements. passed. Blackburn Edwards Johnson (OH) Our intent was to offer relief to those A motion to reconsider was laid on Blumenauer Ellison Johnson, E. B. who faced unsustainable pension obli- Bonamici Ellmers Johnson, Sam the table. Boustany Engel Jolly gations. It is now time to provide the f Brady (PA) Enyart Jones certainty and flexibility necessary to Braley (IA) Eshoo Jordan plan for the future. RECESS Bridenstine Esty Joyce Without that certainty, important Brooks (AL) Farenthold Kaptur The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Brooks (IN) Farr Keating organizations, such as the Girl Scouts ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair Brown (FL) Fattah Kelly (IL) of Minnesota and Wisconsin River Val- declares the House in recess until ap- Buchanan Fincher Kelly (PA) leys, would have to cut back services Bucshon Fitzpatrick Kennedy proximately 6:30 today. Burgess Fleischmann Kildee and support fewer young women. With- Accordingly (at 5 o’clock and 25 min- Bustos Fleming Kilmer out that certainty, farmers would face utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. Butterfield Flores Kind the prospect of raising food and dairy Byrne Forbes King (IA) prices to help make ends meet. With- f Calvert Fortenberry King (NY) Cantor Foster Kinzinger (IL) out that certainty, religious charities b 1830 Capito Foxx Kirkpatrick would be hampered in their ability to Capps Frankel (FL) Kline AFTER RECESS serve local communities. And without Capuano Franks (AZ) Kuster The recess having expired, the House Ca´ rdenas Frelinghuysen Labrador that certainty, Madam Speaker, utility Carney Fudge LaMalfa companies providing electricity to was called to order by the Speaker pro Carson (IN) Gabbard Lamborn homes and businesses would have to tempore (Mr. COLLINS of Georgia) at Cartwright Gallego Lance consider raising rates just to meet 6:30 p.m. Cassidy Garamendi Langevin Castor (FL) Garcia Lankford their pension obligations. f Castro (TX) Gardner Larsen (WA) That is precisely the reality we now Chabot Garrett Larson (CT) ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER confront. We have a duty to enact re- Chaffetz Gerlach Latham PRO TEMPORE Chu Gibbs Latta sponsible rules that provide certainty Cicilline Gibson Lee (CA) and protect the pension benefits of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Clark (MA) Gohmert Levin workers and retirees. The bill before us ant to clause 8 of rule XX, proceedings Clarke (NY) Goodlatte Lewis today is an attempt to do just that. will resume on motions to suspend the Clay Gosar Lipinski rules previously postponed. Cleaver Gowdy LoBiondo This bill would provide certain mul- Clyburn Granger Loebsack tiple-employer pension plans greater Votes will be taken in the following Coble Graves (GA) Lofgren flexibility to manage their obligations order: Coffman Graves (MO) Long H.R. 3060, by the yeas and nays; Cohen Grayson Lowenthal in a way that supports the goods and Cole Green, Al Lowey services their participants need to de- H.R. 1813, by the yeas and nays. Collins (GA) Green, Gene Lucas liver. The first electronic vote will be con- Collins (NY) Griffin (AR) Luetkemeyer Again, I want to thank my friend and ducted as a 15-minute vote. The re- Conaway Griffith (VA) Lujan Grisham maining electronic vote will be con- Connolly Grimm (NM) colleague, Mrs. BROOKS, for her leader- Conyers Guthrie Luja´ n, Ben Ray ship on this issue, and I urge my col- ducted as a 5-minute vote. Cook Hahn (NM) leagues to support the legislation. f Cooper Hall Lummis Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Madam Cotton Hanabusa Lynch Courtney Hanna Maffei Speaker, I yield myself the remainder SERGEANT WILLIAM MOODY POST OFFICE BUILDING Cramer Harper Maloney, of my time. Crawford Harris Carolyn I would like to thank my distin- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Crenshaw Hartzler Maloney, Sean Crowley Hastings (FL) Marino guished colleague from Wisconsin (Mr. finished business is the vote on the mo- Cuellar Hastings (WA) Massie KIND) for co-leading this important ef- tion to suspend the rules and pass the Culberson Heck (NV) Matheson fort with me. He has worked tirelessly bill (H.R. 3060) to designate the facility Cummings Heck (WA) Matsui in championing and raising awareness of the United States Postal Service lo- Daines Hensarling McAllister

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.030 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2590 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 24, 2014 McCarthy (CA) Pompeo Slaughter massive landslide, wiping out an entire Collins (GA) Huelskamp Napolitano McCaul Posey Smith (MO) neighborhood. At least eight lives have Collins (NY) Huffman Neal McClintock Price (GA) Smith (NE) Conaway Huizenga (MI) Negrete McLeod McCollum Price (NC) Smith (NJ) been lost already, with dozens and doz- Connolly Hultgren Neugebauer McDermott Quigley Smith (TX) ens more reported missing. The scale of Conyers Hunter Noem McGovern Rahall Smith (WA) damage and loss caused by this disaster Cook Hurt Nolan McHenry Rangel Cooper Israel Nugent Southerland is truly heartbreaking. McIntyre Reed Stewart Cotton Issa Nunes McKeon Reichert Stivers After spending time in the affected Courtney Jackson Lee Nunnelee McKinley Renacci Stockman communities and in local emergency Cramer Jeffries O’Rourke McMorris Ribble Stutzman Crawford Jenkins Owens Rodgers Rice (SC) command centers over the weekend, I Crenshaw Johnson (GA) Palazzo Swalwell (CA) am inspired by the spirit, courage, and McNerney Richmond Takano Crowley Johnson (OH) Pallone Meadows Rigell Terry cooperation of everyone in these com- Cuellar Johnson, E. B. Pascrell Meehan Roby Thompson (CA) munities. I have seen the bravery of all Culberson Johnson, Sam Paulsen Meeks Roe (TN) Cummings Thompson (MS) Jolly Payne Meng Rogers (AL) of our first responders who have risked Daines Jones Pearce Thompson (PA) Messer Rogers (KY) their own lives to save others and con- Davis (CA) Jordan Pelosi Tiberi Mica Rogers (MI) Davis, Danny Joyce Perlmutter Tierney tinue to do so selflessly. Michaud Rokita Davis, Rodney Kaptur Perry Tipton Miller (FL) Rooney As search and rescue efforts con- DeFazio Keating Peters (CA) Titus Miller (MI) Ros-Lehtinen tinue, tonight I ask my colleagues and DeGette Kelly (IL) Peters (MI) Tonko Miller, George Roskam Delaney Kelly (PA) Peterson Turner those around the country to keep the Moore Ross DeLauro Kennedy Petri Upton victims, their families, and all those Mullin Rothfus DelBene Kildee Pittenger Valadao Mulvaney Royce affected by this tragedy in your Denham Kilmer Pitts Murphy (FL) Ruiz Van Hollen thoughts and prayers. Dent Kind Pocan Vargas Murphy (PA) Runyan Mr. Speaker, my colleagues from the DeSantis King (IA) Poe (TX) Nadler Ruppersberger Veasey DesJarlais King (NY) Pompeo Napolitano Ryan (OH) Vela Washington delegation and I ask the Deutch Kinzinger (IL) Posey ´ Neal Ryan (WI) Velazquez House to observe a moment of silence Diaz-Balart Kirkpatrick Price (GA) Negrete McLeod Salmon Wagner in honor of all those that we have lost. Dingell Kline Price (NC) Walberg Neugebauer Sa´ nchez, Linda The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Doggett Kuster Quigley Noem T. Walden Doyle Labrador Rahall Nolan Sanchez, Loretta Walorski House will now observe a moment of si- Duffy LaMalfa Rangel Nugent Sanford Walz lence. Duncan (SC) Lamborn Reed Nunes Sarbanes Wasserman Duncan (TN) Lance Reichert Nunnelee Scalise Schultz f Edwards Langevin Renacci O’Rourke Schakowsky Waters Ellmers Lankford Ribble Owens Schiff Waxman b 1900 Engel Larsen (WA) Rice (SC) Palazzo Schneider Weber (TX) Enyart Larson (CT) Richmond Pallone Schock Webster (FL) Eshoo Latham Rigell Pascrell Schrader Welch LANCE CORPORAL DANIEL NA- Esty Latta Roby Paulsen Schweikert Wenstrup THAN DEYARMIN POST OFFICE Farenthold Lee (CA) Roe (TN) Payne Scott (VA) Westmoreland BUILDING Farr Levin Rogers (AL) Pearce Scott, Austin Whitfield Fattah Lewis Rogers (KY) Pelosi Scott, David Williams The SPEAKER pro tempore. Without Fincher Lipinski Rogers (MI) Perlmutter Sensenbrenner Wilson (FL) objection, 5-minute voting will con- Fitzpatrick LoBiondo Rokita Perry Serrano Wilson (SC) tinue. Fleischmann Loebsack Rooney Peters (CA) Sessions Wittman Fleming Lofgren Ros-Lehtinen Peters (MI) Sewell (AL) Wolf There was no objection. Forbes Long Roskam Peterson Shea-Porter Womack The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Fortenberry Lowenthal Ross Petri Sherman Woodall finished business is the vote on the mo- Foster Lowey Rothfus Pittenger Shimkus Yoder Foxx Lucas Royce Pitts Shuster Yoho tion to suspend the rules and pass the Frankel (FL) Luetkemeyer Ruiz Pocan Sinema Young (AK) bill (H.R. 1813) to redesignate the facil- Franks (AZ) Lujan Grisham Runyan Poe (TX) Sires Young (IN) ity of the United States Postal Service Frelinghuysen (NM) Ruppersberger located at 162 Northeast Avenue in Fudge Luja´ n, Ben Ray Ryan (OH) NOT VOTING—33 Gabbard (NM) Ryan (WI) Benishek Gutie´rrez Polis Tallmadge, Ohio, as the ‘‘Lance Cor- Gallego Lummis Salmon Brady (TX) Hinojosa Rohrabacher poral Daniel Nathan Deyarmin Post Of- Garamendi Lynch Sa´ nchez, Linda Broun (GA) Holt Roybal-Allard fice Building’’, as amended, on which Garcia Maffei T. Brownley (CA) Kingston Rush the yeas and nays were ordered. Gardner Maloney, Sanchez, Loretta Camp Marchant Schwartz Garrett Carolyn Sanford Campbell McCarthy (NY) Simpson The Clerk read the title of the bill. Gerlach Maloney, Sean Sarbanes Carter Miller, Gary Speier The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Gibbs Marino Scalise Costa Moran Thornberry question is on the motion offered by Gibson Massie Schakowsky Duckworth Olson Tsongas Goodlatte Matheson Schiff Gingrey (GA) Pastor (AZ) Visclosky the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Gosar Matsui Schneider Grijalva Pingree (ME) Yarmuth FARENTHOLD) that the House suspend Gowdy McAllister Schock the rules and pass the bill, as amended. Granger McCarthy (CA) Schrader b 1857 Graves (GA) McCaul Schweikert This is a 5-minute vote. Graves (MO) McClintock Scott (VA) So (two-thirds being in the affirma- The vote was taken by electronic de- Grayson McCollum Scott, Austin tive) the rules were suspended and the vice, and there were—yeas 393, nays 0, Green, Al McDermott Scott, David bill was passed. not voting 38, as follows: Griffin (AR) McGovern Sensenbrenner Griffith (VA) McHenry Serrano The result of the vote was announced [Roll No. 137] Grimm McIntyre Sessions as above recorded. YEAS—393 Guthrie McKeon Sewell (AL) A motion to reconsider was laid on Hahn McKinley Shea-Porter Aderholt Blackburn Capuano the table. Hall McMorris Sherman Amash Blumenauer Carney Hanabusa Rodgers Shimkus f Amodei Bonamici Carson (IN) Hanna McNerney Shuster Bachmann Boustany Cartwright Harper Meadows Sinema MOMENT OF SILENCE IN MEMORY Bachus Brady (PA) Cassidy Harris Meehan Sires Barber Braley (IA) Castor (FL) OF THE VICTIMS OF THE MARCH Hartzler Meeks Slaughter Barletta Bridenstine Castro (TX) Hastings (FL) Meng Smith (MO) 22, 2014, LANDSLIDE IN WASH- Barr Brooks (AL) Chabot Hastings (WA) Messer Smith (NE) INGTON STATE Barrow (GA) Brooks (IN) Chaffetz Heck (NV) Mica Smith (NJ) Barton Brown (FL) Chu Heck (WA) Michaud Smith (TX) (Ms. DELBENE asked and was given Bass Buchanan Cicilline Hensarling Miller (FL) Smith (WA) permission to address the House for 1 Beatty Bucshon Clark (MA) Herrera Beutler Miller (MI) Southerland minute.) Becerra Burgess Clarke (NY) Higgins Miller, George Stewart Bentivolio Bustos Clay Himes Moore Stivers Ms. DELBENE. Mr. Speaker, this past Bera (CA) Butterfield Cleaver Holding Mullin Stockman Saturday morning, a devastating nat- Bilirakis Byrne Clyburn Honda Mulvaney Stutzman ural disaster struck near the towns of Bishop (GA) Calvert Coble Horsford Murphy (FL) Swalwell (CA) Bishop (NY) Cantor Coffman Oso and Darrington in Washington Hoyer Murphy (PA) Takano Bishop (UT) Capito Cohen Hudson Nadler Terry State, where a hillside collapsed in a Black Capps Cole

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24MR7.005 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2591 Thompson (CA) Vela Wenstrup have 5 legislative days within which to The United States of America owes Thompson (MS) Vela´ zquez Westmoreland Thompson (PA) Wagner Whitfield revise and extend their remarks and in- Lance Corporal Phillip Vinnedge a Tiberi Walberg Williams clude extraneous materials on the bill priceless debt that we will never be Tierney Walden Wilson (FL) under consideration. able to fully repay. Therefore, the least Tipton Walorski Wilson (SC) The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there I can do as a Representative of the Titus Walz Wittman Tonko Wasserman Wolf objection to the request of the gen- United States Congress, it is my honor Turner Schultz Womack tleman from California? to sponsor H.R. 2391, a bill that names Upton Waters Woodall There was no objection. the Cottleville Post Office after such a Valadao Waxman Yoder Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, it is my genuine, honest, and great young man Van Hollen Weber (TX) Yoho privilege to yield such time as she may Vargas Webster (FL) Young (AK) and by immortalizing a hero who gave Veasey Welch Young (IN) consume to the gentlelady from Mis- up his life serving a Nation he abso- souri (Mrs. WAGNER), the author of the NOT VOTING—38 lutely loved. I am proud that this legis- bill. lation will allow the inspiring story of Benishek Gohmert Pingree (ME) Mrs. WAGNER. I thank the chair- Brady (TX) Green, Gene Polis Phillip to continue to be told in Mis- Broun (GA) Grijalva man. souri’s Second District for a long, long Rohrabacher Mr. Speaker, today I rise in honor of Brownley (CA) Gutie´rrez Roybal-Allard time to come. Camp Hinojosa Rush a great American hero. Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Campbell Holt Schwartz On October 13, 2010, Missouri’s Sec- ´ Speaker, I yield myself such time as I Cardenas Kingston Simpson ond District lost a fearless young man Carter Marchant Speier may consume. Costa McCarthy (NY) when Lance Corporal Phillip Vinnedge Thornberry Mr. Speaker, as a member of the Duckworth Miller, Gary made the ultimate sacrifice for his Tsongas Committee on Oversight and Govern- Ellison Moran Visclosky country while serving valiantly during ment Reform, I am pleased to join my Flores Olson Operation Enduring Freedom in Gingrey (GA) Pastor (AZ) Yarmuth colleagues in the consideration of H.R. Helmand province, Afghanistan. 2391, a bill to designate the facility of 1908 b Phillip first decided to join the mili- the United States Postal Service lo- So (two-thirds being in the affirma- tary at the age of 10 after witnessing cated at 5323 Highway N in Cottleville, tive) the rules were suspended and the the tragic events of September 11, and Missouri, as the Lance Corporal Phillip bill, as amended, was passed. after graduating from Francis Howell Vinnedge Post Office. The result of the vote was announced Central High School in 2009, Phillip en- The measure before us was intro- as above recorded. listed in the United States Marine duced on June 14, 2013, by my col- The title was amended so as to read: Corps. league, Representative ANN WAGNER. In ‘‘A bill to redesignate the facility of To those who knew Phillip, his devo- accordance with the committee’s re- the United States Postal Service lo- tion to his country through service and quirements, the bill before us is co- cated at 162 Northeast Avenue in sacrifice came as no surprise. He was sponsored by all members of the Mis- Tallmadge, Ohio, as the ‘Lance Cor- always determined to protect family souri delegation. H.R. 2391 was reported poral Daniel Nathan Deyarmin, Jr., and friends and was a respected leader out of committee by unanimous con- Post Office Building’.’’. of humble, quiet, and kind nature who sent on March 12, 2014. A motion to reconsider was laid on never sought accolades or recognition After graduating from Francis How- the table. for his accomplishments. At the end of ell Central High School in 2009, Phillip the day, he was happy just reaching his attended Lewis & Clark Technical f own personal goals while serving and School for 2 years. Described as loving LANCE CORPORAL PHILLIP protecting the country that he loved. life and the challenges it presented, it VINNEDGE POST OFFICE b 1915 is no surprise that Phillip enlisted in Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I move to the United States Marine Corps. In addition to his military service, Phillip Vinnedge was assigned to the suspend the rules and pass the bill Phillip was an outstanding person. He (H.R. 2391) to designate the facility of 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine always sought exciting adventures and Division, 1st Marine Expeditionary the United States Postal Service lo- new opportunities, from being a Boy cated at 5323 Highway N in Cottleville, Force based at Camp Pendleton in Cali- Scout, an Order of the Arrow member, fornia. In September 2010, Lance Cor- Missouri as the ‘‘Lance Corporal Phil- a member of the trap shooting club, a lip Vinnedge Post Office’’. poral Vinnedge’s unit was deployed to wrestler, a welder, and a skydiver Afghanistan. Only a month later, he The Clerk read the title of the bill. among many other great things. There The text of the bill is as follows: was tragically killed on October 13, was no challenge that Phillip would 2010, as his unit was conducting combat H.R. 2391 back down from. It is for these fearless operations in the Helmand province re- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- and courageous servants like Phillip gion. resentatives of the United States of America in that we are able to know we are pro- While Lance Corporal Vinnedge will Congress assembled, tected and allowed to enjoy freedom always be remembered as a marine who SECTION 1. LANCE CORPORAL PHILLIP D. and liberty here at home. VINNEDGE POST OFFICE. proudly served his country, those who Phillip will be greatly missed by all know him best will forever remember (a) DESIGNATION.—The facility of the who knew him, but most of all by his United States Postal Service located at 5323 him for his courageous and competitive Highway N in Cottleville, Missouri, shall be family: his parents, David and Julie spirit. Lance Corporal Vinnedge leaves known and designated as the ‘‘Lance Cor- Vinnedge; and his brothers, Corey and behind his loving parents, Dave and poral Phillip Vinnedge Post Office’’. Jason. Julie Vinnedge, and two brothers, (b) REFERENCES.—Any references in a law, However, despite their grief, the Corey and Jason. map, regulation, document, paper, or other Vinnedges continue to work hard to Lance Corporal Vinnedge is the re- record of the United States to the facility re- honor the memory of Phillip. Phillip cipient of the Purple Heart, Combat ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to had always wanted to buy and restore be a reference to the ‘‘Lance Corporal Phillip Action Ribbon, National Defense Serv- an old 1950s pickup truck. Since he ice Medal, and the Global War on Ter- Vinnedge Post Office’’. never had the chance, his parents The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- rorism Service Medal. bought a 1951 Chevy and dedicated it to Mr. Speaker, I ask that we pass this ant to the rule, the gentleman from their son and other fallen marines. The bill to show honor and appreciation to California (Mr. ISSA) and the gen- images of the truck resemble events one of our fallen heroes. tleman from Illinois (Mr. DANNY K. from Phillip’s life and ideas that were Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance DAVIS) each will control 20 minutes. important to him. Julie and David of my time. The Chair recognizes the gentleman Vinnedge now use the truck to promote Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I want to from California. charities such as Toys for Tots, the comment just briefly, and I yield my- GENERAL LEAVE Missouri Military Memorial Founda- self such time as I may consume. Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- tion, and the Tragedy Assistance Pro- First of all, Lance Corporal Phillip mous consent that all Members may gram for Survivors. Vinnedge is among the very first postal

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(Mr. GARCIA asked and was given This particular lance corporal, in ad- f dition to being from Missouri, deployed permission to address the House for 1 HOBBY LOBBY V. SEBELIUS from Camp Pendleton in my district minute and to revise and extend his re- with the 1st Marine Expeditionary (Ms. FRANKEL of Florida asked and marks.) Force, a unit that has seen as a per- was given permission to address the Mr. GARCIA. Mr. Speaker, last week centage the greatest amount of losses House for 1 minute.) marked 1 month since Leopoldo Lopez of any unit in the theater of Afghani- Ms. FRANKEL of Florida. Mr. Speak- was unjustly arrested in Venezuela for stan or Iraq. The sacrifice of our ma- er, tomorrow is a big day for the his role in demonstrations against the rines in this conflict in Afghanistan women of this country. The United ineptitude of the Venezuelan Govern- with not a single body of water any- States Supreme Court will hear argu- ment. where around it says a great deal about ment in a case called Hobby Lobby v. Mr. Lopez is one of the best-known the new marines. Sebelius. prisoners in Venezuela, but he is not When Lance Corporal Vinnedge en- The Affordable Care Act mandates the only one: 121 people remain behind listed, he knew he was joining a force that employer-provided health care bars; over 2,000 have been detained that wasn’t waiting for a war in am- cover all forms of contraception at no while the democratic protests con- phibious landing craft, but that in fact cost. However, Hobby Lobby, a for- tinue. had already been and had fought with profit corporation, contends that its Despite these arrests, despite the great distinction in Afghanistan, in ad- ‘‘religious beliefs prohibit it from pro- hundreds of injured, dozens killed, the dition to Iraq. He went there to serve viding full coverage.’’ demonstrations continue. The voices of his country, and he paid the highest I respectfully suggest, Mr. Speaker, reform will not be silenced. Every day, cost. That is far too often what is hap- that what is at stake is not the reli- the Venezuelan people are fighting for pening around the world. gious freedom of a corporation but the freedom, pleading for a better future, On behalf of the marines of Camp life and liberty and ability to pursue demanding their basic rights. Pendleton, we have great pride in his happiness by our daughters, our sisters, While much of our attention has been service, his commitment, and I am and our mothers. focused on the events in Ukraine and pleased to urge all Members to vote for There is no more crucial right for Russia, few nations are more closely the passage of the naming of this post women and their families than the tied to our national interests than office after one of our heroes of this ability for women to be in control of Venezuela. The time for America to act decade. With that, I urge support of their own bodies. The decision to use is coming. this bill. birth control is a conversation for a I yield back the balance of my time. woman and her physician, not a woman f The SPEAKER pro tempore. The and her boss. question is on the motion offered by Tomorrow is a big day for the women CONGRATULATING JANA FALIC the gentleman from California (Mr. of this country. (Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN asked and was ISSA) that the House suspend the rules f and pass the bill, H.R. 2391. given permission to address the House COLD WAR II The question was taken; and (two- for 1 minute and to revise and extend thirds being in the affirmative) the (Mr. POE of Texas asked and was her remarks.) rules were suspended and the bill was given permission to address the House Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I passed. for 1 minute and to revise and extend rise tonight to congratulate a dear A motion to reconsider was laid on her remarks.) friend and an incredibly kind and com- the table. Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, the passionate woman, Jana Falic, the president of Women’s International Zi- f Russian bear has roared. Bully Putin has gobbled up the strategic Crimea. onist Organization, WIZO, U.S.A. HHS MANDATES The world did little except protest. So This Wednesday, March 26, Jana will (Mr. FLEMING asked and was given the bear eyes more sovereign land as be honored at this year’s annual WIZO permission to address the House for 1 prey. Gala with the prestigious Joseph minute.) We should not forget that while the Handleman Light of Philanthropy Mr. FLEMING. Mr. Speaker, jobs, West watched, KGB Colonel Putin in- Award for her outstanding contribu- health care, health insurance, and the vaded Georgia and stole one-third of tions to securing Israel’s future. First Amendment are all on the line that nation. The Russians have never Through her time, effort, and gen- this week when the Supreme Court left. erosity, Jana has helped WIZO secure hears about the threats posed by the Now the persistent, pesky Putin is the needs of vulnerable Israelis Obama administration’s HHS mandate. still hungry, and he wants more. Will it through assistance, education, and em- The question is simply this: Can the be Ukraine, Moldavia, Belarus, or our powerment so that they too can realize government use the threat of crippling NATO ally, Estonia? This is Cold War the hope of a better tomorrow. fines to force the owners of a business II. It has begun. Her philanthropic endeavors are mo- to violate their own deeply held be- Villain Vladimir holds former Soviet tivated by her deep affection for the liefs? Republics hostage because the Ruskies democratic Jewish State of Israel and Two family-owned businesses that al- control their energy. I was in Ukraine have helped improve the lives of so ready provide good health coverage for when Putin turned off the gas in winter many children, women, and elderly their employees believe they should to punish the Ukrainians. It was cold; Israelis. not be forced to pay for drugs and de- it was dark. I can’t think of anyone more deserv- vices that are potentially life ending. Let us loosen the noose around the ing of this award than Jana Falic, and But the Obama administration, which neck of Ukraine. Sell them our over- I only regret that I cannot be there in has waived or delayed other supply of natural gas. Expedite the per- person to congratulate this good friend ObamaCare mandates, has fought for mits, development, and delivery of U.S. of Israel, this good friend of the United its HHS mandate all of the way to the natural gas. Send the word over there States. Supreme Court. If the administration that the gas is coming, the gas is com- Congratulations, Jana.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.040 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2593 b 1930 thew Rumenapp of Wynantskill, New town bypass will be renamed, on April TRIBUTE TO REVEREND CLEVE York. Matty is one of two Winning 22, the Brian S. Gregg Memorial High- MINTER Kids who have been designated and se- way, in honor of a Newtown Borough lected by the Epilepsy Foundation of police officer who lost his life in the (Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois Northeastern New York to represent line of duty on September 29, 2005. asked and was given permission to ad- all children with epilepsy during the Officer Gregg was 45, a husband and a dress the House for 1 minute and to re- coming year. father. Throughout a police career that vise and extend his remarks.) Matty is the son of Amy and Derrick began in 2003, Officer Gregg dem- Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Rumenapp. Their 7-year-old attends onstrated his dedication to the New- Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to Rev- first grade at St. Jude the Apostle town community and its residents with erend Cleve Minter, a member of my School in Wynantskill and was diag- his earnest and daily commitment to community, who passed away a few nosed with epilepsy when he was only their protection. days ago. 21⁄2 years old. Always professional in the perform- Reverend Minter was pastor of the After 3 months of bravely battling ance of his duties, Officer Gregg was a New Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, but the disease, Matty became seizure free familiar and friendly face in the bor- also was a great gospel singer, who and, to this day, remains so. His cour- ough. His presence and his service is along with three of his friends—Rev- age, positive attitude, and lively spirit missed. erend John Parker, Reverend Mac gives strength to his schoolmates, his Now, as we recognize the great sac- McCullum, and Reverend William Jen- teachers, his sister, his parents, and rifice made by Officer Gregg and his kins—were known fondly as the four me. family, we are also grateful as a wider heavyweights, and it didn’t mean any- This evening, I salute Matty’s brav- community for the commitment we see thing to do with size. ery and courage, as well as the reflected in the daily work of police of- I express condolences to his family strength of his entire family. As a Win- ficers and first responders everywhere. and church. ning Kid, Matty will help others fight f f seizures and work to find a cure. WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH f THE HOME HEATING EMERGENCY The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. ASSISTANCE THROUGH TRANS- 2014 NATIONAL AGRICULTURE DAY PITTENGER). Under the Speaker’s an- PORTATION ACT (Mr. HARRIS asked and was given nounced policy of January 3, 2013, the (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania permission to address the House for 1 gentleman from Nevada (Mr. asked and was given permission to ad- minute and to revise and extend his re- HORSFORD) is recognized for 60 minutes dress the House for 1 minute and to re- marks.) as the designee of the minority leader. vise and extend his remarks.) Mr. HARRIS. Mr. Speaker, did you GENERAL LEAVE Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. know that, today, each American farm- Mr. HORSFORD. Mr. Speaker, I ask Mr. Speaker, President Obama on Fri- er feeds more than 144 people? In 1960, unanimous consent that all Members day signed into law H.R. 4076, the Home that same farmer fed only 25 people. may have 5 legislative days in which to Heating Emergency Assistance Clearly, American agriculture is doing revise and extend their remarks and to Through Transportation, or HHEATT, more and doing it better. As the world include extraneous materials on the Act. population continues to grow, there subject of our Special Order hour. Having heard from so many constitu- will be an even greater demand for food The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there ents facing hardship relating to home produced in the United States. objection to the request of the gen- heating fuel shortages and supply dis- Tomorrow, March 25, marks the 41st tleman from Nevada? ruptions, I am a proud cosponsor of anniversary of National Agriculture There was no objection. this bill, which will extend emergency Day, sponsored by the Agriculture Mr. HORSFORD. Mr. Speaker, this relief to families and businesses during Council of America. The day represents month is Women’s History Month, and this ongoing crisis. a nationwide effort to educate Ameri- the Congressional Black Caucus is On February 5, 2014, the U.S. Depart- cans in classrooms and communities pleased to come during this Special ment of Transportation issued tem- across the country on the importance Order hour to bring attention to the porary emergency declarations to of our family farmers, their contribu- important issues that particularly face allow tank truck operators delivering tion to our Nation’s agriculture herit- women this month, but we shouldn’t be propane and other home heating fuels age and legacy, and how the industry fighting for equality just 1 month out to drive for longer hours to speed up impacts each and every one of us for of the year. deliveries to affected States. the better. It is a constant effort. We are here Even though spring is officially upon Farming and agriculture are a cru- tonight to encourage everyone to get us, demand for home heating fuels re- cial part of our economy, especially in engaged in making equality a reality. mains high as communities across the Maryland, in the 1st Congressional Dis- As President Obama made clear dur- country continue to endure below aver- trict. It is the number one economic in- ing his State of the Union Address, age temperatures. The HHEATT Act dustry in our State, totaling $2.3 bil- when women succeed, America suc- provides a guaranteed extension of the lion in gross sales. Not surprisingly, ceeds. So tonight, we, the Congres- Department of Transportation’s short- poultry makes up the largest compo- sional Black Caucus, gather to discuss term emergency declarations until nent in Maryland, supporting 24,000 the ways in which we can help women May 31, 2014. jobs. succeed, rather than continuing to I am pleased the Senate followed the So as we recognize the efforts of turn back the clock on women’s rights. House and took immediate action on these hardworking American families I am pleased to start this hour with this emergency legislation that will al- tomorrow, please be sure to take the our chairwoman of the Congressional leviate propane supply disruptions and time on National Agriculture Day to Black Caucus, the person who brings get fuel to those who need it most. thank a farmer. these issues forward each and every f f day on behalf of her constituents in Ohio and on behalf of constituents all RECOGNIZING MATTHEW RENAMING THE NEWTOWN BYPASS across America, the gentlelady from RUMENAPP TO THE BRIAN S. GREGG MEMO- Ohio, Representative FUDGE. (Mr. TONKO asked and was given RIAL HIGHWAY Ms. FUDGE. I thank the gentleman permission to address the House for 1 (Mr. FITZPATRICK asked and was for yielding. I want to thank Congress- minute and to revise and extend his re- given permission to address the House man JEFFRIES and HORSFORD for orga- marks.) for 1 minute and to revise and extend nizing this Special Order hour to cele- Mr. TONKO. Mr. Speaker, I rise this his remarks.) brate Women’s History Month. evening to recognize a very special 7- Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, in Throughout the month of March, we year-old. He is none other than Mat- my district in Pennsylvania, the New- highlight the important role women

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.043 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2594 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 24, 2014 have played—and continue to play—in creasing the minimum wage, investing course is my role model. She raised our Nation’s history, a role too often in quality early childhood education, three girls in segregated El Paso, overlooked. protecting reproductive rights, and in- Texas, until desegregation and, at one My home State of Ohio has had a dy- creasing access to high-quality STEM point, worked three jobs to help take namic group of women who have Education. care of her family. changed the face of the State and of As we celebrate Women’s History We lived in a multigenerational this country. There are countless areas Month, let’s be mindful of the progress household and, until his death, was her influenced by women, including access we have made and the work that still father’s—W.C. Parrish, my grand- to education and participation in our needs to be done because when women father—primary caregiver while work- country’s democracy. succeed, America succeeds. ing and taking care of her girls. Ohio women have made great strides Mr. HORSFORD. I thank the chair- She taught me at an early age that in breaking down barriers. In fact, the woman of the Congressional Black Cau- girls and women are born equal to boys first woman to run for President of the cus for your dynamic leadership as the and men and to never forget that and United States was from Ohio. Ms. Vic- chair of the Congressional Black Cau- to always fight for equality and jus- toria C. Woodhull was a writer and cus. It has been my honor to serve with tice. That was a given in our house- women’s rights activist. She ran for you this legislative Congressional ses- hold. sion and look forward to the many President in 1872, with the abolitionist b 1945 Frederick Douglass as her running achievements ahead on behalf of the mate. Congressional Black Caucus. I would not be where I am had it not While there has yet to be a woman Mr. Speaker, so much of the focus to- been for my mother and also for many elected President, the number of night is on the history that women incredible fighters like my mother who women in elected offices has grown contribute to our great Nation. We came before me in the public arena. I over the years. However, the rate of have many dynamic women who serve would like to take a moment to honor growth has been at a less than desir- in our delegation in the House of Rep- three women in particular, in addition able pace. resentatives. It is part of that rep- to my mother, whose shoulders we Despite the fact that women make up resentation that ensures that these stand on: Bessie Coleman, Dr. Dorothy more than 50 percent of the Nation’s issues that are important to women, as Height, and, of course, Shirley Chis- populous, we are less than 20 percent of they are important to all Americans, holm. the U.S. House of Representatives, are brought forward. Bessie Coleman, as she was quoted, where, until 1917, women were not rep- We have none other than a champion refused to take ‘‘no’’ for an answer. Al- resented at all. for women in her district in the north- though she dreamed of becoming a African American women often face ern part of California, but also around pilot, no flight school in the United compounded discrimination because of the world. She is someone who needs States would accept her simply because our race and gender. As a result, many no introduction because she brings so she was a woman and because she was of our firsts are more recent. much experience and education and Black, but she refused to take ‘‘no’’ for In 1971, Ellen Walker Craig-Jones was knowledge to these issues. I would like an answer. She enrolled in flight school the first African American woman to yield now to the gentlelady from in France and became the only woman elected mayor, by popular vote, for an California, Representative BARBARA and the only person of color in her American municipality, leading LEE. class in Paris. She soon became the Urbancrest, Ohio. Ms. LEE of California. Let me first first African American woman pilot The first African American congress- thank you, Representative HORSFORD and the first American of any race to woman to represent Ohio was my and Congressman JEFFRIES, for orga- hold an international pilot’s license. friend and predecessor, Stephanie nizing the Congressional Black Caucus’ Several weeks ago, a portion of Air- Tubbs Jones, who was elected in 1998. Special Order. You have really shown port Drive at the Oakland Inter- While I could go on to detail the im- tremendous leadership and consistency national Airport, in my district, was portant firsts of more women from and have been working so hard on be- renamed ‘‘Bessie Coleman Drive.’’ It Ohio and what they have accomplished, half, not only of your constituents, but was such an inspiration to be part of there is a better way, and it is legisla- for the entire country and especially this dedication ceremony because she, tion. for the CBC. of course, was from or worked in Oak- I am a cosponsor of H.R. 863, the Let me just thank, while she is here, land, and really went to many of her Commission to Study the Potential our phenomenal chair, Congresswoman classes and learned a lot about piloting Creation of a National Women’s His- MARCIA FUDGE, for her leadership of in Oakland, California. tory Museum Act of 2013. The National the Congressional Black Caucus. Another great woman who refused to Women’s History Museum would be the As we celebrate women’s history and take ‘‘no’’ for an answer was our be- first museum to place a national spot- trailblazing women, we celebrate them loved and great doctor, Dorothy light on the many contributions for their courage, character, and com- Height. Let me just say how fortuitous women have made over the course of mitment. That is our 2014 Women’s it is that today is Dr. Height’s birth- our country’s history. History Month theme. day. She was a bold and brilliant Afri- More accurately, it is an opportunity So I am so proud that we have a can American woman who blazed many to have a permanent place to acknowl- chairwoman who exhibits all three of trails and opened many doors to the edge and to celebrate women who have these characteristics. Thank you for American Dream for women and people shaped our history and will shape our standing strong and for leading the of color. future. Congressional Black Caucus on so, so From her stewardship as the national Women continue to lead national dia- many fronts. Thank you and congratu- president of Delta Sigma Theta Soror- logues on critical issues and advance lations. ity—of whom I know our chair, Con- policies and politics in ways that move Let me just say that I agree with gresswoman MARCIA FUDGE, and Con- this Nation forward, including Congressman HORSFORD when you say, gresswoman JOYCE BEATTY are proud groundbreaking legislation like the each month—each day, really—we members—to her leading the National Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act. should always celebrate women’s his- Council of Negro Women for 41 years When we are at the decisionmaking tory; though in March, we, again, take and to her more than 60 years at the table, we make the discussions more a moment to recognize really the tri- YWCA, which she was responsible for representative of our population, while umphs of women throughout the course desegregating, Dorothy Height dedi- bringing a unique perspective which of history and to mark how far we have cated her life to achieving racial equal- expands the conversation. come, but also to recognize that there ity and securing women’s rights. Dr. That is why I will continue to sup- is much work to be done. Height was especially committed to port legislation that will amplify our Now, let me just start by mentioning empowering women and girls, and voices and improve the quality of life the phenomenal and beautiful 89-year- worked to ensure that Black women’s for women across our Nation by in- old woman, Mildred Massey, who of issues were equally addressed. She was

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.044 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2595 also dedicated to helping women work average, 77 cents for every dollar a man importantly than his saying it is how towards full employment, pay, and edu- makes. Even worse, African American it was received. People received it in cation. women are making only 64 cents and the spirit that he said it. Do you know I remember when Dr. Height turned, Latinas only 55 cents for every dollar a why, Mr. Speaker? It is because, when I believe it was, 90 years old. Members White man makes. The point is that women succeed, America succeeds. of the Congressional Black Caucus hon- working women are paid less for the As you have heard, in 1987, Congress ored her at a luncheon here on Capitol same work as men. This is wrong and it declared March to be National Wom- Hill. She really gave us more back- is discriminatory. What is more, child en’s History Month, giving the Nation ground and knowledge and information care remains unaffordable; quality, af- the chance to salute the trailblazers during that luncheon as to how those fordable education remains out of the who paved the way for so many of us to following behind her needed to really reach of far too many women; and have the rights that we have today. Na- focus on the fact that, yes, when pregnancy discrimination continues. tional Women’s History Month gives us women succeed, America succeeds. Again, this is simply unacceptable. an opportunity to acknowledge the Dorothy Height was a true leader for That is why the Democratic women groundbreakers of the past, thank the all women not only in our own country of the House, including the women of heroines of today, and inspire the lead- but throughout the world. the CBC, under the leadership of NANCY ers of the future. It is a reminder that, In the seventies, Women’s History PELOSI and DONNA EDWARDS and DORIS if we believe in ourselves, we can really Month was little more than an idea. As MATSUI and ROSA DELAURO, have make a difference. this idea was taking formation, Shirley launched When Women Succeed, Amer- It reminds us of women like Rosa Chisholm, a founding member of the ica Succeeds, and are championing an Parks—the mother of the modern civil Congressional Black Caucus, had only economic agenda for women and fami- rights movement—or the woman recently made history by becoming the lies, one which our President supports. known for: I shall be unbought and first African American woman elected Finally, let me just quote from my unbossed. Yes, Mr. Speaker, Shirley to Congress. I was a student at Mills dear friend, our beloved Shirley Chis- Chisholm, who ran for President and College in the early seventies when holm. She once said: I want to be re- who was the first African American Mrs. Chisholm again made history by membered as a woman who dared to be woman elected to Congress, and, yes, becoming the first African American a catalyst for change. Dorothy Height, who, if still living, woman and the first African American There is no doubt that she was. would have just this week celebrated to run for the Democratic Presidential As we honor heroines like my moth- her 102nd birthday. There are so many nomination. Although she did not win er, Shirley Chisholm, Dorothy Height, more women we could talk about— the nomination, her campaign inspired Bessie Coleman, and so many others in women of the past or today—like our thousands, myself included, to use our districts who fight each and every very own Congressional Black Caucus their voices and to speak up through day with little resources to make our chairwoman, MARCIA FUDGE, from the the ballot box. She blazed the trail for, communities better, let us remember great State of Ohio. Others are un- of course, our Nation’s first great that, yes, when women succeed, Amer- known outside of their own families President, President Barack Obama. ica succeeds. Also, as I said at the and communities, people like my Throughout her congressional career, United Nations very recently at the grandmother and my great-aunt and the unbought and unbossed Mrs. Chis- Commission on the Status of Women, like my 90-year-old mother, who lives holm continued her fight against dis- when women succeed, the world be- today and sets a great example, not crimination in all forms and cham- comes a more just and a more equi- only for her three daughters, but for pioned issues for women and their fam- table place. women across this Nation. All of them ilies. She was a strong voice for domes- Thank you for your leadership. are a part of our history, and their tic workers and led the fight to give Mr. HORSFORD. Thank you to the courage and dedication have helped to them the right to a minimum wage. gentlelady from California. Thank you sustain the American spirit. This was way back in the day, but we for that great historical overview and These pioneers and heroines have are still struggling and fighting for perspective and for bringing those pro- brought down barriers and have cre- many of those issues. Congresswoman found remarks to the floor this ated new opportunities. We have now Shirley Chisholm was instrumental, evening. witnessed the first African American along with the first Asian Pacific I would also like to yield to a dy- woman Secretary of State, the first fe- American, our beloved Congresswoman namic colleague. We have had the male Speaker of the United States Patsy Mink, in passing title IX, which great honor and privilege to get to House of Representatives—a woman I prohibits discrimination in the funding know each other as freshmen in this get to sit with on a weekly basis, a of education programs. She was also a congressional session. She is the gen- woman who sets an example. Yes, she fierce advocate for the Affordable Child tlelady from Ohio. She brings so much is Congresswoman NANCY PELOSI. Care Act. There is no doubt that the 16 talent and perspective, energy and There is now a record number of African American women in Congress focus to the issues that she works on women serving in Congress, with 20 today are truly standing on the strong, here in the House of Representatives women serving in the Senate and 82 strong shoulders of Congresswoman on behalf of her constituents and those women serving in the House of Rep- Shirley Chisholm. around the country. I would like to resentatives. However, although After years of trying, I am pleased yield now to the gentlelady from Ohio, women have made great strides, there that we were finally able to secure a Representative JOYCE BEATTY. is much more to do. postage stamp in her honor. Just last Mrs. BEATTY. Thank you to my col- We continue to face discrimination month, I was joined by Leader PELOSI leagues. in the workplace. We have a higher in my district for the west coast un- I would like to thank Mr. HORSFORD risk of sexual assault and an earnings veiling of the United States Postal and Mr. JEFFRIES for hosting the Con- gap that will cost the average woman Service’s Black Heritage stamp as a gressional Black Caucus’ important hundreds of thousands of dollars over small token of our thanks while Con- discussion on celebrating Women’s His- the course of her working lifetime. An gressmen JEFFRIES and RANGEL and tory Month. As we honor so many average woman still makes 77 cents for Congresswoman CLARKE had the privi- women who have shaped our history, every dollar made by men, and the gap lege to unveil the beautiful stamp in let us also celebrate those who make is even wider for Black women. On av- Shirley Chisholm’s former district in progress in today’s time. erage, Black women earn only 64 cents Brooklyn, New York. Certainly, you will hear throughout for every dollar earned by White men. So 101 years after women marched in this hour, ‘‘When Women Succeed, In addition, women-owned businesses Washington, D.C., for the right to vote, America Succeeds.’’ What an honor it continue to lag behind male-owned women are still fighting to break down was, Mr. Speaker, to hear our Presi- businesses. The average revenue of barriers. It is really a disgrace that in dent of these United States say it be- women-owned businesses is only 27 per- 2014, despite making up 50 percent of fore an audience of millions of people cent of the average revenue by male- our workforce, women still make, on in his State of the Union address. More owned businesses.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.046 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2596 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 24, 2014 In response to these and other chal- It is only fitting, Mr. Speaker, that Clark County Welfare Rights Organiza- lenges women are currently facing, in during Women’s History Month that I tion. As president, she led the nation- July 2013, House Democrats unveiled recognize a Nevada leader, an icon, Ms. ally publicized 1971 marches on the Las ‘‘When Women Succeed, America Suc- Ruby Duncan, who is an inspiration in Vegas Strip, protesting the purge of ceeds: An Economic Agenda for Women my home State to many. thousands of needy Nevada families and Families.’’ This platform addresses Ruby to me is the personification of from programs designed to help the the need to ensure that women get the word fight. She is someone we can poor and allow them to keep their equal pay for equal work. It helps to all learn from each and every day. Her heads above water. ensure work and family balance by al- history is a lesson in never giving up From that she has fought to provide lowing working parents to support and staring down the specter of in- basic necessities to families in need— their families and to care for their equality. Nothing was ever handed to food, shelter, health services, and edu- children. So many of us in this Cham- her, but much was taken. cation. Her organization that she cre- ber understand that. It also recognizes Ruby’s life began in the middle of the ated, Operation Life, has had an impact that expanding educational opportuni- Great Depression. Where she grew up in on health screening centers, libraries, ties, increasing job training, and in- rural Louisiana, people were already food programs for women, infants and vesting in women entrepreneurs is es- poor for a long time. Ruby had three children, child care, and the list goes sential for women’s success in our brothers and a sister, all but one pass- on. economy. ing from accidents or illnesses. She Ruby Duncan represents hope. In a Federal investments have and con- lost her parents before she was 4. She country plagued by inequality and dis- tinue to help ensure economic opportu- spent most of her youth moving around crimination of the worst forms, Ruby nities for women and girls. For exam- Tallulah, living with relatives. fought and won many decisive battles ple, earning a college degree remains The school that she attended, a that affect the lives of so many in Ne- one of the surest pathways to the mid- school for Black children, was located vada and across this Nation today. dle class. Women with a bachelor’s de- in a church miles from home. There Not everyone wins their battle with gree earn more than 80 percent more was no transportation. She walked poverty. For so many, circumstances than those with a high school degree. every day until she left school after the beyond their control take over their Today, more than 11 million women are ninth grade for full-time work. Actu- lives. For many born poor, they stay pursuing a postsecondary education, ally, it was more than full-time work. poor. For many born just above the and average graduation rates for For years she was a waitress making poverty line, they dip below and enter women exceed those of their male about $9.50 a week. Yes, that’s right, a cycle of living paycheck to paycheck, counterparts, but we certainly know $9.50 a week. Her work weeks were if they can even find one. everyone will not go to college, and long, over 80 hours a week. The poor are not poor because of a that is okay. We have to continue to When she heard her aunt in Las weak character. They are not lazy. fight to make sure that there is a place Vegas was making $40 for similar work, Many are poor because no one ever for women in workforce development, she moved there. When she arrived, she gave them a chance. It is people like in higher education, in the home, or in discovered her aunt living in a card- Ruby Duncan that I am here to rep- whatever work they choose to do. board shack in the desert, sharing a resent. The people who had less than a Women in STEM fields make, on aver- community wash house with others. hand up, but they still persevered. She age, 33 percent more than women in She discovered a de facto segregated is strong, and she is an inspiration to non-STEM fields, and certainly we community there, separate schools, me, and someone who I wanted to rec- know that technology and innovation housing, and zoning in the community ognize during this recognition of Wom- in STEM—science, technology, engi- resulted in a system of clear disenfran- en’s History Month. Congratulations to neering, and math—is the way of the chisement. Ms. Ruby Duncan. future. Blacks were not welcome at the Las I would now like to yield to the co- So let me just say to my colleagues: Vegas Strip hotels. There were colored anchor for this hour, my colleague, the Thank you for hosting this evening on sections designated in movie theaters. gentleman from New York (Mr. Women’s History Month. Thank you Still, Ms. Ruby Duncan persevered. She JEFFRIES). It is always great to be here for honoring women. survived. She did day work as a maid with you, to bring this hour of power of To all of the women—the mothers, in homes around the area. In 1959 she information to the constituents the sisters, the aunts, the girlfriends— worked as a hotel maid but was fired throughout the United States who are who are watching us: remember, when later for attempting to organize other listening. I thank you for your friend- women succeed, America succeeds. Thank you. maids to protest the inhumane treat- ship, for always working hard, for in- ment and workload. cluding me, and it is great to serve b 2000 For a while her only income for her- with you in this 113th Congress. Mr. HORSFORD. I thank the gentle- self and her children was the aid to de- I yield to my good friend. woman from Ohio, Representative pendent children grant that she re- Mr. JEFFRIES. Mr. Speaker, I thank JOYCE BEATTY, for those illuminating ceived from the State welfare system. the distinguished gentleman, my good topics that were covered, and for high- Like those struggling today, she did friend from the Silver State, Rep- lighting all the various ways, both his- not rest. She was not lazy; she worked. resentative STEVEN HORSFORD, for his torically and currently, that women She searched for work and was hired in tremendous leadership in anchoring make a huge impact in our society, in the pantry of one of the Strip hotels in the CBC’s Special Order and for the the home, in the workplace, in edu- Las Vegas. tremendous advocacy that you have cation, and throughout all aspects of After an accident, she learned she consistently provided to the people of life. So thank you, Representative could no longer do the heavy work that the congressional district you so ably BEATTY, for your ongoing contributions she was performing. When a State pro- serve back at home in Nevada and in- to these important issues. gram that was supporting her was cut, deed to people all across this country. I am so proud to be joined here by she was contacted to join a group of It has been an honor and a privilege the Representative from New York mothers going up to Carson City, our to serve as a coanchor during this CBC (Mr. JEFFRIES), my coanchor of this State’s capital, to protest substandard Special Order, this hour of power where hour. I look forward to his remarks. grants from the Nevada Legislature. for 60 minutes members of the Congres- I want to also highlight in addition Ruby marched and spoke at a hearing sional Black Caucus have an oppor- to all of the national leaders and with no prior experience in public tunity to speak directly to the Amer- women who have run for office, wheth- speaking. She did it because someone ican people about an issue of great rel- er it be here in the House of Represent- had to say something for those who evance. atives, in the Senate, or as President, were struggling. Someone had to stand Today as you have heard, we today we also have many unsung women who up for what was right. stand here on the floor of the House of toil everyday but who make a huge im- After Mrs. Duncan’s trip to Carson Representatives to celebrate the role pact. City, she was elected president of the that women have played throughout

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As I gress. for her accomplishments in the district reflected upon that theme, several in- She was elected in 1968 and became that I represent, in fact, in the Shirley dividuals came to mind. Certainly the first African American woman ever Chisholm State Office Building that I when it comes to courage, I think no elected to the House of Representatives was proud to have authored the legisla- one meets that threshold in American in the history of this great Republic, tion, when I was in the New York State history perhaps more than the great served seven terms, 14 distinguished Assembly, that transformed that Kings Harriet Tubman, a conductor on the years. She retired in 1982. At which County State Office Building into one underground railroad. point, there were parts of her district named on behalf of Congresswoman Harriet Tubman is someone who dis- that were subsequently represented by Shirley Chisholm. played tremendous courage throughout Congressman Ed Towns, who served for We stand on the shoulders of a lot of her time here in this country. She was 30 years in the Congress and whom I giants, but I certainly acknowledge known for having a Bible in one hand had the opportunity to replace. that I am standing on the shoulders of and a gun in the other. Harriet Tubman Then there were other parts of her Representative Shirley Chisholm, as so freed herself from slavery. district subsequently represented by many folks are all across the city, the At that point, after settling in New Congressman Major Owens, who served State of New York, and certainly this York State she could have simply gone for 26 years and who Congresswoman country. She inspired generations of on to try and live out her life with rel- YVETTE CLARKE subsequently rep- people to believe what was possible. ative tranquility, having escaped the resented. I was talking to one of the women harshness of human subjugation down For a great while there was a tre- who, in the seventies, began to work in the Southern part of this country. mendous debate as to who actually closely with Congresswoman Chisholm, Instead, Harriet Tubman, we know as held the legacy of Shirley Chisholm’s and she explained to me that Shirley history records, went back down South seat. Well, I think Congresswoman Chisholm was such a forceful person- an additional 19 times and freed more CLARKE and I worked it out. She was ality that her group of young women than 200 Black slaves, risking her life, such a tremendous Member of the who, in the seventies, she would work her well-being, her freedom each and House that it actually takes two Mem- closely with, that they were called every time she crossed the Mason- bers of Congress to replace her. I Shirley Chisholm and the Chisettes. Dixon line to try and liberate those proudly acknowledge that I serve in Sounds to me like a Motown group, who were subjected to slavery in this one of the two Shirley Chisholm legacy but these were transformative individ- country. seats here in the House of Representa- uals, Shirley Chisholm and the What is interesting about that life tives. Chisettes, who believed, perhaps back story and the courage that Harriet Of course when she got elected in 1968 then, that when women succeed, Amer- Tubman displayed, the selflessness and there were some folks in this Chamber ica succeeds, and understood that there the sacrifice as this prominent con- not used to seeing an African American was still work that needed to be done ductor on the underground railroad, woman, with very prominent hair, who to shatter the glass ceilings that had stations exist in the district that I cur- was ‘‘Unbought and Unbossed,’’ and been erected all across this country. rently represent in Fort Greene, comes into this Chamber. Tradition Shirley Chisholm did just that in Brooklyn, at the Lafayette Avenue says that she was assigned by the 1972, when she ran for the Democratic Presbyterian Church. Speaker then to the agricultural com- nomination for the United States Pres- What was tremendous about Harriet mittee as a punitive measure, because idency. What I find fascinating is that Tubman is that later on in life she was obviously in this urban district that her theme at that point was ‘‘catalyst apparently asked about her heroics, she represented it seems to a lot of for change.’’ the sacrifice, the selflessness, the cour- folks that appointment to the agricul- In many ways, this was a prophetic age, the willingness to risk life and tural committee would not necessarily theme, ‘‘catalyst for change,’’ because limb to free others after she had al- be the committee of relevant jurisdic- she was that catalyst for a whole lot of ready liberated herself. She made an tion for the issues that she was elected things that were to have occurred dec- observation that has always stuck with to Congress to fight for. ade after decade, when she made that me. Harriet Tubman said: I could have Shirley Chisholm took that assign- first run for office. freed more, if they only knew that they ment and quickly recognized that As has been mentioned on the floor of were slaves. I could have freed more if while in this country you had surplus, the House of Representatives, many they only knew that they were slaves. abundance of food that was being cre- could argue that there would not be a That suggests to me that sometimes ated, you also had a lot of hungry President Barack Obama had Shirley people who find themselves in life in a folks, many of whom lived in the dis- Chisholm not taken that bold step for- certain station and notwithstanding trict that she represented. ward in 1972. their talents or their ability, the fact We have a whole lot of things, of that someone has put before them a b 2015 course, that still need to be addressed, pathway towards success, an oppor- So she began to work on expanding and I look forward to dealing with tunity to move forward in pursuit of the food stamp program and cham- some of those issues. the American Dream, that there is pioned, in fact, increasing supple- As has been pointed out, women sim- something that constrains them and mental nutritional assistance to at- ply make 77 cents for every dollar that keeps them standing in place. risk, expectant mothers and helped a man makes in America, and that I have always looked to those words lead the charge in the House of Rep- hurts our overall economic produc- of Harriet Tubman and the great her- resentatives for the Women, Infants, tivity because 40 percent of the house- oism that she displayed as a source of and Children supplemental nutritional holds in this country, women are the tremendous inspiration and something assistance program. predominant primary breadwinner. that should inspire all Americans— She partnered with then-Senator Bob So we have got some economic issues Black, White, Latino, Asian, men and Dole, who was over on the other side of to work out to continue the work that women, older Americans, younger this Capitol. She took what was meant had been done by so many in this coun- Americans—like courage, character as a punitive assignment and turned it try, Shirley Chisholm included, and I and commitment. I certainly think in into something transformative for the look forward to continuing that discus- terms of courageousness you can find people that she represented, as well as sion with Congressman STEVEN no one who had that quality in greater those across the country. HORSFORD. abundance than of course Harriet Tub- So, from a character and a commit- Mr. HORSFORD. I thank the gen- man. ment standpoint, she demonstrated, tleman from New York. Thank you for

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.049 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2598 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 24, 2014 that very insightful background on households in Nevada, who are headed But aside from it being a moral out- your district and the leadership of the by women, expect this Congress to sup- rage, as Congressman HORSFORD has district. It speaks to why there is so port the Paycheck Fairness Act, invest pointed out, it has economic con- much impact that comes from Rep- in job training and educational oppor- sequences. Because 40 percent of house- resentatives from your district and the tunities, and make sure that we pro- holds in America are headed by women area and the neighborhoods that you tect pregnant workers from discrimina- as the primary breadwinners, if you represent. tion in the workplace. have such a significant portion of I know that you cannot fully fill Now, another area that we have to households led economically by indi- those shoes, but you are doing your address is raising the minimum wage viduals who are receiving disparate part in bringing forward the message and giving America a raise. pay, you are hurting American fami- that so many others carried and that Mr. Speaker, low-income workers lies. we follow now on their shoulders, so continue to struggle to provide for Now, one of the ways in which we can thank you for that historical perspec- their families, while the rich continue remedy this situation, of course, is to tive. to make record profits in the millions. move forward with H.R. 1010, the min- In addition to the historical perspec- It is important to remember who imum wage increase legislation au- tive that women offer in this country, earns the minimum wage in this coun- thored in the House of Representatives the House Democrats also have a legis- try. They are women. Women make up by Congressman GEORGE MILLER, co- lative agenda that focuses on when the majority of low-income workers. In sponsored, of course, by Congressman women succeed, America succeeds. It is fact, nearly two-thirds of minimum HORSFORD, myself and many other an economic agenda for women, and it wage workers are women. These are Democratic Members of the House of is one that was created by the women our mothers. They are our sisters and Representatives. We are of the view that both America in the House Democratic Caucus that our daughters. Can we really expect for women to needs a raise and women in America is sponsored and supported by men. need a raise. 66 percent of minimum As a man, I support this economic provide for their families when they are making the minimum wage? wage earners in this country are agenda for women because, as a hus- Let’s talk about what $7.25 really women. band and a father, I want for every means as a national wage for women. Now, the minimum wage in America woman what I want for my own wife That is $14,500 a year. Can people really right now, the floor that is set by Con- and my daughter. As a brother and a survive on $14,500 a year? gress, $7.25 an hour, means that some- son, I want for other women what I Particularly, more than a majority one can work 40 hours a week, each and want for my two sisters and my moth- now of women who are the head of every week throughout the year, go to er. So this economic agenda for women their household, the primary bread- work, and still fall below the Federal focuses on a number of areas. winners, can they provide for them- poverty line in attempting to raise a The first, of course, is equal pay for selves and their families on $14,500 a family. That is disgraceful, the classic equal work. It is appalling, Mr. Speak- year? definition of working poor, and it er, that in the year 2014, we are still That is why House Democrats, in this should not exist. struggling to pay women the wages economic agenda for women—when I thought the American ideal was that they deserve. They are still not women succeed, America succeeds—we that if you get up for work, you work receiving equal pay for equal work. understand that by lifting the Federal hard, you punch the clock, that at the That, on its face, is wrong. minimum wage to $10.10, that if it were end of the day, there should be a path- Women in my home State of Nevada adjusted for inflation, compared to way toward meaningful success in the are paid about 85 cents for every dollar what it was in the 1960s, it would be context of the American Dream. paid to men; and while that is better well past time, Mr. Speaker, to address Right now, we have got a minimum than the 77-cent national average, we this pay gap for women. wage that keeps individuals trapped in still have a long, long way to go. In addition to increasing the min- poverty, and the overwhelming major- As my colleagues have already ex- imum wage to help 1 in 3 adult women ity of those individuals are women in plained, for African American women who are currently living in poverty or America. So when we talk about an and Latinas, this pay gap is even larg- on the brink of it, this would help lift agenda that we have put forth—when er. African American women, on aver- those women out of poverty, helping 30 women succeed, America succeeds— age, earn only 64 cents; and Latinas, on million Americans see an increase in that is not just hyperbole or something designed to make folks feel good. It is average, earn only 55 cents for every their wage, a million Americans being an economic reality. That is why we dollar earned by White, non-Hispanic lifted out of poverty. men. These are the real impacts and the are so committed to that agenda. We are committed to making sure In my home State of Nevada, the pay benefits on the economic agenda for that child care in America is affordable gap between men and women is, on av- women. because of the fact that so many erage, $6,316 per year. Now, that is real Mr. Speaker, I yield to my colleague, women, thankfully, are part of the money, and it makes a real impact in Mr. JEFFRIES, to elaborate further on workforce; but as a result of their par- the lives of families. Nevada women these points, and then I can close us ticipation in the workforce, they need lose approximately $2 billion per year out. because of this wage gap. Mr. JEFFRIES. I want to thank my to find affordable, quality child care for their children. Now, what can $6,316 pay for, for fam- distinguished colleague for his com- That is one of the things that we, as ilies in my home State of Nevada? prehensive presentation as it relates to House Democrats, continue to try and $6,316 is about 46 more weeks of food. the economic trauma that many put forth, and we are just hopeful that $6,316 per year is 4 more months of women find themselves in, given the our friends on the other side of the mortgage and utility payments. $6,316 pay disparities that continue to exist aisle will realize that moving forward per year is 7 months of rent. $6,316 per in America. with an agenda that uplifts women in year is an additional 1,681 gallons of Mr. Speaker, the President came to America honors the great contribu- gas. the House of Representatives earlier tions of women in this country, decade So if we thought that the wage gap this year to deliver a State of the after decade, century after century, was just some rhetoric that was being Union Address and pointed out the fact from the founding of the Republic; but talked about out there, all you have to that women, of course, make 77 cents more significantly, will empower look at is the real impact of lost eco- for every dollar that a man makes and women and, in doing so, empower nomic benefit to women. If we closed indicated the outrageousness of that in America to continue to forge forward the wage gap between men and women, modern-day America. into the future as the greatest Nation we could cut the poverty rate in half It is a moral outrage, and for that in the world. for working women and their families. reason alone, we should seek corrective It is the right thing to do, to treat action by moving forward with the b 2030 people equally, to pay them equal pay Paycheck Fairness Act here in the So I am thankful to my colleague for for equal work. That is why 125,000 Congress. his leadership tonight in connection

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Women’s History Museum and submit to the this hour. As I said earlier, I want for every President and Congress a report containing Mr. Speaker, as we come to a close, woman what I want for my wife and my recommendations on a plan of action for the to just highlight some of the major daughter: to be able to have the same establishment and maintenance of a National reasons why the Congressional Black opportunities and to be treated the Women’s History Museum in Washington, DC. Caucus along with the House Demo- same way as a man is treated in this Congressional action is needed to be sure crats believe that, if we are really country. I want for every woman what that when the story of our nation is told that going to honor the role of women in I want for my two sisters and my the role of women is represented in the nar- this country, then we need to start by mother: to have the same equal oppor- rative of our nation. honoring them through equal pay. We tunities to pursue their dreams and to I along with my colleagues participating in need to honor them through an eco- be paid the same for pursuing that this special order are urging passage of H.R. nomic agenda that supports their needs dream. 863, to study the potential creation of a Na- and the needs of their families. So these are the issues that we have tional Women’s History Museum in Wash- And as my colleagues have already laid out tonight, Mr. Speaker. We look ington, DC, on or near the National Mall. ably laid out, women now make up forward to continuing to work with our The Shriver Report, ‘‘A Woman’s Nation half—47 percent—of the general work- colleagues on the other side. We would Pushes Back from the Brink: Some Rec- force and some 62 percent of the min- like to thank the chairwoman of the ommended Steps for Government, Busi- imum wage workforce, which is up Congressional Black Caucus, Rep- nesses, and Women’’ reported on the eco- from about 30 percent in the 1950s. resentative FUDGE, and all of the mem- nomic health of the average American woman. Twelve percent of workers in the bers of the CBC and those who were Today, women make up half the U.S. work- United States have access to paid fam- able to speak tonight. When women force, but the average full time working ily leave through their employers, and succeed, Mr. Speaker, America suc- woman earns only 77 percent of what the av- fewer than 40 percent have access to ceeds. erage full time working man makes. personal medical leave through em- I yield back the balance of my time. There are many women in the State of ployer-provided short-term disability Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I join my Texas and in the city of Houston who have insurance. colleagues with the Congressional Black Cau- made significant contributions to the American So one of the other cornerstones, in cus in this Special Order in recognition of story: addition to giving women equal pay for Women’s History Month. Congresswoman Barbara Jordan of Texas equal work, for increasing the min- I want to offer a special mention for the U.S. was the first African-American woman elected imum wage, is providing a work-family House of Representatives women firsts: to the House of Representatives; balance by allowing women to be able Congresswoman Jeanette Rankin of Mon- Kathryn ‘‘Kathy’’ Whitmire was the first to take off work when necessary to tana who was the first elected woman member woman elected to serve in Houston City gov- care for a loved one without losing of the House of Representatives; ernment; and their earnings and a paycheck. Congresswoman Patsy Mink of Hawaii was Mae Carol Jemison was the first African- Laws providing paid family leave and the first woman of color and the first Asian American woman astronaut. medical leave allow workers to con- American woman elected to Congress; These many accomplishments do not mean tinue to earn a portion of their pay Congresswoman Shirley Anita Chisholm of there is not more that needs to be done. while they take time away from work New York who was the first African-American There is still a long way for women to go ac- to address serious health conditions, Congresswoman member of the House of cording to the Shriver Report. including pregnancy, to care for a fam- Representatives; and Women are more than 50 percent of the ily member with a serious health con- Congresswoman ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN population and more than 50 percent of the dition, and to care for a newborn, whom we have the honor of working with is votes. newly adopted child or a newly placed the first Hispanic woman elected to serve in A woman working full time, all year at a foster child. Congress. minimum-wage job, or a job close to the min- You know, we should be encouraging National Women’s History Month’s roots go imum wage, will not be able to bring her family the growth of strong, healthy families. back to March 8, 1857, when women from above the poverty line. Families need an in- And so often my colleagues on the New York City factories staged a protest over come closer to 200 percent of the federal pov- other side talk about family values. working conditions. erty threshold to escape the brink. Well, if you won’t pass legislation that International Women’s Day was first ob- In the Shriver Report’s survey: allows workers to spend time with served in 1909. 73 percent of Americans said that in order their families, then what kind of a fam- In 1981, Congress passed a law authorizing to raise the incomes of working women and ily value is that? the President to proclaim March 7, 1982 as their families, they strongly favor the govern- Over the average lifetime of a ‘‘Women’s History Week.’’ It was a modest be- ment ensuring that women get equal pay for woman, by the age of 65, they will have ginning, but very significant to women be- equal work; lost $431,000 because of the earnings cause it started a societal and cultural change 79 percent of Americans said the govern- gap. That is something that the House in how women—and especially young girls ment should expand access to high-quality, af- Democrats, along with the Congres- saw themselves within the American story. fordable childcare for working families; sional Black Caucus, are working to In 1987, Congress expanded the week to a Almost 60 percent of Americans said address. We have legislation, When month. Every year since, Congress has women raising children on their own face tre- Women Succeed, America Succeeds, passed a resolution for Women’s History mendous challenges and should be helped fi- the economic agenda for women that Month, and the President has issued a procla- nancially by government, employers, and com- we have laid out here tonight that mation. munities; and would close this earnings gap, provide This month we recognize Women’s History If we are going to win the war on poverty women the support they need to make Month by noting the fundamental role women we must wage and win the war of discrimina- more, helping their families and help- have played in shaping America’s history. But tion of women in the workforce. ing our economy as a whole. I say to you that a month is not enough to Pay inequality is not just a women’s issue— So in closing, Mr. Speaker, when we make known the significant contributions of it is a family income equality issue. talk about Women’s History Month, we women to the success of the United States of TEXAS LOW WAGE WORKER BUREAU OF LABOR hope that it will resonate in this America. STATISTICS Chamber and in the Halls here in Wash- We taught our girls about Rosie the Riveter In 2012, Texas ranked second among the ington that the decisions that we make who represented the millions of American 50 states with workers earning at or below the impact the lives of all of our constitu- women who went to work on assembly lines to federal minimum wage.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.052 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2600 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 24, 2014 According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Sta- from 3.1 children in 1976, the year the Census rage making high-quality doors and tistics of the 6.1 million workers are paid hour- Bureau began collecting such data. The per- wood components for kitchen cabinets. ly rates in Texas in 2012, centage of women in this age group who had You know, they said: We can do this, so In Texas 282,000 earned exactly the pre- given birth was 81 percent in 2010, down from let’s do it. So they started working vailing federal minimum wage of $7.25 per 90 percent in 1976. hard and expanding. hour, while 170,000 earned less. MARRIAGE And from their modest beginnings in From 2011 to 2012, the number of Texas 66 million: Number of married women 18 just a small garage in Lancaster Coun- workers who earned at or below the federal and older (including those who were sepa- ty, Pennsylvania, they have now grown minimum wage was 7.5 percent. The percent- rated or had an absent spouse) in 2013. to be one of the industry leaders in age of workers earning less than the federal 5.2 million: Number of stay-at-home mothers wholesale wood products for kitchen minimum in 2012 was 2.8 percent, while the nationwide in 2013; compared with 214,000 cabinets. They have five facilities lo- share earning exactly the minimum wage was stay-at-home fathers. cated in the United States in three 4.7 percent. States—Pennsylvania, North Carolina, f Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to help and Washington—and what started out celebrate Women’s History Month by becom- THE CONSTITUTIONALITY OF with five family members, they now ing cosponsors of H.R. 863. ABORTION-INDUCING DRUGS IN have 950 full-time employees. It is BY THE NUMBERS OBAMACARE truly an encouraging sign that the 161 million: The number of females in the The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. American Dream is alive and well. And something else these two ga- U.S. as of December 2013. The number of MEADOWS). Under the Speaker’s an- rages and these two families—David males was 156.1 million. nounced policy of January 3, 2013, the and Barbara Green as well as Norman 2 to 1: At 85 and older, the approximate gentlewoman from Missouri (Mrs. and Elizabeth Hahn—have in common ratio by which women outnumbered men in HARTZLER) is recognized for 60 minutes is that they care for not only their cus- 2012 (3.9 million to 2.0 million). as the designee of the majority leader. tomers and having a high-quality prod- JOBS GENERAL LEAVE uct, but they also care about their em- 74.8 million: The number of females 16 and Mrs. HARTZLER. Mr. Speaker, I ask ployees. They both have provided a lot older who participated in the civilian labor unanimous consent that all Members of high-quality benefits to their em- force in 2012. Women comprised 47.4 percent may have 5 legislative days in which to ployees, paying them well, and also of the civilian labor force in 2012. revise and extend their remarks and in- providing health care for years, as well 41.6%: Percent of employed females 16 and clude extraneous material on the sub- as other benefits. over in 2012 (annual average) who worked in ject of my Special Order. But I am sad to say both of these management, professional and related occu- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there businesses and both of these families pations, compared with 34.7 percent of em- objection to the request of the gentle- are in trouble, and these businesses are ployed males in the same year (annual aver- woman from Missouri? in jeopardy of having to close—not be- age). There was no objection. cause of the economy. Like I said, MILITARY Mrs. HARTZLER. Mr. Speaker, to- Hobby Lobby is actually planning to 1.6 million: Number of female veterans in night I would like to share the tale of open 70 more stores. There is a need. the United States in 2012. two garages: the American Dream and People want their products. It is not EARNINGS the threat to that American Dream. because of any other reason other than, $37,791: The median annual earnings of The first garage is down in Okla- sadly, the government. women 15 or older who worked year-round, homa, and it is owned by David and his The government is threatening these full time in 2012. In comparison, the median wife Barbara. In 1972, David and Bar- American businesses, what we need annual earnings of men were $49,398. bara borrowed $600, and they began more of. They are providing good jobs 77¢: The amount that female year-round, making picture frames in their garage. and are providing health care. They are full time workers earned in 2012 for every dol- They had a dream. They said, you in jeopardy of closing because our gov- lar their male counterparts earned. This ratio know: People might want to buy ernment and our Representatives, a was statistically unchanged from 2011. premade frames. There are pictures all few years ago, passed the President’s the time that people take, and we EDUCATION health care takeover law. And part of could do that. that was a mandate that said, if you 11.3 million: Number of women college stu- So they enlisted their two sons, dents in fall 2012. Women comprised 56.8 provide health insurance for your em- Steve and Mart, and they began build- ployees, you have to include abortion- percent of all college students. ing those picture frames. And then 31.4: Percent of women 25 and older who inducing drugs. It doesn’t matter that they opened up a retail location—actu- you already had a good policy that had obtained a bachelor’s degree or more as ally, it was 300 square feet in size—and of 2012. your employees like; you have to do they started selling those picture that. And if you don’t, you are going to 25%: Percentage of women 18 and older frames, and it was very, very success- with an alternative educational credential— be fined not just a little bit, but a lot. ful. And now, their dream has just blos- I have a poster here I want to show such as professional certifications, licenses somed into 556 stores in 41 States, and you that shows the injustice of this and educational—not statistically different from 70 more are scheduled to open this mandate. You have two numbers here: men. However, women had higher rates of al- year. $36,500; $2,000. Here is the situation for ternative credentials than men at the bach- They have now what started out in these two families: elor’s degree and advanced degree levels. the garage with just David and Barbara The ObamaCare law says that if you 15%: Among people with advanced de- and their two sons, they have 16,000 don’t provide health care for your em- grees, the percentage of women who held full-time employees. And we all know ployees, we are going to fine you $2,000 educational certificates compared with 12 per- that store. I am sure many of us have an employee; but if you do provide cent of men; 51 percent of women held pro- been there. It is called Hobby Lobby. health insurance for your employees fessional certifications or licenses compared We love it. It has expanded now not but just don’t include the abortion-in- with 43 percent of men. just to picture frames, but all kinds of ducing drugs, then we are going to fine VOTING art and decorating supplies. And their you $36,500. Where is the justice in 63.7%: Percentage of female citizens 18 headquarters is actually located just that? Where is the common sense? and older who reported voting in the 2012 down the street from that garage in I am from Missouri, and we are the presidential election, in comparison to 59.7 Oklahoma City. Show Me State. Show me how this percent of their male counterparts. The other garage is over in Pennsyl- makes any sense at all. This is the sit- MOTHERHOOD vania, and it is owned by Norman and uation that faces the Hahn family and 85.4 million: Estimated number of mothers Elizabeth Hahn. They have three sons: the Green family. They are providing in the U.S. in 2009. Norman, Anthony, and Kevin. And in their health insurance coverage. They 1.9: Average number of children that women 1964, about 40 years ago, they, too, had are conscientious. Due to their beliefs, 40 to 44 had given birth to as of 2010, down a dream, and they started in their ga- they believe that all life is valuable,

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We would have tens of thousands jobs, livelihoods, and health care plans forcing Americans to follow a certain of people across this country out of that are now in jeopardy as a result of dogma rather than promoting a work just because of this government the ObamaCare HHS mandate. healthy society. takeover of health care. It is wrong. Tomorrow, the Supreme Court will Tomorrow, the Supreme Court will We have a long-standing tradition in be hearing oral arguments in both the hear the advocates for religious liberty this country of following something in Sebelius v. Hobby Lobby and Conestoga pitted against the voice in support of here. It is in the Constitution. It is an Wood Specialties v. Sebelius cases government moralism. From Plessy v. amazing little document that our challenging the constitutionality of Ferguson to Roe v. Wade to the Founders started. But you know the the ObamaCare HHS mandate. I am ObamaCare ruling, we have seen how a very first amendment to the Constitu- hopeful that the court will recognize handful of judges can take away our tion establishing our rights is that it and acknowledge that the mandate un- natural rights. I pray the Supreme lays out the importance of religious questionably infringes upon Ameri- Court will rule on the side of American liberty. It says: ‘‘Congress shall make cans’ rights of conscience and the free- liberty. no law respecting an establishment of dom to live and work according to The Supreme Court must protect the religion, or prohibiting the free exer- one’s faith or religious beliefs. First Amendment. The foundation of cise thereof.’’ This ObamaCare mandate wrongfully our Nation rests upon it. Our country has always upheld reli- forces American citizens to choose be- Mrs. HARTZLER. I thank Represent- gious freedom and the right to exercise tween their conscience or face oppres- ative BENTIVOLIO. Well said. and live according to your beliefs. sive fines, as the gentlelady has al- Foundational principle: religious lib- There are examples everywhere where ready pointed out, that will undoubt- erty. I thank you very much for that. we have done this before up until this edly destroy family-owned businesses Now I turn to the gentlewoman from point. Employees have been able to across this great country. Equally Minnesota (Mrs. BACHMANN) to share take off on Sundays or religious holi- alarming is that this mandate will her thoughts on this historic moment. days. That has been respected. Crosses drive employers to stop offering health Mrs. BACHMANN. I thank the gen- and other religious symbols have been insurance coverage to their employees tlelady from Missouri for hosting this respected. Certain special activity re- altogether to escape the encroaching important discussion because nothing strictions, like kosher foods, have been hand of government that is coercing in- could be more important and more honored. Not working certain days, dividuals to violate their fundamental basic to every American than standing Sabbaths, have been honored. There is freedoms. on the principle of our First Amend- even a religious conscientious objector We have to remember this is occur- ment rights of speech and religious ex- provision, where we have honored peo- ring at a time when ObamaCare is cut- pression. ple’s religious beliefs regarding mili- ting millions of jobs and forcing tax- You know, it was very interesting, tary service. Always our country has payers from full-time jobs to part-time just the week before last we had an ex- upheld the Constitution first and held jobs. This is unacceptable and com- pert on James Madison speaking to us, that sacred that it is our religious pletely contrary to the tradition of our and he wrote a book about Madison. right to live free. country and the principles of our demo- Madison is the author of our First You had the Pilgrims come to this cratic government. Amendment, and we had the document country. Why? So they could have reli- My hope and the hope of millions of in Madison’s own handwriting where he gious freedom. It is the foundation our other Americans is that the Supreme had his First Amendment. James Madi- country has been built on. And yet it is Court will act to protect Americans son crossed out the word ‘‘full tolera- being jeopardized, trampled on, and at- from this government infringement tion’’ when it came to religious lib- tacked by the Affordable Care Act. and reassert the full scope and intent erties, and instead he inserted not just Now, tomorrow, the U.S. Supreme of the liberties conferred upon all citi- belief but also the free exercise, the Court is going to hear the case of these zens through the First Amendment. acting of our beliefs. This is what two American families and see if they I again thank the gentlelady for America is about. We are standing here can be forced by their government to yielding. in the well of the House of Representa- go against their religious moral objec- Mrs. HARTZLER. I thank Represent- tives, the most important forum for tions. This is a historic moment. It is ative LATTA, and you brought up a freedom of speech in the world, and one that will have ramifications for- great point, of how employees can lose just beyond the double doors of this ever in our country. What do we stand coverage. They have health insurance Chamber lies the rotunda, and in the for? What will we allow our govern- now, these two families are offering it, rotunda is a painting of the Pilgrims, ment to do and inflict on our lives? and the Pilgrims are on their knees be- My colleagues and I are here tonight but an option they have is to drop cov- fore they come to the United States. It to share the concerns we have as we erage completely. How is that helpful is the ‘‘Embarkation of the Pilgrims.’’ stand up for the people that we rep- to these hardworking Americans who They have open before them a copy of resent and for what our Founders start- work there? ed this country on and why we want to Now I would like to turn to the gen- the Bible, the Geneva Bible, turned to stand for future generations, to protect tleman from Michigan (Mr. the New Testament. And why was it those freedoms that those who have BENTIVOLIO). that the Pilgrims came to the United gone before us stood up and fought for Mr. BENTIVOLIO. Mr. Speaker, I States? They searched for religious us, for our generation. And we hope and thank the gentlelady for giving me this freedom and toleration. One thing that the bill that will be pray that the Supreme Court will up- opportunity. before the Supreme Court tomorrow hold the Constitution and will not Mr. Speaker, I, along with 71 of my addresses is this issue: will toleration jeopardize it or trample on it. colleagues, have signed on to the brief So I thank my colleagues for coming in support of Hobby Lobby. We must be a two-way street? I think it is. Tol- tonight, and I would like to ask my fight for religious freedom. In respond- eration should not be just the govern- ment-enforced coercion of govern- friend from Ohio, BOB LATTA, to share ing to the Hobby Lobby case, the Presi- his thoughts on this very important dent has acknowledged how critical re- ment’s beliefs on every American, be- historic moment. ligious liberty is to our freedom. I cause that is what is happening in a couldn’t agree more. family business, for the Green family b 2045 There is a reason why the Bill of with Hobby Lobby or the Hahn family Mr. LATTA. Mr. Speaker, I thank Rights prioritizes our right to religious with Conestoga. This is the govern- the gentlelady for first hosting this freedom: our Founders knew people ment enforcing its beliefs down the

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These busi- out interference by the Federal Gov- LANKFORD from Oklahoma to give us nesses pay very good wages and they ernment. Our forefathers did not flee your insights in this moment of his- offer very good benefits to their em- from oppressive nations, build a coun- tory. ployees. So here is what we are being try on liberties, and emblaze them in Mr. LANKFORD. I thank the gentle- looking at: either the business pays the Bill of Rights just for this adminis- lady for hosting this conversation and over $36,000 a year per employee for the tration to trample on them over and for standing up for liberty. I have seen price of standing up for their moral be- over again. you on this floor over and over again, liefs, or they have to give up health in- Yet the rule issued by the adminis- speaking up for what is right in our surance altogether for their employees tration under ObamaCare does just Nation. I very much appreciate that. and pay the government a $2,000 fine that. This administration now man- When a family runs their business by per employee. Who, I ask you, benefits? dates that religious nonprofits and the principles of their faith, which That is dealing with a case that is com- businesses must provide health care those principles used to be protected in ing before the court tomorrow. benefits that go against their funda- America, can a President step in and An even more fundamental issue is at mental beliefs. If businesses and non- say: I disagree with your faith, and so stake, and it is this: here we are, Rep- profits do not comply with this man- I will pass a regulation. resentatives of the United States Con- date, they are penalized with crippling This is very important because some gress, and we are having to fight Presi- fines that the gentlewoman from Mis- people believe this is written into the dent Obama on whether or not we can souri has talked about. These fines can law. It is not. This is a regulation that retain our constitutional rights and go up to $100 per day per employee. was selected by this President. Can a liberties. That is what is at stake. This means that if a business decides President step in and say, I am going We are standing here for the Con- to provide health care but does not to create a new regulation that you stitution. We are standing here for comply with the mandate, they can can no longer practice your faith at every man and every woman in the owe up to $36,500 for one employee for work? You can practice your faith at United States that agrees with those the year. This is in comparison to the home, but you can’t practice your faith rights. This is a discussion worth hav- $2,000 they could owe for not providing at work. ing. I thank the Speaker. I thank the any health insurance—any health in- Hobby Lobby is a family-owned busi- gentlelady from Missouri. Tomorrow is surance—for that same employee at ness. It doesn’t want Washington to be an extremely important day, and I all. its boss. They believe that abortion thank God for all of the wonderful Mr. Speaker, not only does this not takes the life of a child and that every Members of Congress who are standing make any sense, it is discrimination by child deserves the chance at life. What up for these important issues. They are the Federal Government and it is is wrong with that? not negotiable. They are not for sale at wrong. This mandate puts the jobs, the If a Federal employee disagrees with any price. livelihoods, and the health care of mil- the faith practice of someone in a com- Mrs. HARTZLER. I thank Represent- lions of Americans at risk. It forces pany, does that business have to ative BACHMANN. Very well said. I those who stand up for their conscience change their faith, change it to the thank God for Members here as well to choose between paying detrimental faith of the Federal employee, or can who are standing up for religious free- fines that could shut down their busi- they keep their own faith? ness or dropping health care coverage, doms. I thought she said it so well: Is b 2100 toleration going to be a two-way as has been discussed before, com- street, or are we going to allow this pletely for their employees altogether. It is now the rule that to open a com- government to impose its will, its mor- Mr. Speaker, I ask you: Should the pany or to work in a job or to get als on the rest of us? Thank you for Federal Government be allowed to tell health care, you have to have the same sharing. the St. Louis Post-Dispatch what they religious convictions as the President Now I turn to my fellow friend from can and cannot print? Should the Fed- of the United States. Missouri, Representative ANN WAGNER, eral Government tell my neighbors in If you don’t, you will be fined until and look forward to hearing what she Ballwin, Missouri, what they can and you change your faith practice. That is has to say. cannot say about their government not what we are founded on; that is not Mrs. WAGNER. I thank the gentle- leaders? Should the Federal Govern- who we are—every faith, every oppor- woman for yielding and for hosting this ment tell George, the seminarian from tunity for every person to live out Special Order. There is no greater de- St. Louis County, what he can and can- what they believe at home, at work, fender or champion for faith or family not preach? and in the community. or freedom than Congresswoman VICKY Mr. Speaker, while in many parts of Just days ago, the President spoke at HARTZLER. the world authoritarian governments the National Prayer Breakfast about Mr. Speaker, I rise tonight to protect control the press, prohibit freedom of the cornerstone right of the free ex- the conscience of the American people. speech, and only allow for certain be- pression of religion. That includes Since taking office in January of last liefs, that cannot be the case in the Americans who believe that children year, I have heard from countless con- United States of America. We will not, are a gift of God and they should be stituents on how the government is I believe, stand by and watch this ad- nurtured and cared for, not discarded abusing their individual freedoms ministration strip away our freedoms. I as tissue. under ObamaCare over and over again. will continue to fight on behalf of the Washington is not the boss of every I recently heard from my con- constituents of Missouri and all the American. Our Constitution matters, stituent, George, a seminarian from St. American people to keep this the land freedom of religion matters, and, quite Louis County, about the administra- of the free. frankly, children matter. tion’s mandate. He notes that what the Mrs. HARTZLER. Thank you, ANN. This family is not some corporate administration is asking Catholic hos- That was great. It really goes back to ogre trying to rule over their employ- pitals and nonprofits to do is in direct people like George. The individuals are ees. They are my neighbor. They live a opposition to our Catholic beliefs. He having their liberties violated, and it is mile from my house. They are a quiet writes to me: wrong. It is just chilling what he said: family. They are a great family that Mrs. WAGNER, I ask you to please stand up Are we going to allow this government has lived out their faith. They are a for us. We are being persecuted and unjustly to discriminate against citizens of tremendous community partner in so forced to comply with procedures that are in faith? We don’t want that to happen. many ways in our community and conflict with our own beliefs. Thank you for your comments. around the country and, quite frankly,

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.055 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2603 around the globe with what they have Mr. PITTS. Mr. Speaker, first, I want America. The Hahn family is facing a done to take care of the poor and the to thank the gentlelady for hosting difficult choice that no American needy and the people of faith all over this Special Order. This is so important should have to face. the world. because, tomorrow, the U.S. Supreme We hope and pray that the Supreme They are an incredible gift to our Na- Court will hear arguments in the case Court will uphold a basic Pennsylvania tion, yet they are being told: you can- of Hobby Lobby and Conestoga Wood value and a basic American value and not practice your faith anymore. Specialties against Sebelius. I have the the First Amendment right to religious This is not something new that they privilege, tomorrow, to sit in the freedom. are doing. The government changed the Chamber and listen to the oral argu- Every American, including family rules on them. They didn’t change ments. businessowners, should be free to live their practice. Suddenly, a new admin- At the heart of the argument is the and work according to their beliefs istration walked in and changed the question about whether you stop fol- without the fear of punishment or coer- rules and said: you can no longer live lowing your conscience when you go cion by the government. your faith at work. into business. For family businesses Americans don’t give up their free- Well, I am honored that they have like Conestoga Wood Specialties, lo- dom when they open a family business. stepped up and they have said not so, cated in my Congressional district, Let’s hope and pray that the Supreme not so for their business, not so for faith and business are not separate. Court will uphold all of our rights to businesses around the country. All of Their business would not be the same religious freedom here in this great us have seen the lists and lists and lists if they did not apply the values that country we call America. of waivers that this administration has guide their life. I visited this business. I yield back. Mrs. HARTZLER. Thank you, gentle- given for the Affordable Care Act, I have talked to their employees. I men. So true. Family-owned businesses waivers for the employer mandate, know the Hahn family. They are sin- waivers for the income and verification have a right to not be coerced into giv- cere Mennonites and wonderful people ing up their faith just for providing requirements, waivers for the Small of faith and good business people. Business Health Options Program, a jobs. It is those values that prompted Con- Now, I would like to turn to my waiver just given a month ago. estoga Wood to provide quality health The administration delayed the re- friend and truly a leader here for fami- insurance to their employees in the quirement for businesses with fewer lies and life and common sense, Rep- first place. They provided health insur- than 100 employees to offer health in- resentative CHRIS SMITH. ance long before this regulation or surance until 2016; and then this one, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. mandate came along under ObamaCare. just March the 5th, a few days ago, the Speaker, I want to thank my good No government mandate had to tell administration announced it will allow friend and colleague from Missouri for them that it was the right thing to do. people to keep noncompliant insurance her outstanding leadership on behalf of Now, the government wants to use plans through 2016—that is, noncompli- the life issues, for her courage, and for force and fines to stipulate the details ant except in this area. her consistent approach to these vital In this one area, they have said: no, of what that plan covers. Conestoga issues that really are also passing. She we are not going to give a waiver for Wood and many other businessowners has been a leader for so long. Thank that one; instead, we will fine you of faith now find themselves in a catch- you for organizing this, this evening. $36,500. Everyone else that is non- 22 of conscience. Mr. Speaker, I, like my colleagues, compliant, we will give you a waiver, The First Amendment and the Reli- am grateful that the U.S. Supreme except for Hobby Lobby and other busi- gious Freedom Restoration Act were Court took up this critical case for re- nesses like them. They get no waiver. meant to guard against using the ligious liberty; and I—we, Mr. Speaker, They get the hammer. heavy hand of government to infringe are hopeful that the court will provide Is that fair? Is that right? Is this on our religious rights. We should not much-needed relief from this discrimi- what we have really become as a Na- have to leave our faith at the church natory ObamaCare policy. tion? I think better of us. door. Under the Obama administration’s I look forward to the Supreme Court Under the First Amendment, we are coercive mandate, family-owned busi- taking up this case and setting things guaranteed freedom of religion, and I nesses like Hobby Lobby and Conestoga straight because, in this country, we might remind you, it is the First Wood have found themselves in the im- have a constitutional right to speak Amendment. It is not the Second possible situation of being forced to out and to live out our faith. Amendment. It is not the Sixth or the violate their moral or religious beliefs With that, I yield back to the gentle- 16th or the 26th. It is the First Amend- or face crippling fines. This not only lady. ment. It is the first thing mentioned in puts businesses in serious and unneces- Mrs. HARTZLER. Thank you, Rep- the First Amendment—freedom of reli- sary risk, but also employees who may resentative LANKFORD. I am so glad gion, not freedom from religion. lose their jobs, as well as their health you shared about this family. You Pennsylvania has a long history of care. know them. What a treasure they real- people of differing faiths engaging in It is the height of hypocrisy, Mr. ly are to our Nation and the world, as commerce. 100 years before there was a Speaker, for the Obama administration you said, and truly courageous, stand- First Amendment, William Penn estab- to coerce family businesses that pro- ing up, putting their business on the lished his colony as a place where reli- vide generous health care for their em- line, saying this is worth fighting for. gious dissenters could find freedom and ployees into a situation that may force Those who have gone before us have safety. them to close and to shutter their busi- fought for us. Now, it is time for us to The Forefathers of the Hahn family— nesses. stand up and fight. Thank you for shar- Mennonites and others—came to Penn- The ObamaCare financial penalties ing that. sylvania because it was advertised as a are draconian, egregious, and without You are right. They are trying to place where you could live and work precedent in U.S. law. Under change the regulations. You can’t prac- freely according to your religious be- ObamaCare, family businesses that do tice your faith at work, being coerced liefs. provide health care for employees, like to change your faith practice, gave These people of faith supported them- the Hobby Lobby, but object to cov- waivers to others, but they give the selves with businesses, and the colonial ering certain drugs and devices—in Green family the hammer. Well said. authorities in Pennsylvania let them their case, that provide for abortions— Thank you. apply their principles freely. These will be fined up to $36,500 per year, per Now, I turn to someone who knows principles of religious freedom would employee. That is outrageous. the other family involved in the Su- later inform the founding of our Repub- For the Green family of Hobby preme Court decision, who has the lic, and something that had at first Lobby, this could mean an amount to honor of representing the Hahn family. been uniquely Pennsylvanian would be- nearly half a billion dollars in fines That is my friend and courageous lead- come part of our national culture. every year. There is no way they can er for faith, family, freedom, for years, Family-owned and -operated busi- absorb that kind of body blow without Representative JOE PITTS. nesses provide millions of good jobs in closing their doors.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.057 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2604 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 24, 2014 I would note, parenthetically, that a those who seek according to their faith that is their stated Christian belief and company that does not provide any and their moral code. because that is the way they choose to health care insurance—the gentlelady Under the weight of the mandate’s exercise it—I don’t see any lawsuits from Missouri spoke about this in her ruinous fines and penalties, many busi- over that—nonetheless is saying, in opening comments—will be fined some nesses could be forced to shut down, their health care plan, they simply $2,000 per year, clearly, an unfair bur- eliminating jobs. I would never have cannot provide certain drugs that den, but far less than the $36,500 per believed that this kind of religious vio- would violate the dictate of their faith, year, per employee, if they refuse, lation could occur in the United States certain drugs that this administration again, to include certain drugs or de- of America, but it has. The Supreme has deemed ‘‘preventative.’’ vices that violate their moral or reli- Court must end this abuse. Another irony here is, when most of gious tenets. I yield back to my good friend. us were looking at the health care bill When you calculate that out for the Mrs. HARTZLER. Absolutely. This is when it was first passed, there was a Green family of Hobby Lobby, dumping a moment in history, a moment of op- portion that was put in there called their existing health care coverage for portunity, for this Supreme Court to ‘‘prevention services.’’ Now, I did not employees could result in fines up to stand up and to do the right thing. Half vote for the health care bill. I believe $26 million per year; again, a huge pen- a billion dollars in fines, half a billion we need the right type of health care in alty, but that is still $448 million less dollars in fines this company is facing. our country, one that actually reduces than if they actually provided health Thank you for bringing home what costs and improves health care out- insurance and remained true to their that means. comes and protects vulnerable people; but what we have instead is a huge core convictions, which they will do. b 2115 Mr. Speaker, this burdensome pen- shift of cost to unsustainable govern- alty is completely unfair, unreason- You know they are going to coerce. ment spending and a serious erosion of able. It is unworkable, and it is uncon- You said that it is draconian, that it is health care liberties. We can do better scionable. The Obama administration unprecedented, that they are going to than this. We must do better than this. is saying: we will punish you, we will force you. That is the definition of a Buried in that health care bill was hurt you, we will even put you out of bully. ‘‘We are going to bully you into prevention authority. To me, that business for providing health care to doing what we think is right.’’ We means that we are going to try to pre- your employees, unless you provide stand up against that in every other vent the onset of diabetes or the onset health care according to the govern- arena, and we are standing up against of heart disease—chronic disease— ment’s conscience. it here as well. which is part of what is driving up our Also, employees currently on their Now I would like to turn to my friend health care costs and which is that we business health plan could lose their from Nebraska, Representative JEFF could maybe get underneath if we were coverage that they desperately need for FORTENBERRY, to share his thoughts at all thinking about and adhering to the their families, as well as for them- this moment in history. principles and dynamics of wellness. selves. Secretary Sebelius and Presi- Mr. FORTENBERRY. First, let me That is what I thought it was about. dent Obama have no business whatso- thank the gentlelady from Missouri for Instead, it is an ideology of the admin- ever imposing their morality on people her leadership, not only tonight, but on istration’s that is imposing upon peo- of faith, but that is exactly what their this absolutely most critical issue. ple of faith or other Americans who oppressive mandate does. Mr. Speaker, there is an important simply do not have a faith perspective The Supreme Court, Mr. Speaker, has court case tomorrow, one that has on this but who know that religious a duty to protect the religious and con- come upon our country fairly quietly. I freedom is a first freedom and the gov- science rights of the Greens and the am not sure most Americans actually ernment should not coerce people from Hahns and everyone else suffering gov- know what is at issue here. What is at their deeply held, reasonably held be- ernment-imposed harm. The U.S. high issue is whether or not the relationship lief systems or those who have ethical court must act to protect the First between the government and her people sensibilities to certain types of drugs Amendment rights of these families. will fundamentally shift, whether the and procedures. That is what is at issue Protecting these rights also protects government will be able to coerce peo- here, and if it goes the wrong way, the their employees. ple who disagree as to the content of relationship between the government Let’s make no mistake about it, Mr. what their health care should be based and her people will ultimately change. Speaker. This mandate and its delete- upon their religious faiths or their You see, the government will then be rious effects and consequences are very deeply held ethical sensibilities. If they conferring this right of religious lib- much Obama’s willful intention. The don’t obey, they will be fined, as was erty, not protecting it. It will be decid- imposition of this attack on religious mentioned here earlier. ing who gets to exercise what type of freedom is no accident. It comes In a very ironic way, the case before religious liberty rather than protecting straight from the pages of ObamaCare. the Supreme Court tomorrow is about the individual conscience of the per- In December of 2009, in the runup to whether or not Hobby Lobby, a store at son—that sacred space that is inherent the passage of that legislation, Senator which millions of Americans, I assume, to the dignity of all persons—which is MIKULSKI offered an amendment which enjoy shopping—at which I enjoy shop- where our rights actually come from. provided the authorizing language for ping—that very outwardly celebrates, In the First Amendment of the Con- this oppressive mandate. projects, its Christian perspective in stitution, this is clearly stated, and it In 2009, the same year, when Presi- the way it conducts its business. I as- is reflected in the ideals of religious dent Obama spoke at Notre Dame Uni- sume, because of that perspective—the liberty and in the separation of church versity, which parenthetically is also desire to do the right thing by their and State. I have a copy of the original suing over the mandate, he spoke employees—they have established a Bill of Rights—not the ‘‘original’’ about drafting a sensible conscience good health care plan. If they drop original but a copy of the original—in clause—his words—and yet, today, pro- their health care plan, they will be my office, and actually penciled in tection of conscience is another highly fined $2,000 by the government. That is there, as they were working through visible broken promise of ObamaCare. all they will have to pay. Yet, if they the draft, is ‘‘the rights of conscience.’’ Mr. Speaker, to tell people that their refuse to go along with that which vio- That concept actually precedes the conscience is irrelevant and that they lates their religious perspective and principle of religious freedom because must follow the Federal Government’s fundamental ethical sensibilities, the it says, again, rights are not conferred conscience, rather than their own, is government will fine them $36,000. by the government. They come from completely antithetical to the Amer- Again, the irony here is striking in the inherent dignity of each person by ican principle of religious freedom and that a business that is doing the right virtue of who he is and the way in the First Amendment. thing, which is based upon the values which he has been created; and that Unless reversed, Obama’s attack on of their owners, which promotes good person’s ability to exercise who he is in conscience rights will result in govern- products that millions of Americans the most poignant way, particularly in ment-imposed discrimination against enjoy, which closes on Sunday because his religious faith, is a sacred space

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Many millions have had the eight children, and they lived in the have been a few precedents before this courage to fight, and many have died west coast of France, and her father in which they have gotten it right. In to protect our Nation in this constitu- was a fisherman. One day, he was lost fact, the Little Sisters of the Poor has tional right. We all have a duty to our at sea, and the family was reduced to gotten an injunction so that this is not fellow Americans and to the world to poverty. As a teenager, Jeanne Jugan being forced upon it at the moment. reclaim a true religious liberty in our went out and worked as a maid serv- The deeper principle here that is at Nation because this goes beyond our ant, doing servile labor, to help the stake is whether or not the First borders. America has been a beacon of family and to help sustain herself. She Amendment to the Constitution, which liberty for people around the world for received a proposal of marriage, but in guarantees the right to religious free- more than two centuries. As people her own discernment decided that was dom—an appropriate separation be- blessed with liberty, we have a special not appropriate for her, and she, appar- tween church and State—is going to obligation to protect it and to proclaim ently, lived a quiet and humble life. hold and remain that most cherished it for all the world to see. Especially One day, outside in the cold, she saw freedom in our country to come. today, as we see around the world at- a woman who was blind and paralyzed Mrs. HARTZLER. Thank you, gen- tacks on religious freedom, we must and freezing, and she picked her up and tleman. stand up here in America. brought her to her own bed. This was a A fundamental shift this would rep- I want to thank all of my colleagues key turning point in Jeanne Jugan’s resent, you said. The relationship be- for standing up here today and for con- life. Perhaps she always knew her life tween the government and her citizens tinuing to work in Congress to protect would turn out this way. There was a will forever change. That is chilling. our religious freedom, and I want to religious order called the Little Sisters I appreciate your sharing the story of pray for wisdom for our Supreme Court of the Poor, which traced its origins the Little Sisters of the Poor to show Justices tomorrow as they consider back to that simple act of kindness, to that this isn’t just about the two enti- this very critical, fundamental case. Jeanne Jugan. She was canonized a ties that are before the Supreme Court We all must rededicate ourselves and saint by Pope John Paul after a med- tomorrow. In fact, there are 94 dif- continue to fight for religious freedom ical doctor from the Omaha area of Ne- ferent lawsuits around the country in our Nation, without which freedom we would be giving up on a funda- braska received a miraculous cure from other small businesses and enti- mental principle that underlies this after having asked for her intercession. ties and colleges and others that, too, are being forced into this. So this has greatest of nations. She was recently canonized a saint. Mrs. HARTZLER. Thank you, Rep- The Little Sisters of the Poor are not huge implications, not just for the 94 resentative LIPINSKI. nuns on a bus, and they are not polit- that have bravely, courageously stood It is so true that we are and have ical activists. They just take care of up and said ‘‘no’’ and challenged it, but been the beacon of liberty for this the vulnerable elderly through health for each and every citizen. world, and this Court decision tomor- care facilities. Yet they find them- With that, I would like to thank my row has implications for not only our selves having to sue the Federal Gov- friend, Representative DAN LIPINSKI country and its citizens but for those ernment to be able to exercise their re- from Illinois, for coming here today. I around the world. I, too, was a teacher, ligious freedom as they see fit. appreciate his leadership of the Pro- and I appreciate that, how we taught That is what this health care bill has Life Caucus and of other pro-family our students what the basic rights brought about through this prevention liberty issues. were, but this decision will impact mandate. It is a direct frontal assault So thank you for coming. What their futures, too. If government can on America’s first freedom, so much so would you like to share tonight? force its citizens to go against their Mr. LIPINSKI. I thank Mrs. that a group of humble nuns—and as I basic, most fundamental, moral values HARTZLER for yielding and for her lead- spoke to one, she told me: In the elder- and consciences, what else can it do? ership on this critical issue, which is ly, we just see Christ—that has dedi- With that, Representative ANDY HAR- cated its life to the poor and vulnerable not just as partisan issue. I am a Dem- RIS of Maryland, thank you for being in health care is now having to fight in ocrat. I know this is not a partisan here tonight. The floor is yours. the court system for its right to exer- issue—religious liberty. Mr. HARRIS. I want to thank the cise its religious faith as it sees fit. This is not even just a foundational gentlelady from Missouri for hosting So tomorrow’s decision, while it is American principle. It is a funda- this Special Order hour this evening. about two very strong businesses— mental human right. Many of the men Mr. Speaker, the gentleman from Il- Hobby Lobby and Conestoga Wood—has and women who came to America were linois talked about people who come to very vast ramifications. Even the peo- fleeing religious persecution and were this country in fleeing religious perse- ple who are in religious orders who searching for a place where they could cution. As the gentlelady may be have set up charitable institutions are freely exercise their faiths. They had aware, my mother emigrated from being forced by the government to, the courage to pledge their lives, for- Ukraine. She was, in fact, a Ukrainian again, buy products through their tunes, and sacred honor to the cause. Greek Catholic. As the gentlelady health care plans for their employees, As a number of my colleagues have probably knows of the history, when products that are inconsistent with stated, the First Amendment to our the Soviet Union took over Ukraine, their faith traditions. As one of the Constitution starts with these words: they persecuted the Ukrainian Greek nuns told me: It violates our con- ‘‘Congress shall make no law respect- Catholic Church, burning them to the science. We didn’t want to sue the gov- ing an establishment of religion, or ground. It is ironic that we are dis- ernment, but yet here we are. prohibiting the free exercise thereof.’’ I cussing this here—and that the Su- I am glad to have had a little bit of used to teach my American Govern- preme Court will be taking up this opportunity with you tonight, my good ment students that, clearly, this was issue—as we are seeing what is going friend VICKY HARTZLER, to discuss this not freedom to worship—just the free- on with religious persecution in most essential of issues because, if we dom to go on Sunday or Saturday or Ukraine this week and last week, don’t speak, who is going to speak? I whatever day of the week that you where the church in Dora, for in- am not quite sure that all of America worshiped—but a freedom to exercise stance—the Ukrainian Greek Catholic has really realized what is at stake at religion in the way they see proper. Church—burned to the ground because, 10 o’clock tomorrow morning—whether As First Lady Michelle Obama stated you see, the Russian Government the government will be allowed to co- at a conference of the African Meth- didn’t agree with the Ukrainian Greek erce Americans into violating that fun- odist Episcopal Church, our faith jour- Catholic Church’s beliefs.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.059 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2606 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 24, 2014 b 2130 When I spoke about this issue, court that without violating their deeply So what do they do? They burn challenges were already coming for- held religious and moral convictions. churches to the ground. ward on this HHS mandate, but know- It is simply unacceptable that Presi- It is interesting. We have to learn the ing that the Chief Justice is a Roman dent Obama’s health care law requires lesson, though, because they tried that. Catholic, I issue a strong challenge to people of faith to violate their con- After World War II, the Soviet Union the Chief Justice. science rights. This happens when reg- tried to destroy churches that way, but Given the history of the Catholic ulations issued pursuant to the law they learned the lesson that the church Church in this country, it has been one forces them to pay for services such as is not the building. The church is the of severe discrimination at times. I abortifacient drugs when they provide group of believers who share common, would ask the Chief Justice—the decid- health insurance for their employees. deeply held religious beliefs. That is ing vote—to consider his core convic- The hostility in the President’s why when the Soviet Union fell, the tions. I believe he bears a particular health care law towards people of faith churches that they thought they had burden to protect the religious lib- is made clear when you consider the burned to the ground rose up. erties of employers and their employ- penalty scheme in the law. If these I would suggest that what is going on ees from the excesses of his very own family-owned businesses do not comply in Oklahoma City with Hobby Lobby constitutional creation. with the mandate, they could be fined and in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, with The court asked to be in the middle $100 per day per employee. That Conestoga Wood Products is a church of this position. They asked for the amounts to $36,500 per year per em- burning without a match. In fact, it is government to have the right to tell ployee, even if the health insurance even more insidious because you can’t businesses what to do, whether for provided is of excellent quality. see something. You can’t see the ashes. profit or nonprofit or businesses or Compare that with the $2,000 fine per But in fact, if the government has its non-businesses as well. year per employee if they stopped of- way with these two employers, they What is at stake here is not the fering insurance altogether. will attempt to persecute them for choice of businesses alone. What is at How is that fair, just, or respectful of their religious beliefs and attempt to stake here is not necessarily what the their beliefs? destroy them. That is not the way it is government can tell selected entities. This poster, Mr. Speaker, is striking. in America. At stake is our Constitution and our This discrepancy is simply indefen- As the gentleman from Illinois said, rights and freedoms as Americans. sible. Looking at these numbers, you there are plenty of places in the world We were founded on the issue of reli- would think that this administration where that may be true, but we do have gious freedom and liberty from our thinks that it is more important for an a First Amendment. We have a First very beginning. Tomorrow, I stand employer to provide abortifacient drug Amendment that doesn’t protect with the businesses, the non-busi- coverage than it is to provide com- church buildings, it protects religious nesses, and the private entities as well. prehensive health insurance coverage believers in whatever walk of life they Mrs. HARTZLER. Thank you, gen- that would cover items such as cancer are in, whatever they are doing, from tleman. Well said. treatment. the government imposing their belief We have been here, and we are not As the Supreme Court considers this system, whether it is the case of a be- done yet. My time is about done, but case tomorrow and hears oral argu- lief of a religious body or a belief that we are going to continue on here be- ments, I join men and women of faith you shouldn’t provide life-destroying cause we believe in standing up for the from western Pennsylvania and across drugs. Because that is what is at issue Constitution. We believe in the First the country in defending conscience in these cases. Amendment: religious liberty. We be- rights and religious liberty, and stand- And I would hope that the Supreme lieve in our country and our future and ing with Hobby Lobby and Conestoga Court realizes that this country does our children’s future. We want to pre- Wood. have a First Amendment and that its serve those freedoms that others have I thank the gentleman from Texas. job, its duty, our duty is to protect the sacrificed for. Mr. GOHMERT. I thank my friend religious beliefs of every individual, in- So I want to thank all my colleagues from Pennsylvania very much. They cluding those owners of Conestoga who have come here tonight and have are very, very good points. Wood Products and Hobby Lobby, who shared their wisdom and their insights Also along the lines my friend was deserve the right and freedom in Amer- into this. Let us pray tomorrow that talking about, some of us were here ica to believe their religious beliefs and the Supreme Court hears the words when our fine President stood at that not have the government impose that we have spoken and rules on the podium and spoke to all of us here and theirs. side of freedom. he said in his speech that in his bill So I thank the gentlelady from Mis- With that, I yield back the balance of there would be no funding of abortion. souri. my time. We all heard that. In fact, there was Mrs. HARTZLER. Well said. Thank f such an involuntary response of JOE you for sharing your story. WILSON to categorize that statement. I now have a friend from Kansas, RELIGIOUS FREEDOM IN THE From the bill, we had seen from the CONSTITUTION Representative TIM HUELSKAMP. Democrats it was clear there was going Mr. HUELSKAMP. Thank you, Con- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under to be money forced out of taxpayers’ gresswoman. It is a pleasure and honor the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- hands and forced to fund abortion, and to join you tonight. I will keep my uary 3, 2013, the Chair recognizes the we now know that is true. comments short. gentleman from Texas (Mr. GOHMERT) Most of the time, the decent thing to You have heard the words here to- for the remainder of the time until 10 do, if you find out that something you night. You have heard the words ‘‘reli- p.m. said was simply not true, the decent gion tax.’’ You have heard the words Mr. GOHMERT. Mr. Speaker, at this thing to do is to step up and say, You ‘‘religious litmus test.’’ You certainly time I would like to yield to my friend know what? JOE WILSON, you were heard the words ‘‘religious liberty.’’ Of from Pennsylvania (Mr. ROTHFUS). right, but it was unintentional. I didn’t course, we also heard that the prin- Mr. ROTHFUS. I thank the gen- mean to misrepresent anything. So I ciples of the First Amendment have to tleman from Texas. I also want to want to set this straight. do with religious liberty and religious thank the gentlelady from Missouri for Instead, it is like this administration freedom. organizing the previous hour’s discus- has doubled down and said not only is I was on the floor the day after the sion on this very important issue. the government funding it, but you are Supreme Court decision on the Presi- Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the going to have to fund abortion for your dent’s health care law, and I would like people of faith at companies like employees, and it doesn’t matter that to issue a challenge to what is gen- Hobby Lobby and Pennsylvania’s Con- you have firmly held religious convic- erally considered the swing vote of this estoga Wood. These companies want to tions against it. current court, the Chief Justice him- provide health insurance for their I just wanted to mention to my col- self. workers, and they should be able to do leagues that before I came to the floor

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00040 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.062 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2607 to hear the wonderful work that our for protecting human life because I be- which we were founded and not an ideo- friend Mrs. HARTZLER has been doing— lieve life is a gift from God. I believe logical agenda driven by points it made is she from the ‘‘Show Me’’ State or that that gift from God is also ex- by hurting others. what—I walked by where Roger Wil- pressed and was expressed by the I agree with my friend from Texas. I liams’ statue has always been since I Founders when they said that they was always taught that, when you have been here. Apparently, they have would stand up for the right to express make a mistake, just say: look, I made moved statues, because he is not there. our religious liberties. As ROGER WIL- a mistake. It has been in the last week I know LIAMS was just spoken of, that right to But that is not what this administra- they have moved Roger Williams. say: This is what I believe, and this is tion wants to do. They want to con- Roger Williams was born in England why I am in this country. tinue to beat an ideological driven pol- between 1603 and 1606. He grew up a And that is what we are talking icy. They went to continue to beat member of a privileged class. He re- about here. It is not only life at birth down and say: this is what we believe, ceived a liberal arts education from Sir and in the womb, but it is life ex- and you will believe like us because we Edward Coke. pressed outside of that and the God- are not so sure that the essentials of This is from the Capitol Web site. given, I believe, rights that are ex- the Constitution are essential any- He abandoned the study of law to be- pressed in our Constitution. more. come a priest in the Church of Eng- So for me, I not only understand that It is time that I hope tomorrow, Mr. land. He was interested in the Puritan life begins at conception, but life con- Speaker, that the argument made be- movement and the newly established tinues all through until natural death. fore the highest court in the land is Massachusetts Bay Colony. He was That natural life here in America is ex- that there is a right to protect life, warmly welcomed to the New World by pressed in ways that we can contribute that there is a right, even better, to Massachusetts Governor John Win- our life to others. How we express it have religious liberty protected; and throp. He arrived in Boston. should not be taken away. that, when I get up and I go in or I Williams was an adamant separatist. Unfortunately, this administration is have my business, that those rights He accepted a post as an assistant pas- too preoccupied with its own ideolog- aren’t checked at the door, and that, tor in Salem, reputedly a friendly ical commitment to its definition of when you look at priorities of this place. However, his teachings were good health insurance to care about country—when, God forbid, they look deemed radical, and he was banished back a number of years from now and from Massachusetts Bay Colony in other points of view. That is why it they say: I hope they stood up for the 1635. He founded the colony of Rhode continues spending so much time and rights that the Constitutional Found- Island in 1636. energy and, by the way, taxpayer re- I know each State gets to choose sources trying to silence those who do ers founded. And when they do that, then they which two statues you want to have. I not share its view of the contraceptive will see our priorities. They will see look forward to him coming back. I am mandate. the ones on this floor tonight, and they sure that they would never have per- Just a few months ago, I stood on the manently removed the statue of the floor of this House and thought I would will say what is priority is what we founder of Rhode Island. There is no- never have come to the House of Rep- spend on and what we plan on. For this administration, it is obvious body I can think of more appropriate. resentatives and ever determined that I just thought it probably is appro- it would have been non-essential to that theirs is an ideological driven priate that a man that staked his en- have religious liberty protected on the agenda that says the Constitution only tire life on religious freedom would not floor of this House or in this country. when it is convenient, and I will only pay for it, but I will punish you if you have his statue here to figuratively b 2145 witness what has gone on and what has don’t. That is just an amazing thought to passed in this Capitol. Mr. Speaker, that is wrong. It is time To talk about this issue further, I me, that we would even have to think to change it. want to yield to my friend from Geor- about that; but under the President’s Mr. GOHMERT. I thank my friend nonsensical policies that was just ex- gia, DOUG COLLINS. from Georgia so very much. I need to Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. I thank the pressed by the gentleman from Penn- come to where he preaches some time gentleman from Texas for yielding. I sylvania, businessowners would face and get some more of that good preach- also thank the gentlewoman from Mis- fines of $36,500 for each employer every ing. That was outstanding; and I know, souri, who started our night off. I think year they were offered health insur- as a servant to the country in Congress there has been a lot said as we go for- ance consistent with their religious and our military, as he is, as well as a ward in bringing this important mat- convictions. servant of Christ, what a powerful mes- ter. On the other hand, they could just sage. I want to take just a little bit of a quit offering health care altogether By the way, Mr. Speaker, you may different tack as we talk about the and only pay $2,000. not be aware—I wasn’t until today—in issues of tonight. Tell me what the priorities of this past times, when there was oral argu- I believe we are blessed to live in a administration are, and I will show you ments in which Members of Congress time when medical research and tech- the money. I have always said: you were interested, we could call over to nology have allowed us to extend and want to see the priorities of somebody the Clerk of the Supreme Court, and improve human life in ways we never in life, look at their checkbook, and they normally just make one bench— thought possible, and the truth of this look at their calendar. sometimes more—but at least one pew matter is that why we are standing This administration’s priorities are there available for Members of Con- here tonight is about life. It is about found in their checkbook, and they are gress, either as the Speaker would allo- an understanding of life, and it is about found in their calendar because that is cate or first come. the life not only of the unborn, but also what they want to punish us for, and But anyway, the Marshal of the Su- those born, and the right to express the they have got a timeline to do it, and preme Court, Pamela Talkin, has de- life that is given to them. they said now is the time. cided that, though it has always been From the moment of conception, That is the argument to be made by reciprocity in the past, we invite the each individual has unique DNA that the Supreme Court tomorrow, the ar- Supreme Court to come and watch dictates his or her gender, eye color, gument you want to step forward with speeches they may care to, reciprocity blood type, and countless other speci- Hobby Lobby and others, that when between the House and Senate, the fications. Even from his or her earliest they step forth before those Justices Marshal, Pamela Talkin, perhaps she moments, a child in the womb has the tomorrow, they say here is the priority got guidance from one of the Justices ability to respond to his or her envi- of this country. or the Chief Justice, but Members of ronment, as well as adapt to that envi- The priority of this country should Congress are not going to have a re- ronment. be that it protects religious liberties, it served spot, which is interesting. We These scientific facts are amazing, protects what is found in the Constitu- are supposed to oversee that Court, but I have an even deeper motivation tion, it protects those liberties upon just as they oversee the Congress.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.063 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2608 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 24, 2014 So as of today, I am going to be the And Conestoga Wood Specialties be- Amendment. I would like to caution all most outspoken supporter of getting cause of their principled stand against of my colleagues and the American cameras in the Supreme Court. I think this oppressive mandate. Religious people that the more we allow the Fed- it is time. If they are going to do some- freedom is a foundational component eral Government to do for us, the less thing untoward, we need to have people of American greatness. It is of utmost freedoms we, as Americans, enjoy. be able to see it. importance that we do everything we For me, I will stand with the First As Members of Congress, if we are can to defend it. Amendment, the Constitution, and funding them, we need to be able to see I look forward to the Supreme with the American people and stand for what they are doing in there with our Court’s decision, and I hope and I pray freedom and liberty. own eyes, so we need to get cameras in that this will be a positive precedent Mr. GOHMERT. I thank my friend there, and we can thank Pamela Talkin for future religious freedom cases. from Florida for those strong words. for that. Mr. GOHMERT. I thank my friend We had strong words from the Vati- At this time, I yield to my dear from Colorado so very much. We have can Chief Justice, as reported by CBS friend from Colorado (Mr. LAMBORN). done much together in our time here, today. They quoted him, the Vatican Mr. LAMBORN. I thank the gen- and I am grateful for his service. Chief Justice, as saying: tleman from Texas (Mr. GOHMERT) and Mr. Speaker, I yield to my good It is true that the policies of the President also the gentlewoman from Missouri friend from Florida (Mr. YOHO), for of the United States have become progres- (Mrs. HARTZLER) for putting this time such time as he may use. sively more hostile toward Christian civili- together tonight. Mr. YOHO. I thank the gentleman zation. He appears to be a totally secularized Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support from Texas, along with the gentle- man who aggressively promotes anti-life, of Hobby Lobby Stores and Conestoga woman from Missouri, for starting this antifamily policies. Wood Specialties as they take a stand discussion. I know he professed Christianity, so I for religious freedom against the un- Mr. Speaker, I rise today—or to- don’t necessarily agree with all of constitutional coercive ObamaCare night—not only in firm opposition to those statements; but how profound HHS mandate. the Affordable Care Act, but also to the when the Vatican Chief Justice feels All Americans, including family Affordable Care Act’s religious man- compelled to make that kind of state- businessowners, should have the free- date. ment. dom to live and work according to I would like to take you back to Mr. Speaker, for the remainder of our their religious values without fear of March of 2009, when a one-sided govern- time, I yield to my dear friend from the government punishing them for ment passed a bill, and they said that Louisiana (Mr. SCALISE). doing so. Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I thank This issue of religious liberty is not we have to pass it to see what is in it, the gentleman from Texas (Mr. GOH- limited to these two employers. Many we have to pass it to see how it is going to work. I think what we are seeing MERT). family-owned small businesses and I thank the gentlewoman from Mis- nonprofits across this country have ex- today is evidence of that, and we are souri (Mrs. HARTZLER) for your leader- pressed grave concern about this man- just seeing the tip of the iceberg. ship in bringing to light an incredibly date from the Obama administration. In accordance to this terrible law, important issue that is going to be de- It forces them to violate their deeply- HHS issued rules that health care plans bated right across the street from held religious beliefs or face crippling must include all FDA-approved contra- where we stand today in the House over penalties. ceptives, including drugs that can ter- In my home State of Colorado, Her- minate a human embryo and steriliza- at the Supreme Court. cules Industries, founded in 1962 by tion services. The Hobby Lobby case deals with so William Newland, a family-owned heat- The HHS mandate only contains an much more than just one company, but ing, ventilation, and cooling manufac- exemption for churches, but not for re- it really deals with one of the funda- turer with locations all over Colorado, ligious nonprofits or businesses run by mental rights that has been laid out in including Colorado Springs, has been people of faith who are morally op- our Constitution, and that is the right forced into this legal dilemma as well. posed to such practices. of religious freedom. As devout Catholics, the Newland The HHS mandate puts jobs and the What does that right really mean? family has always worked to run their health care of millions of Americans at Just how much ability does the Federal companies in a way that reflects their risk. It forces people who stand up for Government have to impede upon that sincerely-held religious convictions. their conscience to choose between right, especially when we talk about This is why, when the Obama adminis- paying crippling fines and dropping the right of a President—in this case, tration issued this mandate to force health care coverage altogether for Barack Obama—to put out an edict them to violate those beliefs and pro- their employees, as you have seen ex- that would literally take away that vide coverage of potentially life-termi- pressed over and over again tonight; right to religious freedom from mil- nating drugs and devices, they had to yet it excludes some people of certain lions of Americans that enjoy it today file a lawsuit to protect their religious faiths, the Muslim faith or the Amish and have enjoyed it since the beginning freedoms. faith, because participating in group of our country? Hercules Industries already provides health insurance is a form of gambling If you will look at the rostrum right generous health insurance for their em- and that is against their religious be- above the Speaker, it says, ‘‘In God We ployees through a self-insured group liefs, but yet it won’t exclude people Trust.’’ A lot of people across the coun- plan. With 265 full-time employees who are morally opposed against this. try would be surprised because there throughout its various locations, Her- The First Amendment was put in are school boards, there are other gov- cules could be facing over $9 million in place for a reason, to protect religions ernmental bodies that right now have government fines each year. beliefs from being attacked by the Fed- threats against them if they try to This comes if they refuse to violate eral Government. The ACA, or pray before any kind of governmental their deeply-held religious convictions ObamaCare, completely disregards this service. and if they don’t comply with the and attacks the freedom of America’s In schools—in many schools across Obama mandate to provide drugs to conscience. our country today, that right of reli- their employees that the Newland fam- We are a nation of free individuals gious expression is being challenged by ily believes can end human life. who should not have to forsake our re- groups every single day, and they What an unbearable choice the ligious beliefs and rights of conscience threaten different groups, schools, Obama administration has burdened in order to adhere to legislation that other governmental organizations; yet, them with. Not only is the HHS man- was quickly passed into law before all here in the House Chamber, we pray at date an attack on religious liberty, it the disastrous effects could be consid- the beginning and the start of every also puts into jeopardy jobs and health ered. session every day. care of millions of Americans. We, as Americans, must take this op- We have ‘‘In God We Trust’’ embla- Mr. Speaker, I support businesses portunity to stand up to the Federal zoned right above the Speaker’s ros- like Hercules Industries, Hobby Lobby. Government and to protect our First trum, and it is there for a reason.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:39 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00042 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR7.065 H24MRPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2609 It is because our Founding Fathers, It wasn’t the tenth of all ten amend- 25, 2014, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to when they created this Nation, they ments in the Bill of Rights. It was the the Committee on Energy and Commerce. didn’t say these were rights, the rights First Amendment that guaranteed reli- 5040. A letter from the Director, Defense Security Cooperation Agency, transmitting that they laid out in the Constitution. gious freedom. That is what we stand Transmittal No. 13-76, Notice of Proposed These were not rights that were given here in support of tonight. Issuance of Letter of Offer and Acceptance, by men. These were rights that were I sure hope the Supreme Court hears pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Ex- granted through men from God. those arguments as well and recognizes port Control Act, as amended; to the Com- Don’t take my word for it. These not just what we are talking about to- mittee on Foreign Affairs. were the writings of our Founding Fa- night, but what our Founding Fathers 5041. A letter from the Assistant Secretary, thers. They acknowledged God. They laid out as one of the basic funda- Legislative Affairs, Department of State, transmitting pursuant to section 102(g) of praised God. They talked about the mental tenets of our Nation’s constitu- great blessings of liberty given to us by the Foreign Relations Authorization Act for tional guarantee, and that is the right FY 1994 and 1995 (Pub. L. 103-236 as amended God. of religious freedom. by 103-415), certification for FY 2014 that no Yes, our Founding Fathers said that. I appreciate all of my colleagues United Nations affiliated agency grants any This isn’t some rightwing nut in the standing up in support of it, as we all official status, accreditation, or recognition Tea Party. Thomas Jefferson may have do; and hopefully, the Supreme Court to any organization which promotes and con- been considered one of those rightwing hears those pleas and rules the right dones or seeks the legalization of pedophilia; nuts, using the definitions of some of way. to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. the liberals running around this town 5042. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- Mr. GOHMERT. Thank you so much. ment of the Treasury, transmitting the today. Mr. Speaker, I am so grateful to the But if you look at what this Presi- semiannual report detailing payments made gentlelady from Missouri for calling so dent is doing right now, trying to to Cuba as a result of the provision of tele- many Members and leading this in this communications services pursuant to De- trample on those religious freedoms, time. partment of the Treasury specific licenses as the Hobby Lobby case is the epitome of Mr. Speaker, just closing with one required by section 1705(e)(6) of the Cuban where those tramplings of those rights line from Benjamin Franklin: Democracy Act of 1992, as amended by Sec- converge, to our job creators. tion 102(g) of the Cuban Liberty and Demo- This is a business that wants to just Without God’s concurring aid, we will suc- cratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996, 22 run and provide services to people all ceed in our political building no better than U.S.C. 6004(e)(6), and pursuant to Executive the builders of Babel confounded by our local across this country, a few locations in Order 13313 of July 31, 2003; to the Committee partial interests and becoming a byword on Foreign Affairs. my district. My wife likes going to down through the ages. Hobby Lobby. 5043. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- They shouldn’t have to be faced with Mr. Speaker, we pray for his wisdom ment of the Treasury, transmitting As re- quired by section 401(c) of the National a dilemma every time they cut their for the Supreme Court. I yield back the balance of my time. Emergencies Act, 50 U.S.C. 1641(c), and sec- paychecks to their employees of wheth- tion 204(c) of the International Emergency er or not they are going to violate f Economic Powers Act, 50 U.S.C. 1703(c), a their own religious freedoms just to six-month periodic report on the national LEAVE OF ABSENCE continue operating as a business in this emergency with respect to Somalia that was country. By unanimous consent, leave of ab- declared in Executive Order 13536 of April 12, Nobody should be faced with the sence was granted to: 2010; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. threat of our government taking away Mr. BENISHEK (at the request of Mr. 5044. A letter from the Chairman, Occupa- tion Safety and Health Review Commission, their religious freedoms just to be able CANTOR) for today and March 25 on ac- transmitting the Commission’s strategic to operate as a business; and yet, that count of attending a family funeral. plan for fiscal years 2014 through 2018; to the is what is happening right now with Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD (at the request Committee on Oversight and Government the President’s mandate through his of Ms. PELOSI) for today. Reform. 5045. A letter from the Attorney Advisor, own health care law. f It is not just limited to businesses, Department of Homeland Security, transmit- Mr. Speaker. If you look at what is ADJOURNMENT ting the Department’s final rule — Special Local Regulations; Eleventh Coast Guard also happening, you know, the Presi- Mr. GOHMERT. Mr. Speaker, I move dent loves talking about a war on District Annual Marine Events [Docket No.: that the House do now adjourn. USCG-2013-0361] (RIN: 1625-AA08) received women. This President loves dividing The motion was agreed to; accord- February 26, 2014, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. this country anywhere he gets the op- ingly (at 10 o’clock p.m.), under its pre- 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- portunity for political gain to try to vious order, the House adjourned until tation and Infrastructure. divide Americans against each other. tomorrow, Tuesday, March 25, 2014, at 5046. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- How shameless that is. 10 a.m. for morning-hour debate. cialist, Department of Transportation, trans- Where is the President’s war on mitting the Department’s final rule — Air- women when it relates to religious f worthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA-2013-0466; Direc- freedom? EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, It is against people like the Little torate Identifier 2012-NM-156-AD; Amend- ETC. ment 39-17749; AD 2014-03-12] (RIN: 2120-AA64) Sisters of the Poor, a Catholic order of received March 14, 2014, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. nuns that is just trying to do good for Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive communications were taken from the 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- people. They are forced to sue the Fed- tation and Infrastructure. eral Government because this Presi- Speaker’s table and referred as follows: 5047. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- dent, Barack Obama, wants to make 5037. A letter from the Under Secretary, cialist, Department of Transportation, trans- Little Sisters of the Poor pay for abor- Department of Defense, transmitting the De- mitting the Department’s final rule — Air- tion-inducing drugs as part of their partment’s report presenting the specific worthiness Directives; Diamond Aircraft In- amount of staff-years of technical effort to condition of providing health care. dustries GmbH Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA- be allocated for each defense Federally 2013-0937; Directorate Identifier 2013-CE-029- Otherwise, they are in violation of the Funded Research and Development Center AD; Amendment 39-17762; AD 2014-04-04] (RIN: law. during fiscal year 2015; to the Committee on 2120-AA64) received March 14, 2014, pursuant What law, Mr. Speaker, would force Armed Services. to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Catholic nuns to pay for abortion-in- 5038. A letter from the Assistant Secretary, Transportation and Infrastructure. ducing drugs just to comply with Department of Defense, transmitting a re- 5048. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- health care laws? port on the Repair of Naval Vessels in For- cialist, Department of Transportation, trans- That is what is at stake here. That is eign Shipyards, pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 7310; to mitting the Department’s final rule — Air- why it is so important, this debate that the Committee on Armed Services. worthiness Directives; 328 Support Services is going to happen across the street, 5039. A letter from the Program Analyst, GmbH (Type Certificate Previously Held by Department of Transportation, transmitting AvCraft Aerospace GmbH; Fairchild Dornier and that is why it is so important that the Department’s ‘‘Major’’ final rule — Fed- GmbH; Dornier Luftfahrt GmbH) Airplanes we all come together to stand up eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standards; Occu- [Docket No.: FAA-2013-0702; Directorate against this kind of oppression of reli- pant Crash Protection [Docket No.: NHTSA- Identifier 2012-NM-181-AD; Amendment 39- gious freedom. 2013-0121] (RIN: 2127-AK56) received February 17753; AD 2014-03-15] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received

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(Type Certificate Previously Held by Mr. CALVERT, Ms. MATSUI, Ms. ESHOO, Congress has the power to enact this legis- Eurocopter France) (Airbus Helicopters) Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California, Mr. lation pursuant to the following: [Docket No.: FAA-2013-0351; Directorate SCHIFF, Mr. MCNERNEY, Mr. Article 1, Section 8 gives Congress the Identifier 2009-SW-049-AD; Amendment 39- FITZPATRICK, and Mr. GARAMENDI): power to ‘‘make all Laws which shall be nec- 17770; AD 2 014-04-11] (RIN: 2120-AA64) re- H.R. 4285. A bill to facilitate State and essary and proper’’ to execute the enumer- ceived March 14, 2014, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. local governmental entities in developing ated power of regulating ‘‘Commerce with 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- and implementing private sector job cre- foreign Nations, and among the several tation and Infrastructure. ating programs through local government fi- States, and with the Indian tribes.’’ The ti- 5050. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- nancing of the installation of energy effi- tles of the American Energy Renaissance Act cialist, Department of Transportation, trans- ciency, water conservation, and renewable deals existing laws affecting the production mitting the Department’s final rule — Air- energy generation improvements on pri- and transportation of energy among the worthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Air- vately owned property with the financing to states and Indian tribes and the export of en- planes [Docket No.: FAA-2012-1226; Direc- be repaid from assessments that may be lev- ergy to foreign countries. torate Identifier 2012-NM-122-AD; Amend- ied on the local property tax bill, and for By Mr. CASTRO of Texas: ment 39-17741; AD 2014-03-04] (RIN: 2120-AA64) other purposes; to the Committee on Finan- H.R. 4287. received March 14, 2014, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. cial Services. Congress has the power to enact this legis- 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- By Mr. BRIDENSTINE (for himself, lation pursuant to the following: tation and Infrastructure. Mr. COOK, and Mr. YOHO): The Congress shall have power . . . To 5051. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- H.R. 4286. A bill to free the private sector make all laws which shall be necessary and cialist, Department of Transportation, trans- to harness domestic energy resources to cre- proper for carrying into execution the fore- mitting the Department’s final rule — Air- ate jobs and generate economic growth by going powers, and all other powers vested by worthiness Directives; The Boeing Company removing statutory and administrative bar- this Constitution in the government of the Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA-2014-0125; Direc- riers; to the Committee on Natural Re- United States, or in any department or offi- torate Identifier 2013-NM-119-AD; Amend- sources, and in addition to the Committees cer thereof. ment 39-17778; AD 2014-05-05] (RIN: 2120-AA64) on Transportation and Infrastructure, En- By Mr. NEAL: received March 14, 2014, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. ergy and Commerce, Agriculture, the Judici- H.R. 4288. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- ary, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be Congress has the power to enact this legis- tation and Infrastructure. subsequently determined by the Speaker, in lation pursuant to the following: 5052. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- each case for consideration of such provi- Article, 1 Section 8 cialist, Department of Transportation, trans- sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the By Mr. PAYNE: mitting the Department’s final rule — Air- committee concerned. H.R. 4289. worthiness Directives; The Boeing Company By Mr. CASTRO of Texas (for himself Congress has the power to enact this legis- Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA-2013-0866; Direc- and Mr. FORBES): lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 4287. A bill to advance the public torate Identifier 2013-NM-131-AD; Amend- Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 of the Con- health by encouraging independent ment 39-17743; AD 2014-03-06] (RIN: 2120-AA64) stitution innovators to pursue drug repurposing re- received March 14, 2014, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. The Congress shall have Power . . . To reg- search and develop new treatments and cures 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- ulate Commerce with foreign Nations, and by providing appropriate intellectual prop- tation and Infrastructure. among the several States, and with the In- erty protections for those innovations, and 5053. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- dian Tribes. for other purposes; to the Committee on the cialist, Department of Transportation, trans- Judiciary. f mitting the Department’s final rule — Air- By Mr. NEAL: ADDITIONAL SPONSORS worthiness Directives; The Boeing Company H.R. 4288. A bill to provide certain protec- Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA-2013-0830; Direc- tions from civil liability with respect to the Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors torate Identifier 2013-NM-128-AD; Amend- emergency administration of opioid overdose were added to public bills and resolu- ment 39-17776; AD 2014-05-03] (RIN: 2120-AA64) drugs; to the Committee on the Judiciary. tions, as follows: received March 14, 2014, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. By Mr. PAYNE (for himself and Mrs. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- H.R. 6: Mr. COSTA and Mr. SESSIONS. BROOKS of Indiana): tation and Infrastructure. H.R. 32: Mr. SHUSTER. H.R. 4289. A bill to amend the Homeland H.R. 60: Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. CUMMINGS, Mr. 5054. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- Security Act of 2002 to require the Under AL GREEN of Texas, and Mr. MCDERMOTT. ment of Labor, transmitting the Depart- Secretary for Management of the Depart- H.R. 118: Mr. MCNERNEY. ment’s twentieth annual report prepared in ment of Homeland Security to take adminis- H.R. 460: Mr. DOYLE. accordance with section 207 of the Andean trative action to achieve and maintain inter- H.R. 477: Mr. STEWART. Trade Preference Act (ATPA); to the Com- operable communications capabilities among H.R. 487: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. mittee on Ways and Means. the components of the Department of Home- H.R. 494: Mr. SIMPSON and Mr. MURPHY of 5055. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- land Security, and for other purposes; to the Florida. ment of Health and Human Services, trans- Committee on Homeland Security. H.R. 522: Mr. MULLIN. mitting Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Of- H.R. 580: Mrs. HARTZLER. fice Fiscal Year 2013 Report to Congress; f H.R. 594: Mr. MORAN. jointly to the Committees on Energy and CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY H.R. 596: Mr. FRANKS of Arizona. Commerce and Ways and Means. STATEMENT H.R. 647: Mr. GUTIE´ RREZ and Mr. BYRNE. 5056. A letter from the Inspector General, H.R. 683: Mr. TIERNEY. Railroad Retirement Board, transmitting fis- Pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII of H.R. 713: Mr. COFFMAN and Mr. PASCRELL. cal year 2015 Congressional Justification of the Rules of the House of Representa- H.R. 721: Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. BISHOP of Budget for the Office of the Inspector Gen- tives, the following statements are sub- New York, Mr. HIMES, and Mr. BYRNE. eral; jointly to the Committees on Appro- mitted regarding the specific powers H.R. 833: Mr. TIERNEY. priations, Transportation and Infrastruc- granted to Congress in the Constitu- H.R. 949: Ms. ESHOO. ture, and Ways and Means. tion to enact the accompanying bill or H.R. 1020: Mr. DESANTIS. f joint resolution. H.R. 1070: Mr. BLUMENAUER, Mr. VAN HOL- By Mr. NEUGEBAUER: LEN, Mr. SCHRADER, and Mr. KILMER. PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS H.R. 4284. H.R. 1141: Mr. BLUMENAUER, Mr. LARSON of Under clause 2 of rule XII, public Congress has the power to enact this legis- Connecticut, and Mr. KENNEDY. bills and resolutions of the following lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1175: Mr. SERRANO. H.R. 1249: Mr. KLINE. titles were introduced and severally re- Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18 The Congress shall have Power to make all H.R. 1250: Mr. WESTMORELAND. ferred, as follows: Laws which shall be necessary and proper for H.R. 1286: Mr. ISRAEL and Mr. GARAMENDI. By Mr. NEUGEBAUER: carrying into Execution the foregoing Pow- H.R. 1313: Mr. PALLONE and Mr. WAXMAN. H.R. 4284. A bill to amend the Endangered ers, and all other Powers vested by the Con- H.R. 1318: Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD and Ms. Species Act of 1973 to encourage greater stitution in the Government of the United LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ of California. State input and authority over species and States, or in any Department or Officer H.R. 1333: Ms. BROWN of Florida and Mr. habitat management by allowing States to thereof. GARAMENDI.

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H.R. 1339: Mr. PERLMUTTER. H.R. 3335: Mr. CASSIDY, Mr. LAMBORN, Mr. H.R. 4141: Mr. JONES and Mr. DUNCAN of H.R. 1354: Ms. DUCKWORTH and Mr. BRALEY HENSARLING, Mr. WALDEN, Mr. FARENTHOLD, Tennessee. of Iowa. and Mr. SHUSTER. H.R. 4148: Ms. DELAURO, Mr. JOHNSON of H.R. 1431: Mr. KEATING, Ms. SLAUGHTER, H.R. 3344: Mr. LOWENTHAL. Georgia, Ms. CHU, and Mr. CONYERS. Mr. CAPUANO, Mr. TONKO, and Mr. DEUTCH. H.R. 3367: Mr. HARPER, Mr. FARENTHOLD, H.R. 4149: Mr. CRAMER. H.R. 1490: Mr. DESJARLAIS. Mr. RIBBLE, and Mr. RENACCI. H.R. 4154: Mr. GERLACH. H.R. 1551: Mr. WHITFIELD, Mr. JONES, and H.R. 3383: Mr. CICILLINE. H.R. 4155: Mr. STOCKMAN and Mr. PERRY. Mr. CRAWFORD. H.R. 3395: Mr. TIERNEY. H.R. 4162: Mr. JEFFRIES. H.R. 1563: Ms. JACKSON LEE and Mr. GENE H.R. 3461: Mr. BERA of California. H.R. 4164: Mr. CHABOT. GREEN of Texas. H.R. 3478: Mr. MILLER of Florida. H.R. 4169: Mr. WELCH and Mr. O’ROURKE. H.R. 1620: Ms. CHU. H.R. 3493: Mr. GARAMENDI and Mr. UPTON. H.R. 4184: Mr. GARAMENDI. H.R. 1666: Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. H.R. 3494: Mr. NEAL, Ms. SHEA-PORTER, Mr. H.R. 4188: Mr. YOUNG of Indiana, Mr. H.R. 1692: Mr. JEFFRIES. TONKO, Mr. HIMES, Mr. FORTENBERRY, Mr. DELANEY, Mrs. BEATTY, and Mr. THOMPSON of H.R. 1701: Mr. GRIFFIN of Arkansas. CROWLEY, and Mr. CARNEY. Mississippi. H.R. 1725: Mr. LOEBSACK and Mr. SERRANO. H.R. 3500: Mr. CARTWRIGHT. H.R. 4190: Mr. BRALEY of Iowa. H.R. 1726: Mr. HANNA. H.R. 3505: Mr. LANCE, Mr. LOEBSACK, and H.R. 4205: Mr. NADLER. H.R. 1728: Mr. HIMES. Ms. KELLY of Illinois. H.R. 4208: Ms. WATERS, Mr. SWALWELL of H.R. 1761: Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS, Mr. H.R. 3513: Mr. O’ROURKE. California, Mr. THOMPSON of California, and BOUSTANY, Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia, Mr. H.R. 3518: Mr. HONDA. Mrs. NEGRETE MCLEOD. DELANEY, Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. POSEY, Mr. H.R. 3530: Mrs. NOEM, Mr. WOLF, and Ms. H.R. 4213: Mr. GRIMM. BISHOP of New York, and Mrs. MILLER of ROS-LEHTINEN. H.R. 4225: Mr. SMITH of New Jersey, Mrs. Michigan. H.R. 3544: Mr. WEBSTER of Florida, Mr. MILLER of Michigan, Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Il- H.R. 1763: Mr. TIERNEY. FORBES and Mr. VEASEY. linois, Mr. PAULSEN, and Mr. FRANKS of Ari- H.R. 1772: Mr. STEWART. H.R. 3571: Mr. LANCE and Mr. ISRAEL. zona. H.R. 1775: Mr. TIERNEY. H.R. 3600: Mr. KILMER, Mr. BUCHANAN, Mr. H.R. 4227: Mr. SIRES. H.R. 1915: Ms. SLAUGHTER, Mr. CONYERS, SIRES, Mr. STIVERS, Mr. GRIJALVA, Mr. H.R. 4229: Ms. BROWN of Florida, Mr. GRAY- Mr. VAN HOLLEN, and Ms. LEE of California. KEATING, Mr. MCDERMOTT, Ms. CLARKE of SON, and Ms. GABBARD. H.R. 1998: Mr. UPTON. New York, Mr. LOEBSACK, and Ms. HANABUSA. AVIS H.R. 2084: Mr. ROSS. H.R. 3619: Mr. FARR. H.R. 4249: Mrs. D of California. H.R. 2143: Mr. GERLACH. H.R. 3620: Mrs. NEGRETE MCLEOD. H.R. 4254: Ms. LOFGREN. H.R. 2213: Mr. VARGAS. H.R. 3698: Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. H.R. 4255: Mr. MCDERMOTT and Ms. SCHA- H.R. 2254: Mr. BYRNE. H.R. 3708: Mr. MASSIE, Mr. HULTGREN, Mrs. KOWSKY. H.R. 2315: Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of BLACK, Mr. CRAWFORD, Mr. BROOKS of Ala- H.R. 4278: Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois, Mr. Texas. bama, Mr. JONES, and Mr. DESANTIS. SHERMAN, and Mr. COOK. H.R. 2405: Ms. LOFGREN. H.R. 3712: Mr. BERA of California. H.J. Res. 43: Mr. SWALWELL of California. H.R. 2415: Mr. LEWIS. H.R. 3714: Mr. JONES and Ms. SHEA-PORTER. H. Con. Res. 4: Mr. BARBER. H.R. 2429: Mr. LATTA. H.R. 3717: Mr. NUNES. H. Con. Res. 27: Mr. PIERLUISI and Mr. H.R. 2453: Mr. GERLACH. H.R. 3723: Mr. MEEHAN. ENGEL. H.R. 2536: Mr. ROYCE. H.R. 3728: Mr. LATTA, Mr. CLEAVER, Mr. H. Con. Res. 78: Ms. BASS. H.R. 2540: Mr. JONES. KELLY of Pennsylvania, and Mr. JONES. H. Con. Res. 87: Mr. DELANEY and Mr. H.R. 2548: Mr. BACHUS, Mr. YODER, Mr. H.R. 3740: Ms. FUDGE, Ms. WASSERMAN THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. CRENSHAW, Mr. DIAZ-BALART, and Mrs. SCHULTZ, Ms. SLAUGHTER, and Mr. BERA of H. Con. Res. 91: Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHN- BLACKBURN. California. SON of Texas, Mr. ISRAEL, and Mr. CONNOLLY. H.R. 2591: Mr. COHEN, Ms. BONAMICI, and H.R. 3742: Ms. MATSUI, Mrs. ELLMERS, Mr. H. Res. 72: Mr. LANGEVIN and Mr. GRAVES Mr. NADLER. DINGELL, Mr. LATTA, Mr. MATHESON, Mr. of Missouri. H.R. 2656: Mr. NADLER. CASSIDY, Mr. YARMUTH, Mr. OLSON, Mr. H. Res. 109: Mr. COOPER. H.R. 2662: Mr. LANGEVIN, Mr. PERLMUTTER, TONKO, Mr. LANCE, Mr. POMPEO, and Mr. BAR- H. Res. 188: Mr. TIERNEY. and Mr. WALDEN. ROW of Georgia. H. Res. 231: Mr. SOUTHERLAND, Mr. SABLAN, H.R. 2663: Mr. MORAN and Mr. SCHIFF. H.R. 3747: Mr. PETERSON. and Mr. CLEAVER. H.R. 2670: Mr. RUSH. H.R. 3761: Mr. CARTER and Mr. GUTHRIE. H. Res. 417: Mr. MCCLINTOCK. H.R. 2746: Mr. BRIDENSTINE. H.R. 3769: Mr. JONES. H. Res. 418: Mr. DEUTCH, Mr. CHABOT, Ms. H.R. 2750: Mr. TIPTON. H.R. 3771: Mrs. NEGRETE MCLEOD. NORTON. and Mr. SHERMAN. H.R. 2773: Mr. BISHOP of New York. H.R. 3776: Mr. COOPER. H. Res. 456: Ms. DELBENE, Mrs. WALORSKI, H.R. 2788: Mr. HECK of Washington. H.R. 3854: Mr. MCINTYRE, Mr. WELCH, Mr. and Mr. SMITH of Washington. H.R. 2807: Mr. DEFAZIO and Mr. TONKO. DAVID SCOTT of Georgia, and Mr. MCGOVERN. H. Res. 480: Mr. HANNA. H.R. 2825: Mr. SERRANO and Ms. PINGREE of H.R. 3877: Mr. MCGOVERN and Mr. KILMER. H. Res. 494: Ms. FOXX, Mr. FORBES, Mr. Maine. H.R. 3930: Mr. FARENTHOLD, Mr. COLLINS of STIVERS, Mr. CONNOLLY, Mr. STEWART, MS. H.R. 2870: Mr. REICHERT and Mr. HIMES. Georgia, Ms. NORTON, Mr. RUSH, Mr. WEST- EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas, Mr. H.R. 2892: Mr. HOLDING. MORELAND, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Mr. JOYCE, Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA, Mr. KING of New York, Ms. H.R. 2901: Ms. CLARKE of New York, Mr. KINGSTON, and Mr. RENACCI. WILSON of Florida, Mr. GENE GREEN of Texas, GRIJALVA, Mr. HECK of Washington, Ms. H.R. 3954: Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania and Mr. RANGEL, Ms. FRANKEL of Florida, Mr. SPEIER, Mr. MARINO, Mr. REICHERT, Ms. Mr. HINOJOSA. ROGERS of Alabama, Mr. LOEBSACK, Mr. ESHOO, and Mr. CONNOLLY. H.R. 3989: Mr. COTTON and Mr. COFFMAN. ROSS, Mr. YOUNG of Alaska, Mr. HOLDING, H.R. 2939: Mrs. MILLER of Michigan, Mr. H.R. 3991: Mr. GARDNER, Mr. SOUTHERLAND, and Mr. BERA of California. LYNCH, Mr. GOSAR, Mr. HIGGINS, and Mr. Mr. SIMPSON, Mr. GRAVES of Missouri, Mr. LOEBSACK. BRALEY of Iowa, and Mr. THOMPSON of Mis- f H.R. 2957: Mr. GRIFFIN of Arkansas and Mr. sissippi. BISHOP of New York. H.R. 4012: Mr. KLINE. H.R. 2989: Mr. GUTIE´ RREZ and Mr. DOYLE. H.R. 4016: Mr. CONYERS, Mrs. CAPPS, Ms. CONGRESSIONAL EARMARKS, LIM- H.R. 2994: Mr. FARR, Mr. GARCIA, and Mr. SLAUGHTER, Mr. DAVID SCOTT of Georgia, and ITED TAX BENEFITS, OR LIM- BISHOP of New York. Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. ITED TARIFF BENEFITS H.R. 2996: Mr. BENTIVOLIO and Mrs. WAG- H.R. 4031: Mr. MCCAUL, Mr. CRAMER, Mr. NER. MARINO, Mr. RIGELL, and Mr. SCHOCK. Under clause 9 of rule XXI, lists or H.R. 3040: Mr. GEORGE MILLER of Cali- H.R. 4057: Mr. DINGELL and Mr. KILDEE. statements on congressional earmarks, fornia. H.R. 4058: Mr. BLUMENAUER. limited tax benefits, or limited tariff H.R. 3043: Mr. DAINES. H.R. 4080: Mr. RUSH. benefits were submitted as follows: H.R. 3090: Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. H.R. 4092: Ms. PINGREE of Maine. H.R. 3162: Mr. ROE of Tennessee. H.R. 4106: Mr. COTTON and Mr. GRIFFIN of OFFERED BY MR. BISHOP OF UTAH H.R. 3179: Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Arkansas. The amendment filed to H.R. 1459 by me H.R. 3211: Mr. FORBES. H.R. 4108: Ms. LEE of California and Mr. does not contain any congressional ear- H.R. 3303: Mr. RANGEL and Mr. OLSON. COSTA. marks, limited tax benefits, or limited tariff H.R. 3322: Ms. LEE of California and Mr. H.R. 4112: Mr. LEWIS, Ms. NORTON, and Mr. benefits as defined in clause 9 of House Rule JEFFRIES. POLIS. XXI.

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Vol. 160 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, MARCH 24, 2014 No. 46 Senate The Senate met at 2 p.m. and was work things out so it hasn’t been nec- Since this was blocked by some Re- called to order by the President pro essary, but everyone should understand publicans, these important sanctions tempore (Mr. LEAHY). we have a lot to do and we may have to have not taken place. Russian law- be in this weekend. If we are forced to makers voted to annex Crimea and PRAYER go through all the procedural hoops to Russian forces have taken over, in The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, of- be able to complete the important many instances by force, military fered the following prayer: Ukraine legislation, the important un- bases in Crimea. It is impossible to Let us pray. employment legislation, and the im- know whether events would have un- Creator and sustainer of our des- portant SGR legislation, and setting it folded differently if the United States tinies, You have loved us through the up so we can sometime next week get had responded to Russian aggression seasons of our lives. You accept us as on minimum wage, we are going to with a strong unified voice, which we we are, infusing us with Your peace, have to be in this weekend. There is did not do. and strengthening us with Your grace. just no way around it, and everyone When a few extreme Republicans Bless our lawmakers. Give them the should understand that. blocked action on this robust bill, I know I will immediately start hear- wisdom to follow Your leading, to live which was reported out of the Foreign ing from people: I have this event; I Relations Committee with a strong bi- with courage, and to release the powers have that event. It is Monday at 2 p.m. of goodness throughout our land. Lord, partisan vote, and then, when it came in the afternoon. It is only 11 a.m. in to the Senate floor, we sent a very empower them to run and not be the West. There is plenty of time to re- weary, to walk and not faint, as You weak message to the Russians by indi- schedule stuff or at least put it on cating we will work on this later; we keep them always in Your care. hold, because we just have no choice. won’t do it now. In spite of what some We pray in Your merciful Name. The only alternative is to take a week Republicans did with their obstruction, Amen. away from the break we are expecting President Obama moved forward with f to have. So everyone should under- additional sanctions, and I am glad he stand that it is possible the Senate will PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE did. The President is working closely need to work through the weekend to with our European allies to impose the The PRESIDENT pro tempore led the get all this work done. Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: most effective sanctions possible. That f I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the is, in effect, what he is working on United States of America, and to the Repub- UKRAINE today. lic for which it stands, one nation under God, Mr. REID. The first item the Senate In light of such clear-cut aggression indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. will consider, as I have already indi- against Ukraine, which continued as f cated, is a bipartisan package of aid to late as yesterday, it is difficult to be- Ukraine. It includes sanctions against lieve Republicans blocked that package RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY at all, but they did and it is almost un- LEADER Russia for their untoward actions against their neighbor, Ukraine. As we imaginable why they did this. They The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The prepare to debate this measure, I ad- blocked aid to Ukraine in order to pro- majority leader is recognized. vise all Senators it is customary to tect the anonymity of their big-time f show respect for the President—I am donors. They are saying: We will give confident everyone will—when he is the President the tools he needs to help SCHEDULE overseas. He is at a nuclear conference the beleaguered people of Ukraine but Mr. REID. Mr. President, following over there in Europe as we speak and it only if—only if—the 501(c)4 work being my remarks and those of the Repub- is an important meeting. President done by the Internal Revenue Service lican leader, the Senate will resume Putin is not there, but he has sent his and the Treasury Department is consideration of the motion to proceed Foreign Minister, as I understand it. stopped. to the Ukraine act. As we begin debate on this aid and That is pretty absurd, but that is the At 5:30 there will be a cloture vote on sanctions package, I also hope the Re- truth. It is all over the news today. So the motion to proceed to that impor- publicans who stopped action on this Republicans delayed this aid package tant piece of legislation. legislation prior to the break have con- for 10 days in order to protect the Koch We have so much to do this work pe- sidered how their obstruction affects brothers and billionaires just like riod and we have so much to do this our great country’s national security them. That is very hard to believe, but week. I know I have said this on other as well as the people in Ukraine, who it is true. Republicans objected to mov- occasions, and we have been able to are struggling so very much. ing forward with this aid package in

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VerDate Mar 15 2010 00:14 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24MR6.000 S24MRPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with SENATE S1678 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE March 24, 2014 order to protect the ability of the Koch each month. Some write, some call, health plans. Seniors have saved hun- brothers and other GOP donors to hide pleading for additional unemployment dreds of dollars on their prescriptions behind shadowy front groups—groups benefits because they have been out of because we are filling the doughnut that spend millions on political attack work and they can’t find a job. The sad hole. ads. This is the reason for holding up part about that is most of them are not I have heard from entrepreneurs who something that is so important to 46 kids. I mean that not in the negative finally—finally—can do what they million Ukrainians and important to sense. They are not young men and want to do, which is go out and start a our country. It is important for our se- women. Many of them trying to find a business of their own. They are entre- curity. But they objected to moving job are in their fifties and sixties and preneurs who have been locked into forward with this aid package unless, I they can’t find work because they have their jobs, but now they can leave. repeat, we agreed to allow the Kochs been laid off because of the recession, They are not locked into jobs to keep and billionaires just like them to con- depression—whatever we want to call their health insurance; they can have tinue anonymously spending millions it—and they can’t find a job. They need health insurance on their own; they and millions of dollars trying to buy this help. can strike out on their own without A number of these individuals have America’s democracy. Hard to believe, the fear of losing their health insur- been driven into poverty. One thing we but it is true. ance. Women are benefiting from free I applaud so very much the ranking have to do this work period is do some- preventive care, and people with pre- member of the Foreign Relations Com- thing about unemployment compensa- mittee, the junior Senator from Ten- tion, and we are going to try to do existing conditions, which I have nessee, as well as the senior Senator that. We have a bipartisan bill, and I so talked about, have signed up for health insurance for the first time. One life- from Arizona, JOHN MCCAIN, for their much appreciate the Republicans who impassioned defense of this bill prior to have stood up and agreed to help us long Republican called recently to say the break. No one spoke more fluently with that. that he and his son signed up for af- and with more articulation than those HEALTH CARE fordable insurance and saw the doctor two good men. They joined in defend- There are also people who call, and for the first time in years. They had ing bipartisan sanctions and the role of they are calling because they are been without health insurance because the International Monetary Fund in happy. They have hope. They do that of preexisting conditions they both stabilizing Ukraine’s economy and because for the first time in their adult have. But now that his insurance com- keeping Ukraine free. lives they have health insurance or pany can no longer discriminate The measure before the body includes they have health insurance that is against him or his son, they are get- vital loan guarantees, sanctions, and cheaper than they had last year. They ting the lifesaving care they need and IMF funding. That is what they are have family members who are disabled deserve. In the long run, this saves holding up more than anything else. In and who can now get health insurance. huge amounts of money for us as a so- the work we did on the omnibus, this They couldn’t do it before because they ciety. was one of the last items we tried to were considered to have a preexisting Across the country, families such as get done—IMF funding. But even back disability. People who are disabled are the one I just mentioned have been then they would not agree to IMF fund- really happy because they can get in- freed from the fear of going bankrupt ing unless Treasury stopped all work surance for the first time in their lives or reaching an arbitrary lifetime cap if on looking at these secret shadowy or if they have had it in the past, it has they get sick. The Affordable Care Act groups. If the American people knew been so outrageously costly that it was puts patients in charge of their own what they were doing—but they do not burdensome to them. health care decisions. There are many because they are hidden—these mil- Four years ago yesterday, President others on the other side of the aisle lions and millions they are spending on Obama signed the Affordable Care Act who don’t want this law to work. We ads around the country are hidden be- into law, making quality health care are approaching 13 million people, hind phony organizations. We couldn’t available to millions and millions of right as we speak, who have insurance get that IMF funding in the omnibus Americans for the first time in years. I now—or are using the benefits of this because Republicans opposed IMF fund- talked to the President’s Chief of Staff would be a better way to say it. Six ing unless they got relief from the the day we left for our work period at million people have signed up, and 3 Treasury Department. home. In the 2 days prior to that, 80,000 million people are on their parents’ This legislation provides money for people each day had signed up. Tens of health insurance because of this law. Ukraine—direct money. It is not very thousands of people every day are sign- We have at least 5 million or maybe much. But if the money we in effect ing up. We are fast approaching 6 mil- more who are there because of Med- owe the International Monetary Fund lion. Some say we will get over that. icaid. was received by the IMF, they would be The mix of people who are signing up This is wonderful. These people have able to multiply that money many is good. It is a good mix. We have a lot health care. It is good for our country. times over, what we put into this. As I of young people. There was a piece on I can’t imagine what the Republicans recall, it is $600 million. This would public radio this morning of a young expect done—just to say, OK, get rid of allow the International Monetary Fund man 21 years old who never had insur- all insurance we have? They keep talk- to go to other countries that partici- ance before but he said: You know, I ing about repealing this bill. What are pate in IMF funding and it would gen- need insurance, so I am going to buy they talking about? They have had erate more than the $600 million. some insurance. And it is really very about 60 votes to repeal it. It doesn’t Ukraine needs this money. inexpensive. We had Senator DURBIN on a Sunday Connecticut has such an unusual ex- work, and all the polling—which they show, Senator AYOTTE on a Sunday perience. They have two stores set up don’t talk about—is now saying: I am show speaking together about how this for people to come in and get their glad we have this. There are some who country needs our help. And without health insurance, and they have had don’t like the bill because they don’t this money, the help we give will be thousands of people who have done think it is strong enough. just a pat on the back, not really much that. Some people who aren’t very All the polls are somewhat mis- help. So I am very grateful to have the computer literate have been able to go leading that the Republicans have been support of Democrats and Repub- in and talk to somebody and sign up. throwing around here, but they are licans—this is bipartisan—to move this They had the example of one woman still spending millions of dollars on aid package forward this evening. who had struggled on the computer. disingenuous ads distorting the truth I hope the obstruction will stop. I am She didn’t know how to use it very about the Affordable Care Act and how hopeful and somewhat confident this well. She came in, and she saves $300 a it is benefiting millions of Americans. legislation will receive the strong bi- month for her health care. So that is We fought hard 4 years ago to pass this partisan support it deserves. what Connecticut has done, but there landmark expansion of quality, afford- UNEMPLOYMENT are many messages of hope out there. able health care, and we will fight just Like all Senators, I get lots and lots Families have college-aged children as hard to make sure the law works for of letters and emails and phone calls who have stayed on their parents’ every American family.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 00:14 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G24MR6.001 S24MRPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with SENATE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1679 MEASURES PLACED ON THE CAL- ommended to us the two candidates been friends. General Cody, his sib- ENDAR—S. 2148, H.R. 3474, AND who garnered unanimous support. lings, and parents have been among the H.R. 3979 I spent hours interviewing them last business and civic leaders in that city week in Vermont, and today I am rec- Mr. REID. Mr. President, I am told for as long as I can remember, and they ommending that the President nomi- there are three bills at the desk due for have always shown the best of true nate Geoffrey Crawford, a recently-ap- a second reading. Vermont values. The General brought pointed justice from Vermont’s highest The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. those values of hard work, patriotism, court. I talked to him at great length KAINE). The clerk will read the bills by and especially integrity to his military last week and again at length this title for the second time. career, and ended that career as the morning. I am very comfortable in for- The legislative clerk read as follows: best example a soldier could have. warding his name to President Obama, Even the Secretary of Defense was A bill (S. 2148) to provide for the extension as I now have. of certain unemployment benefits, and for there for the retirement ceremony to Justice Crawford is an experienced honor him. other purposes; and well-respected jurist. He is known A bill (H.R. 3474) to amend the Internal I think of this man who would often Revenue Code of 1986 to allow employers to for his modesty and humanity, not- withstanding his elite educational march from his quarters in Virginia to exempt employees with health coverage the Pentagon carrying a military pack under TRICARE or the Veterans Administra- background and intellectual heft. He tion from being taken into account for pur- was a successful plaintiffs’ attorney be- just to remind himself of what soldiers poses of the employer mandate under the Pa- fore he was appointed to the Vermont on the front line were doing. I have tient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Superior Court in 2002. known many in the military—from pri- A bill (H.R. 3979) to amend the Internal Then-Judge Crawford served on the vates to generals. No one has ranked Revenue Code of 1986 to ensure that emer- superior court in our State for more higher in my esteem than General Dick gency services volunteers are not taken into than a decade, earning a reputation for Cody. He set an example for the whole account as employees under the shared re- country. sponsibility requirements contained in the his skill in working with juries and Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. handling a wide variety of litigation. No salute to a member of the mili- Attorneys who have appeared before Mr. REID. Mr. President, I object to tary would be complete without recog- him, on either side, have found him to any further proceedings with respect to nizing the family beside the man. be an engaged and careful jurist who Dick’s wife, Vicki, and his sons Clint these three bills. treats everyone in the courtroom with The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- and Tyler, sacrificed much through his respect. I have talked with a number of service to our country. In fact, Clint tion is heard. The bills will be placed those lawyers, and they speak of his re- on the calendar. and Tyler followed in their father’s spect and abilities. footsteps, both as members of the f As a lawyer, I wanted to hear this, Army, and served as helicopter pilots and although I did not know Justice RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME during several combat tours in Iraq Crawford before interviewing him for and Afghanistan. I am told one flew the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under this vacancy, the Vermont legal com- same helicopter his father had flown. the previous order, the leadership time munity repeatedly told me of his intel- is reserved. ligence, warmth, and unwavering com- In closing, I would like to thank the Montpelier High School Boosters Club, f mitment to the highest calling of pub- lic service. and the citizens of Montpelier, for hon- SUPPORT FOR THE SOVEREIGNTY, When I met Justice Crawford, I found oring General Cody. There is no more INTEGRITY, DEMOCRACY, AND him to be well deserving of these acco- deserving alumnus, and I am proud to ECONOMIC STABILITY OF lades, and I was impressed by his call him a friend. UKRAINE ACT OF 2014—MOTION thoughtfulness and pragmatic ap- Mr. President, I suggest the absence TO PROCEED proach to the law, as was the chief of a quorum. counsel of the Judiciary Committee, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Kristine Lucius, and the state director the previous order, the Senate will re- clerk will call the roll. sume consideration of the motion to of my Vermont offices, John Tracy. proceed to S. 2124, which the clerk will I am confident that Justice Crawford The legislative clerk proceeded to report. will make an excellent Federal district call the roll. The legislative clerk read as follows: court judge and I hope the President Mr. COATS. I ask unanimous consent Motion to proceed to Calendar No. 329, S. will nominate him soon for the va- that the order for the quorum call be 2124, a bill to support sovereignty and de- cancy on Vermont’s Federal district rescinded. court. mocracy in Ukraine, and for other purposes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without TRIBUTE TO GENERAL RICHARD CODY The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- objection, it is so ordered. ator from Vermont. Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, it is my Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, I ask honor today to pay tribute to a fellow Mr. COATS. Mr. President, when the unanimous consent to proceed as if in native of Montpelier, VT, GEN Richard Senate last met, I introduced, together morning business. Cody. General Cody is going to be hon- with Senator DURBIN, a resolution re- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ored next month—and deservedly so— garding our response to Russia’s inva- objection, it is so ordered. by his alma mater, Montpelier High sion of Ukraine. That resolution, which School. received unanimous support in the Sen- RECOMMENDING GEOFFREY CRAWFORD Following his graduation from Mont- ate, called for a number of specific Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, in pelier High School, General Cody at- steps to punish and isolate Russia for Vermont we have been fortunate that tended and graduated from the U.S. its actions. for almost two decades Judge William Military Academy at West Point. This Among these steps we called upon Sessions has served with distinction as was the launch of an outstanding U.S. President Obama to impose sanctions a Federal judge for the District of Army career which took him all over on officials of the Russian Federation Vermont. In January, Judge Sessions our country and world and culminated who are most responsible for the inva- announced that he would take senior in his service from 2004 to 2008 as Vice sion of the Crimean region. I am status later this year. In response to Chief of Staff of the Army. I am really pleased with recent announcements by this news, the Vermont Bar Associa- proud to share a hometown with such a the White House which demonstrate tion, Senator SANDERS, and I, each ap- distinguished member of our military. that the President has begun the proc- pointed three members to the Judicial I remember how proud Marcelle and I Nominating Commission. were of General Cody on the day of his ess of sanctioning some of these indi- The commission, as one can imagine, retirement ceremony, with full honors, viduals, although I had hoped the num- received many applications for this dis- here in Washington. bers sanctioned would be far greater. trict court vacancy. It interviewed and The Codys and the Leahys go back I also note that today the President vetted seven finalists, and then rec- decades in Montpelier and have always is in the Netherlands discussing with

VerDate Mar 15 2010 00:46 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G24MR6.003 S24MRPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with SENATE S1680 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE March 24, 2014 our European allies and partners the oil and gas exports—which contribute a Let me briefly explain my amend- need for further steps. I trust and hope very significant amount to their econ- ment. It does three things: First, it he will be successful in reaching a firm omy and are therefore very depend- prohibits the U.S. Government from consensus with our allies and friends to ent—I hope the President is discussing doing any business with this Russian define a strong united response to Rus- those very measures in Europe with agency by prohibiting future contracts sian aggression. our partners as we speak. and canceling past contracts. Further, I also welcome such provi- We are all aware that sanctioning It is true the recent National Defense sions in the legislation that is now key Russian economic activities car- Authorization Act, which I supported, pending in the Senate, the Support for ries the possibility that our economic also includes similar language. But the Sovereignty, Integrity, Democracy, interests and those of our European al- that act includes a waiver authority and Economic Stability of Ukraine Act lies could be affected at the same time. and another work-around provision the of 2014, which I trust and hope the Sen- While this is reason for us to be Defense Department has been using in ate will be acting on beginning this thoughtful in terms of how we move order to buy Russian helicopters for evening and perhaps extending into forward, it is not a reason for inaction. Afghanistan. This practice has met this week. It should not be the basis for our stand- with objection. It was objectionable I would note time is somewhat of the ing by and watching what is happening when it began and it became more ob- essence. If we are going to send a mes- and simply saying: Well, this could po- jectionable as the Russians continued sage to Russia, certainly we don’t want tentially affect us economically back to supply Assad. Now, based on what to be bogged down in internal delay at home and therefore excuse the ac- they have done in Crimea, it should be over nonrelated or only slightly related tions and probably enable further ac- entirely unacceptable. issues. In fact, that is why Senator tions by our Russian adversary in this Also, I just learned this morning that DURBIN and I moved our provisions for- case. President Karzai announced his sup- In the end, unpunished, uncon- ward before the Senate adjourned for port for the Russian annexation of Cri- strained, rampant Russian territorial the break, simply to make sure there mea and approval of Russian actions, expansion will threaten us all to a was a united, bipartisan Senate unani- which makes our purchase of Russian much greater extent. Doing something mously approved agreement on 15 weapons for the Karzai regime even now could prevent something much measures that would get the message more outrageous. After all we have worse later. Standing up now could to Vladimir Putin and the Russians done to support President Karzai and prevent something much more serious that we take this very seriously. the Afghans with U.S. tax dollars and in terms of what we might have to do The legislation we will be dealing the lives and injuries to U.S. and coali- later. Sound policy decisions must re- with also sanctions the Russians re- tion soldiers—after all we have done flect full assessments of all eventual sponsible for this recent aggression by over a decade of time—President consequences, and that includes a clear prohibiting them from coming to the picture of what the world will look like Karzai reaches out and publicly sup- United States and freezing their assets if illegal, forceful annexation of a ports the Russian action, contrary to in America. Our European allies have neighbor’s territory is ignored or met ours. Russia is the nation which pil- done likewise, and together we have only with a rap on the knuckles. laged Afghanistan for a decade. It is be- begun to respond to Russia’s out- I continue to believe we can and yond belief that President Karzai can rageous behavior. must do more to isolate Russia. This support, along with countries such as However, it is my strong belief that includes, for example, explicitly expel- Syria and Venezuela—haven’t heard much more needs to be done. We and ling Russia from the G8—not tempo- from Cuba yet, but probably will—the our European allies must recognize the rarily but explicitly expelling them Russian action when we are there try- enormity of Putin’s crime as he rejects and ending the NATO-Russia Council. ing to save his hide not only with our all modern standards of responsible In addition, I am proposing today a tax dollars but with our soldiers’ lives. international behavior and tramples on specific economic sanction that will So my amendment takes away this the sanctity of the territorial borders harm Russian interests in a serious waiver and would put a complete end so vital to the stability of the postwar way and, hopefully, with minimal or no to Karzai’s business dealings with the order. damage to our own. I am introducing Russians. Karzai will have to buy his The international response must be an amendment to Ukraine aid bill and Russian helicopters with his own more vigorous if we are to prove that I trust it will find broad bipartisan sup- money, not ours. Putin’s behavior is unacceptable and port. The purpose of this amendment is Secondly, I propose this amendment cannot be repeated. A strong response to sanction Russia’s Rosoboronexport, will prohibit contracts with any do- now is the best way to reassure our al- the sole state agency for export of Rus- mestic or foreign company that cooper- lies and friends who are precariously sian weapon systems and defense-re- ates with Rosoboronexport in the de- placed on Russia’s borders that this lated goods. This is a state corporation sign, manufacture, or military develop- outrage must be stopped, reversed, and exclusively entitled to export the en- ment of military equipment. Other ended. Conversely, to do little more tire range of Russian armaments offi- types of business dealings with the cor- than prevent a handful of Russian offi- cially allowed for export. It was set up poration for nonmilitary activities cials traveling abroad will show Putin for that purpose. It was set up by Presi- would not be affected. We are going and his cronies that in the end we actu- dent Putin. It is a state-owned enter- after the military exports, many of ally do not mean what we say. prise and its business is sending Rus- which go to some of our sworn enemies. Again, the international response sian arms around the world—some to Third, I propose to authorize the needs to be, has to be, much more vig- very bad actors. President to deduct from our foreign orous if we are to prove that we stand Many of our colleagues here in the assistance programs any amount that a together and united, one voice, claim- Senate know of this arms export agen- foreign state recipient spends on Rus- ing that the behavior of President cy because of Russia’s continuing sup- sian weapons through Putin is unacceptable and cannot be re- ply of arms to Assad’s regime in Syria. Rosoboronexport. These deductions peated. Many here have repeatedly called on would be made from the Economic Sup- When Senator DURBIN and I intro- the administration to stop all coopera- port Fund and security assistance ac- duced our prior resolution on this sub- tion with Rosoboronexport for that counts but would not affect other aid ject, we signaled our willingness to reason. We now have a new, broader programs. The President would be au- work with the administration to craft reason for ending all cooperation with thorized to reprogram such funds for more punishing sanctions, including this export agency of Russia. To take use elsewhere subject to congressional economic sanctions possibly targeting steps to meaningfully obstruct that notification. key sectors of the Russian economy, agency’s work and the income it pro- If a USAID recipient is tempted to and I believe many of us here in the vides the Russian state will become the use some of our money to buy Russian Senate on both sides of the aisle want most effective ways we have of dem- weapons, they need to know we would to do more. I have suggested a range of onstrating our condemnation of Rus- deduct that amount from our assist- provisions that would reduce Russia’s sian action by force of arms. ance programs. They can buy Russian

VerDate Mar 15 2010 00:14 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G24MR6.005 S24MRPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with SENATE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1681 weapons on their own dime, not on our lieve in—that will finally bring an end community to try to clean up through dime. to the corruption which has been rife his invasion of Crimea. Taken together, I believe these pro- throughout the Ukrainian Government Crimea represents 2 million people in posals would be a very useful addition over the past decade. But this new gov- a country of 45 million, and 90 percent to the Ukraine aid act and give it the ernment will be undermined by an eco- of Ukraine has a government in Kiev additional teeth it needs. This amend- nomic crisis that will occur, guaran- which just signed an association agree- ment would harm the Russian arms in- teed, unless the United States steps up ment with the European Union. Rus- dustry, the Russian economy, Russian and provides this assistance. But we sia’s economy is going to hemorrhage prestige, and Putin’s standing in the can’t do it alone, and so that is why if he continues the occupation of Cri- world. That ought to be our goal. the second component of this bill mea through a broad-based set of inter- Whether it is my amendment, any would allow the United States to agree national sanctions. He has become a other amendment, or whether it is the to a set of IMF reforms that would dra- pariah in the world community. act we will be debating, it needs to matically increase the amount of fund- I agree with my colleague from Indi- harm the Russian arms industry, the ing the IMF has to provide countries in ana: We shouldn’t just be talking about Russian energy portion of the econ- crisis, such as Ukraine. removing Russia from the G8; we omy, Russian prestige, and Putin’s Every other IMF member has signed should take Russia out of the G8 and standing in the world. on to these reforms except for the make it completely clear to them that This amendment will serve as a con- United States, and it has been largely they don’t have a place at the inter- crete and immediate response to the il- due to the intransigence of this body national table along with countries legal invasion perpetrated by the Rus- that the United States stands on the such as the United States, France, Ger- sian Federation. I urge the majority sidelines. Some people have cat- many, and England if they behave in leader to permit a full debate, an up-or- egorized the IMF reform component of this way. down vote on my amendment, and I this bill as superfluous, as a political The bill we are debating today will urge my colleagues to support it. add-on. That couldn’t be further from give the President and new government With that, I yield the floor. the truth. When we were meeting with in Kiev tools with which to try to ad- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Ms. Ukrainian officials in this new govern- dress and perhaps end this crisis. But it HIRONO). The Senator from Con- ment last weekend, they specifically is important to remember that this is necticut. asked that we pass the IMF reforms, not about reestablishing the Cold War. Mr. MURPHY. Madam President, I because they know the only way they The world is oriented along paradigms rise today to support the Ukraine as- get an assistance package that is in the that have nothing to do with who is sistance package, which will be on the neighborhood of $20 billion or $30 bil- with the United States and who is with floor for a vote later this evening. I lion is through the IMF. And the IMF Russia. This panicked invasion of Cri- want to thank the leadership of Sen- will be much more likely able to pro- mea, while rightly occupying the head- ator MENENDEZ and all the great work vide that if the United States steps up lines on a nightly basis, is a display of Senator CORKER has put into this bill. and agrees to these reforms. Russia’s weak position in the region I was proud to help put it together, Lastly, we need to send a strong, and the world after the failure of their along with Senators JOHNSON, MCCAIN, clear message to Russia there are con- puppet government in Kiev to survive. and many others who were part of our sequences for their actions in Crimea. Lastly, I will talk about the broader debate in the Foreign Relations Com- By giving the President the authoriza- history, both looking in the past but mittee. tion to move forward on a broad range also looking to the future, we may I come to the floor, as I am sure oth- of sanctions, we will show that Putin miss when we concentrate on an hour- ers have and will over the course of was wrong when he calculated that a by-hour basis on the crisis at hand. this afternoon, to talk about the vital march into Crimea would come at lit- Having had the opportunity to visit importance of a big bipartisan vote in tle to no cost to Russia. favor of this legislation this evening. I want to talk for a minute about Kiev a few times in the past several Having just come from Ukraine—I what this really tells us about the sta- months, I have had the opportunity to was there this last weekend with a tus of Russia in the region and in the learn a little bit about the history of number of my colleagues, and it was world. I am sure my other colleagues the place and of the people. There is a my second trip to Kiev in the last 3 will come down to talk about the im- wonderful cathedral in Kiev called the months—I can tell you they are await- portance of sanctions and how they Church of St. Sophia. It is absolutely ing a very strong signal of support may change the calculuses being made stunningly beautiful. It was built by from the U.S. Congress that will send a in Russia and Moscow today. Ukraine’s greatest leader, Yaroslav the message we are going to stand together I have watched the media portray the Wise. He presided over an empire which with our Ukrainian brothers and sis- events of the last couple of weeks as was at the time called Kievan Rus. ters as they engage in this epic battle some sign of Russian strength. To me, Kievan Rus was essentially the hub of for their independence, for their free- this isn’t a sign of Russian strength, trading on the Eurasian continent. It dom, and for their sovereignty. this is a sign of Russian weakness. took goods from the east and trans- I won’t belabor the underlying de- Putin has designs for reestablishing ported them to the west. It took goods tails of the bill, but the three compo- some sense of the old Soviet empire by from the Scandinavian countries and nents of the legislation are all equally reasserting control over what Putin transported them down to the Medi- important to Ukraine. We heard sup- calls the near abroad, which are the terranean. Everything ran through the port for all three of these pieces while former Soviet republics and Soviet sat- territory of Kievan Rus. It speaks to we were there over this last weekend. ellite states. His dream of reestab- Ukraine’s past but also to its future. First and foremost, clearly, we have lishing the Soviet empire fell apart the They have been set up with a false to deliver on our promise of economic day President Yanukovych fled Kiev. choice within the crisis of the last sev- aid. There is $1 billion of loan guaran- Ukraine is the crown jewel of the eral months: Join the European Union tees in this bill, and it is contingent near abroad. As Putin tried to recreate or stay aligned with Russia. But what upon the signing of a new agreement that empire under the guise of some- we know is that Kiev historically has with the IMF, but it will also leverage thing called the customs union, he stood at the crossroads—not just east about $15 billion in funds from Europe. knew he couldn’t do it without the sec- and west but of east and west and This is important because even before ond biggest country in Europe bor- north and south. This is Ukraine’s this crisis precipitated by the Russian dering on Russia—Ukraine. His inva- past, but it is also going to be invasion of Crimea, Ukraine’s economy sion of Crimea was a panicked reaction Ukraine’s future. was incredibly fragile, and this inter- to this new reality—a Ukraine now ori- While we try to deal today with a national crisis has done nothing but to ented toward the European Union. Russia run by a leader whose foreign further weaken the country. So today, I think it is important to policy seems dictated by a desire to Ukrainians have a new government— understand the position Putin is in. He poke a stick in the eye of the United one they have faith in, one they can be- has made a mess for the international States, I ultimately think viewing the

VerDate Mar 15 2010 00:14 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G24MR6.011 S24MRPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with SENATE S1682 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE March 24, 2014 forest through the trees also means ac- manner. Unfortunately, we have begins an audit on any individual tax- knowledging that Russia’s future ulti- learned our expectations sometimes payer, the audit and any tax assessed mately, in a post-Putin era, is about are very different from reality. with the audit must be completed with- integration with Europe and integra- In early 2013 the IRS acknowledged a in 1 year. The window for these pains- tion with the West as well. Frankly, history of targeting politically active taking audits can’t be open forever. this is the direction Russia was head- groups as some of these groups sought The uncertainty adversely impacts ing until Putin took power. tax-exempt status. This practice first families, as these audits currently can The conversation about how we real- involved flagging groups concerned be held up for years, with the tax- ize that ultimate paradigm is a con- about government spending and debt. payers never quite sure if the tax is versation for another day. But when Ironically, the targeting came at a going to be assessed and when it is Senator MCCAIN and I went to Kiev in time when poll after poll indicated that going to be assessed. December and stood on the stage the Federal Government’s out-of-con- The House approved identical legisla- speaking to a million Ukrainians who trol spending and our $17 trillion debt tion by a voice vote. had come down to the square to protest were top concerns for all Americans, These two bills are straightforward. the current government, they were and from my experience, they are the They make simple but important there to talk about one concept: dig- top concerns for Nebraskans as well. changes to the way the IRS operates. nity. For some it was about Europe, for Despite these legitimate concerns Making these changes will help Ameri- some it was about corruption, and for and the patriotic desire of Americans cans all across our country. I urge my some it was about the brutal violence to effect change in government, the fellow Senators on both sides of the on the square displayed by IRS worked to impede these organiza- aisle to support this legislation. Yanukovych. For most people, they tions from full participation in our I yield the floor, and I suggest the ab- wanted to restore dignity to their democratic process. To do so, the IRS sence of a quorum. lives, and what dignity really is about dragged its feet and slow-walked appli- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The in the end is the ability to choose for cations for tax-exempt status, asking clerk will call the roll. yourself what your future is. This is questions that weren’t necessary, in- The bill clerk proceeded to call the why we are here to support Ukraine. cluding questions regarding political roll. No country—the United States, the beliefs. That is why I recently intro- Ms. STABENOW. Madam President, I Russian Federation, Germany—should duced S. 2043, the Stop IRS Overreach ask unanimous consent that the order dictate to the Ukrainians what their Act. This bill states that the IRS shall for the quorum call be rescinded. future should be. That is why, in the not ask any taxpayer any question re- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without wake of the invasion, in the wake of garding their religious, political, or so- objection, it is so ordered. years of economic manipulation from cial beliefs. This is a pretty straight- The Senator from Michigan. Russia, we are going to extend a firm forward concept, and it is an American NATURAL GAS hand to the Ukrainians with an assist- concept. It shouldn’t matter who you Ms. STABENOW. Madam President, ance package and a message of eco- are or what you believe—we should all one of the true bright spots in our nomic consequences to Russia. be treated equally before the law. economy right now has been, and con- The world we envision ultimately is Given the recent behavior of the IRS, tinues to be, manufacturing. Manufac- one not only where Ukraine gets to go it appears this legislation is necessary. turing jobs have been on the rise. We back to its historical routes and draw I believe this measure should enjoy have over 12 million Americans who from east and west but one in which support from both parties. It is worth are now employed with good-paying Russia realizes that their economic sal- noting that the legislation passed the jobs in the manufacturing sector. Many vation lies not in setting up some new House of Representatives on a voice of them are in my own great State of Cold War but in fully integrating them- vote. Michigan. selves, their economy, and their polit- American taxpayers are also frus- This renaissance in the kind of good- ical institutions not only with coun- trated with the lack of responsiveness paying jobs that built the middle class tries such as Ukraine, not only with from the IRS. Every single year tax- of this country is being powered in a the nations of the EU, but beyond to payers and their accountants write the significant way by American natural American shores as well. This is the fu- IRS asking for additional information gas. More than $100 billion in invest- ture. regarding their taxes. Often, the re- ments, in more than 120 different man- But that reality will never exist for sponse from the IRS is silence—noth- ufacturing projects, is being fueled by the young nation of Ukraine unless it ing but silence. abundant, affordable American natural survives this moment. And we can send So taxpayers wonder: Did they even gas. Thanks to American natural gas, a strong message this evening that this get my question? Did they get my let- the people in our country have a great body stands with that future for this ter? Are they going to answer my ques- new opportunity to go to work, have a young nation of Ukraine by supporting tion? good-paying job, and support their fam- the package before us. Silence. No answer. ilies. I yield the floor. The IRS currently is not required to Our country is truly blessed with this The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- respond to taxpayer communication. natural resource. It is critical that we ator from Nebraska. We all know, though, that the inverse continue to put our American natural INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE is true—taxpayers are compelled to re- gas to work so we can create American Mrs. FISCHER. Madam President, spond when the IRS requests any infor- jobs, which is why I am confused and while I realize Members of this body mation. This is a double standard concerned by those who are rushing to are very concerned about the situation which is not fair. send this American resource overseas in the Ukraine today and we are fo- My bill, S. 2044, would require the without a careful review of the impact cused on the crisis happening there, I IRS to respond to communication from this will have on the costs to our man- wish to take a few minutes to discuss any taxpayer within 30 days of receiv- ufacturers, our jobs, and our families. two bills I have recently introduced ing such communication. This way tax- I am not opposed to exporting some that deal with reforms to the Internal payers will at least know that the IRS of our natural gas as part of a bal- Revenue Service. is not asleep at the switch and that anced, well-thought-out plan. A rush to As the Federal agency tasked with they have received their letter. approve every export facility request administering the U.S. Tax Code, the My bill would also make two other immediately is not wise. It is not wise IRS has extraordinary influence on the significant changes to the IRS: First, it for our economy or our people when we lives of Americans from all walks of would require the agency to notify a know that increased natural gas is life and all points of view. Citizens taxpayer if the agency discloses that needed here at home. have the absolute right to expect the person’s information to another gov- People need jobs in America. We have IRS to be free from political influence, ernment entity. Current law doesn’t re- about 10 million people out of work. We with taxpayers treated fairly and en- quire such disclosure. Next, the legisla- have an awful lot of people who need a forcement carried out in an unbiased tion would require that when the IRS job. Good-paying jobs in manufacturing

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We need to ex- Again, this crisis should not be used anymore if we go to the global market- port our products, not our jobs, and as an excuse to shortcut the permit place and all the prices go up. that is the debate I believe we should process or the thoughtful evaluation In the end, the people of Ukraine and be having. that I know the Department of Energy our allies who need our help would not Low-cost natural gas is critical to is committed to doing to make sure we be receiving it. Our own manufactur- our Nation’s ability to create manufac- get this right. This crisis should not be ers, businesses, and families would not turing jobs. It is critical. If we start ex- used to rush through new natural gas be receiving it. Instead, it would be porting too much of our natural gas export facilities that may undercut our going to the oil companies. without monitoring or evaluating the effort to create good-paying jobs here Shame on us if we squander the op- impact over time, we may be giving up at home. portunities that low-cost, abundant a real advantage we have right now for The Department of Energy has al- natural gas resources offer our coun- creating jobs and bringing jobs home ready agreed to permit six liquefied try. I believe we need to be smart in from other countries. natural gas LNG export facilities that how we manage our resources. What do we hear from a lot of busi- will export over 9 billion cubic feet of Again, I am not opposed to exports. nesses that are making decisions to LNG every day—and that is not count- It is a question of a balance. It is a bring jobs home? They talk about low- ing the other 30 applications that have question of thinking it through in a energy costs. We don’t want to give been approved for export to countries thoughtful way and having an Amer- that up as an advantage for America as we have free trade agreements with. I ican plan where we are balancing out we compete in a global economy. Also, am not suggesting that should not part exports, part keeping natural gas if increased exports raise prices to the have been done; I have not opposed here at home, and making sure our same level as global oil prices—and ob- that. But we better be careful on how manufacturers have the edge in a glob- viously some folks would like to see we move forward and how we evaluate al economy because they have lower that happen for their own interests— the impact on our economy. cost energy. We need to make sure we American families will be hit with even As we all know, LNG export facilities are bringing jobs back from overseas higher energy costs at home, and that take years to build. We could approve because of lower cost energy. We need doesn’t make any sense either. Export- permits for 100 new LNG facilities to- to make sure our families have low- ing more American natural gas simply morrow, and unfortunately it would do cost fuel and other energy assistance. We need to be smart at this point in doesn’t add up. nothing to address the crisis in time about our resources. We have the A study last month by Charles River Ukraine and potential supply disrup- opportunity, I believe, to find the right Associates found that using our own tions to our other important allies in balance that allows us to both benefit low-cost natural gas to increase Amer- Western Europe. from some exports and benefit from the ican manufacturing is twice as valu- Here is what I am most concerned resources by creating jobs here at able to our economy and creates eight about: We all know that gas prices are home. Our manufacturers are families, times as many jobs as sending this im- decided by the global marketplace. the middle class of this country, the portant American resource overseas. Prices are high in Asia right now. We folks trying to hold on, folks trying to Let me say that again: Using our own don’t have the existing infrastructure get into the middle class who know low-cost natural gas to increase Amer- to get natural gas to Ukraine. The gas manufacturing jobs are a part of the ican manufacturing output is twice as in the export facilities that are rushed way of doing that. They are counting valuable to our American economy and through are very likely to go to Asia— on us. Our economy is counting on the creates eight times as many jobs as ex- very likely to go to China. fact that we will be smart about the porting this important American re- Should American natural gas be used way we make decisions about our nat- source overseas. to lower prices and create jobs in China I am particularly dismayed that or in other parts of Asia or should we ural resources. Right now with natural some people are using the very serious be using low-cost natural gas to create gas we have the opportunity not only crisis in Ukraine as an excuse to rush jobs right here at home? I hope we can for the States that have it to do well through new projects to export our all agree on the answer to that ques- by exploration and extraction but by natural gas. tion. leveraging that as we look at the op- Last week I met with members of the Rushing through more natural gas portunities for manufacturing; Ukrainian community in Detroit. They export facilities, unfortunately, would leveraging our own resources, which we are deeply concerned about what is not help Ukraine. However, it could are told will give us eight times more happening. This is personal for them. have a negative effect on our own econ- in benefit in terms of jobs than just They have family and friends in omy in the long run. Increasing exports having our natural resources in Amer- Ukraine. This crisis should not be used would reduce our supply here at home ica exported around the globe and the by those in the oil and gas industry to and raise consumer prices, and we all prices floating up to the higher prices rush through actions that may be good know how devastating that would be of oil. I thank the Chair. We are going to for them in the long run. It certainly for our families. Higher prices for nat- have a lot of discussion and debate on will not be good for some people in the ural gas means it will cost more to this issue going forward. I look forward short run. Anything that is approved cook your dinner, heat your home, and to that. I think this is an opportunity now will take way too long before it power your small business. for us to have an American plan on has any impact in Ukraine. Raising The recent propane shortages and manufacturing, with American low- prices may be good for some in the long dramatic price spikes we saw in States cost energy, to be able to jump-start run, but it will not be good for Amer- across the country should raise a red our economy moving forward. ican manufacturers. It is not good if flag for everybody. We simply cannot I thank the Chair and yield the floor. the whole idea is to create American afford to export too much natural gas The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- jobs here at home, and it is not good too fast without truly understanding ator from Arizona. for middle-class families. the impact on our own jobs and fami- Mr. MCCAIN. Madam President, I I want to be very clear: I am ex- lies. Plus, sending so much of our nat- have a parliamentary inquiry: What is tremely concerned about what is hap- ural gas abroad will neutralize the the business before the Senate? pening in Ukraine. We must stand with competitive advantage we have right The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- the people of Ukraine and our allies in now for cheap and abundant fuel. We ate is considering the motion to pro- Europe against the outrageous actions have an advantage right now, and we ceed to S. 2124, the Ukraine aid bill. of Russia and President Putin. This need to keep that advantage. Mr. MCCAIN. I thank the Presiding crisis is very serious and requires a se- My concern is that we would be giv- Officer. rious response by the Senate. I know ing the big oil companies a boost be- I urge my colleagues to not only vote colleagues on both sides of the aisle cause there would be higher prices for for this particular measure but also to

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Without ginning response—to the Russian ag- vent or at least make the cost of fur- objection, it is so ordered. gression in Ukraine; specifically now ther encroachment into Ukrainian ter- Mr. MCCAIN. I ask my friend: Isn’t it occupying and absorbing Crimea into ritory a very expensive one. true the people of Ukraine are watch- Russia, an act of aggression the likes We have military assistance pro- ing in a way that is hard for them to of which has not been seen in a long grams with a myriad of nations, and we understand—before an empty Chamber. time. should be giving them the weapons But, more importantly, whether we act In addition, now additional pressures they need to defend themselves. I am and act quickly, that signal to them as are being put on the Ukrainian Govern- talking about defensive weaponry. It is they face this additional Russian ag- ment as we speak, such as raising the shameful for us not to do so. gression, maybe not military aggres- price of gas, canceling Ukraine special I see my colleague from Illinois with sion but already borders have been price discounts. Also, oil deliveries are whom I was privileged and proud to closed, the price of their energy has slow, border crossings for the delivery travel to Ukraine, a man who under- been raised—in other words, Putin is of trade have been closed, and the dirty stands these issues as well or better putting more and more pressure on tricks go on from the old KGB colonel than anyone in this body and one who them. They look to us. Isn’t it a fact Vladimir Putin. represents thousands and thousands they will not quite understand if we go This act is relatively mild. It will and thousands of Ukrainian Americans another several days because of some provide loan guarantees which are whom I know he has met with and who additional issue that does not affect badly needed. Now the Ukrainian econ- are deeply concerned. whether we are coming to their assist- omy is under even greater pressure and Mr. DURBIN. Will the Senator yield ance, I ask my friend. greater difficulty, given the actions for a question? Mr. DURBIN. Through the Chair, I taken by Vladimir Putin, and it would Mr. MCCAIN. I am glad to yield. couldn’t agree more. I think it is sig- stabilize the Ukrainian economy. It is Mr. DURBIN. Madam President, I nificant that when the new Prime Min- just a beginning, but it is a strong sig- wish to say through the Chair it was an ister of Ukraine was scheduling his nal of support by the United States for honor to join my colleague Senator first trip outside of the country, where this fledgling Ukrainian democracy. MCCAIN in a whirlwind trip to Ukraine: did he come? Here, Washington, DC. The IMF reforms are considered 48 hours, maybe 6 extra to spare; 2 full With whom did he meet? The President somewhat controversial by some of my days of working, meeting every leader and the leaders. We sat together with colleagues, but the IMF reforms are at every level of government there and him in a room downstairs—the Senate not the reason this legislation is before sensing their concern over the pending Foreign Relations Committee room. He us. The reason the legislation is before so-called referendum on Crimea and came here because he wanted to bring us is because Vladimir Putin has now what Russia will do next. The Senator the message to us of what he feared absorbed Crimea into Russia. I pre- from Arizona and I stand together in a would happen if Putin’s aggression dicted that when the Ukrainian Gov- bipartisan fashion, urging the passage went forward, and he wanted us to ernment became a government of the of this resolution as quickly as pos- bring the message to the world that people and threw out Yanukovych, sible. the United States stood by him. How Putin would do exactly that because of I just left the phone—the reason I can we possibly explain to these people his view of the need to have Sevas- came to the floor, I say to the Senator who are worried about the existence topol, the base on the Black Sea, in from Arizona, I was on the phone with and survival of their Nation that we order to have access to the Mediterra- the Ambassador of Ukraine and we got tied up in some political squabble nean, without which his visions and were talking about the situation there, between the House and the Senate and view of the Russian empire would be and I said: Senator MCCAIN is on the the two political parties? It is impor- threatened. floor and I would like to go down and tant for us to move and move quickly. Right now the President of the say a word. The Senator from Arizona under- United States is in Europe. I hope he is He said the people of Ukraine are stands this as well or better than most. leading in Europe rather than just con- watching what we are doing. They are Many of us have come from countries sulting in Europe. By the way, a com- watching what Congress and the which were once under the yoke of the ment by the President—I still don’t United States are going to do. Soviets and we remember full well quite get it—that there would not be a There are some differences between what it took to finally get independ- military excursion in Ukraine—I have us. There are some differences between ence and democracy. Today, Vladimir never heard that word used in regard to the parties. There comes a moment— Putin is fighting to save a failing So- military action. But the most impor- and there always has, at least in the viet franchise, and where he can’t win tant thing, in my view, is to pass this past—where we decide we are going to the hearts and minds of neighboring legislation as soon as possible. We can stand together as a nation, particu- nations, he instead uses masked gun- fight about other less important issues larly when it comes to issues of foreign men, troops, barbed wire, and energy later on. We need to send a strong sig- policy. This resolution doesn’t address extortion. That is how he works. He is nal to the people of Ukraine who are every issue the Senator from Arizona not winning this battle, but he is say- watching us as we speak and as we vote has raised, but it certainly addresses ing to the world: The only way I can today, as to whether we are going to some key issues on which the Senator keep my ‘‘friends’’ in line is with pres- come to their assistance and at least and I both agree. We both voted for sure. So the United States, and I hope take some small measures to punish this in the Senate Foreign Relations other civilized nations, will join us in Vladimir Putin. If we get hung up for Committee and we both want to see saying that is unacceptable. another week or another who knows this move. The sooner the better. I thank the Senator and I agree with how many hours because of our failure I wish to salute my colleague, the him. Now is the time to act in the Sen- to act, in my view, it sends exactly the Senator from Arizona, for returning to ate. wrong signals. the Maidan, that area in Kiev where 103 Mr. MCCAIN. I note the presence of I also speak again in the strongest Ukrainians lost their lives dem- the chairman of the Foreign Relations terms that we need to send military as- onstrating against the former govern- Committee whom I wish to thank for sistance to this country. We need to ment and asking for change. Our expe- his rapid leadership in getting this leg- help them defend themselves. Russian rience together, visiting that country islation approved by an overwhelming troops are amassed on the border of with a delegation of eight Senators, I majority of the committee on a bipar- Eastern Ukraine as we speak. I don’t hope sent a strong message: There is tisan basis. I know he is waiting to know whether Vladimir Putin will go bipartisan support for Ukraine and we speak.

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Action signed in Geneva last November the United States’ participation in the Isn’t it true they don’t quite under- was barely dry when reports surfaced International Monetary Fund, which stand why we have not acted more rap- that Tehran and Moscow were negoti- would allow the United States to lever- idly in the face of naked aggression— ating an oil-for-goods swap worth $1.5 age significant support from the IMF which is incredible acquisition of terri- billion a month, and that they planned for Ukraine today and for similar un- tory which the Russian Government to build a new nuclear plant—all steps foreseen crises that are going to come guaranteed as part of Ukraine when that only aid Iran in its pursuit of nu- in the future. Ukraine gave up its nuclear inventory, clear weapons, while diminishing the It is the IMF that is leading the ef- which happened to be the third largest sanctions that forced that country to fort to stabilize Ukraine’s fragile econ- in the world. I see the chairman wait- the negotiating table in the first place. omy, an essential task if there is to be ing, so I will not ask any more ques- It is no surprise that Putin and his any chance of reaching a peaceful po- tions, except to urge my colleagues cronies have already threatened to de- litical solution to the standoff with let’s have an overwhelming vote to rail Syria and Iran talks if their coun- Russia. move to this legislation and get it done tries do not step back from punishing Congressional ratification of the 2010 as quickly as possible. Russia for its annexation of Ukraine. IMF reforms would increase IMF emer- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- In Geneva, as the P5+1 talks with gency funding to Ukraine by up to 60 ator from New Jersey. Iran continue, we can only hope that percent, and it would provide an addi- Mr. MENENDEZ. Madam President, the crisis in Ukraine will not have a tional $6 billion for longer-term sup- first let me thank my two colleagues, ripple effect in Russia’s position or par- port, setting an important marker for both distinguished members of the Sen- ticipation. other donors such as the EU and the ate Foreign Relations Committee, Sen- But, in my view, Mr. Putin has mis- World Bank. ator MCCAIN and Senator DURBIN. calculated. He has reignited a dan- Failure to approve the reforms, on Their work and their leadership on this gerous pre-1991 Soviet-style game of the other hand, would undermine both issue has created the type of bipartisan Russian roulette with the inter- the IMF and the international standing spirit that I think is incredibly impor- national community, and we cannot of the United States. tant in general but certainly in foreign blink. Some countries are happy to see U.S. relations. They both added greatly to He must understand that we will global influence diminish. Failing to the legislation that came out of com- never accept his violation of inter- approve the reforms weakens the mittee with a strong bipartisan vote national law in Ukraine. That is why United States and emboldens our com- that we are considering on the floor. we passed this legislation in com- petitors. Last week some of my colleagues in mittee—an aid package for Ukraine The IMF is strengthened at no cost this Chamber were sanctioned by that provides loans for economic sta- to U.S. finances or influence. The Vladimir Putin for standing up for the bilization, supports planning for up- United States retains its Executive Ukrainian people, standing up for free- coming democratic elections, aids in Board seat and sole veto power at no dom, standing up for their democratic the recovery of stolen assets, and ex- net cost, since the $63 billion increase aspirations, standing up for the sov- pands security cooperation between the in U.S. quota is fully offset by an ereignty of Ukraine. As I said in Brus- two countries, and it holds Moscow ac- equivalent decrease to a separate emer- sels at the German Marshall Fund this countable for its aggressive stance gency facility. Other countries, how- weekend, if I have been sanctioned for against Ukraine. ever, put in new money, increasing those reasons, then I say, by all means, First, this legislation provides for IMF lending power. Mr. Putin, sanction me. Ukrainian loan guarantees, consistent The fact is, it is a pure win for the I urge all of my colleagues to be sup- with the $1 billion announced by the United States. We will pay for the $315 portive of the legislation. They may be administration in recent days. It mir- million budget impact of the bill with sanctioned at the end of the day, but rors the House legislation. real cuts and from funds that were that is really what standing for Second, it ensures that the Obama underperforming or no longer needed. Ukraine is all about at this critical administration can assist the Ukrain- Given that the IMF helps to stabilize moment and what it means beyond. ian Government to identify, secure, countries, often precluding future need When we look around the world, we and recover assets linked to the acts of for military action, the relatively realize that every so often we face a corruption by Viktor Yanukovych, minor cost will pay back many times critical juncture at a time of great up- members of his family, or other former over. heaval and change. With the back- or current Ukrainian Government offi- This is not a partisan issue. Presi- sliding of Russian leadership to a pre- cials. dents Reagan, Clinton, and both Presi- 1991 posture, we are at such a juncture. Third, it authorizes $50 million for dents Bush backed legislation to in- Vladimir Putin seems to view the pre- democracy, governance, and civil soci- crease IMF resources, and President 1991 Soviet Union’s expansionist ety assistance and $100 million for en- Reagan called the IMF ‘‘the linchpin of authoritarianism as a present-day goal hanced security cooperation for the international financial system.’’ and the last two decades, which saw Ukraine and other states in Central These efforts combined send a mes- the formation of new and independent and Eastern Europe. sage to the world that the annexation states, as a departure from Peter the Fourth, it mandates sanctions, com- of Crimea will not stand. Great’s expansionist aspirations. plementing the President’s recent Ex- Let me close by saying we are at a From Ukraine, to Georgia, to the ecutive order, against Ukrainians and dangerous moment in history, with Middle East, we are seeing a new Rus- Russians alike responsible for violence global consequences, and the world is sian leadership bent on using its mili- and serious human rights abuses watching. tary authority, its economic resources, against antigovernment protesters— If the West does not act, what will and diplomacy to serve its parochial and those responsible for undermining China say when it is looking at its ter- interests at any cost—despite viola- the peace, security, stability, sov- ritorial desires in the South China Sea? tions of its own legal commitments and ereignty or territorial integrity of What will Iran say when we are negoti- those it has made to the international Ukraine—as well as imposing sanctions ating in Vienna about nuclear weap- community. on Russian individuals complicit in or ons? What will others in the world Russia’s flatout extortion of Ukraine, responsible for significant corruption say—North Korea, whose march to nu- supported by former corrupt leaders of in Ukraine. clear weapons on a greater scale is still Ukraine, forced the political explosion Fifth, it allows the administration to in play? which Russia then exploited. broadly sanction corrupt Russian offi- All of them will be looking at what In Syria, President Putin is actively cials and go after Putin’s allies and we in the West do or do not do, in mak- propping up President Bashar al-Assad cronies who are engaged in massive ing a decision about Russia’s brazen

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The following Senators asking: What can I get away with? pares assistance for that election are necessarily absent: the Senator The fact is, as a matter of principle, which is supposed to take place in May from Georgia (Mr. CHAMBLISS) and the Ukrainian sovereignty cannot be vio- that is critical to be fair, open, and Senator from Illinois (Mr. KIRK). lated for simply looking westward and transparent and, at the same time, pro- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. DON- embracing ideals rooted in freedom. vides for the greater resources through These ideals must always remain first NELLY). Are there any other Senators the IMF. in the Chamber desiring to vote? and foremost in our strategic response So all of these elements are critical. to international events. It also includes a very clear statement The yeas and nays resulted—yeas 78, When I was in Brussels last week at about greater defense cooperation, nays 17, as follows: NATO and the German Marshall Fund, which is also critically important. [Rollcall Vote No. 79 Leg.] I said: The broader question that faces So these are all the elements of send- us is this: Can a united transatlantic ing a strong message, as Putin is calcu- YEAS—78 vision and our collective commitment lating: What will be the cost? If the Alexander Graham Murkowski Ayotte Grassley Murphy to bold actions in this century match cost is not high enough, he may very Baldwin Hagan Murray the vision and commitment of those well proceed into Eastern Ukraine or Begich Harkin Nelson who created the international institu- to those parts of Moldova. That is an Bennet Hatch Portman tions which brought peace and pros- action that we can ill-afford and the Blumenthal Heinrich Pryor Blunt Heitkamp Reed perity to millions in the last century? action that others will look at across Booker Hirono Reid I believe that—if we live, lead, and the world, as I mentioned, that they Boxer Hoeven Rockefeller govern, guided by shared values and will calculate: The West is not willing Brown Inhofe Rubio united by our common concerns—we to take the actions necessary to stop Burr Isakson Sanders can lead the world through this trans- Cardin Johanns Schatz my designs. Carper Johnson (SD) Schumer formational moment in history and If that is the case, then I think we Casey Johnson (WI) Shaheen prevent further Russian aggression are in a world of hurt across the globe. Coats Kaine Stabenow from taking us back prior to what was Mr. MCCAIN. I thank the chairman Collins King Tester that 1991 world. for his eloquent statement. Coons Klobuchar Thune That is the choice before us. I urge Corker Leahy Toomey I yield the floor. Cornyn Levin Udall (CO) my colleagues to strongly support the Mr. MENENDEZ. Madam President, I Donnelly Manchin Udall (NM) cloture motion so that we can work to- yield the floor and suggest the absence Durbin Markey Vitter ward a statement that will do exactly of a quorum. Feinstein McCain Walsh that. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Fischer McConnell Warner Flake Menendez Warren Mr. MCCAIN. Will the Senator yield clerk will call the roll. Franken Merkley Whitehouse for a question? The assistant legislative clerk pro- Gillibrand Mikulski Wyden Mr. MENENDEZ. I will be happy to ceeded to call the roll. yield to the distinguished Senator. Mr. MENENDEZ. Madam President, I NAYS—17 The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- ask unanimous consent that the order Barrasso Enzi Roberts ator from Arizona. for the quorum call be rescinded. Boozman Heller Scott Mr. MCCAIN. I think it is very clear The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Coburn Lee Sessions that Vladimir Putin has amassed Cochran Moran Shelby objection, it is so ordered. Crapo Paul Wicker forces on the border of Russia and east- CLOTURE MOTION Cruz Risch ern Ukraine, and right now he is calcu- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clo- NOT VOTING—5 lating as to whether to move there or ture motion having been presented even into Moldova, where the under rule XXII, the Chair directs the Cantwell Kirk McCaskill Chambliss Landrieu Transnistrian region is now occupied clerk to read the motion. and has been by Russian troops. Also, The assistant legislative clerk read The PRESIDING OFFICER. On this there is pressure on the Baltic coun- as follows: vote the yeas are 78, the nays are 17. tries that is being exerted as we speak, CLOTURE MOTION Three-fifths of the Senators duly cho- a lot of it in defense of ‘‘Russian-speak- We, the undersigned Senators, in accord- sen and sworn having voted in the af- ing people.’’ If we do not send this mes- ance with the provisions of rule XXII of the firmative, the motion is agreed to. sage now, with this package, in a bipar- Standing Rules of the Senate, hereby move The Senator from Washington. tisan and strong manner, Vladimir to bring to a close debate on the motion to Putin will be encouraged to enact fur- proceed to Calendar No. 329, S. 2124, a bill to OSO LANDSLIDE ther acts of aggression against Crimea support sovereignty and democracy in Mrs. MURRAY. Mr. President, I am Ukraine, and for other purposes. and in the region. sure all our colleagues have seen the I would ask my colleague if he does Harry Reid, Robert Menendez, Debbie Stabenow, Barbara Boxer, Patty Mur- news over the past few days from my not agree with that assessment. home State of Washington where we Mr. MENENDEZ. I think the Senator ray, Richard Blumenthal, Jeff Merkley, Carl Levin, Joe Donnelly, Christopher are suffering from a devastating nat- is spot-on. Right now, Putin is looking A. Coons, Jack Reed, Maria Cantwell, ural disaster. at whether or not he proceeds in East- Barbara A. Mikulski, Tom Harkin, Tim For those who haven’t seen the cov- ern Ukraine. He is looking at Kaine, Jeanne Shaheen, Jon Tester. Transnistria and Moldova. He is calcu- erage, on Saturday the town of Oso, The PRESIDING OFFICER. By unan- WA—a very small, tightly knit commu- lating and he is calculating: What are imous consent, the mandatory quorum the costs? What will the United States nity on the Stillaguamish River—was call has been waived. hit by a massive landslide. It has cut and the European Union do? The question is, Is it the sense of the From my perspective, President off the town of Darrington just a few Senate that debate on the motion to miles up State Road 530, and houses Putin only understands strength, and proceed to S. 2124, a bill to support sov- that strength is either in a military over a square mile have been swept ereignty and democracy in Ukraine, away. context—which, of course, no one is and for other purposes, shall be speaking about at this moment—or an brought to a close? We know already we have lost eight economic one. That is why this pack- The yeas and nays are mandatory people. This morning we learned there age is so incredibly important—be- under the rule. are more than 100 people still missing, cause it takes every single dimension The clerk will call the roll. and right now in my home State of that the distinguished Senator helped The assistant legislative clerk called Washington there are dozens of fami- us in the committee on. It aids Ukraine the roll. lies who do not know if their loved up front for the loan guarantee. It Mr. DURBIN. I announce that the ones are still alive. These are moms sanctions—and the Senator was very Senator from Washington (Ms. CANT- and dads, they are sons and daughters, engaged in several elements of that— WELL), the Senator from Louisiana (Ms. they are neighbors and friends who in elements of the Russian hierarchy for LANDRIEU), and the Senator from Mis- the blink of an eye saw water and earth

VerDate Mar 15 2010 01:12 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G24MR6.018 S24MRPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with SENATE March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1687 wipe away their homes and their entire McHugh, the two nominees, both of intellect, with a great commitment to community, and now many of them whom are likely to get a vote this public service. He is currently a part- don’t know if their loved ones survived. week. If confirmed, they will serve as ner in the Raynes McCarty firm. His I was in Arlington, WA, yesterday, U.S. district judges for the Eastern work has mostly been in civil litiga- where the search and rescue operations District of Pennsylvania. tion, in medical malpractice, in litiga- are being coordinated. It is just down I thank Chairman LEAHY and Rank- tion regarding unsafe products, avia- the road from where the slide hit, and ing Member GRASSLEY for their work tion disasters, and in civil rights. He I want to talk for a few minutes this in ushering these candidates through has been a shareholder in the firm of evening on the Senate floor about this the committee process. Litvin, Blumberg, Matusow & Young. tragedy. I thank Leader REID and Leader He began his career clerking for Dis- Oso and Darrington are very small MCCONNELL for their role in ensuring trict Court Judge Luongo in the East- towns like a lot of others in this coun- these nominees would have a chance to ern District. He is a cum laude grad- try. The population of Oso is 180 peo- have a vote on the Senate floor. uate from the University of Pennsyl- ple. These are the types of places where Most of all, I thank my colleague vania Law School. everyone knows everyone, where they Senator CASEY. Senator CASEY and I Gerald McHugh is not only a skilled stop to say hello, and where everyone have been working hard to fill a num- lawyer, but he has been very active in lends a helping hand. It is impossible ber of vacancies on the Federal bench his community. He has been giving to describe the scope of this devasta- in Pennsylvania since I got to the Sen- back to the greater Philadelphia area tion. There isn’t a single person who ate. He predates my arrival here, so he for a long time. He is on the boards of hasn’t been impacted in some way by has been at this longer than I have, but many charitable and civic organiza- this tragedy. There also isn’t a single since I have arrived we have had a ter- tions. He is the president of the Penn- person anywhere who isn’t doing every- rific working relationship. We have had sylvania Legal Aid Network and has thing they can to help. I saw neighbors eight terrific men and women con- been since 2004. He cofounded the Hos- who were there providing food, pro- firmed to the Federal bench across pitality House of Philadelphia to help viding shelter, offers of all kinds of Pennsylvania. Hopefully, these two ex-offenders, and he does pro bono hope, help, hugs, and prayers. First re- gentlemen will join them and we will work to improve neighborhoods and sponders are risking their lives every be up to 10. prevent crime in West Philadelphia. minute, braving very dangerous condi- We have developed a rigorous process Both of these candidates have the tions to look for survivors. People by which the many candidates who crucial qualities necessary to make across my State are offering help and apply for these vacancies are thor- outstanding judges, and they have donations, anything they can to assist oughly vetted, and I am very pleased manifested that throughout their very these communities that are experi- that we have been able to make this distinguished careers. They have the encing the unthinkable. We have gro- ongoing process work. Pennsylvanians intelligence, they have the integrity, cery stores offering food to the families expect us to work together across they have the commitment to public who need it and to the rescue workers. party lines—a Democratic Senator and service, and they have respect for the The Red Cross is there on the ground. a Republican Senator—to simply find limited role the judiciary has under Tribal leaders from the local commu- the best candidates. I have to say that our constitutional system. So I am nity are coming to offer what they can. I think we are doing exactly that with pleased to rise to speak on behalf of I wanted my colleagues to know that respect to our judicial nominees, and these two highly accomplished nomi- this weekend I saw some of the worst there could be no better examples than nees, and I urge my colleagues to sup- devastation I have ever witnessed in Judge Smith and Gerald McHugh. port their confirmation later this my home State. At the same time I Ed Smith was approved by the Judi- week. also saw firefighters who hadn’t slept. ciary Committee by a voice vote on I yield the floor. They refused to stop as they searched January 16. He is very well respected. I The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- for survivors. I saw families refusing to have known Judge Smith for nearly 20 ator from Pennsylvania. give up hope, and I saw communities years. There is no question that he has Mr. CASEY. Mr. President, I would that need our entire State and our en- the requisite skills, the knowledge, the like to commend and salute the work tire country to stand with them now. background, and the acumen. He will done by Senator TOOMEY and his staff, Even though Oso and Darrington are be a great Federal judge. We know this working with ours, as well as the lead- 2,300 miles away from the Nation’s Cap- because of what he has already accom- ers he mentioned, beginning with Ma- ital, our hearts and prayers are with plished in his career. He serves as a jority Leader REID and Chairman the families in those communities to- captain in the U.S. Navy, in the JAG LEAHY. night. In the coming weeks and Corps. He has been a commanding offi- Like Senator TOOMEY, I am grateful months—and even years if that is what cer at the Navy Reserve Naval Justice to have the opportunity to talk about it takes—all of us need to stand with School. He served as a military trial both of these nominees for the U.S. the people of Oso and Darrington and judge in the Navy Reserve. He was de- District Court for the Eastern District Arlington and provide the Federal re- ployed to Iraq in 2007 and 2008 to serve of Pennsylvania: Edward George sources they are going to desperately as a rule of law advisor to the Iraqis, Smith, who serves now as a judge, as need in this recovery and rebuilding and he received a Bronze Star for his well as Gerald Austin McHugh, Jr. I operation. I want them to know they service. have known Gerald Austin McHugh, will have the thoughts and prayers of Currently, Ed Smith is a judge on the Jr., a lot longer, and I will speak about everyone in this country going out to Northampton County Court of Common him first. I know him as Jerry. the real Washington as they see this Pleas. He has been a partner in the law If there is one thing I could say about through. firm of DeRaymond & Smith, and he is Jerry McHugh, it is he is a lawyer’s I yield the floor. a cum laude graduate from Dickinson lawyer. He is the kind of lawyer other The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Law School. lawyers go to for advice, for guidance, ator from Pennsylvania. Importantly, Judge Smith has agreed and sometimes for education. He has SMITH AND MCHUGH NOMINATIONS that if he is confirmed, he will sit in been a great leader in the bar, but also Mr. TOOMEY. Mr. President, I rise the Easton Courthouse in the First someone who has been a strong advo- this evening to speak in support of two District. That is a courthouse which cate for those who need a voice, often nominees for Federal judgeships from has not had a district court judge since serving as a lawyer for those who Pennsylvania. I believe my colleague 2004. The people of Northampton Coun- wouldn’t have an advocate absent his Senator CASEY is going to have a mes- ty deserve to have that courthouse involvement in a case. sage he will share with us momen- filled, and Judge Smith is an out- Jerry McHugh is a Philadelphia na- tarily. standing candidate to do it. tive. He was educated at St. Joe’s Uni- First, I wish to be very clear that I I am also delighted to support Gerald versity in Philadelphia where he re- am very enthusiastically in support of McHugh. Gerald McHugh is a highly ceived a degree in theology, graduating both Judge Ed Smith and Mr. Gerald accomplished attorney, of very keen summa cum laude with the highest

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Prior to his career as Just a few of his commendations are As most know, the Alaskan coastline a lawyer, he served two judges as a law the Bronze Star medal, Meritorious isn’t just a nice thin straight beach; it clerk: first, Judge Spaeth, Superior Service medal, and the Navy and Ma- is hundreds and hundreds of coves and Court of Pennsylvania, the second rine Corps Commendation medal. islands and miles of shoreline. That oil highest court in the State right next to Whether by way of life experience as spread over approximately 1,000 miles the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. He well as legal experience or whether his of shoreline across our coast. It is abso- then served Judge Alfred L. Luongo, experience as a judge, Judge Smith is lutely a fact that this environmental U.S. District Court for the Eastern Dis- prepared to be a judge again on a dif- disaster is something that has left an trict of Pennsylvania. He then went ferent court—in this case, the U.S. Dis- impression on Alaskans not unlike into practice in the Litvin firm, and trict Court for the Eastern District of what we experienced 25 years prior to later the Raynes McCarty law firm in Pennsylvania. that with another one of Mother Na- Philadelphia, PA, starting in 2004. When we make decisions about whom ture’s devastations, the Great Friday I will highlight a few memberships to nominate for either the district earthquake in 1964. which I think bear upon his work as a court or the appellate court, we always It is important when we have mile- lawyer and the work he will do as a want to consider a range of character- stones, when we have anniversaries or judge. He has been a member of the istics, experiences, and qualifications. times where we pause to think about Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers and a First and foremost, we look to people what has happened before, that we not board member of the Legal Aid Net- who have unquestioned integrity. We only think about the tragedy at the work in Philadelphia. He served the bar look to them as people who have a var- time but we think about how we have association in a number of capacities, ied experience, whether in the law as a moved forward from that time, hope- including Volunteers for the Indigent judge or in other life experiences as fully learning from those incidents Program, helping those who may not well. We also look to people who can do that trigger such strong memories. have a voice. the job—not just by way of their integ- So many Alaskans have stories of Jerry focused his practice on complex rity and ability but also those who how they worked to help clean up the civil litigation, including a variety of have the judicial temperament, the ap- oil spill in the aftermath of the Exxon matters. I think it is noteworthy that proach to litigants, to treat them with Valdez, whether it was fishermen who the Pennsylvania Supreme Court three fairness and to arrive at a measure of had been displaced—they were no times appointed him to chair the Penn- justice. longer going out and fishing; instead sylvania Interest on Lawyers Trust Ac- On those qualifications and charac- they charged their vessels to be part of counts Program, a program which is teristics, as well as others, both of the massive cleanup effort that was un- very important so that when the fund these nominees possess them in abun- derway. The stories that are out there is needed to help resolve a case which dance. I am grateful for Senator throughout our State and from folks involves a lawyer, the fund is there. It TOOMEY’s work with us to get this done around the country are as poignant and has to be administered and overseen by to have two judges to be confirmed, touching 25 years later as they were at folks who have the highest integrity. and we are looking forward to doing the time, because as the environment I know Jerry McHugh as someone that later this week. was impacted, the lives of Alaskans who has a wide range of experience as Mr. President, I yield the floor and I were clearly impacted. a lawyer, an advocate, an active cit- suggest the absence of a quorum. I like to think I spend a good amount izen, someone who would bring to the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The of time in the small fishing community court a passion for justice and a sense clerk will call the roll. of Cordova—a community that was of outrage in the face of injustice. I The legislative clerk proceeded to dramatically impacted by the Exxon can’t say enough about his experience call the roll. Valdez spill—visiting with fishermen and his preparation for this very im- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- and fishing families decades after the portant assignment he would have ator from Alaska. fact and hearing their stories not only upon confirmation to be a judge in the Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, I of the loss they incurred because they Eastern District of Pennsylvania. I am ask unanimous consent that the order were not able to go out and fish, they grateful for his willingness to serve. for the quorum call be rescinded. were not able to meet their boat mort- In addition, Judge Edward George The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without gages, but the other stresses the com- Smith, as Senator TOOMEY noted, has a objection, it is so ordered. munity experienced because of this dis- great career and a varied set of experi- 1964 ALASKA EARTHQUAKE aster, whether it was personal bank- ences, serving now as a judge in the Ms. MURKOWSKI. Thank you, Mr. ruptcies, whether it was divorce, Court of Common Pleas in North- President. whether it was social issues because ampton County since January of 2002. In Alaska there is a great deal of at- people just couldn’t deal with the fact He was elected to that position and tention focused this week on the Great that their landscape and their liveli- then retained, which is the ultimate Alaska Earthquake of 1964. March 27 hoods had been changed. It was a very validation of someone’s services on the marked the 50th anniversary of this trying and traumatic time. I think bench in the Court of Common Pleas in amazing physical event, the second those scars take decades to heal. Pennsylvania. largest earthquake that has ever been My hope is that, as Alaskans, we Prior, as Senator TOOMEY noted, recorded, an episode Alaskans have come together and learn from these Judge Smith served the United States been talking about for the past 50 years tragedies and events so we can move in the Navy Judge Advocate General’s and will be talking about for the next forward. We are pretty resilient people. Corps as a captain, from 1984 until the 50. I rise this afternoon not to speak The people who have been so dramati- present time. He also served in the about that anniversary but to speak of cally impacted are proof and evidence DeRaymond & Smith law firm for a 25-year anniversary that while not of that. about 11 years. In that time period he caused by Mother Nature had a dev- What else have we seen as we have served as solicitor for a number of enti- astating impact on Alaska and the sur- tried to learn from that tragedy? I ties in the region. rounding waters of our State. I would think it is fair to say that at the Edward Smith has also demonstrated like to speak very briefly about where time—back in 1989 when the Exxon his commitment to his community. He we are 25 years after the Exxon Valdez Valdez ran aground—there was per- is a former president of the Boys and ran aground on Bligh Reef. haps, as some would call it, a compla- Girls Club of Easton, PA, former presi- The Exxon Valdez was a 987-foot cency. Perhaps we were just not moni- dent of the Kiwanis Club of Palmer tanker. It was carrying 53 million gal- toring operations as we should have,

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Exxon Valdez. this afternoon and acknowledge that Once Mr. Cline returned home, he Since that time, we have learned there are still many Alaskans who started what would become a 44-year that you have to have a level of pre- woke up this morning not thinking career with the Continental Can Cor- paredness as you operate in areas such about the weather or getting their kids poration. Those who knew him would as the Prince William Sound, you have to school, but with a very strong re- tell you that he expected nothing he to have a level of preparedness that minder of where they were 25 years ago did not earn, and worked hard to meets the challenge you face. At the and how the events of that day changed achieve the American dream he fought time the tanker ran aground, the spill people’s lives. Again, the goal here is so hard to protect. He gave earnestly response equipment that was there and to never have a tragedy of that scale to his community in many ways had been planned for was not readily and scope again. throughout his life, often making available. We didn’t have sufficient With that, I thank the Chair, yield wooden toys for children who might boom available in the event of a dis- the floor and suggest the absence of a not otherwise have had any presents at aster. We didn’t have the fleet that quorum. Christmas. Richard Francis Cline em- could go out and assist in the disaster. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The bodied the spirit of the ‘‘greatest gen- Now, 25 years later, Alyeska has 189 clerk will call the roll. eration’’ and made many who knew skimmers, 49 miles of boom and on- The legislative clerk proceeded to him proud to call him both a fellow water storage capacity of almost 38 call the roll. American and a friend. million gallons. We have put in place a Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- I am honored to have been able to requirement that North Slope oil must imous consent that the order for the call Mr. Cline a constituent. His inter- be transported in double-hull tankers. quorum call be rescinded. ment at Arlington National Cemetery You cannot bring a tanker in to carry The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without is recognition of his loyal service to North Slope crude unless it is double- objection, it is so ordered. this great Nation. I offer my condo- lences to his family and those who hulled. It doesn’t matter what the f weather is, we require a level of es- knew Mr. Richard Cline, for we have MORNING BUSINESS cort—a two-tug escort—out of the lost a remarkable man and role model. Prince William Sound. It can be a flat, Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- f calm summer day or a foul winter day, imous consent that the Senate proceed ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS but every tanker going out is escorted to a period of morning business, with by two tugs. We also have radar mon- Senators permitted to speak for up to itors that are in place that truly allow 10 minutes each. REMEMBERING JUAN GONZALEZ for a greater level of oversight and The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without AND BRIAN LAW scrutiny. objection, it is so ordered. ∑ Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I ask my What we have done in response to the f colleagues to join me in honoring the spill is, I think, something that is wor- REMEMBERING RICHARD CLINE memory of two dedicated public serv- thy of note. Clearly, it is something ants, California Highway Patrol offi- that Other Nations look to as the ex- Mr. BURR. Mr. President, I wish to cers Juan Gonzalez and Brian Law. Of- ample of preparedness. We have our pay tribute to Richard Francis Cline, a ficer Gonzalez and Officer Law were Prince William Sound Regional Citi- member of ‘‘The Greatest Generation.’’ tragically killed in the line of duty zens Advisory Council in place. They Mr. Cline, who passed away last Sep- while responding to an automobile ac- are truly active and engaged, not only tember at the age of 89, will be honored cident in Kingsburg, CA. with the community, but with the fish- today by interment at Arlington Na- A graduate of Tulare Union High ing fleets. tional Cemetery. Mr. Cline was a dedi- School and California State University, We have learned that the company cated father and patriot who, like so Fresno, Juan Gonzalez joined the Cali- Alyeska—the management company many of his generation, left friends, fornia Highway Patrol in 2008, the cul- for the transportation of Alaska’s family, and the comfort of home to mination of years of hard work and the North Slope oil—conducts two major take up arms in defense of his Nation. realization of a goal that he had held oil spill drills every year to make sure A native of Chicago, and North Caro- since he was 5 years old. He worked for that there is a level of preparedness. linian later in his life, Mr. Cline and 2 years in San Jose before transferring We have about 400 local fishing boat his eight siblings knew hardship early to the Fresno area in 2010. owners that are trained to deploy and in life, coming of age during the Great A Marine and Air Force reservist, maintain the boom. They come to- Depression. To help support his family Brian Law also graduated from the gether with drills to make sure we he worked at several jobs as a boy and California Highway Patrol Academy in never have anything like we saw with as a young man. He began working by 2008 and worked in Alameda County for the Exxon Valdez again. selling popcorn at Wrigley Stadium at the CHP for 5 years before transferring I think it is fair to say that 25 years the age of 9 and learned, out of neces- to Fresno last year. after the spill, we are continuing to sity, the merit of a strong work ethic Officer Gonzalez and Officer Law first monitor not only the land and water that would follow him for the rest of met as cadets at the California High- but our fisheries. I recognize we still his life. way Patrol Academy, where they be- have a herring fishery that has not yet After graduating from high school, came good friends. In 2013, they teamed recovered. We still have a bird popu- he joined the U.S. Army at the age of up as partners in the CHP’s Fresno of- lation—the guillemot—which has not 18. He served his country in General fice. recovered. Patton’s famous 3rd Army Corps, Those who knew Officer Gonzalez Twenty-five years is a long time. where he was a member of the 15th fondly remember him as a trusted col- When you have a disaster, as we had, it Medical Supply Division that operated league and friend who was committed does leave an impact. My goal, mission, in England as well as France and Bel- to his career and family. His deter- and effort as a legislator is to make gium during the Battle of the Bulge. mined spirit, unique laugh, and cama- certain we do not have a level of com- He witnessed the horrors of war and raderie will be missed. placency where we close our eyes and served his country to provide not only Officer Law was an avid sports fan fail in our efforts for preparedness for his family, but also for the freedom with an engaging personality whose again. of all Americans. willingness to help others and passion I think what we have demonstrated While stationed in a small town in for law enforcement helped him to be- in Alaska since the spill is, as I say, ad- Belgium, he met his future wife, Jean- come a respected member of the Cali- mirable in recognizing that we had ine. She returned with him to America fornia Highway Patrol. Above all else,

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They awards. dedication epitomize the best ideals of played remarkably well and defeated Like many New Englanders, Dave en- law enforcement, and I send my heart- their rivals capturing the Summit joyed the outdoors by taking camping felt sympathies to their families, League Championship title, and ulti- and fishing trips throughout the re- friends and colleagues—especially mately clinching an automatic berth in gion. He also took particular pleasure Maria, Officer Gonzalez’s mother, and the NCAA tournament. in riding his Harley-Davidson on the his sister Sandra; and Rebecca, Officer Founded in 1862, the University of back roads of New Hampshire. Most of Law’s wife; his stepdaughter Lauren; South Dakota has continually sought all, Dave loved spending time with his son Brandon; daughter Samantha; fa- and achieved excellence. As my alma family, entertaining them with magic ther Denis Law; mother Judy Doty; mater, I personally can attest to the tricks and card games. and sister Carol Law-Stetson. spirit of this world-class institution. I had the honor of meeting Master They will be sorely missed.∑ Qualifying for the NCAA Division I Sergeant Poirier’s family during his dignified transfer ceremony at Pease f tournament exemplifies the hard work that defines the USD community and Air National Guard Base. He was a de- REMEMBERING SERGEANT TOM showcases its prestige. voted family man and I know his ab- SMITH I commend the exceptional leader- sence will be felt by many. However, it ∑ Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I ask my ship and vision of president James W. is my hope that during this extremely colleagues to join me in paying tribute Abbott who, in 2006, announced that difficult time Dave’s family and friends to Sergeant Tom Smith, a 23-year vet- USD’s athletic programs would transi- will find comfort in knowing that eran of the Bay Area Rapid Transit, tion from NCAA Division II to Division Americans everywhere appreciate deep- BART, Police Department, who was an I. That move made this journey to the ly his vow to defend our country so exceptional law enforcement officer, a Big Dance possible. Additionally, direc- that the rest of us may continue to live devoted and loyal friend, and most of tor of athletics David Herbster along in peace and freedom. all a dedicated family man. Sergeant with head coach Amy Williams, assist- Along with his wife, Kim, Master Smith was tragically struck down on ant coaches Brook Atkinson, Josh Sergeant Poirier is survived by his sons January 21, 2014, becoming the first po- Hutchinson, and Chuck Love, and grad- Andrew and Bradley Poirier; his daugh- lice officer in BART’s 42-year history uate assistant Tandem Mays helped ter Nicole Poirier; his step sons Kevin to be killed in the line of duty. lead the team through this remarkable and Dillon Forzese; his grandchildren Tom Smith was born and raised in season. Eliana, Kai, and Olivia; his brothers the San Francisco Bay Area, the In honor of their dedication and suc- Kenny, Charlie, John, and Bob Poirier; youngest of three brothers who all be- cess I would like to congratulate to as well as his step father Charlie Caine. I ask my colleagues and all Ameri- came police officers and the first to each of the outstanding Coyote team cans to join me in honoring the life and pursue a career in law enforcement. members: Bailey Milne, Tia Hemiller, service of this brave American, David Joining the BART police at age 19 as a Madeleine White, Kelly Stewart, Tay- Poirier.∑ cadet, he rose through the ranks, serv- lor Moore, Bridget Arens, Raeshel ing as a field training officer and a K– Contreras, Jaylah Jackson, Margaret f 9 handler before becoming a detective McCloud, Emily Smith, Polly Har- REPORT RELATIVE TO THE and eventually reaching the rank of rington, Nicole Seekamp, Heidi Hoff, ISSUANCE OF AN EXECUTIVE Sergeant, where he led BART’s detec- and Lisa Loeffler. Their tireless work ORDER TO TAKE ADDITIONAL tive unit. ethic, determination, and skills are STEPS WITH RESPECT TO THE Colleagues remember Sergeant second to none. Congratulations and NATIONAL EMERGENCY ORIGI- Smith as an experienced and respected Go Yotes!∑ NALLY DECLARED ON MARCH 6, leader who was passionate about his f 2014 IN EXECUTIVE ORDER 13660 work. It was through his job that he WITH RESPECT TO UKRAINE, RE- REMEMBERING MASTER met the love of his life, Kellie, a BART CEIVED DURING ADJOURNMENT SERGEANT DAVID POIRIER police officer with the K–9 unit. Mar- OF THE SENATE ON MARCH 17, ried in 2001, Sergeant Smith and his ∑ Mrs. SHAHEEN. Mr. President, it is 2014—PM 36 wife have a beautiful 6-year-old daugh- with profound sadness that I rise to The PRESIDING OFFICER laid be- ter, Summer. His friends remember honor the life and service of U.S. Air fore the Senate the following message him as a devoted husband, father, and Force Master Sergeant David Poirier, from the President of the United brother. When he was not on duty he who passed away February 28, 2014, States, together with an accompanying spent as much time as he could with while stationed at Al Udeid Air Base in report; which was referred to the Com- Kellie and Summer, his brothers Pat- Qatar. Master Sergeant Poirier was mittee on Banking, Housing, and rick, a Newark police officer, and Ed- serving his sixth tour overseas as a Urban Affairs: ward, an Alameda County sheriff’s dep- member of the New Hampshire Air Na- THE WHITE HOUSE, uty, and his brother-in-law Todd, a tional Guard’s 157th Operational Sup- Washington, DC, March 16, 2014. Hayward police officer. port Squadron. He had also previously Hon. JOSEPH R. BIDEN, Jr., Tom Smith dedicated his life to his completed tours in Iraq, Afghanistan, President of the Senate, family, his community, and his coun- Guam, Qatar, and El Salvador, in addi- Washington, DC. try. His dedicated and courageous serv- tion to other Guard missions in New DEAR MR. PRESIDENT: Pursuant to the ice will not be forgotten. On behalf of Hampshire. International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), I hereby the people of California, whom he Dave, as he was known to family and friends, was born in Woonsocket, RI, report that I have issued an Executive Order served so bravely, I extend my grati- (the ‘‘order’’) expanding the scope of the na- tude and deepest sympathies to his and grew up in Blackstone, MA, where tional emergency I declared in Executive family, friends, and colleagues.∑ he graduated from Blackstone-Millville Order 13660 of March 6, 2014, with respect to f Regional High School. A resident of the unusual and extraordinary threat to the Salem, NH, Dave was an active and re- national security and foreign policy of the UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH DAKOTA spected member of the New Hampshire United States posed by the situation in COYOTES community in his role as an airman as Ukraine. ∑ Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota. Mr. well as his position as postmaster for In the order, I find that the actions and policies of the Government of the Russian President, I am proud to congratulate the town of Atkinson. At the time of Federation with respect to Ukraine—includ- the University of South Dakota, USD, his passing at age 52, Dave had served ing the recent deployment of Russian Fed- Coyotes Women’s basketball team for over 22 years in the U.S. Air Force and eration military forces in the Crimea region making the NCAA Division I tour- had earned the Air Force Commenda- of Ukraine—undermine democratic processes

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The order blocks Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012, of certain unemployment benefits, and for the property and interests in property of per- and for other purposes. other purposes. sons listed in an Annex to the order. The H.R. 4076. An act to address shortages and H.R. 3474. An act to amend the Internal order also blocks the property and interests interruptions in the availability of propane Revenue Code of 1986 to allow employers to in property of persons determined by the and other home heating fuels in the United exempt employees with health coverage Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation States, and for other purposes. under TRICARE or the Veterans Administra- with the Secretary of State: Under the authority of the order of tion from being taken into account for pur- ∑ to be an official of the Government of the Senate of January 3, 2013, the bills poses of the employer mandate under the Pa- the Russian Federation; were subsequently signed on March 15, tient Protection and Affordable Care Act. ∑ to operate in the arms and related mate- H.R. 3979. An act to amend the Internal riel sector in the Russian Federation; 2014, during the adjournment of the Revenue Code of 1986 to ensure that emer- ∑ to be owned or controlled by, or to have Senate, by the Acting President pro gency services volunteers are not taken into acted or purported to act for or on behalf of, tempore (Mr. REED). account as employees under the shared re- directly or indirectly: Under the authority of the order of sponsibility requirements contained in the Æ a senior official of the Government of the the Senate of January 3, 2013, the Sec- Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Russian Federation; or retary of the Senate, on March 18, 2014, Æ f a person whose property and interests in during the adjournment of the Senate, property are blocked pursuant to the order; MEASURES READ THE FIRST TIME or received a message from the House of ∑ to have materially assisted, sponsored, Representatives announcing that pur- The following bill was read the first or provided financial, material, or techno- suant to 10 U.S.C. 6968(a), and the order time: logical support for, or goods or services to or of the House of January 3, 2013, the S. 2149. A bill to provide for the extension in support of: Speaker appoints the following Mem- of certain unemployment benefits, and for Æ a senior official of the Government of the ber on the part of the House of Rep- other purposes. Russian Federation; or resentatives to the Board of Visitors to Æ f a person whose property and interests in the United States Naval Academy: Mr. property are blocked pursuant to the order. THOMAS J. ROONEY of Florida. ENROLLED JOINT RESOLUTION In addition, the order suspends entry into PRESENTED the United States of any alien determined to f meet one or more of the above criteria. The Secretary of the Senate reported I have delegated to the Secretary of the MESSAGE FROM THE HOUSE that on March 14, 2014, she had pre- Treasury the authority, in consultation with sented to the President of the United the Secretary of State, to take such actions, At 2:05 p.m., a message from the States the following enrolled joint res- including the promulgation of rules and reg- House of Representatives, delivered by olution: ulations, and to employ all powers granted Mrs. Cole, one of its reading clerks, an- S.J. Res. 32. Joint resolution providing for to the President by IEEPA as may be nec- nounced that the House has passed the essary to carry out the purposes of the order. the reappointment of John W. McCarter as a following bills, in which it requests the citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the All agencies of the United States Govern- concurrence of the Senate: ment are directed to take all appropriate Smithsonian Institution. measures within their authority to carry out H.R. 3189. An act to prohibit the condi- f the provisions of the order. tioning of any permit, lease, or other use I am enclosing a copy of the Executive agreement on the transfer of any water right INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND Order I have issued. to the United States by the Secretaries of JOINT RESOLUTIONS the Interior and Agriculture. Sincerely, The following bills and joint resolu- BARACK OBAMA. H.R. 3973. An act to amend section 530D of title 28, United States Code. tions were introduced, read the first f H.R. 4015. An act to amend title XVIII of and second times by unanimous con- MESSAGES FROM THE HOUSE the Social Security Act to repeal the Medi- sent, and referred as indicated: RECEIVED DURING ADJOURNMENT care sustainable growth rate and improve By Mr. REED (for himself, Mr. HELLER, Medicare payments for physicians and other Mr. MERKLEY, Ms. COLLINS, Mr. ENROLLED JOINT RESOLUTION SIGNED professionals, and for other purposes. BOOKER, Mr. PORTMAN, Mr. BROWN, Under the authority of the order of f Ms. MURKOWSKI, Mr. DURBIN, and Mr. the Senate of January 3, 2013, the Sec- KIRK): retary of the Senate, on March 14, 2014, MEASURES REFERRED S. 2149. A bill to provide for the extension during the adjournment of the Senate, of certain unemployment benefits, and for received a message from the House of The following bills were read the first other purposes; read the first time. Representatives announcing that the and the second times by unanimous By Mr. BLUMENTHAL (for himself and Speaker had signed the following en- consent, and referred as indicated: Mr. HATCH): S. 2150. A bill to advance the public health rolled joint resolution: H.R. 3189. An act to prohibit the condi- tioning of any permit, lease, or other use by encouraging independent innovators to S.J. Res. 32. Joint resolution providing for agreement on the transfer of any water right pursue drug repurposing research and de- the reappointment of John W. McCarter as a to the United States by the Secretaries of velop new treatments and cures by providing citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the the Interior and Agriculture; to the Com- appropriate intellectual property protections Smithsonian Institution. mittee on Energy and Natural Resources. for those innovations, and for other pur- Under the authority of the order of H.R. 3973. An act to amend section 530D of poses; to the Committee on the Judiciary. the Senate of January 3, 2013, the joint title 28, United States Code; to the Com- f resolution was subsequently signed on mittee on the Judiciary. SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND March 14, 2014, during the adjournment f of the Senate, by the Acting President SENATE RESOLUTIONS pro tempore (Mr. KING). MEASURES DISCHARGED The following concurrent resolutions ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED and Senate resolutions were read, and The following bill was discharged referred (or acted upon), as indicated: Under the authority of the order of from the Committee on Banking, Hous- the Senate of January 3, 2013, the Sec- ing, and Urban Affairs pursuant to the By Mr. BROWN (for himself and Mr. ISAKSON): retary of the Senate, on March 14, 2014, order of January 13, 2014, and placed on during the adjournment of the Senate, S. Res. 393. A resolution supporting the the calendar: goals of World Tuberculosis Day to raise received a message from the House of S. 1352. A bill to reauthorize the Native awareness about tuberculosis; to the Com- Representatives announcing that the American Housing Assistance and Self-De- mittee on Foreign Relations. Speaker had signed the following en- termination Act of 1996, and for other pur- By Mr. BURR (for himself and Mrs. rolled bills: poses. MURRAY):

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S. 392 1064, a bill to amend title XVIII of the setts (Ms. WARREN) was added as a co- At the request of Mr. UDALL of New sponsor of S. 132, a bill to provide for Social Security Act to provide for Mexico, the name of the Senator from treatment of clinical psychologists as the admission of the State of New Co- Massachusetts (Mr. MARKEY) was added lumbia into the Union. physicians for purposes of furnishing as a cosponsor of S. 392, a bill to sup- clinical psychologist services under the S. 170 port and encourage the health and Medicare program. At the request of Ms. MURKOWSKI, the well-being of elementary school and S. 1069 name of the Senator from Maine (Ms. secondary school students by enhanc- At the request of Mrs. GILLIBRAND, COLLINS) was added as a cosponsor of S. ing school physical education and 170, a bill to recognize the heritage of health education. the name of the Senator from Alaska (Mr. BEGICH) was added as a cosponsor recreational fishing, hunting, and rec- S. 398 of S. 1069, a bill to prohibit discrimina- reational shooting on Federal public At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the tion in adoption or foster care place- land and ensure continued opportuni- name of the Senator from New Jersey ments based on the sexual orientation, ties for those activities. (Mr. BOOKER) was added as a cosponsor gender identity, or marital status of S. 192 of S. 398, a bill to establish the Com- any prospective adoptive or foster par- At the request of Mr. BARRASSO, the mission to Study the Potential Cre- ent, or the sexual orientation or gender name of the Senator from Illinois (Mr. ation of a National Women’s History identity of the child involved. KIRK) was added as a cosponsor of S. Museum, and for other purposes. S. 1212 192, a bill to enhance the energy secu- S. 635 rity of United States allies, and for At the request of Mr. BROWN, the At the request of Mr. UDALL of Colo- other purposes. names of the Senator from Iowa (Mr. rado, the name of the Senator from Maine (Ms. COLLINS) was added as a co- S. 204 GRASSLEY) and the Senator from Illi- sponsor of S. 1212, a bill to amend the At the request of Mr. PAUL, the nois (Mr. KIRK) were added as cospon- Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restora- names of the Senator from Mississippi sors of S. 635, a bill to amend the tion Act to facilitate the establishment (Mr. COCHRAN) and the Senator from Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act to provide an of additional or expanded public target Texas (Mr. CORNYN) were added as co- exception to the annual written pri- ranges in certain States. sponsors of S. 204, a bill to preserve and vacy notice requirement. protect the free choice of individual S. 728 S. 1242 employees to form, join, or assist labor At the request of Mr. SCHUMER, the At the request of Mr. BROWN, the organizations, or to refrain from such name of the Senator from Massachu- name of the Senator from Illinois (Mr. activities. setts (Mr. MARKEY) was added as a co- DURBIN) was added as a cosponsor of S. 1242, a bill to amend the Fair Housing S. 313 sponsor of S. 728, a bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend Act, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. MCCONNELL, his name was added as a cosponsor of S. the exclusion from gross income for S. 1291 employer-provided health coverage for 313, a bill to amend the Internal Rev- At the request of Mr. REED, the name employees’ spouses and dependent chil- enue Code of 1986 to provide for the tax of the Senator from South Dakota (Mr. dren to coverage provided to other eli- treatment of ABLE accounts estab- JOHNSON) was added as a cosponsor of gible designated beneficiaries of em- lished under State programs for the S. 1291, a bill to strengthen families’ ployees. care of family members with disabil- engagement in the education of their ities, and for other purposes. S. 917 children. At the request of Mr. CARDIN, the At the request of Mr. CASEY, the S. 1306 name of the Senator from Washington name of the Senator from Nevada (Mr. At the request of Mr. REED, the name (Ms. CANTWELL) was added as a cospon- REID) was added as a cosponsor of S. of the Senator from Vermont (Mr. sor of S. 917, a bill to amend the Inter- 313, supra. SANDERS) was added as a cosponsor of nal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a S. 1306, a bill to amend the Elementary S. 338 reduced rate of excise tax on beer pro- At the request of Mr. WALSH, his and Secondary Education Act of 1965 in duced domestically by certain quali- order to improve environmental lit- name was added as a cosponsor of S. fying producers. 338, a bill to amend the Land and Water eracy to better prepare students for S. 948 Conservation Fund Act of 1965 to pro- postsecondary education and careers, At the request of Mr. COCHRAN, the and for other purposes. vide consistent and reliable authority name of the Senator from Louisiana for, and for the funding of, the land and S. 1431 (Mr. VITTER) was added as a cosponsor water conservation fund to maximize of S. 948, a bill to amend title XVIII of At the request of Mr. WYDEN, the the effectiveness of the fund for future the Social Security Act to provide for name of the Senator from Mississippi generations, and for other purposes. coverage and payment for complex re- (Mr. WICKER) was added as a cosponsor S. 370 habilitation technology items under of S. 1431, a bill to permanently extend At the request of Mr. COCHRAN, the the Medicare program. the Internet Tax Freedom Act. name of the Senator from California S. 994 S. 1468 (Mrs. FEINSTEIN) was added as a co- At the request of Mr. WARNER, the At the request of Mr. BROWN, the sponsor of S. 370, a bill to improve and name of the Senator from Washington names of the Senator from Maine (Ms. expand geographic literacy among kin- (Mrs. MURRAY) was added as a cospon- COLLINS) and the Senator from Maine dergarten through grade 12 students in sor of S. 994, a bill to expand the Fed- (Mr. KING) were added as cosponsors of the United States by improving profes- eral Funding Accountability and S. 1468, a bill to require the Secretary sional development programs for kin- Transparency Act of 2006 to increase of Commerce to establish the Network dergarten through grade 12 teachers of- accountability and transparency in for Manufacturing Innovation and for fered through institutions of higher Federal spending, and for other pur- other purposes. education. poses. S. 1517 S. 382 S. 1053 At the request of Mr. WHITEHOUSE, At the request of Mr. SCHUMER, the At the request of Mr. WYDEN, the the name of the Senator from Maine name of the Senator from Massachu- name of the Senator from Illinois (Mr. (Ms. COLLINS) was added as a cosponsor

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S. 1827 Medicare program for medically nec- S. 1574 At the request of Mr. MANCHIN, the essary short inpatient hospital stays, At the request of Ms. MURKOWSKI, the names of the Senator from Pennsyl- and for other purposes. name of the Senator from Alaska (Mr. vania (Mr. CASEY) and the Senator S. 2083 BEGICH) was added as a cosponsor of S. from Wisconsin (Ms. BALDWIN) were At the request of Mr. UDALL of Colo- 1574, a bill to amend the Indian Em- added as cosponsors of S. 1827, a bill to rado, the name of the Senator from ployment, Training and Related Serv- award a Congressional Gold Medal to North Dakota (Ms. HEITKAMP) was ices Demonstration Act of 1992 to fa- the American Fighter Aces, collec- added as a cosponsor of S. 2083, a bill to cilitate the ability of Indian tribes to tively, in recognition of their heroic amend the Natural Gas Act to promote integrate the employment, training, military service and defense of our economic growth and job creation in and related services from diverse Fed- country’s freedom throughout the his- the United States, to strengthen stra- eral sources, and for other purposes. tory of aviation warfare. tegic partnerships with allies of the S. 1647 At the request of Mr. JOHNSON of United States, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. ROBERTS, the South Dakota, his name was added as a S. 2103 name of the Senator from South Caro- cosponsor of S. 1827, supra. At the request of Mr. BOOZMAN, the lina (Mr. SCOTT) was added as a cospon- S. 1941 names of the Senator from Utah (Mr. sor of S. 1647, a bill to amend the Pa- At the request of Mr. INHOFE, the HATCH) and the Senator from Montana tient Protection and Affordable Care name of the Senator from Kansas (Mr. (Mr. TESTER) were added as cosponsors Act to repeal distributions for medi- ROBERTS) was added as a cosponsor of of S. 2103, a bill to direct the Adminis- cine qualified only if for prescribed S. 1941, a bill to establish requirements trator of the Federal Aviation Admin- drug or insulin. for the adoption of any new or revised istration to issue or revise regulations S. 1659 requirement providing for the screen- with respect to the medical certifi- At the request of Mr. DURBIN, the ing, testing, or treatment of an airman cation of certain small aircraft pilots, name of the Senator from Hawaii (Mr. or an air traffic controller for a sleep and for other purposes. SCHATZ) was added as a cosponsor of S. disorder, and for other purposes. S. 2105 1659, a bill to amend the Higher Edu- S. 1956 At the request of Mr. COCHRAN, the cation Act of 1965 regarding propri- At the request of Mr. SCHATZ, the name of the Senator from Louisiana etary institutions of higher education name of the Senator from California (Mr. VITTER) was added as a cosponsor in order to protect students and tax- (Mrs. FEINSTEIN) was added as a co- of S. 2105, a bill to prohibit the Federal payers. sponsor of S. 1956, a bill to direct the funding of a State firearms ownership S. 1694 Secretary of Defense to review the dis- database. At the request of Mr. HARKIN, the charge characterization of former S. 2106 name of the Senator from Mississippi members of the Armed Forces who At the request of Mrs. FISCHER, the (Mr. COCHRAN) was added as a cospon- were discharged by reason of the sexual names of the Senator from Alabama sor of S. 1694, a bill to amend the Inter- orientation of the member, and for (Mr. SESSIONS) and the Senator from nal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a other purposes. Missouri (Mr. BLUNT) were added as co- credit against income tax for the pur- S. 1992 sponsors of S. 2106, a bill to amend the chase of hearing aids. At the request of Ms. BALDWIN, the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to pro- S. 1738 names of the Senator from Michigan vide that the individual health insur- At the request of Mr. CORNYN, the (Ms. STABENOW) and the Senator from ance mandate not apply until the em- names of the Senator from Maine (Ms. Ohio (Mr. BROWN) were added as co- ployer health insurance mandate is en- COLLINS) and the Senator from Cali- sponsors of S. 1992, a bill to amend title forced without exceptions. fornia (Mrs. FEINSTEIN) were added as XIX of the Social Security Act to pro- S. 2115 cosponsors of S. 1738, a bill to provide vide a standard definition of thera- At the request of Mr. DURBIN, the justice for the victims of trafficking. peutic foster care services in Medicaid. names of the Senator from Maryland S. 1767 S. 2008 (Ms. MIKULSKI) and the Senator from At the request of Mr. MARKEY, the At the request of Ms. COLLINS, her New York (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) were names of the Senator from New York name was added as a cosponsor of S. added as cosponsors of S. 2115, a bill to (Mr. SCHUMER) and the Senator from 2008, a bill to strengthen resources for provide for the establishment of a fund New York (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) were entrepreneurs by improving the SCORE to provide for an expanded and sus- added as cosponsors of S. 1767, a bill to program, and for other purposes. tained national investment in bio- amend title 49, United States Code, to S. 2024 medical research. require gas pipeline facilities to accel- At the request of Mr. CRUZ, the name S. 2122 erate the repair, rehabilitation, and re- of the Senator from Mississippi (Mr. At the request of Mr. HATCH, the placement of high-risk pipelines used WICKER) was added as a cosponsor of S. names of the Senator from Wyoming in commerce, and for other purposes. 2024, a bill to amend chapter 1 of title (Mr. ENZI), the Senator from Tennessee S. 1768 1, United States Code, with regard to (Mr. ALEXANDER), the Senator from At the request of Mr. MARKEY, the the definition of ‘‘marriage’’ and Georgia (Mr. ISAKSON), the Senator names of the Senator from New York ‘‘spouse’’ for Federal purposes and to from Mississippi (Mr. WICKER) and the (Mr. SCHUMER) and the Senator from ensure respect for State regulation of Senator from Oklahoma (Mr. INHOFE) New York (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) were marriage. were added as cosponsors of S. 2122, a added as cosponsors of S. 1768, a bill to S. 2037 bill to amend titles XVIII and XIX of establish State revolving loan funds to At the request of Mr. ROBERTS, the the Social Security Act to repeal the repair or replace natural gas distribu- name of the Senator from Mississippi Medicare sustainable growth rate and tion pipelines. (Mr. COCHRAN) was added as a cospon- to improve Medicare and Medicaid pay- S. 1823 sor of S. 2037, a bill to amend title ments, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. RUBIO, the XVIII of the Social Security Act to re- S. RES. 348 name of the Senator from California move the 96-hour physician certifi- At the request of Mr. BURR, the name (Mrs. FEINSTEIN) was added as a co- cation requirement for inpatient crit- of the Senator from Delaware (Mr. sponsor of S. 1823, a bill to amend part ical access hospital services. COONS) was added as a cosponsor of S.

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RES. 372 Whereas the Institute of Medicine found Whereas the National Institutes of Health, At the request of Mr. MENENDEZ, the that a decrease in tuberculosis control fund- through its many institutes and centers, name of the Senator from Maine (Ms. ing and the spread of HIV/AIDS caused the plays the leading role in basic and clinical COLLINS) was added as a cosponsor of S. resurgence of tuberculosis between 1980 and research on the identification, treatment, Res. 372, a resolution supporting the 1992; and prevention of tuberculosis; Whereas although the number of tuber- goals and ideals of the Secondary Whereas the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, culosis cases in the United States continues Tuberculosis, and Malaria provides 63 per- School Student Athletes’ Bill of to decline, progress towards eliminating tu- cent of all international financing for tuber- Rights. berculosis has slowed and the disease does culosis programs; S. RES. 390 not recognize borders; Whereas the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, At the request of Mr. MERKLEY, the Whereas African Americans are 8 times Tuberculosis, and Malaria finances— name of the Senator from Colorado more likely to have tuberculosis than Cauca- (1) proposals worth $3,200,000,000 in 112 sians, and significant disparities exist among (Mr. BENNET) was added as a cosponsor countries; other minorities in the United States, in- (2) tuberculosis treatment for 6,000,000 peo- of S. Res. 390, a resolution designating cluding Native Americans, Asian Americans, ple; and March 11, 2014, as ‘‘World Plumbing and Hispanic Americans; (3) 1,800,000 HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis Day’’. Whereas over 530,000 children became in- services; f fected with tuberculosis in 2012; Whereas the prevalence and mortality Whereas tobacco use greatly increases the SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS rates of tuberculosis are declining in many risk of tuberculosis and death, and more countries with programs supported by the than 20 percent of tuberculosis cases world- Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, wide attribute to smoking; SENATE RESOLUTION 393—SUP- and Malaria; and Whereas diabetes is a major risk factor for Whereas March 24, 2014, is World Tuber- PORTING THE GOALS OF WORLD tuberculosis, and people with diabetes are culosis Day, a day that commemorates the TUBERCULOSIS DAY TO RAISE more likely to develop the disease and have date in 1882 on which Dr. Robert Koch an- AWARENESS ABOUT TUBER- a higher risk of death due to the disease; nounced his discovery of Mycobacterium tu- CULOSIS Whereas a new technology, known as berculosis, the bacteria that causes tuber- Xpert, developed in the United States, is able Mr. BROWN (for himself and Mr. culosis: Now, therefore, be it to diagnose cases of tuberculosis within 2 Resolved, That the Senate— ISAKSON) submitted the following reso- hours, and such technology can even diag- (1) supports the goals of World Tuber- lution; which was referred to the Com- nose cases that are difficult to detect, such culosis Day to raise awareness about tuber- mittee on Foreign Relations: as cases involving individuals living with culosis; HIV; S. RES. 393 (2) commends the progress of anti-tuber- Whereas although drugs, diagnostics, and Whereas 1/3 of the population of the world culosis efforts by entities that include the vaccines for tuberculosis exist, these tech- United States Agency for International De- is infected with the tuberculosis bacterium; nologies are antiquated and increasingly in- velopment, the Centers for Disease Control Whereas more than 9,500 tuberculosis cases adequate for controlling the global epidemic; and Prevention, the National Institutes of were reported in the United States in 2013; Whereas Xpert can quickly detect resist- Health, and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Whereas more than 1,300,000 individuals die ance to 1 of the primary tuberculosis drugs, Tuberculosis, and Malaria; and from tuberculosis each year; but other tests to detect drug resistance (3) reaffirms the commitment to global tu- Whereas over 95 percent of tuberculosis take at least 1 month to complete and the berculosis control set forth in section 4 of deaths occur in low- and middle-income de- medical community must develop even fast- the United States Leadership Against HIV/ veloping countries; er drug susceptibility tests to stop the AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Act of 2003 Whereas tuberculosis is the second leading spread of drug-resistant tuberculosis; (22 U.S.C. 7603). global infectious disease killer, behind HIV/ Whereas Bacillus Calmette-Gue´rin, a tu- AIDS, and claims 1,800,000 lives each year; berculosis vaccine that is known as ‘‘BCG’’, f Whereas tuberculosis is a leading killer of provides some protection to children but has SENATE RESOLUTION 394—DESIG- people living with HIV/AIDS, causing 1/5 of little or no efficacy in preventing pulmonary all deaths among people with HIV/AIDS; tuberculosis in adults; NATING APRIL 5, 2014, AS ‘‘GOLD Whereas tuberculosis is the third leading Whereas there is a critical need for the de- STAR WIVES DAY’’ killer of adult women, and the stigma associ- velopment of tuberculosis drugs that individ- Mr. BURR (for himself and Mrs. MUR- ated with tuberculosis disproportionately af- uals can safely take concurrently with RAY) submitted the following resolu- fects women, causing women to delay seek- antiretroviral therapy for HIV; tion; which was referred to the Com- ing care and interfering with treatment ad- Whereas the Millennium Development herence; Goal of the World Health Organization is to mittee on the Judiciary: Whereas the global tuberculosis pandemic reverse the spread of tuberculosis by 2015; S. RES. 394 and the spread of drug-resistant tuberculosis Whereas the enactment of the Tom Lantos Whereas the Senate honors the sacrifices present a persistent public health threat to and Henry J. Hyde United States Global made by the spouses and families of the fall- the United States; Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, en members of the Armed Forces of the Whereas according to 2009 data from the and Malaria Reauthorization Act of 2008 United States; World Health Organization, 3.6 percent of all (Public Law 110–293; 122 Stat. 2918) and the Whereas Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. new tuberculosis cases are drug resistant; Comprehensive Tuberculosis Elimination represents the spouses and families of the Whereas multi-drug resistant tuberculosis Act of 2008 (Public Law 110–392; 122 Stat. 4195) members and veterans of the Armed Forces (referred to in this preamble as ‘‘MDR-TB’’) provides an historic United States commit- of the United States who have died on active is present in virtually all countries surveyed; ment to the global eradication of tuber- duty or as a result of a service-connected dis- Whereas approximately 450,000 people culosis, including a commitment to success- ability; around the world developed MDR-TB in 2012; fully treating 4,500,000 tuberculosis patients Whereas the primary mission of Gold Star Whereas extensively drug-resistant tuber- and 90,000 MDR-TB patients between 2008 and Wives of America, Inc. is to provide services, culosis (referred to in this preamble as 2013 and to providing additional treatment support, and friendship to the spouses of the ‘‘XDR-TB’’) is a strain of tuberculosis that is through coordinated multilateral efforts; fallen members and veterans of the Armed very difficult and expensive to treat and has Whereas the United States Agency for Forces of the United States; high and rapid fatality rates, especially International Development provides finan- Whereas in 1945, Gold Star Wives of Amer- among HIV/AIDS patients; cial and technical assistance to nearly 40 ica, Inc. was organized with the help of Elea- Whereas there have been more than 63 highly burdened tuberculosis countries, sup- nor Roosevelt to assist the families left be- cases of XDR-TB in the United States be- ports the development of new diagnostic and hind by the fallen members and veterans of tween 2004 and 2014; treatment tools, and is authorized to support the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas as of September 2013, 92 countries research to develop new vaccines to combat Whereas the first meeting of Gold Star have reported at least 1 case of XDR-TB; tuberculosis; Wives of America, Inc. was held on April 5, Whereas the Centers for Disease Control Whereas the Centers for Disease Control 1945; and Prevention estimated, in 2009, that the and Prevention, partnering with the other Whereas April 5, 2014, marks the 69th anni- cost of hospitalizing a single patient with entities of the United States and individual versary of the first meeting of Gold Star XDR-TB is $483,000; States and territories, directs the national Wives of America, Inc.;

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Mr. President, I wish to Resolved, That the Senate— agency may not enter into a contract, announce that the Committee on (1) designates April 5, 2014, as ‘‘Gold Star memorandum of understanding, or coopera- Health, Education, Labor, and Pen- Wives Day’’; tive agreement with, or make a grant to, or sions will meet on March 25, 2014, at (2) honors and recognizes— provide a loan or loan agreement to (A) the contributions of the members of Rosoboronexport, any subsidiary or affiliate 2:30 p.m., in room SD–430 of the Dirk- Gold Star Wives of America, Inc.; and of Rosoboronexport, or any domestic or for- sen Senate Office Building, to conduct (B) the dedication of the members of Gold eign entity that has a business relationship a hearing entitled ‘‘Teacher Prepara- Star Wives of America, Inc. to the members with Rosoboronexport or any subsidiary or tion: Ensuring a Quality Teacher in and veterans of the Armed Forces of the affiliate of Rosoboronexport related to the Every Classroom.’’ United States; and design, manufacture, or sale of military For further information regarding (3) encourages the people of the United equipment. this meeting, please contact Aissa States to observe Gold Star Wives Day to (2) TERMINATION OF EXISTING CONTRACTS Canchola of the committee staff on promote awareness of— AND AGREEMENTS.—The head of each execu- (A) the contributions and dedication of the tive agency shall immediately terminate any (202) 224–2009. members of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. contract, memorandum of understanding, co- COMMITTEE ON HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, to the members and veterans of the Armed operative agreement, loan, or loan agree- AND PENSIONS Forces of the United States; and ment described in paragraph (1). Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, I wish to (B) the important role that Gold Star (b) REPROGRAMMING AUTHORITY.— announce that the Committee on Wives of America, Inc. plays in the lives of (1) IN GENERAL.—The President may repro- Health, Education, Labor, and Pen- the spouses and families of the fallen mem- gram funds appropriated or otherwise made sions will meet on March 27, 2014, at 10 available for Economic Support Fund assist- bers and veterans of the Armed Forces of the a.m. in room SD–430 of the Dirksen United States. ance or security assistance for the govern- Senate Office Building, to conduct a f ment of a country that, on or after the date of the enactment of this Act, enters into a hearing entitled ‘‘Strengthening the AMENDMENTS SUBMITTED AND contract, memorandum of understanding, or Federal Student Loan Program for PROPOSED cooperative agreement with, or makes a Borrowers.’’ SA 2853. Mr. BARRASSO (for himself, Mr. grant to, or provides a loan or loan agree- For further information regarding ment to Rosoboronexport, or any subsidiary ENZI, Mr. BURR, Mr. COBURN, and Mr. COR- this meeting, please contact Aissa or affiliate of Rosoboronexport, in an NYN) submitted an amendment intended to Canchola of the committee staff on amount up to or equal to the total amount of be proposed by him to the bill S. 2124, to sup- (202) 224–2009. port sovereignty and democracy in Ukraine, each such contract, memorandum of under- PERMANENT SUBCOMMITTEE ON INVESTIGATIONS and for other purposes; which was ordered to standing, cooperative agreement, loan, or lie on the table. loan agreement. Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, I would SA 2854. Mr. COATS (for himself and Mr. (2) NOTIFICATION.—The President shall no- like to announce for the information of CORNYN) submitted an amendment intended tify Congress not later than 15 days before the Senate and the public that the Per- to be proposed by him to the bill S. 2124, reprogramming funds under paragraph (1). manent Subcommittee on Investiga- supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. (c) EXECUTIVE AGENCY DEFINED.—In this tions of the Committee on Homeland SA 2855. Mr. INHOFE submitted an amend- section, the term ‘‘executive agency’’ has the ment intended to be proposed by him to the meaning given the term in section 133 of Security and Governmental Affairs has bill S. 2124, supra; which was ordered to lie title 41, United States Code. scheduled a hearing entitled, ‘‘Cat- on the table. erpillar’s Offshore Tax Strategy.’’ The f SA 2855. Mr. INHOFE submitted an Subcommittee will continue its exam- amendment intended to be proposed by ination of the structures and methods TEXT OF AMENDMENTS him to the bill S. 2124, to support sov- employed by multinational corpora- SA 2853. Mr. BARRASSO (for him- ereignty and democracy in Ukraine, tions to allocate income outside of the self, Mr. ENZI, Mr. BURR, Mr. COBURN, and for other purposes; which was or- United States and how such activities and Mr. CORNYN) submitted an amend- dered to lie on the table; as follows: are affected by the Internal Revenue ment intended to be proposed by him Strike section 13. Code and related regulations. Wit- to the bill S. 2124, to support sov- nesses will include representatives of f ereignty and democracy in Ukraine, Caterpillar Inc. and and for other purposes; which was or- NOTICES OF HEARINGS PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, as well dered to lie on the table; as follows: COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND NATURAL as tax experts. A witness list will be On page 28, after line 25, add the following: RESOURCES available Friday, March 28, 2014. SEC. 12. EXPEDITED APPROVAL OF EXPOR- Ms. LANDRIEU. Mr. President, I The Subcommittee hearing has been TATION OF NATURAL GAS TO scheduled for Tuesday, April 1, 2014, at UKRAINE AND NORTH ATLANTIC would like to announce for the infor- TREATY ORGANIZATION MEMBER mation of the Senate and the public 9:30 a.m., in Room 106 of the Dirksen COUNTRIES. that a hearing has been scheduled be- Senate Office Building. For further in- (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 3(c) of the Nat- fore the Senate Committee on Energy formation, please contact Elise Bean of ural Gas Act (15 U.S.C. 717b(c)) is amended and Natural Resources. The hearing the Permanent Subcommittee on In- by inserting ‘‘, to Ukraine, or to a member vestigations at (202) 224–9505. country of the North Atlantic Treaty Orga- will be held on Tuesday, March 25, 2014, nization’’ after ‘‘trade in natural gas’’. at 10 a.m., in room SD–366 of the Dirk- COMMITTEE ON INDIAN AFFAIRS (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment sen Senate Office Building. Mr. TESTER. Mr. President, I would made by subsection (a) shall apply to appli- The Committee will conduct a hear- like to announce that the Committee cations for the authorization to export nat- ing entitled ‘‘Importing Energy, Ex- on Indian Affairs will meet during the ural gas under section 3 of the Natural Gas porting Jobs. Can It Be Reversed?’’ session of the Senate on Wednesday, Act (15 U.S.C. 717b) that are pending on, or Because of the limited time available April 2, 2014, in room SD–628 of the filed on or after, the date of the enactment of this Act. for the hearing, witnesses may testify Dirksen Senate Office Building, at 2:30 by invitation only. However, those p.m., to conduct a legislative hearing SA 2854. Mr. COATS (for himself and wishing to submit written testimony to receive testimony on the following Mr. CORNYN) submitted an amendment for the hearing record should send it to bills: S. 1474, to encourage the State of intended to be proposed by him to the the Committee on Energy and Natural Alaska to enter into intergovern- bill S. 2124, to support sovereignty and Resources, United States Senate, 304 mental agreements with Indian tribes democracy in Ukraine, and for other Dirksen Senate Office Building, Wash- in the State relating to the enforce- purposes; which was ordered to lie on ington, DC 20510–6150, or by email to ment of certain State laws by Indian the table; as follows: [email protected]. tribes, to improve the quality of life in

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RECOGNIZING THE NATIONAL planned, and potential mobility platforms Dr. Irma Harriman on the special occasion of CENTER FOR SIMULATION across the Department of Defense. Lt. Col. their 25th wedding anniversary. Hall also serves as the J–4 representative in Dr. Tucker, who was born in Mumbai, HON. DANIEL WEBSTER the National Military Command Center during moved to the United States in 1975 with just exercises and crisis/contingency operations. OF FLORIDA eight dollars in his pocket, a plane ticket that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Having received his commission from the was purchased by his siblings and a bag of Monday, March 24, 2014 United States Air Force Academy in 1993, Lt. Col. Hall has served in a variety of leadership clothes. Unaware of the trials and tribulations Mr. WEBSTER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I am and staff positions at the wing, major com- that lay ahead, Dr. Tucker was determined to pleased to recognize the National Center for mand, and air staff level. Additionally, he is a make a living and stay true to his humble be- Simulation (NCS), headquartered in Orlando, command pilot with more than 3,000 hours in ginnings. Florida, on the occasion of its 20th anniver- the C–21A, KC–135R, T–1A, and T–37. During his first months in the United States, sary. Since 1993, NCS’s mission has been to During his service to our nation, Darren has Dr. Tucker struggled to earn a living. He was ‘‘serve as the nation’s focal point and as a cat- received multiple awards and decorations in- hired as a dishwasher at a fast food chain for alyst for the development, understanding, and cluding: the Meritorious Service Medal with advancement of simulation and related tech- three oak leaf clusters, the Air Force Com- only a short time before he was let go. The nologies; to improve defense readiness and mendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster, the owners believed that he was a short term em- facilitate space exploration; to support edu- Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with four ployee because he was a medical school cation and training initiatives; and to extend oak leaf clusters, the National Defense Serv- graduate. useful applications of simulation.’’ ice Medal, and the Global War on Terrorism He continued his search for a career as a NCS is a consortium that facilitates collabo- Service Medal. doctor, hoping that he would find a hospital ration and networking among its local, national Darren is married to Sophia and they are that would accept him as an intern. On one and international membership. Home to acqui- the proud parents of Cord, Michael, Xavier, occasion, Dr. Tucker was on his way to St. sition commands for the Army, Navy and Ma- Cameron, and Maxwell. Lt. Col. Hall’s home- Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx to interview for rine Corps, the University of Central Florida, town is Newport News, Virginia, and I am an internship when he was mugged at gun- the Air Force Agency for Modeling Simulation proud to say that Darren and his family have point causing him to miss his appointment. Al- chosen Bristow, Virginia, as their new home. and over 150 industry companies, Orlando is though discouraged and disappointed, Dr. f a focal point for cooperative and collaborative Tucker went back to the hospital for a second efforts across diverse fields. XAVIER CORRAL interview, where he was later offered an in- NCS fosters relationships between these varied communities to help disperse resources ternship. From there, Dr. Tucker went on to HON. ED PERLMUTTER complete a residency in Jersey City and then and innovations in modeling, simulation and OF COLORADO training to those industries which may benefit to research positions at hospitals in New York IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and California. from the knowledge. These relationships result Monday, March 24, 2014 in new understandings in fields such as health During the course of Dr. Tucker’s career, he care, transportation, entertainment or even Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise was also able to find love. In the early 1980s, military readiness. In addition, their advance- today to recognize and applaud Xavier Corral Dr. Tucker was an assistant professor of ne- for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service ments support our workforce and business de- phrology at University of California, Los Ange- Ambassadors for Youth award. Xavier Corral velopment, as well as growth in education. les (UCLA) where he met Irma Harriman. is a 12th grader at Jefferson High School and As membership continues to grow and Seven years after Irma Harriman became his strengthen bonds across diverse communities, received this award because his determination and hard work have allowed him to overcome partner in his Simi Valley practice, they mar- I would like to congratulate NCS on its suc- ried. cesses and advancements thus far, and trust adversities. The dedication demonstrated by Xavier Cor- NCS will continue to provide us with the latest In Dr. Tucker, Dr. Harriman saw the same ral is exemplary of the type of achievement ideas and efforts in simulation, modeling and determination and idealism that she saw in that can be attained with hard work and perse- herself and related to the same barriers that training. verance. It is essential students at all levels f she, too, had faced. The pair symbolized hard strive to make the most of their education and work and determination. Despite the adversity HONORING THE SERVICE OF AIR develop a work ethic which will guide them for that both Dr. Tucker and Dr. Harriman faced, FORCE LIEUTENANT COLONEL the rest of their lives. they remained persistent in their pursuit of DARREN HALL I extend my deepest congratulations to Xa- vier Corral for winning the Arvada Wheat success, always remaining true to their up- HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. bringing. OF VIRGINIA I have no doubt he will exhibit the same dedi- Today, Dr. Tucker and Dr. Harriman operate IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cation and character in all of his future accom- nine dialysis centers throughout Southern Cali- plishments. fornia. Currently living across the Santa Monday, March 24, 2014 f Susana Pass, Dr. Tucker and Dr. Harriman Mr. WITTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to RECOGNIZING DR. KANT TUCKER never forget the experiences, people, and op- recognize and thank Lieutenant Colonel portunities that shaped their lives. Darren Hall, United States Air Force for his 21 AND DR. IRMA HARRIMAN’S 25TH years of service to our nation and to congratu- WEDDING ANNIVERSARY I want to sincerely thank Dr. Tucker and Dr. late him on his announced retirement. Harriman for their generosity and commitment Lieutenant Colonel Darren Hall is the Joint HON. JULIA BROWNLEY to our community and wish them all the best Staff/J–4, Deputy Chief of the Distribution Divi- OF CALIFORNIA upon the celebration of their 25th wedding an- sion and is responsible for shepherding pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES niversary. I applaud the love and support they grams related to air mobility through the Joint Monday, March 24, 2014 have both provided each other over the years, Capability Integration Development System Ms. BROWNLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, and I know that there are many more memo- (JCIDS) and providing inputs on all current, today I rise to recognize Dr. Kant Tucker and ries to be made.

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VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:55 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K24MR8.001 E24MRPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E418 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 24, 2014 COMMAND SERGEANT MAJOR While AMC had several years to plan for and nity. In less than 18 months, Slippery Rock JOHN L. MURRAY, U.S. ARMY transition to its new Alabama home, ACC raised funds, acquired land, erected buildings CONTRACTING COMMAND completed its relocation in less than 18 and gained approval to be a state normal months. This tremendous accomplishment school. Slippery Rock State Normal School HON. MO BROOKS was a direct result of Command Sergeant opened its doors on March 26, 1889 to its first OF ALABAMA Major Murray’s inspired leadership, foresight class of 168 students with its ‘‘ultimate object IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and team-building skills. . . . to make the student, as far as possible, I also wish to acknowledge and thank Com- Monday, March 24, 2014 an educator.’’ The Norman School became mand Sergeant Major Murray’s wife, Ingrid, for Slippery Rock State Teachers College after it Mr. BROOKS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, supporting her husband and Army families. was purchased by the Commonwealth in today I recognize and applaud the achieve- She served as the Family Readiness Group 1926. In 1960, it was renamed Slippery Rock ments of Command Sergeant Major John L. leader for the 11th Signal Brigade and Signal College and was granted university status in Murray of the U.S. Army Contracting Com- Corps Regimental Non Commissioned Officer 1983 to become Slippery Rock University. mand (ACC). Headquartered at Redstone Ar- Academy. She has also served as a senior Today, Slippery Rock University offers a senal, Alabama, ACC includes more than spouse advisor and mentor for other Family broad array of undergraduate and graduate 6,100 military and civilian employees across Readiness Groups and the Army Command programs to more than 8,000 students. The the globe that provide support to our war fight- and General Staff College at Fort Leaven- University is a recognized leader in evidence- ers by acquiring equipment, supplies, and worth, Kansas. Even the youngest member of based planning and decision making. The ap- services vital to our Soldiers’ mission and daily the Murray family, John, Jr., was recognized proximately 80,000 alumni have served in oc- needs. Command Sergeant Major Murray will by the Army Surgeon General for encouraging cupations across the spectrum. Slippery Rock soon retire after more than 35 years of distin- Army family members to ‘‘Ask for Help’’ when University has consistently been recognized guished service to America’s Army. He has contemplating suicide. not only as one of the best universities in the served with distinction at virtually every level The distinctive accomplishments of Com- Northeast but also as a great place to work. in the Army—from team chief to command mand Sergeant Major Murray represent a long Shaped by its normal school heritage, Slippery sergeant major, the Army’s highest enlisted and distinguished career in the service of his Rock University is characterized by its commit- grade. Throughout his career, he has dem- country and reflect great credit upon himself, ment to intellectual development, leadership, onstrated the highest level of professionalism, Army Contracting Command and the United and civic responsibility. initiative and selfless service in the execution States Army. We wish Command Sergeant Mr. Speaker, in light of Slippery Rock Uni- of programs supporting the total force of qual- Major Murray, Ingrid and John Jr., all the best versity’s 125th anniversary, I ask that my col- ity Soldiers and Department of the Army civil- in the years ahead. leagues join with me today in recognizing its ians. f educational leadership in Pennsylvania for A native of Mobile, Alabama, Command more than a century. TIA FRANK Sergeant Major Murray began his Army career f in 1979 as a radio operator, completing initial entry and advanced individual training at Fort HON. ED PERLMUTTER RECOGNIZING THE 2014 OAKTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE MANUFAC- Gordon, Georgia. Before joining Army Con- OF COLORADO tracting Command Headquarters at Redstone TURING EXPO AND CONGRATU- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Arsenal in December 2011, Command Ser- LATING THIS YEAR’S INDUSTRY geant Major Murray was the Command Ser- Monday, March 24, 2014 HONOREES geant Major for the Expeditionary Contracting Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise Command at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. He pre- today to recognize and applaud Tia Frank for HON. BRADLEY S. SCHNEIDER viously served as Commandant of the Regi- receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service OF ILLINOIS mental Noncommissioned Officer Academy at Ambassadors for Youth award. Tia Frank is an IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Fort Gordon, Georgia. A former drill sergeant, 11th grader at HOPE House and received this Monday, March 24, 2014 Command Sergeant Major Murray has served award because her determination and hard with distinction in a number of critical assign- work have allowed her to overcome adversi- Mr. SCHNEIDER. Mr. Speaker, I am ments while deployed to over 20 countries in- ties. pleased to rise today to honor Oakton Com- cluding Iraq, Afghanistan, Germany, Korea, The dedication demonstrated by Tia Frank munity College, in partnership with NSERVE Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. He spent more than is exemplary of the type of achievement that and with the support of the Tooling and Manu- five years in Southwest Asia in support of Op- can be attained with hard work and persever- facturing Association, the Illinois Manufactur- erations Southern Watch, Desert Storm, ance. It is essential students at all levels strive ers’ Association, North Shore Community Desert Watch, Iraqi Freedom and Enduring to make the most of their education and de- Bank and more than 50 local manufacturers, Freedom with the Joint Communication Sup- velop a work ethic which will guide them for for hosting the 2014 Manufacturing Expo in port Element MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, the rest of their lives. the suburban Chicago district I represent. the 10th Mountain Division, the 11th Signal I extend my deepest congratulations to Tia The Expo includes workshops, speakers Brigade and the 160th Signal Brigade. Frank for winning the Arvada Wheat Ridge and student tours of local manufacturers offer- While his career accomplishments are many Service Ambassadors for Youth award. I have ing young people the opportunity to learn and significant, I wish to highlight Command no doubt she will exhibit the same dedication more about American manufacturing and Sergeant Major Murray’s contributions to the and character in all of her future accomplish- available careers. Since 2008, nearly 2,000 establishment of the Army Contracting Com- ments. students have benefited from these experi- mand on March 13, 2008. He was one of sev- f ences. eral key Army leaders who worked tirelessly to The 2014 Expo is also honoring some of its create a new major subordinate command RECOGNIZING SLIPPERY ROCK most outstanding industry partners for dem- from the ground up in record time. His wis- UNIVERSITY’S 125TH ANNIVER- onstrating a true commitment to serving young dom, insight and vision were essential ele- SARY people and to ensuring our future economic ments in building the foundation of a global and manufacturing success. enterprise that awarded and managed more HON. MIKE KELLY It is my honor to congratulate Terry Iverson than 190,000 contractual actions valued at OF PENNSYLVANIA of Iverson and Company; John Winzeler of more than $60.9 billion in fiscal year 2013. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Winzeler Gear; John Rubeo of Woodward; Command Sergeant Major Murray also and Mark Glennerster and Tara Kandra of played an important role in the relocation of Monday, March 24, 2014 John Crane, this year’s award recipients. ACC Headquarters from Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I Since 2008, countless manufacturers have to Redstone Arsenal in 2011. This move fol- rise today to congratulate Slippery Rock Uni- generously opened their doors and welcomed lowed the transfer of ACC’s parent command, versity on celebrating its 125th anniversary curious students, making these education/ Army Materiel Command (AMC) Head- this year. business partnerships possible. I am grateful quarters, to Redstone Arsenal from Fort In 1887, the citizens of Slippery Rock, for their excellence and participation. I would Belvoir, as directed by the Base Realignment Pennsylvania saw the need for affordable and also like to recognize all the participating high and Closure Commission’s decision in 2005. accessible higher education in their commu- schools, with Oakton Community College, for

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:55 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K24MR8.004 E24MRPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E419 their dedication to providing the next genera- INVISIBLE FAMILY heal with time. I will promise you that it tion with the skills and knowledge necessary will get better even if it doesn’t look like it. for success in the 21st Century. Just think they want you to carry on with HON. TIM HUELSKAMP your life even if it is looking grim at the mo- The 2014 Manufacturing Expo is poised to OF KANSAS ment. It takes guts to take that chance that be the most successful to date, and I am so IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES you will never see your smiling family that proud that these partnerships are happening on the inside is torn from your choices, but in and around the Tenth District. Monday, March 24, 2014 know that they are the right ones. f Mr. HUELSKAMP. Mr. Speaker, the fol- It makes me realize that I will not have a lowing speech has been delivered to audi- perfect life and no one ever will with our WILLIAM GRASER missions, and the people that finish theirs ences at various veteran service organizations when you’re not ready to let go of the memo- and veteran events in Kansas by a brave ries that you had together. The memories HON. ED PERLMUTTER young lady named Kristin Stowers who lives in that will and have impacted your world and OF COLORADO the Big 1st District of Kansas that I represent. will leave a crater that you have to live with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES After hearing twelve year old Kristin Stowers and have to move on even if you can’t. The thoughts and the people will ever be im- Monday, March 24, 2014 deliver her remarks on her family’s experience with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, I wanted printed in our minds and will never leave be- Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to share it with my colleagues in Congress. cause the pain will always be demanding. today to recognize and applaud William People always think that war is just a thing We could all learn a tremendous amount that can be stopped on the spot, but they Graser for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge about sacrifice, commitment, and persever- don’t know the aftershock of the explosion Service Ambassadors for Youth award. Wil- ance from this young lady’s remarks. that is a death or an injury that is fatal. liam Graser is an 8th grader at Moore Middle INVISIBLE FAMILY The people that saved us from ourselves School and received this award because his (By Kristin Stowers of Hutchinson, Kansas) and different countries that are or was determination and hard work have allowed him threating us. They saved us and our nation It is hard to realize that these amazing to overcome adversities. from danger and the problems of life. Heroes people that gave up their lives to save and and Inspirations are these people that risked The dedication demonstrated by William protect our nation and its people are gone. their own life to save the people that are Graser is exemplary of the type of achieve- . . . It makes you see that life is not just a going to change a million lives or just a few. ment that can be attained with hard work and fairy tale ending that we were taught as Humans like this are my inspiration and I perseverance. It is essential students at all children, we were taught that it was going to hope to be just like them; they changed a be okay in the end. We now realize you can’t levels strive to make the most of their edu- thousand people; a thousand points of views win every battle you enter. Some don’t make cation and develop a work ethic which will on life; and a twelve year old girl that is it home to their families, but you have to guide them for the rest of their lives. striving to be an inspiration just like them say to yourself. We were put to the test to I extend my deepest congratulations to Wil- later on in life. complete life a way that we see fit and once liam Graser for winning the Arvada Wheat you have completed your mission, you wait Many young people have their favorite Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. patiently in your favorite place that you bands and/or actors as their people to look I have no doubt he will exhibit the same dedi- have always found comfortable. Where you up too, and sure I have my own but I have cation and character in all of his future accom- wait to see your family that has not yet many leaders in my life some I can’t name plishments. completed their missions. I know it is hard but they changed my life no matter what to coop with what you are going through I they did to protect me, my family, and my f had to deal with it, but in a different way. neighbors. They will be remembered as the ones that grew up as the kids that were big My mother had a brain tumor and had to CELEBRATING THE 100TH hearted and the ones that were strong and have surgery on my first day of kindergarten BIRTHDAY OF MRS. PEARL RILEY brave. The reason we are here is these people and had a stroke later on. Our house caught wanted to save us and that is what they did on fire in my fourth grade year and we had and they bought us time. HON. KEITH ELLISON to live in a hotel for three months. My father Time to spend thinking of ways to buy us OF MINNESOTA was diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and we as a family have to deal more time. These warriors spent their lives IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with the others sufferings each day. In the saving their family and friends and their Monday, March 24, 2014 last few months we have discovered many generations and so on. These are the people other things have gone wrong in our rela- that are my heroes and my saviors at the Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tionship with each other causing more pain time of need and always will be. recognize the 100th birthday of Mrs. Pearl than intended. We have not gotten the Riley and I join her family members and chance to talk to each other about our prob- f friends on April 6, 2014, in commemorating lems at home and since the VA does not im- this special centenarian birthday. plement family counseling in their facilities, STEPHANIE MCDANIEL Pearl was born on April 6, 1914, and raised but they do have spouse counseling. Having said that, I would like to say that the inju- in Alsuma, Oklahoma, a suburb of Tulsa. ries affect the whole family not just the HON. ED PERLMUTTER Pearl and her husband, the late Alonzo Riley, spouse. OF COLORADO Sr. were married for 50 years and raised eight PTSD is like a black hole, you get sucked children. She is the grandmother of twenty in without even knowing what is happening IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES two; great grandmother of thirty nine; and around you. Your hoping that tomorrow will Monday, March 24, 2014 great, great grandmother of fourteen. One of be better than today, but still hoping that Pearl’s great loves in life, in addition to her when you come from school or work that the Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise family and gardening, was the church. stress has not overcome them and they are today to recognize and applaud Stephanie Throughout her life, she was a regular teacher laying in their chair. . . . Silent. . . . Dead. McDaniel for receiving the Arvada Wheat With the help of the VA it is still pro- Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. of both children and adults in Sunday school, gressing, but still worse than before. It drama, arts and crafts, and choir. She also makes me think that he is floating away in Stephanie McDaniel is an 11th grader at served as her church’s President of the Dis- a bubble, but God will not leave him without Standley Lake High School and received this trict Missionary Society and was a member of a fight. To this day he is in a battle with award because her determination and hard the Deaconess and Mother’s Board. Outside PTSD and the prize of the battle is him and work have allowed her to overcome adversi- the church, Pearl was an active member of us. . . . His family and friends. We are hop- ties. her community working as a volunteer for ing that he wins, but you never know what The dedication demonstrated by Stephanie voter registration and serving as a community the outcome will be. That is why we are all McDaniel is exemplary of the type of achieve- here. Every person in the world with PTSD is representative. in a battle. Some lost and some still lead vic- ment that can be attained with hard work and Pearl Riley has led an outstanding life, high- torious and I trust him to be victorious. perseverance. It is essential students at all lighted by her love of family and service to her All I ever wanted is for the pain to end and levels strive to make the most of their edu- community. I wish her many more years of many of you may be thinking the same cation and develop a work ethic which will health and happiness. thing, and I know this is over used but it will guide them for the rest of their lives.

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MATT CARTWRIGHT f Education, I have long supported increased OF PENNSYLVANIA funding for medical research to combat this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING THE TECHNOLOGY AND unfortunate condition. MANUFACTURING ASSOCIATION Monday, March 24, 2014 FOR ITS COMMITMENT TO I would also like to recognize Rising Tide, Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, I rise TRAINING AND EDUCATION IN which will celebrate its first anniversary on today in honor of Dr. Edward J. Zaloga, who THE ADVANCED MANUFAC- April 1. Rising Tide embodies the spirit of Na- on March 22, 2014, retired from his position TURING INDUSTRY IN ILLINOIS’S tional Autism Awareness Month. Founded by as the 136th President of the Lackawanna TENTH DISTRICT John D’Eri and his son Thomas to create a County Medical Society. Since his graduation supportive environment for Thomas’ autistic from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic HON. BRADLEY S. SCHNEIDER brother Andrew, Rising Tide is a carwash that Medicine, Dr. Zaloga has used his training and employs forty-three men and women with au- expertise to improve the state of health care in OF ILLINOIS tism. The mission of this company is to em- Pennsylvania. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES power autistic individuals and inspire commu- Founded in 1878, the Lackawanna County Monday, March 24, 2014 nities to redefine their perception of the capa- Medical Society works to foster excellence in bilities that people with autism have. Rising Mr. SCHNEIDER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today medical care, act as an advocate for physi- Tide is the largest single store retail employer to honor the Technology and Manufacturing cians and their patients, and represent physi- of individuals with autism in the United States. Association (TMA) for its outstanding commit- cians to the entire community. Taking an ac- ment to training and education in the ad- I am proud to recognize National Autism tive role in the health of the local community, vanced manufacturing industry in the district I Awareness Month and the hard work that ad- Lackawanna County Medical Society holds an represent and across the country. vocacy groups are doing in communities annual ‘‘Health Fair in the Park’’ that offers Since 1925, the TMA Training & Education across the country to increase autism aware- health screenings and benefits to county resi- program has served as a valued source of ness in our community and make the world a dents free of charge. Physicians of Lacka- employee learning and development for mem- better place for individuals with this diversity. wanna County Medical Society joined together ber companies. TMA training has experienced to establish the Leahy Clinic for Uninsured at a significant resurgence. f the University of Scranton, which provides cru- Its Related Theory Apprentice Training pro- cial health care for local residents who cannot gram has been assisting member companies REMEMBERING ASHLEY EARL afford insurance. in training their apprentices for more than 70 Through his continued involvement with the years, and is one of the largest, most recog- Lackawanna County Medical Society, Dr. nized precision metalworking apprenticeship HON. ADAM SMITH Zaloga has demonstrated a sincere commit- programs in the United States. OF WASHINGTON ment to his community. He served as a strong advocate for patients and his fellow physicians Remarkably, enrollment in this program has IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES more than quadrupled in the last three years. as a delegate to the House of Delegates of TMA has also expanded its curriculum to in- Monday, March 24, 2014 the Pennsylvania Medical Society and as the clude the latest advancements and, for the Society’s chief spokesperson on patient rights first time since 1925, incorporates hands-on Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I and quality of care issues. Throughout his ca- training. rise with great sadness to mourn the death of reer, Dr. Zaloga pushed the medical commu- The Fred W. Buhrke Training Center in Ar- Peace Corps volunteer Ashley Earl. Ashley nity to provide quality, cost-effective health lington Heights trains in the programming, set- passed away on Saturday, March 8, in her be- care to the citizens of Lackawanna County up and operation of new, state-of-the-art com- loved host community of Oshakati, Namibia. and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. puter numerical control (CNC) machines. More As a community health volunteer, Ashley I am proud to congratulate Dr. Zaloga on his than 100 students have completed CNC train- worked tirelessly for the health and well-being many achievements during his career, and I ing with TMA and can now earn nationally-rec- of the residents of Oshakati, a community she thank him for his dedication to improving ognized, stackable credentials. was proud to be a part of. Working with health care in Lackawanna County. He has TMA continues to partner with local organi- Catholic AIDS Action, she coordinated after- done a great service for the health care pro- zations to expand training and work hand-in- school programs for youth in the local area. fessionals, the uninsured, and all those who hand to help bridge our skills gap and ensure Those who worked with her say she ‘‘cared need health care in the Lackawanna commu- our future success in advanced manufacturing. deeply for her students, and taught them to nity. I personally thank TMA for all it does to sup- show respect for others as well as respect for f port advanced manufacturing and to expand themselves.’’ SOLEDAD SIERRA economic opportunities throughout our com- Ashley’s time as a volunteer in the Peace munities and in the Tenth District. Corps was just one component of her legacy HON. ED PERLMUTTER f of service. Prior to joining, she served six OF COLORADO HONORING NATIONAL AUTISM years in the Army Reserve and worked for a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AWARENESS MONTH variety of social service organizations on be- Monday, March 24, 2014 half of women, children, and veterans. Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise HON. THEODORE E. DEUTCH At the beginning of her Peace Corps serv- today to recognize and applaud Soledad Si- ice, Ashley wrote, ‘‘I am hoping that I will be OF FLORIDA erra for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge able to instill or inspire positive change in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Service Ambassadors for Youth award. community I will be working with.’’ I can say Soledad Sierra is a 12th grader at Arvada Monday, March 24, 2014 with confidence that Ashley not only instilled High School and received this award because Mr. DEUTCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in and inspired positive change in the community her determination and hard work have allowed honor of National Autism Awareness Month, a of Oshakati, but also in those who encoun- her to overcome adversities. special opportunity to highlight the growing tered her. We all have much to learn from her The dedication demonstrated by Soledad Si- need for concern and awareness about autism heart for service and passion for life. erra is exemplary of the type of achievement and to educate the public about autism and Mr. Speaker, it is with great sadness, and that can be attained with hard work and perse- issues within the autism community. even greater admiration that we remember the verance. It is essential students at all levels Autism is a developmental disorder that by legacy of Ashley Earl. Our hearts go out to her strive to make the most of their education and some estimates affects 1 in 88 children age 8. parents, Phyliss and Lee Lundquist, and her develop a work ethic which will guide them for These rates mark dramatic increases from just sister, Stacy Earl. the rest of their lives.

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I extend my deepest congratulations to Wil- IN RECOGNITION OF THE 125TH AN- son Mantilla for winning the Arvada Wheat f NIVERSARY OF CONGREGATION Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. AHAVAS ACHIM RECOGNIZING HOWARD UNIVER- I have no doubt he will exhibit the same dedi- SITY PHARMACY ALUMNI ASSO- cation and character in all of his future accom- CIATION HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. plishments. OF NEW JERSEY f HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Monday, March 24, 2014 OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DEBT Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Monday, March 24, 2014 recognize Congregation Ahavas Achim in Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Highland Park, New Jersey as it celebrates its HON. MIKE COFFMAN ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing 125th Anniversary this year. Since its incorpo- OF COLORADO and congratulating the Howard University ration in 1889, Congregation Ahavas Achim IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Pharmacy Alumni Association on 55 years of has provided a spiritual center for prayer, edu- Monday, March 24, 2014 cation and community to Middlesex County service to the Howard University College of Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January residents. Pharmacy and to the profession of pharmacy. 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- Pharmacy education is an essential part of Upon its incorporation, Congregation fice, the national debt was the core curriculum at Howard University. Ahavas Achim began humbly, meeting in $10,626,877,048,913.08. Since its establishment, Howard University members’ homes or rented stores in New Today, it is $17,546,932,628,558.05. We’ve has consistently educated diverse, culturally Brunswick. Over the next several years, it added $6,920,055,579,644.97 to our debt in 5 competent and thoughtful pharmacists. In fact, grew, purchasing land and a building and con- years. This is over $6.9 trillion in debt our na- one of Howard University’s earliest graduates tinued to enlarge and remodel to meet the tion, our economy, and our children could earned a Bachelor of Sciences in Pharmacy, needs of a growing membership. Congrega- have avoided with a balanced budget amend- and started the legacy of service and excel- tion Ahavas Achim relocated to Highland Park ment. lence that has defined subsequent generations in 1987 and its new building was dedicated in of graduates. 1989. The synagogue expanded once again f The College of Pharmacy’s graduates work and was re-dedicated in 2010. PERSONAL EXPLANATION tirelessly to address existing and emerging Congregation Ahavas Achim is a Torah-ob- health care concerns, including health care servant congregation and member congrega- disparities along racial and economic lines. tion of the Orthodox Union. It is open to Jews HON. JOE COURTNEY However, their call to serve extends well be- of all backgrounds and strives to include all OF CONNECTICUT yond the clinical and beyond the confines of members in synagogue life. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their profession. For 55 years, the Pharmacy Over the years, Congregation Ahavas Monday, March 24, 2014 Achim has been led by Rabbi Israel Marcus, Alumni Association has served as one of the Mr. COURTNEY. Mr. Speaker, on March 13 Rabbi Samuel Baskin, Rabbi Abraham Sha- most effective advocates for the school and its and 14, 2014 I joined Admiral Mike Connor, piro and Rabbi Ronald L. Schwarzberg. After students. Through its efforts, countless stu- Commander of US Submarine Forces, on a serving as Assistant Rabbi, Interim Rabbi and dents have received scholarships and men- visit to the USS Missouri to see firsthand the Program Director, Rabbi Steven Miodownik toring that enabled and empowered them to operations of a Virginia Class Submarine and became Rabbi of the congregation in 2006 join this noble profession. missed several recorded votes. Had I been I ask the House to join me in celebrating the and continues to provide spiritual leadership present, I would have voted: Pharmacy Alumni Association’s 55th anniver- and guidance today. In addition to the Rabbi, ‘‘Yes’’ on rollcall No. 129, on the motion to sary, and I wish the Howard University Phar- the officers, staff and members of Congrega- recommit H.R. 3973 with instructions; macy Alumni Association many more years of tion Ahavas Achim endeavor to carry on its ‘‘Yes’’ on rollcall No. 130, on agreeing to the success as they continue to provide financial mission and commit to a Halakhic life. Polis of Colorado Part A Amendment No. 3 to and networking opportunities to the next gen- Mr. Speaker, once again, please join me in H.R. 3973; eration of pharmacists. celebrating Congregation Ahavas Achim as its ‘‘Yes’’ on rollcall No. 131, on the motion to f members and supporters gather to celebrate its 125th Anniversary on March 30, 2014 and recommit H.R. 3189 with instructions; ‘‘No’’ on HONORING ABDULLAHI CHARIF honor Marcia and Barry Levinson and Jennie rollcall No. 132, on passage of H.R. 3189; and Josh Fine. Congregation Ahavas Achim ‘‘No’’ on rollcall No. 133, on the motion to HON. KEITH ELLISON and the esteemed honorees and guests of table H. Res. 517; ‘‘Yes’’ on rollcall No. 134, on the motion to OF MINNESOTA honor are truly deserving of this body’s rec- recommit H.R. 4015 with instructions; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ognition. ‘‘No’’ on rollcall No. 135, on passage of H.R. Monday, March 24, 2014 f 4015. Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in WILSON MANTILLA f honor and remembrance of Abdullahi Charif, a 12-year-old boy who tragically lost his life on IN HONOR OF THE REVEREND HON. ED PERLMUTTER RANDALL TREGO March 1st, 2014, as a result of an accident OF COLORADO that occurred while swimming during a phys- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ical education class at school. HON. KEVIN BRADY Monday, March 24, 2014 Abdullahi lived a short life but he made a OF TEXAS significant impact on his family and commu- Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nity. He was a bright and promising young today to recognize and applaud Wilson Man- man who enjoyed life. We must cherish the tilla for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Monday, March 24, 2014 gifts and lessons he provided to his family and Service Ambassadors for Youth award. Wilson Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise to friends during his short time. Mantilla is a 12th grader at Jefferson High honor a man who has put God and others The tragic loss of Abdullahi should serve as School and received this award because his above himself. The Reverend Randall Trego a reminder that pool procedures in schools determination and hard work have allowed him has been a blessing to The Woodlands must be evaluated and held to the highest to overcome adversities. through his ministry. As chaplain at St. Luke’s standards of safety. We must do all we can to The dedication demonstrated by Wilson The Woodlands Hospital for the past 11 years, avoid tragedies like this from occurring again. Mantilla is exemplary of the type of achieve- Rev. Trego has helped families heal. Since

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St. Luke’s volunteer chap- Texas Tech University. During his recent ten- lains come from all faiths and are available to Mr. DEUTCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ure, Representative King worked to resume all patients, employees, doctors, nurses, and honor of Private First Class Leonard Kravitz, negotiations for the Trade and Investment visitors 24 hours a day, seven days a week. who gave his life during the Korean War in an Framework Agreement (TIFA), turning a new extraordinary act of heroism and post- In 2004, Rev. Trego, began what has be- page in trade relations between Taiwan and humously received the Medal of Honor on come known as the ‘‘feelie heart’’ ministry. In- the United States. He and his team also March 18, 2014. PFC Leonard Kravitz fought spired by another’s story, the Reverend en- worked toward passage of a bill which called valiantly to protect our country and rightfully couraged his team to make small fabric hearts for Taiwan to be granted observer status in deserves our recognition and admiration. to give to those who needed encouragement. the International Civil Aviation Organization. I am proud to represent a district that is With love, the team initially made 50 hearts to President Obama signed the bill into law in home to such a large number of veterans, and give away. To date, nearly 30,000 hearts have July 2013. I feel tremendous gratitude to the heroes of been hand made by volunteers, organizations As co-chairs of the Taiwan Caucus, we World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and to the new and even the families of prior patients. The would like to take this opportunity to com- generation of veterans from the Gulf War, hearts have become so important to patients memorate the upcoming 35th anniversary of Iraq, and Afghanistan. My father, Bernard that those having surgery have their feelie the enactment of the Taiwan Relations Act Deutch, volunteered to fight in World War II as heart pinned to the underside of their gurney (TRA). The legislation established direct rela- a teenager where he earned a Purple Heart at for reassurance. tions between Washington, DC, and Taipei. the Battle of the Bulge. It was his example of The 35th anniversary represents an important This week Rev. Trego is retiring, but not be- service to our nation that motivated me to milestone in our long-standing relationship fore performing his last Blessing of the Hands serve in Congress. with Taiwan, serving as the foundation for our ceremony on Tuesday, March 25. Annually, PFC Leonard Kravitz sacrificed himself for bilateral economic, security, and trade rela- the Reverend has offered this ceremonial his platoon when he took over a machine gun, tions. washing, drying, and anointing of hands in fired into an ambush of Communist forces, In closing, we congratulate Representative service to others. Over 2,000 individuals have and stayed behind so that his fellow soldiers King and on his successful tenure as Taiwan’s participated in these ceremonies that serve as could withdraw safely. He received the Distin- top diplomat in the United States. We look for- a reminder of God’s healing power and com- guished Service Cross for his sacrifice. PFC ward to working with him in his new capacity passion. I ask my colleagues to join me in Leonard Kravitz was also recommended for and to his enduring friendship. celebrating this special day. the Medal of Honor, but he never received it It can’t be overstated what a tremendously due to widespread prejudice in the military f important part of the fabric of St. Luke’s The against Jewish and other minority Woodlands Hospital that Rev. Trego has be- servicemembers. His childhood friend, Mitch RECOGNIZING THE NORTHWEST come. He truly embodies St. Luke’s motto of Libman, a resident of South Florida, worked IMMIGRANT RIGHTS PROJECT ‘‘Faithful, Loving Care.’’ As the St. Luke’s fam- tirelessly for decades to ensure that the coura- ily honors him this week and receive their geous sacrifice of his dear friend would not go HON. ADAM SMITH Blessings from him, they reflect on how they unnoticed. This heartfelt act of advocacy led to OF WASHINGTON have been blessed by this man’s faith, com- the National Defense Authorization Act of passion, and dedication. Bless you, Rev. 2002 and H.R. 3304, a bill that I introduced, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Trego. Your retirement is well earned. which ensures the recognition of all soldiers Monday, March 24, 2014 who never received the Medals of Honor they Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, it is deserved. f with great admiration that I rise to recognize In this era of partisan vitriol and gridlock in the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project TIMMY RITTER Washington, our leaders can always look to (NWIRP) on thirty years of fighting for the veterans as an example of how individuals rights of immigrants and refugees in my home from all walks of life can put their differences state of Washington. With four offices through- HON. ED PERLMUTTER aside in order to accomplish great things. PFC out the state, the Northwest Immigrant Rights OF COLORADO Leonard Kravitz has finally been recognized Project has protected the well-being of tens of as the hero he is, and his friend Mitch Libman IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thousands of immigrants throughout its history. reminds us of the duty we all have to ensure Monday, March 24, 2014 that no soldier becomes a forgotten hero. I The Northwest Immigrant Rights Project was founded in 1984 as a non-profit legal Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise urge every citizen of this great country to live by their examples. services organization serving Central Amer- today to recognize and applaud Timmy Ritter ican refugees. Since that time, it has ex- for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service f panded to serve individuals and families from Ambassadors for Youth award. Timmy Ritter is RECOGNIZING TAIWAN’S CHIEF more than 100 countries around the world, a 7th grader at Drake Middle School and re- DIPLOMAT TO THE UNITED and added educational and public policy work ceived this award because his determination STATES to its efforts. This level of excellence can be and hard work have allowed him to overcome seen in NWIRP’s innovative weekly legal clin- adversities. HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY ics on the Deferred Action Program, which The dedication demonstrated by Timmy Rit- have been a vital resource for immigrant youth OF VIRGINIA ter is exemplary of the type of achievement in our state. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that can be attained with hard work and perse- Our nation needs more advocates for the verance. It is essential students at all levels Monday, March 24, 2014 rights of immigrants and refugees, and I am strive to make the most of their education and Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise, along proud that an organization in Washington state develop a work ethic which will guide them for with the other co-chairs of the Congressional is setting such a fine example. I am confident the rest of their lives. Taiwan Caucus—Representative MARIO DIAZ- that the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project I extend my deepest congratulations to BALART, Representative ALBIO SIRES, and will be a strong voice on these issues for Timmy Ritter for winning the Arvada Wheat Representative JOHN CARTER—to recognize many years to come. Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. the service of Taiwan’s chief diplomat to the Mr. Speaker, I rise to commend the North- I have no doubt he will exhibit the same dedi- United States, Representative Pu-tsung King. west Immigrant Rights Project on a fantastic cation and character in all of his future accom- During his tenure in our nation’s capital, Rep- thirty years. Their work is of incredible value plishments. resentative King was an invaluable resource and I wish them well in the future.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:55 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24MR8.008 E24MRPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS March 24, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E423 TAYLOR NATION onstrated and disrupted the Committee’s hear- award winning authors, journalists, film stars, ings in City Hall. The students were fire-hosed athletes, musicians, doctors, and scientists. HON. ED PERLMUTTER down the steps and arrested. Student sit-ins at This list grows with every graduating class. OF COLORADO the Administration Building protested racial Though the school’s name, mascot, and loca- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES discrimination, the Vietnam War, and the draft, tion have all changed, San Francisco State pressing for campus reform. University remains committed to public edu- Monday, March 24, 2014 Events came to a head in 1968, with the be- cation 115 years later. Today, SF State offers Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise ginning of the longest campus strike in the na- more than 200 degrees and certificates and today to recognize and applaud Taylor Nation tion’s history. This five-month event defined serves nearly 30,000 students each year— for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service the University’s core values of equality and so- quite a different story when compared to the Ambassadors for Youth award. Taylor Nation cial justice, laying the groundwork for estab- humble beginnings of the University. is a 12th grader at Arvada West High School lishment of the only College of Ethnic Studies Mr. Speaker, I ask the House of Represent- and received this award because her deter- in the United States. atives to rise with me to commend the San mination and hard work have allowed her to In 1972, San Francisco State College briefly Francisco State University for its dedication to overcome adversities. changed its name to California State Univer- higher education. The dedication demonstrated by Taylor Na- sity, San Francisco. The name changed when tion is exemplary of the type of achievement Governor Ronald Reagan signed a measure f that can be attained with hard work and perse- officially changing the name to San Francisco verance. It is essential students at all levels State University in 1974. BREAUX BRIDGE LOSES KEY strive to make the most of their education and In the 80s, SF State became the first major LEADER JOHN ‘‘JOHNNY’’ THOM- develop a work ethic which will guide them for university to select a President of Chinese- AS RAYMOND the rest of their lives. American heritage. President Chia-Wei Woo is I extend my deepest congratulations to Tay- a symbol of SF State’s continual progressive lor Nation for winning the Arvada Wheat Ridge attitude that has represented the larger San HON. CHARLES W. BOUSTANY, JR. Service Ambassadors for Youth award. I have Francisco community. By the millennium, SF OF LOUISIANA no doubt she will exhibit the same dedication State garnered a reputation for having several IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and character in all of her future accomplish- prestigious educational programs, with some ments. of the finest trained faculty in the world. Monday, March 24, 2014 f Robert A. Corrigan served as the 12th presi- Mr. BOUSTANY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today dent of San Francisco State University from with a heavy heart to commemorate the pass- IN RECOGNITION OF THE 115TH AN- September 1988 to July 2012. President ing of a great leader in our community who NIVERSARY OF SAN FRANCISCO Corrigan became one of the longest-serving served his country as a soldier and later as a STATE UNIVERSITY university presidents in the education system civic leader while opening numerous small of the United States. Under his direction, SF businesses in South Louisiana. State developed into a respected institution HON. JACKIE SPEIER John ‘‘Johnny’’ Thomas Raymond was a with the highest ranking in the nation for the OF CALIFORNIA distinguished war veteran who served as a number of international students at a com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES platoon leader in the Korean War and later be- prehensive university. Under President Monday, March 24, 2014 came a member of the Army’s 77th Special Corrigan’s leadership, SF State increased its Forces Group. This group helped to train and Ms. SPEIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor grant funding. The campus had just $9 million reorganize the Royal Thai Army Ranger Bat- the 115th anniversary of San Francisco State in federal research grants and contracts when talion in special operations. In 2004, he was University. The San Francisco State Normal he first arrived, but by the time he left, SF recognized as the father of the Royal Thai School, a small women’s-only teaching acad- State had $53 million. SF State also expanded Army’s special forces. After serving a tour in emy, opened its doors in March 1899. With a its campus with the creation of the downtown Vietnam, Johnny retired from the Army in $10,000 stipend from the State Legislature, campus at Westfield San Francisco Centre 1968 as a lieutenant colonel. His decorated the school rented a building on Powell Street mall. I had the privilege of working with Presi- military career included receiving the Silver and offered free tuition. The first graduating dent Corrigan during my tenure in Congress Star, the Legion of Merit with oak leaf cluster, class was made up of just 36 women with the and he has left a lasting legacy. motto Experientia docet—‘‘Experience teach- Leslie E. Wong joined San Francisco State the Bronze Star, the Air Medal with oak leaf es.’’ University as its 13th president in August of cluster, the Army Commendation Medal with During the 1906 earthquake, the SF State 2012. He now oversees one of the nation’s oak leaf cluster, the Vietnamese Gallantry Normal School was destroyed. Relocating at a premier urban comprehensive universities. Cross, and the Gold Star. new site on Market Street, SF State Normal President Wong has hit the ground running Johnny was instrumental in laying the foun- School was the first public school to re-open and is frequently seen on campus cheering on dation for numerous civic activities such as the after the destruction of the earthquake. In student athletes, academic competitors and Louisiana Military Hall of Fame & Museum in 1921, SF State Normal School changed its performers. He endowed the Leslie and Phyllis Abbeville and the Breaux Bridge Downtown name to San Francisco Teachers’ College and Wong Scholarship as a cornerstone of the Merchants Association. He was also active in received authorization to grant the Bachelor of campus-wide Students First Scholarship Cam- the Atchafalaya Basin Board in addition to the Arts degree paign. Having partnered with President Wong Louisiana Boxing Commission. For many In the 1930s, the college chose the colors on numerous campus events and activities, I years, he served on the Louisiana Nursing purple and gold. With sports becoming more know President Wong will continue to lead SF Home Association Board of Directors. This popular at SF State, the student newspaper, State into a prosperous future. year, he was chosen as King Agricole II of the ‘‘Bay Leaf,’’ called for the school to adopt a Veterans make up a good portion of the stu- Krewe de St. Martin. mascot. A reader proposed the alligator be- dent population at the university. SF State has Survivors include his wife, Coatney Sibley cause ‘‘it is strong, and we hope our teams stayed true to its commitment in helping active Raymond of Breaux Bridge; his son, John R. have strength.’’ duty members and veterans of military service ‘‘Bobby’’ Raymond and his wife, DeAnna, of In 1935, SF State Teachers College attain their educational goals. On November Owasso, OK, his daughters, Renee R. changed its name to San Francisco State Col- 10, 2010, the Veterans Services Center Delahoussaye and Carol Raymond both of lege. The influx of returning WWII veterans opened its doors and has brought together a Breaux Bridge; his grandson, John C. Ray- swelled the student population from 1,117 in range of veterans’ support services under one mond and his wife, Joy, of Baton Rouge and 1945 to 4,390 in 1950. To accommodate the roof, including pre-admissions counseling, one great granddaughter, Sadie Laine Ray- growing number of students, 56 acres of land educational benefits assistance as well as a mond; his stepsons, Barrett Reid Branch and near Lake Merced was purchased to replace study area with computer workstations. I had his wife, Angel, Byron Branch and his wife, the cramped and aging campus. the distinct honor of meeting several of these Rhonda, all of Breaux Bridge, and Beau During the 60s, SF State became the center student veterans and thanking them for their Branch and his wife, Wendy, of Broussard, of student activism. When the House Un- service. and 5 step grandchildren, Sydney Branch, American Activities Committee met in San Notable alumni of San Francisco State in- Barry Branch, Deuce Hardy, Julian Branch Francisco, students from SF State dem- clude business leaders, elected officials, and Tylor Guillot.

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Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to remember and honor Kilah ceived this award because her determination Monday, March 24, 2014 and hard work have allowed her to overcome Davenport, a young girl from my district in adversities. Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I North Carolina who was taken from this world The dedication demonstrated by Sona Metz rise to congratulate the Rainier Beach High much too soon. is exemplary of the type of achievement that School (RBHS) men’s basketball team on their Kilah was a young girl full of joy, laughter can be attained with hard work and persever- invitation to the Dick’s Sporting Goods High and love. Two years ago, when Kilah was just ance. It is essential students at all levels strive School National Tournament. This prestigious three-years-old, she was a victim of felony to make the most of their education and de- invitation is yet another example of the pro- child abuse and suffered severe mental and velop a work ethic which will guide them for gram’s excellence and reminds us that Rainier physical damage. All of the doctors told Kilah’s the rest of their lives. Beach deserves a place in the upper echelon family that she would not survive, but she I extend my deepest congratulations to of high school basketball in our nation. pulled through and overcame the odds Sona Metz for winning the Arvada Wheat The Rainier Beach High School basketball stacked against her. Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. team has played with excellence all season I had the pleasure of meeting young Kilah I have no doubt she will exhibit the same dedi- long, and is incredibly deserving of this oppor- and her wonderful, loving family, and I was cation and character in all of her future ac- tunity. Going undefeated throughout their reg- moved by their incredible strength and faith. complishments. ular season has made them the top-ranked Kilah’s recovery was slow and she faced ex- f team in Washington State, and has given tensive physical therapy and rehab. When them much deserved national recognition as most people would have given up, Kilah and IN RECOGNITION OF COUNCILMAN the basketball powerhouse that they have her family endured, becoming advocates for JAMES A. WALLACE, JR. proven themselves to be. legislation to protect our children. Kilah in- Founded in 2009 to create a national cham- spired the state of North Carolina to pass leg- HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. pionship tournament for high school basket- islation that increases sentencing punishments OF NEW JERSEY ball, the Dick’s Sporting Goods tournament in- for five child abuse-related felonies. Tragically, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vites the top eight teams in the country to on March 12, just three weeks before her 5th compete. The tournament will be broadcast on birthday, Kilah Davenport passed away. Monday, March 24, 2014 national television and the final game played I am proud to be a cosponsor of the Kilah Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in New York City’s Madison Square Garden. Davenport Child Protection Act of 2013 (H.R. recognize Councilman James (Jim) A. Wal- This event is a fantastic opportunity for the 3627), which guarantees that our states can lace, Jr. for his 45 years of service to the RBHS Vikings to showcase their skills in front address the serious problem of felony child Metuchen Fire Department. Councilman Wal- of a national audience. I am pleased that the abuse and makes certain that those who lace’s outstanding contributions to his commu- incredible athletic prowess from the 9th District choose to harm a child suffer real and mean- nity are to be celebrated by the Metuchen Fire of Washington State will be recognized across ingful consequences. I am committed to en- Department at its 2014 Chief’s Dinner and In- the country. suring the safety of the most innocent in our stallation of Officers. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rec- society. I support this bill that passed the A lifelong resident of Metuchen, Councilman ognize the Rainier Beach Vikings on their suc- House, and I encourage the Senate to do the Wallace serves his community in many capac- cessful season. I wish them the best of luck same. ities. He was recently re-elected to his second as they take on the top talent our country has Mr. Speaker, I will continue to pray for term on the Metuchen Borough Council. In ad- to offer. Kilah’s family. I hope they can find the peace dition, Councilman Wallace served on the f and comfort that only comes from our loving Metuchen Police Department for 27 years, re- God as they go through this troubling time. SIERRA SANCHEZ tiring in 1992 as a sergeant. f Before joining the police force, Councilman Wallace volunteered with the Washington HON. ED PERLMUTTER RECOGNIZING THE LEADERSHIP OF DR. TERRI H. FINKEL Hose Co. for 4 years. In 1971, he rejoined the OF COLORADO Metuchen Fire Department with the Eagle IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hook and Ladder Co. and was elected Cap- Monday, March 24, 2014 HON. ALAN GRAYSON tain a year later. He also served as treasurer, OF FLORIDA Assistant Fire Chief and Chief. In 2010, the Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Washington Hose Co. and the Eagle Hook today to recognize and applaud Sierra San- and Ladder Co. merged to become the chez for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Monday, March 24, 2014 Metuchen Volunteer Fire Co. Councilman Wal- Service Ambassadors for Youth award. Sierra Mr. GRAYSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, in lace was elected treasurer of the newly Sanchez is an 8th grader at Wheat Ridge 5– honor of Women’s History Month, to recognize formed company in 2011. 8 and received this award because her deter- Terri H. Finkel, M.D., Ph.D. Dr. Finkel serves Councilman Wallace was a member of the mination and hard work have allowed her to as Chair of Pediatrics and Chief Scientific Offi- Metuchen Fireman’s Relief Association, serv- overcome adversities. cer at Nemours Children’s Hospital in Lake ing as treasurer for many years, and the Mid- The dedication demonstrated by Sierra San- Nona Medical City, Orlando, Florida, and Pro- dlesex County Fireman’s Association, where chez is exemplary of the type of achievement fessor of Pediatrics and Biomedical Sciences he served as president for several years. He that can be attained with hard work and perse- at the University of Central Florida College of was also a member of the board that created verance. It is essential students at all levels Medicine. the Middlesex County Fire Academy, which strive to make the most of their education and Dr. Finkel received both her medical degree has trained thousands of firefighters since develop a work ethic which will guide them for in 1982 and a Ph.D. in biochemistry and bio- opening in 1992. the rest of their lives. physics in 1984, from Stanford University. She Mr. Speaker, once again, please join me in I extend my deepest congratulations to Si- completed pediatric residency training at Bos- thanking Councilman Wallace for his service erra Sanchez for winning the Arvada Wheat ton Children’s Hospital and the University of to the Metuchen Fire Department and the Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. Colorado Health Sciences Center. She then greater Metuchen community. He has dutifully I have no doubt she will exhibit the same dedi- completed a fellowship in pediatric

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I offer my congratulations to White Castle In 1999, she was recruited to lead the Divi- I am happy to honor Dr. Terri Finkel, during for their years of success and their designa- sion of Pediatric Rheumatology at The Chil- Women’s History Month, for her leadership tion as having the ‘‘Most Influential Burger of dren’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and to and contributions to the medical community. All Time’’ by Time Magazine. Ohio’s 15th Dis- serve as the Joseph Lee Hollander Chair of f trict, the Buckeye State and Cravers across Pediatric Rheumatology and Associate Pro- the nation have loved the first billion sliders fessor of Pediatrics at the University of Penn- WORLD TB DAY and look forward to one billion more. sylvania School of Medicine, where she was f later promoted to Professor of Pediatrics. At HON. GENE GREEN RECOGNIZING THE ACCOMPLISH- CHOP, Dr. Finkel built the Division of OF TEXAS Rheumatology from a small group to one of MENTS OF DONNA DOWLESS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the largest and most academically productive divisions of rheumatology in the country. Her Monday, March 24, 2014 HON. ALAN GRAYSON trainees are currently on faculty at leading Mr. GENE GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, OF FLORIDA academic medical centers in the United States I rise today to recognize World TB Day and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and abroad. In 2011, she was recruited to call for a continued effort to drive down rates Monday, March 24, 2014 help lead the building of Nemours Children’s of tuberculosis (TB) across the world and ac- Mr. GRAYSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, in Hospital, which opened in October 2012. celerate progress toward ending TB as a honor of Women’s History Month, to recognize Dr. Finkel has devoted more than 20 years threat to global public health. Donna Dowless, Chairman of the XOXO to caring for children with rheumatic diseases. World TB Day is an opportunity to raise Media Group. Dowless is an instrumental and U.S. News & World Report has ranked her in awareness about TB-related problems and so- creative force in her community and in the en- the top one percent of pediatric lutions and to support TB-control efforts. While tertainment industry. She is an experienced rheumatologists in the Nation for each of the great strides have been made to control and executive and strong community leader that is past 4 years, a distinction held by only 15 phy- cure TB, much more needs to be done to goal oriented and results driven. She fosters sicians across the U.S. eliminate this disease. powerful partnerships with diverse groups to Dr. Finkel’s work has been recognized by Often believed to be a disease of the past, more than 100 publications and she has re- cultivate positive change and create economic TB is still a life-threatening problem in the ceived 140 invitations to speak nationally and impact and sustainability. United States and around the world. Anyone Prior to starting her own Orlando-based en- internationally. She has nine issued patents can contract TB, and our current efforts to find tertainment media and arts consulting com- and patents pending, and has had continuous and treat latent TB infection and TB disease pany, Ms. Dowless served as Executive Vice funding from the National Institutes of Health are not sufficient. President of Industry Relations for (NIH) since 1990, with research grants totaling We must raise awareness, enhance preven- Ticketmaster, a position she held for 18 years. more than $12 million. Among Dr. Finkel’s tion, control, and treatment efforts, and de- She has over 30 years of experience in sports many honors and awards are those from the velop new therapies to treat TB, especially for and live entertainment. She has directed and American Cancer Society, American College multi-drug resistant (MDR–TB) and exten- managed sports arenas, theaters and concert of Rheumatology, American Foundation for sively-drug resistant TB (XDR–TB). venues and worked with professional sports AIDS Research, American Medical Associa- Everyone has a role in ensuring that one leagues, prominent live event producers and tion, Children’s Miracle Network, Colorado numerous political and presidential event di- Women’s Hall of Fame, Henry Kunkel Society, day TB will be eliminated. As a co-chair of the HHMI, Lupus Foundation, Pediatric AIDS Congressional TB Elimination Caucus and rectors. Ms. Dowless was recently recognized Foundation, Philadelphia Magazine, State of longtime advocate on this issue, I look forward by Venues Today Magazine as one of the Pennsylvania, and Gates Foundation. to working with my colleagues in Congress ‘‘Top 5 Women of Influence in the Entertain- A strong advocate of evidence-based medi- and our partners to further the commitment to ment Industry.’’ In 2005, she was honored with cine, Dr. Finkel’s research has helped to un- a world free of TB. a lifetime achievement award for distinguished cover extensive genetic overlap across many f service from the International Association of Venue Managers. pediatric autoimmune diseases. Using cutting- RECOGNIZING WHITE CASTLE edge genomics, she has successfully un- As Chairman of XOXO Media group, masked dozens of novel risk factors common Dowless is dedicated to delivering results-driv- to childhood arthritis, lupus, diabetes, inflam- HON. STEVE STIVERS en programs for her arts and entertainment cli- matory bowel disease, celiac disease, im- OF OHIO ents. Her specialty services range from event munodeficiency, thyroid disease, and psori- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES development, public relations, branding, and customer relations management to strategic asis. Dr. Finkel has led studies that investigate Monday, March 24, 2014 the origins of immunodeficiency and insights for growth and sustainability. Addi- autoimmunity in individuals with HIV infection Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tional services include career and business and AIDS. Other key interests include expand- recognize White Castle, a family-owned ham- development, public speaking, mentoring and ing caregiver sharing of electronic medical burger chain based in my district, for being the motivational programming. Her clients, who in- records and exploring faster ways to deliver creators of Time Magazine’s ‘‘Most Influential clude the Ticketmaster Corporation, Atlantic new therapies to patients. Burger of All Time.’’ Hill Music, Churchill Development, Castaneda In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation selected Since White Castle opened in 1921 in Wich- Studios, Florida Artists Registry, Kosmo Cre- Dr. Finkel as one of 50 ‘‘Research Heroes’’ for ita, Kansas, White Castle has revolutionized ative Studios, and select arts and entertain- her significant contributions to the field of the fast food industry. White Castle’s signature ment venues, have achieved great success rheumatology. In 2003, the Arthritis Founda- 5-holed square patty has skyrocketed the under her direction and counsel. tion of Eastern Pennsylvania presented the Ar- company’s popularity, developed an almost- Ms. Dowless is an award-winning contem- thritis Hero Award to Dr. Finkel for her leader- cult following of self-proclaimed ‘Cravers’ and porary artist creating compositions of balance ship in the field of arthritis. In 2004, Dr. Finkel resulted in White Castle becoming the first and harmony which express affirmations from was awarded the University of Pennsylvania’s hamburger chain to sell one billion ham- the heart. Her art is featured in collections Lady Colyton Prize for Autoimmune Research, burgers. worldwide. Over the years she has encoun- based on her research on autoimmune dis- A little over a decade after its first store tered many unique individuals and enter- orders. In 2009, she was elected to the pres- opened, White Castle moved its headquarters tainers, including the Beatles, Elvis, Tina Tur- tigious Henry Kunkel Society for her contribu- to Columbus, Ohio—where it has resided for ner, Madonna, Frank Sinatra, The Rolling tions to the fields of immunology and the last 80 years. This trailblazing company Stones, Bob Dylan, and Bruce Springsteen. All rheumatology. has provided hundreds of jobs in the great of these entertainment icons left her with in- Dr. Finkel is married to pediatric neurologist state of Ohio, as well as in Ohio’s 15th Con- spiring memories that continue to stir her de- Dr. Richard Finkel. Among the Finkels’ proud- gressional District. sire and passion to create each day. An early

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:55 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24MR8.016 E24MRPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E426 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 24, 2014 1970’s encounter with Andy Warhol left her Award specifically recognizes his unwavering Stephanie left Florida ACORN in 2009 when with these defining words: ‘‘If you are in an support of our troops in the field and his com- she co-founded Organize Now! and the Flor- artist in your heart, so be it.’’ mitment to ensuring quality medical care for ida Institute for Reform and Empowerment Dowless currently serves on the Executive veterans. (FIRE). Both organizations work to address Board of the Downtown Orlando Arts District After leaving government service, Senator the needs of Florida’s low and moderate in- and CityArts Factory, the Executive Board of Dole accepted a new mission that will stand come communities. Stephanie serves as the See Art Orlando, the Orange County Public as an enduring and indeed monumental leg- Executive Director for both organizations. Art Review Board, the Executive Board of acy: the construction of the National World Throughout her career, Stephanie has After School All Stars, and Full Sail Univer- War II Memorial on our National Mall. His worked on a variety of successful campaigns sity’s Entertainment Advisory Board. She has leadership of the national campaign for the for candidates and issues, including affordable been an arts advocate and supporter, commu- memorial was instrumental in bringing this utilities, police accountability, foreclosures, en- nity leader, executive volunteer, mentor, and long-held dream to honor those who fought on vironmental justice, community safety, commu- philanthropist for over 25 years. Because of overseas battlefronts and those who contrib- nity development, health care, and public edu- her inspirational efforts to spread the meaning- uted here at home into magnificent reality. cation. ful message of love through arts and culture, At the dedication ceremony on May 29, In 2012, Stephanie led the effort to pass an Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer appointed Donna 2004, Senator Dole said, ‘‘What we dedicate ordinance to allow employees in Orange as Orlando’s official ‘‘Ambassador of Love’’ in today is not a memorial to war, rather it’s a County to earn sick time. When the effort was October, 2007. Dowless’ impact is sure to be tribute to the physical and moral courage that thwarted by the Orange County Commission seen and cherished for decades to come. makes heroes out of farm and city boys and breaking the law, the campaign called out the I am happy to honor Donna Dowless, during that inspires Americans in every generation to injustice and continued to fight for more trans- Women’s History Month, for her contributions lay down their lives for people they will never parency and accountability in Orange County to the Central Florida community. meet, for ideals that make life itself worth liv- while leading the investigation around the ing.’’ f scandal called ‘‘Textgate’’ in which the Mayor As a congressman, I have cherished the op- and Commissioners were secretly commu- SELECTION OF SENATOR ROBERT portunity to welcome and express gratitude to nicating with special interest lobbyists via text DOLE FOR THE 2014 NATIONAL veterans brought to the World War II Memorial messages to thwart the will of 50,000 voters. VETERANS AWARD by Honor Flight. Senator Dole is known for In 2013, Stephanie was recognized by the coming to the memorial to meet with Honor Orlando Sentinel as an ‘‘up and comer’’ for its HON. SPENCER BACHUS Flight groups, and I have personally witnessed ‘‘25 Most Powerful People in Central Florida’’ how proud and privileged veterans from Ala- OF ALABAMA list and was recognized as one of ‘‘12 to bama have felt to be in the presence of this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Watch’’ in Orlando Magazine’s ‘‘50 Most Pow- American hero. It is altogether appropriate that Monday, March 24, 2014 erful People in Orlando’’ list. Senator Dole has been recognized with his Stephanie was raised by Katie Porta, a sin- Mr. BACHUS. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of Na- own bronze plaque at the memorial. gle mother who spent her lifetime advocating tional Veterans Day in Birmingham, it is my Senator Dole has always been modest for the disabled and taught Stephanie from an privilege to inform this House that a distin- about the immense contributions that he has early age to treat people with dignity. Katie guished American statesman and patriot, Sen- made to the good of our nation, often mini- raised Stephanie with the belief that ‘‘people ator Robert Dole, has been selected as the re- mizing them with his quick wit and willingness don’t want to be treated down; they want to be cipient of the 2014 National Veterans Award. to share credit. But his steadfast devotion to treated up,’’ a mantra that has influenced The National Veterans Award was created the cause of freedom towers as sure and last- Stephanie’s work. Stephanie’s relentless quest in Birmingham for America’s first official Na- ing as any of the glorious monuments in our to achieve justice for those who have no voice tional Veterans Day observance November 11, nation’s capital. With the support of his lovely in our community has been a beacon of hope 1954 as authorized by Congress and tirelessly and accomplished wife Elizabeth, he continues and inspiration. advocated by Raymond Weeks. Each year, to provide wise guidance and inspiration to our I am happy to honor Stephanie Porta, dur- the award recognizes an outstanding veteran country. ing Women’s History Month, for her contribu- National Veterans Day in Birmingham takes who has made the greatest contribution to vet- tions to the Central Florida community. pride in being the home to the largest and erans and veterans organizations in America. f As one of the greatest of our ‘‘Greatest longest-running commemoration of Veterans Generation,’’ Bob Dole embodies the values Day in the U.S. The recipient of the National RECOGNIZING THE LEADERSHIP celebrated by this award and essential to the Veterans Award holds a special and esteemed OF LINDA W. CHAPIN preservation of our freedom: duty, honor, and place in this tradition. For lifelong defense of service to country. liberty and dedication to America, Senator HON. ALAN GRAYSON Robert Dole honors us by accepting the 2014 Senator Dole’s life story should inspire OF FLORIDA National Veterans Award in the name of the every American. As a young man, he left his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES home state of Kansas to answer the call of veterans across many generations who have duty during World War II. He received two sacrificed to keep us all free. Monday, March 24, 2014 Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star for his valor f Mr. GRAYSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, in in combat. As so many know, he was gravely RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBU- honor of Women’s History Month, to recognize wounded on the battlefield while leading a pla- TIONS OF STEPHANIE PORTA former Orange County Mayor Linda Chapin. A toon of the 10th Mountain Division in Italy in Florida native, Ms. Chapin holds a Bachelor’s April 1945. Degree from Michigan State University. Ms. Returning home, Bob Dole surmounted the HON. ALAN GRAYSON Chapin served as the first elected mayor of OF FLORIDA challenge of physical injury and entered into a Orange County, Florida, from 1990–1998. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES new form of service to his country: public serv- After leaving office, she joined the University ice. He was elected to this House in 1960 and Monday, March 24, 2014 of Central Florida where she founded the Met- elected in 1968 to the U.S. Senate, where dur- Mr. GRAYSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ropolitan Center for Regional Studies, which ing his 28 years of service he earned recogni- honor of Women’s History Month, to recognize focuses on issues facing the region such as tion as one of the true legislative giants in the Stephanie Porta. Born and raised in Orlando, growth, the environment, and transportation. history of the chamber. He was the Repub- Florida, Stephanie has been a leader from an Today she serves on a number of civic and lican vice-presidential candidate in 1976 and early age. While in middle school, she re- community boards, and is Chairman of the Or- the Republican presidential candidate in 1996. ceived the Girl Scout Silver Award, the highest lando Health Board of Directors. Throughout his service in elected office, award a Girl Scout Cadet can earn for her As Orange County Mayor, Ms. Chapin took Senator Dole stood as a principled voice for demonstration of successful leadership skills. a strong role in promoting business and indus- fiscal responsibility, free enterprise, a strong After graduating with honors from American try in Central Florida by developing an eco- national defense and American values. He University in Washington, DC, she worked on nomic action agenda that included annual re- was skilled in working in a bipartisan manner several campaigns until becoming Director of gional economic summits; incentives for high- on issues including hunger and the Americans Central Florida ACORN and then Florida technology companies; and trade missions to with Disabilities Act. The National Veterans ACORN. Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Under her

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SD–538 Ms. Chapin’s tenure in public office also in- grateful for her grandmother Roxy, who she never had the pleasure of meeting, because Committee on Environment and Public cluded the construction of the nation’s second- Works she lost her battle with cancer at a young age. largest convention center, a new courthouse, To hold an oversight hearing to examine the Regional History Center, fifteen new parks Roxy raised Landra’s mother Doris Wormack, the President’s proposed budget re- and recreational trails, and the purchase of who helped Landra understand that she could quest for fiscal year 2015 for the Envi- over twelve thousand acres of environmentally make a difference by participating in the polit- ronmental Protection Agency. sensitive lands. In an effort to work with citi- ical process through the simple act of voting. SD–406 zens to redevelop historically neglected neigh- Like her parents, Landra is a super voter. Committee on Homeland Security and borhoods, Ms. Chapin began the Targeted I am happy to honor Landra Robeson, dur- Governmental Affairs ing Women’s History Month, for her contribu- Community Initiative. President Clinton award- To hold hearings to examine strength- tions to the Central Florida community. ed the Initiative the 1997 Public Service Excel- ening public-private partnerships to re- lence Award for the best local government f duce cyber risks to our nation’s crit- ical infrastructure. program in the country. At the conclusion of SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS SD–342 her final term in elected office, the Orlando Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, Committee on the Judiciary Sentinel described Ms. Chapin as ‘‘a model of agreed to by the Senate of February 4, To hold hearings to examine reauthoriza- integrity and character.’’ 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- tion of, ‘‘The Satellite Television Ex- In 1999, the Kennedy School of Govern- tem for a computerized schedule of all tension and Localism Act’’. ment at Harvard University named Ms. Chapin meetings and hearings of Senate com- SD–226 Distinguished Alumni of the Year, and the Uni- mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- Committee on Veterans’ Affairs versity of Central Florida awarded her an hon- tees, and committees of conference. To hold a joint hearing with the House orary doctoral degree. She currently serves on This title requires all such committees Committee on Veterans’ Affairs to ex- the Board of Directors for the Dr. Phillips Per- to notify the Office of the Senate Daily amine the legislative presentation of forming Arts Center, the Trust for Public Digest—designated by the Rules Com- The American Legion. Lands, and myregion.org. A committed pro- SD–G50 mittee—of the time, place and purpose 2 p.m. ponent of citizen involvement and the need to of the meetings, when scheduled and Joint Economic Committee build social capital and confidence in public any cancellations or changes in the To hold hearings to examine unwinding decision-making, Ms. Chapin has published meetings as they occur. quantitative easing, focusing on how articles in the National Civic Review and other As an additional procedure along the Fed should promote stable prices, social policy journals. with the computerization of this infor- economic growth, and job creation. I am happy to honor Linda Chapin, during mation, the Office of the Senate Daily SH–216 Women’s History Month, for her leadership Digest will prepare this information for 2:15 p.m. and contributions to the Central Florida com- printing in the Extensions of Remarks Special Committee on Aging munity. section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD To hold hearings to examine preventing Medicare fraud, focusing on the best f on Monday and Wednesday of each week. way to protect seniors and taxpayers. RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBU- Meetings scheduled for Tuesday, SD–562 TIONS OF LANDRA ROBESON March 25, 2014 may be found in the 2:30 p.m. Daily Digest of today’s record. Committee on Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness and Manage- HON. ALAN GRAYSON ment Support OF FLORIDA MEETINGS SCHEDULED To hold hearings to examine the current IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MARCH 26 readiness of United States forces in re- Monday, March 24, 2014 9:15 a.m. view of the Defense Authorization Re- Committee on Appropriations quest for fiscal year 2015 and the Fu- Mr. GRAYSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, in Subcommittee on Department of the Inte- ture Years Defense Program. honor of Women’s History Month, to recognize rior, Environment, and Related Agen- SR–232A Landra Robeson. Raised by ‘‘super voters,’’ cies Committee on Armed Services Landra understood the strength of the vote at To hold hearings to examine proposed Subcommittee on Strategic Forces a very young age. She gravitated towards C- budget estimates for fiscal year 2015 for To hold hearings to examine strategic SPAN and National Public Radio when most the Department of the Interior. forces programs of the National Nu- people her age found it boring and insignifi- SD–124 clear Security Administration and the 10 a.m. Office of Environmental Management cant. Committee on Appropriations After graduating from college, Landra spent of the Department of Energy in review Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural De- of the Defense Authorization Request many years in the workforce serving in mana- velopment, Food and Drug Administra- for fiscal year 2015 and the Future gerial roles for staffing, telecommunications tion, and Related Agencies Years Defense Program. and banking companies. Even though she had To hold hearings to examine proposed SR–222 succeeded financially in these positions and budget estimates for fiscal year 2015 for Committee on Commerce, Science, and had the opportunity to mentor both men and the Department of Agriculture. Transportation SD–192 women, she felt something was lacking. To hold hearings to examine protecting Committee on Appropriations personal consumer information from Her fate changed when she was afforded Subcommittee on Department of Defense cyber attacks and data breaches. the opportunity to serve as a Legislative Aide To hold hearings to examine proposed for then State Representative, and now State budget estimates for fiscal year 2015 for SR–253 Senator, Geraldine Thompson. She came to the Department of the Navy. Committee on Foreign Relations discover that no role was more significant than SD–106 To hold hearings to examine Syria after that of a public servant. The gratification that Committee on Armed Services Geneva, focusing on the next steps for Subcommittee on Personnel United States policy. came from assisting constituents with unem- SD–419 ployment claims, child support and a myriad of To hold hearings to examine the Active, Guard, Reserve, and civilian personnel Committee on Indian Affairs other issues was incomparable to any bonus programs in review of the Defense Au- To hold an oversight hearing to examine she had ever received from her previous pro- thorization Request for fiscal year 2015 the President’s proposed budget re- fessional positions. and the Future Years Defense Pro- quest for fiscal year 2015 for Tribal Pro- Landra’s position as a Legislative Aide also gram. grams. provided the opportunity for her to work with SR–222 SD–628

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SD–562 addiction to opioids, focusing on heroin SD–226 Committee on Armed Services and prescription drug abuse. 10:30 a.m. Subcommittee on Readiness and Manage- SD–192 Committee on Foreign Relations ment Support Subcommittee on African Affairs To hold hearings to examine military MARCH 27 To hold hearings to examine powering construction, environmental, energy, 9:30 a.m. Africa’s future, focusing on the Power and base closure programs in review of Committee on Armed Services Africa Initiative. the Defense Authorization Request for To hold hearings to examine the posture SD–419 fiscal year 2015 and the Future Years of the Department of the Navy in re- 1 p.m. Defense Program. view of the Defense Authorization Re- Commission on Security and Cooperation SR–232A quest for fiscal year 2015 and the Fu- in Europe 10 a.m. ture Years Defense Program. To receive a briefing on the highs and Committee on the Judiciary SD–G50 lows in United States-Russia relations. To hold hearings to examine the 9:45 a.m. RHOB–2103 Comcast-Time Warner Cable merger Committee on Energy and Natural Re- 2:30 p.m. and the impact on consumers. sources Committee on Homeland Security and SD–226 Business meeting to consider the nomi- Governmental Affairs 2:30 p.m. nations of Rhea Sun Suh, of Colorado, To hold hearings to examine the nomina- Committee on Indian Affairs to be Assistant Secretary for Fish and tions of Sherry Moore Trafford, and To hold hearings to examine S. 1474, to Wildlife, Janice Marion Schneider, of Steven M. Wellner, both to be an Asso- encourage the State of Alaska to enter New York, to be Assistant Secretary ciate Judge of the Superior Court of into intergovernmental agreements for Land and Minerals Management, the District of Columbia. with Indian tribes in the State relating both of the Department of the Interior, SD–342 to the enforcement of certain State and subcommittee assignments. Select Committee on Intelligence laws by Indian tribes, to improve the SD–366 To hold closed hearings to examine cer- quality of life in rural Alaska, to re- Committee on Environment and Public tain intelligence matters. duce alcohol and drug abuse, S. 1570, to Works SH–219 amend the Indian Health Care Improve- To hold hearings to examine MAP–21 re- 3 p.m. ment Act to authorize advance appro- authorization, focusing on state and Committee on the Judiciary priations for the Indian Health Service local perspectives on transportation Subcommittee on Oversight, Federal by providing 2-fiscal-year budget au- priorities and funding. Rights and Agency Action thority, S. 1574, to amend the Indian SD–406 To hold hearings to examine access to Employment, Training and Related 10 a.m. justice for those who serve. Services Demonstration Act of 1992 to Committee on Appropriations SD–226 facilitate the ability of Indian tribes to Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, integrate the employment, training, Science, and Related Agencies MARCH 31 and related services from diverse Fed- To hold hearings to examine proposed 3 p.m. eral sources, S. 1622, to establish the budget estimates for fiscal year 2015 for Committee on Homeland Security and Alyce Spotted Bear and Walter the Federal Bureau of Investigation; to Governmental Affairs Soboleff Commission on Native Chil- be followed by a closed session in SVC– To hold hearings to examine creating a dren, and an original bill entitled, 217 at approximately 11:15 a.m. 21st century government part II, focus- ‘‘The Native American Children’s Safe- SD–192 ing on outside views. ty Act’’. Committee on Appropriations SD–342 SD–628 Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government APRIL 1 APRIL 3 To hold hearings to examine proposed 9:30 a.m. budget estimates and justification for 9:30 a.m. Committee on Armed Services fiscal year 2015 for the Federal Commu- Committee on Armed Services To hold hearings to examine the posture nications Commission. To hold hearings to examine U.S. Euro- of the Department of the Army in re- SD–138 pean Command and U.S. Transpor- view of the Defense Authorization Re- Committee on Health, Education, Labor, tation Command in review of the De- quest for fiscal year 2015 and the Fu- and Pensions fense Authorization Request for fiscal ture Years Defense Program. To hold hearings to examine strength- year 2015 and the Future Years Defense SD–G50 ening the Federal Student Loan Pro- Program. gram for borrowers. SD–G50 APRIL 10 SD–430 Committee on Homeland Security and Committee on the Judiciary Governmental Affairs 9:30 a.m. Business meeting to consider S. 1720, to Permanent Subcommittee on Investiga- Committee on Armed Services promote transparency in patent owner- tions To hold hearings to examine the posture ship and make other improvements to To hold hearings to examine Caterpil- of the Department of the Air Force in the patent system, and the nomina- lar’s offshore tax strategy. review of the Defense Authorization tions of Gregg Jeffrey Costa, of Texas, SD–106 Request for fiscal year 2015 and the Fu- to be United States Circuit Judge for 2:15 p.m. ture Years Defense Program. the Fifth Circuit, Cheryl Ann Krause, Committee on Armed Services SD–106 of New Jersey, to be United States Cir- Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and 2:30 p.m. cuit Judge for the Third Circuit, Tanya Capabilities Committee on Armed Services S. Chutkan, to be United States Dis- To hold hearings to examine prolifera- Subcommittee on SeaPower trict Judge for the District of Colum- tion prevention programs at the De- To hold hearings to examine Navy ship- bia, M. Hannah Lauck, to be United partment of Energy and at the Depart- building programs in review of the De- States District Judge for the Eastern ment of Defense in review of the De- fense Authorization Request for fiscal District of Virginia, Leo T. Sorokin, to fense Authorization Request for fiscal year 2015 and the Future Years Defense be United States District Judge for the year 2015 and the Future Years Defense Program. District of Massachusetts, Richard Program; with the possibility of a SR–222 Franklin Boulware II, to be United closed session in SVC–217 following the States District Judge for the District open session. MAY 20 of Nevada, Salvador Mendoza, Jr., to be SR–222 9:30 a.m. United States District Judge for the Committee on Armed Services Eastern District of Washington, Staci APRIL 2 Subcommittee on Airland Michelle Yandle, to be United States 9:30 a.m. Business meeting to mark up those pro- District Judge for the Southern Dis- Committee on Armed Services visions which fall under the sub- trict of Illinois, John Charles Cruden, Subcommittee on Airland committee’s jurisdiction of the pro- of Virginia, to be an Assistant Attor- To hold hearings to examine tactical air- posed National Defense Authorization ney General, Department of Justice, craft programs in review of the Defense Act for fiscal year 2015. and Leon Rodriguez, of Maryland, to be Authorization Request for fiscal year SD–G50

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VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:55 Mar 25, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\M24MR8.000 E24MRPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS Monday, March 24, 2014 Daily Digest Senate 13660 with respect to Ukraine, received during ad- Chamber Action journment of the Senate on March 17, 2014; which Routine Proceedings, pages S1677–S1696 was referred to the Committee on Banking, Hous- Measures Introduced: Two bills and two resolu- ing, and Urban Affairs. (PM–36) Pages S1690–91 tions were introduced, as follows: S. 2149–2150, and Messages from the House: Page S1691 S. Res. 393–394. Pages S1691–92 Measures Referred: Page S1691 Measures Considered: Measures Placed on the Calendar: Support for the Sovereignty, Integrity, Democ- racy, and Economic Stability of Ukraine Act— Pages S1679, S1691 Agreement: Senate resumed consideration of the Measures Read the First Time: Pages S1691, S1696 motion to proceed to consideration of S. 2124, to Enrolled Bills Presented: Page S1691 support sovereignty and democracy in Ukraine. Additional Cosponsors: Pages S1692–94 Pages S1679–89 During consideration of this measure today, Senate Statements on Introduced Bills/Resolutions: also took the following action: Pages S1694–95 By 78 yeas to 17 nays (Vote No. 79), three-fifths Additional Statements: Pages S1689–90 of those Senators duly chosen and sworn, having voted in the affirmative, Senate agreed to the motion Amendments Submitted: Page S1695 to close further debate on the motion to proceed to Notices of Hearings/Meetings: Pages S1695–96 consideration of the bill. Page S1686 Privileges of the Floor: Page S1696 A unanimous-consent agreement was reached pro- viding for further consideration of the motion to Record Votes: One record vote was taken today. proceed to consideration of the bill, post-cloture, at (Total—79) Page S1686 approximately 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 25, 2014; Adjournment: Senate convened at 2 p.m. and ad- and, that all time during adjournment and morning journed at 7:09 p.m., until 10 a.m. on Tuesday, business count post-cloture on the motion to proceed March 25, 2014. (For Senate’s program, see the re- to consideration of the bill. Page S1696 marks of the Majority Leader in today’s Record on Message from the President: Senate received the page S1696.) following message from the President of the United States: Transmitting, pursuant to law a report relative to Committee Meetings the issuance of an Executive Order to take additional (Committees not listed did not meet) steps with respect to the national emergency origi- nally declared on March 6, 2014 in Executive Order No committee meetings were held. h House of Representatives Chamber Action Additional Cosponsors: Pages H2610–11 Reports Filed: There were no reports filed today. Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 6 public bills, H.R. 4284–4289 were introduced. Page H2610

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Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he lief of victims of the Typhoon Haiyan in the Phil- appointed Representative Upton to act as Speaker ippines; Pages H2575–77 pro tempore for today. Page H2567 Cooperative and Small Employer Charity Pen- Recess: The House recessed at 12:06 p.m. and re- sion Flexibility Act: H.R. 4275, to amend the Em- convened at 2 p.m. Page H2568 ployee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 and Recess: The House recessed at 2:07 p.m. and recon- the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for cooperative and small employer charity pension vened at 4 p.m. Page H2569 plans; and Pages H2577–89 Suspensions: The House agreed to suspend the rules and pass the following measures: Lance Corporal Phillip Vinnedge Post Office Designation Act: H.R. 2391, to designate the facil- Sergeant William Moody Post Office Building ity of the United States Postal Service located at Designation Act: H.R. 3060, to designate the facil- 5323 Highway N in Cottleville, Missouri as the ity of the United States Postal Service located at 232 ‘‘Lance Corporal Phillip Vinnedge Post Office’’. Southwest Johnson Avenue in Burleson, Texas, as Pages H2591–92 the ‘‘Sergeant William Moody Post Office Build- Recess: The House recessed at 5:25 p.m. and recon- ing’’, by a 2⁄3 yea-and-nay vote of 398 yeas with none voting ‘‘nay’’, Roll No. 136; vened at 6:30 p.m. Page H2589 Pages H2570–71, H2589–90 Moment of Silence: The House observed a moment Staff Sergeant Nicholas J. Reid Post Office of silence in honor of the victims of the landslide in Building Designation Act: H.R. 1451, to designate Washington State on March 22, 2014. Page H2590 the facility of the United States Postal Service lo- Suspension—Proceedings Postponed: The House cated at 14 Main Street in Brockport, New York, as debated the following measure under suspension of the ‘‘Staff Sergeant Nicholas J. Reid Post Office the rules. Further proceedings were postponed: Building’’; Pages H2571–72 Corporal Justin D. Ross Post Office Building Judge Shirley A. Tolentino Post Office Building Designation Act: H.R. 1228, amended, to designate Designation Act: H.R. 1376, to designate the facil- the facility of the United States Postal Service lo- ity of the United States Postal Service located at 369 cated at 300 Packerland Drive in Green Bay, Wis- Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Jersey City, New consin, as the ‘‘Corporal Justin D. Ross Post Office Jersey, as the ‘‘Judge Shirley A. Tolentino Post Of- Building’’. Pages H2569–70 fice Building’’; Pages H2572–73 Quorum Calls—Votes: Two yea-and-nay votes de- Lance Corporal Daniel Nathan Deyarmin Post veloped during the proceedings of today and appear Office Building Designation Act: H.R. 1813, on pages H2589–90, H2590–91. There were no amended, to redesignate the facility of the United quorum calls. States Postal Service located at 162 Northeast Ave- Adjournment: The House met at 12 noon and ad- nue in Tallmadge, Ohio, as the ‘Lance Corporal Dan- journed at 10 p.m. iel Nathan Deyarmin Post Office Building’’, by a 2⁄3 yea-and-nay vote of 393 yeas with none voting ‘‘nay’’, Roll No. 137; Pages H2573–74, H2590–91 Committee Meetings Agreed to amend the title so as to read: ‘‘To re- designate the facility of the United States Postal APPROPRIATIONS—OFFICE OF NATIONAL Service located at 162 Northeast Avenue in DRUG CONTROL POLICY Tallmadge, Ohio, as the ‘Lance Corporal Daniel Na- Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Finan- than Deyarmin, Jr., Post Office Building’ ’’. cial Services and General Government held a hearing Page H2591 on the Office of National Drug Control Policy FY National Park Ranger Margaret Anderson Post 2015 Budget. Testimony was heard from Michael Office Designation Act: H.R. 1036, to designate Botticelli, Deputy Director, Office of National Drug the facility of the United States Postal Service lo- Control Policy. cated at 103 Center Street West in Eatonville, Washington, as the ‘‘National Park Ranger Margaret APPROPRIATIONS—CAPITOL POLICE Anderson Post Office’’; Pages H2574–75 Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Legisla- Philippines Charitable Giving Assistance Act: tive Branch held a hearing on the United States H.R. 3771, amended, to accelerate the income tax Capitol Police Budget. Testimony was heard from benefits for charitable cash contributions for the re- Chief Kim Dine, United States Capitol Police.

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House ONGOING INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, hearing on the Budget for De- House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence: Full partment of Energy, Applied Energy Funding, 9:30 a.m., Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘Ongoing Intel- 2362–B Rayburn. ligence Activities’’. This was a closed hearing. Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA, and Related Agencies, hearing on USDA Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services FY 2015 Budget, 10 Joint Meetings a.m., 2362–A Rayburn. No joint committee meetings were held. Subcommittee on Defense, hearing for Navy and Ma- f rine Corps FY 2015 Budget, 10 a.m., H–140 Capitol. Subcommittee on Homeland Security, hearing on NEW PUBLIC LAWS Transportation Security Administration FY 2015 Budget, (For last listing of Public Laws, see DAILY DIGEST, p. D246) 10 a.m., 2359 Rayburn. S. 23, to designate as wilderness certain land and Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, inland water within the Sleeping Bear Dunes Na- and Education, hearing for public and outside witnesses, tional Lakeshore in the State of Michigan. Signed on 10 a.m., 2358–C Rayburn. Subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related March 13, 2014. (Public Law 113–87) Agencies, hearing on Department of Interior FY 2015 f Budget, 1:30 p.m., 2359 Rayburn. Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR TUESDAY, hearing on Department of Energy Budget, 2 p.m., MARCH 25, 2014 2362–B Rayburn. (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Gov- ernment, hearing on Federal Communications Commis- Senate sion FY 2015 Budget, 2 p.m., B–308 Rayburn. Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Military Committee on Armed Services, Full Committee, hearing on Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies, Fiscal Year 2015 National Defense Authorization Budget to hold hearings to examine proposed budget estimates Request from the Department of the Army, 10 a.m., for fiscal year 2015 for the Department of Veterans Af- 2118 Rayburn. fairs’, 10 a.m., SD–124. Subcommittee on Military Personnel, hearing on Mili- Subcommittee on Legislative Branch, to hold hearings tary Personnel Overview, 2 p.m., 2212 Rayburn. to examine proposed budget estimates for fiscal year 2015 Subcommittee on Strategic Forces, hearing on Fiscal for the United States Capitol Police, the Senate Sergeant Year 2015 Missile Defense, 3:30 p.m., 2118 Rayburn. at Arms, and the Secretary of the Senate, 3:30 p.m., Committee on the Budget, Full Committee, hearing enti- SD–192. tled ‘‘Members’ Day’’, 10 a.m., 210 Cannon. Committee on Armed Services: to hold hearings to examine Committee on Education and the Workforce, Subcommittee U.S. Pacific Command and U.S. Forces Korea in review on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Edu- of the Defense Authorization Request for fiscal year 2015 cation, hearing entitled ‘‘The Foundation for Success: and the Future Years Defense Program, 9:30 a.m., Strengthening the Child Care and Development Block SD–G50. Grant Program’’, 10 a.m., 2175 Rayburn. Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities, Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on to receive a closed briefing on challenges to maintaining Communications and Technology, continued markup on United States military technology superiority, 2:15 p.m., a bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to ex- SVC–217. tend expiring provisions relating to the retransmission of Committee on Energy and Natural Resources: to hold an signals of television broadcast stations, and for other pur- oversight hearing to examine importing energy and ex- poses, 10:30 a.m., 2123 Rayburn. porting jobs, 10 a.m., SD–366. Subcommittee on Energy and Power, hearing on H.R. Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: to 6, the ‘‘Domestic Prosperity and Global Freedom Act’’, hold hearings to examine teacher preparation, focusing on 1:30 p.m., 2123 Rayburn. ensuring a quality teacher in every classroom, 2:30 p.m., Committee on Financial Services, Full Committee, hearing SD–430. entitled ‘‘Why Debt Matters’’, 10 a.m., 2128 Rayburn. Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs: Committee on Foreign Affairs, Full Committee, markup Subcommittee on Emergency Management, Intergovern- on H.R. 4278, the ‘‘Ukraine Support Act’’; H. Res. 494,

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affirming the importance of the Taiwan Relations Act; H.R. 4281, the ‘‘Protecting Business Opportunities for and H. Res. 418, urging the Government of Burma to Veterans Act of 2014’’, 10 a.m., 334 Cannon. end the persecution of the Rohingya people and respect Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity, hearing on internationally recognized human rights for all ethnic and the following legislation: H.R. 2942, to amend title 38, religious minority groups within Burma, 10 a.m., 2172 United States Code, to reestablish the Professional Certifi- Rayburn. cation and Licensure Advisory Committee of the Depart- Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global ment of Veterans Affairs; H.R. 3056, the ‘‘Warriors’ Human Rights, and International Organizations, hearing Peer-Outreach Pilot Program Act’’; H.R. 3614, the entitled ‘‘The First One Thousand Days: Development ‘‘Military Skills to Careers Act’’; H.R. 4031, to amend Aid Programs to Bolster Health and Nutrition’’, 1:30 title 38, United States Code, to provide for the removal p.m. 2172 Rayburn. of Senior Executive Service employees of the Department Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, hearing enti- of Veterans Affairs for performance, and for other pur- tled ‘‘U.S. Disengagement from Latin America: Com- poses; H.R. 4037, the ‘‘Improving Veterans’ Access to promised Security and Economic Interests’’, 2 p.m., 2255 Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Act of 2014’’; Rayburn. H.R. 4038, the ‘‘Veterans Benefits Administration Infor- Committee on Homeland Security, Subcommittee on Emer- mation Technology Improvement Act of 2014’’; H.R. gency Preparedness, Response, and Communications, 4147, the ‘‘Student Veterans IT Upgrade Act’’; H.R. hearing entitled ‘‘The Federal Emergency Management 4150, the ‘‘Veterans Employment and Training Service Agency’s FY 2015 Budget Request: Ensuring Effective Longitudinal Study Act of 2014’’; and H.R. 4151, the Preparedness, Response, and Communications’’, 10 a.m., ‘‘Veterans Education Survey Act of 2014’’, 2 p.m., 334 311 Cannon. Cannon. Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Public f Lands and Environmental Regulation, hearing on the fol- lowing legislation: H.R. 863, the ‘‘Commission to Study CONGRESSIONAL PROGRAM AHEAD the Potential Creation of a National Women’s History Week of March 25 through March 28, 2014 Museum Act of 2013’’; H.R. 3006, to authorize a land exchange involving the acquisition of private land adja- Senate Chamber cent to the Cibola National Wildlife Refuge in Arizona for inclusion in the refuge in exchange for certain Bureau On Tuesday, at approximately 11 a.m., Senate will of Land Management lands in Riverside County, Cali- continue consideration of the motion to proceed to fornia, and for other purposes; H.R. 4017, to designate consideration of S. 2124, Support for the Sov- a peak located in Nevada as ‘‘Mount Reagan’’; H.R. ereignty, Integrity, Democracy, and Economic Sta- 4120, to amend the National Law Enforcement Museum bility of Ukraine Act, post-cloture. Act to extend the termination date; and H.R. 4253, to During the balance of the week, Senate may con- permanently withdraw, reserve, and transfer Bureau of sider any cleared legislative and executive business. Land Management lands used for military purposes in Alaska, Nevada, and New Mexico to the appropriate Sec- Senate Committees retary of the military department concerned, 2 p.m., (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) 1334 Longworth. Committee on Appropriations: March 25, Subcommittee Subcommittee on Water and Power, hearing entitled on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Re- ‘‘Examining the Proposed Fiscal Year 2015 Spending, lated Agencies, to hold hearings to examine proposed Priorities and the Missions of the Bureau of Reclamation, budget estimates for fiscal year 2015 for the Department the Four Power Marketing Administrations and the U.S. of Veterans Affairs’, 10 a.m., SD–124. Geological Survey’s Water Program’’, 2 p.m., 1324 Long- March 25, Subcommittee on Legislative Branch, to worth. hold hearings to examine proposed budget estimates for Committee on Rules, Full Committee, hearing on H.R. fiscal year 2015 for the United States Capitol Police, the 1459, the ‘‘Ensuring Public Involvement in the Creation Senate Sergeant at Arms, and the Secretary of the Senate, of National Monuments Act’’, 3 p.m., H–313 Capitol. 3:30 p.m., SD–192. Committee on Small Business, Full Committee, meeting to March 26, Subcommittee on Department of the Inte- consider the views and estimates on the Small Business rior, Environment, and Related Agencies, to hold hear- Administration’s FY 2015 budget request, 1 p.m., 2360 ings to examine proposed budget estimates for fiscal year Rayburn. 2015 for the Department of the Interior, 9:15 a.m., Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Sub- SD–124. committee on Water Resources and Environment, hearing March 26, Subcommittee on Department of Defense, to entitled ‘‘The Role of Trading in Achieving Clean Water hold hearings to examine proposed budget estimates for Objectives’’, 2 p.m., 2167 Rayburn. fiscal year 2015 for the Department of the Navy, 10 a.m., Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, Subcommittee on Over- SD–106. sight and Investigations, hearing on H.R. 3593, the ‘‘VA March 26, Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Devel- Construction Assistance Act of 2013’’; H.R. 4261, the opment, Food and Drug Administration, and Related ‘‘Gulf War Health Research Reform Act of 2014’’; and Agencies, to hold hearings to examine proposed budget

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estimates for fiscal year 2015 for the Department of Agri- of the Interior, and subcommittee assignments, 9:45 a.m., culture, 10 a.m., SD–192. SD–366. March 27, Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Committee on Environment and Public Works: March 26, Science, and Related Agencies, to hold hearings to exam- to hold an oversight hearing to examine the President’s ine proposed budget estimates for fiscal year 2015 for the proposed budget request for fiscal year 2015 for the Envi- Federal Bureau of Investigation; to be followed by a ronmental Protection Agency, 10 a.m., SD–406. closed session in SVC–217 at approximately 11:15 a.m, March 27, Full Committee, to hold hearings to exam- 10 a.m., SD–192. ine MAP–21 reauthorization, focusing on state and local March 27, Subcommittee on Financial Services and perspectives on transportation priorities and funding, 9:45 General Government, to hold hearings to examine pro- a.m., SD–406. posed budget estimates and justification for fiscal year Committee on Foreign Relations: March 26, to hold hear- 2015 for the Federal Communications Commission, 10 ings to examine Syria after Geneva, focusing on the next a.m., SD–138. steps for United States policy, 2:30 p.m., SD–419. Committee on Armed Services: March 25, to hold hearings March 27, Subcommittee on African Affairs, to hold to examine U.S. Pacific Command and U.S. Forces Korea hearings to examine powering Africa’s future, focusing on in review of the Defense Authorization Request for fiscal the Power Africa Initiative, 10:30 a.m., SD–419. year 2015 and the Future Years Defense Program, 9:30 Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: a.m., SD–G50. March 25, to hold hearings to examine teacher prepara- March 25, Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and tion, focusing on ensuring a quality teacher in every Capabilities, to receive a closed briefing on challenges to classroom, 2:30 p.m., SD–430. maintaining United States military technology superi- March 27, Full Committee, to hold hearings to exam- ority, 2:15 p.m., SVC–217. ine strengthening the Federal Student Loan Program for March 26, Subcommittee on Personnel, to hold hear- borrowers, 10 a.m., SD–430. ings to examine the Active, Guard, Reserve, and civilian Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs: personnel programs in review of the Defense Authoriza- March 25, Subcommittee on Emergency Management, tion Request for fiscal year 2015 and the Future Years Intergovernmental Relations, and the District of Colum- Defense Program, 10 a.m., SR–222. bia, to hold hearings to examine transparency and train- March 26, Subcommittee on Strategic Forces, to hold ing, focusing on preparing our first responders for emerg- hearings to examine strategic forces programs of the Na- ing threats and hazards, 2:30 p.m., SD–342. tional Nuclear Security Administration and the Office of March 26, Full Committee, to hold hearings to exam- Environmental Management of the Department of Energy ine strengthening public-private partnerships to reduce in review of the Defense Authorization Request for fiscal cyber risks to our nation’s critical infrastructure, 10 a.m., year 2015 and the Future Years Defense Program, 2:30 SD–342. p.m., SR–222. March 27, Full Committee, to hold hearings to exam- March 26, Subcommittee on Readiness and Manage- ine the nominations of Sherry Moore Trafford, and Steven ment Support, to hold hearings to examine the the cur- M. Wellner, both to be an Associate Judge of the Supe- rent readiness of United States forces in review of the De- rior Court of the District of Columbia, 2:30 p.m., fense Authorization Request for fiscal year 2015 and the SD–342. Future Years Defense Program, 2:30 p.m., SR–232A. Committee on Indian Affairs: March 26, to hold an over- March 27, Full Committee, to hold hearings to exam- sight hearing to examine the President’s proposed budget ine the posture of the Department of the Navy in review request for fiscal year 2015 for Tribal Programs, 2:30 of the Defense Authorization Request for fiscal year 2015 p.m., SD–628. and the Future Years Defense Program, 9:30 a.m., Committee on the Judiciary: March 26, to hold hearings SD–G50. to examine reauthorization of, ‘‘The Satellite Television Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: Extension and Localism Act’’, 10 a.m., SD–226. March 26, Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and March 27, Full Committee, business meeting to con- Consumer Protection, to hold hearings to examine if al- sider S. 1720, to promote transparency in patent owner- ternative financial products are serving consumers, 10 ship and make other improvements to the patent system, a.m., SD–538. and the nominations of Gregg Jeffrey Costa, of Texas, to Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: March be United States Circuit Judge for the Fifth Circuit, 26, to hold hearings to examine protecting personal con- Cheryl Ann Krause, of New Jersey, to be United States sumer information from cyber attacks and data breaches, Circuit Judge for the Third Circuit, Tanya S. Chutkan, 2:30 p.m., SR–253. to be United States District Judge for the District of Co- Committee on Energy and Natural Resources: March 25, to lumbia, M. Hannah Lauck, to be United States District hold an oversight hearing to examine importing energy Judge for the Eastern District of Virginia, Leo T. and exporting jobs, 10 a.m., SD–366. Sorokin, to be United States District Judge for the Dis- March 27, Full Committee, business meeting to con- trict of Massachusetts, Richard Franklin Boulware II, to sider the nominations of Rhea Sun Suh, of Colorado, to be United States District Judge for the District of Ne- be Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife, Janice Mar- vada, Salvador Mendoza, Jr., to be United States District ion Schneider, of New York, to be Assistant Secretary for Judge for the Eastern District of Washington, Staci Land and Minerals Management, both of the Department Michelle Yandle, to be United States District Judge for

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the Southern District of Illinois, John Charles Cruden, of March 27, Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Virginia, to be an Assistant Attorney General, Depart- Science and Related Agencies, hearing on the National ment of Justice, and Leon Rodriguez, of Maryland, to be Science Foundation FY 2015 Budget, 10 a.m., H–309 Director of the United States Citizenship and Immigra- Capitol. tion Services, Department of Homeland Security, 10 a.m., March 27, Subcommittee on Defense, hearing on SD–226. United States Army FY 2015 Budget, 10 a.m., H–140 March 27, Subcommittee on Oversight, Federal Rights Capitol. and Agency Action, to hold hearings to examine access March 27, Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, to justice for those who serve, 3 p.m., SD–226. and Related Agencies, hearing on Environmental Protec- Select Committee on Intelligence: March 25, to hold closed tion Agency, 10 a.m., 2359 Rayburn. hearings to examine certain intelligence matters, 2:30 March 27, Subcommittee on Military Construction, p.m., SH–219. Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies, hearing on Vet- March 27, Full Committee, to hold closed hearings to erans Affairs FY 2015 Budget, 1:30 p.m., 2359 Rayburn. examine certain intelligence matters, 2:30 p.m., SH–219. Committee on Armed Services March 26, Subcommittee on Special Committee on Aging: March 26, to hold hearings Strategic Forces, hearing on Interim Report of the Advi- to examine preventing Medicare fraud, focusing on the sory Panel on the Governance of the Nuclear Security En- best way to protect seniors and taxpayers, 2:15 p.m., terprise, 10 a.m., 2118 Rayburn. SD–562. March 26, Subcommittee on Tactical Air and Land United States Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Con- Forces, hearing on Fiscal Year 2015 Navy, Marine Corps trol: March 26, to hold hearings to examine America’s ad- and Air Force Combat Aviation Programs, 12:30 p.m., diction to opioids, focusing on heroin and prescription 2118 Rayburn. drug abuse, 2:30 p.m., SD–192. March 26, Subcommittee on Intelligence, Emerging House Committees Threats and Capabilities, hearing on Department of De- fense Fiscal Year 2015 Science and Technology Programs: Committee on Agriculture, March 26, Subcommittee on Pursuing Technology Superiority in a Changing Security Conservation, Energy, and Forestry, hearing to Review Environment, 2 p.m., 2212 Rayburn. the impacts of Endangered Species Act and related litiga- March 26, Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection tion on National Forest System management, 10 a.m., Forces, hearing on Department of the Navy Fiscal Year 1300 Longworth. 2015 Budget Request for Seapower and Projection Forces, Committee on Appropriations, March 26, Subcommittee 3:30 p.m., 2118 Rayburn. on Commerce, Justice, and Science, hearing on Federal March 27, Subcommittee on Readiness, hearing on Op- Bureau of Investigation’s Post 9/11 Reform Efforts FY eration and Maintenance without OCO Funds: What 2015 Budget and Oversight, 9 a.m., H–309 Capitol. March 26, Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Devel- Now?, 9 a.m., 2212 Rayburn. opment, FDA, and Related Agencies, hearing on USDA Committee on Education and the Workforce, March 26, Full Research, Education and Economic FY 2015 Budget, 10 Committee, hearing entitled ‘‘Reviewing the President’s a.m., 2362–A Rayburn. Fiscal Year 2015 Budget Proposal for the Department of March 26, Subcommittee on Defense, hearing on Air Labor’’, 10 a.m., 2175 Rayburn. Force Budget FY 2015, 10 a.m., H–140 Capitol. Committee on Energy and Commerce, March 26, Sub- March 26, Subcommittee on Energy and Water Devel- committee on Oversight and Investigations, hearing enti- opment, hearing on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers FY tled ‘‘Where Have All the Patients Gone? Examining the 2015 Budget, 10 a.m., 2362–B Rayburn. Psychiatric Bed Shortage’’, 10 a.m., 2123 Rayburn. March 26, Subcommittee on Homeland Security, hear- Committee on Foreign Affairs, March 26, Full Committee, ing on Federal Emergency Management Agency, FY 2015 hearing entitled ‘‘The Geopolitical Potential of the U.S. Budget, 10 a.m., 2359 Rayburn. Energy Boom’’, 10 a.m., 2172 Rayburn. March 26, Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human March 26, Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific, hear- Services, and Education oversight hearing entitled ‘‘Fu- ing entitled ‘‘The Shocking Truth about North Korean ture of Biomedical Research’’, 10 a.m., 2358–C Rayburn. Tyranny’’, 2 p.m., 2172 Rayburn. March 26, Subcommittee on Defense, hearing on U.S. Committee on Homeland Security, March 26, Sub- Pacific Command and U.S. Forces Korea, 2 p.m., H–140 committee on Oversight and Management Efficiency, Capitol. This is a closed hearing. markup on H.R. 4228, the ‘‘DHS Acquisition Account- March 26, Subcommittee on Energy and Water Devel- ability and Efficiency Act’’, 2 p.m., 311 Cannon. opment, hearing on Bureau of Reclamation FY 2015 March 27, Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Budget, 2 p.m., 2362–B Rayburn. Response, and Communications, markup on H.R. 3283, March 26, Subcommittee on Financial Services and the ‘‘Integrated Public Alert and Warning System Mod- General Government, hearing on the Judiciary FY 2015 ernization Act of 2013’’; H.R. 4263, the ‘‘Social Media Budget, 2 p.m., 2359 Rayburn. Working Group Act of 2014’’; and legislation on the March 27, Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Devel- ‘‘Department of Homeland Security Interoperable Com- opment, FDA, and Related Agencies, hearing on Food munications Act’’, 10 a.m., 311 Cannon. and Drug Administration FY 2015 Budget, 10 a.m., Committee on the Judiciary, March 26, Subcommittee on 2362–A Rayburn. 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hearing entitled ‘‘Innocence for Sale: Domestic Minor Sex individual; H.R. 3876, the ‘‘Burial with Dignity for He- Trafficking’’, 10 a.m., 2141 Rayburn. roes Act of 2014’’; H.R. 4095, the ‘‘Veterans’ Compensa- March 26, Subcommittee on Regulatory Reform, Com- tion Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2014’’; H.R. mercial and Antitrust Law, hearing entitled ‘‘Exploring 4102, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify Chapter 11 Reform: Corporate and Financial Institution that the estate of a deceased veteran may receive certain Insolvencies; Treatment of Derivatives’’, 4 p.m., 2237 accrued benefits upon the death of the veteran, and for Rayburn. other purposes; H.R. 4141, to amend title 38, United March 27, Over-Criminalization Task Force, hearing on States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs Over-federalization, 9:30 a.m., 2237 Rayburn. to enter into enhanced-use leases for excess property of Committee on Natural Resources, March 26, Full Com- the National Cemetery Administration that is unsuitable mittee, hearing entitled ‘‘Collision Course: Oversight of for burial purposes; and H.R. 4191, the ‘‘Quicker Vet- the Obama Administration’s Enforcement Approach for erans Benefits Delivery Act’’, 3:30 p.m., 334 Cannon. America’s Wildlife Laws and Its Impact on Domestic En- March 27, Subcommittee on Health, hearing on the ergy’’, 10 a.m., 1324 Rayburn. following legislation: H.R. 183, the ‘‘Veterans Dog March 27, Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Re- Training Therapy Act; H.R. 2527, the ‘‘Veterans Access sources, hearing entitled ‘‘Advances in Earthquake to Timely Medical Appointments Act’’; H.R. 2661, the Science: 50th Anniversary of the Great Alaskan Quake’’, ‘‘Veterans Access to Timely Medical Appointments Act’’; 9:30 a.m., 1334 Longworth. H.R. 2974, to amend title 38, United States Code, to March 27, Subcommittee on Indian and Alaska Native provide for the eligibility for beneficiary travel for vet- Affairs, hearing on H.R. 4002, to revoke the charter of erans seeking treatment or care for military sexual trauma incorporation of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma at the re- in specialized outpatient or residential programs at facili- quest of that tribe, and for other purposes; and H.R. ties of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other 3822, the ‘‘Fort Wingate Land Division Act of 2014’’, 11 purposes; H.R. 3508, to amend title 38, United States a.m., 1324 Longworth. Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid special- Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, March 26, ists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Depart- Full Committee, hearing entitled ‘‘Examining the IRS ment of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes; H.R. Response to the Targeting Scandal’’, 9:30 a.m., 2154 3180, to amend title 38, United States Code, to include Rayburn. contracts and grants for residential care for veterans in the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, March 26, exception to the requirement that the Federal Govern- Full Committee, hearing entitled ‘‘A Review of the Presi- ment recover a portion of the value of certain projects; dent’s Fiscal Year 2015 Budget Request for Science H.R. 3387, the ‘‘Classified Veterans Access to Care Act’’; Agencies’’, 10 a.m., 2318 Rayburn. H.R. 3831, the ‘‘Veterans Dialysis Pilot Program Review March 27, Subcommittee on Space, hearing entitled ‘‘A Act of 2014’’; H.R. 4198, the ‘‘Appropriate Care for Dis- Review of the National Aeronautics and Space Adminis- abled Veterans Act’’; and legislation to authorize major tration Budget for Fiscal Year 2015’’, 9 a.m., 2318 Ray- medical facility projects for the Department of Veterans burn. Affairs for fiscal year 2014, and for other purposes, 10 Committee on Small Business, March 26, Subcommittee on Contracting and Workforce, hearing entitled ‘‘Barriers a.m., 334 Cannon. to Opportunity: Do Occupational Licensing Laws Un- House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, March fairly Limit Entrepreneurship and Jobs?’’, 10 a.m., 2360 27, Full Committee, hearing entitled ‘‘Ongoing Intel- Rayburn. ligence Activities’’, 9 a.m., 304–HVC. This is a closed Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, March 26, hearing. Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transpor- tation, hearing entitled ‘‘President’s Fiscal Year 2015 Joint Meetings Budget Request for Coast Guard and Maritime Transpor- Joint Economic Committee: March 26, to hold hearings to tation Programs’’, 9:30 a.m., 2167 Rayburn. examine unwinding quantitative easing, focusing on how Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, March 26, Subcommittee the Fed should promote stable prices, economic growth, on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs, hearing on and job creation, 2 p.m., SH–216. the following legislation: H.R. 2018, the ‘‘Honor Those Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe: March Who Served Act of 2013’’; H.R. 2088, H.R. 2119, the 27, to receive a briefing on the highs and lows in United ‘‘Veterans Access to Speedy Review Act’’; H.R. 2529, the States-Russia relations, 1 p.m., 2103, Rayburn Building. ‘‘Veteran Spouses Equal Treatment Act’’; H.R. 3671, to Joint Hearing: March 26, Senate Committee on Vet- amend title 38, United States Code, to expand the eligi- erans’ Affairs, to hold a joint hearing with the House bility for a medallion furnished by the Secretary of Vet- Committee on Veterans’ Affairs to examine the legislative erans Affairs to signify the veteran status of a deceased presentation of The American Legion, 10 a.m., SD–G50.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 10 a.m., Tuesday, March 25 10 a.m., Tuesday, March 25

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Tuesday: After the transaction of any Program for Tuesday: Consideration of H.R. 2824— morning business (not to extend beyond one hour), Senate Preventing Government Waste and Protecting Coal Min- will continue consideration of the motion to proceed to ing Jobs in America (Subject to a Rule). consideration of S. 2124, Support for the Sovereignty, In- tegrity, Democracy, and Economic Stability of Ukraine Act, post-cloture.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Courtney, Joe, Conn., E421 Perlmutter, Ed, Colo., E417, E418, E419, E419, E420, Deutch, Theodore E., Fla., E420, E422 E421, E422, E423, E424, E424 Bachus, Spencer, Ala., E426 Ellison, Keith, Minn., E419, E421 Schneider, Bradley S., Ill., E418, E420 Boustany, Charles W., Jr., La., E423 Grayson, Alan, Fla., E424, E425, E426, E426, E427 Smith, Adam, Wash., E420, E422, E424 Brady, Kevin, Tex., E421 Green, Gene, Tex., E425 Speier, Jackie, Calif.,E423 Brooks, Mo, Ala., E418 Hudson, Richard, N.C., E424 Stivers, Steve, Ohio, E425 Brownley, Julia, Calif., E417 Huelskamp, Tim, Kans., E419 Cartwright, Matt, Pa., E420 Kelly, Mike, Pa., E418 Webster, Daniel, Fla., E417 Coffman, Mike, Colo., E421 Norton, Eleanor Holmes, D.C., E421 Wittman, Robert J., Va., E417 Connolly, Gerald E., Va., E422 Pallone, Frank, Jr., N.J., E421, E424

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