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Vol. 164 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018 No. 35 House of Representatives The House met at 10 a.m. and was think of his humble beginnings and his Mr. Speaker, I hope that everyone called to order by the Speaker pro tem- dedication to bringing people to Christ. here and those watching at home will pore (Mr. MITCHELL). Reverend Graham, North Carolina’s remember all of Reverend Graham’s f favorite son, began as a farmer’s son many lessons and will let his life serve and was not born with the steadfast as a reminder to us all that ordinary DESIGNATION OF SPEAKER PRO faith that we later observed. It was a people can accomplish extraordinary TEMPORE faith he chose and that he dedicated things if we put our trust in the Lord. The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- himself to all of his life. f fore the House the following commu- Later, he would be called America’s Pastor, as he counseled Presidents and HONORING THE LIFE OF EDDIE nication from the Speaker: OLCZYK WASHINGTON, DC, the poor alike. What is remarkable is February 27, 2018. how Reverend Graham heard the call The SPEAKER pro tempore. The I hereby appoint the Honorable PAUL and made the choice to follow the Lord Chair recognizes the gentleman from MITCHELL to act as Speaker pro tempore on and to take His word farther and more Illinois (Mr. QUIGLEY) for 5 minutes. this day. rapidly than it had ever gone before. Mr. QUIGLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise PAUL D. RYAN, Mark 16:15 of the Good Book in- today to talk about a legendary Speaker of the House of Representatives. structs us to, ‘‘Go into all the world Chicagoan, Mr. Eddie Olczyk, a former f and preach the gospel to all creation.’’ star player and a current voice of the This is a charge that Reverend Graham Blackhawks. A native son of Chicago, MORNING-HOUR DEBATE took seriously and a charge which he Eddie exemplifies the heart, grit, and The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- spent a lifetime endeavoring to obey. character of the city we both call ant to the order of the House of Janu- This seemingly ordinary man went on home. ary 8, 2018, the Chair will now recog- to do extraordinary things because of Eddie first made his way into Chi- nize Members from lists submitted by his faith and because of his calling to cago’s collective heart as a member of the majority and minority leaders for follow the Lord. the 1984 U.S. Olympic Hockey Team at morning-hour debate. In Chronicles 16:9, we observe that the young age of 17. From there, he The Chair will alternate recognition ‘‘for the eyes of the Lord move to and went on to play 16 seasons in the NHL between the parties. All time shall be fro throughout the Earth that He may and later coached the Pittsburgh Pen- equally allocated between the parties, strongly support those whose heart is guins. In 2012, Eddie was inducted into and in no event shall debate continue completely His.’’ This scripture strikes the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame. beyond 10:50 a.m. Each Member, other true when we think of Reverend Gra- Eddie currently works as a broad- than the majority and minority leaders ham’s life and work. His heart was cer- caster for both the Blackhawks and na- and the minority whip, shall be limited tainly filled with love for the Lord. tionally as a color commentator for to 5 minutes. Reverend Graham traveled the world NBC Sports. He is the best in the busi- f preaching to the masses, but he did not ness. Those outside of Chicago may crave frame or notoriety. Ever the know Eddie from his time covering REVEREND BILLY GRAHAM humble servant, Reverend Graham horse racing for NBC. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The craved the grace to bring others to Today, Eddie is facing another bat- Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Christ. tle. This one is off the ice. Last year, North Carolina (Ms. FOXX) for 5 min- Mr. Speaker, I am saddened that Rev- he was diagnosed with colon cancer. As utes. erend Graham is no longer with us, but he describes it, sometime last summer, Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I offer my I rejoice that he has joined the Lord, he began feeling pain in his lower abdo- deepest condolences to Reverend Billy whom he loved so dearly. I am proud to men. Initially, the pain was intermit- Graham’s children and grandchildren join thousands of Americans in paying tent and he thought nothing of it. But on this very sad occasion. my last respects to Reverend Graham when it persisted for several days, he Reverend Billy Graham will be re- as his body lies in honor in the United decided he should get things checked membered by millions of people for States Capitol. This is only the fourth out. It was then that his doctor found millions of reasons, which is a testa- time in history that a civilian has a tumor, and he was quickly scheduled ment to the people he inspired. When I earned this high honor and the esteem for surgery to have it removed. For the consider Reverend Graham’s life and of a grateful nation, and this honor is past 6 months, Eddie’s been undergoing all of his many accomplishments, I richly deserved. chemotherapy, and he just completed

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Certainly, Reverend Graham’s okay to say something when things Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and ar- public works were extraordinary, but don’t feel right. guably the finest man North Carolina what he and Ruth built as a family is The American Cancer Society esti- has ever produced: the Reverend Billy enduring, indeed. mates that 1 in 22 men and 1 in 24 Graham. While an international icon for his women are at risk for developing William Franklin Graham, Jr., was work spreading the gospel of Christ, colorectal cancer in their lifetime. born in 1919 in Charlotte, North Caro- Reverend Graham and his family were Colorectal cancer is currently the lina, where he grew up the son of a simply great neighbors to the Amer- third leading cause of cancer-related farmer. In 1939, he was ordained as a ican people of Montreat and the nearby deaths in the United States. In 2017, it minister; thus, beginning what would town of Black Mountain. According to is expected to cause over 50,000 deaths. be his life’s calling. a story in the Black Mountain News, That is particularly important for men It was in 1949 that Reverend Graham Reverend Graham was known to occa- who don’t want to consider the dangers gained the international prominence sionally attend services at of colon cancer. This doesn’t have to he is known for today. It was that year Swannanoa’s First Baptist Church, be. When detected early, treatment for that he hosted his Los Angeles Cru- play golf at the Black Mountain Golf colorectal cancer is effective, espe- sade. Originally scheduled to last only Course, and grab lunch at the Coach cially when polyps are removed before 3 weeks, it ended up continuing for House restaurant in town. they become cancerous. over 2 months. Throughout that time, One of the finest moments of my ca- More young men are being diagnosed reer was having the opportunity to with young-onset colorectal cancer huge crowds came to hear Reverend Graham spread the gospel of Christ. serve as Reverend Graham’s Represent- than ever before. According to the ative in Washington when his home in Colorectal Cancer Alliance, 11 percent In the years following the Los Ange- les Crusade, Reverend Graham’s stat- Montreat was placed in the 10th Dis- of colon cancers and 18 percent of rec- trict. It was then that I had the honor tal cancer diagnoses occur in those ure only grew. He traveled across the United States and around the world to of traveling up Little Piney Ridge to under the age of 50. visit Reverend Graham in his home. Young men, even those in their thir- spread the good word and encourage his The personal kindness and hospitality ties and forties, must be aware of the fellow men and women to find salva- he showed in inviting me into his home risk for this disease and advocate for tion with Christ and in Christ. He would fill everything from small is something that I will never forget. their health. Talk to your doctor regu- I extend my deepest condolences to larly if you are feeling pain, and get churches to massive football stadiums. each of Reverend Graham’s five chil- screened regularly. According to the Billy Graham Evan- Back in his playing days, Eddie gelistic Association, Reverend Graham dren, to all their grandchildren and would have been nervous about what a preached to over 215 million people in great-grandchildren who have lost a coach or teammate would have thought over 185 countries and territories mentor and a friend. As a nation, we if he complained of pain. But, in part, around the world during his life. But are forever indebted to Reverend Gra- to voices like his, the sports culture is his influence did not stop there. ham for his years of service to our changing and more athletes are speak- Throughout his ministry, Reverend State, our Nation, and to this world. It ing up when something is wrong. We Graham became known as America’s is only befitting that tomorrow Rev- should all learn from his and their ex- Pastor, serving as a moral compass for erend Graham will return here to ample. our Nation. He served as a spiritual ad- Washington one final time to lie in After he was diagnosed, Eddie felt viser to countless American and inter- honor in the rotunda of this great like his pride took a hit. Like many national political leaders and civic building. others who have faced cancer, he was leaders, including every American Mr. Speaker, I conclude by noting concerned that he was letting people President since Harry Truman. that Reverend Graham has passed on down and he began to question his mor- In the 1950s and 1960s, he joined with from this world, but he has moved into tality. But as he went through treat- Martin Luther King, Jr., for integrated the kingdom he preached about for so ment and reflected on this ordeal, he crusades, a powerful statement from a many years. He has rejoined his be- started to recognize that it was okay White southerner at that time. He de- loved wife, Ruth, and has finally been to be scared. livered invocations at the inaugura- called home to our Lord and Savior He has used this platform to speak tions of four American Presidents. In Jesus Christ following a life well lived. out about colon cancer, about the need 1983, he was awarded our Nation’s high- f for screening, and for research for a est civilian honor, the Presidential VOTING ON IMMIGRATION cure. He knows it is important to em- Medal of Freedom, by President Ronald phasize that there is nothing wrong The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Reagan. Chair recognizes the gentleman from with people getting colonoscopies at an Following the horrific attacks on our earlier age. He knows that if he can Illinois (Mr. GUTIE´ RREZ) for 5 minutes. Nation on September 11, 2001, it was help just one individual get a checkup Mr. GUTIE´ RREZ. Mr. Speaker, when Reverend Graham who comforted our sooner, he will feel like his battle was we left Washington before the Presi- Nation from the pulpit of Washington’s worth it. dents Day recess, we watched our col- Eddie has many people to thank for National Cathedral. leagues in the Senate vote on a series their support; most importantly, his While best known for his work as of bills to address immigration. Only family: his wife, Diana; and four chil- America’s Pastor, there is much more one bill received 60 votes, but it was 60 dren, Eddie, Nick, Zandra, and Tom; to Reverend Graham. Foremost among votes against the bill offered by Sen- those was his marriage to his beloved the entire Blackhawk organization, es- ator GRASSLEY, the bill that most pecially John McDonough and Jay wife, Ruth. Reverend Graham and Ruth closely matches the President’s hatred Blunk; his broadcasting partner, Pat met at Illinois’ Wheaton College, but it for immigrants. Foley. was Ruth’s hometown of Montreat, a So a supermajority in the Senate op- To Eddie and to all fighting cancer, small town in western North Carolina’s poses the President’s plan for massive stay strong and know that we are with Swannanoa Valley, which I am honored cuts to legal immigration and massive you. to represent in North Carolina, that deportations. f they chose to call home. It is a small town, a humble town. b 1015 HONORING THE LIFE OF It was at the Gaither Chapel on the Then, yesterday, President Trump’s REVEREND BILLY GRAHAM campus of Montreat College where campaign against immigrants received The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Reverend Graham and Ruth were mar- another blow. The Supreme Court de- Chair recognizes the gentleman from ried in 1943. From there, the Grahams clined to take a case from California

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We, as their DACA now, and the arbitrary nocentric, pro-European, pro-White a society, must work together to ad- deadline the President set for kicking agenda that will hurt America. dress loopholes and vulnerabilities in 1,000 people per day out of the program But the racists—and we must call existing law while still protecting beginning next Monday has, like so them out for what they are—the racists Americans’ Second Amendment rights. much of what Trump does, been who are driving immigration policy in From strengthening the NICS system stopped for now. the White House are defining the agen- to banning bump stocks and preventing Just take a moment to appreciate da for every House Republican and are those with links to terrorist organiza- what happened. The Attorney General shaping the brand of the Republican tions from acquiring firearms, to rais- and the President, without offering any Party not just as the party opposed to ing the age for the purchase of long evidence, told the American people illegal immigration, but, now, as the guns to 21, with exceptions for those in that they had to end the DACA pro- party opposed to legal immigration; our military and law enforcement, gram because it was illegal and the not just as the party who doesn’t want there are commonsense solutions that courts would strike it down, they said. poor or Latin American immigrants, will not prevent every tragedy but can As it turns out, the truth is almost but doesn’t want Brown or Black or certainly prevent some and mitigate the exact opposite of what the Presi- anyone who isn’t White in this coun- others. dent and the Attorney General have try. If that is how my colleagues on the It won’t be easy, but we must make told the country. No court has ever other side of the aisle define them- progress on all these fronts. As as a fa- found DACA illegal or even legally sus- selves and want to be remembered, ther and a husband, I will not accept pect. Their actions to kill the DACA then they should do nothing. that, in the greatest country in the program have been found highly ques- But I have a greater faith in this in- world, the loss of innocent life becomes tionable by the courts. stitution and in the ability of this Con- commonplace. I am calling on congressional leaders But let me be clear, Mr. Speaker, just gress to rise above racism and to do in both Chambers and in both parties because the courts have taken no ac- something the American people want to work together and allow Congress to tion and the Senate failed to take ac- us to do without regard to race, reli- craft, consider, and debate legislation tion does not mean that the House and gion, or national origin. I am a Demo- that protects the Second Amendment Republicans are off the hook for DACA. crat who will work with Republicans if rights of law-abiding citizens while The President still plans to kill DACA Republicans are serious about reaching making all Americans safer. We have and make hundreds of thousands of im- a solution, but it must start with my to do better, Mr. Speaker. I look for- migrants, who are currently docu- colleagues on the other side of the aisle ward to working with all my colleagues mented and known to our government, saying: ‘‘Yes, we want to solve the to honor the 17 innocent lives lost in into undocumented immigrants forced problem, and we want to rise above the Parkland. underground—vulnerable, exploitable, racism emanating from the White and deportable. House today.’’ f The House has an opportunity—in- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Mem- HONORING MY GOOD FRIEND, DEP- deed, a responsibility—to step up to bers are reminded to refrain from en- UTY CHIEF REPORTER ED JOHN- the occasion and craft a permanent so- gaging in personalities toward the SON, FOR HIS SERVICE TO THIS lution. The good news is that the solu- President of the United States. INSTITUTION tion is supported by 8 out of 10 voters f The SPEAKER pro tempore. The in the United States: a pathway to citi- Chair recognizes the gentleman from zenship. ATTACK AT MARJORY STONEMAN DOUGLAS HIGH SCHOOL Wisconsin (Mr. KIND) for 5 minutes. Can we, as a body, rise to the occa- Mr. KIND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today sion to do something Americans want The SPEAKER pro tempore. The to honor and to give thanks to a very us to do? Can we set aside questions of Chair recognizes the gentleman from good friend of mine, our Deputy Chief who wins and who loses politically long Florida (Mr. CURBELO) for 5 minutes. Reporter of the House of Representa- enough to do what is right? We won’t Mr. CURBELO of Florida. Mr. Speak- tives, Ed Johnson, whose last day for know unless we try. er, the attack at Marjory Stoneman us is this Friday before he returns to Many on the other side say there Douglas High School on Valentine’s our home State of Wisconsin. should be only one option: leave or be Day was an incomprehensible act of vi- Ed began his official court reporting deported, but that is not what we do to olence. career back in Wisconsin in 1980, hook- American children. And let’s be clear, I visited the school on Friday, an ex- ing up with a judge. He eventually these are American children. We do not perience that was both moving and so- made his way here to the House of Rep- force American children to live in exile bering. I walked through the horrifying resentatives in 2007 and, ultimately, for 10, 20, 30 years. We do not educate events that took place there, and I wit- became Deputy Chief Reporter in 2015. and acculturate our youth and then nessed the outpouring of love and sup- Ed took his role as our guardian of force them out of the country. port from so many who have deposited the public record very seriously: with If you are an American patriot, the flowers, candles, and left beautiful great integrity, with great profes- last thing you want is for the world to messages in memory of the victims. sionalism, and with great respect from see us deporting our own Americans. Upon reflecting on that visit and everyone who had a chance to work Just ask your donors, the Koch broth- after meeting with the brave student with him. ers, who know that saving the Dream- and teacher survivors Sunday in south And what do these Official Reporters ers is what they call something de- Florida and yesterday here in Wash- do for us? Like today, this young lady manded as patriots. ington, I believe the best way for elect- here to my left brings her stenograph So, Mr. Speaker, the ball is in our ed officials to honor the fallen and machine down to the well of the House court. We need to take action now. If their families is by taking meaningful or to a committee that they might be we can draft a compromise to protect action to prevent these tragedies in the assigned, and they record everything Dreamers and allow them to live in future. that is said. With a single stroke of the their home country, America, if both That means working to make sure key, they are able to record whole sides concede something to the other, law enforcement agencies have the re- words, phrases, sometimes whole sen- we may get to a solution. That is what sources to assess threats and intervene tences if they know what is being said, leaders must do. A compromise will before it is too late. It means investing sometimes when Members are speaking likely be painful for all. We need to in mental health, reevaluating school over each other. It is an incredibly dif- show the country that we are willing to security with measures like the bipar- ficult talent that they have to learn,

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And listen to this: He served as ‘‘Mr. Attendees learn from professional Janus will determine whether public February’’ in the ‘‘2013 Men of Court women working in STEM fields, includ- sector unions that represent teachers, Reporting’’ calendar, which is probably ing agriculture, banking, physics, nurs- firefighters, police officers, and nurses appropriate, given Ed’s legendary sense ing, marine biology, real estate, engi- in States and cities across this country of humor. He has also been known to neering, app design, and more. do some standup comedy. can collect fees from all of the employ- And the impact of this program is al- ees in the workplaces that they rep- Having spent time with my good ready clear in our community. As a re- friend, Ed, here in Washington, I have resent. sult of attending GirlSTEM 2017, 95 a feeling that he is going to miss a lot This case is about whether millions percent of girls said they felt more mo- of the aspects that he has been privy to of hardworking public sector workers tivated to do well in school; 96 percent Capitol Hill, given his appreciation for will have the freedom and the re- felt more engaged in their own learn- our history, politics, policy, the per- sources to stand together and fight for sonalities of this place, and we will cer- ing; and 93 percent said GirlSTEM a better future for themselves and tainly be missing him. helped them plan ahead, make career their families. But it is also about the So I want to wish him and his wife, choices, and feel optimistic about their corrosive power of money in politics. It Liz, and their two dogs, Bucky and future. is about the millions of dollars wealthy Angus—I mean, what could be more As our economy continues to evolve, donors spent to hold a Supreme Court Wisconsin than that—as they return I commend projects like Bucks County seat open for over a year; the millions home to our home State of Wisconsin GirlSTEM Conference for the impor- more that were spent to elect Presi- where they will be a little bit closer to tant work they play in educating and dent Trump so that he could fill that their families. exciting the next generation of female seat with Neil Gorsuch; and the mil- I want to thank Ed for his service to leaders. These young women are the fu- lions of dollars that the Koch brothers this institution, but also to our coun- ture leaders of our Nation. and the Bradley Foundation, two orga- try and the distinguished career that f nizations devoted to cutting govern- he had here in Washington. REPUBLICAN TAX SCAM CUTS ment services for Americans and weak- I wish him and Liz all the best as ening unions, spent to fund the Janus they return home to Wisconsin where The SPEAKER pro tempore. The case. Tawni and I look forward to continuing Chair recognizes the gentleman from And today, now that the bought-and- our friendship. Minnesota (Mr. ELLISON) for 5 minutes. paid-for court has heard the case that f Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, Repub- will deliver a blow—we hope it doesn’t, lican tax scam tax cuts really are only but likely it will—to the public service HONORING THE LIFE OF AUDREY going to benefit giant corporations and TUCKER workers and the unions that represent the wealthy few, and what working them, their investment appears to be The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. people will ever glean from this is paying off. CURBELO of Florida). The Chair recog- minimal in scope and really is just sort Here is the thing: millionaires and nizes the gentleman from Pennsylvania of a pittance in order to allow people billionaires who fund these antiworker (Mr. FITZPATRICK) for 5 minutes. who have more wealth than they can and antiunion attacks are petrified Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I possibly even count to just get more. about the labor movement. They are rise today to honor the life of Audrey This tax cut, this massive tax cut, absolutely afraid of it. That is why Tucker of Upper Makefield in Bucks would wipe away healthcare coverage County, Pennsylvania. A committed they have been working to attack it. for millions of workers, give multi- That is because the labor movement public servant, Audrey, the CEO of the national corporations and foreign in- is premised on the simple idea that, Family Service Association of Bucks vestors a giant payday, and it paves when workers come together, they can County, passed away at 73 last week. the way for more cruel cuts, cutting Joining Family Service as a social fight for their fair share of the wealth programs that will benefit Americans. that they helped to create and because worker in 1978 and rising to become the It is a moral abomination. It is organization’s CEO in 1987, Audrey the labor movement is about equality wrong. It is giving more to those who served as the face of Family Service for and a fair economy that works for ev- already have too much and taking from four decades. Audrey was a visionary eryone, not just a few. those who already are struggling to leader credited with growing the orga- That is why wealthy donors have make ends meet. But, sadly, it is just nization into an entity that offered worked to eliminate and cut union rep- mental health services, helped the another example of how Republicans resentation; that is why they engage in homeless, offered drug and alcohol and their billionaire buddies are in it union busting; that is why they funded treatment, and helped local families. for themselves and not the American the Janus case; and that is why they Her friends and colleagues of Family people. continue to keep kicking working peo- Service said it best: ‘‘Family Service I would like to talk about another ple in the teeth over and over again. has suffered a huge loss. Audrey was important example, because you have This Republican tax scam is only the heart and face of Family Service to look at what is going on in our Su- part of the restructuring of American for four decades. But she built a strong preme Court together with these tax democracy where we take from work- team that will continue to carry out cuts and other programs to understand ing Americans, give to the wealthiest, her vision of a community where any- how much damage Republican leader- and then try to deprive through the one can achieve his or her full poten- ship means to the American people. courts people’s right to organize collec- tial.’’ Yesterday, the Supreme Court heard tively on their job. Our community will feel Audrey’s a case. It was Janus v. AFSCME. But hardworking Americans are loss tremendously, but it is clear to all Janus, as the case is called, is yet an- standing up, hardworking Americans that we are a better community for other attack on the right to organize are banning together, and hardworking having had her in our community, and your workplace and negotiate for bet- Americans are not going to allow a her important work will continue. ter wages and benefits and safer work- prosperous life for themselves and their RECOGNIZING BUCKS COUNTY GIRLSTEM places. families to be taken away so easily. CONFERENCE Over the last several decades, big This Janus case is something that I Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I companies and their conservative allies urge everybody to look into. It rep- rise today to recognize the Bucks in Congress have attacked the right to resents another attack on the Amer- County GirlSTEM Conference. collectively bargain. ican working class, but the American

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The Chair recognizes the Mr. McCain, thank you for your serv- diversion tactic, whether it is more in- gentleman from Texas (Mr. ice to our country and to your commu- vestment in mental health or arming FARENTHOLD) for 5 minutes. nity. I hope you had a great 100th teachers. In particular, the idea that Mr. FARENTHOLD. Mr. Speaker, I birthday. we should put more guns into a school applaud President Trump on including REMEMBERING JOE FULTON environment is ludicrous to them. $13 million for widening and deepening Mr. FARENTHOLD. Mr. Speaker, I Their teachers already did everything the project at the Port of Corpus Chris- am here today to remember the life of they could to protect these children, ti in its fiscal year 2019 budget. Wid- a great constituent and family friend, and some of them lost their lives. That ening and deepening the port is critical Joe Fulton, who passed away recently is unacceptable and something that we not only to the local economy in Cor- at the age of 83. need to come together to prevent. pus Christi, but to the entire Nation. Joe not only lived in Corpus Christi, Mr. Speaker, I want to commend my While getting the funding in the but he helped shape the city’s skylines. colleague, Congressman MAST, for tak- President’s budget is a huge victory, it His projects, as a general contractor, ing a stand that was extremely dif- is still just an early step in a lengthy include the Art Museum of South ficult on banning assault weapons. I process. Congress still needs to approve Texas; Texas State Aquarium; the know that is not politically popular for and appropriate the funds for this Bayfront Omni Hotel; Frost Bank me to do, but he deserves that credit, project over multiple years. Tower; the Nueces County Courthouse; so I thank him. I encourage my colleagues in the the Hayden Head Terminal at the Cor- The Janus v. AFSCME case is a case House and Senate to support this ap- pus Christi International Airport; and related to public sector unions. Simply propriation and grow the Port of Cor- Whataburger Field, home of the Corpus put, teachers and other employees pus Christi and our Nation’s energy Christi Hooks, just to name a few. Ful- would be dealt a serious blow in terms sector. ton’s work received national attention, of their ability to organize, organize on Corpus Christi is the Nation’s largest when, in 1993, the Engineering News- things like the conditions in a school port for energy exports, shipping out Record named his company, Fulton and how we can keep them safe, all the crude oil, petroleum products, and Construction, one of the top contrac- way to wages and benefits. LNG. Widening the ship channel will tors in the United States. Today, despite being more productive allow for two-way barge traffic, and In addition to his work as a con- than ever, we have Americans who deepening it to 54 feet will allow for tractor, Joe was a member of the Port work longer hours for less money and larger ships to enter and exit the port, of Corpus Christi Commission from 1985 fewer benefits. While working people creating more economic growth and to 1998 and fought for the widening and continue to struggle, we have cor- good jobs for American workers. deepening of the port. He served as porate CEOs, whether they are the This project has been one of my top chairman of the Port of Corpus Christi CEOs of gun manufacturers or any priorities since coming to Congress in Commission from 1991 to 1996. He was other corporation, who continue to use 2010 and will continue to be a priority also a board member of the Cullen/ their wealth to influence politicians as long as I am here. Frost Bank, trustee and chairman of and rig the economic rules to benefit Mr. Speaker, please join me in sup- the Driscoll Foundation, director of the wealthy and the powerful at the ex- porting this widening and deepening the Texas State Historical Association, pense of everyone else. project. chairman of the Greater Corpus Christi A major part of this effort is a dec- CELEBRATING 100TH BIRTHDAY OF JOHN MCCAIN Business Alliance, and president of the ades-long attack on unions. Unions in- Mr. FARENTHOLD. Mr. Speaker, I Corpus Christi Tourist Bureau. crease the bargaining power of workers suspect we all know Senator JOHN Joe’s impact on our community will by allowing them to negotiate collec- MCCAIN, but we should also know live on for a long time. We will miss tively, together, rather than individ- World War II veteran John McCain you, Joe. ually with employers. Imagine how a from Wharton, Texas, who just turned f single or handful of employees would 100 years old. do if they were trying to negotiate Mr. McCain was born in Texas on JANUS V. AFSCME AND THE with a major corporation for better February 15, 1918. When he was just 7 IMPORTANCE OF UNIONS benefits and wages on their own. When years old, he joined the workforce The SPEAKER pro tempore. The workers bargain collectively, employ- going door to door with his Shetland Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from ers have no choice but to work with pony circulating fliers for local busi- Florida (Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ) for 5 them to pay them higher wages and nesses. In the years leading up to minutes. offer more generous benefits and better World War II, he traveled to Los Ange- Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Mr. working conditions, like school safety. les to learn to be a diesel mechanic and Speaker, I live in Broward County, Big corporations and their overpaid then promptly enlisted in the Texas Florida, where the Marjory Stoneman CEOs don’t like paying higher wages National Guard, 36th Tank Company, Douglas mass shooting tragedy took and offering generous benefits; so, as a as a diesel mechanic. On January 16, place nearly 2 weeks ago. result, they don’t like unions. The lat- 1941, he was deployed to Fort Benning. I am here to talk about our teachers est battle in the corporate war on Following the Japanese attack on and other public sector employees, but unions happened yesterday at the Su- Pearl Harbor, McCain was deployed to I want to take a moment to make sure preme Court where the Justices heard Hawaii. After we defeated the Japanese that people within the sound of my the Janus v. AFSCME case. Navy at the Battle of Midway, voice understand what is at stake here. This goes after public sector unions McCain’s unit was moved to Fort To hear the messages of these valiant to continue the assault on all working Chaffee before being deployed to Eu- students, in the memories of their people. It is a blatantly political and rope, where he and his unit swept friends whose lives were lost, their well-funded plot to use the highest through southern Germany and eventu- teachers whose lives were lost, and also court in the land to further turn the ally met the Russian Army in Czecho- on their own behalf as survivors. Their economic rules against the middle slovakia in 1945. message is clear that we need to make class. After the war, McCain worked for a sure that we are preventing weapons of When teachers, nurses, police offi- natural gas pipeline company in Lib- war from being in the hands of civil- cers, firefighters, and other public serv- erty, Texas, for 35 years. After retiring, ians by banning assault-style rifles; by ice workers are free to build strong he moved back to his hometown of banning high-capacity magazines; and unions, they win benefits like better

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Students and teachers from the Weiss areas with strained access to nutri- I saw this firsthand, Mr. Speaker, as School are in the House gallery today tious food. a member of the Graduate Assistants to witness the introduction of a resolu- SNAP, as well as the USDA’s com- United union when I was in graduate tion that they themselves helped to modity distribution programs, support school and I attended the University of write. agriculture and lessen the effects of Florida. Graduate assistants are the The WeissSat-I resolution that I will poverty on our most vulnerable citi- lowest rung on the ladder at colleges introduce today with bipartisan sup- zens. and universities, but are a linchpin to port from my Florida colleagues will In advance of the next farm bill, we the success of educating college stu- raise awareness of the CubeSat Launch will continue to identify ways to work dents. Having a union to fight for our Initiative and encourage continuance alongside State and local organizations wages was a key to being treated fairly of the program as NASA reorganizes to help provide safe and nutritious food by our university. their Office of Education. for those who need it most. Public sector unions have also played I would like to thank the students of Mr. Speaker, a healthy diet for many a vital role in providing economic op- the Weiss School for their dedication, Americans may have nothing to do portunity for women and people of their faculty, their teachers for their with commitment, but rather accessi- color. Given that all workers covered work in helping their students to reach bility. Limited access to supermarkets by a contract gain the benefits of union the highest and fullest potential that and grocery stores with fresh, nutri- negotiations, it has been standard any students could reach. tious food can be a challenge in both The SPEAKER pro tempore. Mem- practice that all workers governed by rural and urban communities. These bers are reminded that it is not in the contract contribute their fair share are called ‘‘food deserts.’’ to the cost of organizing, through order to refer to or introduce occu- This is a particular concern for union dues paid by union members and pants in the gallery. SNAP, which intends to provide nutri- fair share fees by workers who choose f tion to millions of Americans. not to join the union. Fair share fees KEEP YOUR WORD, MR. According to the USDA, to qualify as don’t pay for any political activities, PRESIDENT a low-access community, at least 500 just the collective bargaining activi- people, or at least 33 percent of the ties that directly benefit everyone. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from population, must reside more than 1 We need to make sure that we con- mile from a supermarket or a large tinue to stand up for workers and for Texas (Mr. AL GREEN) for 1 minute. Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speak- grocery store. For rural areas, the dis- the middle class. I am hopeful that the tance is more than 10 miles. Supreme Court will not side with the er, I rise today as a liberated Democrat with one request: I ask that the most It is difficult to eat healthy when the plaintiffs in this case. easiest store to get to primarily pro- f powerful man in the world, the Presi- dent of the United States of America, vides packaged and processed food. RECOGNIZING THE WEISS SCHOOL keep his word. SNAP recipients may find a local mar- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Keep your word, Mr. President. You ket convenient, but it offers high-cal- Chair recognizes the gentleman from have indicated that no one under the orie foods with minimal nutrition Florida (Mr. MAST) for 5 minutes. age of 21 should be able to buy an as- value. These foods can often be a staple Mr. MAST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today sault-type weapon. for families with limited resources. to recognize The Weiss School, a K–8th Keep your word, Mr. President. Don’t It is my hope that we can redouble grade school in Florida, whose students allow the NRA to veto your word. You our efforts to increase access to fresh designed the WeissSat-1 satellite se- are the most powerful man in the foods for communities throughout the lected by NASA to be launched into world. country. space. Keep your word, Mr. President. Stay No one in America, Mr. Speaker, I have had the opportunity to meet a with those young people who have should go hungry, and everyone de- number of these incredible students. issued a clarion call to this country to serves a full shot at living a full, They devote themselves fully to the do something about the killing that is healthy, and productive life. pursuit of knowledge. Some of them re- taking place on our school campuses. Through strong policy and the advo- marked to me that the worst part These are children who are dying. cacy of our Nation’s antihunger and about school was that they had to Keep your word, Mr. President. antipoverty groups, we truly can work leave at the end of the day and they The SPEAKER pro tempore. Mem- to end hunger once and for all. wished that there were apartments bers are reminded to address their re- f there. I think that speaks to the in- marks to the Chair. RECESS credible high quality of their teachers f and the faculty in that institution of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- learning. PROVIDING SAFE AND NUTRI- ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair The WeissSat-1 was selected for its TIOUS FOOD TO THOSE IN NEED declares the House in recess for a pe- outstanding design and scientific im- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The riod of less than 15 minutes. portance, as part of NASA’s CubeSat Chair recognizes the gentleman from Accordingly (at 10 o’clock and 49 Launch Initiative, an excellent pro- Pennsylvania (Mr. THOMPSON) for 5 minutes a.m.), the House stood in re- gram that, unfortunately, has a very minutes. cess. uncertain future. The CubeSat Launch Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. f Initiative was established in 2008 as a Mr. Speaker, this morning I had the b 1100 mutually beneficial program to spur privilege of addressing more than 1,200 innovation in the STEM community advocates who were in Washington this AFTER RECESS and simultaneously advance NASA week for the National Anti-Hunger The recess having expired, the House missions. Policy Conference. was called to order by the Speaker at Since its inception, NASA has se- As chairman of the House Committee 11 a.m. lected 149 CubeSats, built by 85 organi- on Agriculture Subcommittee on Nu- f zations across 38 States, and they have trition, I am grateful for the work launched 58 of these CubeSats to date, these groups do to alleviate hunger and PRAYER all of them at a fraction of the cost of ensure that people have access to nu- Chaplain Robert Vick, American Le- developing satellites in-house. tritious food. gion National Chaplain, New Port NASA’s Office of Education is cur- The Supplemental Nutrition Assist- Richey, Florida, offered the following rently being restructured and the fu- ance Program and other Federal nutri- prayer:

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The Presi- for our country and for our flag, the itual needs of other veterans and their dent’s proposal would also replace fam- symbol of our freedom and our home. families, Chaplain Vick was appointed ilies’ flexible monthly SNAP benefits Keep us always aware of the heritage National Chaplain of the 2 million- with food boxes that contain no fresh which is ours and the freedom and op- member American Legion last year. produce. It basically puts people on ra- portunities we enjoy as Americans. Even as the U.S. Capitol prepares in tions. As we bow before You, may we pledge honoring another humble servant of So I ask my Republican colleagues: anew in our hearts and on our lips to God tomorrow, the Reverend Billy Gra- Did you really come to Congress to preserve this country, its citizens, and ham, I am proud that Chaplain Vick of- take food out of the mouths of hungry our way of life. May we continue our fered this morning’s prayer in the U.S. people, hungry children? Who are you? commitment to You and to our fellow House. Ending hunger in America is not a man. May we not take that small step f matter of resources; it is a matter of from tolerance to tyranny in our delib- ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAK- political will. We must invest in our erations. ER PRO TEMPORE nutrition programs to make sure that May we keep foremost in our The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. no one’s plate goes empty in America. thoughts the welfare and the success of SIMPSON). The Chair will entertain up f our great Nation and work together to to 15 further requests for 1-minute AMERICAN LEGION STORMS THE solve our differences. May we emulate speeches on each side of the aisle. HILL the great men and women of the past, who, through sacrifice, purchased our f (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania freedoms. Aid us to commit ourselves CUTTING TAPE FOR REC- asked and was given permission to ad- to preserving them. REATIONAL RODEO COMPETI- dress the House for 1 minute and to re- I pray this prayer in the name of TORS vise and extend his remarks.) God, before whom every knee shall ul- Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. (Mr. GIANFORTE asked and was timately bow and every tongue confess Mr. Speaker, the American Legion con- given permission to address the House that You are Lord and God. venes in Washington this week for its for 1 minute and to revise and extend Amen. And amen. annual policy conference to meet with his remarks.) Federal lawmakers. f Mr. GIANFORTE. Mr. Speaker, I rise The American Legion was chartered THE JOURNAL today to highlight another example of and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as The SPEAKER. The Chair has exam- Federal overreach that threatens our a patriotic veterans organization de- ined the Journal of the last day’s pro- Montana and Western way of life. Un- voted to mutual helpfulness. It is the ceedings and announces to the House clear Federal regulations could force Nation’s largest wartime veterans serv- his approval thereof. millions of Americans who ice organization, committed to men- Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- recreationally compete in rodeos or toring youth and sponsorship of whole- nal stands approved. participate in other equestrian events some programs in our communities, ad- to get a commercial driver’s license. f vocating patriotism and honor, pro- But these are not folks competing for moting strong national security, and PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE their livelihoods. In a recent story in continued devotion to servicemembers The SPEAKER. Will the gentleman the Billings Gazette, Andy Bolich, the and veterans. head coach for the Montana State Uni- from Montana (Mr. GIANFORTE) come Hundreds of local American Legion forward and lead the House in the versity rodeo team, said: ‘‘For the programs and activities strengthen the Pledge of Allegiance. most part, around Montana, I would Nation one community at a time. Mr. GIANFORTE led the Pledge of say rodeo is a hobby for most people.’’ Whether it is connecting veterans Allegiance as follows: Yet Federal regulations could force through sporting programs, honoring these rodeo participants to wade I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the fallen heroes through Legion Riders or United States of America, and to the Repub- through unnecessary, costly red tape advocating for homeless veterans, the lic for which it stands, one nation under God, for their hobby. That is why I recently American Legion plays a priceless role indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. led a letter which a bipartisan group of in creating a sense of community f 26 colleagues signed, to the Federal among veterans of all ages and service Motor Carrier Safety Administration. periods. WELCOMING CHAPLAIN ROBERT We urged the Department of Transpor- Mr. Speaker, I am grateful for the VICK tation to clarify how the CDL regula- American Legion. The Legionnaires The SPEAKER. Without objection, tions treat those who participate have a tremendous sense of obligation the gentleman from Florida (Mr. BILI- recreationally in rodeo events. to their community, their State, and RAKIS) is recognized for 1 minute. Mr. Speaker, we must continue re- their Nation. They advocate honestly There was no objection. forming, rolling back, and repealing for veterans in Washington, and I look Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise unnecessary regulations to protect our forward to meeting with my local Le- today to introduce a constituent, a Montana and Western way of life. gionnaires later today. true American hero. What an honor it f f is to introduce Chaplain Robert Vick, who currently serves as the American SUPPORTING SNAP INTRODUCING THE GATEWAY AT Legion National Chaplain. (Ms. SCHAKOWSKY asked and was BUFFALO Chaplain Vick lives in New Port given permission to address the House (Mr. HIGGINS of New York asked and Richey, Florida, with his wife of 62 for 1 minute and to revise and extend was given permission to address the years. She is present today as well. To- her remarks.) House for 1 minute.) gether they have 4 sons, 10 grand- Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, Mr. HIGGINS of New York. Mr. children, and 16 great-grandchildren. today is the Anti-Hunger Day of Ac- Speaker, yesterday we unveiled plans In addition to his commitment to his tion, and I rise to support the Supple- for a new, state-of-the-art land port of family, the chaplain has a great love mental Nutrition Assistance Program, entry at the Peace Bridge in Buffalo, for our country and a passion for serv- or SNAP, which helps feed 40 million New York. ice. A Korean war-era veteran of the Americans. Deploying the most advanced detec- U.S. Navy, Chaplain Vick has a distin- We live in the richest country in the tion technology, the Gateway at Buf- guished record of service. He also has world, yet many Americans struggle to falo will improve national security and

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It will improve aesthetics with new In 2016, the Congressional Research As one of the most influential pas- L.E.D. lighting, landscaping, and pub- Service documented 37 times it had tors of the 20th century, Reverend Gra- lic art. been used in an unclassified report. ham traveled the world to spread the This plan will improve our region’s Now, in 2018, it has increased to 41 gospel of Jesus Christ to millions of growing economic relationship with times. people. In fact, he preached to more Canada, leveraging $30 billion in com- The Constitution is clear: Congress, people than anyone who has ever lived. merce and over $200 billion in economic not the White House, is tasked with As a young man, I have very fond activity, supporting over 1 million the solemn responsibility to declare memories of my family all coming to- jobs. This plan is long overdue. It is a war. gether to sit in front of the television plan that our community deserves and We have turned a blind eye to these to watch Reverend Graham’s crusades. a gateway that is worthy of the prom- conflicts. They have spiraled out of His message of God’s love, mercy, for- ise and potential of our future in Buf- control. Today a bipartisan group of giveness, and justice deeply influenced falo and western New York and our re- Members, the Progressive Caucus and not only me but also many in our Na- lationship economically and otherwise the House Freedom Caucus, will be tion’s history. In today’s day and age, with the great country of Canada. hosting an ad hoc hearing to demand a we desperately need another Billy Gra- f debate and vote on these ongoing wars. ham to give hope to a deceived, con- Mr. Speaker, enough is enough. We fused, and hopeless populace. GUN VIOLENCE need to repeal the 2001 AUMF and, yes, Reverend Graham preached the (Mr. KILDEE asked and was given give at least 8 months while the cur- truth. He lived it. And we know that permission to address the House for 1 rent one is in place to debate and vote the truth will set us free. But more im- minute.) on a new AUMF. portantly, Billy Graham has heard the Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise f words from the Savior of the world: today in the wake of yet another mass Well done, my good and faithful serv- shooting in this country to ask the GUN VIOLENCE ant. House of Representatives to summon (Ms. BARRAGA´ N asked and was Billy Graham will be sorely missed, the courage to actually do something given permission to address the House but his memory will live on in the to prevent the next terrible tragedy. for 1 minute and to revise and extend hearts and minds of those millions of Last evening we held a moment of si- her remarks.) people he helped. And as Billy Graham lence on this floor, and what I fear is Ms. BARRAGA´ N. Mr. Speaker, how would say, all glory be to God. that, again, that moment of silence many people must die for Congress to f will be followed by days of silence by act and address the severe epidemic of b 1115 this House, by weeks of silence by this gun violence in America? House, by months of silence by this We were devastated by the massacres NATIONAL ANTI-HUNGER WEEK House on the very question of gun vio- in Newtown; Las Vegas; Orlando; and (Ms. DELAURO asked and was given lence in this country. most recently in Parkland, Florida. On permission to address the House for 1 There are things we can do to move the Hill today are the courageous stu- minute and to revise and extend her re- past the typical partisan response: the dents from the Parkland high school, marks.) legislation that I and three others Marjory Stoneman Douglas. They came Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, this is crafted, bipartisan legislation, to regu- to Washington with one message: for National Anti-Hunger Week. The late these terrible bump stocks that Congress to take action now on gun vi- United States is the richest nation on could have prevented the tragedy in olence. Earth. We are a land of abundance. And Las Vegas from being as bad as it was. Action doesn’t mean holding mo- yet millions of people in our country Other things we can do that we agree ments of silence. Action doesn’t mean go to bed hungry every single night. on: closing the background check loop- tweeting thoughts and prayers. Action They are called food insecure, but hole, making sure that if you are too means passing meaningful legislation, what it is is that they are hungry, and dangerous to fly on an airplane, you like the overwhelming majority of programs like the food stamp program, can’t buy a weapon. Americans are pleading with us to do. the SNAP program, have enjoyed bi- These are the things that Congress We should start by banning weapons partisan support for decades because ought to take up and that the Amer- of war, like the AR–15 and high-capac- great leaders, people like George ican people have every right to expect ity magazines. We should allow the McGovern, Bob Dole, Ted Kennedy, us to act upon. CDC to once again research the causes Jack Kennedy, and people like Jake Let’s do something. of gun violence that can better protect Javits, said that we have a moral obli- f our communities. And we should also gation to combat hunger in the United act to pass legislation to require uni- States. REPEAL THE 2001 AUMF versal background checks. What we need to do is to strengthen (Ms. LEE asked and was given per- Yesterday, Democrats filed a motion the SNAP program, not sabotage it. mission to address the House for 1 to force a vote on universal back- This administration’s new proposals to minute and to revise and extend her re- ground checks. Not a single Republican implement strict work requirements marks.) has signed on to the motion. I implore are a thinly veiled attempt to throw Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to my Republican colleagues to sign up to people off of the program. ask Speaker RYAN for a debate and a call for action because inaction means The vast majority of SNAP recipi- vote on our endless wars. It has been 16 that more people will die and more ents already work if they can. USDA’s years since Congress first passed the families will grieve and our students most recent data shows that work 2001 Authorization for Use of Military will continue to feel unsafe. rates have been increasing year after Force. At that time, of course, I knew f year. then it was going to be a blank check The food box proposal is an attack on to encompass conflicts all around the HONORING BILLY GRAHAM the dignity of the families that have globe, and I couldn’t vote for it. (Mr. ALLEN asked and was given fallen on hard times. Undermining It has been used for operations in permission to address the House for 1 SNAP will not eradicate hunger. It Niger, Syria, Libya, Somalia, and minute and to revise and extend his re- throws many Americans into deep pov- many other countries. It has been used marks.) erty and desperation at times when to justify the war against ISIS, which Mr. ALLEN. Mr. Speaker, it is my they need support the most. did not exist, of course, when this privilege today to rise to honor the life Food insecurity affects veterans, AUMF was first written. of America’s pastor. Last week we working families, children, workers,

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Today, we have the opportunity to pass an im- ADJOURNMENT FROM TODAY TO able for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the pro- portant piece of legislation that will THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 2018 ponent and an opponent, shall not be subject further this fight by ensuring that we Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- to amendment, and shall not be subject to a hold websites that turn a profit by aid- er, I ask unanimous consent that when demand for division of the question in the ing sex traffickers accountable. the House adjourns today, it adjourn to House or in the Committee of the Whole. All Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank meet at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 1, points of order against such amendments are the committee for its hard work on waived. At the conclusion of consideration of 2018. the bill for amendment the Committee shall this legislation, but also, more, impor- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there rise and report the bill to the House with tantly, I would like to thank the legis- objection to the request of the gen- such amendments as may have been adopted. lation’s author, Mrs. WAGNER, for her tleman from Georgia? Any Member may demand a separate vote in tireless efforts in championing this There was no objection. the House on any amendment adopted in the bill, which extends both compassion Committee of the Whole to the bill or to the f and justice to trafficking victims. As a committee amendment in the nature of a result of her efforts, the legislation we ADJOURNMENT FROM THURSDAY, substitute. The previous question shall be consider today will empower law en- considered as ordered on the bill and amend- MARCH 1, 2018, TO MONDAY, forcement, State attorneys general, MARCH 5, 2018 ments thereto to final passage without inter- vening motion except one motion to recom- and, most importantly, victims to fight Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- mit with or without instructions. against the sex trade and its predators. er, I ask unanimous consent that when The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- Mr. Speaker, this legislation would the House adjourns on Thursday, tleman from Georgia is recognized for 1 give Federal, State, and local prosecu- March 1, 2018, it adjourn to meet on hour. tors the tools they need to hold Monday, March 5, 2018, when it shall Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- websites and their operators account- convene at noon for morning-hour de- er, for the purpose of debate only, I able for supporting the sale of sex traf- bate and 2 p.m. for legislative business. yield the customary 30 minutes to the ficking victims. Specifically, it would The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there gentlewoman from New York (Ms. create a new Federal statute with in- creased penalties for promoting sex objection to the request of the gen- SLAUGHTER), my friend, pending which tleman from Georgia? I yield myself such time as I may con- trafficking online and would amend There was no objection. sume. During consideration of this res- section 230 of the Communications De- cency Act to permit State authorities f olution, all time yielded is for the pur- pose of debate only. to prosecute operators of trafficking PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION websites for criminal acts. OF H.R. 1865, ALLOW STATES GENERAL LEAVE In consideration of this legislation, AND VICTIMS TO FIGHT ONLINE Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- we must also reflect on why this legis- SEX TRAFFICKING ACT OF 2017 er, I ask unanimous consent that all lation is necessary. Members may have 5 legislative days Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- Section 230 of the Communications within which to revise and extend their er, by direction of the Committee on Decency Act was created to ensure remarks and include extraneous mate- Rules, I call up House Resolution 748 that websites would not be considered rial on House Resolution 748, currently and ask for its immediate consider- the publishers of, and thereby held re- under consideration. ation. sponsible for, the content that actually The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there The Clerk read the resolution, as fol- originated with a third party. The stat- objection to the request of the gen- lows: ute was never intended to shield tleman from Georgia? H. RES. 748 websites that profit by creating a mar- There was no objection. ketplace for sexual slavery, like Resolved, That at any time after adoption Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- Backpage.com, from facing the legal of this resolution the Speaker may, pursuant er, I am pleased to bring forward this to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the consequences of their criminal enter- House resolved into the Committee of the rule on behalf of the Rules Committee. prises. Whole House on the state of the Union for The rule provides for consideration of Nevertheless, some websites have consideration of the bill (H.R. 1865) to amend H.R. 1865, the Allow States and Victims successfully invoked the section 230 the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of immunity provision despite engaging that section 230 of such Act does not prohibit 2017. The rule provides for 1 hour of de- in actions that venture far outside the the enforcement against providers and users bate equally divided and controlled by scope of those envisioned by the stat- of interactive computer services of Federal the chairman and ranking member of ute. The authors of the Communica- and State criminal and civil law relating to the Judiciary Committee. The rule also sexual exploitation of children or sex traf- tions Decency Act did not imagine that ficking, and for other purposes. The first provides for a motion to recommit. wicked men and women would turn reading of the bill shall be dispensed with. In addition to an amendment offered vulnerable young people into sexual All points of order against consideration of by the chairman of the Judiciary Com- commodities and then say, ‘‘Let’s pro- the bill are waived. General debate shall be mittee, the rule makes in order amend- tect those predators.’’ confined to the bill and shall not exceed one ments offered by Mrs. MIMI WALTERS of Mr. Speaker, no law condones such hour equally divided and controlled by the California and Ms. JACKSON LEE of sexual exploitation, and no law should chair and ranking minority member of the Texas. be manipulated to condone such abuse. Committee on the Judiciary. After general Yesterday, the Rules Committee re- debate the bill shall be considered for With the addition of Mrs. WALTERS’ amendment under the five-minute rule. It ceived testimony from numerous Mem- amendment, this legislation strikes the shall be in order to consider as an original bers, including Mr. MARINO, Ms. JACK- important balance of preserving sec- bill for the purpose of amendment under the SON LEE, and the legislation’s sponsor, tion 230 of the Communications De- five-minute rule the amendment in the na- Mrs. WAGNER. cency Act for law-abiding websites, ture of a substitute recommended by the In addition to consideration at the while ensuring that bad actors can no Committee on the Judiciary now printed in Rules Committee, the legislation was longer hide behind a misused statute. the bill. The committee amendment in the marked up at the House Judiciary This legislation will ensure that our nature of a substitute shall be considered as Committee last year. read. All points of order against the com- society continues to protect the inno- mittee amendment in the nature of a sub- Mr. Speaker, I cannot think of any cent and punish those who seek to prof- stitute are waived. No amendment to the crime more debased than when one per- it from their sexual enslavement. committee amendment in the nature of a son forces a fellow human being into Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of substitute shall be in order except those sexual slavery. my time.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:03 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K27FE7.016 H27FEPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with HOUSE H1278 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE February 27, 2018 Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I Mr. Speaker, it is so nice to see Mem- of prosecutors and the law enforcement thank the gentleman for yielding me bers of both parties from both sides of community to move this bill through the customary 30 minutes, and I yield the Capitol come together on this. committee and to get both FOSTA and myself such time as I may consume. Through collaboration, we have crafted the SESTA Walters amendment to the Mr. Speaker, too often, our laws a bill that does more than just update floor today. So I am very grateful for passed with the best of intentions fail a 20-year-old law. It fulfills our moral the many, many people who joined my to keep pace with technology, and that responsibility to protect the children crusade to restore justice to the brave is what we are seeing today with the that we represent. children, women, and men across our Communications Decency Act. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of country who have been sold online. The bill was passed in 1996 as Con- my time. I am grateful to Chairman GOOD- gress’ first attempt to regulate inap- Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- LATTE and his team for going the extra propriate material online. This law er, I yield such time as she may con- mile in helping us include a strong, prevented hosts and visitors of a sume to the gentlewoman from Mis- new crime that will enable prosecutors website from being treated as a pub- souri (Mrs. WAGNER), the sponsor of to better target online trafficking and lisher for legal purposes. It is what al- this legislation and a tireless advocate prostitution. I am grateful for the En- lowed classified websites like eBay to for this issue. ergy and Commerce Committee and flourish while being legally protected Mrs. WAGNER. Mr. Speaker, I thank House leadership and their willingness from third-party content posted on the gentleman for yielding time to me. to prioritize this issue. their sites. Mr. Speaker, I love this opportunity I must give a big thank-you to Ma- But 20 years is an eternity in the dig- to testify on the rule for H.R. 1865, the jority Leader MCCARTHY, our Whip ital age, and bad actor websites have Allow States and Victims to Fight On- SCALISE, and Speaker RYAN for leading created platforms designed to facilitate line Sex Trafficking Act, or FOSTA. the way in doing the right thing for illegalities like child prostitution and This legislation has been born, sadly, America’s children. sex trafficking, and they use provisions out of necessity, but has been truly a I am grateful for Senators PORTMAN in this law to shield them from any li- labor of love for me since I was first and BLUMENTHAL and Senators CORNYN ability. elected to Congress over 5 years ago. and MCCASKILL for carrying SESTA on One of the most notorious examples The bill is the result of meetings with their shoulders and advocating for a so- is online advertiser Backpage.com. trafficking survivors across the coun- lution that allows victims to access the Since 2011, more than 20 civil action try who have been victimized by the civil remedies that they deserve. I am lawsuits have been brought against online sex trade and unable to access grateful to each and every one of our this site for willingly facilitating sex 176 bipartisan cosponsors, many of trafficking and the prostitution of mi- either justice or relief in our court sys- whom personally stopped on the House nors. However, each time a legal action tems. floor to hear and express their concerns was brought against Backpage, Federal Today’s consideration of the bill is about victims of online sex trafficking. law shielded them from liability. an historic achievement, a long-await- Last year, The Washington Post re- ed clarification from this Congress that I especially want to mention Congress- ported that a contractor for this site the businesses that sell our children woman CAROLYN MALONEY and Con- was soliciting and creating sex-related online can no longer do so with impu- gresswoman JOYCE BEATTY who fought ads, despite Backpage’s repeated insist- nity. It is a clear statement that there the good fight on the other side of the ence that they had no role in the con- are serious legal consequences for aisle for what is truly a landmark, for tent of their ads. Backpage used long- websites that actively profit from the a bipartisan piece of legislation that is standing Federal protections under the exploitation of our most vulnerable. It going to save lives. Communications Decency Act to shield is a wake-up call to America’s judicial I am also so thankful for my dedi- itself from all liability. system, making clear that section 230 cated staff who have poured their In the Doe v. Backpage ruling by the of the Communications Decency Act hearts, their minds, and their lives into first circuit, the judges held that, even does not provide immunity to websites this fight in more ways than the public if Backpage had facilitated the crime that are actively engaged in modern- will ever know. of sex trafficking, this law shielded the day slavery. FOSTA, combined with the Walters amendment, which is SESTA, will pro- company from the claims that were b 1130 filed by the child victims. The first cir- vide better civil justice for victims, cuit recently reiterated that when it FOSTA is a recommitment to Ameri- more prosecutions of bad actor threw out yet another lawsuit against cans that Congress never intended to websites, more convictions, and more Backpage. The courts weren’t able to create a system that allows businesses predators behind bars. Because of this help these victims, instead, encour- to commit crimes online that they package, fewer businesses will ever aging them to pursue legislative could not commit offline. It is in many dare to enter the sex trade and fewer changes, and that brings us here today. ways just a simple statement of the ob- victims will be sold into modern-day H.R. 1865 finally creates a legislative vious: Congress does not believe—and sex slavery. solution to hold these bad actors ac- did not ever believe—that rape was a Last, but most importantly, I am in countable and allow the victims to perquisite of a free and open internet. awe of and grateful for the contribu- seek the damages that they deserve. It This bill is a promise to our State tions of the survivors in this fight to creates a new offense in the Federal and local law enforcement and prosecu- turn FOSTA and SESTA into law. It is code for websites that facilitate this tors. Congress is making it clear that heartbreaking to watch survivors criminal activity and gives, to prosecu- we believe in and support their mis- struggle to piece their lives back to- tors, the tools they need to hold the sions to protect our communities. gether alone while our justice system wrongdoers accountable. Combined with the Walters amend- shields the websites that sold them. The bill is a product of a lot of great ment, which reinstates victim-centered That is why I introduced this bill, and work, and I want to thank Congress- provisions from my original bill last that is why it must become law. woman WAGNER for introducing it. The April, this legislation is now a guar- I expect this piece of legislation to Rules Committee, last night, made in antee of the fundamental rights of the sail through the Senate and make its order an amendment from Congress- most vulnerable members of our soci- way to the President’s desk so that we woman WALTERS that substantially ety. It is a message to the children and can put those bad actor websites be- strengthens the legislation and has victims who have been robbed of their hind bars, deter others from entering Congresswoman WAGNER’s full support. basic dignities that Congress hears this ecosystem, and make sure that Its inclusion attached the text of bipar- them and is responding to the injus- there are rights and justice for our vic- tisan Senate language to drastically tices that they all have faced. tims. improve its implementation. This is It has not been an easy journey to Mr. Speaker, I thank the Chair and language that has the support of both get to this point, to find middle ground our colleagues because, when we vote the tech industry and the victims advo- with the tech industry and the victims’ today for FOSTA and the Walters cacy groups. advocates to incorporate the concerns amendment, our survivors will know

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Certainly family break- tweeted over the weekend: ‘‘Dems are tation? down has been a major factor—maybe no longer talking DACA.’’ Nearly 8 in 10 voters support allowing the major factor—in almost all serious Mr. Speaker, I beg to differ. Demo- Dreamers to remain permanently in crimes we have had through the years. crats are still urging our colleagues yet our country. In red States and blue But certainly another problem is again to act by helping us bring up the States, in Republican majority dis- that we have addicted our children to Dream Act for a vote on the House tricts and Democratic districts, over 80 the computers. Now, almost everyone floor. percent of Americans feel that these is addicted to computers, iPads, iPods, If we defeat the previous question, I young people should stay in our Na- and screens of all types. While some will offer an amendment to the rule to tion. Even three-quarters of Trump technology has been good, it has also bring up H.R. 3440, the Dream Act. This voters and only 14 percent believe that in some ways been very harmful to bipartisan, bicameral legislation would they should be forced out. Only 14 per- many in our society. help hundreds of thousands of young cent of our Nation feels that these In an article entitled ‘‘Have people who are American in every way young people should be kicked out, Smartphones Destroyed a Genera- except on paper. President Trump set thrown out in the cold—only 14 per- tion?,’’ psychologist Jean M. Twenge the official deadline for DACA to ex- cent. A very small minority of Ameri- wrote in the Atlantic magazine: ‘‘If pire on March 5, so we can’t afford to cans believe that that should be what you were going to give advice for a waste any more time, and Dreamers we do. happy adolescence based on this sur- should not be forced to live in fear any Ninety-one percent of DACA recipi- vey, it would be straightforward: Put longer. ents younger than 25 are employed. down the phone, turn off the laptop, Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous con- They are no burden on our economy. and do something—anything—that sent to insert the text of my amend- Those who are over 25 years old have does not involve a screen.’’ ment in the RECORD, along with extra- been employed at a rate of 93 percent. She wrote that too much time on the neous material, immediately prior to Ninety-three percent of DACA recipi- internet has caused teenagers to be the vote on the previous question. ents over 25 years old are working resi- more subject to mental problems of all The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there dents of our Nation with an average types, even depression and suicide. objection to the request of the gentle- earning of $36,000. While this advice pertains to teens, I woman from New York? Dreamers are students, teachers, think it really applies to everyone. There was no objection. healthcare workers, devoted members Even most adults today would be Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I of our communities, members of our healthier, both mentally and phys- yield 4 minutes to the gentleman from Armed Forces, and first responders. ically, if they spent less time staring New York (Mr. ESPAILLAT), to discuss That is who Dreamers are. They are at screens. our proposal. not a load on our country. As we saw in Today, technology has made many Mr. ESPAILLAT. Mr. Speaker, end- the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, it things easier, but, unfortunately, this ing DACA would be a nightmare for was a Dreamer who made food and vol- includes the crime of child sex traf- Dreamers. In fact, it would be a night- unteered to set up beds for thousands ficking. This is very important legisla- mare for businesses and a nightmare of Americans who were displaced. Jesus tion, very necessary at this time, and I for America’s economy. Contreras, a Dreamer and a paramedic, strongly encourage my colleagues to You would think that that statement worked as a first responder for 6 days support this bill. may have been said by the advocates straight after the hurricane. Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, may for immigration rights or maybe by Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to I inquire of my colleague if he has fur- some of the faith-based groups that vote against the previous question so ther speakers? support immigration. But it wasn’t. It that we can immediately bring the Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- was said by the U.S. Chamber of Com- Dream Act to the floor and stand with er, I have no further speakers, and I am merce, Mr. Speaker, and that is so be- our Nation’s Dreamers. prepared to close. cause DACA-eligible workers con- Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of tribute $1.4 billion in Federal taxes, $2 er, I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman my time. billion in Social Security taxes, and from Tennessee (Mr. DUNCAN). Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I $470 million in Medicare every single Mr. DUNCAN of Tennessee. Mr. yield myself such time as I may con- year. Speaker, I rise in strong support of sume. So this statement on its face we H.R. 1865, the Allow States and Victims Mr. Speaker, in closing, many of my would think was made by folks who to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act, colleagues today, as well as I, discussed have traditionally supported immigra- and the rule that brings this bill to the the need to protect America’s children. tion rights was made by the U.S. floor. I thank the gentleman from This bill is a great piece of that, and I Chamber of Commerce, the one entity Georgia for yielding me this time. I am very grateful to have it on the floor that is really concerned about eco- want to also commend the gentle- today. But there is more that we can nomic growth, job creation, and the woman from Missouri for introducing do. It must include acting to curb the well-being of our economy. this very important legislation. Nation’s gun violence epidemic. Ranking Member NYDIA VELA´ ZQUEZ’s According to the Department of Jus- Every day in America, 91 people are report on the impact of DACA on small tice, more than half of sex trafficking killed by a gun. Since Sandy Hook, businesses found that deporting victims are 17 years old or younger. Ac- there have been close to 1,000 mass Dreamers will cost $60 billion and re- cording to the National Center for shootings. A mass shooting is one duce economic growth by $280 billion, Missing and Exploited Children, there where three or more people have lost including $460 billion in economic out- was an astounding 846 percent increase their lives. Imagine that, thousands of put over a decade. So this is the dra- from 2010 to 2015 in reports of suspected them. Our Nation is still mourning the matic impact that not resolving DACA child sex trafficking. They found this loss of 17 lives just last week when a and not bringing help to the Dreamers to be ‘‘directly correlated to the in- gunman using an AR–15-style rifle will have on our Nation. creased use of the internet to sell chil- opened fire at Marjory Stoneman Mr. Speaker, when we look into the dren for sex.’’ Douglas High School in Parkland, Flor- eyes of these Dreamers, we just can’t This is something I have been con- ida. That gun is a weapon of war and say no to them. You can’t say no to a cerned about for a long time. Before I should only be in the hands of the mili- young person full of aspirations, full of came to Congress, I was a criminal tary and never on the streets of the dreams, and still full of so much hope court judge for 71⁄2 years trying felony United States.

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Immediately upon adoption of this resolution the Speaker shall, pursuant to the rule because the majority Member con- mentary school in Sandy Hook, Con- clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House trolling the time will not yield for the pur- necticut. resolved into the Committee of the Whole pose of offering an amendment, the same re- They were prohibited under the as- House on the state of the Union for consider- sult may be achieved by voting down the pre- sault weapons ban that Congress let ex- ation of the bill (H.R. 3440) to authorize the vious question on the rule. . . . When the pire in 2004. I was here when we estab- cancellation of removal and adjustment of motion for the previous question is defeated, lished that ban, and we saw a great de- status of certain individuals who are long- control of the time passes to the Member term United States residents and who en- who led the opposition to ordering the pre- crease in gun deaths from that. So they vious question. That Member, because he should be prohibited today and not in tered the United States as children and for other purposes. The first reading of the bill then controls the time, may offer an amend- the hands of people who simply want to shall be dispensed with. All points of order ment to the rule, or yield for the purpose of kill the most people they can in the against consideration of the bill are waived. amendment.’’ shortest time. General debate shall be confined to the bill In Deschler’s Procedure in the U.S. House Why would we allow an insanity like and shall not exceed one hour equally di- of Representatives, the subchapter titled that? vided and controlled by the chair and rank- ‘‘Amending Special Rules’’ states: ‘‘a refusal to order the previous question on such a rule So I was pleased to cosponsor legisla- ing minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary. After general debate the bill [a special rule reported from the Committee tion this week to re-implement the as- on Rules] opens the resolution to amend- sault weapons ban. shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. All points of order against ment and further debate.’’ (Chapter 21, sec- b 1145 provisions in the bill are waived. At the con- tion 21.2) Section 21.3 continues: ‘‘Upon re- jection of the motion for the previous ques- The students of Marjory Stoneman clusion of consideration of the bill for amendment the Committee shall rise and re- tion on a resolution reported from the Com- Douglas High School are inspiring the port the bill to the House with such amend- mittee on Rules, control shifts to the Mem- entire Nation to push Congress to do ments as may have been adopted. The pre- ber leading the opposition to the previous our job and to act on gun violence. vious question shall be considered as ordered question, who may offer a proper amendment I will tell you that I understand the on the bill and amendments thereto to final or motion and who controls the time for de- passage without intervening motion except bate thereon.’’ pain that everybody feels from all of Clearly, the vote on the previous question one motion to recommit with or without in- this, but we can’t maintain it. We go on a rule does have substantive policy impli- structions. If the Committee of the Whole from one to the other, as though noth- cations. It is one of the only available tools rises and reports that it has come to no reso- ing had ever happened before. for those who oppose the Republican major- lution on the bill, then on the next legisla- But we have to also do what the NRA ity’s agenda and allows those with alter- tive day the House shall, immediately after native views the opportunity to offer an al- has forbidden us from doing, which is the third daily order of business under clause ternative plan. to have gun research at the Commu- 1 of rule XIV, resolve into the Committee of nicable Disease Center. That certainly the Whole for further consideration of the Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- should be lifted, as well. bill. er, I yield back the balance of my time, We certainly should expand and SEC. 3. Clause 1(c) of rule XIX shall not and I move the previous question on strengthen the background check sys- apply to the consideration of H.R. 3440. the resolution. tem. Keeping people on the terrorist The SPEAKER pro tempore. The THE VOTE ON THE PREVIOUS QUESTION: WHAT watch list and the no-fly list from question is on ordering the previous IT REALLY MEANS being able to purchase firearms and ex- question. This vote, the vote on whether to order the The question was taken; and the plosives seems to me to be a no- previous question on a special rule, is not brainer, but we won’t even do that. Speaker pro tempore announced that merely a procedural vote. A vote against or- the ayes appeared to have it. And, yes, reinstating that weapons ban dering the previous question is a vote Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, on again, I think, is critically important. against the Republican majority agenda and Perhaps the voices of those injured a vote to allow the Democratic minority to that I demand the yeas and nays. The yeas and nays were ordered. and grieving children can break the offer an alternative plan. It is a vote about what the House should be debating. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- gun lobby’s stranglehold on Congress. I ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- hope so. The majority should heed Mr. Clarence Cannon’s Precedents of the House of Representatives (VI, 308–311), de- ceedings on this question will be post- their call because we, as Members of scribes the vote on the previous question on poned. Congress, are in a unique position. Un- the rule as ‘‘a motion to direct or control the f like the clergy or grief counselors or consideration of the subject before the House elected officials, we can actually do being made by the Member in charge.’’ To PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION something to combat this violence. It defeat the previous question is to give the OF H.R. 4296, OPERATIONAL RISK certainly is, Mr. Speaker, past time opposition a chance to decide the subject be- CAPITAL REQUIREMENTS FOR that we do. fore the House. Cannon cites the Speaker’s BANKING ORGANIZATIONS, AND Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance ruling of January 13, 1920, to the effect that PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION ‘‘the refusal of the House to sustain the de- of my time. mand for the previous question passes the OF H.R. 4607, COMPREHENSIVE Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- control of the resolution to the opposition’’ REGULATORY REVIEW ACT er, I yield myself the balance of my in order to offer an amendment. On March Mr. BUCK. Mr. Speaker, by direction time. 15, 1909, a member of the majority party of- of the Committee on Rules, I call up Mr. Speaker, as a member of the Ju- fered a rule resolution. The House defeated House Resolution 747 and ask for its diciary Committee, I am proud to sup- the previous question and a member of the immediate consideration. port H.R. 1865, the Allow States and opposition rose to a parliamentary inquiry, The Clerk read the resolution, as fol- Victims to Fight Online Sex Traf- asking who was entitled to recognition. Speaker Joseph G. Cannon (R–Illinois) said: lows: ficking Act of 2017. ‘‘The previous question having been refused, H. RES. 747 This legislation will prevent websites the gentleman from New York, Mr. Fitz- Resolved, That upon adoption of this reso- like Backpage from hiding behind sec- gerald, who had asked the gentleman to lution it shall be in order to consider in the tion 230 of the Communications De- yield to him for an amendment, is entitled to House the bill (H.R. 4296) to place require- cency Act while simultaneously em- the first recognition.’’ ments on operational risk capital require- powering law enforcement, State attor- The Republican majority may say ‘‘the ments for banking organizations established neys general, and victims to fight vote on the previous question is simply a by an appropriate Federal banking agency. against the sex trade and its predators. vote on whether to proceed to an immediate All points of order against consideration of vote on adopting the resolution. . . . [and] the bill are waived. In lieu of the amendment I look forward to supporting this rule has no substantive legislative or policy im- in the nature of a substitute recommended and the underlying bill. plications whatsoever.’’ But that is not what by the Committee on Financial Services now The material previously referred to they have always said. Listen to the Repub- printed in the bill, an amendment in the na- by Ms. SLAUGHTER is as follows: lican Leadership Manual on the Legislative ture of a substitute consisting of the text of

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The previous question shall be Since 2016, our growth has begun to the House floor and to shut down the considered as ordered on the bill, as amend- fall off considerably. When The Denver ability of Members to offer additional ed, and on any further amendment thereto, Post researched why a State with a amendments. This is just bad legis- to final passage without intervening motion high quality of life and decades more lating, plain and simple. except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided growth potential had a dramatically I hope that if November turns out the and controlled by the chair and ranking mi- slowing growth rate, they found that a way I hope it does and we have a nority member of the Committee on Finan- substantial part of it had to do with cial Services; and (2) one motion to recom- change in leadership in Congress, when rising housing costs. Democrats are in charge, we run this mit with or without instructions. We must reconsider our Washington- SEC. 2. place like professionals, like adults, Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be knows-best regulatory approach. We where we respect all points of view, in order to consider in the House the bill here in Washington can’t possibly where we go back to regular order, (H.R. 4607) to amend the Economic Growth know what is the best for a potential when we say we are going to go back to and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act of home buyer in Trinidad or Las Animas regular order, we mean it. 1996 to ensure that Federal financial regu- or Fort Morgan or Greeley or Castle lators perform a comprehensive review of Why are we doing all of this, Mr. Rock, Colorado. Speaker? What is possibly so urgent regulations to identify outdated or otherwise I, for one, am tired of the arrogance that we have to throw regular order unnecessary regulatory requirements im- of Washington telling us in eastern posed on covered persons, and for other pur- out the window? Colorado which banks we can and can’t poses. All points of order against consider- Today, we are considering another ation of the bill are waived. An amendment use to finance our mortgages. It is time two pieces of deregulatory legislation that we bring financial accountability in the nature of a substitute consisting of that will benefit big banks at the ex- to the place that needs it most: Wash- the text of Rules Committee Print 115-61, pense of financial stability to our econ- modified by the amendment printed in part ington. omy and consumer protections that B of the report of the Committee on Rules That is what these two financial bills accompanying this resolution, shall be con- do. They return power to the American help everyday families. H.R. 4607 would create a lopsided ap- sidered as adopted. The bill, as amended, people. They reduce unnecessary regu- proach to implementing regulations shall be considered as read. All points of lations on small community banks and order against provisions in the bill, as that force agencies to consider the cost credit unions, thereby freeing up cap- amended, are waived. The previous question of regulations on bankers without con- ital that small businesses and employ- shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as sidering the benefit to consumers. H.R. ers can access to create new jobs. They amended, and on any further amendment 4296 would undermine the ability of make commonsense changes to Federal thereto, to final passage without intervening regulators to establish operational risk motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally laws so that regulators have to rou- capital requirements to protect our divided and controlled by the chair and rank- tinely review their regulations to en- economy from another crisis. ing minority member of the Committee on sure that the regulations are not over- Mr. Speaker, this is unacceptable. Financial Services; and (2) one motion to re- ly burdensome. commit with or without instructions. Eastern Coloradans are frustrated Our constituents expect Congress to The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- with the Washington-knows-best put them first, not the big banks, espe- tleman from Colorado is recognized for mindset of their government, and I am cially the big banks that wrecked our 1 hour. listening to them. economy and endangered the life sav- Mr. BUCK. Mr. Speaker, for the pur- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of ings of millions of families. We owe it pose of debate only, I yield the cus- my time. to them to bring to the floor legisla- tomary 30 minutes to the gentleman Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I yield tion that will help their lives and make from Massachusetts (Mr. MCGOVERN), myself such time as I may consume. our country better. But, sadly, Mr. pending which I yield myself such time (Mr. MCGOVERN asked and was Speaker, this Congress has failed to act as I may consume. During consider- given permission to revise and extend on meaningful legislation that will do ation of this resolution, all time yield- his remarks.) anything like that. ed is for the purpose of debate only. Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I Mr. Speaker, today marks nearly 2 GENERAL LEAVE thank the gentleman from Colorado weeks since 17 people, including 14 stu- Mr. BUCK. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- (Mr. BUCK) for yielding me the cus- dents, were gunned down at Marjory mous consent that all Members may tomary 30 minutes. Stoneman Douglas High School in have 5 legislative days to revise and ex- Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to Parkland, Florida. This was one of the tend their remarks. this resolution, which provides for the worst shootings our country has ever The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there consideration of two bills from the seen. It was the eighth school shooting objection to the request of the gen- House Financial Services Committee— this year, and it is only February. tleman from Colorado? H.R. 4607, the Comprehensive Regu- Yet Republicans in Congress have not There was no objection. latory Review Act, and H.R. 4296, legis- lifted a finger to take up bipartisan Mr. BUCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today lation to undercut operational risk gun reform legislation that would help in support of the rule and the under- capital requirements—under a com- to prevent shootings like these and lying legislation. pletely closed process. protect our kids. Instead, we are here Just 3 weeks ago, we hosted a small These are the 66th and 67th closed considering a bill that will only help lender in my district office who was rules of this Congress, Mr. Speaker. I the already rich and powerful. being hindered in his efforts to serve am deeply concerned with the Repub- This is shameful. It is absolutely home buyers in eastern Colorado. Why? lican leadership’s total lack of consid- shameful, Mr. Speaker. Washington, in its unyielding effort to eration for regular order. According to the Gun Violence Ar- regulate every decision of Americans, For all intents and purposes, regular chive, a nonprofit that monitors gun lumped this lender into a broader regu- order is dead in this Congress. We con- violence, since 2014, there have been lation that came out of the housing sider one closed rule after another over 1,360 mass shootings in America. crisis 10 years ago. This isn’t some the- after another after another, and Repub- In 2018 alone, less than 2 months, there oretical exercise. These regulations licans routinely rush bills to the floor have been over 400 teens aged 12 have real impact on Coloradans. without even holding hearings on the through 17 and 90 children under the The last time I was on the floor de- underlying legislation to help Members age of 11 killed or injured by guns. bating these issues, I discussed the af- better understand the impacts of these Yet the majority in this House even fordable housing situation in Colorado. bills and to benefit from expert wit- refuses to bring to the floor legislation Without completely recounting that nesses. banning bump stocks, a reform agreed

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Before the lives that were lost are Shame on this Congress, Mr. Speaker, President Trump: ‘‘I will be strongly never forgotten or regarded as yesterday’s shame on all of us. pushing comprehensive background news. The time to talk about gun-control is Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of checks with an emphasis on mental now. It is not next decade or next year or my time. health. Raise age to 21 and end sale of even next week. It is now. Now is the time to Mr. BUCK. Mr. Speaker, I yield 5 bump stocks. Congress is in a mood to strengthen the process involved in con- minutes to the gentleman from Geor- ducting a complete background check and finally do something on this issue—I gia (Mr. LOUDERMILK), a member of the lengthen the waiting period required in order hope.’’ to receive a firearm. Please stand with us Financial Institutions and Consumer Now, it is true that we have a Presi- and all of the of the students and children in Credit Subcommittee. dent who is so erratic that he changes our nation. Stand with all of the families of Mr. LOUDERMILK. Mr. Speaker, I his mind from one hour to the next, the victims. Stand with the tremendously thank my friend and colleague from but so far, I haven’t seen a retraction brave people who lived through these terri- Colorado for yielding me this time to tweet. So I have every reason to be- fying events. Stand with the heroes who speak on this rule. lieve he is still standing by his com- saved countless lives, and ended up losing I have to admit, I was a little con- mitment to supporting these modest their own. Our country is no longer safe. Not fused when I walked in, based on what gun safety reforms. in school, church, concerts, parties, or even I was hearing on the other side, of what Yet here we are, just days after this public meeting areas. Please choose to do something. All of our lives depend on your bill we were actually discussing. And horrific mass shooting, and not one actions and support. let me just say this, Mr. Speaker, be- single gun reform or gun safety bill is Sincerely, fore I get into why I am rising today in being voted on or even scheduled for a STUDENTS AT AMHERST REGIONAL support of these important bills that vote. I am furious that, in the face of MIDDLE SCHOOL. have bipartisan support. such tragedy and such senseless vio- Being someone who has been on the b 1200 lence, this Congress continues to do receiving end of being shot at, we have nothing—not a thing—to protect our Mr. MCGOVERN. I cannot say it bet- to focus on how do we make our chil- kids and our families and our commu- ter than these students, Mr. Speaker. dren safe. I think everybody in this nities. These are young people writing to Con- Chamber is deeply, deeply concerned Students from Amherst Regional gress begging us to do something to on that. We have to assume the next Middle School in my district in Massa- end the violence. They are young peo- shooter is there and he already has a chusetts sent me a letter last week ple who want a better future. weapon, and the actions that we take that every Republican in Congress I would just ask my Republican must be focused clearly on how do we should read. friends: Are you so beholden to the Na- make these children safe. I don’t think They write: ‘‘Seventeen innocent tional Rifle Association that you could there is any person in this Chamber people lost their lives. . . . That scares possibly turn your backs on our coun- who would disagree with that, and es- us. It scares us that kids have to go to try’s young people? Can you really ig- pecially, I know, on our side of the school wondering if they are next. That nore these heartbreaking pleas for ac- aisle, so we are committed to that. we even have to think that the next tion? But today, we are here speaking on a time we see some of our classmates or You know, a recent poll showed that rule that is very important for two teachers may be in their open caskets. 80 percent of Americans support bans substantive bills that we are bringing And what scares us most of all, is that on assault-style weapons like the one up, and I rise in support of not only my our government fails to do anything to used in the Florida school shooting and bill, the Comprehensive Regulatory Re- change this.’’ 90 percent support tougher background view Act, but also my colleague, Mr. They continue: ‘‘They are gone be- checks. These are commonsense re- LUETKEMEYER’s bill, which we are also cause our country doesn’t care enough forms that have overwhelming support discussing here. to have better gun control, and we will from the American people. This should This week, the House is continuing not stop fighting until they get their be a bipartisan issue that we could to take up strongly bipartisan bills justice. . . . We’re writing this letter come together on. from the Financial Services Com- because we want to personally ask each But I would say, even if you don’t mittee. The committee has passed, so and every one of our politicians: How want to support what I think is com- far, Mr. Speaker, 91 bills in this Con- many more killings must we bear be- monsense legislation and commonsense gress, and we have taken our remark- fore the laws are changed. . . . Our reform, understand that the majority able productivity to the floor by pass- country is no longer safe. Not in of the people in this country do support ing 36 bills out of this Chamber, and six school, church, concerts, parties, or this and at least bring these bills to of them have been signed into law. even public meeting areas. Please the floor so that we could have a de- My bill, which we are beginning to choose to do something. All of our lives bate, and then people can vote however debate here today, is another strongly depend on your actions.’’ they want to vote. bipartisan bill which will provide regu- Mr. Speaker, I include in the RECORD So I urge my colleagues to oppose latory relief for financial institutions the letter written by these students. this rule and these terrible bills that and increase access to capital and cred- DEAR CONGRESSMAN MCGOVERN: Seventeen help big banks, put consumers in our it for businesses and consumers. innocent people lost their lives on February country at risk, and do absolutely Mr. Speaker, there is a historical 14th, 2018. That scares us. It scares us that nothing to address the real priorities trend for the government to overregu- kids have to go to school wondering if they are next. That we even have to think that that we should be tackling. It is long late after an economic recession. The the next time we see some of our classmates past time for Congress to finally do recovery from the financial crisis of or teachers may be in their open caskets. something to stop these horrific mass 2008 to 2009 was weak and slow for And what scares us most of all, is that our shootings that are taking the lives of many reasons, not least of which was government fails to do anything to change our kids and our families. overregulation of the financial sector this. Please don’t forget. About the pain and Mr. Speaker, we could just have eas- by the Dodd-Frank Act and the pre- suffering of all the families and the victims. ily spent this afternoon debating and vious administration. About the children fearing that their school approving one, or more, of any of the Some would argue that there is also is next. About all of the lives that will never be lived. They are gone because our country gun safety and gun reform measures a trend to underregulate during good doesn’t care enough to have better gun con- that have bipartisan support. We could economic times like we are living in trol, and we will not stop fighting until they have shown high school and elemen- now. Some say that the regulatory re- get their justice. And that’s why we wrote tary students, our children, Mr. Speak- lief legislation that we passed out of

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In other than two-thirds of the committee ing to a CNN poll from yesterday, over words, these bills do not gut or elimi- members, including all Republicans 70 percent are in favor of stricter gun nate regulation. They right-size regula- and eight Democrats. I urge my col- control laws generally. tion and make it more efficient. leagues to support the rule and the un- The American people are clamoring Back in 1996, Congress did a good derlying bills. for action on this issue, and we have thing by passing the Economic Growth Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I yield yet to do anything about it, not one and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction myself such time as I may consume. thing. As I mentioned, all of our time Act, or as we call it, EGRPRA. Mr. Speaker, with all due respect to has been spent mostly on legislation to EGRPRA requires the banking regu- my colleagues, I mean, let’s be honest, help the well-off and the powerful in latory agencies to go back once every the two bills that we are debating this country. We have not spent any 10 years—that is, once a decade—and today are ‘‘nothing burgers.’’ I mean, time at all talking about this issue of review their regulations to identify you know, I just figured this out. In guns, which are killing our kids. But those that may be outdated, unneces- the Rules Committee, we have spent today, my Republican colleagues have sary, or overly burdensome, and then 43—43 percent of the bills that have an opportunity to put the safety of our they are to send a report to Congress. come before the Rules Committee have children over the power of the gun It also requires the agencies to elimi- been financial service-related bills, lobby. nate regulations if they determine they mostly to undercut Dodd-Frank and to Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to are inappropriate. reward big banks and powerful special defeat the previous question, and if we Make no mistake, EGRPRA was a interests. defeat the previous question, I will good idea back in 1996, and it is a very But, you know, we could debate that, offer an amendment to the rule to valuable tool, but far too often but no matter what you think about bring up three commonsense gun safety EGRPRA regulatory reviews have been some of this legislation, most of it, I bills: H.R. 4240, the Public Safety and viewed as merely a check-the-box exer- think, has been either, you know, de- Second Amendment Rights Protection cise by these agencies and in the finan- structive to our economy or it doesn’t Act; H.R. 3464, the Background Check cial sector. Many believe the two add up to very much of anything. But Completion Act; and H.R. 2598, the Gun EGRPRA reports, which were released no matter what you think about it— Violence Restraining Order Act. in 2007 and then a decade later in 2017, and we could say that banking issues These bills would close the dangerous were lackluster and could have pro- are important—they are not as impor- gun show and internet sale background duced more useful recommendations to tant as protecting our kids. check loopholes, prevent the sale of policymakers; and under the current I mean, 43 percent of the bills that guns without a completed background EGRPRA law, it will be another decade have come before the Rules Committee check, and ensure that people who are before we could actually look at those have basically been attempts to reward a danger to themselves or others can be regulations again. big corporations and big financial in- prevented from purchasing or pos- EGRPRA could also result in more stitutions in this country. We have sessing a gun. action from the regulators to clean up spent zero time, zero percent of our Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous con- outdated and unnecessary rules. That time, discussing legislation to ban sent to insert the text of my amend- is why it is important for Congress to bump stocks. We have spent zero per- ment in the RECORD, along with extra- revisit EGRPRA and to revitalize this cent of our time in the Rules Com- neous material, immediately prior to law. mittee considering legislation to the vote on the previous question. My bill contains several reforms to strengthen and expand universal back- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there the EGRPRA review process that will ground checks. We have spent zero per- objection to the request of the gen- breathe new life into the law and make cent of the time debating a bill to ban tleman from Massachusetts? sure it is not simply a check-the-box assault weapons. We have spent zero There was no objection. exercise for regulators. This bill will percent of our time discussing how we Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I yield require more frequent regulatory re- can restrict high-capacity magazines. 3 minutes to the gentleman from Cali- views by moving the review cycle from I can go on and on and on. We spent fornia (Mr. THOMPSON) to discuss our 10 to 7 years. It will expand EGRPRA zero percent of our time on the issue of proposal. to include all regulated financial insti- guns, notwithstanding that we are see- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. tutions instead of only the insured de- ing massacres occur on a regular basis Speaker, I thank the gentleman for pository institutions. It will expand in this country. There is something yielding, and I ask my good friend from EGRPRA to include the CFPB, and the wrong here, and, I mean, we have the Massachusetts, in the revision of his bill will also codify the National Credit time; and if this were a priority, we remarks, if he wouldn’t just clear up Union Administration into EGRPRA, would be talking about some of this one point. He had mentioned that this since the NCUA participated in the lat- commonsense gun legislation today Congress has not done anything in re- est review voluntarily. rather than, as I said, these ‘‘nothing gard to gun violence prevention, and The bill will also require the CFPB to burgers’’ that are now before us. while true, it is not completely accu- use its findings from its Dodd-Frank Mr. Speaker, less than 2 weeks ago, a rate. regulatory reviews and its EGRPRA re- gunman walked into a school in Park- The fact of the matter is, this Con- ports so the CFPB does not waste time land, Florida, and gunned down 17 stu- gress is controlled by the Republican on rules it has already reviewed. And dents and teachers. Unfortunately, Party. The Republican Party deter- most importantly, this bill will require senseless acts of violence like that one mines what bills go for a hearing, what the agencies to tailor rules they find to are far too common. According to bills come up for a vote. So the fact is, be unnecessary, outdated, or overly Everytown for Gun Safety, every day, this is a Republican problem. They are burdensome based on the size and risk 96 Americans are killed with guns; and the ones that are stopping common- profile of the bank or credit union— every year, there are 13,000 gun homi- sense gun violence prevention legisla- that is, the regulators making the de- cides in the United States. tion from coming up for a vote to make termination, not the banks and not the With this most recent tragedy in the American people more safe. institutions. Parkland, Americans have stood up Mr. Speaker, there are many impor- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. and said: Enough is enough. We have tant bills that this House could be con- ROGERS of Alabama). The time of the all been inspired by these eloquent and sidering, but none more important gentleman has expired. passionate voices of these young stu- than legislation that would save lives

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As a former regu- Members of Congress and Members of buying a gun. lator, I can tell you that it is impor- the Senate, begging us to do some- Unfortunately, those folks who were tant to have adequate capital to regard thing. And what are we going to con- blocked from buying a gun from a li- against loss. But there is a sweet spot sider is the Comprehensive Regulatory censed dealer can go around the block, that needs to be attained, and regu- Review Act, and then we are going to around the corner, or down the street lators can do that if you have proper consider the operational risk capital to a gun show or to an online site and regulation in place. requirements for banking organiza- get a gun, oftentimes the same gun, What this bill does is amend the tions. without having to go through a back- method by which the reserve capital is I did a couple of townhall meetings ground check. calculated by focusing standards based over the weekend, and I can tell my There is a reason that 97 percent of on an organization’s current business colleagues truthfully that nobody in Americans want to expand and activities. This approach offers a better the audience asked a question about strengthen our background check sys- assessment of the amount of capital the operational risk capital require- tem. Even the President has come out that should be held to withstand any ments for banking organizations. Nor and said that he is in support of this. I future crisis. did they bring up the need for us to can’t think of many things that Ameri- The methods-based approach pro- rush ahead and pass the Comprehensive cans agree on 90 percent of the time, posed in H.R. 4296 properly calibrates Regulatory Review Act, but they did but they do so on background checks. operational capital requirements. It ask what we are doing to protect their We have a bipartisan bill ready to go. maintains strong and healthy financial kids and to protect our schools. H.R. 4240, both Democrats and Repub- institutions, while unshackling billions We are living in a time when parents licans coauthoring that bill, the Public of dollars for lending purposes. have to wonder when they send their Safety and Second Amendment Rights The second bill we are discussing kids to school in the morning whether Protection Act, would help get more here today provides another oppor- they will come back alive. We are liv- records into the NICS system and tunity to advance a more practical ap- ing in a time when going to the movie would expand background checks to all proach to regulation. H.R. 4607, the theater is a risk, when going to a con- commercial sales. Comprehensive Regulatory Review Act, cert is a risk, or when going to church sponsored by Mr. LOUDERMILK from is a risk. This is unacceptable, and peo- b 1215 Georgia, offers a holistic approach to ple have had it. We shouldn’t have to wait for an- U.S. prudential financial regulation. I would say to my colleagues who are other mass shooting, and we shouldn’t This bill requires all Federal finan- beholden to the National Rifle Associa- have to wait for the 44th moment of si- cial agencies, including the CFPB and tion: I get it. If you don’t want to stand lence. Let’s act now. Oppose the pre- National Credit Union Association, to up to them, that is fine, but don’t vious question and give us a vote on participate in the Economic Growth stand in the way of this House having H.R. 4240. and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction a debate on these issues and having a How many more people have to die Act’s, or EGRPRA, comprehensive re- vote. Let the American people see before Members of this body will mus- view of rules and regulations. The pur- where everybody stands, Democrats ter the courage to bring background pose of the review is to ensure that reg- and Republicans alike. check legislation that will help to the ulation is not overly burdensome, du- It is unbelievable to me, in the after- floor of this House for a vote? plicative, or outdated, while maintain- math of this tragedy, that we are here Mr. BUCK. Mr. Speaker, I yield 5 ing standards to promote safety and talking about the operational risk cap- minutes to the gentleman from Mis- soundness. ital requirements for banking organiza- souri (Mr. LUETKEMEYER), the chair- Additionally, H.R. 4607 requires the tions, when we should be talking about man of the Financial Institutions and agencies to meet every 7 years for a strengthening our background checks Consumer Credit Subcommittee. comprehensive regulatory evaluation, and expanding our background checks; Mr. LUETKEMEYER. Mr. Speaker, I as opposed to the current 10-year cycle when we should be talking about ban- thank the gentleman for yielding. in statute. ning bump stocks; when we should be Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the I am hard pressed to think of a less talking about dealing with high-capac- combined rule for H.R. 4296, my bill controversial bill than this one. Re- ity magazines; and when we should be that addresses difficulties with oper- quiring regulators to review the impact talking about banning assault weap- ational risk capital requirements im- of their actions on a more frequent ons. posed on financial institutions, and basis is a simple and straightforward People don’t have to vote for those H.R. 4607, the Comprehensive Regu- way to improve efficiency. things if they don’t want to, but I latory Review Act. Both of these bills H.R. 4296 and H.R. 4607 have garnered think that is what the American people are commonsense reforms to regulation bipartisan support, Mr. Speaker, be- want. You see it in the polling data. I that will improve the efficiency of our cause they are practical solutions that am hearing it when I go home and I financial system. My legislation, H.R. will properly guide supervisors to en- talk in townhalls. 4296, will replace misguided capital force more effective regulation. The re- People are just frustrated that we are standards imposed by the international sult of these modest bills will be the doing nothing. We hold moments of si- standard setters, the Basel Committee. promotion of a vibrant and open econ- lence, and that is about it. I think The Basel Committee requires U.S. omy that works for the American peo- some in the NRA are hoping that this institutions to hold excessive capital ple. is kind of business as usual. That we based on a ‘‘look back’’ approach of an Mr. Speaker, I hope my colleagues will have this terrible tragedy, then, as organization’s risks, previous earnings, will join me in supporting this rule and time goes on, people will focus less and and other provisions that provide no the underlying bills. less on it, the media will focus less and indication of future risks. The method- Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I yield less on it, and then we will just kind of ology employed by this international myself the balance of my time to close. move on. body has forced our banks to hold hun- Mr. Speaker, I want to repeat what I I remember, in the aftermath of the dreds of billions of dollars in reserve said at the outset. The rule we are con- Las Vegas shooting, there was talk rather than putting the money to work sidering would make in order two Fi- about banning bump stocks. The Presi- in the form of loans and investments. nancial Services bills that I think dent said he thought that was a good That is money that could be used to amount to ‘‘nothing burgers,’’ espe- idea. Even the NRA did. Time went on, fund mortgage loans, car loans, and cially when compared to what we the focus went off of what happened in

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Committee of the Whole rises and reports This is another closed rule that I thank Chairman HENSARLING for his that it has come to no resolution on the bill, makes a mockery of regular order. But leadership on the Financial CHOICE then on the next legislative day the House what is even more disturbing to me is Act and these bills. I hope that he will shall, immediately after the third daily that we are prioritizing banking issues remain engaged in this effort as he order of business under clause 1 of rule XIV, resolve into the Committee of the Whole for over protecting our kids and our fami- commences the next chapter in his life further consideration of the bill. lies, and I just find that unconscion- at the end of this Congress. SEC. 5. Immediately after disposition of able. I thank Chairman SESSIONS for his H.R. 3464 the Speaker shall, pursuant to I think the anger in this country is leadership in bringing this debate to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House just growing more and more and more. the floor today. resolved into the Committee of the Whole I have great hope that these young We must never yield in putting House on the state of the Union for consider- voices, not just those from Parkland, ation of the bill (H.R. 2598) to provide family Americans first in our public policy. members of an individual who they fear is a Florida, but high school students all Mr. Speaker, I urge passage of the danger to himself, herself, or others new across this country, who want a future rule and the underlying bill. tools to prevent gun violence. The first read- where they don’t have to worry about The material previously referred to ing of the bill shall be dispensed with. All going to school, their voices are get- by Mr. MCGOVERN is as follows: points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. General debate shall be con- ting louder and louder and louder, and AN AMENDMENT TO H. RES. 747 OFFERED BY fined to the bill and shall not exceed one they are not going to cave and they are MR. MCGOVERN going to demand change. It is their fu- hour equally divided and controlled by the At the end of the resolution, add the fol- chair and ranking minority member of the ture, and they want us to give them a lowing new sections: Committee on the Judiciary. After general future where they feel safer and more SEC. 3. That immediately upon adoption of debate the bill shall be considered for protected. this resolution the Speaker shall, pursuant amendment under the five-minute rule. All Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the points of order against provisions in the bill defeat the previous question so that we House resolved into the Committee of the are waived. At the conclusion of consider- can bring up some commonsense gun Whole House on the state of the Union for ation of the bill for amendment the Com- consideration of the bill (H.R. 4240) to pro- mittee shall rise and report the bill to the safety legislation. Again, if you don’t tect Second Amendment rights, ensure that want to vote for it, you can vote ‘‘no,’’ House with such amendments as may have all individuals who should be prohibited been adopted. The previous question shall be but we have to have the debate. from buying a firearm are listed in the Na- considered as ordered on the bill and amend- I think that is what is particularly tional Instant Criminal Background Check ments thereto to final passage without inter- insulting to so many people across this System, and provide a responsible and con- vening motion except one motion to recom- country who are frustrated with this sistent background check process. The first mit with or without instructions. If the House when it comes to gun safety leg- reading of the bill shall be dispensed with. Committee of the Whole rises and reports islation, is that we don’t even have the All points of order against consideration of that it has come to no resolution on the bill, the bill are waived. General debate shall be then on the next legislative day the House guts to have a debate. We don’t even confined to the bill and shall not exceed one bring it up. It is not a priority. I think shall, immediately after the third daily hour equally divided and controlled by the order of business under clause 1 of rule XIV, we have an opportunity now, if we de- chair and ranking minority member of the resolve into the Committee of the Whole for feat the previous question, to make it Committee on the Judiciary. After general further consideration of the bill. a priority. debate the bill shall be considered for SEC. 6. Clause 1(c) of rule XIX shall not Mr. Speaker, I urge a ‘‘no’’ vote on amendment under the five-minute rule. All apply to the consideration of H.R. 4240, H.R. the previous question, a ‘‘no’’ vote on points of order against provisions in the bill 3464, or H.R. 2598. the rule, and I yield back the balance are waived. At the conclusion of consider- THE VOTE ON THE PREVIOUS QUESTION: WHAT of my time. ation of the bill for amendment the Com- mittee shall rise and report the bill to the IT REALLY MEANS Mr. BUCK. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- House with such amendments as may have This vote, the vote on whether to order the self such time as I may consume. been adopted. The previous question shall be previous question on a special rule, is not Mr. Speaker, I want to close debate considered as ordered on the bill and amend- merely a procedural vote. A vote against or- by reviewing a few basic truths. ments thereto to final passage without inter- dering the previous question is a vote In the aftermath of the financial vening motion except one motion to recom- against the Republican majority agenda and meltdown last decade, Washington em- mit with or without instructions. If the a vote to allow the Democratic minority to barked on a campaign to reduce the Committee of the Whole rises and reports offer an alternative plan. It is a vote about power of Wall Street over Americans. that it has come to no resolution on the bill, what the House should be debating. In typical Washington fashion, we, in- then on the next legislative day the House Mr. Clarence Cannon’s Precedents of the shall, immediately after the third daily House of Representatives (VI, 308–311), de- stead, got a monstrosity of a new regu- order of business under clause 1 of rule XIV, scribes the vote on the previous question on latory infrastructure that has all but resolve into the Committee of the Whole for the rule as ‘‘a motion to direct or control the snuffed out Main Street lenders. The further consideration of the bill. consideration of the subject before the House plan to reduce Wall Street’s influence SEC. 4. Immediately after disposition of being made by the Member in charge.’’ To actually increased it. H.R. 4240 the Speaker shall, pursuant to defeat the previous question is to give the This House—not the Senate, because clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House opposition a chance to decide the subject be- the Senate has refused to act—listened resolved into the Committee of the Whole fore the House. Cannon cites the Speaker’s to the American people and passed the House on the state of the Union for consider- ruling of January 13, 1920, to the effect that ation of the bill (H.R. 3464) to prohibit fire- ‘‘the refusal of the House to sustain the de- Financial CHOICE Act. Instead of em- arms dealers from selling a firearm prior to mand for the previous question passes the barking on a campaign that hurt the completion of a background check. The control of the resolution to the opposition’’ American people and propped up Wall first reading of the bill shall be dispensed in order to offer an amendment. On March Street, we set out with one goal: in- with. All points of order against consider- 15, 1909, a member of the majority party of- crease the financial freedom of Ameri- ation of the bill are waived. General debate fered a rule resolution. The House defeated cans. shall be confined to the bill and shall not ex- the previous question and a member of the And we did that. We passed a bill ceed one hour equally divided and controlled opposition rose to a parliamentary inquiry, that would make substantive changes by the chair and ranking minority member asking who was entitled to recognition. to our financial regulations to the bet- of the Committee on the Judiciary. After Speaker Joseph G. Cannon (R–Illinois) said: general debate the bill shall be considered ‘‘The previous question having been refused, terment of Americans. for amendment under the five-minute rule. the gentleman from New York, Mr. Fitz- These bills before us today continue All points of order against provisions in the gerald, who had asked the gentleman to on that path. They recognize that this bill are waived. At the conclusion of consid- yield to him for an amendment, is entitled to government should work for all Ameri- eration of the bill for amendment the Com- the first recognition.’’

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:03 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K27FE7.030 H27FEPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with HOUSE H1286 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE February 27, 2018 The Republican majority may say ‘‘the That the Senate agreed to without an Whereas, the President has said, ‘‘Whether vote on the previous question is simply a amendment H. Con. Res. 107. we are Republican or Democrats must now vote on whether to proceed to an immediate With best wishes, I am, focus on strengthening Background Checks!’’ vote on adopting the resolution . . . [and] Sincerely, Now, therefore, be it: has no substantive legislative or policy im- KAREN L. HAAS. Resolved That the House of Representatives plications whatsoever.’’ But that is not what should immediately consider H.R. 4240, the f they have always said. Listen to the Repub- Public Safety and Second Amendment lican Leadership Manual on the Legislative RECESS Rights Protection Act of 2017, and H.R. 3464, Process in the United States House of Rep- the Background Check Completion Act of resentatives, (6th edition, page 135). Here’s The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- 2017. how the Republicans describe the previous ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair The SPEAKER pro tempore. Does the question vote in their own manual: ‘‘Al- declares the House in recess subject to gentleman from California wish to though it is generally not possible to amend the call of the Chair. present argument on the parliamen- the rule because the majority Member con- Accordingly (at 12 o’clock and 28 tary question whether the resolution trolling the time will not yield for the pur- minutes p.m.), the House stood in re- presents a question of the privileges of pose of offering an amendment, the same re- cess. the House? sult may be achieved by voting down the pre- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. vious question on the rule . . . When the mo- f tion for the previous question is defeated, Speaker, yes, I do. control of the time passes to the Member b 1307 The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- tleman is recognized on the question of who led the opposition to ordering the pre- AFTER RECESS vious question. That Member, because he order. then controls the time, may offer an amend- The recess having expired, the House Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. ment to the rule, or yield for the purpose of was called to order by the Speaker pro Speaker, it is our duty as lawmakers amendment.’’ tempore (Mr. WEBER of Texas) at 1 and Representatives to pass laws that In Deschler’s Procedure in the U.S. House o’clock and 7 minutes p.m. will make our communities safer. So of Representatives, the subchapter titled far, Mr. Speaker, Congress has done ‘‘Amending Special Rules’’ states: ‘‘a refusal f nothing in regard to gun violence pre- to order the previous question on such a rule [a special rule reported from the Committee RAISING A QUESTION OF THE vention, and that is shameful. on Rules] opens the resolution to amend- PRIVILEGES OF THE HOUSE Every Member here knows that ment and further debate.’’ (Chapter 21, sec- something must be done about gun vio- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. lence. We may not all agree on what tion 21.2) Section 21.3 continues: ‘‘Upon re- Speaker, I have a privileged resolution jection of the motion for the previous ques- that is, but everyone, from the Presi- tion on a resolution reported from the Com- at the desk, which I have previously dent of the United States of America to mittee on Rules, control shifts to the Mem- noticed. the inspiring young leaders who are ber leading the opposition to the previous The SPEAKER pro tempore. The leading a movement today out of Flor- question, who may offer a proper amendment Clerk will report the resolution. ida, agrees we must expand background or motion and who controls the time for de- The Clerk read as follows: checks. That is why we need this reso- bate thereon.’’ Whereas, gun violence affects every com- Clearly, the vote on the previous question lution and why we must take up the bi- munity in our Nation; on a rule does have substantive policy impli- partisan background bill immediately. Whereas, 30 people are killed every day by cations. It is one of the only available tools You cannot table the 30 people a day someone using a gun; for those who oppose the Republican major- who are killed by someone using a gun. Whereas, more than 2,200 people have been ity’s agenda and allows those with alter- Let us have this vote, Mr. Speaker. killed this year by someone using a gun; native views the opportunity to offer an al- Whereas, there have been at least 34 mass We have had too many moments of si- ternative plan. shootings this year; lence. We have got a bill that is ready Mr. BUCK. Mr. Speaker, I yield back Whereas, while mass shootings often re- to come to the floor. It is bipartisan, the balance of my time, and I move the ceive media attention, gun violence is Democrats and Republicans supporting previous question on the resolution. present every day in every community; the bill, coauthoring the bill. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Whereas, since the tragedy at Sandy Hook Ninety-seven percent of the Amer- question is on ordering the previous Elementary School, the House of Represent- ican people believe that we should take question. atives has held 43 moments of silence to up and vote for a measure regarding The question was taken; and the honor the memory of people killed by some- background checks. This is a good bill. Speaker pro tempore announced that one using guns; It should be brought to the floor. Whereas, most gun owners are responsible the ayes appeared to have it. The Republicans should not be silenc- and law-abiding; ing the wishes of the American people. Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, on Whereas, the Supreme Court, in its Dis- that I demand the yeas and nays. trict of Columbia v. Heller decision, recog- The Republican majority should not The yeas and nays were ordered. nized the right to keep and to bear arms; disallow hearings and votes on this The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Whereas, the Brady Handgun Violence Pre- bill. ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- vention Act was enacted on November 30, Mr. Speaker, it is past time. ceedings on this question will be post- 1993; The SPEAKER pro tempore. The re- poned. Whereas, background checks have been marks of the gentleman must be con- successful and every day stop more than 170 fined to the question of order. f felons, some 50 domestic abusers, and nearly The Chair is prepared to rule. COMMUNICATION FROM THE 20 fugitives from buying a gun; The gentleman from California seeks CLERK OF THE HOUSE Whereas, over 2,000,000 gun sales were to offer a resolution raising a question blocked since enactment of the Brady Hand- of the privileges of the House under The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- gun Violence Prevention Act; fore the House the following commu- rule IX. The resolution offered by the Whereas, 90 percent of all background gentleman from California provides nication from the Clerk of the House of checks are done instantly; Representatives: Whereas, the States that require back- that the House should vote on two specified measures. OFFICE OF THE CLERK, ground checks, 47 percent fewer women are One of the fundamental tenets of rule HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, murdered by intimate partners; Washington, DC, February 27, 2018. Whereas, in States that require back- IX, as the Chair recently ruled on De- Hon. PAUL D. RYAN, ground checks, there are 47 percent firearm cember 10, 2015, is that a resolution ex- The Speaker, House of Representatives, suicides; pressing a sentiment that the House Washington, DC. Whereas, in States that require back- should consider a particular bill does DEAR MR. SPEAKER: Pursuant to the per- ground checks, 53 percent fewer law enforce- not qualify as a question of the privi- mission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of ment officers are killed by someone using a leges of the House. Similarly, on Feb- gun; the Rules of the U.S. House of Representa- ruary 6, 2018, the Chair ruled that a res- tives, the Clerk received the following mes- Whereas, 97 percent of Americans polled sage from the Secretary of the Senate on support background checks for all gun sales; olution providing that the House February 27, 2018, at 9:24 a.m.: Whereas, in many States, no background should act on a specified item of busi- That the Senate agreed to without an check is required to buy a gun online or at ness does not constitute a question of amendment H. Con. Res. 103. a gun show; and the privileges of the House.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:03 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE7.007 H27FEPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with HOUSE February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1287 By calling for a vote on two par- Johnson, Sam Moolenaar Sensenbrenner Shea-Porter Thompson (CA) Wasserman ticular measures, the resolution ex- Jones Mooney (WV) Sessions Sherman Thompson (MS) Schultz Jordan Mullin Shimkus Sinema Titus Waters, Maxine presses a legislative sentiment in vio- Joyce (OH) Newhouse Shuster Sires Tonko Watson Coleman lation of the principles documented in Katko Noem Simpson Slaughter Tsongas Welch sections 702 and 706 of the House Rules Kelly (MS) Norman Smith (MO) Soto Vargas Wilson (FL) Suozzi Veasey and Manual. Accordingly, the resolu- Kelly (PA) Nunes Smith (NE) Yarmuth King (IA) Olson Smith (NJ) Swalwell (CA) Vela tion does not constitute a question of King (NY) Palazzo Smith (TX) Takano Visclosky Kinzinger Palmer the privileges of the House. Smucker NOT VOTING—18 Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Knight Paulsen Stefanik Kustoff (TN) Perry Stewart Bergman Engel Smith (WA) Speaker, I appeal the ruling of the Labrador Pittenger Stivers Black Graves (MO) Speier Chair. LaHood Poe (TX) Taylor Carter (TX) Huizenga Torres The SPEAKER pro tempore. The LaMalfa Poliquin Tenney Cleaver Long Trott Lamborn Posey ´ question is, Shall the decision of the Thompson (PA) Cramer Payne Velazquez Lance Ratcliffe Thornberry Cummings Pearce Walz Latta Reed Chair stand as the judgment of the Tipton Lewis (MN) Reichert House? Turner b 1337 LoBiondo Renacci Upton MOTION TO TABLE Loudermilk Rice (SC) Messrs. TED LIEU of California, Valadao Love Roby Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I have a Wagner NEAL, PANETTA, RUSH, THOMPSON motion at the desk. Lucas Roe (TN) of Mississippi, MCEACHIN, and JOHN- Luetkemeyer Rogers (AL) Walberg The SPEAKER pro tempore. The MacArthur Rogers (KY) Walden SON of Georgia changed their vote Clerk will report the motion. Marchant Rohrabacher Walker from ‘‘yea’’ to ‘‘nay.’’ Marino Rokita Walorski The Clerk read as follows: Walters, Mimi So the motion to table was agreed to. Marshall Rooney, Francis The result of the vote was announced Mr. Burgess moves to table the appeal of Massie Rooney, Thomas Weber (TX) the ruling of the Chair. Mast J. Webster (FL) as above recorded. Wenstrup The SPEAKER pro tempore. The McCarthy Ros-Lehtinen A motion to reconsider was laid on McCaul Roskam Westerman the table. question is on the motion to table. McClintock Ross Williams The question was taken; and the McHenry Rothfus Wilson (SC) f Speaker pro tempore announced that McKinley Rouzer Wittman McMorris Royce (CA) Womack PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION the ayes appeared to have it. Rodgers Russell Woodall OF H.R. 1865, ALLOW STATES Yoder Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. McSally Rutherford AND VICTIMS TO FIGHT ONLINE Speaker, on that I demand the yeas Meadows Sanford Yoho Meehan Scalise Young (AK) SEX TRAFFICKING ACT OF 2017 and nays. Messer Schweikert Young (IA) The yeas and nays were ordered. Mitchell Scott, Austin Zeldin The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- finished business is the vote on order- ant to clause 8 of rule XX, this 15- NAYS—184 ing the previous question on the reso- minute vote on the motion to table Adams Eshoo Lujan Grisham, lution (H. Res. 748) providing for con- will be followed by 5-minute votes on: Aguilar Espaillat M. sideration of the bill (H.R. 1865) to Barraga´ n Esty (CT) Luja´ n, Ben Ray amend the Communications Act of 1934 Ordering the previous question on Bass Evans Lynch House Resolution 748; Beatty Foster Maloney, to clarify that section 230 of such Act Adoption of House Resolution 748, if Bera Frankel (FL) Carolyn B. does not prohibit the enforcement ordered; Beyer Fudge Maloney, Sean against providers and users of inter- Bishop (GA) Gabbard Matsui active computer services of Federal Ordering the previous question on Blumenauer Gallego McCollum House Resolution 747; and Blunt Rochester Garamendi McEachin and State criminal and civil law relat- Adoption of House Resolution 747, if Bonamici Gomez McGovern ing to sexual exploitation of children Boyle, Brendan Gonzalez (TX) McNerney or sex trafficking, and for other pur- ordered. F. Meeks Gottheimer poses, on which the yeas and nays were The vote was taken by electronic de- Brady (PA) Green, Al Meng vice, and there were—yeas 228, nays Brown (MD) Green, Gene Moore ordered. Brownley (CA) Moulton Grijalva The Clerk read the title of the resolu- 184, not voting 18, as follows: Bustos Murphy (FL) Gutie´rrez Butterfield Nadler tion. [Roll No. 83] Hanabusa Capuano Napolitano The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Hastings YEAS—228 Carbajal Neal Heck question is on ordering the previous Abraham Cole Gaetz Ca´ rdenas Nolan Higgins (NY) question. Aderholt Collins (GA) Gallagher Carson (IN) Norcross Himes Allen Collins (NY) Garrett Cartwright O’Halleran This will be a 5-minute vote. Hoyer Amash Comer Gianforte Castor (FL) O’Rourke The vote was taken by electronic de- Huffman Amodei Comstock Gibbs Castro (TX) Pallone vice, and there were—yeas 228, nays Arrington Conaway Gohmert Chu, Judy Jackson Lee Panetta Babin Cook Goodlatte Cicilline Jayapal Pascrell 184, not voting 18, as follows: Bacon Costello (PA) Gosar Clark (MA) Jeffries Pelosi [Roll No. 84] Johnson (GA) Banks (IN) Crawford Gowdy Clarke (NY) Perlmutter YEAS—228 Barletta Culberson Granger Clay Johnson, E. B. Peters Barr Curbelo (FL) Graves (GA) Clyburn Kaptur Peterson Abraham Buck Dent Barton Curtis Graves (LA) Cohen Keating Pingree Aderholt Bucshon DeSantis Biggs Davidson Griffith Connolly Kelly (IL) Pocan Allen Budd DesJarlais Bilirakis Davis, Rodney Grothman Cooper Kennedy Polis Amash Burgess Diaz-Balart Bishop (MI) Denham Guthrie Correa Khanna Price (NC) Amodei Byrne Donovan Bishop (UT) Dent Handel Costa Kihuen Quigley Arrington Calvert Duffy Blackburn DeSantis Harper Courtney Kildee Raskin Babin Carter (GA) Duncan (SC) Blum DesJarlais Harris Crist Kilmer Rice (NY) Bacon Chabot Duncan (TN) Bost Diaz-Balart Hartzler Crowley Kind Richmond Banks (IN) Cheney Dunn Brady (TX) Donovan Hensarling Cuellar Krishnamoorthi Rosen Barletta Coffman Emmer Brat Duffy Herrera Beutler Davis (CA) Kuster (NH) Roybal-Allard Barr Cole Estes (KS) Bridenstine Duncan (SC) Hice, Jody B. Davis, Danny Langevin Ruiz Barton Collins (GA) Farenthold Brooks (AL) Duncan (TN) Higgins (LA) DeFazio Larsen (WA) Ruppersberger Biggs Collins (NY) Faso Brooks (IN) Dunn Hill DeGette Larson (CT) Rush Bilirakis Comer Ferguson Buchanan Emmer Holding Delaney Lawrence Ryan (OH) Bishop (MI) Comstock Fitzpatrick Buck Estes (KS) Hollingsworth DeLauro Lawson (FL) Sa´ nchez Bishop (UT) Conaway Fleischmann Bucshon Farenthold Hudson DelBene Lee Sarbanes Blackburn Cook Flores Budd Faso Hultgren Demings Levin Schakowsky Blum Costello (PA) Fortenberry Burgess Ferguson Hunter DeSaulnier Lewis (GA) Schiff Bost Crawford Foxx Byrne Fitzpatrick Hurd Deutch Lieu, Ted Schneider Brady (TX) Culberson Frelinghuysen Calvert Fleischmann Issa Dingell Lipinski Schrader Brat Curbelo (FL) Gaetz Carter (GA) Flores Jenkins (KS) Doggett Loebsack Scott (VA) Bridenstine Curtis Gallagher Chabot Fortenberry Jenkins (WV) Doyle, Michael Lofgren Scott, David Brooks (AL) Davidson Garrett Cheney Foxx Johnson (LA) F. Lowenthal Serrano Brooks (IN) Davis, Rodney Gianforte Coffman Frelinghuysen Johnson (OH) Ellison Lowey Sewell (AL) Buchanan Denham Gibbs

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Meadows Smith (NE) Higgins (LA) Meehan Ryan (OH) Swalwell (CA) Yarmuth Massie Rogers (KY) Upton Smith (NJ) Hill Messer Mast Rohrabacher Valadao Smith (TX) Holding Mitchell NOT VOTING—18 McCarthy Rokita Wagner Smucker Hollingsworth Moolenaar Bergman Davis (CA) Pearce McCaul Rooney, Francis Walberg Stefanik Hudson Mooney (WV) Black Engel Smith (WA) McClintock Rooney, Thomas Walden Stewart Hultgren Mullin Carter (TX) Graves (MO) Speier McHenry J. Walker Stivers Hunter Newhouse Cleaver Huizenga Torres McKinley Ros-Lehtinen Walorski Taylor Hurd Noem Cramer Long Trott McMorris Ross Walters, Mimi Tenney Issa Norman Cummings Payne Walz Rodgers Rothfus Weber (TX) Jenkins (KS) Nunes Thompson (PA) McSally Rouzer Webster (FL) Jenkins (WV) Olson Thornberry Meadows Royce (CA) Wenstrup Johnson (LA) Palazzo Tipton b 1345 Meehan Russell Westerman Turner Johnson (OH) Palmer So the previous question was ordered. Messer Rutherford Williams Johnson, Sam Paulsen Upton Mitchell Sanford Wilson (SC) Jones Perry Valadao The result of the vote was announced Moolenaar Scalise Wittman Jordan Pittenger Wagner as above recorded. Mooney (WV) Schneider Womack Joyce (OH) Poe (TX) Walberg Stated against: Mullin Schweikert Woodall Katko Poliquin Walden Newhouse Scott, Austin Yoder Kelly (MS) Posey Walker Mrs. DAVIS of California. Mr. Speaker, had I Noem Sensenbrenner Yoho Kelly (PA) Ratcliffe Walorski been present, I would have voted ‘‘nay’’ on Norman Sessions Young (AK) King (IA) Reed Walters, Mimi rollcall No. 84. Nunes Shimkus Young (IA) King (NY) Reichert Weber (TX) The SPEAKER pro tempore. The O’Halleran Shuster Zeldin Kinzinger Renacci Webster (FL) Knight Rice (SC) Wenstrup question is on the resolution. NOES—175 Kustoff (TN) Roby Westerman The question was taken; and the Adams Gabbard Meng Labrador Roe (TN) Williams Speaker pro tempore announced that Aguilar Gallego Moore LaHood Rogers (AL) Wilson (SC) the ayes appeared to have it. Barraga´ n Garamendi Moulton LaMalfa Rogers (KY) Wittman Bass Gomez Murphy (FL) Lamborn Rohrabacher Womack RECORDED VOTE Beatty Gonzalez (TX) Nadler Lance Rokita Woodall Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I de- Bera Green, Al Napolitano Yoder Latta Rooney, Francis mand a recorded vote. Beyer Green, Gene Neal Lewis (MN) Rooney, Thomas Yoho Bishop (GA) Grijalva Nolan LoBiondo J. Young (AK) A recorded vote was ordered. Blumenauer Gutie´rrez Norcross Loudermilk Ros-Lehtinen Young (IA) The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a Blunt Rochester Hanabusa O’Rourke Love Roskam Zeldin 5-minute vote. Bonamici Hastings Pallone Boyle, Brendan Heck The vote was taken by electronic de- Panetta NAYS—184 F. Higgins (NY) Pascrell vice, and there were—ayes 235, noes 175, Brady (PA) Himes Adams DelBene Pelosi Kilmer Brown (MD) Hoyer Aguilar Demings not voting 20, as follows: Perlmutter Kind Brownley (CA) Huffman Barraga´ n DeSaulnier Peters Krishnamoorthi [Roll No. 85] Bustos Jackson Lee Bass Deutch Peterson Kuster (NH) Butterfield Jayapal Beatty Dingell AYES—235 Pingree Langevin Capuano Jeffries Bera Doggett Abraham Conaway Pocan Larsen (WA) Gosar Carbajal Johnson (GA) Beyer Doyle, Michael Aderholt Connolly Polis Larson (CT) Gottheimer Ca´ rdenas Johnson, E. B. Bishop (GA) F. Allen Cook Price (NC) Lawrence Gowdy Carson (IN) Kaptur Blumenauer Ellison Amash Costa Quigley Lawson (FL) Granger Cartwright Keating Blunt Rochester Eshoo Amodei Costello (PA) Raskin Lee Graves (GA) Castor (FL) Kelly (IL) Bonamici Espaillat Arrington Crawford Rice (NY) Levin Graves (LA) Castro (TX) Kennedy Boyle, Brendan Esty (CT) Babin Crist Richmond Lewis (GA) Griffith Cicilline Khanna F. Evans Bacon Culberson Rosen Lieu, Ted Grothman Clark (MA) Kihuen Brady (PA) Foster Banks (IN) Curbelo (FL) Lipinski Guthrie Clarke (NY) Kildee Roybal-Allard Brown (MD) Frankel (FL) Barletta Curtis Loebsack Handel Clay Kilmer Ruiz Brownley (CA) Fudge Barr Davidson Lofgren Harper Clyburn Kind Ruppersberger Bustos Gabbard Barton Davis, Rodney Lowenthal Harris Cohen Krishnamoorthi Rush Butterfield Gallego Biggs Denham Lowey Hartzler Cooper Kuster (NH) Ryan (OH) Capuano Garamendi Bilirakis Dent ´ Lujan Grisham, Hensarling Correa Langevin Sanchez Carbajal Gomez Bishop (MI) DeSantis M. Herrera Beutler Courtney Larsen (WA) Sarbanes Ca´ rdenas Gonzalez (TX) ´ Bishop (UT) DesJarlais Lujan, Ben Ray Hice, Jody B. Crowley Larson (CT) Schakowsky Carson (IN) Gottheimer Blackburn Diaz-Balart Lynch Higgins (LA) Cuellar Lawrence Schiff Cartwright Green, Al Blum Donovan Maloney, Hill Davis (CA) Lee Schrader Castor (FL) Green, Gene Bost Duffy Carolyn B. Holding Davis, Danny Levin Scott (VA) Castro (TX) Grijalva Brady (TX) Duncan (SC) Maloney, Sean Hollingsworth DeFazio Lewis (GA) Scott, David Chu, Judy Gutie´rrez Brat Duncan (TN) Matsui Hudson DeGette Lieu, Ted Serrano Cicilline Hanabusa Bridenstine Dunn McCollum Hultgren Delaney Lipinski Sewell (AL) Clark (MA) Hastings Brooks (AL) Emmer McEachin Hunter DeLauro Loebsack Shea-Porter Clarke (NY) Heck Brooks (IN) Estes (KS) McGovern Hurd DelBene Lofgren Sherman Clay Higgins (NY) Buchanan Farenthold McNerney Issa Demings Lowenthal Sires Clyburn Himes Buck Faso Meeks Jenkins (KS) DeSaulnier Lowey Soto Cohen Hoyer Bucshon Ferguson Meng Jenkins (WV) Deutch Lujan Grisham, Suozzi Connolly Huffman Budd Fitzpatrick Moore Johnson (OH) Dingell M. Swalwell (CA) Cooper Jackson Lee Burgess Fleischmann Moulton Johnson, Sam Doggett Luja´ n, Ben Ray Takano Correa Jayapal Byrne Flores Murphy (FL) Jones Doyle, Michael Lynch Thompson (CA) Costa Jeffries Calvert Fortenberry Nadler Jordan F. Maloney, Thompson (MS) Courtney Johnson (GA) Carter (GA) Foxx Napolitano Joyce (OH) Ellison Carolyn B. Titus Crist Johnson, E. B. Chabot Frelinghuysen Neal Katko Eshoo Maloney, Sean Tonko Crowley Kaptur Cheney Gaetz Nolan Kelly (MS) Espaillat Matsui Tsongas Cuellar Keating Coffman Gallagher Norcross Kelly (PA) Esty (CT) McCollum Vargas Davis, Danny Kelly (IL) Cole Garrett O’Halleran King (IA) Evans McEachin Veasey DeFazio Kennedy Collins (GA) Gianforte O’Rourke King (NY) Foster McGovern Vela DeGette Khanna Collins (NY) Gibbs Pallone Kinzinger Frankel (FL) McNerney Vela´ zquez Delaney Kihuen Comer Gohmert Panetta Knight Fudge Meeks Visclosky DeLauro Kildee Pascrell Comstock Goodlatte Kustoff (TN)

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McGovern Quigley Soto Farenthold LaMalfa Ros-Lehtinen McNerney Raskin NOT VOTING—20 Suozzi Faso Lamborn Roskam Meeks Rice (NY) Swalwell (CA) Bergman Engel Roskam Ferguson Lance Ross Meng Richmond Takano Black Graves (MO) Smith (WA) Fitzpatrick Latta Rothfus Moore Rosen Thompson (CA) Carter (TX) Huizenga Speier Fleischmann Lewis (MN) Rouzer Moulton Roybal-Allard Thompson (MS) Murphy (FL) Ruiz Chu, Judy Johnson (LA) Torres Flores LoBiondo Royce (CA) Titus Fortenberry Loudermilk Nadler Ruppersberger Cleaver Long Trott Russell Tonko Cramer Payne Walz Foxx Love Rutherford Napolitano Rush Neal Ryan (OH) Tsongas Cummings Pearce Frelinghuysen Lucas Sanford Nolan Sa´ nchez Vargas Gaetz Luetkemeyer Scalise ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Gallagher MacArthur Norcross Sarbanes Veasey Schweikert Garrett Marchant O’Halleran Schakowsky Vela The SPEAKER pro tempore (during Scott, Austin Gianforte Marino O’Rourke Schiff Vela´ zquez the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- Sensenbrenner Gibbs Marshall Pallone Schneider Visclosky ing. Gohmert Massie Sessions Panetta Schrader Wasserman Goodlatte Mast Shimkus Pascrell Scott (VA) Schultz b 1352 Gosar McCarthy Shuster Pelosi Scott, David Waters, Maxine Simpson Mr. GOTTHEIMER changed his vote Gowdy McCaul Perlmutter Serrano Watson Coleman Granger McClintock Smith (MO) Peters Sewell (AL) Welch from ‘‘no’’ to ‘‘aye.’’ Graves (GA) McHenry Smith (NE) Peterson Shea-Porter Wilson (FL) So the resolution was agreed to. Graves (LA) McKinley Smith (NJ) Pingree Sherman Yarmuth The result of the vote was announced Griffith McMorris Smith (TX) Pocan Sinema Grothman Rodgers Smucker as above recorded. Guthrie McSally Stefanik NOT VOTING—18 A motion to reconsider was laid on Handel Meadows Stewart Allen Cummings Pearce the table. Harper Meehan Stivers Bergman Engel Smith (WA) Harris Messer Taylor Black Graves (MO) Speier f Hartzler Mitchell Tenney Carter (TX) Huizenga Torres Hensarling Moolenaar Thompson (PA) Cleaver Long Trott PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION Herrera Beutler Mooney (WV) Thornberry Cramer Payne Walz OF H.R. 4296, OPERATIONAL RISK Hice, Jody B. Mullin Tipton Higgins (LA) Newhouse ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE CAPITAL REQUIREMENTS FOR Turner Hill Noem Upton The SPEAKER pro tempore (during BANKING ORGANIZATIONS, AND Holding Norman Valadao the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- Hollingsworth Nunes PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION Wagner Hudson Olson ing. Walberg OF H.R. 4607, COMPREHENSIVE Hultgren Palazzo Walden REGULATORY REVIEW ACT Hunter Palmer b 1359 Walker Hurd Paulsen So the previous question was ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Issa Perry Walorski finished business is the vote on order- Jenkins (KS) Pittenger Walters, Mimi The result of the vote was announced Jenkins (WV) Poe (TX) Weber (TX) as above recorded. ing the previous question on the reso- Webster (FL) lution (H. Res. 747) providing for con- Johnson (LA) Poliquin Stated for: Johnson (OH) Posey Wenstrup sideration of the bill (H.R. 4296) to Johnson, Sam Ratcliffe Westerman Mr. ALLEN. Mr. Speaker, I was unavoidably place requirements on operational risk Jones Reed Williams detained. Had I been present, I would have Jordan Reichert Wilson (SC) voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 86. capital requirements for banking orga- Wittman Joyce (OH) Renacci The SPEAKER pro tempore. The nizations established by an appropriate Katko Rice (SC) Womack Federal banking agency, and providing Kelly (MS) Roby Woodall question is on the resolution. for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4607) Kelly (PA) Roe (TN) Yoder The question was taken; and the to amend the Economic Growth and King (IA) Rogers (AL) Yoho Speaker pro tempore announced that King (NY) Rogers (KY) Young (AK) Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act Kinzinger Rohrabacher Young (IA) the ayes appeared to have it. of 1996 to ensure that Federal financial Knight Rokita Zeldin RECORDED VOTE regulators perform a comprehensive re- Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I de- NAYS—185 view of regulations to identify out- mand a recorded vote. dated or otherwise unnecessary regu- Adams Cuellar Huffman A recorded vote was ordered. Aguilar Davis (CA) Jackson Lee latory requirements imposed on cov- Barraga´ n Davis, Danny Jayapal The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a ered persons, and for other purposes, on Bass DeFazio Jeffries 5-minute vote. which the yeas and nays were ordered. Beatty DeGette Johnson (GA) The vote was taken by electronic de- The Clerk read the title of the resolu- Bera Delaney Johnson, E. B. Beyer DeLauro Kaptur vice, and there were—ayes 230, noes 177, tion. Bishop (GA) DelBene Keating not voting 23, as follows: The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Blumenauer Demings Kelly (IL) [Roll No. 87] Blunt Rochester DeSaulnier Kennedy question is on ordering the previous AYES—230 question. Bonamici Deutch Khanna Boyle, Brendan Dingell Kihuen Abraham Budd Diaz-Balart This will be a 5-minute vote. F. Doggett Kildee Aderholt Burgess Donovan The vote was taken by electronic de- Brady (PA) Doyle, Michael Kilmer Allen Byrne Duffy vice, and there were—yeas 227, nays Brown (MD) F. Kind Amash Calvert Duncan (SC) Brownley (CA) Ellison Krishnamoorthi Amodei Carter (GA) Duncan (TN) 185, not voting 18, as follows: Bustos Eshoo Kuster (NH) Arrington Chabot Dunn [Roll No. 86] Butterfield Espaillat Langevin Babin Cheney Emmer Capuano Esty (CT) Larsen (WA) YEAS—227 Bacon Coffman Estes (KS) Carbajal Evans Larson (CT) Banks (IN) Cole Farenthold Abraham Brat Comstock Ca´ rdenas Foster Lawrence Barletta Collins (GA) Faso Aderholt Bridenstine Conaway Carson (IN) Frankel (FL) Lawson (FL) Barr Collins (NY) Ferguson Amash Brooks (AL) Cook Cartwright Fudge Lee Barton Comer Fitzpatrick Amodei Brooks (IN) Costello (PA) Castor (FL) Gabbard Levin Biggs Comstock Fleischmann Arrington Buchanan Crawford Castro (TX) Gallego Lewis (GA) Bilirakis Conaway Flores Babin Buck Culberson Chu, Judy Garamendi Lieu, Ted Bishop (MI) Cook Fortenberry Bacon Bucshon Curbelo (FL) Cicilline Gomez Lipinski Bishop (UT) Costa Foxx Banks (IN) Budd Curtis Clark (MA) Gonzalez (TX) Loebsack Blackburn Costello (PA) Frelinghuysen Barletta Burgess Davidson Clarke (NY) Gottheimer Lofgren Blum Crawford Gaetz Barr Byrne Davis, Rodney Clay Green, Al Lowenthal Bost Culberson Gallagher Barton Calvert Denham Clyburn Green, Gene Lowey Brady (TX) Curbelo (FL) Garrett Biggs Carter (GA) Dent Cohen Grijalva Lujan Grisham, Brat Curtis Gianforte Bilirakis Chabot DeSantis Connolly Gutie´rrez M. Bridenstine Davidson Gibbs Bishop (MI) Cheney DesJarlais Cooper Hanabusa Luja´ n, Ben Ray Brooks (AL) Davis, Rodney Gohmert Bishop (UT) Coffman Diaz-Balart Correa Hastings Lynch Brooks (IN) Denham Goodlatte Blackburn Cole Donovan Costa Heck Maloney, Buchanan Dent Gosar Blum Collins (GA) Duffy Courtney Higgins (NY) Carolyn B. Buck DeSantis Gottheimer Bost Collins (NY) Duncan (SC) Crist Himes Maloney, Sean Bucshon DesJarlais Gowdy Brady (TX) Comer Duncan (TN) Crowley Hoyer Matsui

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:03 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE7.013 H27FEPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with HOUSE H1290 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE February 27, 2018 Granger Marino Royce (CA) Polis Schrader Titus shall be carried out in accordance with such Graves (GA) Marshall Russell Price (NC) Scott (VA) Tonko conditions as may be prescribed by the Ar- Graves (LA) Massie Rutherford Quigley Scott, David Tsongas chitect of the Capitol. Griffith Mast Sanford Raskin Serrano Vargas Grothman McCarthy Scalise Richmond Sewell (AL) Veasey The concurrent resolution was agreed Guthrie McCaul Schneider Rosen Shea-Porter Vela to. Handel McClintock Schweikert Roybal-Allard Sherman Vela´ zquez A motion to reconsider was laid on Harper McHenry Scott, Austin Ruiz Sires Visclosky Ruppersberger Slaughter the table. Harris McKinley Sensenbrenner Wasserman Hartzler McMorris Rush Soto Sessions Schultz Hensarling Rodgers Ryan (OH) Suozzi f Shimkus Waters, Maxine Sa´ nchez Swalwell (CA) Herrera Beutler McSally Simpson Hice, Jody B. Meadows Sarbanes Takano Watson Coleman ALLOW STATES AND VICTIMS TO Sinema Higgins (LA) Meehan Schakowsky Thompson (CA) Wilson (FL) Smith (MO) FIGHT ONLINE SEX TRAF- Hill Messer Schiff Thompson (MS) Yarmuth Smith (NE) FICKING ACT OF 2017 Holding Mitchell Smith (NJ) NOT VOTING—23 Hollingsworth Moolenaar GENERAL LEAVE Smith (TX) Hudson Mooney (WV) Bergman Graves (MO) Shuster Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Speaker, I ask unan- Hultgren Mullin Smucker Black Huizenga Smith (WA) Hunter Newhouse Stefanik Blumenauer Jones Speier imous consent that all Members may Stewart Hurd Noem Carter (TX) Long Torres have 5 legislative days in which to re- Stivers Issa Norman Cleaver Payne Trott vise and extend their remarks and in- Taylor Jenkins (KS) Nunes Cramer Pearce Walz Tenney clude extraneous material on H.R. 1865. Jenkins (WV) Olson Cummings Pingree Welch Johnson (LA) Palazzo Thompson (PA) Engel Rice (NY) The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Johnson (OH) Palmer Thornberry objection to the request of the gentle- ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Johnson, Sam Paulsen Tipton woman from Alabama? Jordan Perry Turner The SPEAKER pro tempore (during Joyce (OH) Pittenger Upton the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- There was no objection. Katko Poe (TX) Valadao ing. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Kelly (MS) Poliquin Wagner ant to House Resolution 748 and rule Kelly (PA) Posey Walberg b 1405 XVIII, the Chair declares the House in King (IA) Ratcliffe Walden King (NY) Reed Walker So the resolution was agreed to. the Committee of the Whole House on Kinzinger Reichert Walorski The result of the vote was announced the state of the Union for the consider- Knight Renacci Walters, Mimi ation of the bill, H.R. 1865. Kustoff (TN) Rice (SC) as above recorded. Weber (TX) Labrador Roby A motion to reconsider was laid on The Chair appoints the gentleman Webster (FL) LaHood Roe (TN) ENHAM Wenstrup the table. from California (Mr. D ) to pre- LaMalfa Rogers (AL) PERSONAL EXPLANATION side over the Committee of the Whole. Lamborn Rogers (KY) Westerman Williams Mrs. TORRES. Mr. Speaker, I was unavoid- Lance Rohrabacher b 1409 Latta Rokita Wilson (SC) ably detained and was thus unable to cast my Wittman Lewis (MN) Rooney, Francis vote on rollcall votes 83, 84, 85, 86, and 87. IN THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE LoBiondo Rooney, Thomas Womack Loudermilk J. Woodall Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘nay’’ Accordingly, the House resolved Love Ros-Lehtinen Yoder on rollcall No. 83, ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 84, itself into the Committee of the Whole Lucas Roskam Yoho ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 85, ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. House on the state of the Union for the Luetkemeyer Ross Young (AK) consideration of the bill (H.R. 1865) to MacArthur Rothfus Young (IA) 86, and ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 87. Marchant Rouzer Zeldin f amend the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that section 230 of such Act AUTHORIZING THE USE OF EMAN- NOES—177 does not prohibit the enforcement CIPATION HALL FOR A CERE- Adams DeSaulnier Langevin against providers and users of inter- MONY TO PRESENT THE CON- Aguilar Deutch Larsen (WA) active computer services of Federal Barraga´ n Dingell Larson (CT) GRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL COL- and State criminal and civil law relat- Bass Doggett Lawrence LECTIVELY TO THE MEMBERS ing to sexual exploitation of children Beatty Doyle, Michael Lawson (FL) OF THE OFFICE OF STRATEGIC Bera F. Lee or sex trafficking, and for other pur- SERVICES Beyer Ellison Levin poses, with Mr. DENHAM in the chair. Bishop (GA) Eshoo Lewis (GA) Mr. HARPER. Mr. Speaker, I ask Blunt Rochester Espaillat Lieu, Ted The Clerk read the title of the bill. Bonamici Esty (CT) Lipinski unanimous consent that the Com- The CHAIR. Pursuant to the rule, the Boyle, Brendan Evans Loebsack mittee on House Administration be dis- bill is considered read the first time. F. Foster Lofgren charged from further consideration of Brady (PA) Frankel (FL) Lowenthal The gentlewoman from Alabama Brown (MD) Fudge Lowey House Concurrent Resolution 106, and (Mrs. ROBY) and the gentlewoman from Brownley (CA) Gabbard Lujan Grisham, ask for its immediate consideration in Texas (Ms. JACKSON LEE) each will con- Bustos Gallego M. the House. trol 30 minutes. Butterfield Garamendi Luja´ n, Ben Ray The Clerk read the title of the con- Capuano Gomez Lynch The Chair recognizes the gentle- Carbajal Gonzalez (TX) Maloney, current resolution. woman from Alabama. Ca´ rdenas Green, Al Carolyn B. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chairman, I yield Carson (IN) Green, Gene Maloney, Sean objection to the request of the gen- Cartwright Grijalva Matsui myself such time as I may consume. Castor (FL) Gutie´rrez McCollum tleman from Mississippi? Mr. Chairman, today, this body will Castro (TX) Hanabusa McEachin There was no objection. make tremendous progress towards Chu, Judy Hastings McGovern The text of the concurrent resolution ending online sex exploitation. This is Cicilline Heck McNerney is as follows: Clark (MA) Higgins (NY) Meeks a big deal. Clarke (NY) Himes Meng H. CON. RES. 106 I am proud to stand here as an origi- Clay Hoyer Moore Resolved by the House of Representatives (the nal cosponsor of the important legisla- Clyburn Huffman Moulton Senate concurring), Cohen Jackson Lee Murphy (FL) tion we are considering today, H.R. SECTION 1. USE OF EMANCIPATION HALL FOR Connolly Jayapal Nadler 1865, the Allow States and Victims to CEREMONY TO PRESENT THE CON- Cooper Jeffries Napolitano GRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL TO THE Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act. Correa Johnson (GA) Neal OFFICE OF STRATEGIC SERVICES. I have been so pleased to work close- Courtney Johnson, E. B. Nolan Crist Kaptur Norcross (a) AUTHORIZATION.—Emancipation Hall in ly with my colleague, Congresswoman Crowley Keating O’Halleran the Capitol Visitor Center is authorized to be ANN WAGNER, on this issue, and I know Cuellar Kelly (IL) O’Rourke used on March 21, 2018, for a ceremony to that I am not the only person here who Davis (CA) Kennedy Pallone present the Congressional Gold Medal collec- Davis, Danny Khanna Panetta greatly appreciates her leadership on tively to the members of the Office of Stra- this. It has been sobering, to say the DeFazio Kihuen Pascrell tegic Services (OSS), in recognition of their DeGette Kildee Pelosi superior service and major contributions least, to hear some of the personal ac- Delaney Kilmer Perlmutter counts of sex trafficking victims, and DeLauro Kind Peters during World War II. DelBene Krishnamoorthi Peterson (b) PREPARATIONS.—Physical preparations several from my home State of Ala- Demings Kuster (NH) Pocan for the ceremony described in subsection (a) bama.

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Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of to protect young girls and boys, and As it stands now, the sad truth is 2017, an important bill intended to ad- H.R. 1865 allows State legislators to that criminals can easily and anony- dress the reprehensible crime of online enact laws prohibiting the conduct mously purchase women and children sex trafficking by prosecuting the vio- that reflects the offense created in this on the internet using various websites. lators and providing relief to the vio- bill. Thanks to broad interpretation of ex- lated. Soon we will be discussing the Wal- isting law, specifically section 230 in b 1415 ters amendment, which is offered be- America’s courts, these websites are, cause of the victims groups who want a First and foremost, H.R. 1865 makes essentially, immune from State and stronger response to helping victims. clear that section 230 of the Commu- local prosecutions. These websites We thank them for that. nications Decency Act, which its inter- make millions by enabling sex traf- The Jackson Lee amendment, which pretation was expanded in the first cir- ficking while facing very little risk of I will offer, leads to be able to help un- cuit court ruling of Doe v. Backpage, being punished for these crimes. derstand what the level of recovery is this bill makes it clear that section 230 The bill we are considering today and the mandatory restitution. It will of the Communications Decency Act would change that by amending this was never intended to protect the fa- tell the story. It will provide the GAO law to ensure that websites that un- cilitation of online prostitution or sex study to find out how this legislation is lawfully contribute to the exploitation trafficking and calls out those websites positively impacting, who is receiving of sex trafficking victims are no longer that have acted recklessly in allowing the dollars, are they receiving the dol- immune to punishment. the sale of victims of sex trafficking lars. H.R. 1865 will finally hold bad actor online or stood idly by while young Today, this account has swelled to websites accountable for these un- boys and girls, many as young as 13 $99 billion a year, with a considerable speakable wrongdoings. The bill also years old or even younger, were co- portion of that money being generated provides increased criminal liability erced, threatened, tortured, bought, through online advertising solicitation, and, thus, deters websites and individ- and sold on the whims of their exploit- and that is the account of dollars that uals from selling human beings online. ers. are being used through sex trafficking. Websites will no longer be able to turn Secondly, this legislation will pro- My amendment will determine and a blind eye or actively conceal this vide Federal prosecutors with an addi- help to bring information to us as to horrific practice without facing very tional weapon to use against the im- the effectiveness of this particular leg- real consequences. moral individuals who participate in islation, and I think it will be very im- This legislation has been a work in the forced enslavement we know as sex portant. progress for some time now, and I am trafficking. Let me conclude by saying that a let- excited today to have the opportunity H.R. 1865 creates the new offense of ter to Congress from the National As- to cast my vote in favor of it here intentional promotion or facilitation sociation of Attorneys General indi- today. I urge my colleagues to join me. of prostitution while using or oper- cated certain Federal courts have Mr. Chairman, I reserve the balance ating a facility or means of interstate broadly interpreted the Communica- of my time. or foreign commerce, such as the inter- tions Decency Act, which has left vic- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chairman, I net. A general violation of this offense tims and State and local law enforce- yield myself such time as I may con- will be punishable by a sentence of up- ment agencies and prosecutors, who sume. wards of 10 years. regularly confront the cruel realities of Mr. Chairman, let me thank the gen- Websites have operated with impu- sex trafficking, feeling powerless tlewoman from Alabama for managing nity, hidden behind section 230, allow- against online ad services and websites this legislation. I thank Congress- ing traffickers to advertise, promote, that facilitate or allow sex trafficking. woman WAGNER for her leadership and, sell minors and other vulnerable at- My heart goes out, and I am grateful as someone said, continued determina- risk members of our society, children, that we have moved. As we move for- tion, joined by my friend and colleague parents’ precious, precious children, ward, we will be able to build with from Ohio, Congresswoman BEATTY and who are forced to perform unspeakable more legislation that might include Congresswoman MALONEY. We have all acts under the threat of violence, gun my second amendment that would have worked together over the years for the violence, starvation, and emotional allowed victims of sex trafficking to victims of human trafficking and sex and physical abuse. file civil actions in State courts. trafficking. Under this legislation, an aggravated Mr. Chair, let me express my grati- In the last couple of hours, we heard violation of the new offense, punishable tude to the victims who have been cou- in the Judiciary Committee the stories by imprisonment, occurs if a defend- rageous enough to tell their story. of the victims of rape, so we know that ant, such as Backpage, promotes or fa- Mr. Chair, I rise in support of H.R. 1865, the this is an important time and impor- cilitates the prostitution of five or ‘‘Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex tant legislation. Throughout this time, more victims or acts with reckless dis- Trafficking Act of 2017,’’ an important bill, in- you will hear stories of victims who regard of the fact that the conduct in tended to address the reprehensible crime of have been victimized and are in need of question contributed to sex trafficking online sex trafficking by prosecuting the viola- this legislation. as defined in the Federal criminal code tors and providing relief to the violated. Just to recount my statement in the at section 1591, title 18. First and foremost, H.R. 1865: Rules Committee, yesterday, Monday, Not only does H.R. 1865 create crimi- (1) Makes clear that Section 230 of the a week ago, in Houston, I sat down nal liability and mandatory restitution Communications Decency Act was never in- with victims who had been trafficked for online sex traffickers and their tended to protect the facilitation of online pros- or who had been victimized through on- enablers, this legislation goes even fur- titution or sex trafficking; and line sex trafficking or other aspects of ther. Victims harmed as a result of an (2) Calls out those websites that have acted sex trafficking. It was overwhelming to aggravated violation of this new of- recklessly in allowing the sale of victims of sex hear parents speak of a young girl, fense will have the ability—very im- trafficking online, or stood idly by while young their daughter, who had been misled portant—to seek civil damages, while boys and girls—many as young as thirteen and driven away from their home or judges will be required to impose res- years old or even younger—were coerced, from her area and had been taken and titution upon defendants convicted of threatened, tortured, bought, and sold on the abused for a long period of time until committing either the general or ag- whims of their exploiters. he had to rescue her himself, spending gravated violation. Secondly, this legislation will provide federal $50,000, and then $60,000, to be able to We appreciate law enforcement, U.S. prosecutors with an additional weapon to use rehabilitate herself, which is now an attorneys, yet we know that State law against the immoral individuals who participate

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Sex traffickers have harnessed the wide- sex trafficking, and introducing additional legis- A general violation of this offense will be reaching expanse of the Internet together with lation to continue along the pathway towards punishable by a sentence of imprisonment of the ability to conduct their so-called business a comprehensive solution. up to ten years. anonymously. I am inspired and energized by the count- Websites have operated with impunity and They are no longer restricted to dark, un- less survivors who, despite their suffering, are hidden behind Section 230—allowing traf- safe street corners, filthy truck stops, or seedy willing to stand against those who have ex- fickers to advertise, promote, and sell minors hotels and strip clubs. ploited them. These brave individuals want and other vulnerable, at risk members of our Instead, websites have made sex trafficking justice and I want them to have it. society, who are forced to perform unspeak- easy, convenient, and less risky for traffickers As a leader in the fight against Human and able acts under the threat of violence, starva- and their cowardly customers. Sex Trafficking and Ranking Member of the tion, and emotional and physical abuse. Today, visitors to websites can scroll Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Under this legislation, an aggravated viola- through virtual Yellow Pages of listings, on Security, and Investigations, I am painfully fa- tion of the new offense, punishable by a max- their cell phones or tablets, according to their miliar with the pervasiveness of sex trafficking imum of twenty-five years imprisonment, oc- location, tastes, and preferences, without leav- in my own state of Texas—which has become curs if a defendant, such as Backpage.com: ing the privacy and safety of their homes. a hot bed of human trafficking. (1) Promotes or facilitates the prostitution of According to the Polaris Project, U.S. law Among law enforcement and human traf- five or more victims; or enforcement has identified online advertise- ficking authorities, Houston is known as the (2) Acts with reckless disregard of the fact ments as the primary platform for buying and hub of human trafficking. that the conduct in question contributed to sex selling sex with minors. Over the past several The highest number of calls to the National trafficking, as defined in the federal criminal years, more than 80 percent of the National Human Trafficking Hotline in Texas comes code at section 1591 of title 18. Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s re- from Houston, and a study conducted by the Not only does H.R. 1865 create criminal li- ports regarding child sex trafficking relate to University of Texas stated that there are more ability and mandatory restitution for online sex the sex trafficking of a child online. than 300,000 victims of human trafficking in traffickers and their enablers, this legislation When notified of the criminal activity occur- Texas, including almost 79,000 minors. goes even further. ring on their websites and platforms, many In the few minutes I have left, I would like Victims harmed as a result of an aggravated companies, have worked to remove the con- to share the story of a young woman named violation of this new offense will have the abil- tent and even collaborated with law enforce- Kathy, who moved to Houston in 1994 with ity to seek civil damages, while judges will be ment to find the perpetrators and rescue vic- her family. required to impose restitution upon defendants tims. Kathy was raised to be strong and inde- convicted of committing either the general or On the other hand, there are companies pendent; she was very involved in her church, aggravated violation. that have made every effort to obfuscate the community, and ROTC. We appreciate the efforts of federal law en- criminal nature of the activity that is allowed to She graduated from high school, with hopes forcement and assistant U.S. attorneys who continue unabated, while the companies con- of pursuing a career in journalism. endeavor to rid the streets and virtual high- tinue to turn a profit, and traffickers continue Yet, Kathy became a victim of sex traf- ways of sex trafficking. to force their captives to perform sex acts, ficking. Yet we know that state law enforcement under the threat of violence and actual phys- Like most girls, she wanted to be loved. She met a charming young man who treat- agencies and prosecutors are vital to this fight ical and emotional abuse. as well, and they have called on Congress to Girls and boys, men and women, are bra- ed her like she had never been treated before. After a fairytale year, her Prince Charming help them fight more effectively. zenly advertised and sold for sex on roughly proposed something Kathy felt she could not There are state task forces across the coun- a dozen major websites—the most notorious refuse—a promising job with his company, an try working on the frontlines to locate young of these is, of course, Backpage.com. administrative position that would triple her in- girls and young boys—children—and return However, local law enforcement officials in come and provide financial security for her fu- them to the arms of distraught mothers and fa- Seattle, Washington have identified more than ture, which seemed like a dream come true. thers. 130 websites where mostly women and chil- The job was in Dallas and, despite her initial H.R. 1865 allows state legislatures to enact dren are bought and sold for sex. hesitation, she saw the offer as an opportunity laws prohibiting conduct that reflects the of- Many attempts have been made to hold to provide for her family. these websites, including Backpage.com, ac- fenses created in this bill and the existing sex But, shortly after she arrived in Dallas, countable for allowing sex traffickers to oper- trafficking statute that I previously mentioned. Kathy found herself in the dark world of sex Congresswoman WALTERS has offered an ate on their platforms and profiting from their trafficking and prostitution—a life she never amendment, which is supported by many vic- conduct. imagined. tims’ advocacy groups, to further strengthen However, as was pointed out in a letter to Graphic images were taken of her and the legislation before us today. Congress from The National Association of At- placed on the Internet against her will. Taking two key provisions from the Senate torneys General: ‘‘certain federal courts have She was forced to perform sexual favors bill, known as SESTA, the Walters amend- broadly interpreted the Communications De- multiple times, every day, throughout Dallas ment makes clear that the Communications cency Act,’’ which has left victims and state and surrounding areas. Decency Act does not impair or limit federal and local law enforcement agencies and pros- Escape was not easy. causes of action filed by victims of sex traf- ecutors, who regularly confront the cruel reali- She was cut off from her family. ficking and creates a right of action for state ties of sex trafficking, feeling powerless Her boyfriend, turned pimp, limited her attorneys general to file federal causes of ac- against online ad services and websites that phone calls to johns, and did not allow her to tion for sex trafficking on behalf of their citi- facilitate or allow sex trafficking. have money. zens. My heart aches for those who are taken ad- But, somehow she found an opportunity to This leads me to my own amendment, vantage of, abused, robbed of their innocence, get away and she never looked back. which is intended to measure the effective- and then robbed again of the justice they After many years of living in silence, Kathy ness of the civil recovery and mandatory res- seek. decided to journal her experience. titution provisions of H.R. 1865. As I said earlier, the legislation before us That journal became a book, which became In every community across the country, will allow victims to file civil actions in federal a stage play. soulless individuals bend, break, and use the courts under certain conditions and my Kathy found her voice and is now an inspi- minds and bodies of young girls, young boys, amendment will determine if the civil actions rational speaker who hopes to use her story to men, and women—for a profit—over and over are delivering relief and restoration. encourage others to join the fight against sex and over again. I offered a second amendment that would trafficking. Despite the reprehensible nature of this have allowed victims of sex trafficking to file Images of Kathy’s horrific past linger on the crime, sex trafficking is a widespread problem civil actions in state courts under the same Internet.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:03 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A27FE7.021 H27FEPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with HOUSE February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1293 She says: ‘‘Sites like Backpage have cho- alized that this person was a different Today, we say it is time to make im- sen to revictimize survivors and keeps us in person than she believed him to be. He portant changes. This legislation does bondage by refusing to remove images taken chained her and forced her to have sex that. It will help protect our children against our will.’’ for money, and he committed this evil and provide them the ability to con- Kathy hopes that one day the voices of sur- numerous times. front their abusers. vivors will be heard. Technology has changed our world in The Acting CHAIR (Mr. ADERHOLT). Well, Kathy—know that I hear you. countless positive ways, but it has also The time of the gentleman has expired. Congress hears you. given human sex traffickers a direct Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, I We hear the voices of the victims, who re- avenue to our children and their lives. yield an additional 30 seconds to the main in physical and mental bondage. We, as a society, must work harder to gentleman from California. We hear the voices of the survivors, who capture these criminals and shut down Mr. COSTA. Mr. Chair, as I had said, are struggling to rid themselves of reminders their online schemes. Only then can we it is time to make these important of their torment—survivors like Liliana who protect others from Alexa’s fate. changes, and this bipartisan legislation was lured away from her home by a man she This is our job. This is our duty. We does that. It protects our children, pro- met on the internet, held captive, repeatedly must stop the trafficking network. Not viding them the ability to confront raped by at least five different men, and suf- in our town, not in our city, and not in their abusers, including those who fers from PTSD. our State. knowingly promote and advertise these H.R. 1865, the ‘‘Allow States and Victims to And that is just the way it is. crimes. Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of 2017,’’ to- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, I Mr. Chair, I thank the gentlewoman, gether with Representative WALTERS’s amend- yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from and I am thankful for the bipartisan ment, provides law enforcement, prosecutors, California (Mr. COSTA). leadership in this effort. and courts at every level with the tools they Mr. COSTA. Mr. Chair, I thank the Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chair, I yield 6 min- need to hold responsible each and every bad gentlewoman from Texas (Ms. JACKSON utes to the gentlewoman from Missouri actor who participates in, facilitates, contrib- LEE) for her leadership on this impor- (Mrs. WAGNER), my friend and col- utes to, or profits from this modern-day form of tant issue. league. slavery. Mr. Chair, as the co-chair of the Vic- Mr. Chair, let me just say thank you The proposed legislative combination will tims’ Rights Caucus with my colleague to her for her tireless work on this ef- help defend and protect communities across Congressman TED POE, I am a proud co- fort. the country, guard against the further spread sponsor of this important legislation Mrs. WAGNER. Mr. Chair, I thank of sex trafficking, and provide survivors with a for victims in America who have suf- the gentlewoman from Alabama, my path to justice of their own. fered from these crimes. friend, Mrs. ROBY, for her fearless lead- Mr. Chair, I reserve the balance of A free and open internet, we all be- ership and support on this issue. my time. lieve, is essential to economic growth, Today we bring, Mr. Chair, H.R. 1865, Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chair, I yield 2 min- entrepreneurship, and enterprise in the the Allow States and Victims to Fight utes to the gentleman from Texas (Mr. 21st century, and America leads the Online Sex Trafficking Act, or FOSTA, POE). way. This new technology age has re- to the floor, finally. Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Chair, I thank shaped our lives and allowed for great- Mr. Chair, I want to thank my part- the gentlewoman from Alabama for the er access to learning, greater ability to ners on the other side of the aisle, my time and the work on this bill. shape our own futures as Americans, dear friends, Congresswoman JOYCE Mr. Chair, I also want to thank Mrs. and with economic benefits we could BEATTY and Congresswoman CAROLYN WAGNER from Missouri for sponsoring not have imagined 15 years ago. MALONEY, for their tireless support on this bill, along with the help of our Sadly, there are some people who this effort. friends on the other side. look at these freedoms and the open- The sad truth is that sex trafficking You notice, Mr. Chair, that every- ness of the internet and see ways to ex- is a crime as old as the Nation itself. body who is in line, mostly, who are ploit, abuse, and prey on innocent chil- Over the past few years, Congress has here to speak are women, and I want to dren and teenagers in the name of prof- routinely taken bipartisan action to congratulate the women in Congress, it. It is outrageous, and it is a crime. I fight it, yet sex trafficking seems to because they have taken the lead for am speaking of the scourge of sex traf- continue unabated. This is largely be- making sure that we stop this scourge ficking, which has impacted the lives cause the methods of recruitment and of human sex trafficking. of too many young people in the San sale of sex trafficking victims have Mr. Chair, I also want to thank the Joaquin Valley that I represent and evolved with technology, and U.S. laws different groups, victims groups, throughout America. have remained stagnant. throughout the country who have con- Today, here in Congress, we look Today, when the House votes on tinued to give us input on what we can squarely at traffickers, pimps, and vic- FOSTA, we will be sending a clear mes- do to make laws better. I call those timizers and say we must do a better sage: businesses that sell human beings groups the victims posse, because they job in protecting our citizens. As a re- online can no longer do so with impu- are here all the time rounding us up, sult of this legislation, our laws will no nity. Section 230 of the Communica- talking to us about what they want longer be manipulated and used as a tions Decency Act explicitly allows en- and think is necessary to make life cover for their abuse. No longer will forcement of Federal criminal law, but better for victims. these people be able to hide behind the courts have mistakenly found that it Mr. Chair, according to most, Alexa shield that the internet provides you does not allow robust enforcement of was a normal and well-adjusted 15- when knowingly contributing to this State criminal law. year-old girl, teenager, but like many horrible crime. Last summer, 50 State attorneys gen- young people, she struggled with inse- The Fresno Bee, a local daily news- eral called on Congress to untie their curity and loneliness. So when a hand- paper in the San Joaquin Valley, re- hands to allow them to bring justice to some and sympathetic man reached out cently ran a 6-week-long series about the websites that sell our children and to her on social media, she was imme- human trafficking in the Valley. The the victims. Empowering our State and diately taken in by his kind and com- paper reported that nearly every 16- local prosecutors is in the best inter- forting words. year-old girl in Fresno has been ap- ests of the American people. Federal Most Americans don’t realize that proached at one time or another by sex prosecution is discretionary, and the the evils of human trafficking are all traffickers. Imagine that: nearly every vast majority of crimes are prosecuted around us. Traffickers lurk on the 16-year-old girl in our county. at the State and local level. phones, on computers, and on the Police have seen sex trafficking vic- Most websites engaging in the online internet, constantly searching for vul- tims from every high school in Fresno sex trade are first identified at the nerable victims to lure into their traps. County and most of the junior high local level and should be quickly ad- After months of manipulation, Alexa schools. It is horrible. This is a trag- dressed before they ever reach the size agreed to meet her new online friend. edy, and it cannot and should not be al- of Backpage.com. Without proper State As soon as she got into his car, she re- lowed to continue. and local enforcement, there is no real

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FOSTA will produce more me in this vote to fundamentally I think that the process that FOSTA prosecutions of bad actor websites, transform the fight against online sex has gone through in the Judiciary more convictions, and put more preda- trafficking in America. Committee and now with the Walters tors behind bars. It will provide a Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, I amendment shows how the legislative meaningful criminal deterrent so that yield 3 minutes to the gentlewoman process can be used. fewer businesses will ever enter the sex from Ohio (Mrs. BEATTY), a Democratic The Acting CHAIR. The time of the trade and fewer victims will ever be cosponsor of this legislation. I thank gentlewoman has expired. sold and raped. her very much for her perseverance and Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, I determination. Clarification of section 230 is des- yield an additional 1 minute to the Mrs. BEATTY. Mr. Chair, I would perately needed. In August 2017, the gentlewoman from Ohio. like to thank Congresswoman JACKSON Sacramento Superior Court dismissed Mrs. BEATTY. It shows how the leg- LEE not only for yielding me time, but charges brought against Backpage by islative process can be used to result in the California attorney general, say- for all her scholarship and all of her commitment to making a difference a better product. The bill now has the ing: ‘‘If and until Congress sees fit to support not only of the trafficking vic- amend the immunity law, the broad against sex trafficking. Mr. Chair, today is a proud day for tims’ advocates, but also of law en- reach of section 230 of the Communica- me. I am proud to stand here on this forcement and many of the internet tions Decency Act even applies to House floor to urge the support and and tech companies. those alleged to support the exploi- passage of the Allow States and Vic- So, again, I thank the hard work of tation of others by human trafficking.’’ tims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Congresswoman WAGNER. I want to say Today, Mr. Chair, Congress sees fit to Act, known as FOSTA, as well as the that we won’t solve the problem of amend the immunity law to hold ac- Walters amendment. human trafficking overnight, but if we countable websites that support exploi- Human trafficking and sex traf- get this bill signed into law, we will tation. FOSTA also creates a new ficking is happening in all areas: big make it harder for traffickers to ex- crime targeting websites that are in- cities, little cities, rural and suburban ploit the innocent and we will keep tentionally promoting prostitution, areas, Democratic districts, Repub- countless children, women, and men and it encourages States to use or lican districts. It happens in every con- out of the cycle of abuse. adopt similar laws. gressional district in America, regard- Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chair, I yield 3 min- Unfortunately, sex trafficking ads less of whether that district is red or utes to the gentleman from New Jersey are written to evade law enforcement. blue. (Mr. SMITH). Looking at these ads, you usually can’t Trafficking, Mr. Chair, is a non- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Chair, tell that force, fraud, and coercion partisan issue, and that requires bipar- the internet was never meant to be a were used against the victim or that tisan solutions. And if Congressman zone of impunity for traffickers and the person depicted in the ad is a POE were still here, I would add, ‘‘And their accomplices, including classified minor. that is just the way it is.’’ ad websites, that turn a blind eye to or b 1430 I am so honored to be joined today actively facilitate to profit from the with so many colleagues. I also want to Because indications of knowledge of sex trafficking of children. Yet we are thank Congresswoman ROBY for her sex trafficking are typically hidden, it seeing the internet used as a virtual leadership in managing the time. What slave market. is nearly impossible for prosecutors to an honor it is for me to join the leader- Today, because of ANN WAGNER’s te- demonstrate beyond a reasonable doubt ship of Congresswoman ANN WAGNER, nacity, her courage, her legislative that the website operators knew that not only the sponsor of this bill, but a skill and compassion, and this bipar- the ads involved sex trafficking. This is friend, a colleague, someone who is my tisan effort that, again, comes to the why prosecutors tell me that they classmate. And early on, she started floor to make a major change in law, would oftentimes prefer to use pros- talking about human trafficking, and titution laws instead of sex trafficking we shared our mutual interest; and we we begin taking back the internet from laws when charging these websites. have been, so to say, joined at the hip traffickers by passing H.R. 1865. This Sex trafficking laws are written to ever since. And I could not thank her legislation will also allow those who target pimps, johns, and businesses, enough for all of her leadership. have been hurt to sue. It empowers but are not always the best tool Mr. Chair, it tells you that we must women, especially women, to take against the online sex trade. FOSTA work together. Congresswoman WAG- their cases into court and to get rem- gives prosecutors the freedom to use NER has done that with this legislation edies there as well. both State sex trafficking laws and the and more. So I am very honored to be Today we say no to the status quo State prostitution laws, and lets pros- the lead Democrat. You have heard that allows our children to be bought, ecutors decide how best to do their what the Fighting Online Sex Traf- abused, and sold again with impunity jobs. ficking Act will do, so I won’t go in online. Today we say no to courts Importantly, prosecutors will be able great details with that again. But I slamming the door on trafficking vic- to seek a higher penalty for websites will tell you, it will address a critical tims who want to sue website owners that promote prostitution and reck- problem. complicit in sexual abuse and cruelty. lessly contribute to sex trafficking. On- Our laws have not kept pace with Mr. Chair, the statistics of the Na- line sex trafficking is flourishing in how technology has been used to ex- tional Center for Missing and Exploited America because there are no serious ploit the innocent. The internet has Children show that backpage.com is legal consequences for the websites changed how humans are trafficked. It the subject of the majority of the child that profit from the exploitation of our has taken something that was once trafficking tips that are received in the most vulnerable. done in the streets and made it easier United States. In documents obtained FOSTA, combined with the SESTA and more anonymous. Trafficking on- by subpoena that backpage.com origi- Walters amendment that adds back in line is a well-documented problem, yet nally refused to share—and I see that victim-centered provisions from my we have seen a few websites turn a Mrs. MALONEY will be speaking in a original language, will finally create blind eye, even as they profit on the moment; she and I worked very hard on these serious legal consequences. buying and the selling of children, that as well—Congress has found that Today we are voting to keep our women, and men. backpage.com was removing telltale commitment to trafficking survivors, FOSTA will help solve this in many words and signs of likely human traf- both by empowering them to hold ac- ways, as you have heard. On this last ficking from advertisements on its

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Judges across the exists, and this crime has absolutely Kuola, Honolulu, HI; Glory House of Miami, country wouldn’t even allow civil suits exploded online because it is so profit- Miami, FL; Generate Hope, San Diego, CA; by trafficking victims who were sold able. Refuge for Women Las Vegas, Las Vegas, through backpage.com, as was pointed You can sell a gun once. You can sell NV. out by ANN WAGNER just a moment illegal dope once. But they sell the INDIVIDUAL SIGNATURES ago, all because of a law that was writ- human body over and over again until J.S., Child sex trafficking survivor, Chat- ten before the internet or human traf- they die. tanooga, TN. Tom and Nacole S., Parents of a child sex ficking was really understood: Section The Acting CHAIR (Mr. BURGESS). trafficking survivor, Chattanooga, TN. 230 of the Communications Decency The time of the gentlewoman has ex- Kubiiki Pride, Mother of a child sex traf- Act. pired. ficking survivor, Boston, MA. Today, Congress will change that Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, I Ambassador Swanee Hunt. law. God willing it passes in the Senate yield an additional 1 minute to the Marian Hatcher, Senior Project Manager/ and it will be signed by the President. gentlewoman. Human Trafficking Coordinator, Cook Coun- Today we can protect our children Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New ty Sheriff’s Office, Chicago, IL. York. Mr. Chair, this is an important Penny M. Venetis, Clinical Prof. of Law/Di- and free speech, too. H.R. 1865, as rector, International Human Rights Clinic, amended, will allow State prosecutors issue. I must tell you that we have a Rutgers Law School, Newark, NJ. to prosecute, and it empowers traf- choice. Michelle Madden Dempsey, Professor of ficked women, victims, to sue the mid- This has gone to the courts, and the Law, Villanova University Charles Widger dleman who facilitated and profited courts have said Congress must decide School of Law, Villanova, PA. from their slavery. whether Congress wants to shield cor- Donna M. Hughes, Professor, Eleanor M The status quo of rampant child on- porations, profit-makers, exploiters—I and Oscar M Carlson Endowed Chair, Univer- sity of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI. line sex trafficking is more than unac- would say—murderers of young chil- Jody Raphael, Senior Research Fellow, ceptable; it is absolutely abhorrent to dren online, selling them for sex traf- DePaul University College of Law, Chicago, anyone who believes in human dignity ficking. So if you vote against this bill, IL. and human rights. This is a tremen- you are shielding them. If you vote for Audrey Rogers, Professor of Law, dous bill. Mr. Chair, again, I thank ANN it, you are protecting our children. Elisabeth Haub School of Law, New York, WAGNER for her leadership. This bill removes obstacles for attor- NY. Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, I neys general throughout the country to Katha Pollitt, Columnist, The Nation, New York, NY. yield 2 minutes to the gentlewoman enact State antitrafficking laws. That Sarah Robinson, Public Defender, Defender from New York (Mrs. CAROLYN B. is why 50 attorneys general have sup- Association of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, MALONEY), who joined with Represent- ported it. PA. ative JOYCE BEATTY from Ohio and the Victims and families will be given a Dayle Ann Hunt, Playwright, The Trauma lead sponsor, Congresswoman WAGNER, pathway to justice through private Brain Project, Chicago, IL. to be strong supporters of this legisla- civil action that they have been denied Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New tion. She is an original cosponsor of too long. Over 50 organizations have York. Some corporations, like the bill. come out in support of H.R. 1865, and I Facebook, Sheryl Sandberg, and others Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New include in the RECORD a list of those have stood up and said: Enough is York. Mr. Chair, I thank Congress- organizations. enough; protect our children. woman LEE for yielding and for her ex- Shared Hope International, Arlington, VA; Mr. Chair, I include in the RECORD traordinary leadership on this issue Rights4Girls, Washington, DC; Covenant the following statement from Sheryl and in so many other areas. House International, New York, NY; ECPAT Sandberg of Facebook. Mr. Chair, I rise in strong, strong USA, Washington, DC; World Without Ex- Sex trafficking—particularly of young support of H.R. 1865. It is trans- ploitation, New York, NY; Mary Mazzio & I girls and boys—is one of the most heinous formative legislation. It is important AM JANE DOE Community, Boston, MA; acts that takes place anywhere in the world. Courtney’s House, Washington, DC; Legal and it will save lives. It is a historic Those of us in the United States must recog- Momentum, New York, NY; Equality Now, nize that these deplorable acts of buying and legislative achievement. I thank my New York, NY; National Center on Sexual selling children for sex don’t just happen in colleague ANN WAGNER for her selfless, Exploitation (NCOSE), Washington, DC; My other countries. They happen here all as dedicated, effective leadership in bring- Life My Choice, Boston, MA; Truckers well—right under our noses, on our streets, ing this bill to the floor. I thank my Against Trafficking, Englewood, CO; Sanc- and on the Internet. We all have a responsi- colleagues, JOYCE BEATTY and SHEILA tuary For Families, New York, NY; Traf- bility to do our part to fight this. That’s why JACKSON LEE, Congresswomen ROBY ficking in America Task Force, Gainesville, we at Facebook support efforts to pass FL; CSA San Diego County, El Cajon, CA; and WALTERS, really everyone, and the amended legislation in the House that would Villanova Law School Institute on Commer- leadership of this body for bringing allow responsible companies to continue cial Sexual Exploitation, Villanova, PA; Na- fighting sex trafficking while giving victims this bill to the floor. I hope we should tional Council of Jewish Women New York, the chance to seek justice against companies all pass it. It is important. New York, NY; Dawn’s Place, Philadelphia, that knowingly facilitate such abhorrent This bill clarifies that internet com- PA; Child’s World America, Villanova, PA; acts. panies that actively advertise the sale Freedom From Exploitation, Inc., San Diego, I care deeply about this issue and I’m so of trafficking victims, many of whom CA. thankful to all the advocates who are fight- are children and minors, are not pro- Women’s Justice NOW, New York, NY; ing tirelessly to make sure we put a stop to tected by the Communications Decency Children’s Law Center of California, Sac- trafficking while helping victims get the ramento, CA; Carole Landis Foundation For Act, Section 230. When Congress en- support they need. Facebook is committed to Social Action, Haverford, PA; The Voices working with them and with legislators in acted it 22 years ago, it never, never in- and Faces Project, Chicago, IL; NH Traffick the House and Senate as the process moves tended to make the internet into a red- Free Coalition, Milford, NH; The Samaritan forward to make sure we pass meaningful light zone and a protected area to Women, Baltimore, MD; Free to Thrive, San and strong legislation to stop sex traf- shield sex traffickers and corporations Diego, CA; Enough Is Enough, Great Falls, ficking. from selling our young people, many of VA; The Lynch Foundation for Children, The Acting CHAIR. The time of the Ranchero Santa Fe, CA; Bags of Hope Min- whom are stolen, doped, forced into sex gentlewoman has again expired. trafficking, and then protect them istries, Boston, MA; Hope Ranch For Women, Wichita, KS; Wings of Refuge, Iowa Falls, IA; Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, I from the appeals of their parents for North Star Initiative, Lititz, PA; Zoe¨ Min- yield an additional 30 seconds to the some type of justification, some type istries, Greenwood, DE; Abolition Ohio, Day- gentlewoman. of recognition of the harm that they ton, OH; Arrow Child & Family Ministries, Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New have caused. Baltimore, MD; Consumer Watchdog, Wash- York. Mr. Chair, today, 22 years after

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We support that. urge my colleagues to do the same. I urge a strong ‘‘no’’ vote. Let’s make But we never intended section 230 to This legislation will finally make a it unanimous. Let’s show the world, protect people who are trafficking in meaningful difference in combating on- the courts, the families, the victims human beings, who are abusing chil- line sex trafficking. For too long, bad where we stand. dren, who are prostituting children. actor websites have operated with im- Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chair, I yield 3 min- Really, modern slavery. It is an out- punity in selling young women and utes to the gentlewoman from Wash- rage. girls forced into the commercial sale of ington (Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS), our And when we saw the court cases sex. They have, beyond any shadow of a fearless leader, the chairman of our about Backpage where they basically doubt, profited off the misery of others. conference. used the CDA as a shield for action They have convinced courts to mis- that was absolutely criminal, in my apply the Communications Decency b 1445 judgment, those guys belong in prison, Act, a Federal law that was originally Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS. Mr. as far as I am concerned. The good intended to encourage websites to po- Chairman, I thank the gentlewoman news is that the bill drafted by Rep- lice content and rid platforms of illegal for yielding me time, for her tremen- resentative WAGNER actually fixes this content. They have misused the Com- dous leadership; the leadership of the problem. munications Decency Act as a shield to We just got a letter from the U.S. De- gentlewoman from Missouri; and so avoid criminal liability in State partment of Justice. I just received it. many more. courts. This is what they say: ‘‘Every day, Mr. Chairman, I rise today in support Given the number of local websites trafficking victims in America appear of the Allow States and Victims to that are deliberately selling women in online advertisements that are used Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of and children for sex, we must now take to sell them for sex. The Department 2017. steps to allow Federal, State, and local works diligently to hold traffickers ac- There is no question that human sex prosecutors to hold these websites ac- countable for their crimes but faces se- trafficking is one of the most signifi- countable and dismantle these illicit, cant epidemics that we face today. It rious challenges.’’ It goes on to say that the ‘‘high evi- heinous online markets. often takes place in our own back- H.R. 1865 will ensure vigorous crimi- yards, like in my district in eastern dentiary standard needed’’ is a prob- lem; but it also says that that bill, as nal enforcement against bad actor Washington. It targets our children, websites by creating a new Federal law families, friends, and neighbors. drafted and reported from the Judici- ary Committee, addresses the issues to prosecute these sites and explicitly Fortunately, there are so many orga- permitting States the ability to en- nizations, and I am grateful for those that are preventing prosecution, and it ‘‘would take meaningful steps to end force comparable laws. in eastern Washington who have the industry of advertising trafficking While the Federal code does not stepped up—the Coalition to Abolish victims for commercial sex.’’ criminalize the knowing advertisement Human Trafficking—working to stop I would just like to say thanks to the of sex trafficking, this statute is, un- these horrific and heartbreaking authors of the bill, as well as the Judi- fortunately, of limited utility. Nearly crimes. ciary Committee, on which I serve. We all websites responsible for rampant This bill will help fight online human worked together on a bipartisan basis sex trafficking advertisements host ads trafficking through websites like to make adjustments. We had hearings that rarely, if ever, state that the vic- Backpage, that serve as an illicit so that we could have this bill that the tim being sold is either underage or forum for traffickers. Department of Justice says will allow subject to force, fraud, or coercion. I also rise in support of the amend- them to successfully go after these Therefore, this bill takes measures to ment by my friend MIMI WALTERS from guys who are trafficking these children target websites that are deliberately California, which I believe is crucial to and other victims. promoting and facilitating prostitu- the success of this bill. A word of caution, however, and I tion. By strengthening section 230 of the will talk about this later when the Additionally, H.R. 1865 provides for Communications Decency Act, we can amendment comes up, on the Walters an aggravated violation that applies to restore victims’ access to justice and amendment. websites that promote prostitution in hold accountable tech companies and The Justice Department says in this reckless disregard of the fact that sex online websites that make human traf- letter that they believe ‘‘any revision trafficking is occurring on their plat- ficking easier and knowingly turn a . . . to define ‘participation in a ven- form. blind eye. ture’ is unnecessary,’’ and, in fact, that I want to highlight, Mr. Chairman, We know these websites have the the ‘‘new language would impact pros- an amendment that will be offered to ability to sensor content, and we see it ecutions by effectively creating addi- this legislation. Though I applaud my in the political world every day. So tional elements.’’ In fact, they say the colleague’s dedication to this issue and why can’t they work harder to sensor amendment will make it harder to fully appreciate the suffering of vic- and remove posts related to sex traf- prosecute. tims, I have concerns about this ficking and enslavement of other We get told in law school that bad amendment which states that the pro- human beings? cases make bad law. One of the ways to visions of the bill apply regardless of This isn’t hard. It is common sense avoid that is to have the committee whether the conduct alleged occurred to hold websites accountable for the process work through it. That did not or is alleged to have occurred before, crimes committed on their sites. happen in the case of the amendment on, or after such date of enactment. We all must work together to put an that will be offered later. Had regular order been followed, Mr. end to human sex trafficking, which is So based on the Justice Department’s Chairman, the Judiciary Committee why I urge my colleagues to support admonition, I am grateful to their cele- would certainly have fixed this issue, the Walters amendment and the under- bration of the underlying bill, and I am which I believe could subject this legis- lying bill. mindful of their warning that the lation to a constitutional challenge Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, I amendment could undo all of the good under the ex post facto clause, a con- yield 3 minutes to the gentlewoman work that we have done on a bipartisan cern shared by the Justice Department. from California (Ms. LOFGREN), a mem- basis. I hope we have an opportunity to fix ber of the Judiciary Committee, a dis- Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chairman, I yield this problem as we move forward with tinguished Member, who is the ranking such time as he may consume to the the bill, and I include in the RECORD a

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GOODLATTE, equivalent to Section 1591, we are also mind- Ashton Talley and Arissa Farmer, both Chairman, Committee on the Judiciary, ful that this language could have unintended from my district, the First District of House of Representatives, Washington, DC. consequences as applied by the States. Arkansas, who were taken for the pur- DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: This letter presents Section 4 of H.R. 1865 also sets forth crit- the views of the Department of Justice (De- pose of being trafficked, but, thank- ical revisions to the CDA to permit state partment) on H.R. 1865, the ‘‘Allow States fully, were rescued before being lost in prosecutors to bring criminal actions related and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking this abominable trade. to sex trafficking and the use of the internet Act of 2017.’’ The Department supports H.R. These young women were sought on- with the intent to promote or facilitate pros- 1865. We applaud House and Senate legisla- line by men preying on thousands of tive efforts to address the use of websites to titution. The Department believes that the underage minors. Their stories, sadly, existence of this exception to the CDA will facilitate sex trafficking and to protect and mirror one another and those of count- restore victims who were sold for sex online. alter the landscape of the industry involved in advertising prostitution. less other minors across America. The Department appreciates this oppor- Both were courted online by older CONSTITUTIONAL CONCERN tunity to provide technical assistance to en- men and believed they were engaging sure that these goals are fully met through We note that Section 4 of H.R. 1865 states in harmless friendships. In both in- narrowly tailored legislation. The Depart- that the changes to the CDA ‘‘shall apply re- ment also notes that a provision in the bill gardless of whether the conduct alleged oc- stances, these men traveled to my dis- raises a serious constitutional concern. curred [sic], or is alleged to have occurred, trict from other States to take Ashton Every day, trafficking victims in America before, on, or after such date of enactment.’’ and Arissa to Washington State and appear in online advertisements that are This raises a serious constitutional concern. Nebraska, respectively, for their hor- used to sell them for sex. The Department Insofar as this bill would ‘‘impose[] a punish- rific purposes. works diligently to hold the traffickers ac- ment for an act which was not punishable at It is believed that, for one of the vic- countable for their crimes but faces serious the time it was committed’’ or ‘‘impose[] ad- tims, her eventual destination was to challenges. This is due in part to the high ditional punishment to that then prescribed’’ evidentiary standard needed to bring federal be the Super Bowl in Minneapolis, it would violate the Constitution’s Ex Post which reportedly draws an increase in criminal charges for advertising sex traf- Facto Clause. Cummings v. Missouri, 4 Wall. ficking, but also because the Communica- 277, 325–326 (1867); see Beazell v. Ohio, 269 U.S. trafficking activity for big events like tions Decency Act (CDA), codified at 47 167, 169–170 (1925); U.S. Const. art I, § 9, cl. 3. that. In the other case, the victim was U.S.C. § 230, bars our state and local partners The Department objects to this provision be- one of over 8,000 minors sought online from bringing any criminal action that is in- cause it is unconstitutional. We would wel- by her predator. consistent with that section. H.R. 1865 ad- come the opportunity to work with Congress Mr. Chairman, these girls are not un- dresses both issues and would take meaning- to address this serious constitutional con- like our own children. They are kids ful steps to end the industry of advertising cern. that we all see in our schools, our trafficking victims for commercial sex. Thank you for the opportunity to present churches, and our neighborhoods. We TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE our views in support of this legislation. We must take the necessary steps like Section 3(a) of the bill creates 18 U.S.C. hope this information is helpful, and we look H.R. 1865 to protect America’s children § 2421A, a new federal offense that prohibits forward to continuing to work with Congress the use or operation of websites (and other on this important legislation. Please do not from these repugnant individuals. means or facilities of interstate commerce) hesitate to contact this office if we may pro- This bill will not be the end-all for with the intent to promote or facilitate pros- vide additional assistance regarding this or stamping out this unfortunate segment titution. The bill also provides for an aggra- any other matter. The Office of Management of society. We must all recognize this vated felony if the defendant recklessly dis- and Budget has advised us that from the per- despicable act for what it is and work regards that the crime contributed to sex spective of the Administration’s program, together to protect our youth by enact- trafficking as prohibited by 18 U.S.C. there is no objection to submission of this ing responsible policy and becoming § 1591(a). Section 2421A would stand as a letter. educated in the tactics used by preda- strong complement to existing federal laws. Sincerely, tors to groom and lure our children. However, the Department notes that Sec- STEPHEN E. BOYD, tion 2421A as originally drafted is broader Assistant Attorney General. Mr. Chairman, I urge my colleagues to support this bill, and I remain com- than necessary because it would extend to Mr. GOODLATTE. Nevertheless, Mr. situations where there is a minimal federal mitted to fighting the ongoing practice interest, such as to instances in which an in- Chairman, I will support this bill since of sex trafficking. dividual person uses a cell phone to manage its strong reforms will allow State and Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chairman, I local commercial sex transactions involving local prosecutors to vigorously enforce yield myself the balance of my time consenting adults. Therefore, the Depart- the law against some of the worst and offer a closing to this important ment would support amending the language criminals in society today. legislation. of Section 2421A so that Congress can clarify This bill will allow law enforcement Mr. Chairman, as indicated, I had of- its intent to target traffickers using or oper- to effectively dismantle this lucrative, fered an amendment that would have ating interactive computer services, as fol- expansive, immoral, reprehensible mar- lows (with a corresponding change to allowed victims of sex trafficking to 2421A(b)): ‘‘Whoever, using a facility or ket. Our children and vulnerable file civil action in State courts under means of interstate or foreign commerce or women are not commodities to be sold. the same conditions set forth in the in or affecting interstate or foreign com- This legislation emphatically affirms underlying bill for Federal/civil ac- merce, owns, manages, or operates an inter- that fact. It will truly make a dif- tions. active computer service, as defined in Sec- ference. I believe, however, that we have laid tion 230(f) of Title 47, United States Code, or I would like to commend my col- a stupendous foundation for innocent conspires or attempts to do so, with the in- league Mrs. WAGNER from Missouri and victims and that we will have an oppor- tent to promote or facilitate prostitution her dedicated staff for their work on shall be fined under this title, imprisoned for tunity to work with all of our friends not more than 15 years, or both.’’ this legislation and for their continued who fought so hard for this legislation. The Department believes that any revision dedication to combatting sex traf- So again, I want to take the oppor- to 18 U.S.C. § 1591 to define ‘‘participation in ficking and supporting victims. tunity to thank Congresswoman WAG- a venture’’ is unnecessary. Section 1591 al- Mr. Chairman, I encourage my col- NER and her cosponsors, and as well ready sets an appropriately high burden of leagues to support this important leg- Congresswoman MALONEY and Con- proof, particularly in cases involving adver- islation. gresswoman BEATTY, and the work that tising. Under current law, prosecutors must Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chair, I yield 3 min- we have done in the Judiciary Com- prove that the defendant knowingly bene- utes to the gentleman from Arkansas fitted from participation in a sex trafficking mittee through a period of coming to- venture, knew that the advertisement re- (Mr. CRAWFORD). gether, I believe, is extremely con- lated to commercial sex, and knew that the Mr. CRAWFORD. Mr. Chairman, I structive. advertisement involved a minor or the use of thank the gentlewoman for yielding It is so constructive that we have any force, fraud, or coercion. See Backpage.com, time to me. number of support letters. I include in

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The Walters AND CEO, NATIONAL CENTER FOR MISSING amendment offered by Representative Mimi amendment echoes language from the Stop AND EXPLOITED CHILDREN Walters which mirrors S. 1693 ‘‘Stop Ena- Enabling Sex Traffickers Act of 2017 REGARDING HOUSE ACTION ON LEGISLATION TO bling Sex Trafficking Act 2017’’ (SESTA), (SESTA), S. 1693 sponsored in the Senate by PROVIDE JUSTICE TO CHILD SEX TRAFFICKING each member of the House has the oppor- Rob Portman (R–OH) and Richard VICTIMS—FEBRUARY 23, 2018 tunity to send an ‘enough is enough’ clarion Blumenthal (D–CT). message to sites who exploit and traffic vul- ‘‘Every day, thousands of children and The National Center for Missing & Ex- adults are being illegally bought and sold on- ploited Children is pleased that the House of nerable children and women and to the fed- eral courts who have failed to properly inter- line, and the websites that facilitate these Representatives is scheduled to consider transactions have been able to hide behind Representative Ann Wagner’s Allow States pret Congress’s original intent for #230 An overwhelming ‘yes’ vote by the House will legislation that was never designed to shel- and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking ter this kind of activity,’’ said Lauren Hersh, Act (H.R. 1865) next week. We strongly urge say to child victims, ‘we hear you, we see you and we are standing with you by pro- national director of WorldWE. ‘‘WorldWE all Members to support the crucial amend- and our members are incredibly grateful to ment offered by Representative Mimi Wal- viding the necessary legislative remedy to seek justice,’’ continued Hughes, who ap- Reps. Wagner and Walters and Sens. ters, which makes long needed updates to Portman and Blumenthal, among many oth- the Communications Decency Act (CDA) to plauded the resolution last week set forth unanimously by the Kentucky House of Rep- ers, for listening to the voices of survivors ensure that children trafficked for sex online and driving meaningful change with so much resentatives, which requested and petitioned can have their day in court against online bipartisan support. The urgency we are see- the U.S. Congress to amend sections of the traffickers and to clarify that there is no ing to stop human trafficking at the highest Community Decency Act (CDA 230) to ‘‘per- legal protection for anyone who participates levels of our government is truly inspiring.’’ in the sex trafficking of children. mit the prosecution of interactive computer With the growth of the Internet, human We especially thank Senators Rob service providers.’’ trafficking that once happened mainly on In 2016, during his candidacy, Donald Portman and Richard Blumenthal for their street corners has largely shifted online. Ac- Trump signed EIE’s Children’s Internet Safe- powerful leadership in authoring the Stop cording to the National Center for Missing & Enabling Sex Traffickers Act (S. 1693), which ty Presidential Pledge in which he promised Exploited Children, 73 percent of the 10,000 is the basis for Representative Walters’ to ‘‘aggressively enforce existing federal child sex trafficking reports it receives from amendment, and for their ongoing support of laws to prevent the sexual exploitation of the public each year involve ads on the the child survivors, their families, and the children online, including the obscenity, website Backpage.com. The anonymity and coalition of advocacy organizations who child pornography, sexual predation & sex ease with which victims can be bought and. serve these survivors. trafficking laws.’’ Ms. Hughes added, ‘‘We sold on the Internet has created a multibil- We look forward to continuing to work strongly urge the House to pass the FOSTA- lion-dollar industry, and a tremendous surge with Members of Congress to bring this legis- SESTA compromise package and move it to in exploitation across the United States. lation to a vote on the House Floor and the Senate, offering hope to and justice for ‘‘The illegal sex trade is no less odious sim- through the Senate so that it can get to the those who have suffered from this uncon- ply because it is operating on the Web,’’ said President’s desk to be signed into law. scionable act of human exploitation.’’ Anne K. Ream, founding co-chair of SESTA, originally introduced by Senators Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, I in- WorldWE. ‘‘Wherever it happens, whenever it Portman and Blumenthal currently has 67 happens, human trafficking is an industry in clude in the RECORD a letter from bipartisan Senate co-sponsors and is en- which profits are built on human pain. We Enough is Enough. dorsed by the Internet Association (IA), as is need public policies that are responsive to For Immediate Release: February 26, 2018 H.R. 1865. the current face of trafficking, which is why ENOUGH IS ENOUGH CALLS ON THE U.S. HOUSE In 2013, Enough Is Enough voiced strong passage of FOSTA with the Walters amend- OF REPRESENTATIVES TO PASS CRITICAL support of the effort of The National Asso- ment is so critical.’’ LEGISLATION TO HOLD WEBSITES ACCOUNT- ciation of Attorneys General (49 Attorneys ‘‘We urge the House to pass FOSTA with ABLE FOR KNOWINGLY FACILITATING SEX General) calling on Congress to support a the Walters amendment and send the bill to TRAFFICKING simple two word amendment that would en- the Senate for adoption,’’ said Nikki Bell, able state prosecutors to help fight prostitu- STATEMENT BY DONNA RICE HUGHES, PRESIDENT founder and director of Living in Freedom tion and child sex trafficking. Unfortu- & CEO, ENOUGH IS ENOUGH Together (LIFT), a survivor-led organiza- nately, Congress failed to act, resulting in tion. ‘‘We are hoping after today, we will be GREAT FALLS, VA.—H.R. 1865, the Fight more years of untold trauma and exploi- one step closer to bringing justice to sur- Online Sex Trafficking Act of 2017 (FOSTA), tation for trafficking victims and huge prof- vivors and disrupting the profitable model of originally introduced by Representative Ann its for websites and interactive service pro- online trafficking in our country.’’ Wagner, is scheduled for an historic floor viders. To learn more about WorldWE, hear sur- vote on Tuesday. The need for legislation to Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, I also vivor stories, donate, and join our movement clarify Section 230 of the Communication’s to create a world without exploitation, Decency Act (CDA) is necessary given the 1st include in the RECORD a letter from please visit http:// Circuit ruling in Doe v Backpage which held World Without Exploitation with www.worldwithoutexploitation.org./ that even if Backpage had participated in many, many signatures. ABOUT WORLD WITHOUT EXPLOITATION the crime of sex trafficking, Section 230 For Immediate Release shielded the company from the claims filed World Without Exploitation (WorldWE) is by child victims. NATIONAL ANTI-TRAFFICKING COALITION a national coalition of more than 100 organi- ‘‘The urgency to amend Section 230 of the URGES CONGRESS TO PASS FOSTA WITH zations and individuals committed to human Communications Decency Act is long over- SECTION 230 PROVISION TO CURB ONLINE SEX rights, civil rights, and gender justice. due,’’ said EIE President Donna Rice Hughes. TRAFFICKING—AS INTERNET DEMAND EX- WordWE’s mission is to create a world where ‘‘Section 230, originally known as the Good PLODES, WORLD WITHOUT EXPLOITATION no person is bought, sold or exploited. The Samaritan Defense, was intended to protect CALLS ON NATIONAL LAWMAKERS TO SUP- coalition aims to create a culture where those who have been trafficked or sexually children from the online exploitation. Unfor- PORT SURVIVORS AND STEM THE TIDE OF exploited are treated as victims of a crime, tunately, it has been anything but a Good HUMAN TRAFFICKING BY HOLDING WEBSITES not criminals themselves, while those who Samaritan immunity for responsible Inter- ACCOUNTABLE purchase, sell or exploit another human net service and content providers, and in- NEW YORK, NY—FEBRUARY 26, 2018—World being are punished. stead has been misused by third party Without Exploitation (WorldWE), the na- websites like backpage.com as a Trojan tional coalition to end human trafficking Ms. JACKSON LEE. What was it like horse to knowingly facilitate sex and traf- and exploitation, today urges members of before this legislation? Simply, J.S., ficking with women in children,’’ said Ms. Congress to pass legislation that would clar- who is documented in the film ‘‘Jane Hughes. ‘‘There must be accountability in ify Section 230 of the Communications De- Doe,’’ will tell you. A bright young the form of state and local criminal and civil cency Act and allow state law enforcement lady, 15 years old, ran on the track liability for such sites which have been re- and survivors to seek justice against team here in this area and, for her own ferred to by prosecutors as an ‘online broth- websites that knowingly engage in facili- enthusiasm, went to Seattle, Wash- el.’ Its time to put the dignity of women and tating human trafficking. The bill will help children over corporate profit,’’ said Hughes. disrupt sex trafficking in the United States, ington. For years, EIE has encouraged Congress to much of which has shifted from the streets When she went to Seattle, Wash- amend Section 230 due to a series of dev- to the Internet. ington, it would have been nice if a astating rulings in multiple court cases over The Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of kind soul had found her, but that was the years which have misinterpreted Section 2017 (FOSTA), H.R. 1865, was introduced by not the case.

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For far too long, we have seen she trusted the 32-year-old, he quickly world of sex trafficking and prostitu- a stark rise in the use of the internet turned on her and raped her, and he tion, a life she never knew she would be to buy and sell trafficking victims and would post explicit pictures of her in involved in. minors for sex. an ad on Backpage.com, and she was Graphic images were taken of her This sick industry has been allowed forced to continue to have sex for and placed on the internet against her to prosper because, due to broad inter- money. will. She was forced to perform sexual pretation of existing law, there have b 1500 favors multiple times every day been no serious legal consequences for throughout Dallas’ surrounding areas. websites that turn a profit by selling One would think that there was re- Escape was not easy. She was cut off human beings. Today it is incumbent lief. But when her family sought to file from her family. Her boyfriend-turned- upon us to stop this horrifying injus- in court, she lost. She lost. Only pimp limited her phone calls to johns tice by passing H.R. 1865 to finally give through the work of Congress has her and did not allow her to have money. prosecutors the tools they need to case been able to move forward on an Somehow she found an opportunity to crack down on sites that promote and appeal. get away, and she never looked back. participate in the human sex trade. So the work that we have done is After many years of living in silence, Mr. Chairman, I call on all my col- vital to saving lives and to restoring Kathy decided to journal her experi- leagues to support this legislation lives. I am inspired and energized by ence. The journal became a book, today and to send a clear message that the countless survivors, many of whom which became a stage play. Kathy we will no longer tolerate this evil, I have seen today and many of whom I found her voice and is now an inspira- atrocious behavior, and we will no have joined with last Monday in my tional speaker who hopes to use her longer be complicit in letting these bad district. story to encourage others to join the actors get away with these hateful As a leader in the fight against fight. crimes against humanity. human and sex trafficking and ranking Images of Kathy’s horrific past linger Mr. Chairman, I yield back the bal- member of the Subcommittee on on. She said: ance of my time. Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, Sites like Backpage have chosen to revic- Mr. COSTA. Mr. Chair, I include in the and Investigations, I am painfully fa- timize survivors and keep us in bondage by RECORD these excerpts from a series of arti- miliar with the pervasiveness of sex refusing to remove images taken against our cles entitled ‘‘Slaves of the Sex Trade’’ by trafficking in my own State of Texas, will. Rory Appleton from the Fresno Bee: ‘‘Don’t kid which has become a hotbed of human Kathy hopes that one day the voices yourself. Sex slaves are all around us—and trafficking in the city of Houston. of survivors will be heard. Well, we you may know some of them’’ (November 2, Among law enforcement and human hear Kathy today. Congress hears her. 2017), ‘‘She was a hospital worker. He sold trafficking authorities, Houston is We hear the voices of the victims re- her for sex before, during and after her shifts’’ known as a hub of human trafficking, maining in physical and mental bond- (November 2, 2017), ‘‘Police: ’Every 16-year- not because of the lack of concern and age. old girl in Fresno’ has been targeted by sex energy in my law enforcement and so- So, in conclusion, let me say, as we trade recruiters’’ (November 9, 2017), ‘‘Once cial service community. It is just an hear the voices of the survivors, we re- sold for sex, she now helps lead the fight epicenter because of the ability for alize the importance of our First against human trafficking’’ (November 15, people to come because of the warm Amendment and the ability of free ex- 2017), ‘‘How do you rescue women forced to weather, for children who have aged pression. But we know that the tor- walk the streets at night? It’s not easy’’ (No- out of foster care, and for others who ment that these victims are going vember 16, 2017), ‘‘To break the cycle of chil- are victims of human trafficking. through, the PTSD that they are suf- dren sold for sex, the legal system is trying The highest number of calls to the fering, really is a statement of impor- something new’’ (November 28, 2017), ‘‘All of National Human Trafficking Hotline in tance for H.R. 1865 that allows States us must help beat the scourge of human traf- Texas comes from Houston, and a and victims to fight online sex traf- ficking. Here’s what you can do’’ (December 7, study conducted by the University of ficking and to work with all of those 2017). The full series can be found at http:// Texas stated that there are more than who have worked so hard on this bill, www.fresnobee.com/news/special-reports/ 300,000 victims of human trafficking in from our Judiciary Committee to the human-trafficking/. Texas, including almost 79,000 minors. Senate Judiciary Committee to the These seven articles demonstrate the im- The story of Kathy, right here in sponsors, and to go forward building on pact of sex trafficking on our communities. I Houston, in the few minutes I have this legislation with more legislation, commend the Fresno Bee on their important left, I would like to share the story of more victims being able to work with reporting. a young woman named Kathy who us, and, finally, Mr. Chairman, to be [From the Fresno Bee, Nov. 2, 2017] moved to Houston in 1994 with her fam- able to stomp out and extinguish DON’T KID YOURSELF. SEX SLAVES ARE ALL ily. Kathy was raised to be strong and human trafficking, sex trafficking, and AROUND US—AND YOU MAY KNOW SOME OF independent. She was very involved in online trafficking. THEM a church community and ROTC. So in This is a powerful nation. There is no (By Rory Appleton) the few minutes I have remaining, I reason why we cannot do this. I look Rebecca Rodriguez-Brown still remembers will share the story of Kathy. forward to that effort. With that, I ask the room where he imprisoned her—the She graduated from high school with for a vote of ‘‘yes’’ on this bill. charming man she met and fell in love with hopes of pursuing a career in jour- I want to say that Mrs. MALONEY, while still a teenager. She mapped it out nalism, but she became a victim of sex who sounded as if she said vote ‘‘no,’’ with her hands as she sat in a central Fresno trafficking. Like most girls, she want- really meant to say she wants a re- office nearly 20 years later. ed to be loved. She met a charming ‘‘They would have a little microwave sounding ‘‘yes’’ on this legislation as there, and they would have a little ice chest young man who treated her like she well. right there by the sink,’’ she said. ‘‘I still re- had never been treated before. Mr. Chairman, I yield back the bal- member the color of the ice chest.’’ After a fairytale year, her Prince ance of my time. Rodriguez-Brown isn’t sure whether the Charming proposed something Kathy Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chairman, I yield room was in an apartment or hotel. But she felt she could not refuse: a promising myself the balance of my time. does remember that for seven months she job with his company, an administra- Mr. Chairman, I again want to thank was kept in this room under guard and forced to perform whatever sex act the tive position that would triple her in- my colleague, ANN WAGNER, for all of come and provide financial security for her hard work on this very, very im- strangers entering the room asked for. The room was punishment for refusing to do the her future. It seemed like a dream portant piece of legislation. same at her trafficker’s home. Her captors come true. It is our responsibility here in Con- brought her all of her meals. If she defied The job was in Dallas. Despite her gress to provide the strongest, most ef- them, she’d be beaten—sometimes with her initial hesitation, she saw the offer as fective tools possible to confront, pun- hands bound.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:29 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K27FE7.061 H27FEPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with HOUSE H1300 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE February 27, 2018 The Bee normally does not identify the That’s how the vice unit of the Fresno Po- for dealing with the crime and harsher pen- victims of sexual assault, however Rodri- lice Department found her. Today, these alties for traffickers. Local law enforcement guez-Brown agreed to be named. strangers were both undercover officers. To- found success against traffickers by treating Her story is not uncommon in Fresno, or night, she will be safe. girls and women in the sex trade as victims, anywhere in the world. It is one of cyclical ‘‘She said she hasn’t eaten in five days,’’ not complicit criminals. abuse, habitual arrest and unspeakable trau- Sgt. Curt Chastain said. ‘‘No real family—an Over the past few years, a growing network ma. Women and children are bought and sold unreported runaway. She’s in the sex trade of advocates has added new avenues of help every day in Fresno—online, in street cor- to survive.’’ for the hundreds of women who are traf- ners, while at school. They are raped, brand- ‘‘She wants help,’’ he continued. ‘‘She ficked. These groups have provided victims ed and beaten. They are taught that they are wants to be in school, but mom won’t sign with shelter, counseling and the tools to re- the problem, not the people who force them her up.’’ build their lives. into this life—causing psychological scars One of Chastain’s undercover detectives Many who work with human trafficking that may never heal. confirmed this is not a rare occurrence. victims consider the practice to be modern- It is what many refer to as ‘‘modern-day ‘‘I’ve had (sex trafficking) victims from day slavery. If that’s true, this advocacy co- slavery.’’ every high school in Fresno County—and alition is the underground railroad. Full article is available at: http:// most junior high schools,’’ the detective Full article available at: http:// www.fresnobee.com/news/special-reports/ said. The Fresno Bee is not identifying him www.fresnobee.com/news/special-reports/ human-trafficking/article182090031.html due to the sensitivity of his work. These human-trafficking/article184943793.html traffickers, he added, use a variety of tactics [From the Fresno Bee, Nov. 2, 2017] to lure children and young women into ‘‘the [From the Fresno Bee, Nov. 28, 2017] SHE WAS A HOSPITAL WORKER. HE SOLD HER life.’’ TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF CHILDREN SOLD FOR FOR SEX BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER HER Full article available at: http:// SEX, THE LEGAL SYSTEM IS TRYING SOME- SHIFTS www.fresnobee.com/news/special-reports/ THING NEW (By Rory Appleton) human-trafficking/article183592286.html (By Rory Appleton) At her lowest point, the days seemed to Defense attorney Kristin Maxwell remem- stretch on forever. Eight hours a day as a [From the Fresno Bee, Nov. 15, 2017] bers when a client came to her Fresno office hospital administrator, five hours—some- ONCE SOLD FOR SEX, SHE NOW HELPS LEAD shortly after being discharged from a hos- times more—as a prostitute. THE FIGHT AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING pital. He would wake her up at 4 a.m. to walk the (By Rory Appleton) The teenage girl had been beaten, raped streets. She hated it—not that the house Arien Pauls doesn’t look like someone and dumped in a neighboring county. Police calls were much better. But when she begged who’s been through hell. found her unconscious, lying naked in an to stop, he would convince her the fault was She flashes an easy smile as she speaks. alley. ‘‘There are some parts of the body that hers. Eventually, she would apologize and Her voice is soft, but her words are delib- bruise easily, and some that don’t,’’ said allow him to drop her off before the sun was erate and flow with eloquence. She has a dis- Maxwell, who’s worked in the Fresno County up. tinct rockabilly style, with one arm bearing ‘‘He wanted at least $300 before I went to Public Defender’s office for 11 years. ‘‘Look- a tattoo modeled from Disney’s ‘‘The Little work at the hospital,’’ she said. ing at her, you knew she had been through Mermaid’’ and a hair clip featuring two large So she would work the streets for three it. She had been beaten really badly.’’ pink roses. hours before starting an eight-hour day This case stands out for its brutality, Max- Looking at her, it’s hard to imagine that a scheduling appointments in the nephrology well said. But it was the sheer number of man she loved forced her into slavery. For unit of a San Diego hospital—a job she had human trafficking cases crossing her desk four years, Pauls was sold for sex on streets enjoyed before she met him. He eventually when she took control of the Public Defend- and in hotel rooms across the western half of forced her to have sex with men during her er’s juvenile office in 2015 that shocked her the United States. She was barred from con- lunch break, in addition to before and after into action. tacting her friends or family. She was ar- work. On the weekends, he took her to The legal community has partnered with rested multiple times and treated like a neighboring cities—a common tactic to advocacy groups, law enforcement and the criminal—a stigma that even now, five years avoid law enforcement or reach a new clien- Fresno County Probation Department to im- later, is difficult to shake. tele. prove the criminal justice system in an ef- Her worst moments seem unimaginable. ‘‘If it were up to him, I would have never fort to get children out of the sex trade per- Pauls’ trafficker—a man she believed to be slept,’’ she said. manently. Their work will soon bear fruit: The mood-altering drug Xanax helped with her boyfriend—refused to take her to a hos- On Jan. 19, Fresno County’s juvenile court the anxiety stemming from the intense guilt pital when one of the men he sold her to will establish a courtroom dedicated solely she felt. She was ashamed to talk to her raped her. When she became pregnant with to human trafficking cases. friends and family—not that she could have her trafficker’s baby, he forced her into an This new court—patterned after similar if she wanted to. He had her phone now, and illegal, late-term abortion. When her reeling courts in Sacramento, Los Angeles and other he made sure she never heard about her body began to produce breast milk after the California counties—will allow a judge with mother’s attempts to contact her. abortion, her trafficker saw it as a money- specialized training to work with the various This woman, now 34, is one of thousands maker: Those with certain fetishes would partner agencies to ensure children caught who are sex-trafficked in California each pay extra now, he told her. up in the sex trade receive help that’s cus- year and one of hundreds of victims now liv- It took a daring late-night escape—her tomized for their needs. ing in the central San Joaquin Valley. trafficker’s SUV roaring behind her getaway Full article available at: http:// Full article available at: http:// car on a Las Vegas street—to get out of that www.fresnobee.com/news/special-reports/ www.fresnobee.com/news/special-reports/ life. But once she returned to Fresno, her ar- human-trafficking/article186937063.html human-trafficking/article182089821.html rest record kept her from working in her chosen career, and she has struggled with [From the Fresno Bee, Dec. 7, 2017] the mental scars inflicted during her past [From the Fresno Bee, Nov. 9, 2017] ALL OF US MUST HELP BEAT THE SCOURGE OF life. POLICE: ‘EVERY 16-YEAR-OLD GIRL IN FRESNO’ HUMAN TRAFFICKING. HERE’S WHAT YOU Full article available at: http:// HAS BEEN TARGETED BY SEX TRADE RE- CAN DO www.fresnobee.com/news/special-reports/ CRUITERS human-trafficking/article184943988.html (By Rory Appleton) (By Rory Appleton) Pimps have ensnared Fresno middle-school It was about 2 p.m. on a Tuesday when the [From the Fresno Bee, Nov. 16, 2017] students who were selling their bodies for 15-year-old girl left her central Fresno hotel extra spending money. Young women have HOW DO YOU RESCUE WOMEN FORCED TO WALK room. She climbed into a car driven by a been tricked, blackmailed and forced into THE STREETS AT NIGHT? IT’S NOT EASY stranger, who would take her to another having sex with strangers to support men stranger with whom she had agreed to have (By Rory Appleton) they believed were their boyfriends. People— sex for money. For decades, the women rescued from the especially children—with low self-esteem, If it had been a few minutes later, the girl hotel rooms and apartments in Fresno where mental illness, unstable home lives or living could have easily blended in with children they had been raped, beaten and forced to in poverty are the preferred targets of an in- walking home from school. She was not have sex with strangers for money had few dustry operating in the shadows. dressed provocatively; she wore a red Fresno alternatives. Human trafficking is a complex issue. Po- State sweatshirt and jeans. She was not The first—and it was seldom optional—was lice, advocacy groups and the Fresno legal wearing excessive makeup. She carried a jail. They could also go to rehab, provided community have formed a unique partner- backpack. they had a drug problem. But more often ship to tackle the growing problem in new Who knows how many times she had fol- than not, they returned to the sex trade. ways. But what can the rest of Fresno do to lowed this pattern—strange men and strange That is no longer the case. fight human trafficking? cars. Online advertisements showed her in In 2012, human trafficking became a crime Talking to your children or younger family various states of undress. in California, carrying with it new language members about the issue can educate them

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Residents can section, where promotion or facilitation of pros- sex trafficking victims’’. urge governments to allocate more resources titution activity includes responsibility for the Page 6, beginning on line 8, strike ‘‘Who- to those policing and prosecuting traffickers. creation or development of all or part of the in- ever uses or operates a facility or means of And far larger strides can be made to address formation or content provided through any interstate or foreign commerce or attempts a major underlying issue in the sex trade: interactive computer service. to do so’’ and insert ‘‘Whoever, using a facil- the people, mostly men, who buy sex. ‘‘(d) MANDATORY RESTITUTION.—Notwith- ity or means of interstate or foreign com- Full article available at: http:// standing sections 3663 or 3663A and in addition merce or in or affecting interstate or foreign www.fresnobee.com/news/special-reports/ to any other civil or criminal penalties author- commerce, owns, manages, or operates an human-trafficking/article188526804.html ized by law, the court shall order restitution for interactive computer service (as such term is defined in defined in section 230(f) the Com- The Acting CHAIR (Mr. DONOVAN). any offense under this section. munications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 230(f))), or All time for general debate has expired. ‘‘(e) AFFIRMATIVE DEFENSE.—It shall be an affirmative defense to a charge of violating sub- conspires or attempts to do so,’’. Pursuant to the rule, the bill shall be section (a) where the defendant proves, by a Page 6, beginning on line 13, strike ‘‘Who- considered for amendment under the 5- preponderance of the evidence, that the pro- ever uses or operates a facility or means of minute rule. motion or facilitation of prostitution is legal in interstate or foreign commerce’’ and insert It shall be in order to consider as an the jurisdiction where the promotion or facilita- ‘‘Whoever, using a facility or means of inter- original bill for the purpose of amend- tion was targeted.’’. state or foreign commerce or in or affecting interstate or foreign commerce, owns, man- ment under the 5-minute rule the (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS.—The table of con- tents for such chapter is amended by inserting ages, or operates an interactive computer amendment in the nature of a sub- service (as such term is defined in defined in stitute recommended by the Com- after the item relating to section 2421 the fol- lowing: section 230(f) the Communications Act of mittee on the Judiciary, printed in the 1934 (47 U.S.C. 230(f))), or conspires or at- bill. The committee amendment in the ‘‘2421A. Promotion or facilitation of prostitution tempts to do so,’’. and reckless disregard of sex traf- Page 7, line 1, strike ‘‘Consistent’’ and all nature of a substitute shall be consid- ficking.’’. ered as read. that follows through line 7. SEC. 4. COMMUNICATIONS DECENCY ACT. Page 7, line 11, strike ‘‘offense under this The text of the committee amend- Section 230(e) of the Communications Act of section.’’ and insert the following: ‘‘violation ment in the nature of a substitute is as 1934 (47 U.S.C. 230(e)) is amended by adding at of subsection (b)(2). The scope and nature of follows: the end the following: such restitution shall be consistent with sec- H.R. 1865 ‘‘(5) NO EFFECT ON STATE LAWS CONFORMING tion 2327(b).’’. Page 7, line 13, insert after ‘‘subsection Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- TO 18 U.S.C. 1591(A) OR 2421A.—Nothing in this sec- (a)’’ the following: ‘‘, or subsection (b)(1)’’. resentatives of the United States of America in tion shall be construed to impair or limit any Congress assembled, charge in a criminal prosecution brought under The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to State law— SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. House Resolution 748, the gentleman ‘‘(A) if the conduct underlying the charge This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Allow States from Virginia (Mr. GOODLATTE) and a constitutes a violation of section 2421A of title and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act Member opposed each will control 5 18, United States Code, and promotion or facili- of 2017’’. tation of prostitution is illegal in the jurisdic- minutes. SEC. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. tion where the defendant’s promotion or facili- The Chair recognizes the gentleman It is the sense of Congress that— tation of prostitution was targeted; or from Virginia. (1) section 230 of the Communications Act of ‘‘(B) if the conduct underlying the charge Mr. GOODLATTE. Mr. Chairman, I 1934 (47 U.S.C. 230; commonly known as the constitutes a violation of section 1591(a) of title yield myself such time as I may con- ‘‘Communications Decency Act of 1996’’) was 18, United States Code.’’. sume. never intended to provide legal protection to SEC. 5. SAVINGS CLAUSE. This amendment makes small but websites that unlawfully promote and facilitate Nothing in this Act or the amendments made important changes to the bill. prostitution and contribute to sex trafficking; (2) websites that promote and facilitate pros- by this Act shall be construed to limit or pre- Most significantly, the bill narrows titution have been reckless in allowing the sale empt any civil action or criminal prosecution the class of defendants covered in the of sex trafficking victims and have done nothing under Federal law or State law (including State new section 2421A, which criminalizes to prevent the trafficking of children and vic- statutory law and State common law) filed be- the deliberate promotion or facilita- tims of force, fraud, and coercion; and fore or after the day before the date of enact- tion of prostitution. As the creation of (3) clarification of such section is warranted ment of this Act that was not limited or pre- this law is designed to target bad actor empted by section 230 of the Communications to ensure that such section does not provide websites, this amendment narrows de- such protection to such websites. Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 230), as such section was in effect on the day before the date of enactment fendants covered to those who own, SEC. 3. PROMOTION OF PROSTITUTION AND manage, or operate an interactive com- RECKLESS DISREGARD OF SEX TRAF- of this Act. FICKING. The Acting CHAIR. No amendment puter service with the intent to pro- (a) PROMOTION OF PROSTITUTION.—Chapter to the committee amendment in the mote or facilitate prostitution. This 117 of title 18, United States Code, is amended nature of a substitute shall be in order amendment avoids creating a broad by inserting after section 2421 the following: except those printed in House Report Federal law that covers conduct that is ‘‘§ 2421A. Promotion or facilitation of prostitu- 115–583. Each such amendment may be not necessarily Federal in nature. Second, the manager’s amendment tion and reckless disregard of sex traf- offered only in the order printed in the ficking strikes language from the underlying report, by a Member designated in the bill’s civil recovery provision that was ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Whoever uses or operates a report, shall be considered read, shall facility or means of interstate or foreign com- intended to encourage victims to suc- be debatable for the time specified in merce or attempts to do so with the intent to cessfully plead their cases. However, the report, equally divided and con- promote or facilitate the prostitution of another the language could have created a risk trolled by the proponent and an oppo- person shall be fined under this title, imprisoned of confusion by the courts, and so it for not more than 10 years, or both. nent, shall not be subject to amend- has been removed. ‘‘(b) AGGRAVATED VIOLATION.—Whoever uses ment, and shall not be not be subject or operates a facility or means of interstate or Further, the manager’s amendment to a demand for division of the ques- clarifies that mandatory restitution foreign commerce with the intent to promote or tion. facilitate the prostitution of another person provision is only applicable to victims and— AMENDMENT NO. 1 OFFERED BY MR. GOODLATTE of sex trafficking, not to those who vol- ‘‘(1) promotes or facilitates the prostitution of The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order untarily have engaged in prostitution. 5 or more persons; or to consider amendment No. 1 printed in Finally, the manager’s amendment ‘‘(2) acts in reckless disregard of the fact that House Report 115–583. adds language inadvertently omitted such conduct contributed to sex trafficking, in Mr. GOODLATTE. Mr. Chairman, I from the original bill, which permits violation of 1591(a), have an amendment at the desk. defendants who face an aggravated shall be fined under this title, imprisoned for The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will charge for promoting or facilitating not more than 25 years, or both. designate the amendment. more than five people to assert the ‘‘(c) CIVIL RECOVERY.—Any person injured by reason of a violation of section 2421A(b) may re- The text of the amendment is as fol- statute’s affirmative defense if a de- cover damages and reasonable attorneys’ fees in lows: fendant can prove that advertisements an action before any appropriate United States Page 5, beginning on line 12, strike ‘‘con- were targeted to a locality where pro- district court. Consistent with section 230 of the tribute to sex trafficking’’ and insert motion or facilitation is legal.

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Mr. Chairman, this manager’s ENFORCE FEDERAL AND STATE CRIMINAL AND I also want to thank my colleague, amendment is the product of the Judi- CIVIL LAW RELATING TO SEX TRAFFICKING’’. ANN WAGNER, for her dedication to this ciary Committee’s repeated and Page 7, line 22, strike ‘‘Section 230’’ and in- issue and her efforts to bring this bill sert ‘‘(a)IN GENERAL—Section 230’’. thoughtful effort to produce a work- Page 8, strike line 1 and all that follows to the floor. able and technically sound piece of leg- through line 13, and insert the following: The underlying bill will help crack islation. This bill will do a great deal ‘‘(5) NO EFFECT ON SEX TRAFFICKING LAW.— down on online facilitators of human to protect victims of sex trafficking. I Nothing in this section (other than sub- sex trafficking to end this modern-day am proud of the hard work by my col- section (c)(2)(A)) shall be construed to im- slavery. My amendment will allow en- leagues and staff to ensure that the pair or limit— forcement of criminal and civil sex criminal law is appropriately tailored ‘‘(A) any claim in a civil action brought trafficking laws against websites that under section 1595 of title 18, United States knowingly facilitate online sex traf- to achieve that goal. Code, if the conduct underlying the claim Mr. Chairman, I urge my colleagues ficking activities. constitutes a violation of section 1591 of that Mr. Chairman, this issue is of signifi- to support this amendment, and I re- title; serve the balance of my time. ‘‘(B) any charge in a criminal prosecution cant local concern in the heart of my Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chairman, I brought under State law if the conduct un- district in Orange County. Last year, a ask unanimous consent to claim the derlying the charge would constitute a viola- major international sex trafficking time in opposition, although I am not tion of section 1591 of title 18, United States ring was uncovered in a quiet Irvine, opposed to the amendment. Code; or California, neighborhood. Young The Acting CHAIR. Is there objection ‘‘(C) any charge in a criminal prosecution women from overseas were sold repeat- brought under State law if the conduct un- to the request of the gentlewoman edly through the website derlying the charge would constitute a viola- Backpage.com. from Texas? tion of section 2421A of title 18, United There was no objection. Websites like Backpage, which are States Code, and promotion or facilitation of essentially storefronts for the facilita- The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman prostitution is illegal in the jurisdiction from Texas is recognized for 5 minutes. where the defendant’s promotion or facilita- tion of sex trafficking, have been able Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chairman, I tion of prostitution was targeted.’’. to operate with impunity. My amend- rise to support the Goodlatte amend- Page 8, after line 13, insert the following: ment, in conjunction with the under- (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments ment, and I thank the chairman along lying bill, will help prosecutors crack made by this section shall take effect on the down on websites that knowingly fa- with our ranking member, Mr. NADLER, date of the enactment of this Act, and the for their hard work in working to- cilitate or promote sex trafficking, amendment made by subsection (a) shall while keeping in place safeguards for gether. apply regardless of whether the conduct al- I think this amendment is particu- leged occurred, or is alleged to have oc- those who responsibly publish third- larly important because it clarifies curred, before, on, or after such date of en- party content. This legislation will em- that the restitution provision applies actment. power sex trafficking survivors to come to victims of sex trafficking and en- SEC. 5. ENSURING FEDERAL LIABILITY FOR PUB- forward and seek justice. LISHING INFORMATION DESIGNED Mr. Chairman, I urge my colleagues sures that the affirmative defense ap- TO FACILITATE SEX TRAFFICKING to join me in supporting this bill and plies to both of the criminal offenses OR OTHERWISE FACILITATING SEX putting an end to the human sex traf- created in the underlying bill. These TRAFFICKING. ficking industry in America, and I changes are simple and reasonable. Section 1591(e) of title 18, United States yield back the balance of my time. Mr. Chair, I rise in support of the Goodlatte Code, is amended— (1) by redesignating paragraphs (4) and (5) Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chairman, I rise Manager’s Amendment, which makes tech- as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively; and in opposition. nical changes to H.R. 1865. (2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the fol- The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman The amendment adds ‘‘attempt’’ language lowing: from California is recognized for 5 min- that was inadvertently omitted from the bill and ‘‘(4) The term ‘participation in a venture’ utes. is consistent with, and tracks the typical lan- means knowingly assisting, supporting, or Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chairman, sec- guage used in the federal criminal code to de- facilitating a violation of subsection (a)(1).’’. tion 230 of the Communications De- fine criminal offenses. SEC. 6. ACTIONS BY STATE ATTORNEYS GEN- cency Act stands for a very simple, The amendment also clarifies that the res- ERAL. (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 1595 of title 18, powerful idea: a website should not be titution provision applies to victims of sex traf- United States Code, is amended by adding at liable for the actions of its users. ficking and ensures that the affirmative de- the end the following: Because of section 230, we have the fense applies to both of the criminal offenses ‘‘(d) In any case in which the attorney gen- internet as we know it today. Also, be- created in the underlying bill. eral of a State has reason to believe that an cause of section 230, the vast majority These changes are simple and reasonable interest of the residents of that State has of websites can safely and effectively and maintain the overall spirit of the bill. been or is threatened or adversely affected report and coordinate with law enforce- by any person who violates section 1591, the Mr. Chairman, I support the amend- ment on various crimes, including sex ment, and I yield back the balance of attorney general of the State, as parens patriae, may bring a civil action against trafficking, child pornography, and the my time. such person on behalf of the residents of the like. Mr. GOODLATTE. Mr. Chairman, I State in an appropriate district court of the Unfortunately, section 230 has been urge my colleagues to support the United States to obtain appropriate relief.’’. utilized by bad actors, including a no- amendment, and I yield back the bal- (b) TECHNICAL AND CONFORMING AMEND- torious one, Backpage, to traffic in ance of my time. MENTS.—Section 1595 of title 18, United children and to exploit victims. Really, The Acting CHAIR. The question is States Code, is amended— they are slavery victims. The under- on the amendment offered by the gen- (1) in subsection (b)(1), by striking ‘‘this section’’ and inserting ‘‘subsection (a)’’; and lying bill, H.R. 1865, puts a stop to tleman from Virginia (Mr. GOODLATTE). (2) in subsection (c), in the matter pre- that. As the Department of Justice has The amendment was agreed to. ceding paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘this sec- noted, it will allow for the prosecution AMENDMENT NO. 2 OFFERED BY MRS. MIMI tion’’ and inserting ‘‘subsection (a)’’. of people who are trafficking in victims WALTERS OF CALIFORNIA Page 8, line 14, strike ‘‘5’’ and insert ‘‘7’’. online. The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to The Walters amendment, however, to consider amendment No. 2 printed in House Resolution 748, the gentlewoman for the first time, would carve a hole in House Report 115–583. from California (Mrs. MIMI WALTERS) section 230 and make it actually more Mrs. MIMI WALTERS of California. and a Member opposed each will con- difficult than the underlying bill to Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at trol 5 minutes. prosecute traffickers online. By cre- the desk. The Chair recognizes the gentle- ating potential liability for ‘‘knowing’’ The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will woman from California. that a user is using their website for designate the amendment. Mrs. MIMI WALTERS of California. facilitating sex trafficking, the Walters The text of the amendment is as fol- Mr. Chairman, I rise today in support amendment would create what legal lows: of my amendment to H.R. 1865, the experts call the moderator’s dilemma. Page 7, line 21, strike ‘‘COMMUNICATIONS DE- Allow States and Victims to Fight On- There is no obligation under law to CENCY ACT’’ and insert ‘‘ENSURING ABILITY TO line Sex Trafficking Act. moderate your website. In fact, if you

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Mr. Chair, a 16- among your users—as many websites Justice has pointed out; and would pro- year-old was found beaten and stabbed do today, especially for child pornog- vide a disincentive for people to mod- to death after being advertised as a raphy, but also for trafficking—you erate activities to try and catch bad prostitute on Backpage. would incur liability because you guys and to work with law enforce- I might suggest that we follow one would then have a reason to know. ment. great philosopher in California who So, although the intentions are good, asked: Can we all get along? b 1515 This amendment is needed in order to the amendment is flawed. I hope we give enhanced powers to State attor- Other laws that deal with inter- vote ‘‘no’’ on it, and then I hope we neys general that they can provide the mediary liability, such as a require- give a resounding unanimous vote ment to report child pornography or extra litigation leverage for individ- ‘‘yes’’ for the underlying bill. uals who are impacted in a devastating copyright safe harbors of the DMCA, Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of manner. have very clear and specific provisions my time. on when a website has sufficient As I said, we have to be concerned Mrs. MIMI WALTERS of California. about the First Amendment, but we knowledge and what express actions it Mr. Chair, I ask unanimous consent to should take. The Walters amendment have got to protect our children. Every reclaim the time I yielded back. time I think of this precious young has none of these. There is no case law The Acting CHAIR. Is there objection lady, Desiree, and the tears of her on it either. to the request of the gentlewoman mother who testified before the other So the amendment really would put from California? body in the Senate hearing, I think it web owners in a very weird place. If There was no objection. is important that we move forward. If you do anything to moderate, you are Mrs. MIMI WALTERS of California. we move forward, we can build on this risking liability. The safe incentive Mr. Chair, I yield to the gentlewoman legislation. would be to not monitor at all. That from Missouri (Mrs. WAGNER). I intend to offer additional legisla- would be tragic and it would be a gain Mrs. WAGNER. Mr. Chair, I thank tion that we will need so that we can for child predators, although I know the gentlewoman for yielding and for put a stop sign in front of the dastardly that that is not the intention. You bringing up the Walters amendment to behavior of online sex trafficking. can’t stop moderating just for traf- H.R. 1865, the Allow States and Victims So I ask my colleagues to support the ficking. You either moderate or you to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act, Walters amendment in order to ensure don’t moderate. called FOSTA. that we can move forward and, as we We do know that there have been tre- The Walters amendment reinstates move forward, make a difference in the mendous advances for machine-oper- critical pro-victim provisions from my lives of these children. ated filters to find child pornography. original bill. It also reflects the work Mr. Chair, I rise in support of the Walters Actually, that is one of the easiest that has been done in the Senate on Amendment, which addresses problems states things to find, using filters, and it is these provisions, which are the meat of and local law enforcement agencies, prosecu- very important that websites cooperate S. 1693, the Stop Enabling Sex Traf- tors, and advocates have faced in their at- with law enforcement to catch those fickers Act, or SESTA. tempts to hold online sex traffickers respon- bad guys. FOSTA has over 175 House cosponsors sible for their despicable behavior. Under the Walters amendment, the and SESTA has over 67 Senate cospon- Congress decided more than 150 years ago disincentive would be huge not to do sors. These two bills depend on each that no person—no woman, no child, no boy that. I think that is why the Depart- other to address the problem of online or girl—deserves to be bought, sold, or owned ment of Justice does not support the sex trafficking. by another person. Walters amendment. Mr. Chair, we should not allow Big And, as I have said many times before, traf- As I said earlier—and the chairman Tech money and special interests to ficking in human beings has no place in a civ- put the letter into the Record—the De- try and overdefine this conversation ilized society. partment believes that any revision to and override our criminal justice sys- Our country is facing a crisis that touches define participation in a venture is un- tem. urban cities, rural areas, and suburbs, and vio- necessary. They say that, while well- FOSTA amends section 230 to allow lates the fundamental American ideal of lib- intentioned, this new language would for stronger criminal enforcement erty—which sets this country apart from so impact prosecutions by effectively cre- against websites that profit from many others. ating additional elements that prosecu- human trafficking, and SESTA amends Traffickers hold their victims captive both physically and mentally, employing extreme tors would have to prove at trial. section 230 to allow for stronger civil forms of psychological abuse and coercion to That is why it is a bad idea to adopt enforcement against websites that main control over them and prevent them from this amendment. As the chairman of profit from human trafficking. escaping, while stripping them of their human- the committee has said, section 4 of They are two sides of the same coin ity. the amendment also violates the ex- and they must pass together. We need This is an ongoing battle with very high post facto clause of the Constitution by both criminal and civil tools to prop- stakes. Several years ago, I, along with Chair- attaching criminal liability to actions erly combat the highly ‘‘lucrative’’ in- man MCCAUL, held the first field hearing on that preceded the enactment of the dustry of online sex trafficking. human trafficking in Texas before the Com- bill. This is clearly unconstitutional. Moreover, it is imperative that we mittee on Homeland Security. At the time of Although I don’t have any doubt as clarify that section 230 does not impair the hearing, a stash house was raided and to the good intentions behind the offer- or limit the ability of trafficking vic- 115 people were rescued. I visited that loca- ing of this amendment, it would actu- tims to use the Federal private right of tion and saw first-hand, the atrocious condi- ally impair the ability to protect vic- action that Congress clearly provided tions in which those people were forced to tims. It would make it more difficult in the Trafficking Victims Protection exist. to prosecute, as the Department of Jus- Act. Without the hard work of those Texas offi- tice has pointed out. Two years ago, the First Circuit cers, I cannot fathom the torment that might It didn’t go through the Judiciary Court of Appeals ruled that there is a have befallen those poor souls. Committee. I think that is a major fundamental tension between these pri- As Ranking Member of the Judiciary Crime fault. One of the things we were able to vate right of action and section 230. Subcommittee, I support the eradication of do in the committee—and we did this Today, by voting ‘‘yes’’ on the Walters Human and Sex Trafficking. This vile cruelty together, on a bipartisan basis—was to amendment, the House will dispel this must end. sort through the unintended con- tension. No website is immune from Anyone who aids, assists, facilitates or pro- sequences of seemingly simple lan- civil liability for knowingly facili- motes such behavior must be held account- guage. tating the sale of trafficking victims. able.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:03 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K27FE7.068 H27FEPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with HOUSE H1304 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE February 27, 2018 Just last week, I sat down with a room filled award of damages, including the amount tions, to eliminating some of the gaps with anti-human trafficking advocates and rep- claimed, the nature or description of the for The Houston 20, which will allow resentatives of anti-human trafficking advo- losses claimed to support the amount them to utilize resources for greater claimed, the losses proven, and the nature or work. cacy groups, including Real Beauty Real description of the losses proven to support Women and Break the Cycle. I heard stories the amount awarded. So I ask my colleagues to support the of suffering and stories of frustrations. (2) Information on each civil action Jackson Lee amendment. Victims and survivors are crying out for a brought pursuant to section 2421A(c) of title Mr. Chair, I rise in support of my amend- change in the law and they are crying out for 18, United States Code, that did not result in ment to H.R. 1865 which requests the Govern- justice. They have tried to bring cases against an award of damages, including— ment Accountability Office to study the effec- the people, websites, and online service pro- (A) the amount claimed and the nature or tiveness of the civil and restitution provisions viders, who contributed to their suffering and description of the losses claimed to support enacted by H.R. 1865. profited from their victimization—to no avail. the amount claimed; and In an effort to determine if we are actually (B) whether the case was dismissed, and if Prosecutors have tried to bring online sex the case was dismissed, information describ- providing justice to victims of sex trafficking traffickers and the companies who provide ing the reason for the dismissal. through this legislation, GAO would be in- them safe harbor—and, unfortunately failed. (3) Information on each order of restitution structed to assess the damages awarded to It is imperative that we do all that we can to entered pursuant to section 2421A(d) of title victims and restitution amounts imposed provide for victims of this disgusting crime, 18, United States Code, including— against defendants as a result of this bill. protect vulnerable members of society from (A) whether the defendant was a corpora- Victims of sex trafficking require a multi-fac- becoming victims as well, and tell websites tion or an individual; eted response to rebuild their lives that in- like Backpage.com. (B) the amount requested by the Govern- cludes: housing, counseling, job training, and, ment and the justification for, and calcula- Sex trafficking is a callous and brutal crime tion of, the amount requested, if restitution in many cases, drug treatment and rehabilita- that unquestionably deserves the nation’s up- was requested; and tion. most attention. It is particularly difficult to see (C) the amount ordered by the court and There are well-meaning, dedicated victim the victimization of the very young who are the justification for, and calculation of, the advocacy groups all over the country, that sold into the sex trafficking market. amount ordered. offer their help and services that are depend- The SESTA amendment provides law en- (4) For each defendant convicted of vio- ent on state and federal grants, charitable do- forcement, prosecutors, and courts at every lating section 2421A(b) of title 18, United nations, and private funding. level with the tools they need to hold respon- States Code, that was not ordered to pay res- A citizen-led movement called Fight For Us, titution— along with a team of influential citizens called sible, both civilly and criminally, each and (A) whether the defendant was a corpora- every bad actor who participates in, facilitates, tion or an individual; the Houston 20, work to fill in the gaps and contributes to, or profits from sex trafficking. (B) the amount requested by the Govern- strengthen the services for victims and sur- Many of the groups that work with victims ment, if restitution was requested; and vivors in my city of Houston. I commend these and survivors of sex trafficking support pas- (C) information describing the reason that selfless individuals and hope that they con- sage of H.R. 1865 only if Ms. WALTERS’s the court did not order restitution. tinue their important work. amendment passes as well. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to Fortunately though, H.R. 1865 creates a Mrs. MIMI WALTERS of California. House Resolution 748, the gentlewoman civil cause of action for victims of the aggra- Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of from Texas (Ms. JACKSON LEE) and a vated violation, and requires judges to impose my time. Member opposed each will control 5 mandatory restitution orders in criminal cases The Acting CHAIR. The question is minutes. involving such victims. on the amendment offered by the gen- The Chair recognizes the gentle- It is my hope that this measure will eliminate tlewoman from California (Mrs. MIMI woman from Texas. some of those gaps for the Houston 20 and WALTERS). Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chairman, I allow them to utilize their resources for even The question was taken; and the Act- have already raised the picture of greater work. Through this legislation, victims ing Chair announced that the ayes ap- Desiree, who is dead. Her death was will be empowered to take control of their own peared to have it. driven by being exposed as a so-called recovery and restoration. Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chair, I demand prostitute in the sex trafficking of a My amendment will collect data on the civil a recorded vote. little girl on Backpage. awards and restitution orders, to determine The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to Or J.S., who, in fact, was victimized whether victims are actually receiving the re- clause 6 of rule XVIII, further pro- in Seattle. She was raped. She was put lief, assistance, and justice they require and ceedings on the amendment offered by on Backpage. Then she was rescued by deserve. the gentlewoman from California will her family. Since it was before this leg- My amendment primarily asks GAO to: be postponed. islation, it failed in court. (1) report the amounts of the damages AMENDMENT NO. 3 OFFERED BY MS. JACKSON My legislation is very simple: Does awarded and the restitution amounts ordered; LEE this bill work? What more can we do? but also The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order I am asking for a study where the (2) report the amounts that are requested by to consider amendment No. 3 printed in GAO would be instructed to assess the victims and the government, on behalf of vic- House Report 115–583. damages awarded to victims and res- tims; Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, I have titution amounts imposed against de- (3) the nature and descriptions of the losses an amendment at the desk. fendants as a result of this bill. that are claimed and proven; and The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will Victims of sex trafficking require a (4) the justifications for the amounts that are designate the amendment. multifaceted response to rebuild their requested and eventually ordered to be paid. The text of the amendment is as fol- life. That includes housing; counseling; My amendment further asks GAO to report lows: job training; and, in many cases, drug cases that are dismissed and provide informa- Add at the end of the bill the following: treatment and rehabilitation. We as tion describing the reason or reasons for the Members of Congress need to be able to SEC. 6. GAO STUDY. dismissals. On the date that is 3 years after the date know if it works. While it is Congress’s duty to address the of the enactment of this Act, the Comp- A citizen-led movement called Fight needs of our citizens by enacting sensible leg- troller General of the United States shall for Us, along with a team of influential islation, we are also responsible for monitoring conduct a study and submit to the Commit- citizens called The Houston 20, work to the legislation we enact and determining tees on the Judiciary of the House of Rep- fill in the gaps and strengthen the serv- whether we have truly responded to the needs resentatives and of the Senate, the Com- ices for victims and survivors in the of our citizens. mittee on Homeland Security of the House of city of Houston. For this reason, and all reasons previously Representatives, and the Committee on I was very proud to meet with them stated, I ask my colleagues to support the Homeland Security and Governmental Af- at the Community of Faith Church, a fairs of the Senate, a report which includes Jackson Lee Amendment. the following: socially motivated church, led by Mr. Chair, I reserve the balance of (1) Information on each civil action Bishop James Dixon. Jackie is the my time. brought pursuant to section 2421A(c) of title lead. They were all committed, Chil- Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chair, I claim the 18, United States Code, that resulted in an dren at Risk and many other organiza- time in opposition to the amendment,

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It is always helpful to re- dren and adults are sold on the inter- provide a report on the amounts of quire more information on the effi- net like a T-shirt or takeout. I am hor- damages awarded, the restitution ciency of a new law. This study will rified that human beings are sold with awarded, report the amounts that are provide useful information to deter- impunity and have no access to justice. requested by victims and the govern- mine whether this legislation has prov- Today, please vote ‘‘yes’’ for justice. ment on their behalf, the nature and en to be the meaningful tool that we Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chair, I reserve the description of the losses that are anticipate it will be. I commend Ms. balance of my time. claimed and proven, the justification JACKSON LEE for introducing this Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, how for the amounts that are requested and amendment and for her commitment to much time is remaining on each side? eventually ordered to be paid. combating sex trafficking. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman My amendment asks GAO to report Mr. Chair, I yield 3 minutes to the from Texas has 3 minutes remaining. cases that are dismissed and provide gentlewoman from Missouri (Mrs. WAG- The gentlewoman from Alabama has 2 information to describing the reason NER). minutes remaining. for those dismissals. We don’t want Mrs. WAGNER. Mr. Chair, I thank Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, I anything to go under the rug. Our chil- the gentlewoman from Alabama for yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman dren are too important. I would ask my yielding. from Ohio (Mrs. BEATTY). colleagues to support the Jackson Lee Mr. Chair, in recent years, sex traf- Mrs. BEATTY. Mr. Chair, I thank the amendment. ficking has moved from the streets to gentlewoman for yielding. More impor- And in conclusion, I would say to the internet. The National Center for tantly, I thank her for her amendment. those who I met with, to those groups Missing and Exploited Children has As the lead Democrat sponsor of this around the Nation meeting in local witnessed an 846 percent increase in bill, I proudly join her with that communities thinking that they are suspected child sex trafficking reports. amendment. alone fighting this dastardly act of sex Eighty-one percent of these reports Like my colleague Congresswoman trafficking and human trafficking, and, of course, a moneymaker like concern online trafficking facilitated ROBY said, it is always good when you by websites that help traffickers post have a great bill that you can have an Backpage, you are not alone, we are advertisements of child victims. amendment that asks for a study to starting today, we have done work be- I find it hard to imagine that if a make sure that it is effective. fore, and we are not going to stop. I neighborhood business hosted a slave will work with you for the ongoing b 1530 auction, the auctioneer would not be blocks that are going to continue to considered liable. But that is actually Lastly, let me just say, I thank the stamp out online sex trafficking and what is happening with websites like Congresswoman for sharing those sto- human trafficking. With that, I ask for backpage.com and hundreds others. ries, whether it is the story of Cathy, support of the legislation and my I have spoken with State and local whether it is the story of Erika, or in amendment. prosecutors across America who want my district, Theresa, it makes me Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of to hold online advertisers accountable proud to stand with her. And I thank my time. for facilitating traffic and promoting her not only for this amendment but Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chair, I support Ms. prostitution, but they cannot. for her work in judiciary because what JACKSON LEE’s amendment, and I urge Section 230 has been interpreted so we know her amendment will do, it will my colleagues to vote ‘‘yes.’’ Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of broadly that courts have ruled in favor protect the innocent. my time. of backpage.com in criminal and civil Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chair, I reserve the The Acting CHAIR (Mr. PITTENGER). balance of my time. cases, despite the website’s clear crimi- The question is on the amendment of- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, does nal conduct. These rulings defy con- fered by the gentlewoman from Texas gressional intent. the gentlewoman have any additional (Ms. JACKSON LEE). speakers? Twenty-two years ago, Senator Jim The amendment was agreed to. Exon from Nebraska, the sponsor of the Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chair, I have no ad- Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Chair, I move that Communications Decency Act, stated ditional speakers. the Committee do now rise. that ‘‘the information superhighway Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, I The motion was agreed to. should not become a red-light dis- yield myself such time as I may con- Accordingly, the Committee rose; trict.’’ sume. I will close at this time. and the Speaker pro tempore (Mr. Section 230 was an amendment to the Mr. Chair, I thank the gentlewomen DONOVAN) having assumed the chair, CDA that intended to motivate from Ohio and from New York. I thank Mr. PITTENGER, Acting Chair of the websites to screen explicit content in Congresswoman WAGNER. I thank Con- Committee of the Whole House on the ‘‘good faith,’’ and to shield websites gresswoman LOFGREN for her concern, state of the Union, reported that that from unfair liability for third-party as evidenced by her statement, but I Committee, having had under consider- content. However, section 230 was want to focus on building blocks, and I ation the bill (H.R. 1865) to amend the never intended to shield websites from want to say to fight for us in the coali- Communications Act of 1934 to clarify liability for criminal conduct. tion of 20 that I met with. that section 230 of such Act does not Congress did not intend to allow My promise is that we are in building prohibit the enforcement against pro- businesses to commit trafficking blocks. We are going to build on what viders and users of interactive com- crimes online that they could never we are doing today, and we are going to puter services of Federal and State commit offline. It never meant to continue to mount the assault on sex criminal and civil law relating to sex- imply that criminal conduct can hide trafficking and human trafficking, and ual exploitation of children or sex traf- behind the defense of legitimate pub- we are going to literally wipe it out. ficking, and for other purposes, had lishing or editing. We are going to wipe it out because come to no resolution thereon. H.R. 1865 is a long-overdue clarifica- of Shaundra. We are going to wipe it f tion of section 230 explaining to Amer- out because of this young, beautiful ica’s courts that State and local pros- lady, 16 years old, Desiree. We are ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER ecutors are not handcuffed from pro- going to wipe it out because of Desiree. PRO TEMPORE tecting their communities and that the We are going to wipe it out because of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- State laws should be freely enforced J.S. We are going the wipe it out be- ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the Chair

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It became rule XX. ‘‘(B) the consumer is meeting the obliga- costly, complex, and difficult for con- Any record vote on the postponed tions of the payment plan, as determined by sumers. question will be taken later. the energy utility firm. Today, we are back on the floor on f ‘‘(4) DEFINITIONS.—In this subsection, the this issue. It is not a new issue or a following definitions shall apply: new concern because the confusion re- TRID IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2018 ‘‘(A) ENERGY UTILITY FIRM.—The term ‘en- lated to TRID has been apparent for Mr. HILL. Mr. Speaker, I move to ergy utility firm’ means an entity that pro- years. suspend the rules and pass the bill vides gas or electric utility services to the In November 2013, the CFPB finalized public. (H.R. 5078) to amend the Real Estate TRID, combining, as I said, the truth- ‘‘(B) UTILITY OR TELECOMMUNICATION Settlement Procedures Act of 1974 to FIRM.—The term ‘utility or telecommuni- in-lending form with the real estate modify requirements related to mort- cation firm’ means an entity that provides settlement procedures form necessary gage disclosures, and for other pur- utility services to the public through pipe, for consumers in this country to close poses, as amended. wire, landline, wireless, cable, or other con- a home loan to have that American The Clerk read the title of the bill. nected facilities, or radio, electronic, or Dream. The effective date for this final The text of the bill is as follows: similar transmission (including the exten- rule was originally set for mortgage sion of such facilities).’’. H.R. 5078 applications received on or after Au- (b) LIMITATION ON LIABILITY.—Section Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- 623(c) of the Consumer Credit Protection Act gust 1, 2015, but due to the administra- resentatives of the United States of America in (15 U.S.C. 1681s–2(c)) is amended— tive errors of the CFPB, the agency de- Congress assembled, (1) in paragraph (2), by striking ‘‘or’’ at the layed it until October 3, 2015. SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. end; In October, the House of Representa- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘TRID Im- (2) by redesignating paragraph (3) as para- tives passed H.R. 3192, the Homebuyers provement Act of 2018’’. graph (4); and Assistance Act, which I proudly spon- SEC. 2. AMENDMENTS TO MORTGAGE DISCLO- (3) by inserting after paragraph (2) the fol- sored, and it passed with a bipartisan SURE REQUIREMENTS. lowing new paragraph: vote in this House of 303–121. It would ‘‘(3) subsection (f) of this section, including Section 4(a) of the Real Estate Settlement have provided a hold-harmless period Procedures Act of 1974 (12 U.S.C. 2603(a)) is any regulations issued thereunder; or’’. amended— (c) GAO STUDY AND REPORT.—Not later for those trying to make a good faith (1) by striking ‘‘itemize all charges’’ and than 2 years after the date of the enactment effort to comply with this complex inserting ‘‘itemize all actual charges’’; of this Act, the Comptroller General of the rule. (2) by striking ‘‘and all charges imposed United States shall submit to Congress a re- In April 2016, with complaints pour- upon the seller in connection with the settle- port on the impact of furnishing information ing in from both homeowners, home- ment and’’ and inserting ‘‘and the seller in pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of buyers, consumers, bankers, title com- connection with the settlement. Such the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. panies, the CFPB decided to reopen the 1681s–2) (as added by this Act) on consumers. forms’’; and rulemaking on TILA-RESPA and the (3) by inserting after ‘‘or both.’’ the fol- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- TRID rule. The CFPB issued a final lowing new sentence: ‘‘Charges for any title ant to the rule, the gentleman from Ar- insurance premium disclosed on such forms rule clarifying and amending certain kansas (Mr. HILL) and the gentleman shall be equal to the amount charged for mortgage disclosure provisions. each individual title insurance policy, sub- from Minnesota (Mr. ELLISON) each So as you can hear from this long ject to any discounts as required by State will control 20 minutes. story, Mr. Speaker, this rule is com- regulation or the title company rate fil- The Chair recognizes the gentleman plex. So we are here today to try to fix ings.’’. from Arkansas. a part of it, a small part of it that will SEC. 3. POSITIVE CREDIT REPORTING PER- GENERAL LEAVE make it easier, better, and more clear- MITTED. Mr. HILL. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- er for consumers. (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 623 of the Fair mous consent that all Members have 5 The American Bankers Association Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s–2) is legislative days to revise and extend stated that if there was one thing to fix amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: their remarks and include extraneous about the current regulatory system, it ‘‘(f) FULL-FILE CREDIT REPORTING.— material on this bill. would be the TILA-RESPA Integrated ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Subject to the limitation The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Disclosure rule, TRID—not qualified in paragraph (2) and notwithstanding any objection to the request of the gen- mortgage definitions, not the Volcker other provision of law, a person or the Sec- tleman from Arkansas? rule, the TRID rule. Mortgage lenders retary of Housing and Urban Development There was no objection. have seen regulatory change around may furnish to a consumer reporting agency Mr. HILL. Mr. Speaker, I will yield every aspect of their lending for the information relating to the performance of a myself such time as I may consume. last 8 years, and this rule is no excep- consumer in making payments— Mr. Speaker, I rise today in favor of ‘‘(A) under a lease agreement with respect tion. to a dwelling, including such a lease in which my bill, H.R. 5078, the TRID Improve- Today, Mr. Speaker, over in the the Department of Housing and Urban Devel- ment Act. This important package will House Small Business Committee, the opment provides subsidized payments for oc- cut through the red tape and level the GAO testified. They have issued a re- cupancy in a dwelling; or playing field for making sure that reg- port about the TILA-RESPA Inte- ‘‘(B) pursuant to a contract for a utility or ulations are smarter, fairer, clearer, grated Disclosure rule. They told the telecommunications service. and more efficient, while, at the same committee today that this rule was one ‘‘(2) LIMITATION.—Information about a con- time, ensure that consumers and inves- of the most expensive facing commu- sumer’s usage of any utility services pro- tors are protected. vided by a utility or telecommunication firm nity banking across the country, the may be furnished to a consumer reporting You know, Mr. Speaker, when the most burdensome. agency only to the extent that such informa- CFPB, the Consumer Financial Protec- So here, the TILA-RESPA rule before tion relates to payment by the consumer for tion Bureau, was first initiated as a our House Small Business Committee the services of such utility or telecommuni- part of the Dodd-Frank Act, one of says that we are burdening community cation service or other terms of the provi- now-Senator ELIZABETH WARREN’s banks, and they, in turn, are not able sion of the services to the consumer, includ- goals was simpler regulation, that we to do the kind of work that we want, ing any deposit, discount, or conditions for would streamline regulation, that we that we expect for our homebuyers of interruption or termination of the services. would take bulky complex consumer homes across this country. ‘‘(3) PAYMENT PLAN.—An energy utility firm may not report payment information to forms and make them simpler. And the CFPB Associate Director David Sil- a consumer reporting agency with respect to TILA-RESPA, truth-in-lending form berman said the Bureau agreed with an outstanding balance of a consumer as late and the real estate settlement form, the GAO’s recommendation, that it as- if— were examples in those early days that sessed the effectiveness of the TRID

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This bill will lower con- this report from the GAO, but we have There are currently about 26 million sumer costs and lessen regulatory bur- been calling for this for almost 21⁄2 people, or 1 in 10 Americans, who do dens for growing businesses, which will years that we want this rule made sim- not have a credit record; and there is lead to healthier and well-functioning pler and more direct and better for our another 19 million Americans who do financial markets. consumers. not have enough information to even Mr. Speaker, I thank Congressman H.R. 5078 fixes the title insurance dis- score. Low-income individuals and HILL for his great work and leadership closures so that consumers actually even racial and ethnic minorities are on this issue. know what their expenses are going to even in worse shape. About one in four I am pleased that this legislation be for title insurance. And despite our Latinos and African Americans either does include the Credit Access and In- best efforts, the CFPB has been unwill- don’t have a credit score or don’t have clusion Act, H.R. 435, which I cospon- ing to fix this problem on its own; so enough information in the file to get a sored with Congressman ELLISON, and today, Congress comes to act. score. which we introduced together. H.R. 435 is designed to give hard- The other aspect of this bill—and I b 1545 want to thank my good friend from working Americans better access to af- And almost half of the residents of Minnesota (Mr. ELLISON) and my good fordable credit by providing more op- friend from North Carolina (Mr. low-income communities do not have a portunities for them to build their score of any background. PITTENGER) for the second portion of credit on their own merit without Fed- This bill allows credit rating agen- this bill, the Credit Access and Inclu- eral funds or new bureaucracy. At a cies to use on-time rent, phone, and sion Act of 2017. time when access to credit is a prac- The Credit Access and Inclusion Act utility payments when determining tical necessity for economic and social amends the Fair Credit Reporting Act credit scores. mobility, tens of millions of Americans Now, you should know, Mr. Speaker, to allow the reporting of certain posi- are hamstrung because they have little if people are late with these lines of in- tive consumer credit information for or no credit history. formation, it can, and often does, show consumer reporting agencies. Specifi- Currently, on-time utility and rent up on their credit score now. And if cally, a person or the Department of payments are not reflected in credit people take out loan products which Housing and Urban Development might scores. The Credit Access and Inclusion they pay back on time, that helps report information related to a con- Act amends the Federal Fair Credit Re- those people’s credit score now. sumer’s performance in making pay- porting Act, or FCRA, to allow for non- But what about the people who pay financial service providers, such as ments either under a lease arrange- phone bills and utility bills, and they telephone, cable, wireless, electric, and ment for a dwelling or pursuant to a pay their bills every month on time? gas companies, as well as landlords, to contract providing utility or tele- They are not building anything to help report their customers’ on-time pay- communication services. This kind of them get in a better credit situation. ments to credit reporting agencies, or positive reporting on a consumer’s This bill allows them to do that. CRAs. ability to make their payments on As a result, more than a third of pre- By incorporating these on-time pay- time will help more families in our viously unscorable Americans will now ments, called alternative or additional country build a credit record. have access to prime credit and the op- data, into credit reports, more Ameri- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of portunities that come with it when we cans can access affordable and respon- my time. pass this bill. sible financial products and services, Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, I yield This bill isn’t just about access to buy homes and cars, and build wealth, myself such time as I may consume. credit, though. It is also about saving thus strengthening or entire economy. Mr. Speaker, allow me to just thank hardworking Americans real money, In total, our bill would enable nearly the gentleman from the great State of thousands of dollars, on car loans and 100 million Americans to establish or Arkansas (Mr. HILL) and also Congress- their mortgages. raise their credit score, all without man PITTENGER, as well as many other Mr. Speaker, if you are unscorable, Federal mandates. Ultimately, this members of the Financial Services you can often get a loan, but the inter- legislation will give every American Committee on both sides of the aisle. It est rate is always higher when that the ability to build a better life. is always a pleasure to be able to work happens. So, if people are scorable and Mr. Speaker, I thank Congressman together on things. This is what our they get a credit score, they will be ELLISON for actively working together constituents expect, and that is what able to save money for themselves and on this very important issue, and I the Credit Access and Inclusion bill ac- put it into their household budget. thank Congressman HILL for his work tually represents. The money that used to be going to on the TRID Improvement Act. Please So, Mr. Speaker, if I told you that we auto lenders and mortgage brokers is join me in supporting this common- could help millions of people get access now going to go into the pockets of sense legislation. to an apartment, lower the cost of a consumers so that they can improve Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, I have no loan, lower the deposit they may have the lives of their family. That sounds other speakers. I urge a ‘‘yes’’ vote on to put down on a phone or utility de- like a pretty good day’s work to me. the bill, and I yield back the balance of posit, and we could do all these things Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time. without creating a new government my time. Mr. HILL. Mr. Speaker, I again program, we could do it without gov- Mr. HILL. Mr. Speaker, I thank my thank Mr. PITTENGER and Mr. ELLISON ernment mandate, and we could do it friend from Minnesota for his work on for their work on this measure, and for with virtually no new tax dollars, this bill and providing the chance to all of my colleagues on both sides of would you take that deal? Because I build a credit file for those who really the aisle who have brought these bills would. I would say: Wow, help millions need it. to the floor and, particularly, for of people be able to afford services that Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to yield 2 speaking out for consumers on bills they need before, lower the cost of minutes to the gentleman from North that will help consumers have more ac- loans? Yeah, why wouldn’t we do that? Carolina (Mr. PITTENGER), my friend, cess to credit, whether it is a mortgage Well, the truth is that we can if we who, this week, I know, is having a and a speedier, easier, more trans- vote ‘‘yes’’ on the Credit Access and In- touching time with his almost five dec- parent mortgage closing or the chance clusion bill. ades of friendship with Reverend Billy to build credit, with the work from my I am proud to tell you that this par- Graham—we all salute their work to- friend from Minnesota and my friend ticular piece of legislation, which is bi- gether for the betterment of our from North Carolina. partisan, will bring about basic fair- world—and who is the vice chairman of Mr. Speaker, I have no further re- ness in the credit scoring system. Cred- the Financial Services Subcommittee quests for time, and I yield back the it is currency in our society. It unlocks on Terrorism and Illicit Finance. balance of my time.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:03 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K27FE7.076 H27FEPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with HOUSE H1308 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE February 27, 2018 The SPEAKER pro tempore. The (D) a company that is treated as a bank hold- On top of this is the increased cost of question is on the motion offered by ing company for purposes of section 8 of the compliance that banks have had to the gentleman from Arkansas (Mr. International Banking Act; and shoulder under Dodd-Frank’s onslaught (E) a U.S. intermediate holding company es- HILL) that the House suspend the rules tablished by a foreign banking organization of regulation. Banks like Coatesville and pass the bill, H.R. 5078, as amend- pursuant to section 252.153 of title 12, Code of Savings Bank, the only remaining ed. Federal Regulations. bank in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, has The question was taken; and (two- SEC. 2. REDUCTION OF SURPLUS FUNDS OF FED- told us that, now, 25 percent of their thirds being in the affirmative) the ERAL RESERVE BANKS. annual budget is nothing but compli- rules were suspended and the bill, as (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 7(a)(3)(A) of the ance cost, Mr. Speaker. This is detri- amended, was passed. Federal Reserve Act (12 U.S.C. 289(a)(3)(A)) is mental to the Coatesville, Pennsyl- A motion to reconsider was laid on amended by striking ‘‘$7,500,000,000’’ and insert- ing ‘‘$7,468,571,428’’. vania, community. That is 25 percent. the table. (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—Subsection (a) shall That is a huge figure, Mr. Speaker, f take effect on May 1, 2018. that cannot be used to fund the Amer- ican Dream in Coatesville, Pennsyl- OPERATIONAL RISK CAPITAL RE- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The bill, vania. QUIREMENTS FOR BANKING OR- as amended, shall be debatable for 1 So, again, Chairman LUETKEMEYER GANIZATIONS hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority mem- brings us a very commonsense reform Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, pur- ber of the Committee on Financial and a very necessary reform. suant to House Resolution 747, I call up Services. Most agree and recognize the impor- the bill (H.R. 4296) to place require- The gentleman from Texas (Mr. HEN- tance of our financial institutions to ments on operational risk capital re- SARLING) and the gentlewoman from hold capital in the event of future cri- quirements for banking organizations California (Ms. MAXINE WATERS) each sis or distress. Nobody denies that, and established by an appropriate Federal will control 30 minutes. this legislation does not remove those banking agency, and ask for its imme- The Chair recognizes the gentleman requirements. But, Mr. Speaker, re- diate consideration in the House. from Texas. quiring banking organizations to look The Clerk read the title of the bill. GENERAL LEAVE back in the rearview mirror and hold The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I operational capital against discon- ant to House Resolution 747, in lieu of ask unanimous consent that all Mem- tinued activities or products is just not the amendment in the nature of a sub- bers may have 5 legislative days in nonsensical, it is crazy. It makes no stitute recommended by the Com- which to revise and extend their re- sense. mittee on Financial Services printed in marks and submit extraneous material H.R. 4296 simply amends the method the bill, an amendment in the nature of on the bill under consideration. of how reserve capital is calculated by a substitute consisting of the text of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there establishing standards based on an or- Rules Committee Print 115–60, modified objection to the request of the gen- ganization’s current business activi- by the amendment printed in part A of tleman from Texas? ties, making the requirements more House Report 115–582, is adopted, and There was no objection. accurate and tailored to a bank’s cur- the bill, as amended, is considered Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I rent risk profile. Again, Mr. Speaker, it read. rise, today, in strong support of H.R. is just common sense. That means The text of the bill, as amended, is as 4296, an important bill authored by Mr. banks would still retain sufficient re- follows: LUETKEMEYER, who is a real leader on serves to weather an economic storm, H.R. 4296 our committee. He is the chairman of but they would be able to put the bil- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- the Subcommittee on Financial Insti- lions of dollars currently sitting on the resentatives of the United States of America in tutions and Consumer Credit and has sidelines to work to help make the Congress assembled, led many bills on this floor. This par- economy grow, to make it healthier. SECTION 1. OPERATIONAL RISK CAPITAL RE- ticular one addresses the burden that In short, this method-based approach QUIREMENTS FOR BANKING ORGANI- ZATIONS. unnecessary operational capital re- proposed by H.R. 4296 properly cali- (a) IN GENERAL.—An appropriate Federal quirements have imposed on our finan- brates operational capital while also banking agency may not establish an oper- cial institutions and then, con- ensuring strong, healthy financial in- ational risk capital requirement for banking or- sequently, on our hardworking families stitutions and, thus, a stronger econ- ganizations, unless such requirement— and small businesses that are seeking omy for our constituents. (1) is based primarily on the risks posed by a credit. Again, to be very clear, Mr. Speaker, banking organization’s current activities and The Basel Committee requires U.S. H.R. 4296, does not prevent Federal fi- businesses; (2) is appropriately sensitive to the risks posed financial institutions to hold excessive nancial regulators from instituting by such current activities and businesses; capital based upon a look-back ap- operational risk capital requirements. (3) is determined under a forward-looking as- proach to an organization’s risk, pre- It does not eliminate the authority of a sessment of potential losses that may arise out vious earnings, and other provisions regulator to assess operational risk, of a banking organization’s current activities, that provide no indication of future nor does it prevent regulators from re- businesses, and exposures, which is not solely risk. quiring that capital be held against based on a banking organization’s historical Again, Mr. Speaker, this is about riskier activities or businesses. The losses; and holding operational capital for past ac- bill simply puts forth a thoughtful (4) permits adjustments based on qualifying operational risk mitigants. tivities. framework that sets parameters, while (b) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this section: This methodology employed by the allowing regulators the flexibility (1) APPROPRIATE FEDERAL BANKING AGENCY.— international standard setters has needed to ensure that capital standards The term ‘‘appropriate Federal banking agen- forced our banks to hold hundreds of are appropriately tailored. cy’’— billions of dollars in reserve rather A healthy financial system, Mr. (A) has the meaning given such term under than putting that money to work in Speaker, will enhance individuals’ fi- section 3 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act; the real economy—in loans and invest- nancial freedom and will lead to a and (B) means the National Credit Union Adminis- ments—for people to buy cars, to healthier and better regulatory sys- tration, in the case of an insured credit union. launch small-business enterprises, or tem. (2) BANKING ORGANIZATION.—The term ‘‘bank- maybe to make a downpayment on H.R. 4296 has garnered strong, bipar- ing organization’’ means— that first home. tisan support in our committee, pass- (A) an insured depository institution (as de- Again, Mr. Speaker, let me say it so ing by a vote of 43–17, again, because it fined under section 3 of the Federal Deposit In- that all can hear. Hundreds of billions is practical and common sense. surance Act); of dollars is currently sitting in banks I again want to thank the gentleman (B) an insured credit union (as defined under section 101 of the Federal Credit Union Act); across the country not being utilized to from Missouri (Mr. LUETKEMEYER), who (C) a depository institution holding company fund mortgage loans, car loans, and chairs our Financial Institutions and (as defined under section 3 of the Federal De- other day-to-day financing that Amer- Consumer Credit Subcommittee, for posit Insurance Act); ican families and individuals demand. his leadership on this bill. I urge all of

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This bill is simply an- concrete evidence regulators usually hoping Congress will let them take on other rollback of rules put in place have as to the magnitude of current riskier debt by directing the regulators after the financial crisis. It would un- and future risks. Recent past activities to downplay, if not outright ignore, dermine the stability of our country’s are also vital to understanding the fu- their recent and extensive operational largest financial banks by restricting ture exposures of the bank, including failures. the way regulators set capital require- potential legal exposures.’’ Mr. Jamie Dimon, the CEO and chair- ments for these institutions. Thus, this change to how regulators man of JPMorgan Chase, wrote in his Before I get into why this bill is determine the appropriate amount 2016 annual letter to shareholders that: problematic, let me take a moment to megabanks should maintain for oper- ‘‘Operational risk capital should be clarify what capital is and what it is ational risk is imprudent. A significantly modified, if not elimi- not. megabank’s past actions are often the nated.’’ Some have said that capital is money best indicators of future potential risks Let’s think about it like this: most that is held on the side or in reserve that it may experience. adult consumers in this country have a and cannot be used to lend to bor- Well, memories seem to quickly fade credit score. Banks use those credit rowers. This couldn’t be further from in Congress about the problems that scores to determine whether or not to the truth. Capital is not a reserve. Cap- led to the last financial crisis, so let lend to a consumer and, if so, under ital refers to the terms of the financing me list some of the examples of past what terms. These credit scores are based on a a bank receives. megabanks’ operational failures by consumer’s what? In the most simplistic example, a J.P. Morgan’s ‘‘London Whale’’ trades bank receives funds from customers A consumer’s past payment history, and Wells Fargo’s long list of viola- because this information is considered making deposits, loans it receives from tions that have ripped off millions of other institutions, and stock it has one of the best indicators of a person’s consumers, including those harmed by likelihood to default on future credit issued to investors. The bank uses all their fraudulent accounts scandal. of these sources of funding to make obligations. Given these examples of past mis- Now, we all know that credit scores mortgages and other loans to cus- conduct, the megabanks have collec- tomers. However, there are important are problematic, but no one, including tively paid more than $160 billion in me, is proposing to get rid of them, be- differences. fines since 2010. It is absurd to suggest Bank debt has terms like regular in- cause we can all agree that past pay- that their past behavior shouldn’t be ment information is a good indicator of terest payments that, if it stops pay- taken into account when determining ing, the bank fails. how someone will handle credit in the how much capital they should hold. future, but this bill takes that prin- b 1600 Even the Basel Committee, which ciple and throws it out the window However, a bank can stop paying several of President Trump’s ap- when it comes to the 10 largest banks dividends on a stock without it failing. pointees now serve on, agreed in De- in this country. Banks funded with lots of debt are de- cember, when they finalized Basel III Keep in mind, these same banks will scribed as being higher leveraged and reforms from where the operational continue to use a consumer’s credit risky because only a small drop in the risk capital originates, writing: score for underwriting and rating of value of their mortgages and other as- ‘‘Banks which have experienced mortgages and other consumer loans, sets can cause them to default. greater operational risk losses histori- but the megabanks themselves are ask- Funding a bank through higher levels cally are assumed to be more likely to ing this Congress not to judge them on of capital makes the bank stronger, be- experience operational risk losses in their past behavior, as they judge con- cause even if the loans it has made lose the future.’’ sumers, and to let them have a clean value, the bank can avoid default by So it makes no sense to have a for- slate moving forward. If that isn’t a temporarily halting payments to their ward-looking assessment that deem- double standard, Mr. Speaker, I am not investors or lowering the value of the phasizes a megabank’s past failures in sure what is. stock. setting these capital requirements. It Mr. Speaker, bank profits reached an H.R. 4296 would impact something is almost as if this bill is saying: all-time record high in 2016. Compensa- called operational risk capital, which ‘‘Don’t pay any attention to that. No tion for Wall Street CEOs has shot is the capital used to cover the possi- matter how bad they have been, don’t back up to levels last seen in 2006, and bility of losses to the largest banks look at their past performance. We business lending is up 75 percent since caused from their operational failures, don’t want you to look at that, because 2010. All this happened while U.S. such as rogue traders, fraudulent sales we know if you do, you will make a dif- banks added more than $700 billion in practices, and cyber breaches. ferent decision about capital require- capital to absorb potential losses. H.R. 4296 would diminish this type of ments.’’ There is a simple reason for this: capital, which only about 10 The nonpartisan Congressional Budg- healthy banks lend. megabanks are required to maintain et Office estimated that the bill’s U.S. banks also lent significantly under an enhanced framework, by re- changes would cost the Federal Gov- more than their European counter- stricting the information that regu- ernment $22 million. This calculation parts, because our banks boosted their lators can use to determine the appro- was based on the fact that the capital capital levels, while the European priate balance of safe funding, like change would not only affect the banks did not. bank stock versus debt, that bank’s probability of failure, but also So despite Republicans’ ‘‘Chicken megabanks should have to address po- the magnitude of future losses to our Little’’ arguments about the dire con- tential operational losses that may entire financial stability, which, in sequences of the Dodd-Frank Act and occur. turn, affects the overall U.S. economy. related regulatory reforms, the data The bill would direct regulators to This is not a bill to help community speaks for itself. Banks are making primarily consider a megabank’s cur- banks. It has nothing to do with com- more money than ever and lending rent activities and not their past be- munity banks. Let me repeat that. more than ever, but apparently that is havior when setting the capital level, This is not a bill to help community not enough. thereby enabling the bank to take on banks, so what we wish we would not So I am here again today appealing more debt. hear is someone coming up talking for Congress to continue to uphold the According to Americans for Finan- about how it is going to hurt commu- commonsense safeguards for con- cial Reform, a nonpartisan coalition of nity banks. That is often used as an ex- sumers, the broader economy, and the

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:21 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K27FE7.080 H27FEPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with HOUSE H1310 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE February 27, 2018 megabanks. I reject this Wall Street To be clear, this legislation does not So when you talk about good or com- giveaway. prevent Federal financial regulators monsense regulation, we all know the Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to from instituting operational risk cap- answer to that question, Mr. Speaker. oppose this harmful legislation, and I ital requirements. It does not elimi- Well, this bill would effectively do reserve the balance of my time. nate the authority of a regulator to as- just that to our regulators. Instead of a Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I sess operational risk, nor does it pre- credit score, which determines credit- yield 5 minutes to the gentleman from vent regulators from requiring that worthiness, operational risk deter- Missouri (Mr. LUETKEMEYER), the capital be held against riskier activi- mines the risk of loss resulting from chairman of the Subcommittee on Fi- ties or businesses. inadequate or failed internal processes, nancial Institutions and Consumer In other words, it would allow the people, and systems. Credit, and the bill’s sponsor. regulators to continue their business of I would tell our regulators, when de- Mr. LUETKEMEYER. Mr. Speaker, I regulating, but putting some common termining the appropriate level of cap- thank the chairman for his great lead- sense in the regulation and allowing ital a financial institution needs to ership and for helping us with this leg- the flexibility to be able to use a for- hold against operational risk, you can- islation. ward-looking way of assessing risk not look at an institution’s past losses, Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support rather than being forced to do a look- especially if they got out of that busi- of H.R. 4296, legislation that would set back-type of risk analysis. ness. reasonable parameters for Federal fi- This bill puts forth a thoughtful Mr. Speaker, I think this is common nancial regulators when establishing framework that sets parameters while sense. I think whether you are a bank- operational risk capital requirements allowing regulators the flexibility er or a regulator, you clearly under- so that banks can best leverage their needed to ensure that capital standards stand that we need to make sure that capital to grow their local economies. are appropriately tailored. we don’t blindfold our regulators. In the wake of the financial crisis, Given my background as both a So I oppose this bill, which would re- operational risk capital requirements banker and a regulator, I am often one duce capital in our country’s largest fi- were first agreed to at the Basel Com- of the loudest voices in favor of strong nancial institutions and blindfold our mittee. That is a foreign group of folks capital standards. At the same time, regulators’ ability to safeguard the sta- who get together. We have accepted those standards need to make sense, bility of our economy. I urge all of my some of their advice, unfortunately, Mr. Speaker. They need to reflect the colleagues to vote ‘‘no.’’ and then it was implemented in the actual risk posed by the institution to b 1615 United States by the FDIC, the OCC, the financial system. and the Federal Reserve. These standards have a tremendous Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I Like many concepts fashioned at the impact on a bank’s capital levels, and yield myself 30 seconds. Basel Committee, the original intent it is important that the regulators get As I listen to my colleague from may have seemed to be a good idea, but them right so that they don’t ham- Ohio, she uses the complete wrong the implementation has brought about string the bank’s ability to meet the analogies. What happens is we don’t confusion and unintended con- credit needs of its local economy and pay our home insurance premiums on sequences. community. the home we sold; we pay it on the The committee, realizing it didn’t I hope my colleagues will join me in home we own. get it right, has revised its rec- voting in favor of this commonsense bi- If you lived in a swamp and then you ommended operational risk standards partisan legislation. moved to a mountaintop in Colorado, on more than one occasion in the last Mr. Speaker, I again thank the chair- you pay different insurance premiums; few years. The first was in the fall of man for his support. and if you cease to be a skydiver and 2014, when the committee found that Ms. MAXINE WATERS of California. you become an accountant, maybe you its original standards were under-cali- Mr. Speaker, I yield as much time as pay different life insurance premiums. brated. The second came in 2016, when she may consume to the gentlewoman This has to do with your risk profile the Basel Committee suggested a re- from Ohio (Mrs. BEATTY), a member of today, not yesterday. quirement that would force banks to the Financial Services Committee. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the look back and hold capital against dis- Mrs. BEATTY. Mr. Speaker, I thank gentleman from Ohio (Mr. STIVERS), a counted activities and products. This is our ranking member, Congresswoman member of the Financial Services Com- not an appropriate way to determine MAXINE WATERS, for yielding me time mittee. capital requirements. and also for her steadfast leadership in Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in So what does this mean? opposing the Financial CHOICE Act support of H.R. 4296, sponsored by my It means that today a bank that and many of the provisions included in colleague BLAINE LUETKEMEYER. This exited a particular line of business the bill, including the one that we are bipartisan bill makes important cor- must still hold the same amount of considering on the floor today. rections in the bank capital require- capital as another bank that is still en- Mr. Speaker, this bill flies in the face ments for operational risk. Under the gaged in that business. It also means of the old maxim: Those who do not re- legislation, regulators would continue that a bank that spends money to im- member the past are condemned to re- to be able to consider the bank’s oper- prove risk management will be saddled peat it. ational risk, but would do so in a for- with the same capital standards as a This bill would effectively blindfold ward-looking manner. bank that has done nothing to improve our regulators when calculating oper- Currently, financial institutions are its risk management. ational risk capital at our largest in- required to hold risk-based capital, My legislation would instill con- stitutions—it is worth repeating again: even for discontinued activities and fidence by instituting clear guardrails not our community banks, but our products. Accounting and the capital for operational risk capital require- largest financial institutions—by pre- markets often use the concept of pro ments. This is particularly important cluding them from looking at an insti- forma financials, which means you con- considering that the European regu- tution’s historic losses as an indicator sider the ongoing operations, or the lators have moved the goalposts on of possible future losses. way that it would look if it looks like U.S. regulators and financial institu- Now, earlier, the ranking member in- it is today, going forward. This bill tions several times. jected an example of asking about our would institute that same approach for H.R. 4296 will also ensure that the credit scores. I think it is worth elabo- regulators to use pro forma operational imposition of forward-looking capital rating on this, Mr. Speaker. Imagine if risk, so they wouldn’t have to continue requirements focus on the bank’s cur- I go to a bank for a mortgage loan and to charge a capital charge on oper- rent activities and businesses. they ask me for my credit score, and I ations that have been discontinued. Equally important, this bill would simply told them they couldn’t look at I think the chairman made a great incentivize institutions to mitigate my past financial behavior in order to comment about you don’t buy home in- operational risk, creating safer banks decide whether or not they are going to surance on a home you have already and a safer financial system. give me the loan. sold. My colleague, Mr. LUETKEMEYER,

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For example, the Fed is happening again, but here we are today banks are not charged capital charges likely going to continue tightening where these big banks now believe that against things that they aren’t doing rates, and I am not sure Congress will we should simply forget the past mis- anymore. always be able to provide the takes that they made and, instead, This approach will free up capital progrowth fiscal policy that we have only evaluate their current activities that is needlessly on the sidelines and seen as of late. to determine certain capital require- put it back in reach of America’s job One of our other tools for affecting ments. I guarantee you those families creators. I urge my colleagues to vote the performance of the economy is a that have suffered have not simply for- ‘‘yes’’ on H.R. 4296. progrowth but sensible regime that gotten about what they went through Ms. MAXINE WATERS of California. permits for investment, job creation, and what they are still struggling to Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the and financial security. H.R. 4296 will overcome and recover from. gentlewoman from Ohio (Mrs. BEATTY). ensure our banking regulators insti- By ignoring critical indicators of She has raised a question about the tute operational risk capital standards past activities, this bill would allow analogies that the chairman made, and that make sense for the U.S. financial big banks, like Wells Fargo, for exam- those analogies seem to escape ordi- system. ple, who defrauded the American peo- nary logic. This legislation ensures that oper- ple just in the last several months by Mrs. BEATTY. Mr. Speaker, I thank ational risk-based capital requirements opening millions of fake accounts, to the ranking member for yielding me are reflective of the banking organiza- get away with a slap on the wrist. And this time. tion’s current activities and busi- the American people are set up to take Maybe I should try to right that nesses. This seems logical, but the cur- the fall for their actions. wrong analogy that our chairman rent approach is dependent on histor- Now, supporters of this bill claim thought; but maybe if I take his anal- ical performance and does not provide that current capital requirements sti- ogy that it is not based on the house I for adjustments based on changes made fle lending and hurt our banks and the sold but it is based on the house I am by a banking organization. economy, but the facts say otherwise. living in, well, what is the difference? So, for example, a banking organiza- In 2016, bank profits reached an all- If I went to the bank and wanted to tion might suffer from a cyber attack time high, and today business lending put my house up for collateral but I that results in losses for the organiza- is up 75 percent since 2010. Our coun- hadn’t paid the payment on it in 4 tion. In fact, cyber attacks and data try’s banks added more than $700 bil- months and it was getting ready to be breaches are considered to be one of lion in capital to absorb potential foreclosed on, I think they would want the largest categories of operational losses and protect Americans and our to know that. And that would be risk. In response, this banking organi- economy from financial disaster. maybe a better analogy on it, because zation could choose to overhaul its Higher capital requirements don’t re- what we are trying to say to the people ability to detect and respond to such strict lending. They simply ensure that who are out there watching and listen- operational risk incidents. big banks that are even bigger today ing to this: You cannot let our larger Shouldn’t our capital framework re- than they were in 2008 can absorb their banks put us at risk, what we know flect that work, or should the banking losses without depending on taxpayers also happened in 2008. organization continue to suffer from a for a bailout. So that was the point I was making. punitive framework that The American people deserve a finan- So let’s say the analogies don’t work so disincentivizes proactively addressing cial system that works for them and we don’t have to go back and forth. Let operational risk? their families, not one that bets me just say that I am voting ‘‘no’’ on I, for one, am supportive of policies against them to boost Wall Street prof- this because I don’t want to blindfold that will encourage investment by its. We need to pass legislation that in- or tie the hands of the regulators’ banking organizations to address creases these capital requirements of being able to do their jobs. reputational risk, such as those that banks with assets greater than $50 bil- Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I might pose a risk for a data breach. I lion and continue to enact and yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from would encourage all of my colleagues strengthen reforms that will protect Illinois (Mr. HULTGREN), the vice chair- to vote in support of this bipartisan our economy and American families man of the Financial Services Sub- legislation. I would encourage our fi- from another massive collapse. That is committee on Capital Markets. nancial sector to proactively address why I am strongly urging our col- Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I also operational risks, and it will also free leagues to reject this dangerous bill want to thank Chairman HENSARLING up capital to permit for economic and, instead, work together towards ef- for all of his work moving this impor- growth. forts to build a financial system that tant regulatory reform through. Ms. MAXINE WATERS of California. serves the American people, not special I speak today in support of H.R. 4296, Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as she interests or Wall Street banks. to place requirements on operational may consume to the gentlewoman from Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I risk capital requirements for banking Hawaii (Ms. GABBARD), a member of the yield myself 30 seconds. organizations established by an appro- Congressional Progressive Caucus. I point out to my friends on the other priate Federal banking agency. This Ms. GABBARD. Mr. Speaker, I thank side of the aisle, there are over 20 dif- bill is one of many that are being re- Ranking Member WATERS for her lead- ferent capital levels that are already ported by the Financial Services Com- ership in opposing this bill and stand- applied to our banking organizations, mittee with bipartisan support. ing for the protection of everyday including the Total Loss-Absorbing I want to commend Congressman Americans. Capital, the TLAC. LUETKEMEYER and Congressman MEEKS We can’t forget that it was only 10 I would also point out, if my friends for working together to get a very years ago that millions of hardworking are so concerned about capital levels, strong vote from the Financial Serv- families watched their life savings en- maybe they should have supported the ices Committee. I hope that is some- tirely wiped out. They lost their Financial CHOICE Act, which is a thing we can accomplish today on the homes. They couldn’t afford to send tradeoff between greater levels of cap- House floor. their kids to college. And all of this ital and Washington micromanagement This legislation acknowledges that heartache, this pain, this suffering that of our financial institutions. we can make improvements to the reg- they went through was the direct re- Last but not least, Chairman Powell ulatory framework that has been im- sult of risky predatory lending prac- of the Federal Reserve appeared before plemented or is still pending in re- tices and too-big-to-fail banks that did our committee just this morning to say sponse to the financial crisis. My con- not have sufficient capital in place to safety and soundness considerations

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Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the the 10 largest banks more likely to fail, H.R. 4296 reforms operational risk re- gentleman from North Carolina (Mr. but it also makes it more likely that quirements so they can be focused on a PITTENGER), the vice chairman of the the Federal Reserve will be unable to bank’s current activities and line of Financial Services Subcommittee on address problems in the financial sys- business. This legislation keeps sound Terrorism and Illicit Finance. tem going forward. standards in place so that banks must Mr. PITTENGER. Mr. Speaker, I I would like to also mention that, in avoid risky behavior while also freeing thank my good friend and chairman of a letter opposing this bill, the Center up needed capital so that it can be lent the Financial Institutions and Con- for American Progress highlighted, to consumers, not be needlessly held up sumer Credit Subcommittee, Mr. again, several budgetary consider- in a vault to meet a misguided govern- LUETKEMEYER, for his active work on ations we should keep in mind as we ment mandate. this important legislation. debate this bill. And, of course, I have By ensuring that capital standards In the aftermath of the financial cri- either mentioned or alluded to it, but are transparent, fair, and based on sis, the Basel Committee expanded reg- it is important that we understand real-life economic conditions, this bi- ulations on operational risk require- that the Center for American Progress partisan solution removes a troubling ments imposed on financial institu- is very concerned, and the CBO also roadblock to capital that would other- tions. Unfortunately, like many of the projects, that H.R. 4296 will increase wise be allocated to consumers, home- implemented regulations, unintended the deficit due to an increase in ex- owners, and businesses. Mr. Speaker, I want to again applaud consequences were brought about. The pected losses to the Federal Govern- the bipartisan teamwork of my col- complexity and nature of the current ment stemming from an increase in the leagues BLAINE LUETKEMEYER and operational risk capital requirements likelihood of another financial crisis. have greatly diminished the avail- GREGORY MEEKS. I also want to thank b 1630 ability of credit for consumers, result- Chairman HENSARLING for all of his ing in increased costs and prices for The bill would pay for these costs by leadership on this important issue and families and small businesses. lowering the Federal Reserve System’s so many others, and I urge all of my To address these concerns, H.R. 4296 surplus funds, once again treating the colleagues to vote ‘‘yes’’ on this impor- limits the burden of operational risk Fed like a piggy bank and shifting pri- tant bipartisan bill. Ms. MAXINE WATERS of California. capital requirements to a bank’s cur- vately generated losses to the public. Mr. Speaker, early in my statement, I rent activities and businesses and per- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of warned that there would be someone mits adjustments to lessen operational my time. who would come on the floor and claim risk. This will ensure that banks are Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I that it was going to hurt community holding increased capital more effi- yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from New York (Mr. ZELDIN), a very hard- banks, small town banks; and this bill ciently and will expand the credit mar- has nothing to do with community ket to better meet the needs of hard- working member of the Financial Serv- ices Committee. banks or small town banks. working Americans. This is about megabanks. This is Mr. ZELDIN. Mr. Speaker, I thank Let me be clear: This bill does not about SIFIs. This is about the banks Chairman HENSARLING for all of his eliminate operational risk capital re- that can cause harm in the whole sys- leadership and for recognizing me to be quirements but, prudently, ensures tem. This is about those banks that we able to rise in strong support of this bi- that requirements are forward-looking must be concerned about because of the partisan legislation introduced by my and appropriately tailored to a bank’s displacement that they can cause, not colleagues on the Financial Services current financial risk profile. As a key only in this country, but internation- Committee, Congressman BLAINE provision of the CHOICE Act, which ally. passed the House in June, I want to LUETKEMEYER and Congressman GREG- Mr. Speaker, I just remind you again thank Mr. LUETKEMEYER for his per- ORY MEEKS. this has nothing to do with community sistence and continual leadership on Like so many regulations imposed by banks. This has nothing to do with this important issue. the 2010 Dodd-Frank law, the current small town banks. This is just the big I urge all of my colleagues to please set of operational risk capital require- banks that are significantly important join us in supporting this common- ments imposed on America’s financial banks. sense, bipartisan bill. institutions place a one-size-fits-all so- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of Ms. MAXINE WATERS of California. lution on banks, regardless of their my time. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time capitalization, their various lines of Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I as I may consume. business, and the customers they serve. yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from In addition to the concerns I have The current standard under Dodd- Ohio (Mr. DAVIDSON), a very thoughtful raised about this bill, I also want to Frank requires banks to look back and member of the Financial Services Com- mention a change to H.R. 4296 made in hold operational risk capital against mittee. the Rules Committee just last night. discontinued business activities or Mr. DAVIDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise Because H.R. 4296 makes the 10 larg- products. In plain English, this means today to offer my support for H.R. 4296 est banks more likely to fail, the non- banks are being forced to hold capital and for the bipartisan work of our com- partisan Congressional Budget Office to hedge against a fictitious risk of a mittee, the work our chairman has determined that there was a higher loan or a product discontinued years helped lead; and I am encouraged that likelihood that taxpayer funds would ago. this bill will establish clear guardrails be used to wind down a megabank. To This is not an effective way to deter- for operational risk capital require- offset these costs, Republicans have mine capital requirements, nor is it in ments and improve U.S. capital frame- taken funds from the Federal Reserve’s line with the real risk these standards work as a whole. surplus account. are meant to protect consumers from. This legislation is another example So what is the Fed’s capital surplus This is hurting consumers by making of ensuring regulators work in the best account? Effectively, it is a rainy-day credit less available in the market- interest of the U.S. economy rather fund intended to ensure adequate cap- place, and this especially hurts the than abiding by international stand- ital is available to absorb possible small- and medium-size hometown ards that hold American businesses losses. Several stakeholders have banks that our communities rely on. back rather than move them forward. raised concerns that, by reducing the To my constituents on Long Island, In fact, the very premise of this legis- Fed’s surplus account, Congress could and to hardworking American families lation reminds me of a song. I remem- negatively affect the Federal Reserve’s across our country, the consequences ber when Bill Clinton was running, he

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This bill, as you have heard over and So I would just simply say that this Well, this piece of legislation that is over, does not eliminate the Federal attempt to basically say: don’t look at in place today, established by the Basel Government’s ability to assess oper- our past, no matter how bad we have Committee in 2006, is thinking about ational risk or alter the regulators’ au- been, no matter how many fines have tomorrow, is thinking about yesterday. thority to set capital requirements been placed on them, forget about that. What happened in the past is con- when doing business on high-risk cus- We don’t like that. straining what could happen in the fu- tomers. So in saying that, what they are basi- ture. Mr. LUETKEMEYER’s bipartisan legis- cally saying is they are going to create So banks are reserving against past lation would create a commonsense re- more risk and they are going to put losses in an era that holds them from form to the Basel standards, and I urge banks in the position of possibly fail- being able to adopt the business plans all Members to support it. ing. that maybe even under new leadership, I also want to thank Congressman So with that, I would just like us not new board members, and a whole new MEEKS, a fellow New Yorker, for co- to forget that our current operational set of governance requirements that sponsoring this legislation. risk capital standards didn’t come out will get the company moving forward Again, I want to thank Mr. Chairman of nowhere. They are still recovering at a better growth rate. This is better for his great work on our committee from the 2007 to 2009 financial crisis, for not just the company, not just the and also Mr. LUETKEMEYER for his hard which was largely caused by unsafe executives or the board members, but work, his bipartisan work on this bill, practices by large internationally ac- the consumers that would be served by for a person who is a banker, a business tive megabanks and inadequate regula- this market. person from a rural area of our country tion that ignored past misconduct and Take, for instance, historic losses who really understands the need to risky activities. The crisis stripped wealth from mil- being reserved against. That capital is protect consumers. lions of American families and de- sitting there not actively employed in Ms. MAXINE WATERS of California. stroyed the economy. Since we passed the market. Even the Basel Committee Mr. Speaker, may I inquire as to how the Dodd-Frank Act and the regulators saw how ridiculous this rule is; so they much time I have remaining? have implemented standards from the updated their guidance, in 2016, to in- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. international Basel III accord, includ- clude historical loss experience as a WOODALL). The gentlewoman from Cali- ing our operational risk capital rules, relevant indicator instead of as the fornia has 91⁄2 minutes remaining. we have made tremendous progress to sole factor. Ms. MAXINE WATERS of California. create a better capitalized and more It is time that we move forward in Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance stable banking system, and this is the best interests of our country and of my time. bearing results. make rules that help American busi- Mr. Speaker, let’s put aside the com- Megabanks have experienced record- nesses instead of hold them back. plex terminology we often use with Fi- breaking profits for the past several Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to nancial Services legislation and call years. Now they expect us to believe support this vital legislation. this bill what it really is: a short-sight- that these commonsense rules that Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I ed giveaway to Wall Street megabanks. take into account their previous behav- yield 2 minutes to the gentlewoman Approximately ten banks we are ior was keeping them from providing from New York (Ms. TENNEY), a hard- talking about, the very largest banks more affordable credit to hardworking working member of the Financial Serv- in our Nation, have to abide by oper- consumers in search of the American ices Committee. ational risk standards under an en- Ms. TENNEY. Mr. Speaker, I thank hanced framework. They are required Dream? As I mentioned earlier, a bank can the chairman for yielding me the time to maintain this additional capital so still make loans to credit-worthy con- to speak on this important bill and when they continue to engage in risky sumers while funding those loans with also for his tremendous and strong behavior, like opening millions of fake capital instead of debt. leadership on our committee. accounts to drive up profits, they will H.R. 4296 would set reasonable stand- not immediately become insolvent, b 1645 ards for regulators that are based pri- sparking a financial crisis. Operational capital is not cash marily on the risk posed by a banking And may I just stop here for a mo- locked away at night, but, rather, it is organization’s current activities and ment and say: it is odd that, given the the value of a bank’s assets minus its businesses, not on past activities, as information that we have discovered liabilities or debts. A well-capitalized you have heard. about some of our megabanks, particu- bank that has adequate sources of Operational risk standards were cre- larly Wells Fargo, that was involved funding can accommodate losses with- ated and are a product of the European not only in creating fake accounts, out reducing its lending. In fact, it Basel Committee and have been false accounts in their clients’ names, would be able to lend in good times and amended twice, actually, since that but also selling them basically insur- in bad. time. But their adaptation still doesn’t ance that they did not need, I am won- We should direct the regulators over- hit the mark, and that is why, though dering why my friends on the opposite seeing megabanks like Wells Fargo the Basel Committee’s proposal is well side of the aisle are not more con- with its years of numerous consumer intentioned, this bill and this proposal cerned about this operational risk that abuses and JPMorgan Chase with its will amend that to tailor it to the they take. London Whale trading scandal not to needs and to the effectiveness and effi- For example, when we talk about ignore these past failures and put our ciency of our banks. operational risk, include in that the constituents at risk. The current framework is based on fines, the fines that we have placed on My colleagues on the other side of past activity and will hold operational Wells Fargo and other banks that have the aisle are rushing through deregula- capital on discontinued products, prod- been caught committing fraud on its tory measures to help their friends on ucts that banks don’t even have in clients. It seems to me that this would Wall Street. But Congress must not their portfolios. This bill will correct be taken into consideration, and I forget that it was hardworking con- those errors by allowing our U.S.-based don’t think they are going to stop. sumers across the country who paid financial regulators to tailor the cap- We have gone through a crisis. In dearly for Wall Street’s faults in the ital requirements they need based on 2008, we had this meltdown. We had a last financial crisis. So I would urge their unique business model. recession, almost a depression. We had Members to vote ‘‘no’’ on this bill. H.R. 4296 limits the burden of oper- to bail out all of these banks, yet we I am very pleased that while my col- ational risk capital requirements to a have Members, particularly on the op- leagues on the opposite side of the aisle bank’s current activities and busi- posite side of the aisle, who are doing keep talking about this being a bipar- nesses, gives the bank the ability to de- everything that they can to go back to tisan bill and they mention Mr. MEEKS’

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Mr. Speaker, I So we have heard a lot about a very risk, because if we are not, Mr. Speak- yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from simple bill that helps clarify one of er, hardworking Americans are losing Indiana (Mr. HOLLINGSWORTH), who is a perhaps two dozen different capital lev- current credit opportunities in order to member of the Financial Services Com- els that are already applicable to our pay for past operational risk. That is mittee. banking institutions, the total loss-ab- not right, that is not fair, and that is Mr. HOLLINGSWORTH. Mr. Speaker, sorbing capacity, the supplementary not smart. I am pleased to rise in support of this leverage ratio, the enhanced supple- We ought to ensure that we have the legislation because I think it addresses mentary leverage ratio, the liquidity proper capital level not only to make a fundamental flaw in how we have coverage ratio, the G-SIB surcharge, sure that we have a safe and sound fi- looked at operational risk capital. and the list goes on and on and on. nancial system but to make sure that Fundamentally, we want banks to We are talking, about, Mr. Speaker, we are capitalizing the American hold capital necessary for the risks one capital level, the operational cap- Dream for our constituents. they are taking today and the likely ital—operational risk capital. So, num- My constituents in the Fifth District risks that they may incur losses into ber one, there are a multitude of dif- of Texas, who live in places like Min- the future. By purely looking back- ferent capital levels and liquidity lev- eola and Forney, who are desperately wards, we are driving down the Inter- els that are already applied to our fi- trying to fund their American Dream state in the financial system driving by nancial institutions. and put that down payment on a first looking in the rearview mirror only. What we are saying is, if we are house, we have got to make sure that That is a terrible mistake by only measuring operational risk, we should they are able to. looking at past risks instead of the focus on current risks. Then, if in So many Americans are living pay- risks they have today. doubt, Mr. Speaker, I always rec- check to paycheck. They need these If we want to encourage institutions ommend that Members actually read credit opportunities, Mr. Speaker. to become less risky, then we need to the bills that are being debated. It is Let’s calibrate one capital ratio prop- ensure that they can reduce the an always helpful exercise. If you erly. Let’s add a little common sense, amount of capital buffer if they are would actually read the bill, you would and let’s not allow the good people in doing less risky activities. This is basi- discover in section 1 of the bill, Mr. Basel, Switzerland—as good as they cally incentivizing the right behavior. LUETKEMEYER’s bill says that oper- may be—de facto impose what is an ir- If we continue to say to institutions: ational risk capital is based primarily rational capital system on our banking You are going to be penalized for the on the risks posed by a banking organi- system as we are trying to help our past irrespective of what you may be zations’ current activities and busi- small businesses and our families. doing today, irrespective of the less ness. So, Mr. Speaker, I encourage all risk you may be taking into the future, If you look at subparagraph (3) of Members to support H.R. 4296, a strong then we are essentially providing them paragraph (a), it says: ‘‘ . . . which is bipartisan bill to help credit opportuni- no incentive to become less risky. not solely based on a banking organiza- ties for all families. I think the lesson after 2008 is mak- tion’s historic losses.’’ Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance ing sure that we allow the free markets So it is not prohibited to look at his- of my time. and institutions to act with the right toric facts, but, primarily, we must be The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. incentives, not the wrong incentives. focused on the current operational BYRNE). All time for debate has ex- We want them to become less risky risk. pired. over time by their own decisions and As I used earlier in the debate the Pursuant to House Resolution 747, by their own elections. analogy of who would want their life the previous question is ordered on the This doesn’t change anything about insurance premiums based on the fact bill, as amended. the basic operational risk capital that that in an earlier point in their life The question is on the engrossment they must maintain, except that it they were a skydiver or a scuba diver and third reading of the bill. says it should match what they are and now today they are facing life as The bill was ordered to be engrossed doing today and the activities that an accountant? Those are different risk and read a third time, and was read the they are going to be engaged on in the profiles. third time. future. If you build a home 4 feet below sea MOTION TO RECOMMIT So I do think this is commonsense level, yet you sell that home, I doubt Ms. MAXINE WATERS of California. legislation. I do think this is a you want your flood insurance pre- Mr. Speaker, I have a motion to recom- thoughtful response to a genuine prob- miums based on the home that you al- mit at the desk. lem that I hear about back home in In- ready sold. It makes no sense. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is the diana frequently. So I continue to sup- As I also said earlier in this debate, gentlewoman opposed to the bill? port H.R. 4296, and I urge all of my col- when it comes to proper levels of cap- Ms. MAXINE WATERS of California. leagues to do the same. ital, as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome I am opposed to the bill in its current Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, Powell stated earlier today before our form. may I inquire how much time I have committee, safety and soundness con- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The remaining? siderations trump all. The regulators Clerk will report the motion to recom- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- have the power to adjust the capital mit. tleman from Texas has 51⁄2 minutes re- levels. The Clerk read as follows: maining. Now, this friend on the other side of Ms. Maxine Waters of California moves to Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I the aisle talks about, oh, my God, this recommit the bill H.R. 4296 to the Com- yield myself the balance of my time. is a huge risk to the economy. It is $22 mittee on Financial Services with instruc- Mr. Speaker, for the perhaps two million. Now, that is real money. But, tions to report the same back to the House dozen people who are watching us on C– Mr. Speaker, we all know that is not forthwith with the following amendment: SPAN at the moment, I think it is im- even a rounding error here; $22 million In section 1(b)(2), redesignate subpara- portant to add a little bit of clarity to over the 10-year budget window is ap- graphs (A), (B), (C), (D), and (E) as clauses (i), (ii), (iii), (iv), and (v), respectively, and what we are debating here. proximately a $2 million risk. And adjust the margins accordingly. What we are debating is: What is the from the Congressional Budget Office Page 2, line 16, strike ‘‘means—’’ and insert proper capital level for a federally in- report, they say that it is a small, the following: ‘‘— sured financial institution? small chance that the FDIC would (A) means—

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Last Page 3, after line 7, insert the following: (E) Violating Federal consumer financial year, I introduced H.R. 3937, the (B) does not include a global systemically laws with respect to mortgage loans, includ- Megabank Accountability and Con- important bank holding company or any sub- ing charges of hidden fees and unauthorized sidiary thereof, if the global systemically or improper disclosures tied to home mort- sequences Act, to compel the Federal important bank holding company or any sub- gage loan modifications. bank regulators to fully utilize exist- sidiary thereof has engaged in a pattern or (F) Engaging in unsafe or unsound banking ing authorities to stop these practice of unsafe or unsound banking prac- practices related to residential mortgage megabanks from repeatedly flouting tices and other violations related to con- loan servicing and foreclosure processing. the law and harming millions of con- sumer harm. (G) Violating the Servicemembers Civil sumers. (3) FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL LAW.— Relief Act. So I was glad to see Janet Yellen on The term ‘‘Federal consumer financial law’’ Ms. MAXINE WATERS of California has the meaning given that term under sec- her last day at the Federal Reserve tion 1002 of the Consumer Financial Protec- (during the reading). Mr. Speaker, I take bold action to cap the bank’s size tion Act of 2010 (12 U.S.C. 5481). ask unanimous consent to dispense until it cleans up its act. I am talking (4) GLOBAL SYSTEMICALLY IMPORTANT BANK with the reading of the motion. about Wells Fargo. This is what Janet HOLDING COMPANY.— The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Yellen did on her last day at the Fed- (A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘‘global system- objection to the request of the gentle- eral Reserve. ically important bank holding company’’ woman from California? means— But we must do more to send a There was no objection. strong message to all megabanks that (i) a bank holding company that has been The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- there will be real consequences for identified by the Board of Governors of the ant to the rule, the gentlewoman from their bad actions that mislead, abuse, Federal Reserve System as a global system- California is recognized for 5 minutes ically important bank holding company pur- or deceive its customers. in support of her motion. suant to section 217.402 of title 12, Code of H.R. 4296, in its current form, would Federal Regulations; and Ms. MAXINE WATERS of California. Mr. Speaker, this is the final amend- send the opposite message to recidivist (ii) a global systemically important for- megabanks. They should not reap the eign banking organization, as defined under ment to the bill which will not kill the section 252.2 of title 12, Code of Federal Reg- bill or send it back to committee. If profit of easier operational capital re- ulations. adopted, the bill will immediately pro- quirements while their operational (B) TREATMENT OF EXISTING GSIBS.—A com- ceed to final passage, as amended. breakdowns are only increasing. pany or organization described under clause We have talked at length today about Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to (i) or (ii) of subparagraph (A) on the date of how H.R. 4296 is a bill for Wall Street adopt this motion to recommit so that the enactment of this Act shall be deemed a megabanks, and I deeply disagree with we do not reward a recidivist global systemically important bank holding megabank like Wells Fargo for re- company for purposes of this Act. the bill’s approach. So I offer this mo- (5) PATTERN OR PRACTICE OF UNSAFE OR UN- tion to recommit not in a manner that peated operational failures that ripped SOUND BANKING PRACTICES AND OTHER VIOLA- sends the bill to the committee and off millions of consumers. TIONS RELATED TO CONSUMER HARM.—The kills the bill, but, rather, to attempt to Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance term ‘‘pattern or practice of unsafe or un- improve the bill before the House votes of my time. sound banking practices and other violations on final passage of the measure. Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I related to consumer harm’’ means engaging Let’s discuss the elephant in the claim the time in opposition. in all of the following activities, to the ex- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- tent each activity was discovered or oc- room. We all know megabanks have curred at least once in the 10 years preceding been given a free ride in Washington tleman from Texas is recognized for 5 the date of the enactment of this Act: for far too long. During the savings and minutes. (A) Having unsafe or unsound practices in loan crisis, the government had no Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, the institution’s risk management and over- problem throwing bankers in jail for again, there are roughly two dozen dif- sight of the institution’s sales practices, as breaking the law. Over 1,000 bank ex- ferent capital and liquidity levels that evidenced by— ecutives were prosecuted. But now are applied to our banks. We are talk- (i) an institution lacking an enterprise- megabanks just get a fine, a slap on ing about, one, operational capital, and wide sales practices oversight program that whether or not operational risk capital enables the institution to adequately mon- the wrist, for harming consumers. itor sales practices to prevent and detect un- Since 2010, megabanks have racked ought to be based on current risk. safe or unsound sales practices and mitigate up over $160 billion worth of fines, yet Now, I know my friend on the other risks that may result from such unsafe and they keep breaking the law. We have side of the aisle always likes to wave unsound sales practices; and talked about Wells Fargo’s growing list the Wells Fargo flag. Wells Fargo needs (ii) an institution lacking a comprehensive of illegal actions that have harmed to be held accountable. There needs to customer complaint monitoring process millions of consumers. Sure they have be justice for all who have been that— been fined, but these fines are just the wronged. There have been roughly $142 (I) enables the institution to assess cus- cost of doing business. This soft en- million now paid in restitution. There tomer complaint activity across the institu- forcement approach is just increasing tion; have been over $200 million in fines (II) adequately monitors, manages, and re- their operational risk and losses, paid. which, at the end of the day, will im- ports on customer complaints; and b 1700 (III) analyzes and understands the poten- pact not only all of their customers, tial risks posed by the institution’s sales but the broader economy as well. The board of Wells Fargo has been re- practices. I hope Republicans and Democrats placed. The CEO was fired, and the (B) Engaging in unsafe and unsound sales can all agree that any megabank that Federal Reserve capped their growth, practices, as evidenced by the institution— engages in a pattern or practice of un- all under existing authorities. (i) opening more than one million unau- safe or unsound banking practices and But under this motion to recommit, thorized deposit, credit card, or other ac- other egregious violations that has re- potentially, other financial institu- counts; tions could be included. It is not the fi- (ii) performing unauthorized transfers of sulted in profound consumer harm in customer funds; and the last 10 years is not entitled to any nancial institution that counts, at the (iii) performing unauthorized credit inquir- benefit of regulatory relief provided end of the day. It is capital that could ies for purposes of the conduct described in under this bill. be used to fund car loans. It is capital clause (i) or (ii). So my amendment excludes a that could be used to fund homes. It is (C) Lacking adequate oversight of third- megabank like Wells Fargo that has capital that could be used to fund the party vendors for purposes of risk-mitiga- fraudulently opened millions of ac- next Apple or the next Amazon. In- tion, to prevent abusive and deceptive prac- counts without their customers’ con- stead, that capital would be put onto tices in the vendor’s provision of consumer sent, enrolled consumers in life insur- the sidelines. products or services. (D) Having deficient policies and proce- ance policies without their consent, Again, we are talking about oper- dures for sharing customers’ personal identi- and forced nearly 1 million Americans ational risk capital only and should it fiable information with third-party vendors to purchase automobile insurance that be calibrated for current risk or past for litigation purposes that led to inad- they didn’t even need. risk. That is a completely different

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Smith (NJ) Weber (TX) Maloney, Sean Ros-Lehtinen Smith (TX) not have happened if the CFPB under Hoyer Sarbanes Webster (FL) Huffman Matsui Schakowsky Roskam Smucker Wenstrup Ross Stefanik the previous administration had been Jackson Lee McCollum Schiff Westerman McEachin Rothfus Stewart doing their business. They should have Jayapal Schneider Williams McGovern Rouzer Stivers caught this. But they didn’t. Instead, it Jeffries Schrader Wilson (SC) Johnson (GA) McNerney Scott (VA) Royce (CA) Taylor was the LA Times and the Los Angeles Meeks Russell Tenney Wittman Johnson, E. B. Scott, David Womack city attorney. The CFPB was asleep at Jones Meng Serrano Rutherford Thompson (PA) Moore Sanford Thornberry Woodall the wheel under the previous adminis- Kaptur Sewell (AL) Yoder Keating Moulton Shea-Porter Scalise Tipton tration. Schweikert Turner Yoho Kelly (IL) Murphy (FL) Sherman Nadler Scott, Austin Upton Young (AK) So, again, there is existing authority. Kennedy Sinema Napolitano Sensenbrenner Valadao Young (IA) But if the regulators and then-Director Khanna Sires Neal Sessions Wagner Zeldin Kihuen Slaughter Cordray had been doing their job, this Nolan Kildee Soto wouldn’t have happened. The evidence Norcross NOT VOTING—17 Kilmer Suozzi O’Halleran Black Huizenga Torres was there and it was simply over- Kind Swalwell (CA) O’Rourke Carter (TX) Long Trott looked. We see way too many instances Krishnamoorthi Takano Pallone Cleaver Payne Vela´ zquez Kuster (NH) Thompson (CA) of that, Mr. Chair. Panetta Cramer Pearce Langevin Thompson (MS) Walz Again, we want to properly calibrate Pascrell Cummings Smith (WA) Wilson (FL Larsen (WA) Pelosi Titus Engel Speier one capital level, operational risk cap- Larson (CT) Tonko ital. That is what the bill of the gen- Perlmutter Lawrence Peters Tsongas b 1728 tleman from Missouri does. We should Lawson (FL) Peterson Vargas not be confused about the jihad against Lee Pingree Veasey Messrs. RUTHERFORD, COLE, banks, because banks, ultimately, are Levin Pocan Vela REED, GROTHMAN, YODER, STIV- Lewis (GA) Polis Visclosky ERS, and DIAZ-BALART changed their still funding the American Dream. You Lieu, Ted Price (NC) Wasserman punish our constituents, you punish Lipinski Quigley Schultz vote from ‘‘yea’’ to ‘‘nay.’’ small businesses every time you need- Loebsack Raskin Waters, Maxine Messrs. COHEN, KHANNA, and RICH- lessly take away capital that can fund Lofgren Rice (NY) Watson Coleman MOND changed their vote from ‘‘nay’’ Lowenthal Richmond Welch to ‘‘yea.’’ their American dreams. Lowey Rosen Yarmuth I urge a ‘‘no’’ vote on the motion to So the motion to recommit was re- recommit. I urge an ‘‘aye’’ vote on Mr. NAYS—228 jected. LUETKEMEYER’s bill. Abraham Duncan (SC) Kinzinger The result of the vote was announced I yield back the balance of my time. Aderholt Dunn Knight as above recorded. Allen Emmer Kustoff (TN) Stated for: The SPEAKER pro tempore. Without Amash Estes (KS) Labrador objection, the previous question is or- Amodei Farenthold LaHood Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, had I dered on the motion to recommit. Arrington Faso LaMalfa been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on There was no objection. Babin Ferguson Lamborn rollcall No. 88. Bacon Fitzpatrick Lance The SPEAKER pro tempore. The The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Banks (IN) Fleischmann Latta question is on the motion to recommit. Barletta Flores Lewis (MN) question is on the passage of the bill. Barr Fortenberry LoBiondo The question was taken; and the The question was taken; and the Barton Foxx Loudermilk Speaker pro tempore announced that Speaker pro tempore announced that Bergman Frelinghuysen Love the ayes appeared to have it. the noes appeared to have it. Biggs Gaetz Lucas Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, on Ms. MAXINE WATERS of California. Bilirakis Gallagher Luetkemeyer Bishop (MI) Garrett MacArthur that I demand the yeas and nays. Mr. Speaker, on that I demand the yeas Bishop (UT) Gianforte Marchant The yeas and nays were ordered. and nays. Blackburn Gibbs Marino The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a The yeas and nays were ordered. Blum Gohmert Marshall Bost Goodlatte Massie 5-minute vote. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Brady (TX) Gosar Mast The vote was taken by electronic de- ant to clause 9 of rule XX, the Chair Brat Gowdy McCarthy vice, and there were—yeas 245, nays will reduce to 5 minutes the minimum Bridenstine Granger McCaul 169, not voting 16, as follows: time for any electronic vote on the Brooks (AL) Graves (GA) McClintock Brooks (IN) Graves (LA) McHenry [Roll No. 89] question of passage of the bill. Buchanan Graves (MO) McKinley The vote was taken by electronic de- Buck Griffith McMorris YEAS—245 vice, and there were—yeas 185, nays Bucshon Grothman Rodgers Abraham Burgess Diaz-Balart 228, not voting 17, as follows: Budd Guthrie McSally Aderholt Byrne Donovan Burgess Handel Meadows Allen Calvert Duffy [Roll No. 88] Byrne Harper Meehan Amash Carson (IN) Duncan (SC) Calvert Harris Messer YEAS—185 Amodei Carter (GA) Dunn Carter (GA) Hartzler Mitchell Arrington Chabot Emmer Adams Castro (TX) DeSaulnier Chabot Hensarling Moolenaar Babin Cheney Estes (KS) Aguilar Chu, Judy Deutch Cheney Herrera Beutler Mooney (WV) Bacon Coffman Farenthold Barraga´ n Cicilline Dingell Coffman Hice, Jody B. Mullin Banks (IN) Cole Faso Bass Clark (MA) Doggett Cole Higgins (LA) Newhouse Barletta Collins (GA) Ferguson Beatty Clarke (NY) Doyle, Michael Collins (GA) Hill Noem Barr Collins (NY) Fitzpatrick Bera Clay F. Collins (NY) Holding Norman Barton Comer Fleischmann Beyer Clyburn Duncan (TN) Comer Hollingsworth Nunes Bergman Comstock Flores Bishop (GA) Cohen Ellison Comstock Hudson Olson Biggs Conaway Fortenberry Blumenauer Connolly Eshoo Conaway Hultgren Palazzo Bilirakis Cook Foxx Blunt Rochester Cooper Espaillat Cook Hunter Palmer Bishop (MI) Correa Frelinghuysen Bonamici Correa Esty (CT) Costello (PA) Hurd Paulsen Bishop (UT) Costa Gaetz Boyle, Brendan Costa Evans Crawford Issa Perry Blackburn Costello (PA) Gallagher F. Courtney Foster Culberson Jenkins (KS) Pittenger Blum Crawford Garrett Brady (PA) Crist Frankel (FL) Curbelo (FL) Jenkins (WV) Poe (TX) Bost Cuellar Gianforte Brown (MD) Crowley Fudge Curtis Johnson (LA) Poliquin Brady (TX) Culberson Gibbs Brownley (CA) Cuellar Gabbard Davidson Johnson (OH) Posey Brat Curtis Gohmert Bustos Davis (CA) Gallego Davis, Rodney Johnson, Sam Ratcliffe Bridenstine Davidson Goodlatte Butterfield Davis, Danny Garamendi Denham Jordan Reed Brooks (AL) Davis, Rodney Gosar Capuano DeFazio Gomez Dent Joyce (OH) Reichert Brooks (IN) Delaney Gottheimer Carbajal DeGette Gonzalez (TX) DeSantis Katko Renacci Buchanan Denham Gowdy Ca´ rdenas Delaney Gottheimer DesJarlais Kelly (MS) Rice (SC) Buck Dent Granger Carson (IN) DeLauro Green, Al Diaz-Balart Kelly (PA) Roby Bucshon DeSantis Graves (GA) Cartwright DelBene Green, Gene Donovan King (IA) Roe (TN) Budd DesJarlais Graves (LA) Castor (FL) Demings Grijalva Duffy King (NY) Rogers (AL)

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:30 Mar 08, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD18\H27FE8.REC H27FE8 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1317 Graves (MO) McCaul Russell Pelosi Sanford Thompson (MS) The Clerk will redesignate the Griffith McClintock Rutherford Perlmutter Sarbanes Titus amendment. Grothman McHenry Scalise Peters Schakowsky Tonko Guthrie McKinley Schneider Pingree Schiff Tsongas The Clerk redesignated the amend- Handel McMorris Schrader Pocan Scott (VA) Vargas ment. Harper Rodgers Schweikert Price (NC) Serrano Vela RECORDED VOTE Harris McSally Scott, Austin Quigley Sewell (AL) Vela´ zquez Hartzler Meadows Scott, David Raskin Shea-Porter Visclosky The Acting CHAIR. A recorded vote Hensarling Meehan Sensenbrenner Richmond Sherman Wasserman has been demanded. Herrera Beutler Meeks Rosen Sires Schultz Sessions A recorded vote was ordered. Hice, Jody B. Messer Shimkus Roybal-Allard Slaughter Waters, Maxine Ruiz Soto Watson Coleman Higgins (LA) Mitchell Shuster The Acting CHAIR. This will be a 2- Hill Moolenaar Rush Swalwell (CA) Welch Simpson minute vote. Holding Mooney (WV) Ryan (OH) Takano Wilson (FL) Sinema Hollingsworth Mullin Sa´ nchez Thompson (CA) Yarmuth The vote was taken by electronic de- Smith (MO) Hudson Murphy (FL) vice, and there were—ayes 308, noes 107, Hultgren Newhouse Smith (NE) NOT VOTING—16 Smith (NJ) not voting 15, as follows: Hunter Noem Black Engel Speier Smith (TX) Hurd Norman Carter (TX) Huizenga Torres [Roll No. 90] Smucker Issa Nunes Cleaver Long Trott AYES—308 Jenkins (KS) O’Halleran Stefanik Cramer Payne Walz Abraham Jenkins (WV) Olson Stewart Cummings Pearce Dingell Lawrence Adams Johnson (LA) Palazzo Stivers Curbelo (FL) Smith (WA) Doggett Lawson (FL) Johnson (OH) Palmer Suozzi Aderholt Donovan Levin Johnson, Sam Paulsen Taylor ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Aguilar Doyle, Michael Lewis (GA) Jordan Perry Tenney The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Amodei F. Lipinski Joyce (OH) Peterson Thompson (PA) Arrington Duffy LoBiondo BYRNE) (during the vote). There are 2 Katko Pittenger Thornberry Barletta Dunn Loebsack Barr Ellison Love Kelly (MS) Poe (TX) Tipton minutes remaining. Barraga´ n Espaillat Lowey Kelly (PA) Poliquin Turner Barton Estes (KS) Lucas King (IA) Polis Upton b 1737 Bass Esty (CT) Luetkemeyer King (NY) Posey Valadao So the bill was passed. Beatty Evans Lujan Grisham, Kinzinger Ratcliffe Veasey Knight Reed The result of the vote was announced Bera Faso M. Wagner ´ Kustoff (TN) Reichert as above recorded. Bilirakis Fitzpatrick Lujan, Ben Ray Walberg Bishop (GA) Fleischmann MacArthur Labrador Renacci Walden A motion to reconsider was laid on LaHood Rice (NY) Bishop (MI) Flores Maloney, Walker LaMalfa Rice (SC) the table. Bishop (UT) Fortenberry Carolyn B. Walorski Lamborn Roby Blackburn Frankel (FL) Maloney, Sean Walters, Mimi f Lance Roe (TN) Blumenauer Frelinghuysen Marchant Weber (TX) Latta Rogers (AL) ALLOW STATES AND VICTIMS TO Blunt Rochester Gallagher Marino Lewis (MN) Rogers (KY) Webster (FL) Bost Gallego Marshall LoBiondo Rohrabacher Wenstrup FIGHT ONLINE SEX TRAF- Boyle, Brendan Garamendi Mast Loudermilk Rokita Westerman FICKING ACT OF 2017 F. Gianforte Matsui Love Rooney, Francis Williams Brady (TX) Gibbs McCarthy Lucas Rooney, Thomas Wilson (SC) The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Brooks (IN) Gonzalez (TX) McCaul Luetkemeyer J. Wittman ant to House Resolution 748 and rule Brown (MD) Gottheimer McCollum MacArthur Ros-Lehtinen Womack XVIII, the Chair declares the House in Brownley (CA) Gowdy McEachin Buchanan Granger McHenry Marchant Roskam Woodall the Committee of the Whole House on Marino Ross Yoder Bucshon Graves (LA) McKinley Marshall Rothfus Yoho the state of the Union for the further Budd Graves (MO) McMorris Massie Rouzer Young (AK) consideration of the bill, H.R. 1865. Burgess Green, Al Rodgers Mast Royce (CA) Young (IA) Will the gentleman from Georgia Bustos Green, Gene McSally McCarthy Ruppersberger Zeldin Butterfield Grijalva Meehan (Mr. CARTER) kindly take the chair. Byrne Guthrie Meeks ´ NAYS—169 Calvert Gutierrez Meng b 1739 Carbajal Hanabusa Messer Adams DeSaulnier Kildee Ca´ rdenas Handel Mitchell Aguilar Deutch Kilmer IN THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Carter (GA) Harper Moolenaar Barraga´ n Dingell Kind Accordingly, the House resolved Cartwright Hartzler Mooney (WV) Bass Doggett Krishnamoorthi itself into the Committee of the Whole Castor (FL) Hastings Moulton Beatty Doyle, Michael Kuster (NH) Castro (TX) Hensarling Mullin Bera F. Langevin House on the state of the Union for the Chabot Herrera Beutler Murphy (FL) Beyer Duncan (TN) Larsen (WA) further consideration of the bill (H.R. Cheney Higgins (LA) Nadler Bishop (GA) Ellison Larson (CT) 1865) to amend the Communications Chu, Judy Hill Neal Blumenauer Eshoo Lawrence Act of 1934 to clarify that section 230 of Cicilline Himes Newhouse Blunt Rochester Espaillat Lawson (FL) Clyburn Holding Noem Bonamici Esty (CT) Lee such Act does not prohibit the enforce- Coffman Hollingsworth Norcross Boyle, Brendan Evans Levin ment against providers and users of Cohen Hoyer Norman F. Foster Lewis (GA) interactive computer services of Fed- Cole Hultgren Nunes Brady (PA) Frankel (FL) Lieu, Ted Collins (GA) Hunter O’Halleran Brown (MD) Fudge Lipinski eral and State criminal and civil law Collins (NY) Hurd Olson Brownley (CA) Gabbard Loebsack relating to sexual exploitation of chil- Comstock Issa Pallone Bustos Gallego Lofgren dren or sex trafficking, and for other Conaway Jackson Lee Panetta Butterfield Garamendi Lowenthal purposes, with Mr. CARTER of Georgia Connolly Jenkins (KS) Pascrell Capuano Gomez Lowey Cook Jenkins (WV) Paulsen Carbajal Gonzalez (TX) Lujan Grisham, (Acting Chair) in the chair. Cooper Johnson (GA) Pelosi Ca´ rdenas Green, Al M. The Clerk read the title of the bill. Correa Johnson (OH) Perlmutter Cartwright Green, Gene Luja´ n, Ben Ray The Acting CHAIR. When the Com- Costa Johnson, E. B. Peters Castor (FL) Grijalva Lynch Costello (PA) Johnson, Sam Peterson Castro (TX) Gutie´rrez Maloney, mittee of the Whole rose earlier today, Courtney Joyce (OH) Pingree Chu, Judy Hanabusa Carolyn B. amendment No. 3 printed in House Re- Crawford Kaptur Pittenger Cicilline Hastings Maloney, Sean port 115–583, offered by the gentle- Crist Katko Poe (TX) Clark (MA) Heck Matsui woman from Texas (Ms. JACKSON LEE), Crowley Keating Poliquin Clarke (NY) Higgins (NY) McCollum Cuellar Kelly (PA) Polis Clay Himes McEachin had been disposed of. Culberson Kihuen Posey Clyburn Hoyer McGovern AMENDMENT NO. 2 OFFERED BY MRS. MIMI Curbelo (FL) Kilmer Price (NC) Cohen Huffman McNerney WALTERS OF CALIFORNIA Curtis Kind Quigley Connolly Jackson Lee Meng Davis (CA) King (NY) Reed Cooper Jayapal Moore The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to Davis, Rodney Kinzinger Reichert Courtney Jeffries Moulton clause 6 of rule XVIII, the unfinished DeFazio Knight Renacci Crist Johnson (GA) Nadler business is the demand for a recorded DeGette Krishnamoorthi Rice (NY) Crowley Johnson, E. B. Napolitano Delaney Kuster (NH) Rice (SC) Davis (CA) Jones Neal vote on amendment No. 2 printed in DeLauro LaHood Roby Davis, Danny Kaptur Nolan House Report 115–583, offered by the Demings LaMalfa Roe (TN) DeFazio Keating Norcross gentlewoman from California (Mrs. Denham Lance Rogers (AL) DeGette Kelly (IL) O’Rourke MIMI WALTERS) on which further pro- Dent Langevin Rogers (KY) DeLauro Kennedy Pallone DeSantis Larsen (WA) Rooney, Thomas DelBene Khanna Panetta ceedings were postponed and on which Deutch Larson (CT) J. Demings Kihuen Pascrell the ayes prevailed by voice vote. Diaz-Balart Latta Ros-Lehtinen

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Ruiz Smith (NE) Wagner Fitzpatrick Lewis (MN) Ros-Lehtinen Ruppersberger Smith (NJ) Walberg prohibit the enforcement against pro- Fleischmann Lieu, Ted Rosen Russell Smith (TX) Walden viders and users of interactive com- Flores Lipinski Roskam Rutherford Smucker Walorski puter services of Federal and State Fortenberry LoBiondo Ross Ryan (OH) Soto Walters, Mimi criminal and civil law relating to sex- Foster Loebsack Rothfus Sa´ nchez Stefanik Wasserman Foxx Loudermilk Rouzer Sarbanes Stewart Schultz ual exploitation of children or sex traf- Frankel (FL) Love Roybal-Allard Scalise Stivers Waters, Maxine ficking, and for other purposes, and, Frelinghuysen Lowenthal Royce (CA) Schakowsky Suozzi Webster (FL) pursuant to House Resolution 748, he Fudge Lowey Ruiz Schiff Swalwell (CA) Welch reported the bill back to the House Gabbard Lucas Ruppersberger Schneider Taylor Wenstrup Gallagher Luetkemeyer Rush Schrader Tenney Westerman with an amendment adopted in the Gallego Lujan Grisham, Russell Scott, David Thompson (CA) Wilson (SC) Committee of the Whole. Garamendi M. Rutherford Sensenbrenner Thompson (MS) Womack The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under Garrett Luja´ n, Ben Ray Ryan (OH) Serrano Thompson (PA) Woodall Gianforte Lynch Sa´ nchez Sessions Thornberry Yarmuth the rule, the previous question is or- Gibbs MacArthur Sarbanes Sewell (AL) Tipton Yoder dered. Gohmert Maloney, Scalise Shea-Porter Tonko Yoho Is a separate vote demanded on any Gomez Carolyn B. Schakowsky Sherman Turner Young (AK) amendment to the amendment re- Gonzalez (TX) Maloney, Sean Schiff Shimkus Upton Zeldin Goodlatte Marchant Schneider ported from the Committee of the Gottheimer Marino NOES—107 Schrader Whole? Gowdy Marshall Schweikert Allen Gaetz Massie If not, the question is on the com- Granger Mast Scott, Austin Amash Garrett McClintock Graves (GA) Matsui mittee amendment in the nature of a Scott, David Babin Gohmert McGovern Graves (LA) McCarthy Sensenbrenner Bacon Gomez McNerney substitute, as amended. Graves (MO) McCaul Serrano Banks (IN) Goodlatte Meadows The amendment was agreed to. Green, Al McCollum Sessions Bergman Gosar Moore The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Green, Gene McEachin Sewell (AL) Beyer Graves (GA) Napolitano Grijalva McGovern Shea-Porter Biggs Griffith question is on the engrossment and Grothman McHenry Nolan Sherman Blum Grothman Guthrie McKinley O’Rourke third reading of the bill. Shimkus Bonamici Harris Gutie´rrez McMorris Palazzo The bill was ordered to be engrossed Shuster Brady (PA) Heck Hanabusa Rodgers Palmer Sinema Brat Hice, Jody B. and read a third time, and was read the Handel McNerney Perry Sires Bridenstine Higgins (NY) Harper McSally Pocan third time. Slaughter Brooks (AL) Hudson Harris Meadows Raskin The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Smith (MO) Buck Huffman Hartzler Meehan Ratcliffe Smith (NJ) Capuano Jayapal question is on the passage of the bill. Hastings Meeks Richmond Smith (TX) Carson (IN) Jeffries The question was taken; and the Heck Meng Rohrabacher Smucker Clark (MA) Johnson (LA) Hensarling Messer Rokita Speaker pro tempore announced that Clarke (NY) Jones Herrera Beutler Mitchell Soto Rooney, Francis the ayes appeared to have it. Clay Jordan Hice, Jody B. Moolenaar Stefanik Rouzer Comer Kelly (IL) RECORDED VOTE Higgins (LA) Mooney (WV) Stewart Rush Stivers Davidson Kelly (MS) Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I demand Higgins (NY) Moore Davis, Danny Kennedy Sanford Hill Moulton Suozzi DelBene Khanna Schweikert a recorded vote. Himes Mullin Swalwell (CA) DeSaulnier Kildee Scott (VA) A recorded vote was ordered. Holding Murphy (FL) Taylor DesJarlais King (IA) Scott, Austin The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a Hollingsworth Nadler Tenney Takano Thompson (CA) Duncan (SC) Kustoff (TN) 5-minute vote. Hoyer Napolitano Duncan (TN) Labrador Titus Hudson Neal Thompson (MS) Emmer Lamborn Tsongas The vote was taken by electronic de- Hultgren Newhouse Thompson (PA) Eshoo Lee Walker vice, and there were—ayes 388, noes 25, Hunter Noem Thornberry Farenthold Lewis (MN) Watson Coleman not voting 17, as follows: Hurd Nolan Tipton Ferguson Lieu, Ted Weber (TX) Issa Norcross Titus Foster Lofgren Williams [Roll No. 91] Jackson Lee Norman Tonko Foxx Loudermilk Wilson (FL) AYES—388 Jeffries Nunes Tsongas Fudge Lowenthal Wittman Jenkins (KS) O’Halleran Turner Gabbard Lynch Young (IA) Abraham Brownley (CA) Correa Jenkins (WV) O’Rourke Upton Adams Buchanan Costa Johnson (GA) Olson Valadao NOT VOTING—15 Aderholt Buck Costello (PA) Johnson (LA) Palazzo Vargas Black Engel Smith (WA) Aguilar Bucshon Courtney Johnson (OH) Pallone Veasey Carter (TX) Huizenga Speier Allen Budd Crawford Johnson, E. B. Palmer Vela Cleaver Long Torres Amodei Burgess Crist Johnson, Sam Panetta Vela´ zquez Cramer Payne Trott Arrington Bustos Crowley Jordan Pascrell Visclosky Cummings Pearce Walz Babin Butterfield Cuellar Joyce (OH) Paulsen Wagner Bacon Byrne Culberson Kaptur Pelosi Walberg b 1746 Banks (IN) Calvert Curbelo (FL) Katko Perlmutter Walden Barletta Capuano Curtis Ms. GABBARD changed her vote Keating Perry Walker Barr Carbajal Davis (CA) Kelly (IL) Peters Walorski ´ ´ from ‘‘aye’’ to ‘‘no.’’ Barragan Cardenas Davis, Danny Kelly (MS) Peterson Walters, Mimi Messrs. EVANS, BROWN of Mary- Barton Carson (IN) Davis, Rodney Kelly (PA) Pingree Wasserman Bass Carter (GA) DeFazio Kennedy Pittenger Schultz land, GRIJALVA, DEFAZIO, ZELDIN, Beatty Cartwright DeGette Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, and Mr. GUTIER- Kihuen Pocan Waters, Maxine Bera Castor (FL) Delaney Kildee Poe (TX) Weber (TX) REZ changed their vote from ‘‘no’’ to Bergman Castro (TX) DeLauro Kilmer Poliquin Webster (FL) ‘‘aye.’’ Bilirakis Chabot DelBene Kind Polis Welch Bishop (GA) Cheney Demings King (IA) Posey Wenstrup So the amendment was agreed to. Bishop (MI) Chu, Judy Denham The result of the vote was announced King (NY) Price (NC) Westerman Bishop (UT) Cicilline Dent Kinzinger Quigley Wilson (FL) as above recorded. Blackburn Clark (MA) DeSantis Knight Raskin Wilson (SC) The Acting CHAIR. The question is Blum Clarke (NY) DesJarlais Krishnamoorthi Ratcliffe Wittman on the committee amendment in the Blumenauer Clay Deutch Kuster (NH) Reed Womack Blunt Rochester Clyburn Diaz-Balart Kustoff (TN) Reichert Woodall nature of a substitute, as amended. Bonamici Coffman Dingell LaHood Renacci Yarmuth The amendment was agreed to. Bost Cohen Doggett LaMalfa Rice (NY) Yoder The Acting CHAIR. Under the rule, Boyle, Brendan Cole Donovan Lamborn Rice (SC) Yoho F. Collins (GA) Doyle, Michael Lance Richmond Young (AK) the Committee rises. Brady (PA) Collins (NY) F. Accordingly, the Committee rose; Langevin Roby Young (IA) Brady (TX) Comer Duffy Larsen (WA) Roe (TN) Zeldin and the Speaker pro tempore (Mr. Brat Comstock Duncan (TN) BYRNE) having assumed the chair, Mr. Bridenstine Conaway Dunn NOES—25 Brooks (AL) Connolly Ellison CARTER of Georgia, Acting Chair of the Brooks (IN) Cook Emmer Amash Biggs DeSaulnier Committee of the Whole House on the Brown (MD) Cooper Espaillat Beyer Davidson Duncan (SC)

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There is no one solution to re- that Israel can seek additional support Black Huizenga Smith (WA) ducing the mass shootings and other when the two nations agree exceptional Carter (TX) Long Speier forms of gun violence in our Nation, circumstances exist. Cleaver Payne Torres but reinstating the ban on assault My bill would codify this law. This Cramer Pearce Trott Cummings Simpson Walz weapons would be a critical first step. would affirm Congress’ recognition Engel Smith (NE) I urge all of my House colleagues to that the $500 million is a floor, not a ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE put public safety before the gun lobby ceiling, and signal Congress’ intent to The SPEAKER pro tempore (during and pass the Assault Weapons Ban of provide more funds where conditions 2018 to keep weapons of war off the on the ground justify it. My bill re- the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- streets and out of our schools. flects the view that the term ‘‘excep- ing. I have heard from students across tional circumstances’’ should be inter- b 1759 Maine who want to feel safe in their preted in a reasonable and not overly schools. They do not want their class- So the bill was passed. restrictive manner. Providing Israel rooms to look and feel like prisons. The result of the vote was announced with additional missile defense funding They do not want to live in fear that as above recorded. could deter Israel’s foes from launching someone could enter their school with A motion to reconsider was laid on an attack and help prevent conflict. a firearm that is capable of commit- the table. The goal of my bill is to preserve the ting mass murder. We owe it to the Stated for: peace and to ensure that Israel prevails generation of students who are growing if its enemies choose the path of war. Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Mr. Speaker, I was up against a backdrop of lockdown f unavoidably detained. Had I been present, I drills and mass shootings. We need to would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 91. act like adults and protect them by REMEMBERING REVEREND BILLY f banning assault weapons. GRAHAM f (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina FIGHT ONLINE SEX TRAFFICKING asked and was given permission to ad- (Mr. PAULSEN asked and was given STOLEN: THE INNOCENCE OF A dress the House for 1 minute and to re- permission to address the House for 1 CHILD vise and extend his remarks.) minute and to revise and extend his re- (Mr. POE of Texas asked and was Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. marks.) given permission to address the House Speaker, Roxanne and I will be forever Mr. PAULSEN. Mr. Speaker, sex traf- for 1 minute.) grateful for the positive impact Rev- ficking is a modern-day slavery that Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, Jane erend Billy Graham has had for Amer- violates the human rights of nearly 21 was 9 years old—9—when she was first ican families and the world. Reverend million victims every year. It is a trafficked in Brownsville, Texas. For 3 Graham had the amazing ability to di- rampant crime, committed around the years, Maria Losoya trafficked the gest the stories and lessons in the Bible world, but what many don’t realize is child. That is her right there. She traf- and relay that information in ways that human trafficking is unfortu- ficked Jane from town to town in south that were understandable, relatable, nately a big problem right here in the Texas. Losoya filled her own pockets and powerful. United States. by selling Jane at the marketplace of He was followed and adored by mil- Online trafficking is booming be- modern-day sex slavery. lions across the world but still re- cause there are no serious legal con- Mr. Speaker, filthy criminals steal mained humble, with his home in sequences for the websites that exploit children like Jane’s youth, innocence, Montreat in the beautiful mountains of or profit from the exploitation of inno- and they try to steal their souls. Jane’s western North Carolina, from Grand- cent and vulnerable young children. story finally came to light when she father Mountain to Cashiers, where Websites like backpage.com are able to alerted authorities at her school in Psalms 72 proclaims the mountain evade responsibility for their role in 2015. Now she is trying to cope with the shall bring peace. trafficking in this industry as they guilt and shame of her past. Over 200 million people worldwide at- continue to profit from ads selling girls Mr. Speaker, it is not Jane who tended his crusades in over 185 coun- for sex. should be ashamed; it is the dastardly tries. In 1987, our family was grateful That is why I am a cosponsor of H.R. human traffickers like Maria Losoya to participate in the crusade organized 1865, the Allow States and Victims to who should be ashamed. That is why by Harry Dent in Columbia, South Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act, bi- my legislation, the Shame Act, gives Carolina. Reverend Graham’s accomplishments partisan legislation that will give Fed- Federal judges the ability to publish outside of his ministry were inspiring. eral, State, and local prosecutors the the names and photographs of con- In 1983, he was awarded the Presi- tools that they need to hold websites victed buyers and sellers of our chil- dential Medal of Freedom award by accountable for supporting this horren- dren. Buyers and sellers will no longer President Ronald Reagan; and in 1996, dous industry and help put an end to be able to hide in plain sight under the he and his wife, Ruth, together were the online sale of trafficking victims. cloak of being anonymous. Those who sell and buy the innocence of children awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, f should be shamed for all to see. the highest civilian honor. That was PASS THE ASSAULT WEAPONS And that is just the way it is. also followed by the outpouring of love BAN OF 2018 f for Reverend Billy Graham, which will serve as a reminder for his family and (Ms. PINGREE asked and was given MISSILE DEFENSE FUNDING FOR staff of how much he was admired and permission to address the House for 1 ISRAEL respected. minute and to revise and extend her re- (Mrs. MURPHY of Florida asked and In conclusion, God bless our troops, marks.) was given permission to address the and may we never forget September Ms. PINGREE. Mr. Speaker, Sandy House for 1 minute.) the 11th in the global war on terrorism. Hook, Orlando, Las Vegas, Sutherland Mrs. MURPHY of Florida. Mr. Speak- f Springs, and now Parkland. The com- er, today I am filing a bipartisan bill to mon denominator between all these ensure our ally Israel has adequate SECURING AMERICA’S ELECTIONS awful tragedies has been the use of as- missile defenses. (Ms. GABBARD asked and was given sault weapons. Built to kill, these Threats to Israel come from permission to address the House for 1 customizable weapons have allowed Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Assad re- minute.)

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There SENSELESS TRAGEDY that it will actually and accurately be were more than 15,000 killed by gun vi- (Mr. GOMEZ asked and was given counted. olence in 2016. There were 383 mass permission to address the House for 1 In 2016, DEF CON, the world’s largest shootings. minute and to revise and extend his re- hacking conference, revealed startling The United States ranks number one marks.) vulnerabilities in our election’s infra- in the world in terms of firearms per Mr. GOMEZ. Mr. Speaker, I want to structure. We must take action now to capita. The problem is so epidemic that talk about something that gives me safeguard our electoral infrastructure gun violence is now the third leading hope in the wake of the senseless trage- and ensure that each and every Amer- cause of death of our children, which dies and attacks on our communities: ican vote is counted accurately. includes those dear souls who died in the power of students to change the I am introducing the Securing Amer- Florida just a couple of weeks ago. We course of history. ica’s Elections Act, which will not only heard those children’s voices. We have Fifty years ago this week, 15,000 stu- provide the American people with a heard many voices. dents in East Los Angeles rose up in voter-verified, reliable, and inde- So let me explain to the American solidarity to demand culturally rel- pendent paper record of their votes people: no one is grabbing the Second evant education, better facilities, and that can be implemented before the Amendment. I honor the amendments diverse teachers. I rise in honor of 2018 elections but will also address the of this Nation. For your information, those students from Wilson, Lincoln, effectiveness and security of our elec- in order to change an amendment, you Roosevelt, and Belmont High Schools, tronic voting software. need a two-thirds vote of both the who started a movement that would be We must act now to secure our elec- House and the Senate and three-quar- known as the East Los Angeles walk- tions and renew our citizens’ faith in ters of the States. The last time we outs. the integrity of those elections. changed an amendment was 1933, where I also rise in honor of current student we repealed the prohibition amend- activists everywhere. Student activism f ment. has always been a powerful response to This is a cause of the heart and the social injustice, that when those in TRIBUTE TO MARIA DELITHA mind. It is not a Second Amendment power fail to listen or to act in the in- GREEN debate. It is a debate on sensible gun terests of all people, it is time for a new generation of Americans to speak (Mr. ROTHFUS asked and was given legislation to save lives. Ban bump stocks. up, walk out, and organize. permission to address the House for 1 Whether you were in East Los Ange- minute and to revise and extend his re- Extend the waiting period. Ensure that multiple munitions are les in 1968 or in Parkland, Florida, in marks.) 2018, you will be heard, you will be re- Mr. ROTHFUS. Mr. Speaker, as banned and automatic weapons are banned. membered, and you will become the Black History Month draws to a close, change that we all seek. I wanted to recognize one of my con- When is there going to be, Mr. Speak- stituents who left her own mark on er, the coming together of a bipartisan f history. effort to save the lives of our children? MICHAEL KENNY NAMED 2018 Just 2 days ago, on February 25, 2018, Enough is enough. We need to answer GRAND MARSHAL OF SAVAN- Beaver County lost one of its treasures. the call. Our children are dying. NAH’S ST. PATRICK’S DAY PA- A Mississippi native and alumni of f RADE Viterbo University in La Crosse, Wis- (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and HONORING REVEREND BILLY consin, Maria Delitha Green, fondly was given permission to address the GRAHAM known as Dee, received a registered House for 1 minute and to revise and nursing license from the St. Francis (Mr. WESTERMAN asked and was extend his remarks.) School of Nursing in 1954. In 1955, she given permission to address the House Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speak- moved to Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, for 1 minute and to revise and extend er, I rise today to recognize Mr. Mi- where she was hired on at Providence his remarks.) chael Kenny for being named the 2018 Hospital as the first African-American Mr. WESTERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I grand marshal of the Savannah St. registered nurse in Beaver County. rise today to honor the life and min- Patrick’s Day Parade, the second larg- Eventually, she was promoted to head istry of Billy Graham. Billy Graham est St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the nurse. shared a simple message of the good United States. It is important for ev- Dee faced many obstacles as an Afri- news of salvation through Jesus. He eryone in Savannah, but most specifi- can-American nurse in the 1950s, such never tired nor wavered from the story cally, it is important for the Savannah as the reality of segregated dormitory of how, as humans, we all have a rela- Irish. housing. However, she did not let those tionship problem with God because of Savannah has a historically large barriers discourage her, believing that sin in our lives. But God loves us so Irish community, integral to the fabric people would accept her for who she much that He doesn’t give up on us. In of our city, and the St. Patrick’s Day was. fact, God has offered us an escape from Parade is a direct result of this impact. A trailblazer and diligent worker, the punishment due for our sin through The first public observance of the holi- Dee loved her job and continued her ca- the free gift of salvation, a gift that we day began in 1824, and now the parade reer as a nurse for 36 years, until she can receive but we cannot earn because has around 280 bands, families, soldiers, retired in 1990. She was a blessing to Jesus paid the price for our sins when and floats, all marching through the those with whom she came in contact He gave his life on the cross. Jesus streets of Savannah. and remained a caregiver until her overcame death; and through faith in A family affair, the Kenny family health declined at the end of 2017. We Christ, we can, too. owns a successful local roofing com- are grateful for her decades of exem- Billy Graham shared this message pany and has worked with the parade plary service and the outstanding out of a deep love for God and his fel- for over 40 years. His father, Nicolas model that she was. low man. Not for fame. Not for fortune. Kenny, Jr., was the grand marshal in May God grant her eternal rest, and I thank God for the ministry of Billy 1978. may her family be consoled with many Graham and the example he lived. May In past years, the committee has cho- blessed memories. God comfort his family and a grateful sen between many candidates for grand

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Today, I filed that legislation, and I otic, and handcrafted broom makes it f would encourage the gentleman from to the White House. California to join me as a cosponsor so f SNAP PROVIDES FOOD SECURITY that we could advance bipartisan legis- HONORING THE LIFE OF REGINA (Mr. PANETTA asked and was given lation to improve the FISA process, be- FARR ROSS permission to address the House for 1 cause, Mr. Speaker, if it was good minute and to revise and extend his re- enough to give President Obama these (Mr. VEASEY asked and was given marks.) powers, it is good enough to give Presi- permission to address the House for 1 Mr. PANETTA. Mr. Speaker, for 40 dent Trump these powers. minute.) Mr. VEASEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise years, Congress has funded the bipar- f tisan Supplemental Nutrition Assist- today to honor the life of Ms. Regina ance Program. MAKING ENDING GUN VIOLENCE A Farr Ross, lovingly known in her North For close to 42 million Americans, PRIORITY Side, Fort Worth community as Big SNAP provides food security and the (Ms. JUDY CHU of California asked Mama. freedom to choose what you want to and was given permission to address Ms. Ross was born in Fort Worth, eat, from fresh fruits and vegetables to the House for 1 minute and to revise Texas, on the Fourth of July in 1914 in milk and meat, to sandwich bread and and extend her remarks.) Stick Town, which was a Fort Worth even ice cream sandwiches. Ms. JUDY CHU of California. Mr. neighborhood. She attended Ninth But last week, the Trump adminis- Speaker, we don’t want to go to school Ward Elementary School and grad- tration released a budget proposal that in a prison. That was the message I uated from historic I.M. Terrell High would gut this critical lifeline by a heard today from five incredible stu- School in Fort Worth. She worked as a dishwasher and a third and completely change what food dents from Marjory Stoneman Douglas general helper for several restaurants, they get and how they get it. High School in Parkland, Florida. including the famous Pig Stand drive- Instead of being able to go to the As they get ready for their school to in, the Farmer’s Daughter, and the store and select fresh food at the super- reopen, what kind of school will we be Cattlemen’s Steakhouse in the stock- market, the corner market, the rural sending them and all of our children yards, where she spent 39 years and re- market, or even the farmer’s market, back to? It should not be one of armed tired at the age of 80. half the benefits would now come in a teachers. They should be there to Ms. Ross was active in the commu- periodic delivery of a cardboard box teach. What they need are real solu- nity and volunteered her time to teach filled with cheap peanut butter, canned tions. young children how to read, and on her goods, uncooked pasta, dry cereal, and Military-style assault weapons and birthday, every Independence Day, she something called shelf-stable milk. high-capacity magazines are designed had a huge party on Prospect Avenue I get that we want to get people who for the sole purpose of killing as many in the North Side near the stockyards can work to work, but on the central people as possible. They have no place for everybody to come out and cele- coast of California, 63,000 people rely on our streets. No matter what gun you are buying, brate. on over $127 million worth of SNAP Through her membership with the benefits to meet their own family’s nobody should be able to complete a purchase without clearing a back- Association of Community Organiza- needs. tions for Reform Now, she traveled Those same benefits provide local ground check. That is common sense. But Republicans are refusing to act across the East Coast advocating for businesses with over $227 million in because the NRA and gun manufactur- lower utility rates for senior citizens. economic activity. That is why the ad- ers value profits over safety. That is On Wednesday, January 31, Ms. Ross ministration’s proposal to change not right. passed away at her home at the age of SNAP won’t work for the families and The students told me today that they 103. She is survived by five daughters, the store owners that I represent, and want to make ending gun violence a two sons, hundreds of grand-, great-, it will not work for many of the Ameri- priority for their generation, and that great-great-, and great-great-great- cans that you represent. means acting today. grandchildren. f f I know the Fort Worth community will miss seeing Big Mama from her BIPARTISAN SOLUTIONS TO IN RECOGNITION OF ALAN REVISE FISA PROCESS porch, waving to every passerby while WILLIAMSON OF GREENE, NEW she sits in her favorite chair. (Mr. GAETZ asked and was given per- YORK f mission to address the House for 1 (Ms. TENNEY asked and was given minute and to revise and extend his re- permission to address the House for 1 PAYING TRIBUTE TO REVEREND marks.) minute and to revise and extend her re- BILLY GRAHAM Mr. GAETZ. Mr. Speaker, in the marks.) (Mr. ARRINGTON asked and was United States of America, cash at a po- Ms. TENNEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise given permission to address the House litical party should never be convert- today to recognize Alan Williamson for 1 minute.) ible to a warrant to spy on American from Greene, New York, in New York’s Mr. ARRINGTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise citizens. 22nd District. today to pay tribute to the life and leg- Because I expect Republicans and Alan Williamson is a true craftsman acy of Reverend Billy Graham. He was Democrats will both be empowered at who keeps history and tradition alive America’s pastor. He was a humble some point in the future, we should be through his business ventures in man, and he devoted his life to helping looking for bipartisan solutions to re- Greene. Each of his businesses is in- people of all backgrounds discover the vise the FISA process so that what spired by trades that are slowly becom- true peace and joy found in the life of happened to President Trump never ing a lost art in our country. service to Jesus Christ. happens to a future American Presi- Alan runs an antique sawmill, a shin- Mr. Speaker, we have a lot of prob- dent. gle machine, a shoelace business, a lems to solve in this country, much of I went looking for solutions, and I rope-making business, and a broom- which are too deep for mere legisla- found that, in 2013, the gentleman from making business. tion. We need prayer more than we California, the ranking member of the Alan recently created a one-of-a-kind need policy solutions. We need repent- Intelligence Committee, wanted to give broom for President Trump. It is alter- ance more than we need reform.

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As that He gave His only son to die for us, fully have a couple minutes to wrap up a young pastor and as a pastor for al- and that if we believed that, we would at the end of this hour. most 20 years, I likewise had the oppor- have eternal life with Him. That is I want to first yield to my good tunity to meet him. As a young pastor, what we need. friend, the gentleman from Alabama he signed a Bible for me, which today Thank God for Billy Graham. (Mr. ADERHOLT) to share with us. still remains a treasure. f Mr. ADERHOLT. Mr. Speaker, I want But what we don’t need to forget is to thank my colleague from Illinois the message that he gave us. It is the HONORING THE LIFE OF BRIAN (Mr. HULTGREN) for arranging this op- message of Scripture. It is the message FRASER portunity for us to remember the life of God. It is a message that talks about (Mr. KIHUEN asked and was given and legacy of Dr. Billy Graham, al- all of us and our condition, that we are permission to address the House for 1 though I have to say it is not an easy sinful, that we are separated from God, minute and to revise and extend his re- task to find words that sum up his life, that we have committed things that marks.) not because Billy Graham is not wor- separate us eternally unless they are Mr. KIHUEN. Mr. Speaker, today I thy, but because words and a few sen- dealt with. rise to remember the life of Brian Fra- tences seem incapable of describing a That gospel message from the Scrip- ser, who attended the Route 91 Festival life that had such a large impact on, ture that Billy Graham so eloquently in Las Vegas on October 1. literally, the entire world. shared was that God loves us, and He Brian loved adventures. He enjoyed I had the great opportunity to meet gave His son to die in our stead. hunting, deep-sea fishing, Dr. Graham just a few feet from here I noticed the other day we are told snowboarding, and above all, attending several years ago at one of the many that archeologists may have found the the sporting events of his four kids. Presidential inaugurations he at- signature of the Old Testament prophet When he wasn’t working as the vice tended. Isaiah. When I thought of that, I actu- president of sales at Greenpath, he was b 1830 ally thought of Billy Graham and how out flying a plane with his newly While I only had that chance to meet he would have taken that Isaiah pas- earned pilot’s license. him one time, Billy Graham was one of sage in chapter 53 and made a gospel Brian was known for being willing to those people whom you felt like you message from the Old Testament help anyone and everyone. He loved knew. His honesty and his openness in prophet, where he said in chapter 53 giving back to the community and preaching the gospel made him seem that all of us, like sheep, have gone acted as a mentor for so many. He will like a close, personal friend. astray, that every one has gone his own be remembered for his love and passion I have fond memories growing up in way. Yet God has laid on him the iniq- for his children and family. my hometown of Haleyville, Alabama, uity of us all. I would like to extend my condo- of being at my grandparents’ home, Here we are, and here is our sin. Here lences to Brian Fraser’s family and and if a Billy Graham Crusade was comes Christ without sin, and God laid friends. Please know that the city of being televised, you can rest assured on Him the iniquity of us all. Las Vegas, the State of Nevada, and that we were watching it around their As much as we remember Billy Gra- the entire country grieve with you. television, regardless of what was on ham these days, let us never forget the f the other networks. importance of his message and never THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF He was very clear in how he pre- forget the message. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues REVEREND BILLY GRAHAM sented the gospel, that whosoever be- lieveth in the son would have eternal and I urge America to hear the gospel The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. life. message and to respond in faith to the FITZPATRICK). Under the Speaker’s an- He will be greatly missed by a world love and the grace of God through nounced policy of January 3, 2017, the that desperately needs more people Jesus Christ that Billy Graham so pow- gentleman from Illinois (Mr. like Billy Graham, but we can take erfully presented to all of us. HULTGREN) is recognized for 60 minutes great comfort in knowing that he has Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I yield as the designee of the majority leader. now made it home with his Maker. to the gentleman from North Carolina GENERAL LEAVE Author James Allan Francis, in writ- (Mr. PITTENGER). Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I ask ing about the impact of Jesus Christ on Mr. PITTENGER. Mr. Speaker, I unanimous consent that all Members the world, wrote this: ‘‘All the armies thank Mr. HULTGREN for assembling may have 5 legislative days within that ever marched, all the navies that this great group together. We treasure which to revise and extend their re- were ever built; all the parliaments this opportunity to honor Dr. Billy marks and include extraneous material that ever sat and all the kings that Graham. Each of us has a special mem- on the topic of my Special Order. ever reigned, put together, have not af- ory of Billy Graham. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there fected the life of man upon this Earth I can recall having graduated from objection to the request of the gen- as powerfully as has that one solitary college, my first job was with Campus tleman from Illinois? life.’’ Crusade for Christ. I lived in Dallas, There was no objection. That one solitary life, of course, is of Texas, to prepare for a big meeting, a Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, to- Jesus Christ, who brought salvation to convocation that brought 84,000 young night, the U.S. House is joining to- the world through faith in Him and in people. I was asked in 1971 if I would gether to begin honoring a man known Him alone. like to caddy for Billy Graham. He was worldwide but who embodied the hu- While no one could ever come close playing in the Byron Nelson Golf Clas- mility of who Christ called the poor in to having an impact on the world like sic with Arnold Palmer, Bob Hope, and spirit, Reverend Billy Graham. Christ did, I believe the late Billy Gra- Byron Nelson. I can assure you we Tomorrow, Reverend Billy Graham ham was one of those great mes- chased golf balls all over the golf will be just the fourth person in the sengers, probably the best that we have course. It was a great occasion. history of this great country to be laid seen any time in recent history, and he But what I saw as a young believer in in honor in the United States Capitol. will long be remembered for the mes- Christ—I had come to Christ in my sen- But tonight, we want to briefly try to sage that he gave about a personal sal- ior year in college—I saw a man who describe the life of this man, his min- vation in Jesus Christ. looked you in the eye. He didn’t look istry, his impact on the Nation and on Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I yield at his watch. He cared about people. the world, the impact he has had on all to the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. Billy Graham didn’t walk over people of our lives. JODY B. HICE). to reach the world. He understood the

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He legacy one can pass on to one’s chil- On this meeting that we planned in will lay and he will be a part of this dren and grandchildren is not money or Dallas, 250,000 people came to down- great assembly, this great Capitol, for- material things accumulated in one’s town Dallas. They heard Billy Graham ever as a statue. I thank Mr. HULTGREN life, but a legacy of character and and Johnny Cash. It was a great assem- for bringing us together, and I thank faith. bly. But through my years, the next the Lord for sending His messenger, I think most appropriately, in clos- decade, working for Dr. Bright with Billy Graham. ing, he said: I look forward to death Campus Crusade, I had the occasion to Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I yield with great anticipation to meeting God be around Dr. Graham on many occa- to the gentlewoman from Indiana (Mrs. face to face. sions. WALORSKI). Finally, he said: I haven’t written my On one such occasion, I picked him Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise own epitaph. I am not sure I should. up at the airport in 1975 here in Wash- today to celebrate the incredible life of Whatever it is, I hope it will be simple ington and was taking him back to the a great man. The Reverend Billy Gra- and it will point people not to me, but hotel. He said to Dr. Bright: the next ham spent his life serving God and pro- to the God that I served. challenge we have in the world today is claiming the gospel of Jesus Christ. I thank Billy Graham, and I pray God Many who heard him share the Good terrorism. He said that this group who would send us more. Amen. Word considered him to be America’s doesn’t honor God and they don’t honor Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I yield pastor. But throughout his life, he was Christ are going to be the force we deal to the gentlewoman from American always a humble and faithful servant. Samoa (Mrs. RADEWAGEN). with. Decades ago, I had the opportunity to How remarkable that it was Billy Mrs. RADEWAGEN. Mr. Speaker, attend a Billy Graham Crusade at Graham who helped heal our Nation many decades ago, a missionary named Notre Dame with my family. I will John Williams made the long and dif- after 9/11 as he spoke to that National never forget seeing so many people ficult journey in the 1800s to bring Cathedral to bring the message of hope having the opportunity to hear the Christianity to the people of the Pa- in God. message that God loves you—a very Yes, I went with Billy to his crusades cific islands, including American simple message. No matter who you Samoa. in Cleveland, Dallas, and Charlotte. In are, no matter your background, Billy He and the others in his footsteps in fact, the first time he ever brought to- would declare: God loves you. gether young people, he had a Friday Billy Graham brought this message those early years probably surpassed night big crusade for young people. of compassion, hope, and the power of their fondest hopes. Today, faith and They came out by the tens of thou- God’s grace to millions of people from church provide a strong foundation to sands. Michael W. Smith played, Jars all walks of life. He also brought it to a very large percentage of our popu- of Clay, and D.C. Talk. the leaders of the free world as a friend lation. I think he and Billy Graham Billy could reach anybody because he and counselor to the Presidents of both would have understood each other very was real and he was personable. They parties. well, though their ministries are sepa- understood him. His message was Tomorrow he will lie in honor in the rated by more than a century. clear—so simple—that God loves us, He Capitol rotunda. It is fitting to honor Billy Graham’s influence went has a plan for our life, and Jesus Christ him as we honor our Nation’s leaders, around the world rapidly and power- is the means to that plan. He died on not just because they changed history, fully, and seemed divinely timed to co- the cross for our sin, that we could re- but because he changed our hearts. incide with the rise of the communica- ceive Christ, know Him, and know eter- His greatest legacy is the people he tions and travel of the 20th century. nal life. helped to be closer to the Lord. As he lies in honor this week at the He gave that message all over the Mr. Speaker, Billy Graham is home U.S. Capitol, it is a new opportunity world. I have met people in Romania, now. We give thanks to God that He for a younger generation to learn more Czech Republic, and the former Soviet raised up such a humble man with a of his exceptional life and hear his Union—now Russia—all over the world servant’s heart, and we pray that his message once more—that God loves who met Christ because Billy Graham powerful message will live on. each of us, and when times seem trou- came, and he took the gospel to them. Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I yield bled around us, there is someone great- Probably in my funniest moment to to the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. er to depend on. have a conversation with him was with GARRETT). As Scripture says: ‘‘How shall they Franklin, his son. Now, Franklin will Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, it is an hear without a preacher?’’ charge hell with a water gun. Franklin incredible honor to stand today in Billy Graham answered that call. will go anywhere. He was headed to honor of the legacy of the Reverend He described himself simply: a Moscow. I was with him on a little Billy Graham. preacher of the gospel of Jesus Christ. plane, it was a twin engine Mitsubishi. The population of the United States That life’s purpose defined him, and We stopped in Burlington, Vermont, when Reverend Graham was born was what a life it was. and then we stopped over in Nova Sco- 103 million. Over the course of his life, Mr. Speaker, I thank Billy Graham. tia to stay overnight at a little $6 Reverend Graham spoke to more than Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I yield motel. The phone rang while we were twice as many people who existed in to the gentleman from Illinois (Mr. checking in. The man said: Yes, he is the country the day he was born in per- BOST). here, and he gave the phone across the son about the greatest gift that one Mr. BOST. Mr. Speaker, I thank my counter to Franklin. can ever be given, and that is the gift good friend for putting this on. Let me Franklin said: Hello? Yes, Daddy. of eternal life and salvation by a Cre- say that as many of the people who Yes, sir, I am headed to Moscow. Yes, ator so benevolent as to look the other have spoken here tonight have talked sir. I have got another pilot. Yes, sir. way on the undeniable sins of each of about how Billy Graham spread the ROBERT PITTENGER. He is going with us. gospel of Jesus Christ, at a young age, me. So as I look to try to leave an impact Billy Graham, if you read his history, At that point, his father, said: ROB- on the world, I understand that people took a walk through the woods and de- ERT PITTENGER? I thought he had more far greater than me have left far great- voted his life to Christ. sense than that. er an impact than I could ever leave. I He understood what was written in That was Billy. He knew his son, and want to use Reverend Graham’s words Matthew 22 when Christ was asked, he loved his son. But Franklin will in closing to honor Reverend Graham Which is the greatest commandment? take his gospel just like his father, just not for who he was, but for his commit- He said that the greatest command- like every single person in that family. ment to his Savior Jesus Christ. ment is to love the Lord your God with

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What a of Matthew: Go therefore and make in the district, someone who is a base- dynamic couple they were. How de- disciples of all nations, baptizing them ball fan came up to me and said: Do voted they were to each other. They in the name of the Father and of the you know who’s got the most saves in had five children. I have come to know Son and of the Holy Spirit. Yankee Stadium? and dearly love Anne. I have met and Billy Graham understood this. He un- I said: ‘‘Sorry, I don’t know my base- come to know Franklin to a lesser ex- derstood it, and he was also very, very ball history that well.’’ tent. humble. I want to take, if I can, just a He said: It was Billy Graham, in 1957. But he knew, he believed, he I had to laugh to think that it was moment to go over something that was preached that you don’t go to Heaven truly God who did the saving. written by the author Max Lucado by being a grandchild of someone. You But let’s think for a minute about have to have that personal relationship about a meeting that Michael W. Billy Graham. He was born in 1918 on a Smith and his pastor had. I will just with the Lord as an individual child of dairy farm in Charlotte, North Caro- God. It is not something you can in- read it: lina, just south of my district. His cru- ‘‘A few hours before the event,’’ herit. sades in the 1950s attracted thousands He has been called home. where Michael W. Smith and Max of people and shaped the beliefs of a He spent his life trying to persuade Lucado were going to go on stage to- generation by introducing many to the people that he loved to accept Jesus gether, ‘‘Michael and I met to go over evangelical faith. with the words that Jesus uttered: the weekend’s schedule. But Michael In July of 1957, Graham invited Mar- I am the way, the truth, the light. No one was so moved by what he had just expe- tin Luther, King., Jr., to preach in gets to the Father, but by me. rienced, he could hardly discuss the re- front of his audience at Madison He believed with all his heart that, treat. He had just met with Billy Gra- Square Garden on the issue of racial unless someone professed Jesus Christ ham for the purpose of planning Rev- justice. This was just months after the as Savior, they had no chance of get- erend Graham’s funeral. The famous Montgomery Bus Boycott. ting to Heaven. evangelist was, at the time, 94 years Graham was a White pastor from We know from Jesus that greater old. He was confined to a wheelchair, North Carolina, and King was an Afri- love hath no one than a man that lay on oxygen. His mind was sharp and can American pastor from Alabama. down his life for his friends. We have spirits were high. But his body was see- But both of them knew that the Lord paid tribute to people who have laid ing its final days. So he called Michael. doesn’t see skin color and that the love down their life in one great moment of And he called for his pastor. He wanted of Christ could heal any racial division. saving others. We have heard of those to discuss his funeral. He told them Mr. Speaker, in today’s polarized polit- type of heroic actions at the school in that he had a request.’’ ical culture, we could learn a thing or Parkland in trying to save others. They both said: Of course, anything. two from their friendship. Yet, this man, for 99 years, or at What is it? Throughout his life, he met with 12 least after he accepted Christ, laid He said: It is to do with the funeral. Presidents, dating back to Harry Tru- down his life day after day after day They said: Yes? man. President Eisenhower called Gra- for others, trying to help them come to He said: Would you not mention my ham ‘‘one of the best ambassadors our a personal relationship with Jesus so name? country has,’’ and John F. Kennedy that he could share eternity with Him They said: What? brought Graham in before his inau- in Heaven. That is his belief. That is He said: Could you not mention my guration to express his worry over the my belief. name? Just mention the name of Jesus. moral and spiritual condition of the Yet, several years ago, we passed Mr. Speaker, you see, Billy Graham Nation. what is called a hate crimes bill. I said has preached to over 1 billion people. Aside from his role in the civil rights at some point it would be used to pros- He has filled stadiums on every con- movement and vocal opposition to ecute a preacher for simply reading tinent. communism, he uplifted the souls of Scripture from the Bible, so I can’t b 1845 millions of Americans. By introducing help but wonder if he has been called them to the love of Christ, Graham home so he can never be charged with He has advised every President of the gave hope to the hopeless and love to a hate crime. last half century. He has consistently those who were in need. We live in a time when things have been the top of every ‘‘most admired’’ Mr. Speaker, while our economy now gotten so perverse that there are actu- list, yet he wants to be anonymous at is growing and wages are rising, Ameri- ally people who say that these evan- his funeral and only call on Jesus’ cans have still become increasingly gelical Christians are so hateful, so name. more isolated, more lonely, and more mean, they actually believe that if you 1 Peter 55 said: depressed. This social crisis needs to be don’t think exactly like they do, you God resists the crowd, but gives grace to addressed but can’t be solved by a bill go to hell. the humble. that we pass in Congress or an execu- Well, that is a perversion of the one For a man like this to hold and be tive action by any President. religion that is 100 percent based on humbled when the world knew him. We have gotten to a point in our love. God so loved the world, He sent John 15:8 says: country where too many people put His son. His son so loved the world, He By this my Father is glorified, that you their hope in elected officials. These laid down His life for others. bear much fruit and so prove to be my disci- people will most certainly be let down, Billy Graham has laid down his life. ples. because elected officials, like everyone He has put a marker down. In his mem- There is no question whose disciple else, are fallen, imperfect, sinful peo- ory, we can give no greater memorial Billy Graham was. ple. than that we persevere and we perpet- On February 21, I don’t doubt that he Graham knew this, and he knew that uate that love in bringing others to heard these words: ‘‘Well done, my the only person who would not let us eternal life with us. good and faithful servant.’’ down is Christ himself, and that we Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I yield We just pray that God sends us more should trust in him for the forgiveness to the gentleman from North Carolina like him. of our sins and have everlasting life. (Mr. ROUZER). Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I yield This is now the life Billy Graham will Mr. ROUZER. Mr. Speaker, it is an to the gentleman from North Carolina enjoy forever. honor to pay tribute today to the late (Mr. BUDD). Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I yield Reverend Billy Graham, a very cher- Mr. BUDD. Mr. Speaker, it is not to the gentleman from Texas (Mr. GOH- ished Christian leader and exemplary every day that I get to speak on behalf MERT). North Carolinian.

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Mr. Speaker, I don’t believe there is After being ordained and graduated Reverend Graham preached the Gos- or will be anyone else in our lifetime from Wheaton College, Billy married pel to more than 200 million people who so clearly and effectively called the love of his life and fellow student, during his more than 400 crusades and people out of spiritual darkness into Ruth McCue Bell. Shortly after, he rallies in more than 185 countries and the light than Billy Graham. territories. The impact of those began preaching throughout the United b 1900 States and Europe, emerging as a ris- reached through TV, radio, video, and ing young evangelist. the internet is unquantifiable. Untold millions were exposed to the By 1949, at the young age of 31, Billy Reverend Graham did this sacrifi- saving message of the Gospel through was launched into international promi- cially, giving up opportunities for his ministry. I mourn the void of moral nence following his Los Angeles cru- other, much more lucrative opportuni- and spiritual authority that, with his sade. Originally scheduled for just 3 ties that most people would have death, has been left in this world, but I weeks, the crusade in Los Angeles had jumped at were they given the oppor- rejoice in knowing that he is finally at to be extended to more than 8 weeks, tunity. Moreover, Reverend Graham es- home and at rest with God. due to the overwhelming interest and timated that he was gone from home As it is written about David in Acts overflow crowds. for about 60 percent of his children’s 13:36, so it can be said of Billy Graham. During his lifetime, Reverend Gra- adolescence. He served God’s purpose for his genera- ham preached all over the world, from Despite being a pseudo-single mom, tion. his wife, Ruth, understood the impor- remote villages in Africa to the Middle Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I am tance of the sacrifice. She once said: East to the former Communist bloc. I next honored to yield to the gentleman ‘‘I’d rather have a little of Bill than a find this feat quite notable, considering from Nebraska (Mr. SMITH). lot of any other man.’’ Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Mr. Speak- the hostility that communists and ty- At a time when Christians are so rants of all stripes have for Christi- er, I appreciate this opportunity to often shunned and ridiculed, particu- share and reflect, just briefly, on Rev- anity and their hatred for the spread of larly those who have major followings, the Gospel. erend Billy Graham. What a tremen- Billy Graham was almost universally dous legacy he leaves in so many Without question, Billy Graham was regarded as a steady and well-respected preaching in hostile territory; and forms, and I think of how his humility voice. He appeared on Gallup’s list of has had such an impact on so many. without question, God protected him. most admired men in America 60 times It is said that his ministry reached an I was one of the thousands in a sta- since 1955. That is every year since the dium at a crusade in California back, I estimated 215 million people in more research firm began asking the ques- than 185 countries, and probably many believe, in 1985, and to personally wit- tion. ness the impact that that meeting had more than that. After hearing the mes- He counseled and covered in prayer was a great opportunity. But I also re- sages and teachings of the Holy Scrip- every President, from Truman to alized how one person can really im- tures, many of those millions accepted Trump. Former President Clinton said: pact the world and how his efforts have Christ as their Lord and Savior. ‘‘When he prays with you in the Oval led to humanitarian efforts, whether it There is no doubt that Billy Graham Office or upstairs in the White House, was called by God to share His Word, you feel he’s praying for you, not the is his family members or others, really and he did so with wisdom and humil- President.’’ stepping out and ministering to others ity. In fact, I believe he heeded that That is the magnitude of this man: all around the world. call as well, if not better, than anyone no matter how big or small you were, So I am very grateful to honor Rev- else ever has. he cared about you, not your position. erend Billy Graham for certainly his His legacy and influence in the world Titles and wealth and social status stewardship of religious freedom. I will continue to be felt for generations didn’t matter to Reverend Graham. hope that we can all reflect on our to come. If there has ever been a good The only position of a person that country and religious freedom and how and faithful servant, it is most cer- mattered to him was their eternal posi- important it is and hopefully follow in tainly Billy Graham. tion before God. Race did not matter the footsteps of someone who, I think, Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I yield either. as the list of most admired Americans to the gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Reverend Graham was courageous. would reflect, with Reverend Graham PALMER). When other church leaders remained si- being on that list for 60 years—that Mr. PALMER. Mr. Speaker, I want to lent, he was an outspoken advocate for someone like that can have such a thank my good friend, Mr. HULTGREN, racial equality, consistently stating: great impact. So I appreciate this op- for arranging this opportunity to honor ‘‘Christ belongs to all people.’’ portunity. Billy Graham. In 1951, he called for the Southern Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I am Mr. Speaker, tomorrow will we wit- Baptist Convention to accept Black next honored to yield to the gentleman ness something that we have never students at their colleges. At a 1953 from Georgia (Mr. LOUDERMILK). seen before: the laying in honor of the crusade in Tennessee, he personally Mr. LOUDERMILK. Mr. Speaker, I body of an American who was not a took down ropes segregating the audi- thank my friend, Representative government official, didn’t lead a polit- ence. In 1957, during his crusade in New HULTGREN, for taking this time to do ical movement, and wasn’t a war hero York, he invited Martin Luther King, something that is so worthy. or social movement hero. Jr., to open one night with a prayer. You know, we live in a city where we The Nation will mourn a man who Despite his actions, he later said he have vast monuments erected for peo- was single-minded in his devotion to wished he would have done more to ple who have left an impact on this Na- one thing, whose life and vocation cen- help Dr. King. tion or on the world. When you walk tered on one thing and one thing only: In 1964, just months after the bomb- the Halls of this grand and beautiful proclaiming the saving grace of God ing at the 16th Street Baptist Church, Capitol, there are statues of those who through Jesus Christ. Reverend Graham brought his crusade have made significant marks and I hope we pay close attention to this. to Birmingham, Alabama. Before he changes to this Nation. We will most likely never see it again. agreed to come, Reverend Graham in- As I stand here today, I think of the In Mark, Jesus tells his disciples to sisted that the audience be integrated. gentleman who is going to lay in honor ‘‘go into all the world, and preach the Over 30,000 people attended, making it, in the rotunda tomorrow, how he left Gospel to every creature.’’ Few people at the time, the largest integrated au- such an impact on the world. He is followed this instruction more faith- dience in the history of Birmingham. probably the greatest impact on this

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Mr. Speaker, I ap- loves you. great servants. preciate Congressman LAMALFA’s That was as simple as Billy Graham So, you know, as I harken back on words. would speak to the hearts of millions my years of when we saw Billy Graham I am next honored to recognize the of Americans that God loves you and on TV and the inspirational character gentleman from Texas (Mr. OLSON). he cares about you individually as a he was, and all my colleagues here to- Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I thank my person. That resonated so strong that night have alluded to it as well, he friend from Illinois. No one knows how it is estimated that—and this was in lived a very, very full life, a selfless many lives and souls Reverend Billy 2008—that through his ministries and life. And when I think about the lead- Graham saved. We know that for every his radio and television and his cru- ers that have come through Wash- one he saved, he saved two, two saved sades, he reached over 2.2 billion people ington, indeed, what is this town four, four saved eight, et cetera. with a simple message that God loves named for? George Washington, who is One life we know he saved was Louis you, and it is a message of truth. probably the single most selfless politi- Zamperini. Louis’ story is in a book He has had such an impact, as had cian I can ever think of in terms of giv- called, ‘‘Unbroken,’’ and a movie by been spoken of earlier, on a number of ing of service, putting himself last and that same name. He was a track star, a world leaders that he impacted with the country first. He didn’t want to be silver medalist, 1936 games, Olympic that simple message. The words that king. He didn’t really want to preside games in Munich. In World War II, he he shared—and he left us many quotes, so much, but he wanted to help. God flew B–24 bombers. That was a dan- and many of us are inspired by those was always on his side. gerous plane. Twice, his plane crashed. quotes—but the words that he used And I see in Billy Graham that same The second time, he floated the Pacific that were most impactful were the kind of greatness of the founding poli- Ocean for 47 days. He said: ‘‘God, if I words of Jesus. He just repeated the cies, the founding values of George survive this ordeal and get back to words that Christ had given us. Washington’s and some of our Found- America alive, I’ll seek You and serve He was also a man of great, great ers manifested, in a man who reached You.’’ courage. A lot of people don’t realize and saved millions in this country over He was captured by the Japanese and the close relationship he had with Mar- those years with his crusades. spent the rest of the war in a prison war camp in Japan. A guard there he tin Luther King, Jr. And in the 1950s, A couple of my colleagues already called, ‘‘The Bird,’’ knew of Louis’ when Billy Graham came to the south mentioned his interaction with Dr. fame, and he beat him to a pulp every and he was going to preach at one of King. And with this being Black His- single day. Louis said: ‘‘I was con- the crusades, he noticed that there was tory Month, the last couple of days of stantly being tormented by the guy. a rope running through the middle of it here, I thought it would be appro- And you talk about hate. I wanted to the congregation, a rope that separated priate to touch on that as well because kill him.’’ Whites from Blacks. He was so of- Billy Graham helped be a force in the His nightmares of the POW camp fended, he went and asked that that civil rights movement, showing the came home. He was consumed by rope be removed; and when the ushers way for others who may have been anger. One night, Louis dreamed he refused to do it, Billy Graham went hesitant or breaking down the barrier was strangling The Bird to death. In- and moved the rope himself. for those who still wanted to sustain That sparked a friendship with him stead, he woke up to find out he was segregation. and Martin Luther King, Jr. When strangling his wife, Cynthia. He started My colleague mentioned the Chat- Martin Luther King, Jr. penned his fa- getting drunk as a skunk every night tanooga rally there where he himself mous ‘‘Letter from Birmingham Jail,’’ to forget about the horrors that went down when the ushers would not he condemned a lot of churches for not plagued him. do it, and he removed those ropes so it being engaged in what we believed that With her husband getting drunk would be integrated because, in God’s God created everyone in his image and every single night, Cynthia filed for di- eyes, all are equal, and then setting that they should all be equal. But Billy vorce, and that is when a friend invited out in the Constitution all are created Graham was not one of those. He stood her to see the Reverend Billy Graham equal. strong. crusade in a Los Angeles tent dubbed, In fact, in 1960, when Martin Luther So Billy Graham sustained that in ‘‘The Canvas Cathedral.’’ She accepted King, Jr., was in prison, Billy Graham his years of friendship with Dr. King, Christ that night. paid his bail. Billy Graham has left a and showing that he was a nonpartisan, She convinced Louis to attend Rev- mark, but we still fight some of the nonracial leader, helped saved the lives erend Graham’s service. After storming battles that he warned us of and he of all men who are created equal. So out of that tent the first night, Louis fought back then. that goes so far that he is willing to returned for one more evening. That A couple of the quotes that have put it on the line. He made people mad. time, the Bible verse Billy Graham meant so much to me that Billy Gra- He made the head usher resign that quoted went straight to Louis’ heart. ham left us with is one that God’s will day when he made that courageous— He said: ‘‘Of all my near-death experi- will not take us to where God’s grace but what he probably felt wasn’t coura- ences, my life never passed before my will not sustain us, knowing he was geous at all—but the right action. eyes. But when Billy Graham quoted preparing us for battles that we have So Billy Graham, even to his last day Scripture, my life did pass before my to fight. when he made a short video, was all eyes.’’ For the first time in years, He also stated that the Founders who about informing people about Jesus, Louis remembered the promise he pinned our Constitution believed in a about the salvation they could have if made God when he was floating in the freedom of religion, not a freedom from they would just embrace Jesus and find South Pacific. religion. And finally, even though we what eternal life really is all about, That night, he went forward and ac- are in a time of crisis in this Nation, that it isn’t what treasures we store cepted Christ, and the biggest miracle things are happening we don’t under- here on this planet but the ones we of his life was set in motion. Louis’ stand, the last quote that I will leave store in Heaven when we embrace Him. transformation was so complete that you with that Billy Graham said is: There will never be another like him, he returned to Japan to share the Gos- ‘‘I’ve read the last page of the Bible. but we can always remember him with pel with the hundreds of Japanese It’s all going to turn out all right.’’ pride. And as he would say himself, troops that tortured him that he once Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I am that his stores of treasure are up in hated. He watched many of them ac- next honored to recognize the gen- Heaven. And he will be even stronger cept Jesus Christ. tleman from California (Mr. LAMALFA). up there with his legacy and his mem- He went to share his faith all around Mr. LAMALFA. Mr. Speaker, I appre- ory and his family members that go on the world, speaking at several Billy ciate Mr. HULTGREN for leading this ef- to do what he did. Graham crusades, and had a great

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I’m prison in all of America for decades and I remember back—and I will end with one guy that got saved, and I’ve spoken decades and decades—more killings and this—just the message of Billy Graham to hundreds of thousands and had my more violence than any other prison. very clear. Two questions that I think testimony in papers where millions And then something happened. were so important for Billy Graham. read it. One person. Think of the spi- God used some people, specifically a One he talked about in his book, ‘‘Just der-web effect all over the world.’’ warden there, Warden Cain, who came, As I Am.’’ Thank God for Reverend Billy Gra- and others, to change the hearts of He said: The first question I have for ham. Amen, Louis. Thank God for Rev- these inmates. They brought a semi- God when I get to heaven is, Why me? erend Billy Graham. nary into this Louisiana State Peni- Why me, a farm kid from North Caro- b 1915 tentiary. lina that could barely make it through Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I am Now, hundreds and hundreds and school? Why me? Why did you choose so grateful for so many of my col- hundreds of prisoners in Louisiana me as an instrument? leagues who were able to join us to- State Penitentiary have gone through And I think the answer to that ques- night to remember Reverend Billy Gra- seminary—New Orleans Seminary— tion goes back to Isaiah 6:8. That when ham, born November 7, 1918, and died that is right there in the prison, and Isaiah heard the Lord say, ‘‘Whom February 21, 2018. have gained their own Bible graduate shall I send,’’ Isaiah said, ‘‘Here I am, Billy Graham was a lion of the Chris- degrees of being pastors, although they Lord, send me.’’ tian faith and a believer in the all-en- are still in prison. That is exactly what Billy Graham compassing love of God for all people. One of the things that changed in did. He said: Here I am, Lord, send me. I knew Billy Graham from such an Louisiana State Penitentiary—it had Broken, imperfect, not a great speaker, early age: knew of him, knew of his been when prisoners died in prison, and but here I am, send me. ministry, and was struck even more so almost all of them die there, because And through that willingness, mil- most of my growing up years in Whea- life means life in Louisiana—what hap- lions and millions and millions of lives ton, Illinois, where Billy Graham went pened before was, when prisoners died, were touched. to school, met his wife. Much of his they would just be thrown in a ditch in The last question was one that I ministry started in Wheaton and in the back behind the cafeteria and heard when I went to that crusade in that area around Wheaton. thrown some dirt on top of them. The 1971. And it was: Who is Jesus to you? His ministry spanned generations of warden and others felt like this was ab- This person of Jesus that has impacted American religious thought and cul- solutely inhumane treatment for any- more people in this world than any ture, but his core message remained body, even prisoners, so they changed other person, who is Jesus to you? unchanged throughout his entire life- something. It was a question that I had to strug- time. His evangelistic gatherings at- They have a woodworking program gle with, even as a 5-year-old. I con- tracted millions throughout the globe there, and the inmates of Angola, Lou- tinue to learn and grow and understand for decades. His name is known around isiana State Penitentiary, started Jesus. And different people have dif- the world, as many have said tonight, making caskets for their fellow pris- ferent ideas of who Jesus is. No one can maybe one of the most recognized oners who would die in prison. They deny he was a real person who had names and most respected throughout handcraft these caskets so that they more impact on this world than any- his entire lifetime. are actually gorgeous, handcrafted, body else. I remember way back in 1971—I was 5 recognizing that every life is of infinite We talk about the impact that Billy years old—my mom and dad brought value because God lived and died for Graham has had. Jesus is the reason me down to McCormick Place down in that life. for the impact that Billy Graham had. downtown Chicago, to be part of the Well, Franklin Graham, Billy’s son, So he asked the question: Who is 1971 Billy Graham crusade. My dad was was down in Louisiana State Peniten- Jesus? a counselor at that crusade. I was a lit- tiary a few years ago. He went on a And I think it is worth the study, to tle 5-year-old boy, but I still remember tour there, saw these caskets that were take the time to look into who was that night. I remember the power of being made for inmates, went back and this man who lived 2,000 years ago, yet the message, I remember the power of talked to his mom and dad. affected everything. Even our calendar this messenger of God sharing his love Billy Graham and Ruth Graham said: is adjusted to his life. for us, but also the truth of the love Do you know what? We want to be bur- Who is this Jesus? that Jesus has for us. That he gave ev- ied in caskets that were made by pris- As you dig in and you ask questions erything so that I could have hope, so oners. and study, the question is either: Is that I could have new life. I am so excited. Tomorrow, this un- this Jesus who he said he is or isn’t he? Even as a little boy, that affected believable honor of Billy Graham being Is he a liar? Is he a lunatic? Or is he me. It moved me. It moved me so much laid in honor in the United States ro- Lord? that it had me ask more questions of tunda, one of only four people who Lord and Savior, the only hope, the my own mom and dad when I got home. have had that great honor, but also the light of this world, I believe that that And, ultimately, it was that same year, story that is going to be told, that is exactly who this Jesus is. It was right around that time, when I recog- Billy Graham is going to be laid in the what Billy Graham talked about. nized that I was sinful, even as a little rotunda in a casket that was made by Mr. Speaker, I want to close with a boy, that I was selfish, that I needed prisoners in Louisiana State Peniten- verse many people remember from the help, I needed a savior, and that I need- tiary. What an amazing statement of Billy Graham crusades. The closing of ed someone to pay a price that I humility of recognizing that we are all those crusades were led with a call for couldn’t pay. the same. We are all broken people, we people to come forward, but also with And as Billy Graham had stated, and all need saving, whether we are preach- an amazing hymn, ‘‘Just As I Am.’’ I as my mom and dad had taught me, ing to millions and millions of people, want to read a verse or two, and then and as my own grandpa had taught me, or whether we are in prison for the rest close. only Jesus could pay that price, and he of our lives because of the mistakes we wanted to do it to give me that free have made. We all cannot reach that Just as I am, without one plea, But that thy blood was shed for me, gift of redemption, the hope that we standard, that perfect standard, to be And that though bidst me come to thee, can have only through Jesus. That was with God forever. We need someone to O lamb of God, I come, I come. the story and the message of Billy Gra- help us reach that, and only Jesus can Just as I am, and waiting not ham. help us do that. To rid my soul of one dark blot,

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Mr. Speaker, Billy Graham was a humble other events, some of them events here We are so honored to recognize him servant to the Lord who changed countless in Washington, D.C., in the days ahead. and to thank his family. lives for the better. His was a life well lived. If I might retrieve my chart, Mr. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance And I know his legacy will live on forever. Speaker. Normally I would bring this of my time. Today, let us look up in the sky and give out with me, but I wanted to cover the Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thanks to our faithful, steadfast friend who is Billy Graham event. I think he might recognize and honor the late Reverend Billy finally at home with God and resting in eternal have enjoyed this particular saying Graham who is just the fourth private citizen to peace. from Franklin Delano Roosevelt. I use lie in honor in the U.S. Capitol. f this whenever I start my presentations In 1918, Rev. Graham was born in Char- ISSUES OF THE DAY here on the floor because it reminds me lotte, North Carolina where he was raised on of values, at least a value that I think a dairy farm. At the age of 15, the young Billy The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under ought to be basic to our work here in Graham made his personal commitment to the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- Congress. So allow me to repeat not for Christ during a tent revival meeting in Char- uary 3, 2017, the gentleman from Cali- the first, but maybe for another dozen fornia (Mr. GARAMENDI) is recognized lotte. Following graduation from Wheaton Col- times: for 60 minutes as the designee of the lege and his marriage to classmate Ruth Bell The test of our progress is not whether we in 1943, Rev. Graham began his ministry. minority leader. Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I add more to the abundance of those who While his ministry would take him to every cor- have much. It is whether we provide enough ner of the globe, Billy Graham never forgot his want to thank my colleagues for re- for those who have too little. purpose or his roots in the Old North State. minding us of the enormously impor- tant work that was done for tomor- The test of our progress. It is inter- As the Lord’s faithful servant, Billy Graham esting that there is so much we need to lived a simple life in North Carolina with his row’s session here on the floor and here in the Capitol, where he will be lying in do, so much we need to do here in dear wife Ruth and their five children. Yet his America, particularly for those who ministry touched the lives of millions, as he state. I recall very clearly the day that my have too little. It is interesting to note taught God’s word and spread the good news wife and I met Reverend Graham in what has actually happened over the of the gospel. It has been estimated he Sacramento when he was having one of last several years. preached to nearly 215 million people in more his ministries there in the city. We at- Are we really making progress? than 185 countries and territories, embracing tended, and it was an incredible experi- Well, I think we ought to spend some innovation and new technologies to reach as ence. We met with him personally after moments talking about our infrastruc- many people as possible. the event. And like the millions and, ture. Affectionately known as ‘‘North Carolina’s indeed, billions of people that heard Are we making progress? Favorite Son’’ and ‘‘America’s Pastor,’’ Billy him speak, we, too, were moved. Well, no, not really. We once were Graham’s counsel was sought by presidents Earlier, when I learned of his passing, the most advanced infrastructure— and leaders throughout the world in times of I said that, while he is no longer with highways, rail systems, transit sys- despair and prosperity. No matter his audi- us physically, his work remains with tems, airports, maritime ports—in the ence, he preached a constant message of us. His speeches, his recordings, and his world. We had great drinking water finding ‘‘strength for the present and hope for videos are all there for future genera- systems. You could come to America the future’’ in Jesus Christ. tions and, indeed, for our generation. and drink water anywhere and not have I join with our entire community, state, na- So I thank my colleagues for bringing to worry about the quality or the con- tion and world in mourning his passing, while to our attention what is a profoundly tamination of that water. rejoicing in the knowledge that Billy Graham is important event here in the Nation’s But here it is from the American So- home with his beloved Ruth in the presence of Capitol when Reverend Billy Graham ciety of Civil Engineers: aviation, we our Father in heaven. lies in state. are ranked a D; bridges, a C; dams, a D; Mr. Speaker, Reverend Billy Graham holds Mr. Speaker, there are a couple of drinking water, a D; parks and recre- a special place in the hearts of millions of other things I would like to bring to ation, a D; ports, a C; rail, we are doing Americans and people throughout the world. the attention of the floor. One, fortu- okay; roads, a D—we see that every day He is most deserving of this honor and I urge nately, is not a death, but rather a re- when we travel back and forth. our fellow Americans to join me in paying their tirement. This one is for Debbie Davis, School systems—and we want to talk respects to America’s Pastor and celebrating the editor and assistant publisher of about safe schools; lots of talk as a re- the life of Reverend Billy Graham. the Davis Enterprise, for her service to sult of the tragic shooting in Florida Mr. KINZINGER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today the Davis community and to congratu- about making schools safe. Well, in honor and recognition of Reverend Billy late her on her retirement. schools really rank in the D category. Graham, America’s Pastor, who passed away For over 38 years, Ms. Davis has Whether they are safe or not, they are on February 21, 2018 to return home to his helped unite and inform the Davis com- ranking as Ds. Lord and Savior. As a nation, we mourn the munity through her work at the Davis Transit is a D. Declining wastewater passing of Billy Graham, and send our deep- Enterprise, the local paper. Her work is a D. est condolences to the Graham family. Billy expertise earned her a reputation as a We are familiar with places around Graham preached the Gospel, and his influ- respected journalist, and there is no the Nation. ence can hardly be quantified. His ministry ca- doubt in my mind that her legacy will b 1930 reer and crusades inspired and motivated mil- have a lasting impact on the Davis lions, and carried out his mission to save community. This bridge, about 6 years ago, this souls around the world. The breadth of Ms. Davis’ accom- was a bridge that connected the United Early in his career, Reverend Graham plishment is in itself an achievement. States to Canada. This was the Inter- served the Midwest as a pastor in Western Some of her most notable milestones state 5 bridge, a road, Interstate high- Springs, Illinois. He attended Wheaton College include the development of the 2017 way from Vancouver, British Colum- and in 1981, they opened a center in his centennial magazine that celebrated bia, to Tijuana, Mexico. Infrastructure. honor. During his time in Illinois, Graham took the businesses and leaders that built The bridge collapsed. on a radio ministry program based in Chicago the Davis community, the ‘‘Those Who On the water side of life, I think and expanded his activism. From there, he Make Memories’’ book, and over 10,700 most of us would be familiar that, 1 began to completely transform American reli- editions have been used at the Davis year ago, the spillway at the Oroville gious life through his compelling sermons and Enterprise. Dam, the highest dam in the United preaching. Billy Graham went on to serve I speak on behalf of the entire Davis States and quite possibly in the world, across the country, in many ways and on community when I say ‘‘thank you’’ to gave way during the heavy rains of the

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Tens of thousands, ating new pharmaceuticals and drugs wall of water would have descended indeed hundreds of thousands, millions for such illnesses as Alzheimer’s. In upon those communities and the water of people, could be employed if the $1 fact, Pfizer, one of the large pharma- would have been more than 50 feet deep trillion, $1.5 trillion that he talks ceutical companies, the day that they within 1 hour. Fortunately, the rain about, were real money. It is not. announced that they were going to stopped; otherwise, who knows. Where did the money go? Well, I sup- stop their research on Alzheimer’s, de- So we have a need for infrastructure. pose some of you may have been listen- cided that they would spend their Just 2 weeks ago, the President an- ing when the President signed the leg- money instead on buying back their nounced his great big infrastructure islation and then took his Air Force stock. plan. Two hundred billion new dollars, One jet to Florida, entered his resort at So thus far—we haven’t finished all $1.5 trillion of public and private in- Mar-a-Lago, and announced to his this; this is where they expect to go— vestment beyond the Federal participa- guests: I just made you a whole lot American corporations have already tion. Sounds good until you read the richer. announced $178 billion, nearly one-fifth big print; not even the small print, but Well, indeed he did. One person that of that $1 trillion tax cut, would be the big print. he made richer was this gentleman, used to buy back stock. That is the So what does the Trump infrastruc- who has said repeatedly over the last 2 largest amount ever reported in any ture plan bring to us? Well, the $200 bil- years: I don’t need more money; I am single quarter in American history. lion of Federal money, it is not new quite wealthy, thank you; don’t do a Now, many folks here on the floor money; it is existing money, it is the tax cut that makes me even more say: Oh, but look at what Walmart is reprogramming of existing money. In wealthy. Warren Buffett. doing; they are giving over $400 million fact, it takes $168 billion from existing What did the tax cut do for Warren of bonuses. transportation programs, highways and Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway? Well, Well, if you average that out among transit, and repurposes it over to some it was a $29 billion Christmas gift. all of their workers, it is $190 per work- Mr. Speaker, the President was quite new programs that are supposed to do er. Now, that is not chump change, and correct. He did make the rich even the same thing. No new money; just that is certainly not crumbs. That is richer. money taken from an existing program I thank Mr. Buffett for being brutally $190, and that is important, but the that is working, underfunded to be honest and saying he doesn’t need more total tax cut to Walmart was $18 bil- sure, but working, and transferred over money. He would undoubtedly look at lion. The $400 million is 2.2 percent for to a new program that the President what FDR said: ‘‘The test of our bonuses. And so it goes. can then put his gold letters, T-R-U-M- progress is not whether we add more to There is more. Boeing said it will P, on it, and, wow, what a wonderful the abundance of those who have spend $300 million on employees in in- thing that has been done. Oh, yeah. much.’’ creased wages or bonuses, and, at the Well, confusion and the like. Warren Buffett said this last line: ‘‘It same time, they will spend $18 billion It also paves the way; it doesn’t pave is whether we provide enough for those to buy back shares. the highways, but it does pave the way who have too little.’’ Did I explain what a buyback of for Wall Street and foreign investors to I thank Mr. Buffett. I don’t know shares really does? Well, it reduces the set up toll roads on our interstate free- what he is going to do with the $29 bil- number of shares that are in the mar- ways. Well, there is a great idea. It lion, but I know what we could have ket, and, therefore, simultaneously slashes Federal investments and passes done with $29 billion. We could have re- raises the price per share. the buck to cash-starved States and paired the bridges of America. We And how are executive salaries and local governments. could have repaired the tens of thou- bonuses determined? By the share You see, right now the Federal Gov- sands of dams across America that are price. The share price goes up, bingo, ernment for highways and transit, at risk. That is what could have been more money for the corporate execu- about 80 percent of that money comes done with the $29 billion that went to tives. from the Federal Government, 20 per- Mr. Buffett. So if you were given a huge $1 tril- cent from the locals. And he wasn’t the only one who bene- lion windfall in reduced taxes, would In levies—I represent one of the most fited from those tax cuts. One of the you use that for capital investment, flood prone areas. I can put that pic- Wall Street companies, Morgan Stan- where the actual return to the corpora- ture of Oroville Dam back up. Seventy- ley, did an analysis of the corporate tion may take 3, 4, 5 years, or would five percent Federal, 25 percent local. tax cuts, that about $1 trillion of the you use it to buy back stock, which So what does the great Trump infra- $1.5 trillion tax cut went to corpora- automatically will, in virtually every structure plan do? It flips that over, tions. case, raise the share price and imme- and guess what? The Federal Govern- So what did the American corpora- diately reward the executives’ bottom ment will pay 25 percent for levies and tions do with that $1 trillion windfall? line salary? Not a tough decision. Or the locals will pay 75 percent. Wow. Morgan Stanley, just this last week, would you give it to your employees in That is helpful. Where are they going reported that their analysis is that 62 bonuses and raises, when you could use to get the money? percent of that $1 trillion windfall will it to buy back stock? Raise the share For transit, 80 percent Federal, 20 be used by the corporations to buy price, and, lo and behold, guess what? percent—no, not in the Trump plan. It other companies; mergers and acquisi- The corporate executive’s pay in- flips it over: 20 percent Federal, 80 per- tions, about 19 percent; and 43 percent creases, because his pay is based on the cent local. Where are they to get the will go for buybacks of stock and divi- stock price. Pretty simple stuff. money? Big question. dends. Did I mention Comcast laid off over So where did the money go? Why is it All the talk about the employees 500 employees after reportedly saying that the President’s big, new, fabulous, benefiting. Well, let’s see. About 13 per- that they would use their tax cuts to wonderful transportation/infrastruc- cent is headed for bonuses and raises. give a $1,000 year-end bonus? And at ture program has no money, just exist- Just 17 percent of that $1 trillion is ex- the same time, they announced a $5 bil- ing money taken from existing pro- pected to be used to increase the size of lion stock buyback for 2018. grams and put into new labeled pro- the business, not through mergers and It goes on and on. grams that are to accomplish the same acquisitions, which usually result in Apple, $38 billion reduction in taxes; thing but with less Federal support? layoffs, not in new jobs, but rather in Microsoft, $6.3 billion; Citibank, $22 So one might wonder, what happened what are called savings, in other words, billion reduction; Johnson & Johnson, here? Why is there no new Federal known as layoffs—just 17 percent. $13 billion; Qualcomm, $5.3 billion.

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The great infrastructure resources so that we can pay for this. ment might be less important than it ap- plan from the President is simply a We talk about how we might engage in pears. Consider the results of a recent Polit- shell game, moving money from under various financing programs so that we ico/Morning Consult poll that shows that this shell to under that shell, no new can, over time, build the solid founda- just 25 percent of registered voters said they money, and making the local govern- tion for economic growth. had noticed an increase in their paycheck be- ments and State governments pay even And as we do all of this, we are talk- cause of lower tax withholding while 51 per- more. ing about a better deal for the Amer- cent had not. The poll also found that high- income people were more likely to notice And for those of us who represent ican public, not the raw deal that this tax scam gave to Americans, not the that their take-home pay had gone up. California, Pennsylvania, New York, That’s because Republicans designed the law New Jersey, there is one more, and kind of deal that The New York Times to principally benefit wealthy families while that is we get to pay taxes on taxes says: ‘‘Well-Heeled Investors Reap the offering crumbs to low-income and middle that we pay to the State and to the Republican Tax Cut Bonanza.’’ class families. local governments. Mr. Speaker, I include this New York Those crumbs, by the way, disappear after Times editorial, dated February 25, a few years. Further, many taxpayers in b 1945 2018, in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. states like California, New Jersey and New York will be hit with higher tax bills when Now, that is a change. When the first [From The New York Times, Feb. 25, 2018] they file their 2018 tax returns and realize income tax law was written nearly a WELL-HEELED INVESTORS REAP THE century ago—in fact, more than a cen- that they can now only deduct up to $10,000 REPUBLICAN TAX CUT BONANZA in state and local taxes. tury ago—they said that you would not (By The Editorial Board) There was a legitimate argument for re- pay taxes on the taxes that you paid, After President Trump signed the Repub- forming the tax code in a way that reduced and so they allowed for the deduction lican tax cut into law, companies put out the corporate tax rate, closed loopholes and of State and local taxes. But, hey, that cheery announcements that they were giving made the economy fairer and more produc- changed. Our President said it is a workers bonuses because of their expected tive. But Republicans chose a plan that re- wonderful gift. Well, it is not for Cali- windfalls from the tax reductions. The presi- wards the rich at the expense of workers. fornia, not for New York, not for New dent and Republican lawmakers quickly held They had to lie to make this scheme seem le- up these news releases as vindication for Jersey. gitimate. Now the true effects are coming to their argument that cutting the top federal fruition. So where are we going to get the corporate tax rate to 21 percent, from 35 per- Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I money? We are going to have to go cent, would boost workers’ incomes even as back and look at this. We already know it added $1.5 trillion to the debt that future yield back the balance of my time. that, for every 1 percent reduction in generations would have to pay off. f the corporate tax rate, there is a $100 Now corporate announcements and analyst billion reduction in revenue to the Fed- reports confirm what honest observers al- RESOLUTION HONORING THE NA- ways said—this claim is pure fantasy. As ex- TIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE eral Government. We might want to ecutives tell investors what they intend to look at that. ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED do with their tax savings and their spending PEOPLE I am going to wrap this up in just a plans are tabulated into neat charts and few moments. graphs, the reports jibe with what most ex- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. We have been talking about a better perts said would happen: Companies are re- MAST). Under the Speaker’s announced deal for America for a long time. What warding their stockholders. policy of January 3, 2017, the gen- we have from the Trump tax cut is a Businesses are buying back shares, which tleman from Texas (Mr. AL GREEN) is raw deal, a bad deal, a terrible deal for creates demand for the stocks, boosts share recognized for the remainder of the prices and benefits investors. Some of the America. The Federal Treasury was cash is going to increase dividends. And a hour as the designee of the minority gutted. chunk will go to acquiring other businesses, leader. Yes, there are benefits for the broad creating larger corporations that face less Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speak- American public, but that is like 17 competition. er, I am honored tonight to present a percent of the total tax cut goes to the In addition to benefiting investors, these resolution on behalf of the NAACP, the broad American public: middle class, maneuvers will end up boosting the pay of National Association for the Advance- upper middle, and the bottom quartile top executives because their compensation ment of Colored People, a great organi- packages are often tied to the price of their of Americans. It is useful. It is cer- companies’ stock. Finally, a small sliver of zation founded in this country on Feb- tainly going to be helpful. the money will find its way into paychecks ruary 12, 1909. It just happens to have But more than 80 percent went to of rank-and-file employees, but it won’t be a been the centennial of the birth of American corporations, which, as I just big boost and will probably come in the form Abraham Lincoln. showed, are not using it for their em- of a temporary bonus, rather than a lasting I am honored to be a proud member ployees, not using it to build their cap- raise. of the NAACP. I hold a life member- ital infrastructure, their ability to Morgan Stanley analysts estimated that 43 ship, and I look forward to acquiring percent of corporate tax savings would go to manufacture more, but, rather, for buybacks and dividends and nearly 19 per- an even higher membership in the those who already have a great deal of cent would help pay for mergers and acquisi- NAACP. wealth: the stockholders of America, tions. Just 17 percent would be used for cap- I am honored to say that this resolu- who happen not to be the bottom 80 ital investment, and even a smaller share, 13 tion has the support of the Congres- percent. percent, would go toward bonuses and raises. sional Black Caucus, and it is a bipar- We need a better deal. We really need Other Wall Street analysts have issued tisan resolution as well. Also, I am to invest in America. We need that in- similar reports. If more evidence was needed, honored to say, Mr. Speaker, that this Axios reported that just nine pharmaceutical resolution is one that I hope will shed frastructure, not the phony infrastruc- companies have announced $50 billion in ture program that the President has buybacks since the tax law was passed. some additional light on the NAACP, proposed, but a real infrastructure Mr. Trump might argue that it doesn’t its purpose, and some of its accom- with real money. And we need to make much matter that the tax cuts will be a boon plishments. that infrastructure in America. for investors because many Americans own The NAACP is the Nation’s oldest And so make it in America, invest in stocks. The president has recently touted civil rights organization. It is an orga- America. It adds up for a better deal the rising value of 401(k) accounts as a ben- nization that was founded in a time for America. efit of the tax law. But roughly half of all when African Americans were being families own no stock, and most people have My colleague, AL GREEN from Texas, holdings that are worth less than $5,000. lynched, a time when it was not com- has some important things to add to Most stock holdings, a whopping 84 percent, monplace and not every place, but it the discussion tonight on a different are in the hands of people whose incomes put did take place with a great degree of subject, but I just want to remind the them in the top 10 percent of households. regularity in this country, such that

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Some of the notable founders of the in the neighborhoods that we live in, to This organization has been on the NAACP were Mary White Ovington, a go to the schools that we attend. front line for justice for all in the white female; Ida Wells-Barnett; and The truth be told, we eat where we United States of America. And I would also, I would add, Oswald Garrison eat and sleep where we sleep because of dare say that, if we did not have the Villard; William English Walling. the NAACP. It is an organization that NAACP, we would create it because we Many of these persons were persons of has brought not only desegregation to need an organization that is willing to goodwill who simply concluded that American life, but also integration to step forward and take on the needs of there had to be something done about American life. people who, but for the NAACP, the conditions impacting African Many of our institutions were deseg- wouldn’t have a voice. Americans. And so they decided to regated. That meant that a lot of insti- It is a bold organization. It does not move forward, and they formed, at that tutions were lost in the process when fear the powers that be. It does not, in time, the organization known as the we desegregated. But we also have inte- any way, concern itself with the con- National Negro Committee, which has, grated, and we have brought together sequences of challenging the establish- of course, evolved into the NAACP that persons in new institutions. ment. It is an organization that has we know today. The NAACP can claim a good deal of sought to change the status quo. It is Let me pause for a moment with the responsibility for the integration that an organization that moves people history and remind people that in we see in the House of Representatives from poverty, in many cases, into an Houston, Texas, we are very fortunate. and in the Congress of the United opportunity to move forward into the The Houston branch of the NAACP has States of America. I can say to you, middle class. So it is an organization a president who is a former dean of the truthfully, that I believe I am standing that truly benefits all. law school, Thurgood Marshall School here tonight because of the good works I am proud to be a member of this au- of Law in Houston, Texas, former presi- of the NAACP, and a good many other gust organization. dent of Texas Southern University, persons are here because of the good b 2000 James Douglas—very fortunate to have works of the NAACP as well. I will mention a few more things a lawyer of his standing as the presi- I am also proud to tell you tonight about the organization, and then bring dent of the NAACP. that the NAACP has fought for the pas- this to closure. But I do want people to Currently, at the law school, there is sage of the Civil Rights Act of 1957, the know especially that the NAACP does a person who is working who happens Civil Rights Act of 1960 and 1964, the not and has not ever segregated itself to be the State president of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. from any part of society. It has always NAACP. We have a national board The NAACP has fought for human sought to bring society together. It has member in Houston, Texas. Gary rights as well as civil rights. The always sought to find some sort of Bledsoe, State president, is working at NAACP, in 2005, went beyond human common ground for people to stand on the law school as the interim dean. The rights and civil rights, in a sense, when so that we might all move forward to- national board member, Howard Jeffer- it developed a disaster relief fund to gether. It has always been an organiza- son, is in Houston, Texas. help hurricane survivors in Louisiana, tion that not only wanted to integrate Houston’s NAACP has its own facil- Mississippi, Texas, Florida, and Ala- schools, integrate various parts of our ity, one of the few around the country bama. social order, but also wanted to bring a to hold its own facility, but I am proud So the NAACP has metamorphosed sense of brotherhood to our country. to say that that is something that we into an organization that not only Dr. King indicated that we must worked hard to acquire. The Houston deals with the rights of people in the transform neighborhoods into brother- NAACP is one of the outstanding sense of their needs when they are vot- hoods. This has also been the work of branches of the NAACP in this coun- ing and when they are being brought the NAACP. try. The NAACP has branches in all 50 before the justice system, but it has Rosa Parks, the great NAACP mem- States. also now metamorphosed into an orga- ber who took that seat on the bus and, Continuing, the NAACP’s national nization that helps in times of need in in so doing, challenged the segregation headquarters, located in Baltimore, general. in the South, the NAACP was there to Maryland, the NAACP was founded to If there is a storm, you can depend do these things to bring people to- ensure the political, educational, so- upon the NAACP to be there to be of gether and to help us understand each cial, and economic rights of all persons some help. If persons are suffering as a other. and to eliminate racial hatred and ra- result of some sort of disaster related I do believe that America is a much cial discrimination. to fires, the NAACP is likely to be better place because the NAACP has I am proud to say that the NAACP there to help. made it such. And if not but for the has always used the tactics of non- The NAACP is also helping abroad. It NAACP, I do believe that the Congress violence in its movement forward, in has been there to help persons in Haiti of the United States of America would its effort to help all persons benefit in after the disaster that took place. not be the integrated institution that this country because, quite frankly, ev- The NAACP, in 2008, supported the it is. eryone has benefited from the NAACP passage of the Emmett Till Unsolved I think there is still much work to be and its movement in this country. It Civil Rights Crime Act of 2007. It was done, but I am proud that the NAACP has used negotiation, litigation, and an act that allowed us to have the re- has done the work that it has because, protestation as its tactics. sources to solve some of the heinous in so doing, it has made opportunities The NAACP was there to win law- crimes that occurred in the early days available for a good many people who suits before the Supreme Court, was of the civil rights struggle here in the would not have them. there to protest so that persons might United States of America. So, tonight, I wanted to have it re- acquire not only the right to vote, but The NAACP celebrated its centennial solved that the House of Representa- also the opportunity to elect people of anniversary in New York City on July tives of the Congress of the United their choice. 16 of 2009. States of America recognizes the 109th The NAACP has been there with the The NAACP continues to, in 2010, ad- anniversary of the historic founding of great litigator, Thurgood Marshall, vocate for sentencing reform, some- the National Association for the Ad- who was the first African-American thing that is still needed to this day vancement of Colored People, the Justice on the Supreme Court, was the and is still being worked on. NAACP. chief litigator for the NAACP for many In 2011, the NAACP led the charge to Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance years. He won 29 of 32 cases before the defend the constitutional right to vote. of my time.

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A bill to authorize the Secretary f annual 803 Reports for FY 2017, pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 2000ee-2(a)(6); Public Law 108-447, of the Treasury to pay rewards under an ADJOURNMENT Sec. 522(a)(6); (118 Stat. 3268) and 42 U.S.C. asset recovery rewards program to help iden- tify and recover stolen assets linked to for- Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speak- 2000ee-3(c)(1); Public Law 110-53, Sec. 804(c)(1); (121 Stat. 363); to the Committee on eign government corruption and the proceeds er, I move that the House do now ad- Oversight and Government Reform. of such corruption hidden behind complex fi- journ. 4125. A letter from the Secretary and nancial structures in the United States and The motion was agreed to; accord- Treasurer, Financing Corporation, transmit- abroad; to the Committee on Financial Serv- ingly (at 8 o’clock and 2 minutes p.m.), ting the Corporation’s Statement on the ices. under its previous order, the House ad- System of Internal Controls and the 2017 Au- By Ms. CLARK of Massachusetts (for journed until Thursday, March 1, 2018, dited Financial Statements, pursuant to 31 herself, Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky, Mr. at 1:30 p.m. U.S.C. 3515(a)(1); Public Law 101-576, Sec. SARBANES, and Mr. GUTHRIE): 303(a)(1) (as amended by Public Law 107-289, H.R. 5102. A bill to amend the Public f Sec. 2(a)); (116 Stat. 2049); to the Committee Health Service Act to authorize a loan re- EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, on Oversight and Government Reform. payment program for substance use disorder ETC. 4126. A letter from the President and CEO, treatment employees, and for other pur- Inter-American Foundation, transmitting poses; to the Committee on Energy and Com- Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive the Foundation’s FY 2017 Annual Perform- merce. communications were taken from the ance Report; to the Committee on Oversight By Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois Speaker’s table and referred as follows: and Government Reform. (for himself, Mr. PASCRELL, Mr. JOHN- SON of Georgia, Ms. KELLY of Illinois, 4116. A letter from the Assistant Secretary, 4127. A letter from the Secretary and Mr. LANGEVIN, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Ms. Legislative Affairs, Department of State, Treasurer, Resolution Funding Corporation, BASS, Ms. NORTON, Mr. COHEN, and transmitting certification that no United transmitting the Corporation’s Statement Mr. LYNCH): Nations agency or United Nations affiliated on the System of Internal Controls and the 2017 Audited Financial Statements, pursuant H.R. 5103. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- agency grants any official status, accredita- enue Code of 1986 to increase the excise tax tion, or recognition to any organization to 31 U.S.C. 3515(a)(1); Public Law 101-576, Sec. 303(a)(1) (as amended by Public Law 107- and special occupational tax in respect of which promotes and condones or seeks the firearms and to increase the transfer tax on legalization of pedophilia, pursuant to 22 289, Sec. 2(a)); (116 Stat. 2049); to the Com- mittee on Oversight and Government Re- any other weapon, and for other purposes; to U.S.C. 287e note; Public Law 103-236, Sec. the Committee on Ways and Means, and in 102(g) (as amended by Public Law 103-415, form. 4128. A letter from the Chief, Publications addition to the Committees on Natural Re- Sec. 1(o)); (108 Stat. 4301); to the Committee sources, the Judiciary, Education and the on Foreign Affairs. and Regulations Branch, Internal Revenue Service, transmitting the Service’s IRB only Workforce, and Energy and Commerce, for a 4117. A letter from the Assistant Legal Ad- period to be subsequently determined by the viser, Office of Treaty Affairs, Department of rule — Low-Income Housing Credit Disaster Relief for the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Speaker, in each case for consideration of State, transmitting reports concerning such provisions as fall within the jurisdic- international agreements other than treaties [Notice 2018-17] received February 21, 2018, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law tion of the committee concerned. entered into by the United States to be By Mr. SCHRADER (for himself, Mr. transmitted to the Congress within the 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Com- CURBELO of Florida, Mr. THOMPSON of sixty-day period specified in the Case-Za- mittee on Ways and Means. 4129. A letter from the Board Members, California, and Mr. BILIRAKIS): blocki Act, pursuant to 1 U.S.C. 112b(a); Pub- H.R. 5104. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Railroad Retirement Board, transmitting lic Law 92-403, Sec. 1(a) (as amended by Pub- Social Security Act to provide for a special the Congressional Justification of Budget lic Law 108-458, Sec. 7121(b)); (118 Stat. 3807); enrollment period under Medicare for indi- Estimates for Fiscal Year 2019, including the to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. viduals enrolled in COBRA continuation cov- Performance Plan, pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 4118. A letter from the Assistant Secretary, erage, and for other purposes; to the Com- 1115(b); Public Law 111-352, Sec. 3; (124 Stat. Legislative Affairs, Department of State, mittee on Energy and Commerce, and in ad- 3867) and 45 U.S.C. 231f(f); Aug. 29, 1935, ch. transmitting a certification, pursuant to dition to the Committees on Ways and 812, Sec. 7(f) (as amended by Public Law 93- Sec. 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, Means, and Education and the Workforce, for 445, Sec. 416); (97 Stat. 436); jointly to the Transmittal No.: DDTC 17-115; to the Com- a period to be subsequently determined by Committees on Transportation and Infra- mittee on Foreign Affairs. the Speaker, in each case for consideration structure, Ways and Means, and Appropria- 4119. A letter from the Director, Defense of such provisions as fall within the jurisdic- tions. Security Cooperation Agency, Department of tion of the committee concerned. Defense, transmitting Transmittal No. 17-75, f By Mr. YOHO (for himself and Mr. pursuant to the reporting requirements of SMITH of Washington): Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS H.R. 5105. A bill to establish the United Act, as amended; to the Committee on For- Under clause 2 of rule XII, public States International Development Finance eign Affairs. bills and resolutions of the following Corporation, and for other purposes; to the 4120. A letter from the Director, Defense titles were introduced and severally re- Committee on Foreign Affairs. Security Cooperation Agency, Department of By Mr. MEEKS: Defense, transmitting Transmittal No. 18-01, ferred, as follows: H.R. 5106. A bill to amend the Securities pursuant to the reporting requirements of By Mr. ESTES of Kansas (for himself, Exchange Act of 1934 to require issuers to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Mr. MCCAUL, and Mr. GALLAGHER): disclose in an annual report any substantial Act, as amended; to the Committee on For- H.R. 5099. A bill to amend the Homeland financial relationship with any manufac- eign Affairs. Security Act of 2002 to establish in the De- turer or dealer of firearms or ammunition; to 4121. A letter from the Director, Defense partment of Homeland Security a fusion cen- the Committee on Financial Services. Security Cooperation Agency, Department of ter technical assistance program; to the By Mr. WILLIAMS: Defense, transmitting Transmittal No. 17-66, Committee on Homeland Security. H.R. 5107. A bill to direct the Secretary of pursuant to the reporting requirements of By Mr. KNIGHT (for himself, Ms. Education to carry out a grant program to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control ESHOO, Ms. ESTY of Connecticut, Mr. secure elementary schools and secondary Act, as amended; to the Committee on For- RYAN of Ohio, Ms. TENNEY, Mr. MAC- schools; to the Committee on Education and eign Affairs. ARTHUR, Mr. BILIRAKIS, and Ms. the Workforce. 4122. A letter from the Assistant Secretary, KUSTER of New Hampshire): By Mr. DOGGETT (for himself, Mr. Legislative Affairs, Department of State, H.R. 5100. A bill To amend the Public CAPUANO, Mr. CUMMINGS, Mr. DANNY transmitting a Report to Congress on Gifts Health Service Act to authorize grants to K. DAVIS of Illinois, Ms. DELAURO, Given by the United States to Foreign Indi- States to establish and operate recovery Mr. DEFAZIO, Mr. GRIJALVA, Ms. viduals for Fiscal Year 2017, pursuant to 22 home certification programs, and for other JAYAPAL, Ms. KAPTUR, Mr. NADLER, U.S.C.A. 2694; to the Committee on Foreign purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Ms. NORTON, Mr. Affairs. Commerce, and in addition to the Committee POCAN, Mr. RASKIN, Mr. RYAN of 4123. A letter from the Assistant Secretary, on the Judiciary, for a period to be subse- Ohio, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. SAR- Legislative Affairs, Department of State, quently determined by the Speaker, in each BANES, Mr. GARAMENDI, Ms. SLAUGH- transmitting a certification, pursuant to case for consideration of such provisions as TER, Mr. HIGGINS of New York, Mr.

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ELLISON, Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY By Mr. FOSTER (for himself, Mr. RYAN dition to the Committee on Transportation of New York, Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN, of Ohio, Mr. DAVID SCOTT of Georgia, and Infrastructure, for a period to be subse- Ms. LEE, Mr. DESAULNIER, and Ms. and Mr. POLIS): quently determined by the Speaker, in each JUDY CHU of California): H.R. 5119. A bill to direct the Secretary of case for consideration of such provisions as H.R. 5108. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- Education to carry out a STEM grant pro- fall within the jurisdiction of the committee enue Code of 1986 to provide for current year gram; to the Committee on Education and concerned. inclusion of net CFC tested income, and for the Workforce. By Mr. O’HALLERAN (for himself and other purposes; to the Committee on Ways By Mr. GAETZ (for himself and Mr. Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of New and Means. POE of Texas): Mexico): By Ms. KUSTER of New Hampshire (for H.R. 5120. A bill to require Presidential ap- H.R. 5128. A bill to authorize the Secretary herself, Mr. JENKINS of West Virginia, pointment and Senate confirmation of For- of Agriculture to award grants to tribal Mr. MCKINLEY, Ms. BLUNT ROCH- eign Intelligence Surveillance Court judges; health programs located on reservations im- ESTER, Mr. POLIQUIN, and Mr. COURT- to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in pacted by uranium mining or milling, and NEY): addition to the Committee on Intelligence for other purposes; to the Committee on Ag- H.R. 5109. A bill to amend the 21st Century (Permanent Select), for a period to be subse- riculture. Cures Act to ensure the equitable distribu- quently determined by the Speaker, in each By Mr. SMITH of New Jersey (for him- tion of resources to address the opioid epi- case for consideration of such provisions as self, Ms. MCCOLLUM, Mr. ROYCE of demic, and for other purposes; to the Com- fall within the jurisdiction of the committee California, Mr. ENGEL, Mr. AUSTIN mittee on Energy and Commerce. concerned. SCOTT of Georgia, Ms. BASS, Mr. FOR- By Mr. PRICE of North Carolina: By Mr. KELLY of Mississippi (for him- TENBERRY, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. PAUL- H.R. 5110. A bill to amend the Higher Edu- self, Ms. ROSEN, Mr. WALZ, and Mr. SEN, Ms. DELAURO, Mr. REICHERT, Mr. cation Act of 1965 to require institutions of PALAZZO): SMITH of Washington, and Mr. higher education to report revenue generated H.R. 5121. A bill to amend title 10, United CICILLINE): by each sports team, and for other purposes; States Code, to remove the prohibition on H.R. 5129. A bill to reauthorize the Global to the Committee on Education and the eligibility for TRICARE Reserve Select of Food Security Act of 2016, and for other pur- Workforce. members of the reserve components of the poses; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. By Mr. CARTWRIGHT (for himself and Armed Forces who are eligible to enroll in a By Ms. TENNEY: Mr. RUSSELL): health benefits plan under chapter 89 of title H.R. 5130. A bill to amend title 10, United H.R. 5111. A bill to amend title 40, United 5, United States Code; to the Committee on States Code, to permit the Secretary of a States Code, to provide certain purchasing Armed Services. military department to grant veterans ac- authority for recipients or subrecipients of By Mr. LAWSON of Florida (for him- cess to certain fitness centers under the ju- grants under chapter 53 of title 49 of such self, Ms. WILSON of Florida, Mr. risdiction of such Secretary, and for other Code, and for other purposes; to the Com- BISHOP of Georgia, Ms. NORTON, Mr. purposes; to the Committee on Armed Serv- mittee on Oversight and Government Re- HASTINGS, Ms. LEE, and Ms. BASS): ices. form. H.R. 5122. A bill to amend the Food and Ag- By Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN (for her- By Mr. MASSIE: riculture Act of 1977 to provide mandatory self, Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi, H.R. 5112. A bill to reduce, from 21 years of funding for grants to upgrade agricultural and Mr. KATKO): age to 18 years of age, the minimum age at and food sciences facilities at 1890 land-grant H.R. 5131. A bill to improve the effective- which a person may obtain a handgun from colleges, including Tuskegee University; to ness of Federal efforts to identify and ad- a Federal firearms licensee; to the Com- the Committee on Agriculture. dress homeland security risks to surface mittee on the Judiciary. By Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM transportation, secure against vehicle-based By Ms. BARRAGA´ N (for herself, Ms. of New Mexico (for herself and Mr. attacks, and conduct a feasibility assess- NORTON, Ms. TITUS, and Mr. ment of introducing new security tech- ´ CRIST): GUTIERREZ): H.R. 5123. A bill to abolish the Conscience nologies and measures, and for other pur- H.R. 5113. A bill to amend title 41, United and Religious Freedom Division in the Office poses; to the Committee on Homeland Secu- States Code, to require sexual harassment of Civil Rights of the Department of Health rity. training for the employees of Federal con- and Human Services, and for other purposes; By Mr. MICHAEL F. DOYLE of Penn- tractors, and for other purposes; to the Com- to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. sylvania (for himself, Mr. SMITH of mittee on Oversight and Government Re- By Ms. MCCOLLUM (for herself and Mr. Washington, Mr. CARSON of Indiana, form. SMUCKER): Ms. KUSTER of New Hampshire, Ms. By Ms. BONAMICI (for herself, Ms. H.R. 5124. A bill to require the Secretary of ESHOO, Ms. LEE, Mr. O’ROURKE, Ms. MCCOLLUM, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. Health and Human Services to establish a MCCOLLUM, Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN, TONKO, Mr. COHEN, Ms. ESHOO, Mr. community action opioid response grant pro- Mr. SHERMAN, Mrs. LAWRENCE, Ms. MCGOVERN, Mr. POCAN, and Mr. gram; to the Committee on Education and SHEA-PORTER, Mrs. CAROLYN B. RASKIN): the Workforce. MALONEY of New York, Ms. PINGREE, H.R. 5114. A bill to amend the Toxic Sub- By Mr. MCEACHIN (for himself and Ms. Ms. HANABUSA, Mr. CICILLINE, Mr. stances Control Act to require the Adminis- PRICE of North Carolina, Ms. trator of the Environmental Protection STEFANIK): H.R. 5125. A bill to improve and expand au- WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, Mr. HECK, Ms. Agency to take action to eliminate human thorities, programs, services, and benefits DEGETTE, Mr. BEYER, Ms. MATSUI, exposure to asbestos, and for other purposes; for military spouses and military families, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Ms. NORTON, Mr. to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. and for other purposes; to the Committee on PALLONE, Ms. SPEIER, Mr. MCGOVERN, By Mr. CARSON of Indiana (for himself Armed Services, and in addition to the Com- Mr. LANGEVIN, Mr. RASKIN, Ms. SCHA- and Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania): KOWSKY, Mr. HUFFMAN, Mr. POLIS, H.R. 5115. A bill to expand and improve the mittee on Oversight and Government Re- Mr. NADLER, Mr. MCNERNEY, Mr. programs and activities of the Department of form, for a period to be subsequently deter- GOMEZ, Mr. COURTNEY, Mr. CROWLEY, Health and Human Services for awareness, mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- Mr. KENNEDY, Mr. SARBANES, Mr. education, research, surveillance, diagnosis, sideration of such provisions as fall within SERRANO, Mr. ELLISON, Mr. DOGGETT, and treatment concerning rare diseases and the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. Ms. SLAUGHTER, Ms. BORDALLO, Ms. conditions; to the Committee on Energy and By Mrs. MURPHY of Florida (for her- KAPTUR, Mr. POCAN, Mr. TAKANO, Ms. Commerce. self and Mr. MAST): MAXINE WATERS of California, Mr. By Mr. CONAWAY: H.R. 5126. A bill to authorize assistance for H.R. 5116. A bill to amend title 28, United procurement of missile defense systems for CAPUANO, Ms. TSONGAS, Mr. TONKO, States Code, to provide for the jurisdiction Israel, and for other purposes; to the Com- Mr. VISCLOSKY, Mr. DEFAZIO, Mr. of courts of the United States and of the mittee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to WELCH, Ms. JAYAPAL, Mr. GRIJALVA, States over certain foreign entities, and for the Committee on Armed Services, for a pe- Mr. NEAL, Mr. NOLAN, Mr. KHANNA, other purposes; to the Committee on the Ju- riod to be subsequently determined by the Ms. DELAURO, Mr. LEVIN, Ms. JACK- diciary. Speaker, in each case for consideration of SON LEE, Mr. LYNCH, Mrs. DAVIS of By Mr. CRIST (for himself and Mr. such provisions as fall within the jurisdic- California, Ms. DELBENE, Ms. JOHNSON of Louisiana): tion of the committee concerned. BONAMICI, Mr. RYAN of Ohio, Mr. H.R. 5117. A bill to authorize the President By Mrs. NAPOLITANO (for herself, Ms. WALZ, Mr. SUOZZI, Ms. LOFGREN, Ms. to enter into a cooperative project agree- BARRAGA´ N, Mr. DESAULNIER, Mr. GRI- ROSEN, Mr. ESPAILLAT, Mr. THOMPSON ment with Israel to counter unmanned aerial JALVA, Mr. HUFFMAN, Ms. NORTON, of California, Ms. CASTOR of Florida, vehicles that threaten the United States or Mr. LOWENTHAL, Ms. ESHOO, Mr. Mr. SEAN PATRICK MALONEY of New Israel; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. CARBAJAL, and Ms. BROWNLEY of Cali- York, Mr. MCEACHIN, Mr. PETERSON, By Mr. CROWLEY (for himself and Mr. fornia): Mr. BISHOP of Georgia, Mr. DANNY K. ELLISON): H.R. 5127. A bill to establish a grant pro- DAVIS of Illinois, Ms. PELOSI, Mr. H.R. 5118. A bill to establish USAccounts, gram for the funding of water recycling and DELANEY, Mr. YARMUTH, Ms. and for other purposes; to the Committee on reuse projects, and for other purposes; to the GABBARD, Ms. MOORE, Mr. LARSON of Ways and Means. Committee on Natural Resources, and in ad- Connecticut, Mr. COHEN, Mr.

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Concurrent resolution rec- lation pursuant to the following: BROWNLEY of California, Miss RICE of ognizing the rich history, heritage, and stra- Article I, Section 8, Clause 18—To make all New York, Mr. SWALWELL of Cali- tegic importance of the Republic of the Mar- laws which shall be necessary and proper for fornia, Ms. CLARKE of New York, Mr. shall Islands and the Marshallese population carrying into execution the foregoing pow- NORCROSS, Mr. HIGGINS of New York, residing in the United States; to the Com- ers, and all other powers vested by this Con- Ms. CLARK of Massachusetts, Ms. mittee on Natural Resources, and in addition stitution in the government of the United MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of New to the Committees on Oversight and Govern- States, or in any department or officer Mexico, Mr. ENGEL, Ms. JUDY CHU of ment Reform, Foreign Affairs, and Armed thereof. California, Mrs. TORRES, Ms. MENG, Services, for a period to be subsequently de- By Mr. KNIGHT: Mr. CASTRO of Texas, Ms. BASS, Mr. termined by the Speaker, in each case for H.R. 5100. KILDEE, Mr. BEN RAY LUJA´ N of New consideration of such provisions as fall with- Congress has the power to enact this legis- Mexico, Mr. BROWN of Maryland, Mr. in the jurisdiction of the committee con- lation pursuant to the following: KIHUEN, Ms. BARRAGA´ N, Mr. SCHIFF, cerned. Clause 1 and clause 18 of section 8 of article Mr. KRISHNAMOORTHI, Mr. VEASEY, By Mr. SMITH of New Jersey (for him- I Ms. TITUS, Ms. SEWELL of Alabama, self, Ms. NORTON, Mrs. NAPOLITANO, By Mr. LYNCH: Mr. LIPINSKI, Mr. JEFFRIES, Mr. Ms. BORDALLO, Ms. BLUNT ROCH- H.R. 5101. VARGAS, Mr. GARAMENDI, Mr. BERA, ESTER, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mrs. BEATTY, Congress has the power to enact this legis- Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD, Mr. CARBAJAL, and Mrs. COMSTOCK): lation pursuant to the following: Mr. LOEBSACK, Mr. LARSEN of Wash- H. Res. 752. A resolution recognizing the Article 1 section 8 Clause 18 of the United ington, Mr. KIND, Mr. LAWSON of rise of cardiovascular disease as the world’s States Constitution. Florida, Mr. SCHRADER, Mr. COOPER, leading cause of preventable death and dis- By Ms. CLARK of Massachusetts: Mr. PERLMUTTER, Mr. PASCRELL, Mr. ability and as the global public health crisis H.R. 5102. HIMES, Mr. SOTO, Ms. SA´ NCHEZ, Mrs. of our generation and recognizing February Congress has the power to enact this legis- BUSTOS, Ms. FRANKEL of Florida, Mr. 2018 as ‘‘American Heart Month’’; to the lation pursuant to the following: BRENDAN F. BOYLE of Pennsylvania, Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addi- Article 1, Section 8, Clauses 1 and 18 of the Mrs. LOWEY, Mr. CONNOLLY, Mr. CUM- tion to the Committee on Energy and Com- United States Constitution MINGS, Mr. GALLEGO, Ms. ESTY of merce, for a period to be subsequently deter- By Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois: Connecticut, Ms. BLUNT ROCHESTER, mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- H.R. 5103. Mr. HOYER, and Mr. CA´ RDENAS): sideration of such provisions as fall within Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.J. Res. 129. A joint resolution providing the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. lation pursuant to the following: for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 By Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois (for Article I of the United States Constitution of title 5, United States Code, of the rule himself, Mrs. DAVIS of California, and and its subsequent amendments, and further submitted by the Federal Communications Mr. KHANNA): clarified and interpreted by the Supreme Commission relating to ‘‘Restoring Internet H. Res. 753. A resolution encouraging peo- Court of the United States. Freedom’’; to the Committee on Energy and ple in the United States to recognize March Commerce. By Mr. SCHRADER: 2, 2018, as Read Across America Day; to the H.R. 5104. By Mr. BUDD (for himself, Mr. MEAD- Committee on Education and the Workforce. OWS, Mr. WALKER, Mr. JONES, Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. ESPAILLAT: lation pursuant to the following: ROUZER, Mr. HUDSON, Mr. HUIZENGA, H. Res. 754. A resolution supporting the Mrs. HANDEL, Mr. GOHMERT, Mr. This bill is enacted pursuant to the power goals and ideals of Dominican Heritage granted to Congress under Article I, Section ADERHOLT, Mr. YOHO, Mr. COLE, Mr. Month; to the Committee on Oversight and NORMAN, Mr. BOST, Mr. DUNCAN of 8, Clause 3 of the United States Constitution. Government Reform. By Mr. YOHO: South Carolina, Mr. ROE of Ten- By Mr. AL GREEN of Texas: nessee, Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania, H.R. 5105. H. Res. 755. A resolution recognizing and Congress has the power to enact this legis- Mr. KING of Iowa, Mr. ARRINGTON, Ms. celebrating Black History Month; to the lation pursuant to the following: JENKINS of Kansas, Mr. GOSAR, Mr. Committee on Education and the Workforce. Article I, section 8 of the Constitution of SMITH of Texas, Mr. POSEY, Mr. By Mr. HUFFMAN (for himself, Mr. the United States HULTGREN, Mr. ABRAHAM, Mr. BRAT, FITZPATRICK, Ms. SPEIER, and Mr. By Mr. MEEKS: Mr. GIBBS, Mr. MESSER, Mr. DESAULNIER): H.R. 5106. MCHENRY, Mr. MARSHALL, Mr. GOOD- H. Res. 756. A resolution expressing support Congress has the power to enact this legis- LATTE, Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS, Mr. for designation of March 21, 2018, as ‘‘Na- lation pursuant to the following: BACON, Mr. JODY B. HICE of Georgia, tional Rosie the Riveter Day’’; to the Com- Article 1, Section 8, Clause 3—interstate Mr. BARR, Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas, mittee on Education and the Workforce. commerce clause Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania, Mr. By Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia (for him- By Mr. WILLIAMS: JOHNSON of Louisiana, Mr. GRIFFITH, self, Mrs. DINGELL, Ms. NORTON, Ms. H.R. 5107. Mr. BURGESS, Mr. CRAMER, Mr. JACKSON LEE, Ms. BLUNT ROCHESTER, Congress has the power to enact this legis- EMMER, Mr. MACARTHUR, Mrs. BLACK, Mr. GRIJALVA, Mr. BILIRAKIS, Mr. lation pursuant to the following: Mrs. BLACKBURN, Mr. PALAZZO, Mr. MEEKS, and Mr. ELLISON): Article I, Section 8, Clause 18: To make all PALMER, Mr. HOLDING, Mr. WEBSTER H. Res. 757. A resolution expressing support laws that shall be necessary and proper for of Florida, Mr. HUNTER, Mr. CON- for the designation of October 17 as ‘‘Na- carrying into execution the foregoing pow- AWAY, Mr. NEWHOUSE, Mrs. BROOKS of tional Vitiligo Awareness Day’’; to the Com- ers, and all powers vested by this Constitu- Indiana, Mr. GROTHMAN, and Ms. mittee on Energy and Commerce. tion in the government of the United States, FOXX): By Mr. LEWIS of Georgia (for himself, or in any department or officer thereof. H.J. Res. 130. A joint resolution honoring Mrs. DINGELL, Mr. HASTINGS, Mrs. the life of William (Billy) F. Graham, Jr; to By Mr. DOGGETT: CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York, the Committee on Oversight and Govern- H.R. 5108. Ms. CLARKE of New York, Ms. SPEIER, ment Reform. Congress has the power to enact this legis- and Ms. KUSTER of New Hampshire): lation pursuant to the following: By Mr. AL GREEN of Texas: H. Res. 758. A resolution expressing support H. Con. Res. 108. Concurrent resolution Clause 1 of Section 8 of Article I of the for designation of the month of February honoring and praising the National Associa- United States Constitution. tion for the Advancement of Colored People 2018 as ‘‘National Teen Dating Violence By Ms. KUSTER of New Hampshire: on the occasion of its 109th anniversary; to Awareness and Prevention Month’’; to the H.R. 5109. the Committee on the Judiciary. Committee on the Judiciary. Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. MAST (for himself, Mr. HAS- f lation pursuant to the following: TINGS, Mr. DUNN, Ms. WASSERMAN Article I, section 8 of the Constitution of SCHULTZ, Mr. DESANTIS, Mr. CRIST, CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY the United States. Mr. POSEY, Mr. WEBSTER of Florida, STATEMENT By Mr. PRICE of North Carolina: H.R. 5110. Mr. ROSS, Mr. SOTO, and Mr. BILI- Pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII of RAKIS): Congress has the power to enact this legis- H. Con. Res. 109. Concurrent resolution ex- the Rules of the House of Representa- lation pursuant to the following: pressing support for the CubeSat Launch Ini- tives, the following statements are sub- As described in Article 1, Section 1, ‘‘all tiative and recognizing the development of mitted regarding the specific powers legislative powers herein granted shall be

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ADDITIONAL SPONSORS tion Act (P.L. 96–88), Congress declared that Congress has the power to enact this legis- ‘‘the establishment of a Department of Edu- lation pursuant to the following: Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors cation is in the public interest, will promote Article 1, Section 8, Clauses 12, 13, 14, 16, were added to public bills and resolu- the general welfare of the United States, will and 18 of the United States Constitution tions, as follows: help ensure that education issues receive By Mr. LAWSON of Florida: H.R. 5122. H.R. 15: Ms. ROSEN. proper treatment at the Federal level, and H.R. 34: Mr. DUNCAN of South Carolina. will enable the Federal Government to co- Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 51: Mr. CLAY. ordinate its education activities more effec- H.R. 113: Mr. TAYLOR. tively.’’ The Department of Education’s mis- Article 1, Section 8: To make all Laws which shall be necessary and proper for car- H.R. 389: Mr. BERA. sion is to ‘‘promote student achievement and H.R. 392: Ms. SA´ NCHEZ. preparation for global competitiveness by rying into Execution the foregoing Powers, and all other Powers vested by this Constitu- H.R. 525: Mr. MCGOVERN. fostering educational excellence and ensur- H.R. 592: Mr. PERLMUTTER and Mr. BUDD. ing equal access.’’ tion in the Government of the United States, or in any Department or Officer thereof H.R. 754: Mr. KUSTOFF of Tennessee, Ms. By Mr. CARTWRIGHT: ROS-LEHTINEN, Mr. PERRY, and Mr. BUDD. H.R. 5111. By Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of New Mexico: H.R. 785: Mr. HUNTER. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 816: Mr. TROTT. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 5123. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 820: Mr. RATCLIFFE and Mr. LEWIS of Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 Minnesota. By Mr. MASSIE: lation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18 of the U.S. H.R. 846: Mr. DESANTIS. H.R. 5112. H.R. 878: Mr. PEARCE. Congress has the power to enact this legis- Consitution H.R. 911: Mr. COLE. lation pursuant to the following: By Ms. MCCOLLUM: H.R. 5124. H.R. 914: Mr. KHANNA and Mr. PALLONE. The Second Amendment to the U.S. Con- Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 936: Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. stitution gives Congress the authority to lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 959: Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of enact legislation that ensures access to fire- Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution Texas. arms. By Mr. MCEACHIN: H.R. 1002: Mr. WALBERG. By Ms. BARRAGA´ N: H.R. 5125. H.R. 1060: Ms. PINGREE. H.R. 5113. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1120: Ms. WILSON of Florida. Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1134: Ms. FRANKEL of Florida and Mr. lation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitu- RUIZ. Article 1, Section 1 of the U.S. Constitu- tion. H.R. 1150: Mr. ROSS. tion By Mrs. MURPHY of Florida: H.R. 1200: Mr. MOONEY of West Virginia. ‘‘All legislative powers herein granted H.R. 5126. H.R. 1227: Mr. JOYCE of Ohio. shall be vested in a Congress of the United Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1276: Mr. CONNOLLY. States, which shall consist of a Senate and lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1278: Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. House of Representatives.’’ Article 1, Section 8, Clause 14: To make H.R. 1295: Mrs. DINGELL, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. By Ms. BONAMICI: rules for the government and regulation of COFFMAN, and Mr. LANCE. H.R. 5114. the land and naval forces Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1326: Mr. CORREA. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18: The Nec- H.R. 1409: Mrs. LAWRENCE and Mr. SMITH of lation pursuant to the following: essary and Proper Clause Article 1, Section 8 New Jersey. By Mrs. NAPOLITANO: H.R. 1434: Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. By Mr. CARSON of Indiana: H.R. 5127. H.R. 5115. H.R. 1444: Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1456: Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1458: Mr. MICHAEL F. DOYLE of Penn- Article I, Section 8, Clause 1, Clause 3, and sylvania. Clause 1 of section 8 of Article I of the Con- Clause 18 of the Constitution. H.R. 1472: Mr. YARMUTH. stitution. By Mr. O’HALLERAN: H.R. 1478: Mr. MAST and Mr. PETERS. By Mr. CONAWAY: H.R. 5128. H.R. 1515: Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN. H.R. 5116. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1552: Mrs. ROBY. Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1612: Ms. GABBARD. lation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 H.R. 1683: Mr. KINZINGER and Mr. CARSON of Article 1 Section 8 By Mr. SMITH of New Jersey: Indiana. By Mr. CRIST: H.R. 5129. H.R. 5117. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1784: Mr. CROWLEY. Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1802: Mr. PETERSON. lation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 H.R. 1813: Mr. BABIN. The constitutional authority of Congress By Ms. TENNEY: H.R. 1836: Mr. DOGGETT. to enact this legislation is provided by Arti- H.R. 5130. H.R. 1903: Mr. MICHAEL F. DOYLE of Penn- cle I, Section 8 of the United States Con- Congress has the power to enact this legis- sylvania, Ms. SLAUGHTER, Mr. GARAMENDI, stitution. lation pursuant to the following: and Mr. NORCROSS. By Mr. CROWLEY: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18: The Con- H.R. 1928: Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of H.R. 5118. gress shall have power . . . To make all Laws Texas and Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Congress has the power to enact this legis- which shall be necessary and proper for car- H.R. 1953: Mr. PAYNE. lation pursuant to the following: rying into Execution the foregoing Powers, H.R. 1957: Ms. BASS and Mrs. WATSON COLE- Clause 1 Section 8 of Article 1: and all other Powers vested by this Constitu- MAN. The Congress shall have the power to lay tion in the Government of the United States, H.R. 2005: Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of and collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts, and Ex- or in any Department or Officer thereof. New York. cises, to pay the Debts, and provide for the By Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN: H.R. 2012: Mr. KHANNA. common Defence and general Welfare of the H.R. 5131. H.R. 2050: Mr. LYNCH. United States; but all Duties, Imposts and Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 2150: Ms. ADAMS, Mr. GONZALEZ of Excises shall be uniform throughout the lation pursuant to the following: Texas, Mr. GIBBS, Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRIS- United States. Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 HAM of New Mexico, Mr. EMMER, and Mr. By Mr. FOSTER: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 GUTIE´ RREZ. H.R. 5119. By Mr. MICHAEL F. DOYLE of Penn- H.R. 2174: Mr. MEADOWS and Mr. NORMAN. Congress has the power to enact this legis- sylvania: H.R. 2278: Ms. DEGETTE. lation pursuant to the following: H.J. Res. 129. H.R. 2285: Ms. LOFGREN. This bill is enacted pursuant to the power Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 2345: Mr. GALLEGO. granted to Congress under Article I, Section lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 2380: Mr. COHEN. 8, Clauses 1 and 18 of the United States Con- Article I, Section 8—‘‘necessary and prop- H.R. 2428: Mr. KRISHNAMOORTHI. stitution. er’’ clause. H.R. 2452: Mr. YARMUTH and Mr. BACON.

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H.R. 2553: Mr. ROUZER, Mr. POSEY, Mr. H.R. 3767: Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. H.R. 4766: Ms. SLAUGHTER. HUIZENGA, Mr. MARINO, Mr. PEARCE, and Mr. H.R. 3889: Mr. POE of Texas. H.R. 4770: Mr. TROTT and Mr. THOMAS J. ROSS. H.R. 3918: Mr. MEEHAN and Mr. BARLETTA. ROONEY of Florida. H.R. 2561: Mr. BISHOP of Michigan and Mr. H.R. 3938: Mr. CAPUANO. H.R. 4775: Mr. SABLAN and Ms. LOFGREN. NORMAN. H.R. 3975: Mr. POLIS. H.R. 4811: Mr. COLE, Mr. MAST, Mr. H.R. 2598: Mr. SIRES, Mr. FITZPATRICK, Mr. H.R. 3999: Mr. MAST and Ms. DEGETTE. FITZPATRICK, Mr. CURBELO of Florida, Mr. FOSTER, Mr. CUMMINGS, Mr. CRIST, Mr. H.R. 4022: Mr. GALLEGO, Mr. LARSEN of JOYCE of Ohio, and Ms. STEFANIK. PETERS, Ms. MCCOLLUM, Ms. BASS, Mr. Washington, Mrs. LOVE, and Ms. SPEIER. H.R. 4827: Ms. LOFGREN and Mr. NORCROSS. UIZ ORCROSS QUIGLEY, Mr. CONNOLLY, Ms. PINGREE, Mr. H.R. 4057: Mr. R and Mr. N . H.R. 4829: Ms. STEFANIK and Mr. KHANNA. H.R. 4097: Mr. LEVIN. DEFAZIO, Mr. BERA, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. H.R. 4830: Mr. BARR. H.R. 4099: Mr. CAPUANO, Ms. TENNEY, Mr. COURTNEY, Mr. DEUTCH, Mr. TAKANO, Mr. H.R. 4831: Mr. BLUM and Mr. FASO. KENNEDY, Mr. POCAN, and Mr. WALBERG. SCHNEIDER, Ms. CLARK of Massachusetts, Ms. H.R. 4846: Ms. NORTON. JAYAPAL, Mr. RYAN of Ohio, Mr. MCGOVERN, H.R. 4107: Mrs. DINGELL and Ms. MCCOL- H.R. 4859: Ms. LOFGREN. Ms. TSONGAS, and Mr. KIHUEN. LUM. H.R. 4881: Mr. BLUM. H.R. 2599: Mr. PAULSEN. H.R. 4177: Mr. WEBSTER of Florida. H.R. 4904: Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. H.R. 2640: Mr. O’ROURKE, Mr. CICILLINE, and H.R. 4180: Mr. RASKIN. H.R. 4912: Mr. DEFAZIO. Miss RICE of New York. H.R. 4198: Mr. HASTINGS. H.R. 4916: Mr. CARTER of Georgia. H.R. 2652: Mr. PETERS. H.R. 4202: Ms. BASS and Mr. FASO. H.R. 2723: Mr. DUNCAN of Tennessee. H.R. 4222: Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN. H.R. 4922: Mr. CARSON of Indiana. H.R. 2784: Mr. COHEN. H.R. 4229: Mr. POCAN and Mr. THOMPSON of H.R. 4942: Mr. BISHOP of Michigan. H.R. 2827: Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN. Mississippi. H.R. 4949: Ms. PLASKETT. H.R. 2841: Mr. COHEN and Ms. JACKSON LEE. H.R. 4234: Mr. POLIS. H.R. 4957: Ms. KUSTER of New Hampshire. H.R. 2851: Mr. UPTON. H.R. 4240: Mr. LANCE, Mr. CRIST, Mr. CLY- H.R. 4973: Mr. DAVIDSON. H.R. 2895: Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN. BURN, Mr. NORCROSS, Ms. LEE, Ms. BLUNT H.R. 5001: Mr. YARMUTH and Mrs. WATSON H.R. 2902: Mr. HASTINGS and Mr. KENNEDY. ROCHESTER, Mrs. BEATTY, Ms. MAXINE COLEMAN. H.R. 2913: Mr. RICHMOND, Mr. MAST, and WATERS of California, Ms. BASS, Mr. H.R. 5006: Mr. MOONEY of West Virginia. Mr. SUOZZI. ESPAILLAT, Ms. JUDY CHU of California, Ms. H.R. 5012: Mr. TAYLOR. ´ H.R. 2952: Mr. CAPUANO. SANCHEZ, Ms. GABBARD, Mr. MAST, Mr. SOTO, H.R. 5022: Mr. POLIS. H.R. 2987: Ms. ESTY of Connecticut. Mr. DONOVAN, Mr. KIHUEN, Mrs. WATSON H.R. 5041: Ms. STEFANIK. H.R. 3144: Mr. GIANFORTE. COLEMAN, Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania, Ms. H.R. 5071: Mr. LOEBSACK. H.R. 3174: Mr. RASKIN. WILSON of Florida, Mr. VEASEY, Mr. LAWSON H.R. 5074: Mr. KATKO and Mr. HIGGINS of H.R. 3222: Mr. KIHUEN. of Florida, Mr. GOMEZ, Mr. O’HALLERAN, Mr. Louisiana. H.R. 3249: Mr. MACARTHUR. CORREA, Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi, Ms. H.R. 5087: Mr. GOTTHEIMER, Mr. COOPER, H.R. 3252: Ms. LOFGREN. MENG, Mr. GONZALEZ of Texas, Ms. and Mrs. DINGELL. H.R. 3301: Mr. ROSS, Mr. TROTT, and Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ, Mr. EVANS, Mr. AL GREEN of H.R. 5090: Ms. TSONGAS, Mr. DESAULNIER, FRANKEL of Florida. Texas, and Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. and Mr. DENT. H.R. 3349: Mr. FITZPATRICK. H.R. 4275: Ms. STEFANIK. H.J. Res. 1: Mr. LATTA. H.R. 3378: Ms. ESHOO. H.R. 4327: Mrs. HANDEL, Mr. ALLEN, and Mr. H.J. Res. 2: Mr. LATTA. H.R. 3464: Ms. SA´ NCHEZ, Mr. VISCLOSKY, Ms. HUNTER. H.J. Res. 122: Mr. FLEISCHMANN, Mr. SCHAKOWSKY, Ms. HANABUSA, Mr. COURTNEY, H.R. 4342: Mr. SIRES and Mr. COHEN. LAMALFA, Mr. HARPER, Mr. GOWDY, Mr. HOL- Mr. LARSON of Connecticut, Mr. PERL- H.R. 4343: Mr. COHEN. LINGSWORTH, and Mr. ROUZER. MUTTER, Mr. KEATING, Mrs. DEMINGS, Ms. H.R. 4344: Mr. COHEN. H. Con. Res. 49: Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN. BLUNT ROCHESTER, Mr. SERRANO, Mr. PAS- H.R. 4345: Ms. CASTOR of Florida, Mr. ACKSON EE CRELL, and Miss RICE of New York. YOUNG of Iowa, and Mr. GAETZ. H. Con. Res. 66: Ms. J L . H.R. 3520: Ms. BASS. H.R. 4392: Mr. PERLMUTTER. H. Con. Res. 105: Mr. HUNTER. H.R. 3574: Mr. GRIJALVA and Mr. H.R. 4445: Mr. PETERSON. H. Res. 157: Mrs. COMSTOCK. DESAULNIER. H.R. 4471: Mr. MACARTHUR. H. Res. 188: Mr. PETERSON. H.R. 3586: Mr. ROKITA and Mr. HUNTER. H.R. 4490: Ms. LOFGREN. H. Res. 274: Mr. KHANNA, Mr. RODNEY DAVIS H.R. 3592: Mr. BUTTERFIELD. H.R. 4548: Mr. BROWN of Maryland and Mr. of Illinois, Mr. PANETTA, Mr. MESSER, Mr. H.R. 3605: Mr. KHANNA. YARMUTH. GROTHMAN, and Mr. CAPUANO. H.R. 3642: Mr. CAPUANO, Mr. VALADAO, and H.R. 4575: Mr. ROE of Tennessee, Mr. DAVID H. Res. 621: Mr. DESAULNIER and Mr. CAPU- Mr. POSEY. SCOTT of Georgia, Mr. AMODEI, and Mr. BARR. ANO. H.R. 3654: Mr. TONKO and Ms. EDDIE BER- H.R. 4635: Mr. RUTHERFORD. H. Res. 673: Mr. GROTHMAN. NICE JOHNSON of Texas. H.R. 4673: Mr. SMITH of Washington and Mr. H. Res. 730: Mr. PERLMUTTER. H.R. 3671: Mr. JEFFRIES and Ms. MAXINE VALADAO. H. Res. 738: Mr. GOMEZ. WATERS of California. H.R. 4677: Mr. ESPAILLAT. H. Res. 746: Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN, Mr. H.R. 3692: Ms. CLARKE of New York. H.R. 4706: Mr. CICILLINE. CARSON of Indiana, Ms. LOFGREN, Mr. PAL- H.R. 3709: Mr. CARBAJAL. H.R. 4747: Mr. POSEY, Mr. FASO, Mr. GAETZ, LONE, Mr. DAVID SCOTT of Georgia, and Ms. H.R. 3751: Mr. GALLAGHER. and Mr. RATCLIFFE. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas.

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Vol. 164 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018 No. 35 Senate The Senate met at 10 a.m. and was without fear, worshiping as we choose, RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME called to order by the Honorable BEN and continuing to bask in that greater The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- SASSE, a Senator from the State of Ne- love which You shed and allow us to pore. Under the previous order, the braska. live within. leadership time is reserved. f Teach us now and forever to cele- brate our differences. Unify us to pre- f PRAYER serve and admire those differences CONCLUSION OF MORNING The PRESIDING OFFICER. Today’s among us—all of us—with respect and BUSINESS opening prayer will be offered by Rabbi dignity for all the inhabitants of this The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- Seth H. Frisch, senior rabbi of Historic Nation. Congregation Kesher Israel, from Lord, we ask You to bestow Your pore. Morning business is closed. Philadelphia, PA. blessings today upon this assembly and f The guest Chaplain offered the fol- upon the Nation which it serves. Bless EXECUTIVE SESSION lowing prayer: all the inhabitants of this land with Dearest God, we look to You today, both prosperity and lasting joy, love, You who remembers all that we have and freedom. EXECUTIVE CALENDAR forgotten and You who is the eternal Yevarechecha Adonai, source of blessing. V’Yishmerecha. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- We stand before You on the eve of the May God bless you and keep you. pore. Under the previous order, the Biblical Festival of Purim, a joyous May God bless the United States of Senate will proceed to executive ses- time in which we read from the ancient America, and may God bless us all. sion to resume consideration of the fol- and sacred scroll of the Book of Esther. Amen. lowing nomination, which the clerk will report. It is in the scroll we read at first of a f The senior assistant legislative clerk certain darkness, a darkness which PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE would come to envelope the entire na- read the nomination of Elizabeth L. The Presiding Officer led the Pledge tion over which Esther would soon Branch, of Georgia, to be United States of Allegiance, as follows: reign as Queen. Circuit Judge for the Eleventh Circuit. It was Queen Esther who became I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the RECOGNITION OF THE MINORITY LEADER United States of America, and to the Repub- frightened when the plan revealing a The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- lic for which it stands, one nation under God, pore. The Democratic leader is recog- plot to erase the sacred remnants of indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. nized. her people, along with the fundamental f teachings of her faith, came to light; GUN SAFETY and yet it was Esther, who, when con- APPOINTMENT OF ACTING Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, after fronted by the impending darkness, PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE Columbine, Sandy Hook, Charleston, was able to bring the plot to an end, al- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Orlando, Las Vegas, and too many lowing her people to emerge from the clerk will please read a communication more to name, the Nation convulsed, shadow of darkness—of this horror— to the Senate from the President pro and we talked about reforming our gun and live freely, without fear, cele- tempore (Mr. HATCH). safety laws to prevent more names and brating life itself in the light of their The senior assistant legislative clerk places from being added to the list. newfound freedom. read the following letter: Each time, we talked, but the Senate, And now, standing here today, before U.S. SENATE, the House—this government—did noth- You, on the eve of this festival, we, PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE, ing. too, ask that You remember us for life, Washington, DC, February 27, 2018. Now, in the wake of the tragic shoot- instilling within us a greater love of To the Senate: ing at Stoneman Douglas High School freedom, seeking both peace and pros- Under the provisions of rule I, paragraph 3, that took the lives of another 17 Amer- of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I hereby perity for all the inhabitants of this appoint the Honorable BEN SASSE, a Senator icans, we must try again to pass mean- great Nation. from the State of Nebraska, to perform the ingful changes to our laws to keep our And yet, Dear Lord, we would be re- duties of the Chair. children safe. That is our duty, and miss if we were not to remember those ORRIN G. HATCH, there are many things we could and who have sacrificed much, suffered, and President pro tempore. should pursue. paid dearly with their lives, allowing Mr. SASSE thereupon assumed the Yesterday, I suggested that com- all of us—to this day—a life of freedom Chair as Acting President pro tempore. prehensive background checks would

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When I wrote the Brady Law back ducing our legislation to reverse the trict should be able to find all the in- in 1993, gun shows were not popular, FCC’s repeal of net neutrality. It has formation he needs online; that every and we didn’t have internet sales to the support of every single Democrat American should be able to afford eas- worry about at the time because there and one Senate Republican, Senator ily accessible internet. If we start gra- was no internet. These loopholes grew COLLINS from the State of Maine. dating the internet, it could dramati- and grew and grew over time. Now, it is I say to all my Republican col- cally hurt our economy and hurt equal- hard to know the exact number be- leagues: This CRA is the best way to ity in America—something we are all cause we don’t record the number of undo the terrible decision to repeal net striving for. guns that are sold at gun shows or on- neutrality. It is an important debate. Right now, unfortunately, only one line, but about one-fifth of all gun sales At stake are two opposing visions of Republican has signed up for the fair, happen without there being back- the future of the internet. open vision of an internet that we need ground checks. For its entire history, the internet and want to keep. All we need is one It is likely that criminals and others has been free and open, accessible to all more. On this net neutrality day of ac- who are up to no good have a higher Americans. It has been a true public tion, I urge all Americans to contact percentage because they do not want to good, just as our highways have. their Senators and demand they sign be detected and go through background Whether you are on Main Street or up with us to save the internet. checks. It is outrageous that so many Wall Street, you have the same inter- REPUBLICAN TAX BILL guns are sold with there being no back- net. Whether you are a consumer or big Mr. President, finally, a word on the ground checks whatsoever—whether corporation, you have the same inter- Republican tax bill. When President you are a felon, one who is adjudicated net. Whether you are a teacher in a Trump and congressional Republicans mentally ill, or a spousal abuser. It is wealthy school or an underresourced were trying to sell their tax bill, all we outrageous. We should close those loop- school, you have the same internet. heard about was how it is going to be a holes and close them now. We should Equality of access has driven innova- boon to workers, stimulate invest- have comprehensive background tion and entrepreneurship and so much ments in new factories, raise wages, checks, not just a little something here of what we value in the American spir- and create jobs. It is a few months and a little something there. Com- it and the American economy. It is the after the tax bill, and the promises prehensive background checks are sup- American way. have not been backed up by the evi- ported overwhelmingly by the Amer- Net neutrality rules were put in dence. ican people. place to ensure that the internet re- Now the evidence is flowing in that Later this morning, just in about 15, mains that way—open and equal access corporations are spending the lion’s 20 minutes, I will be meeting with sev- to all, no matter who you are, how share of the benefits they reap on the eral of the students—the brave, coura- much money you have, how much tax bill not on workers but on goosing geous students—from Stoneman Doug- power you have. But the repeal by the their own stock. las High School. I want to hear what Republican-led FCC has opened us to they have to say. These brave students, an entirely new universe where inter- A headline from Monday’s New York whether at the Florida statehouse or net service providers—the big boys— Times states ‘‘Trump’s Tax Cuts in on national television, have spoken out will have the authority to sell quality Hand, Companies Spend More on Them- with passion, with eloquence, with internet to the highest bidder. That selves Than on Wages.’’ The article grace. I believe they are changing the means they could restrict customers’ goes on to document how the Repub- way our country thinks about this access to their favorite websites by lican tax bill has unleashed a wave of issue. I hope—I pray—they compel us forcing them to buy internet packages share buybacks and stock repurchasing to do something significant because we or pay more for premium services. programs, things which help out rich cannot settle for half measures, not Big companies could pay to get faster executives and shareholders but don’t after what happened in Florida, not internet service, while startups and accomplish much for everyday Amer- after so many tragedies. small businesses and average Ameri- ican workers. If you are a CEO of a The fix NICS bill is an idea that has cans are left in the slow lane. company, you are judged by whether wide support in this Chamber, but it is Everything from Netflix, to Amazon your stock is going up. The quickest tiny. It is a grant program that ad- Prime, to Spotify, streaming tele- hit on that is to buy back your shares, dresses one specific issue. Now, we have vision, sports, and movies could be reduce the number. It doesn’t help your a whole host of issues to address, not slower if you don’t pay up. workers, it doesn’t help American pro- just one. Fix NICS was aimed by the Public schools that don’t pay for pre- ductivity, but it helps your bottom Senator from Texas at a particular mium service could be put at a signifi- line, Mr. CEO. tragedy in Texas by which a member of cant disadvantage. That is so wrong, that we passed a the Air Force had a record that would Startups that are looking to get huge tax bill and put ourselves in deep have disqualified him from getting a their businesses off the ground but debt so that much of the money can go gun, but the Air Force failed to send aren’t large enough to negotiate faster to corporate executives—not improving the statement to NICS. It is a good internet delivery with ISPs might the actual performance of their compa- thing to make sure that doesn’t hap- never take off. Our startups in New nies but just raising the value of their pen, but we should not be aiming our York are scared to death of the elimi- stock by buybacks. That is so wrong. gun legislation simply at one past trag- nation of net neutrality, and they have The article in the New York Times edy. We must look to the future and created hundreds of thousands of jobs documents how the Republican tax bill what will prevent future tragedies. in my city and millions throughout the has unleashed this wave of share Comprehensive background checks country. buybacks and stock repurchasing pro- will; the Fix NICS bill will not. The internet without net neutrality grams, which, as I said, helps out rich So let’s not set our sights too narrow is a tale of two internets, where the executives and shareholders but and squander this moment. Let’s try best internet goes to the highest bidder doesn’t accomplish much for everyday for significant, bipartisan legislation and everyone else loses. workers. that will make a real difference in We have an opportunity to save the Rather than investing in new equip- keeping our children safe. Even as our internet with our CRA, which would re- ment and research, raising wages, pro- caucus discusses what legislation is institute net neutrality rules that keep viding better benefits, and raising pro- best—and in our leadership meeting, the internet just the way it is now. ductivity, which we are so short of here

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:51 Feb 27, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.001 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1225 in America right now, corporate Amer- grandfather to think that my little nothing when Americans get shot ica is using the Trump tax cut to give first grader, this beautiful little girl, every day in their homes, their neigh- itself a raise. was worried about the moment when borhoods, their churches, nightclubs, At Morgan Stanley—hardly a left- somebody would walk in her classroom concerts, and schools. They are fed up wing company—the analysts surveyed and wantonly try to kill the students with politicians in Washington who ig- a bunch of companies, and the compa- and teachers who are there. nore the overwhelming majority of nies surveyed said that they would pass I cannot believe that any sane person Americans who want commonsense gun only 13 percent of the Trump tax cut believes that the Second Amendment safety and listen instead to paranoid, savings on to workers, compared to the to the Constitution—the right to bear bullying gun sales lobbyists. 43 percent that go to share buybacks. arms—envisioned that possibility. I am Remember, the National Rifle Asso- For manufacturers—we all care about sure it didn’t. I am sure our Founding ciation and its allies oppose virtually manufacturing—it is even worse. They Fathers—and we can debate for the anything that hurts gun sales. They expect 9 percent to go to workers and rest of the day what their words actu- fight against proposals that might re- 47 percent to go to share buybacks. ally meant—never envisioned that an duce gun sales, and they try to roll Republicans made a conscious deci- American citizen’s right to bear arms back laws on the books that limit sion to give corporations and the could somehow translate into violence them. That is their agenda. But it is wealthiest Americans the lion’s share against so many innocent people, as it not America’s agenda. Corporate Amer- of the tax cuts and promised it would has over and over again. ica is starting to walk away from the trickle down to everybody else. Unfor- Last week, I was in Chicago. I was NRA. It is no longer a source of pride tunately, trickle-down never works. joined at a press conference by gun that they are doing business with the Corporate America is doing what is safety advocates at the Martin Luther National Rifle Association—just the best for corporate America, and work- King Jr. Community Center on the opposite. We are seeing company after ing America is getting left behind. South Side. We stood together, victims company end relationships with the I yield the floor. of gun violence and I, at a press con- NRA because of its increasingly un- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- ference. With me were advocates from hinged and hysterical rhetoric on the pore. The assistant Democratic leader. Hadiya’s Promise and the Illinois issue of gun safety. Corporate Amer- GUN SAFETY Council Against Handgun Violence, ica—some of the biggest corporations Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, a few who have been working together for in our Nation—realize that the NRA no years ago, an author named Malcolm years to combat the scourge gun vio- longer speaks for responsible gun own- Gladwell wrote a book titled ‘‘The Tip- lence in Illinois. I also stood with Pat- ers. When will Congress realize this? ping Point.’’ He spelled out that in the rick Korellis, who was wounded on Feb- We know we need to act to keep our course of history, when something oc- ruary 14 10 years ago at a mass school children safe. There is no single reform curs that changes people’s thinking shooting at Northern Illinois Univer- that can stop every shooting, but we and actions, it is a precipitous moment sity in DeKalb, IL. know there are gaps in our gun laws where what has been done for so long A new voice came to join us, a grad- that make it easy for criminals, abus- stops, is reevaluated, and a different uate from Marjory Stoneman Douglas ers, troubled children, and mentally course is followed. The clear question High School in Parkland, FL, named unstable people to get guns, even mili- we have in America today is whether Francyn Brown. She graduated from tary assault weapons with bump stocks we have reached a tipping point when Stoneman Douglas in 2009. She is cur- and high-capacity magazines. it comes to gun violence. rently a law student at the Chicago- We need to close these gaps, and that It has only been 13 days since the Kent College of Law. She is one of doz- requires the Republicans who control tragedy in Parkland, FL. Look at what ens of Stoneman Douglas graduates in Congress to stand up to the NRA and has happened since. Of course there is the Chicago area—which include, inci- do something that the NRA might not outrage, sadness, and mourning for the dentally, the first baseman for the Chi- like. For starters, my Republican col- families who lost these wonderful stu- cago Cubs, Anthony Rizzo—and hun- leagues could take up legislation that dents, teachers, and administrators, dreds, if not thousands, nationwide the leader of their party, President but beyond that, these high school stu- who joined together in the aftermath Trump, proposed last Thursday. Here is dents—17, 18 years old, some even of the February 14 mass shooting that one of the President’s infamous tweets: younger—have become a national killed 14 Stoneman Douglas students I will be strongly pushing Comprehensive voice, a powerful voice on the issue of and 3 staff. These young men and Background Checks with an emphasis on gun safety in schools. women have come together to speak up Mental Health. Raise age to 21 and end sale I often wondered when this moment and urge their lawmakers to do some- of Bump Stocks! Congress is in a mood to fi- might occur or whether it would occur. thing about the Nation’s epidemic of nally do something on this issue—I hope! There has been such a long litany and gun violence. The message is starting And I hope as well. string of mass shootings and mas- to resonate. There are proposals that Americans sacres. It is sad to say that there was When Francyn Brown was speaking broadly support. Let’s do something. Of a numbness setting in. When terrible last Wednesday, students at schools course, the NRA is opposed to most of things occurred in places like Las across the Chicagoland area were walk- these. We expected that. These pro- Vegas, Texas, and other States, you ing out of class in solidarity with posals might have some negative im- wondered, is that the event? Will the Stoneman Douglas students. They are pact on gun sales, but is the gun sales killing of those innocent children in all calling for commonsense gun re- lobby now in charge of writing bills for Sandy Hook Elementary School in form. These students don’t have time the Senate and the House? Deferring to Connecticut be the tipping point? Will or patience for political games in the NRA is the reason we have reached America finally say ‘‘enough’’? It ap- Washington or Springfield. They have this moment in history. pears that on this day, 13 days after the seen their friends, kids just like them- Remember, the Senate has held one tragedy in Florida, we are near or at a selves, get shot in their classrooms and gun vote since President Trump came tipping point when it comes to gun neighborhoods. They have had enough. to office, and it was a vote to prevent safety. Francyn Brown said: mental health records from the Social Some of it is very personal. Two It’s not supposed to matter what side of Security Administration from going weeks ago, after this occurred, my 6- the aisle a politician sits. We are supposed to into the FBI’s gun background check year-old granddaughter said to her all protect the future of our children. system. That is the only vote since the mother that she had been warned in I couldn’t agree more. Trump administration took office. It is her first grade classroom that if a These students and young people the only thing we have done here—roll shooter should turn up at school firing across the country are changing the de- back a law on the books on mental a gun, first, she should stay away from bate about gun violence. They are health and background checks. That the windows, and second, she should lie making it clear how absurd it is for was a giveaway to the gun lobby, which down on the floor. I can’t tell you what lawmakers in this Chamber, across the claims to support enforcing the laws on a profound impact that had on me as a rotunda, or in State capitals to do the books but actually tries to roll

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:51 Feb 27, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.004 S27FEPT1 S1226 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 back those laws if it means helping to children at Stoneman Douglas High able to protect every citizen against lift their sales. School. First and foremost, why didn’t terrible tragedies like this, but there Let’s show the students at Stoneman Federal and local law enforcement fol- are things we can do that will make Douglas and across the country that we low up on threats and warnings? This things better and that will be effective hear them. I hope we show that reduc- young man, the shooter who took the in changing the outcome and, I believe, ing gun violence is a priority. lives of 17 people, telegraphed in very in saving lives. I call on my Republican colleagues to clear, unmistakable language what he Real solutions require us to look at join the Democrats in a bipartisan ef- intended to do, but the very people why the FBI and local law enforcement fort to treat the issue of gun safety whom we trust and entrust with public failed to respond to multiple warnings. with the sense of urgency that the safety at the Federal and State levels I asked one police officer about this, American people believe is necessary. did not respond. and he said: Well, in America we can’t If Republicans gave a fraction of the ef- We know that the alleged shooter arrest somebody for precrimes. In fort to gun safety that they have to was expelled from school for discipli- other words, we can’t arrest somebody other issues, we could get this done— nary reasons. We know that deputies in for an offense that they haven’t com- and done quickly. There are plenty of Broward County received at least 18 mitted yet. It is perhaps a flaw that is reforms we could pass that are com- calls warning them over the course of exposed in our system when, unfortu- pletely consistent with the Second several years—18 calls. We know about nately, we can’t anticipate who might Amendment and would save lives. Even the disturbing YouTube posts, where commit these terrible offenses and stop President Trump, for the time being, the shooter basically said what he in- them before they commit the act. That has said that he supports them. tend to do and did, in fact, do later. We is a feature of our law enforcement sys- So let’s get started. Not on a give- know that the FBI received many dis- tem, but this isn’t just another job for away to the gun lobby—let’s work on turbing tips from citizens about the law enforcement. There are a lot more closing loopholes. Let’s have universal imminent danger posed by the shooter. people who could contribute to a solu- background checks. Over 90 percent of Another question is whether mental tion here and prevent these incidents the American people believe we should health officials could have done more. from happening beyond law enforce- keep guns out of the hands of convicted We know that this young man had a ment, who are, by our very Constitu- felons and mentally unstable people. I long history of violent outbursts. We tion, structured to investigate and also believe that those who are subject are told that in 2016 he reportedly at- prosecute crimes that have already oc- to protective orders for domestic vio- tempted suicide by drinking gasoline. curred, not to stop them in the first lence should be disqualified from buy- He had been accused of verbal slurs place. I think a fair question to ask is, ing a gun. I would say that those who against racial and religious minorities. What is the role of social media in pre- are on the terrorist watch list, whom We know that Florida has a State venting mass violence? When you have we do not allow to fly on airplanes be- law, as some have advocated at the people basically telling us what they cause of fear that they could do harm Federal level, that permits forced hos- are getting ready to do and posting to others, shouldn’t be allowed to buy pitalization of people in mental health those on social media and nothing guns in the United States. I want to crises, but it seems that in this par- seems to happen as a consequence, it add a provision that straw purchasers— ticular case, mental health workers strikes me that something is terribly the girlfriends with no criminal record concluded that this individual was sta- wrong there. What is the responsibility who buy the weapons to give to the ble at the time they examined him. of these platforms? Well, we know that boyfriends with a long criminal Why and how was that determination Congress has said, for example, that record—ought to have the book thrown made, and why does that stand in such you have a responsibility to police at them. Let’s get to work. stark contrast to the picture that we your platform for things like child por- I want to thank the victims and ad- have been able to draw as a result of all nography. In other words, they can’t be vocates who have worked for many the information that we received since totally oblivious to the things that are years to help reduce the epidemic of this terrible shooting? If law enforce- being posted on these social media gun violence. I want them to know we ment, public health workers, and platforms. They have a responsibility stand with them, and I hope we can all school officials were communicating to intervene in some cases, and maybe stand with them on a bipartisan basis. and coordinating effectively, would it ought to be in more cases. I yield the floor. they have made the same decisions in What options currently exist to re- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- this case? Could they have made a dif- porting disturbing content online? I be- pore. The majority whip. ference in the outcome? Well, I think lieve in the YouTube video case, it was FIX NICS BILL we need the answers to those ques- someone who actually saw it, was dis- Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I heard tions. turbed by it, and then reported it to the remarks of my colleague from Illi- There are two other questions we the FBI. It was not even YouTube itself nois, and I, too, hope that we can get need to answer as well. One is why and that identified it. Of course, they past the rhetoric and the talking how did the shooter have access to fire- would be in the best position to iden- points of the past and actually do arms in the first place? Another is why tify it immediately. It was some third something meaningful when it comes didn’t the school’s armed resource offi- party who happened to see it, was dis- to public safety and address the ter- cer intervene once the shooting began? turbed by it, and contacted the FBI. rible tragedies like the one that oc- All of us are angry at the fact that Tragically, it was never followed up on. curred at Stoneman Douglas High this shooting happened, but that How often are these popular platforms School in Florida just 2 weeks ago. But shouldn’t tempt us into easy solutions reporting to police or Federal authori- we are not going to do it by trotting that at the end of the day wouldn’t ties when people actually threaten to out our laundry lists of requests and make any difference in the outcome commit acts of violence? If there are saying that it has to be all of this or and wouldn’t do any good. That is what holes in the reporting protocol, we nothing because when you say here in we tend to get here in Congress when should close them. Washington—and particularly in Con- we have hard issues like this—easy so- That is why I think this is a systemic gress—‘‘I want everything on my list or lution talking points that lead to no ef- failure. When you look at mental I want nothing,’’ one thing is for sure. fective action. We can’t let that happen health providers, when you look at law You will end up with nothing, and that here. As one columnist put it last enforcement officials, when you look simply is an unacceptable outcome, week, we can’t fall victim to ‘‘the poli- at the schools, when you look at the particularly when it comes to the pub- tics of false hope.’’ social media platforms, when you look lic safety crisis manifested here most The most frequent refrain I hear in at all of this together, I think it begins recently at Stoneman Douglas High Washington after some tragedy like to give us some ideas about things we School in Florida. this occurs is ‘‘We need to do some- can do that may end up saving lives, We know that there were many, thing.’’ Well, we need to do something and we should do them. many failures; you might even call this effective, something that would change Members are discussing many ideas, a systemic failure when it comes to the the likely outcome. We may not be which always happens after a tragedy

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:51 Feb 27, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.005 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1227 like this, and I am open to a conversa- that would help stem the tide of gun Our colleagues on the Judiciary Com- tion with anyone who shares my desire violence perpetrated by dangerous mittee reported her nomination favor- to take effective action to prevent an- criminals. Well, this is their chance. ably by an overwhelming vote. Con- other one of these tragedies. There is This is our chance. It is our chance to firming this worthy nominee will be a one proposal that has already been in- show the Nation that we refuse to ac- further credit to the outstanding work troduced that has won bipartisan sup- cept shootings in schools and churches of Chairman GRASSLEY and the mem- port and has brought together advo- as the new normal, and we can do that. bers of the committee. cates from all sides. It is really a We can start doing that by passing Fix I encourage all my colleagues to join unique piece of legislation because NICS this week. me in voting to confirm Elizabeth there are not many times that I can Senator SCHUMER, the minority lead- Branch today. Let’s continue to fulfill think of where people who are strong er, said yesterday that he wants to our constitutional responsibility and Second Amendment advocates and peo- wait, even though he is a cosponsor of confirm the President’s outstanding ju- ple who believe there ought to be more the Fix NICS bill. He is a cosponsor of dicial nominees. controls imposed on guns can come to- the bill, but he says that he wants to I suggest the absence of a quorum. gether to find consensus, to find com- wait. He wants to wait and debate The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- mon ground, but we have on a bill other ideas he knows are controversial pore. The clerk will call the roll. called the Fix NICS Act, which I intro- and can’t pass. Of course, that is his The senior assistant legislative clerk duced to strengthen the background right as a Senator, but as I said earlier, proceeded to call the roll. check system. if our attitude is ‘‘I want everything on Mr. YOUNG. Mr. President, I ask It may take a long time to answer all my list or nothing,’’ we are going to unanimous consent that the order for the questions raised by the tragedy in end up with nothing. the quorum call be rescinded. Parkland, but one step we can take I, for one, am not willing to go home The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- right now is to pass the Fix NICS bill. and look my constituents in the face pore. Without objection, it is so or- This bill has the unique quality of and say that we had an opportunity to dered. causing the junior Senator from Con- pass legislation, the Fix NICS bill, f necticut and me to cointroduce this which will save lives in the future and bill. We couldn’t be more ideologically will make sure that existing laws are EXECUTIVE CALENDAR enforced. I will not be able to go home different. He is a Democrat and I am a Mr. YOUNG. Mr. President, I ask Republican, but we have come together and tell them, in good faith, that we have done everything we can in our unanimous consent that the Senate on a bill that does enjoy broad bipar- proceed to the consideration of the fol- tisan support and that, I believe, will power to help save lives. We can do that by passing bipartisan legislation lowing nomination: Executive Calendar save lives. No. 387. This bill was introduced in the wake that could pass today if it were put on the floor and voted on by a super- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- of the shooting last fall in the small pore. Without objection, it is so or- community near San Antonio called majority of the Senate. I implore our Democratic colleagues dered. Sutherland Springs, TX. As we will re- to change course. Let’s do the art of The clerk will report the nomination. call, a deranged gunman with a crimi- the possible. That is what politics is, The senior assistant legislative clerk nal record and a history of violence and the art of the possible. Let’s do what read the nomination of William mental illness opened fire during a we can immediately to pass Fix NICS Northey, of Iowa, to be Under Sec- Sunday morning church service, kill- and build from there. I am willing to retary of Agriculture for Farm and ing 26 people and wounding 20 more. To work with them. The President is will- Foreign Agricultural Services. add to the tragedy that had already oc- ing to work with them on things like Thereupon, the Senate proceeded to curred, this murderer’s criminal con- bump stocks and the mental health consider the nomination. viction records were never uploaded to failure, trying to make sure that our Mr. YOUNG. Mr. President, I ask the FBI’s National Instant Criminal schools are safer and to make sure that unanimous consent that the Senate Background Check System. When he social media platforms report threats vote on the nomination with no inter- went to purchase firearms, he lied of violence to law enforcement officials vening action or debate; that if con- about his record, and there was nothing so they can be followed up on. firmed, the motion to reconsider be in the criminal background check sys- There are a lot of other things we can considered made and laid upon the tem to show that he lied and thus deny do, but the one thing we can do this table; that the President be imme- him the opportunity to purchase weap- week before we go home is to pass the diately notified of the Senate’s action; ons. This failure to enforce our back- Fix NICS bill and to send it to the that no further motions be in order; ground check law allowed this shooter House and have the President sign it and that any statements relating to to walk into a gun store, pass a back- into law. It will save lives. the nomination be printed in the ground check, and illegally purchase a I yield the floor. RECORD. firearm. RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY LEADER The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- This bipartisan legislation would The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- pore. Without objection, it is so or- tighten the National Instant Back- pore. The majority leader is recog- dered. ground Check System. It is supported nized. The question is, Will the Senate ad- by people all across the political spec- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, the vise and consent to the Northey nomi- trum. It is even cosponsored by the Senate will soon vote to confirm an- nation? Democratic leader, Senator SCHUMER, other fine candidate to serve on the The nomination was confirmed. and is supported by Everytown for Gun Federal bench. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- Safety. It has brought together all Yesterday afternoon, we voted to ad- pore. Under the previous order, the mo- sides in the gun debate—leaders on the vance the nomination of Judge Eliza- tion to reconsider is considered made Republican side and Democratic side beth Branch for the Eleventh Circuit and laid upon the table and the Presi- alike. Court of Appeals. Judge Branch has sat dent will be immediately notified of Under current law, mentally ill indi- on the Georgia Court of Appeals since the Senate’s action. viduals and persons convicted of vio- 2012. This follows a fine career that lent crimes are prohibited by current spanned both private practice and pub- f law from purchasing or possessing fire- lic service. EXECUTIVE CALENDAR—Continued arms. This is to make sure that these Judge Branch has previously an- laws are enforced and that criminal swered the call to serve at the Depart- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- history information is uploaded into ment of Homeland Security, where she pore. The Senator from Utah. the NICS Federal database by State worked as associate general counsel, REMEMBERING FREDERICK DOUGLASS and Federal authorities. and then at the Office of Information Mr. LEE. Mr. President, 200 years ago For years, our colleagues across the and Regulatory Affairs. Her record and this month, a man was born into slav- aisle have said that they want reform qualifications are well known. ery in a cabin not far from here in

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:51 Feb 27, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.006 S27FEPT1 S1228 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 Maryland. The child knew his mother through the words of Cicero and Wash- feared punishment. Here, a runaway only briefly; they were cruelly sepa- ington, went on to be history’s most el- slave could make a name for himself, rated when he was young. He knew his oquent witness against slavery. He de- rising to a position of esteem in his father only by the rumors. He didn’t nounced the bloody institution in 1,000 community through his service. Here, a even know the exact day of his birth. speeches and from the pages of his own family could put down roots and flour- Yes, even his birthday—for many of us, abolitionist newspaper, The North ish. that foundational aspect of identity— Star, and he denounced slavery firmly Those are two very different soci- was denied him by the cruel master of from inside the American tradition. eties, guided by very different beliefs. slavery. Like many radical abolitionists, at One is a weak community hiding be- This slave was whipped and beaten. times Frederick Douglass was pro- hind a show of strength. The other is a His days were filled with toil. His foundly ambivalent about his own strong and free community with abso- nights were filled with restless turning country. Indeed, there was a time in lutely nothing to hide. on a packed dirt floor. But that is not his early adulthood when he affirma- Today we are blessedly free from the where the story ends—no, it is only the tively hated the United States, prefer- institution of slavery, but our commu- beginning of the incredible life of Fred- ring disunion to union with nities have their own problems. The erick Douglass, the great abolitionist, slaveholders. But Frederick Douglass American family is in crisis. Our pris- orator, and one of the greatest Ameri- later came to a different conclusion ons are full, and our pews are empty. cans ever to live. As Douglass would about America. When he read the Na- Heroin and opioids enslave millions. later write in his memoirs, ‘‘You have tion’s founding documents, he did not Many more are killed before they even seen how a man was made a slave. You find codified defenses of slavery; to the get the chance to live. shall see how a slave was made a man.’’ contrary, he found that the com- Yes, we have our own battles to fight. For all its terrible might—its blood- promises the Founders had made to In too many ways, we have fallen short hounds and its implements of torture— slavery were meant to undermine that of the high principles upon which our slavery was not built to withstand institution over time, not to sustain it. Nation was built. That ultimately is Frederick Douglass, just as it was not What Douglass found in the Founders why the legacy of Frederick Douglass built to withstand the universal desire was quite different from what he had is so very important. He implored his for freedom that lies within the heart expected to find. He later said: Their generation to heal itself of its greatest of man. message ‘‘is ‘We the people’; not we the disease. He calls upon us to do the Douglass knew that the first step to white people, not even we the citizens, same. freedom was education, so he taught not we the privileged class, not we the Thank you. himself to read in secrecy because high, not we the low, but we the peo- I yield the floor. slaves were punished for learning to ple.’’ I suggest the absence of a quorum. read. Around the time he was 12, he got Douglass was an activist, yes, a mili- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- hold of an old textbook called ‘‘The Co- tant, yes, who led recruiting drives for pore. The clerk will call the roll. lumbian Orator.’’ Little did Douglass Black soldiers during the Civil War. The assistant bill clerk proceeded to know that around that same time, the But for all of his righteous anger, he call the roll. same textbook was being studied on did not want to cast aside the prin- Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. President, I ask the Illinois prairie by a young man ciples of his country. Douglass knew unanimous consent that the order for named Abraham Lincoln. In that text- that the most powerful antidote to in- the quorum call be rescinded. book, Douglass found speeches by justice was found within the American The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. George Washington and Benjamin tradition, with its insistence on nat- YOUNG). Without objection, it is so or- Franklin—men who revolted against ural rights for all men. dered. Douglass wrote: tyranny to claim their liberty. In that Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. President, I ask book, he also found a fictional dialogue From the first, I saw no chance of unanimous consent that notwith- bettering the condition of the freedman until between a slave and his master where standing the provisions of rule XXII, the master brought forward ‘‘the whole he should cease to be merely a freedman and should become a citizen. . . . The liberties of all postcloture time on the Branch argument in behalf of slavery . . . all the American people [are] dependent upon nomination expire at 4 p.m. today and of which was disposed of by the slave.’’ the ballot-box, the jury-box, and the car- the Senate vote on the nomination Douglass wrote: This exchange ‘‘gave tridge-box; that without these no class of with no intervening action or debate. tongue to interesting thoughts of [his] people could live and flourish in this coun- Finally, if confirmed, the motion to re- soul.’’ It kindled his burning convic- try. consider be considered made and laid tion that slavery was wrong and he Frederick Douglass has many lessons upon the table and the President be im- must escape it. From that moment on, to teach us if we are willing to listen. mediately notified of the Senate’s ac- Douglass was a grave threat to the I would like to highlight just one more, tion. very institution of slavery itself. He which I think is especially relevant to The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without was free in his own mind. us today. objection, it is so ordered. Douglass’ journey ‘‘from the tomb of At the end of his famous autobiog- slavery, to the heaven of freedom’’ raphy, Frederick Douglass contrasted f would go through many dramatic two societies: the slaveholder society RECESS twists and turns before its conclusion. he was born into and the northern soci- Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. President, I ask When a notorious slave breaker tried ety where he was reborn in freedom. to beat him for disobeying orders, The slave society he described was unanimous consent that the Senate Douglass wrestled him into submission. built on force and fraud. Its religion stand in recess as under the previous He insisted on being treated as a man, had been perverted to serve earthly order. and from that day forward, he was idols. Its families were torn apart at There being no objection, the Senate, never whipped again. the auction block. Its workers toiled to at 12:18 p.m., recessed until 2:15 p.m. Douglass’ first attempt at escape was no reward. This society had been and reassembled when called to order a failure, thwarted at the last minute poisoned by its rejection of the Amer- by the Presiding Officer (Mr. by a betrayal of confidence. He did not ican creed, by its insistence that all PORTMAN). fail a second time. In 1938, traveling in men are not created equal. Indeed, it f disguise under an assumed identity, had become an authoritarian society EXECUTIVE CALENDAR—Continued Douglass took a steamboat north to that policed movement, association, the blessedness of freedom. At this even intimacy. And for what? To pro- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. point in the story, you might expect tect a hideous falsehood. CRUZ). The Senator from Ohio. Douglass to fade from history, to enjoy The free society Douglass described HONORING OFFICERS ANTHONY MORELLI AND a modest and tranquil life with his wife was different. Here, a man could hold ERIC JOERING and his children. But no—the former an honest job, and he worked because Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. President, I slave, who taught himself to read his work was rewarded, not because he would like to talk today about two

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:51 Feb 27, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.007 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1229 brave Ohioans who were tragically for just 2 months, but it is already wage increases, new jobs, increased in- killed while serving their community helping American workers. vestment, bonuses, benefit increases, and all of us. When it came time to draft tax re- and the list goes on and on. On Saturday, February 10, Ohio lost form legislation, we had one objective, Take utility bills. Lower utility bills two of its finest when Westerville Po- and that was to make hard-working might not be the first result we think lice Officers Anthony Morelli and Eric Americans’ lives better. To accomplish of from tax reform, but tax reform is Joering were fatally shot responding to that, we focused on two important pri- saving utility companies money, and a 9–1-1 call. They rushed to the scene. orities. they are passing those savings on to When they arrived, they were under First, we focused on immediately in- consumers. fire. Officer Joering was killed at the creasing Americans’ take-home pay. Washington, DC, radio station WTOP scene. Officer Morelli died in surgery We lowered tax rates across the board, reports: later that day. we nearly doubled the standard deduc- In a flip-flop related to tax reform, [utility Officer Morelli was a 29-year veteran tion, and we doubled the child tax cred- company] Pepco now says it wants to cut of the Westerville Police Department. it. All of those provisions went into ef- rates instead of raise them. In December and January, the utility an- He leaves behind his wife Linda, their fect on January 1, and by the end of nounced plans to raise rates in D.C. and daughter Beth, and son Chris. Officer this month, according to the IRS, 90 Maryland respectively. . . . But the sweeping Joering was a 16-year veteran of the percent of the American people should Federal tax bill signed into law late last year Westerville Police Department, where see lower paychecks. meant a significant tax savings for the util- he was a K–9 officer partnered with his While immediate relief for hard- ity. As a result, Pepco is now asking the dog Sam. working Americans was crucial, we Maryland Public Service Commission to ap- Eric loved working with Sam, but wanted more than that. We wanted to prove a rate cut. what he really loved were his kids and give the American people access to the That is right—they were talking his wife. His most important job, he kinds of jobs and the kinds of wages about a rate increase, but now they are said, was being a husband and a father. and opportunities that would set them talking about a rate cut in their utility He is survived by his wife Jami and his up for long-term security. We wanted rates. beautiful daughters Eva, Elena, and to give them the kinds of jobs and Take this story from the Daily En- Ella. wages where they wouldn’t be forced to ergy Insider titled ‘‘Federal Tax Cut Both men were loved and respected choose between sending their kids to More Than Reverses Eversource Rate members of the Westerville commu- college and saving for a secure retire- Increase in Massachusetts.’’ nity, and both will be sorely missed. I ment or between paying the mortgage The Daily Energy Insider: had a chance to talk to a number of or medical bills. So in addition to low- Many Eversource Energy electricity cus- tomers in Massachusetts who were expecting their fellow officers, their colleagues, ering the tax burden on Americans di- to see a rate increase this year instead will over the weekend and heard many sto- rectly, we set about improving the see a rate reduction because of the recent ries about them, their bravery, and playing field for American businesses Federal corporate tax cut. their commitment to service. so that we could make things better for ‘‘What was expected to be about a $36 mil- I also had the great honor to meet American workers. lion annual rate increase has turned into a with the families of both of these fallen Needless to say, in order for Amer- $20 million annual decrease,’’ said the Massa- officers over this past weekend in Co- ican workers to thrive, the American chusetts Department of Public Utilities. lumbus, OH. Linda Morelli and Jami economy has to thrive, and that means In my home State of South Dakota, Joering are incredibly strong women that American businesses have to Black Hills Energy in Rapid City is and incredibly strong mothers. I ex- thrive. It is pretty hard for a small working with regulators to pass tax pressed my thanks from all Ohioans for business to hire a new worker or to savings on to South Dakotans. So far, their husbands’ service. I also had a raise wages if the owner can barely pay utility companies in at least 39 States chance to talk to four of the five chil- the tax bill. It is unlikely that an are passing tax savings on to con- dren about their fathers’ exemplary American company is going to have a sumers, and that can be a real help to service; that they had fallen in service lot of spare cash for investing in its family budgets. Everybody knows how to all of us and how much we appre- workforce if it is struggling to compete much gets spent out of every family’s ciated them. with foreign companies that are paying budget on utilities, on energy, and cer- The U.S. Capitol has flags that are far less in taxes. It is unlikely that tainly in my part of the country in flown for special occasions, and two America’s global companies are going South Dakota, with the cold winters, flags were flown in honor of the sac- to focus on reinvesting in the United that is even amplified. It can be a real rifices these two good men made pro- States if they face a tax penalty for help to family budgets, particularly tecting the people of Ohio. bringing foreign earnings back home. families who are living paycheck to Throughout this tragic situation, I So we lowered our Nation’s massive paycheck. In Florida, Florida Power and Light will say the people of Central Ohio and, corporate tax rate, which, up until Company announced that thanks to frankly, across the Nation have January 1, was the highest corporate the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, it will no stepped up in big ways to support and tax rate in the developed world. We longer require its customers to pay a assist these two families. I am encour- lowered tax rates across the board for surcharge for Hurricane Irma restora- aged by the kindness and generosity we owners of small- and medium-sized tion. Instead, the company reports: have seen. businesses, farms, and ranches. We ex- I want to take a moment to just say Florida Power and Light plans to apply panded business owners’ ability to re- federal tax savings toward the $1.3 billion that these two brave officers, Tony Mo- cover investments they make in their cost of Hurricane Irma restoration, which relli and Eric Joering, were the best. businesses, which will free up cash that will save each of Florida Power and Light’s They made the ultimate sacrifice for they can reinvest into their operations 4.9 million customers an average of approxi- all of us. Today, we hold their families and their workers. We brought the U.S. mately $250. up in prayer. international tax system into the 21st Thanks to tax reform, good news for (The remarks of Mr. PORTMAN per- century by replacing our outdated American workers seems to just pour taining to the introduction of S. 2456 worldwide system with a modernized in daily, whether it is lower utility are printed in today’s RECORD under territorial tax system so that Amer- bills, new jobs, bonuses, or, as Blue ‘‘Statements on Introduced Bills and ican businesses are not operating at a Cross and Blue Shield of North Caro- Joint Resolutions.’’) disadvantage next to their foreign com- lina announced last week, lower rate Mr. PORTMAN. I yield back. petitors. increases on health insurance. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- The goal in all of this was to free up I am proud that tax reform is accom- ator from South Dakota. businesses to increase their invest- plishing our goal of making life better TAX REFORM ments in the American economy and in for hard-working Americans, and I look Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, tax re- American workers, and that is exactly forward to seeing even more benefits form is working. The Tax Cuts and what businesses are doing. The list of for American workers in the weeks and Jobs Act has been the law of the land tax reform good news keeps growing— months to come.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:51 Feb 27, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.011 S27FEPT1 S1230 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 I yield the floor. ment and Budget. Ms. Combs has had a sick person in Las Vegas break a win- Mr. President, I suggest the absence long and successful career both in busi- dow and start mowing down people. He of a quorum. ness and in public service, including as killed some 58 Americans and wounded The PRESIDING OFFICER. The a member of the Texas House of Rep- 500 people within a period of a few min- clerk will call the roll. resentatives, as Texas’s agriculture utes. That was on top of Sandy Hook. The senior assistant legislative clerk commissioner, and as Texas’s comp- It was on top of so many gun slaugh- proceeded to call the roll. troller of public accounts. Her proven ters that, I think, what has finally hap- Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, I ask management track record in public pened—maybe because of the extraor- unanimous consent that the order for service and in business is crucial to dinary efforts of these young people the quorum call be rescinded. making the Department of the Interior from Parkland—the American people The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. more efficient and effective to help en- are saying that enough is enough, that HOEVEN). Without objection, it is so or- sure the responsible stewardship of we have a difficult problem. We may dered. western lands. not be able to solve it completely over- NOMINATIONS OF RYAN NELSON AND SUSAN Both Mr. Nelson’s and Ms. Combs’s night, but we have a moral obligation COMBS nominations have been pending longer to do everything we can to make cer- Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, as chair- than any of their predecessors’—now tain that no more children—no more man of the Senate Western Caucus and listen to this—over the past 25 years. people in this country—are mowed as a Montanan, I am here to urge the This is not just bad governance; it is a down by some sick person with a weap- swift confirmation of two outstanding complete lack of governance. Here is on. nominations to serve in the Depart- the problem. When you have qualified That is not just I who is talking, and ment of the Interior. The first is Ryan individuals like Mr. Nelson and like it is not just the young people from the Nelson, a native of Idaho Falls, ID, as Ms. Combs who wait in this bureau- high school in Florida. It is pretty Solicitor of the Department of the In- cratic limbo for this long, it then puts much what the American people want. terior. The second is Susan Combs, a them in a position to, maybe, find Let me refer the Presiding Officer to a rancher from Big Bend, TX. She is other employment. We need to find the few polls that were conducted fairly re- nominated to be Assistant Secretary best people who are willing to serve in cently. for Policy, Management and Budget. these positions, and we need to give A Quinnipiac poll was done on Feb- Both of these positions are critical to them the respect of moving them ruary 20, just a week ago. This is what managing our public lands and wildlife. through quickly so that we can keep that poll showed. Yet these two well-qualified individ- them with the thought of entering pub- It showed that 97 percent of the uals have been waiting in a bureau- lic service. American people support universal cratic limbo. Mr. Nelson was first nom- Colleagues, it is time to get the job background checks, which is not a rad- inated over 209 days ago, and Ms. done and move these critical nomina- ical idea. What the American people Combs received her first nomination tions across the finish line. are saying and what gun owners are over 231 days ago. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- saying is that we should keep guns out Mr. Nelson is a great choice to serve ator from Vermont. of the hands of people who are not re- as Solicitor. He is a westerner, and he GUN SAFETY sponsible and should not own guns. spends time fishing and hunting with Mr. SANDERS. Mr. President, this Universal background checks are al- his family in Idaho. He understands our morning, I had the opportunity to meet most universally supported by the western way of life, and he has the with some extraordinary young people. American people. work experience to make sure our pub- These were students from Parkland, In that same Quinnipiac poll, 83 per- lic lands are managed and protected in FL, who attend the school where the cent of the American people indicated the right way. mass shooting took place 2 weeks ago. support for a mandatory waiting period His service includes serving as clerk What was amazingly impressive about for all gun purchases. You don’t want on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the these young people is that in the midst somebody who is angry, who is upset, D.C. Circuit, serving as special counsel of their grief, in the midst of the unbe- or who had something terrible happen for the Senate Committee on the Judi- lievably traumatic experience that to go running to a gun store, buying a ciary and as Deputy Assistant Attor- they went through in seeing their best gun, and then going out and using it. ney General in the Environment and friends being shot and wounded in cold There are 75 percent who, basically, Natural Resources Division of the De- blood and their teachers killed, they want the Congress to address the issue partment of Justice. resolved not just to mourn and grieve of gun violence and to start taking ac- At the Department of Justice, he for their friends and neighbors; they re- tion. worked to defend vital Federal pro- solved to stand up and fight back and There are 67 percent of the people grams and oversaw many complex come to Washington, go to Tallahassee, polled by Quinnipiac who support a na- cases involving our natural resources, FL, and go around the country to do tionwide ban on the sale of assault wildlife, and environment. He also everything they can to make certain weapons. They believe and I believe compelled polluters to limit harmful that no more children—no more young that assault weapons are designed as emissions into the air and worked with people—are mowed down and slaugh- military weapons to kill human beings. then-Solicitor of the Department of the tered in schools. That is what those weapons are de- Interior David Bernhardt on the listing Nobody thinks that the issue of gun signed to do. I believe and have be- decision for the polar bear. Like Mr. safety is going to be an easy issue to lieved for 30 years—and a majority of Bernhardt, Ryan is capable of uphold- solve. There are literally hundreds of the American people believe—that we ing the law and the science, even when millions of guns throughout this coun- should end the sale and distribution of it is not easy. try, and there are 5 million assault those weapons. That was in a If you want someone who values con- weapons throughout this country Quinnipiac poll. servation, who knows the appropriate today. Tragically, there are many According to a CNN poll that was use of laws, like the Antiquities Act thousands of people, I expect in every done more recently, just a few days ago and the Endangered Species Act, then State in this country, who are walking on February 25, 70 percent of the Amer- Ryan is your guy. The Department of our streets and are at their wits end ican people want stricter gun laws. the Interior needs Ryan’s expertise to emotionally, who are suicidal, who are This is the highest number that CNN help make the best decisions possible homicidal. Many of those people have has registered since way back when the for the benefit of our natural resources access to guns and guns of mass de- Brady Bill passed, in 1993. and the people and wildlife living struction. I think that in some re- According to CNN, 87 percent support around them. His confirmation must be spects, the slaughter at the high school laws to prevent convicted felons and prioritized. in Parkland, FL, was kind of the straw the mentally ill from owning guns. Ms. Combs is also exactly the right that broke the camel’s back. There are 71 percent who support ban- person for the job to serve as the As- Several months ago, the American ning anyone under the age of 21 from sistant Secretary for Policy, Manage- people were stunned to see some very buying a gun. There are 63 percent who

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:32 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.013 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1231 support a ban on the sale and posses- We are at a moment when the Amer- Net neutrality is not and should not sion of high-capacity magazines. There ican people have had it up to here. be a partisan issue. I thank Senator are 57 percent who support an assault They do not want to turn on their TVs SUSAN COLLINS for supporting my CRA, weapons ban, and 56 percent say that tomorrow or next week or next month and I encourage other Republican col- stricter gun laws would reduce gun-re- and see the horrible, unspeakable leagues to stand with all of us who sup- lated deaths. things that we have seen in schools port net neutrality. We are just one We have a difficult issue which is not throughout this country. vote away in the Senate from restoring going to be solved overnight, and no- At this particular moment in his- net neutrality. There will be a vote body thinks that it will. Yet the Amer- tory, I hope that in a bipartisan way right here on the floor of the Senate ican people are demanding that we we can come together and do what the sometime this spring. The clock is have the courage to stand up to the American people want us to do, which ticking. We just need a simple major- NRA and finally take some action that is to pass commonsense gun safety leg- ity for passage, and that is just one will move us in the right direction. Let islation that is supported by the over- more vote. me just suggest some of the ways I be- whelming majority of the American When we take that vote, every one of lieve we should go forward in a bipar- people. my colleagues will have to answer the tisan way. Thank you. simple question: Whose side are you Once again, the American people be- I yield the floor. on? Do you stand with hard-working lieve and I believe in universal back- I suggest the absence of a quorum. American families for whom the inter- ground checks. That means, among The PRESIDING OFFICER. The net is essential or do you stand with other things, ending the so-called gun clerk will call the roll. the Big Money corporate interests and show loophole, because background The assistant bill clerk proceeded to their army of lobbyists? We should all checks don’t mean anything if some- call the roll. be on the right side of history. body can go to a gun show or on the Mr. MARKEY. Mr. President, I ask Millennials are motivated. Momen- internet and buy weapons without un- unanimous consent that the order for tum is building. Citizens are joining to- dergoing any background check. Over- the quorum call be rescinded. gether demonstrating, writing letters, whelmingly, the American people say The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without calling their Members of Congress, and that before somebody is able to pur- objection, it is so ordered. taking this message to social media. chase a gun, we need to know: Is the NET NEUTRALITY They are joined by groups that include person a killer? Is he a person who has Mr. MARKEY. Mr. President, I would Fight for the Future, Demand engaged in domestic violence? Is he like to speak on behalf of my constitu- Progress, Free Press, the Center for somebody who has a history of mental ents and the tens of millions of Ameri- Digital Technology, the Center for health problems? If that is the case, cans who rely on a free and open inter- Media Justice, Color of Change, Com- that person should not be buying a gun. net. mon Cause, Consumers Union, Engine, I think serious gun safety legislation Make no mistake, we are locked in a the National Hispanic Media Coalition, must include addressing the so-called historic battle to preserve the core the Open Technology Institute, Public straw man purchases. This is a provi- principles of competition, innovation, Knowledge, and many others out across sion by which people can legally go to and consumer choice that have made the country that are organizing right gun shops, buy the weapons that they the internet the world’s greatest plat- now as part of an effort that is going to want, but then they are going to sell form for commerce and communica- bring millions of voices into the offices those weapons or distribute those tions; a historic battle to restore the of every Senator and every House weapons to people who should not be hallmark of American innovation and Member in our country. owning those weapons and who could This fight is not limited to the Halls democratization; a historic battle to not have purchased those weapons on of Congress. We are seeing a historic protect America’s innovation incu- their own. I have indicated it is my groundswell of activity at the State bator and job generator—a battle for view that we should ban assault weap- and local level. The Governors in Ha- net neutrality. ons in this country—weapons that are waii, New Jersey, Vermont, Montana, In December, the Trump FCC, the designed for no other purpose but to and New York have issued executive Federal Communications Commission, kill human beings. orders promoting net neutrality. Furthermore, I think it is clear that eliminated net neutrality. These rules State legislatures in more than half we are a nation that is facing a mental prevented your internet service pro- of the United States are currently con- health crisis. I know that in my of- vider—Comcast, Verizon, AT&T, and sidering net neutrality legislation. fice—and I expect in the offices of Charter—from indiscriminately charg- Just today, 76 mayors across the Na- other Senators—we get calls all of the ing more for internet fast lanes or tion signed a letter opposing net neu- time from people who say: I am worried slowing down or even blocking certain trality repeal, and 23 State attorneys about my husband. I am worried about websites entirely, the very rules that general have filed suit to reinstate the my brother. He is at his wits end. I allow inventors, entrepreneurs, and rule, and we plan to stand by them don’t know what he is going to do to small businesses, the lifeblood of the throughout this entire battle, in the himself or what he is going to do to American economy, to connect to the court and out here on the floor of Con- somebody else. We have been searching internet. gress. for mental health treatment, but we The reason why is simple. The Trump We cannot let net neutrality be an- cannot find anything that is available administration sides with the rich and other example of Congress disregarding now or that we can afford. the powerful first and consistently puts public opinion and putting donor inter- I believe we should be moving for- everyday American lives last. We have ests first. Net neutrality is our 21st ward to pass legislation which says seen them wage an all-out assault on century right, and we will fight to pro- that Americans who suffer today from healthcare, on climate change, and now tect it. In fact, 83 percent of all Ameri- mental health crises should be able to on net neutrality, but today the inter- cans in polling say they want to pro- get the mental healthcare they need net is fighting back, and we have a tect net neutrality. By the way, that is now, not 2 months from now, because 2 powerful tool at our disposal that will pretty much every millennial, because months from now may be too late. allow the average consumer to have for millennials, the internet is like ox- We also need to address the fact that, their voices heard right here on the ygen. I will say that if you are 35 years every year, women are being killed by floor of the U.S. Senate. old or younger, the poll is at pretty their husbands or their boyfriends and Today I am officially introducing a close to 100 percent. that if somebody is a stalker, if some- CRA—Congressional Review Act—reso- I can see all the pages nodding their body is convicted of domestic violence, lution that will fully restore net neu- heads as I am speaking. They know no if somebody is under a restraining trality. The entire Senate Democratic life without a device that they are car- order, we should be clear that that per- caucus is now standing with the mil- rying around. This is the world in son should not be owning a gun. This is lions of Americans who want to reverse which we are living, and they do not just some of what I think needs to be the FCC’s partisan actions and restore want to have any discrimination intro- done. net neutrality. duce itself into the relationship they

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:20 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.016 S27FEPT1 S1232 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 have between the internet and their for operation only by the authorized scourge of gun violence. Like genera- ability to control their own lives. That user. That means, unless you are au- tions past, this one is making the is what the battle is all about, those thorized by fingerprint or other tech- change they want to see in our society. nodding heads of the pages in the well nology, you will not be able to fire that So, to them, let me say: I hear you. of the Senate. Those are the people handgun. If we can do it for an iPhone, I am with you, and I will fight with you who are going to be making a dif- we should be able to do it for a hand- to ensure that not one more student ference, the millennials, the generation gun so that if a child gets ahold of a has to endure what you did, not one Z young people who want this to be gun, if it is not their thumb, they can- more person has to be damaged because open for entrepreneurial activity and not fire it. If someone steals a gun we did not put the laws on the books for democracy. from a home, it will not work because that should have been there to prevent GUN VIOLENCE it will not be their thumb that is on this harm from occurring. I will fight Mr. President, I also want to speak the barrel of that gun. That is ulti- with you to ensure that this does not for a few moments about the epidemic mately a way to reduce dramatically happen in one more school in our coun- of gun violence in our country. Almost the amount of harm we see in our try. 2 weeks ago, a 19-year-old armed with country. That is our challenge. That is the an AR–15 semiautomatic rifle entered We must also ban these military- goal we should set. That is what should Marjory Stoneman Douglas High style assault weapons like the AR–15, be the agenda here on the floor of the School in Parkland, FL, and killed 14 which are the guns of choice for those Senate in 2018. who seek to inflict mass casualties on I yield the floor. students and 3 teachers, and 14 others The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- civilians. These are weapons that be- were injured. Time and again, we have ator from Arizona. seen this tragedy play out and time long in combat, not in our commu- NO-FLY LIST GUN LEGISLATION and again we are seeing Congress fail nities. We must also pass legislation to en- Mr. FLAKE. Mr. President, I rise to act. today in support of bipartisan legisla- Each year we lose 33,000 American sure that all gun purchases include a tion aimed at ensuring that those indi- lives due to gun violence. In instances background check. In fact, 97 percent viduals who are on the Department of of disease, illness, natural disaster, of all Americans now support expanded Homeland Security’s no-fly list are this level of widespread death would be background checks—97 percent of all Americans. No one should be able to likewise not able to have access to met with immediate and meaningful guns. I just met with several of the stu- purchase a gun through Facebook or action by Congress. Yet we continually dents from the shooting at the school Instagram without a background abdicate our moral responsibility when in Florida and heard the very compel- check. Instagram should not mean it comes to gun violence prevention. ling case they have made to take this ‘‘Instagun,’’ with no background check. We don’t have to accept this epidemic issue seriously and do what we can on That is crazy. That is crazy. You can of gun violence in our country. It is not a commonsense basis to make it more go on Instagram and buy a gun without preordained. It is preventable. difficult for those who shouldn’t have a background check. That is crazy in So what should Congress do? guns to have guns. First, we should allow public health America in 2018. Regardless of what happened in Flor- researchers to study the causes of gun We have the capacity to quickly do ida these past couple of weeks, this is violence so they can find solutions to background checks to be able to find a measure we should have taken before. this public health crisis. Right now, out whether somebody should be able It has been brought to the floor of the zero dollars are spent at the Centers to purchase a gun. It is crazy not to Senate, and it has received majority for Disease Control and Prevention on have that kind of a system put in support here. I think it is simply com- gun violence prevention research. That place. mon sense that someone who is not is because since 1996, an appropriations If you can buy a gun on Instagram, permitted to fly in this country and is rider has prohibited the Centers for we should be able to check online considered by the Federal Government Disease Control from advocating or whether or not that person, in fact, to be a potential threat to national se- promoting gun control. should be allowed legally to purchase curity should not be allowed to pur- Just last week, Secretary of Health the gun. chase a firearm. and Human Services Alex Azar said he Let’s close the gun show loophole, as The no-fly list and the selectee list would not let the rider impede the well as the one that allows someone on that we are talking about is composed CDC’s research into the causes of gun the terrorist watch list to purchase a of those who are not allowed to fly. violence. So there is no reason now not weapon. Let’s close the loophole that With the selectee list, it is those who to fully fund this critical research allows domestic abusers to buy guns. require additional screening. These are agenda. Let’s close the loophole that allows both narrowly tailored, defined, tar- I have introduced legislation to fund straw purchasers to buy guns and flood geted lists. research into the causes and preven- our streets with them. Let’s ban bump This restriction would affect just a tion of gun violence. My bill now has 32 stocks. Let’s repeal the Protection of small number of people, all of whom cosponsors in the Senate. I urge my Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, or would be afforded due process under colleagues on both sides of the aisle to PLCAA, and take away the gun manu- the Constitution. Those who find them- cosponsor this commonsense bill. It is facturers’ immunity from civil liabil- selves on either of these lists would long past time that we treat gun vio- ity. These are sensible steps. have the authority to challenge that lence like the public health emergency What is not sensible is hoping that designation, and the onus would be on it is, but we must also keep guns out of thoughts and prayers will prevent the the government, not the individual; the the hands of those who should not have next shooting. This generation of onus would be on the government to them. young people recognize this truth, and justify the classification and to prove Currently, anyone can use a handgun that is why they are leading this chil- that they should not be allowed to pur- in America—whether it is the gun’s dren’s crusade. They are picking up chase a firearm. These are strong, ro- owner, a thief, or, tragically, a young microphones and raising their voices. bust, due process protections that child, but it doesn’t have to be this They are saying enough is enough. It is would make sure that these restric- way. Technology exists now that can my hope that this might just be the tions are constitutionally sound. authorize handgun use only by its movement that pushes Republican This bill also adds another layer of owner. In the 21st century, we have to leaders, once and for all, to take action safety for citizens from those who use advances in technology to our ad- on gun violence and make the NRA would do us harm, ensuring that any- vantage, and we can save lives by using stand for ‘‘not relevant anymore’’ in one who has been denied the right to it. American politics. This is the time for fly cannot purchase a weapon without That is why I used the opportunity to that to take place on the Senate floor. at least undergoing additional scru- introduce smart gun legislation that This generation of young people is tiny. It simply stands to reason that if will require all handguns manufactured rising up, and they are demanding that we fear that someone may use our com- in the United States to be personalized we protect this country from the mercial airlines as a weapon or to

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:20 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.017 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1233 harm those on board, we should not that she will be an excellent court of consider is considered made and laid allow that same person to purchase a appeals judge. I am pleased to support upon the table and the President will weapon without additional scrutiny. her nomination today. be immediately notified of the Senate’s I encourage my colleagues to review Mr. FLAKE. I suggest the absence of action. this bipartisan legislation and to join a quorum. f me, along with Senator COLLINS and a The PRESIDING OFFICER. The number of our colleagues here—a bipar- clerk will call the roll. CLOTURE MOTION The bill clerk proceeded to call the tisan group of Senators—in supporting The PRESIDING OFFICER. Pursuant roll. this commonsense piece of legislation. to rule XXII, the Chair lays before the I hope we will have a debate on some Mr. WICKER. Mr. President, I ask Senate the pending cloture motion, of these measures. I will be talking in unanimous consent that the order for which the clerk will state. the coming days about some of the the quorum call be rescinded. The senior assistant legislative clerk other measures that we ought to take The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. read as follows: to make sure that we don’t put guns in FLAKE). Without objection, it is so or- the hands of those who shouldn’t have dered. CLOTURE MOTION them. Under the previous order, all We, the undersigned Senators, in accord- My heart goes out to those in Flor- postcloture time is expired. ance with the provisions of rule XXII of the ida, and my vote will go here to meas- The question is, Will the Senate ad- Standing Rules of the Senate, do hereby ures that will make schools safer. vise and consent to the Branch nomi- move to bring to a close debate on the nomi- I yield the floor. nation? nation of Russell Vought, of Virginia, to be Mr. WICKER. Mr. President, I ask for Deputy Director of the Office of Management Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, and Budget. today the Senate is voting to confirm the yeas and nays. Mitch McConnell, Pat Roberts, Roy Judge Elizabeth Branch to serve as a The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a Blunt, Shelley Moore Capito, Thom U.S. circuit court judge for the Elev- sufficient second? Tillis, Richard Burr, Roger F. Wicker, enth Circuit. Judge Branch was favor- There appears to be a sufficient sec- Mike Crapo, Orrin G. Hatch, John Bar- ably reported out of the Judiciary ond. rasso, Johnny Isakson, Michael B. Committee on a 19–2 bipartisan vote. The clerk will call the roll. Enzi, John Boozman, Mike Rounds, She has broad bipartisan support from The assistant bill clerk called the James M. Inhofe, John Thune, Lindsey her home State of Georgia. The Amer- roll. Graham. Mr. CORNYN. The following Senators ican Bar Association rated Judge The PRESIDING OFFICER. By unan- Branch as unanimously well-qualified. are necessarily absent: the Senator imous consent, the mandatory quorum If the Senate confirms Judge Branch, from Arizona (Mr. MCCAIN), the Sen- call has been waived. as I am confident it will, she will be ator from South Dakota (Mr. ROUNDS), The question is, Is it the sense of the the fourth woman confirmed by the and the Senator from Alaska (Mr. SUL- Senate that debate on the nomination Senate to the Federal courts of appeals LIVAN). of Russell Vought, of Virginia, to be Mr. DURBIN. I announce that the in the 115th Congress, three more than Deputy Director of the Office of Man- Senator from Alabama (Mr. JONES) is the one woman confirmed at this point agement and Budget, shall be brought necessarily absent. in President Obama’s first term. to a close? The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Judge Branch’s judicial career and The yeas and nays are mandatory JOHNSON) broad range of legal experiences have . Are there any other Senators under the rule. well prepared her to serve on the Elev- in the Chamber desiring to vote? The clerk will call the roll. The result was announced—yeas 73, enth Circuit. Judge Branch was ap- The senior assistant legislative clerk nays 23, as follows: pointed to the Georgia Court of Ap- called the roll. [Rollcall Vote No. 38 Ex.] peals in 2012. In her time on the appel- Mr. CORNYN. The following Senators late bench, she has participated in over YEAS—73 are necessarily absent: the Senator 1,500 cases. Before joining the bench, Alexander Feinstein Moran from Arizona (Mr. MCCAIN), the Sen- Judge Branch spent several years in Baldwin Fischer Murkowski Barrasso Flake Nelson ator from South Dakota (Mr. ROUNDS). private practice. She also served in Bennet Gardner Paul Mr. DURBIN. I announce that the government, including her role as a top Blunt Graham Perdue Senator from Alabama (Mr. JONES) is lawyer for the Department of Home- Boozman Grassley Portman Burr Hassan necessarily absent. land Security. Judge Branch received Risch The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there Capito Hatch Roberts her B.A. from Davidson College and her Cardin Heitkamp Rubio any other Senators in the Chamber de- Carper Heller J.D. from Emory. After law school, Sasse siring to vote? Judge Branch clerked for Judge Owen Casey Hirono Cassidy Hoeven Scott The yeas and nays resulted—yeas 49, Forrester on the U.S. District Court for Cochran Inhofe Shaheen nays 48, as follows: Shelby the Northern District of Georgia. Collins Isakson [Rollcall Vote No. 39 Ex.] As I noted earlier, if confirmed, Coons Johnson Smith Corker Kaine Tester YEAS—49 Judge Branch will become the fourth Thune Cornyn Kennedy Alexander Fischer Paul female circuit court judge confirmed Tillis Cotton King Barrasso Flake Perdue Crapo Toomey under President Trump. Her confirma- Klobuchar Blunt Gardner Portman Cruz Lankford Van Hollen tion puts her in good company, joining Boozman Graham Risch Daines Leahy Warner a class of first-rate female jurists and Burr Grassley Roberts Donnelly Lee Whitehouse Capito Hatch Rubio legal scholars. She will join a group Durbin Manchin Wicker Cassidy Heller Sasse that includes: Seventh Circuit Judge Enzi McCaskill Young Cochran Hoeven Scott Ernst McConnell Collins Inhofe Amy Coney Barrett, a former professor Shelby Corker Isakson at Notre Dame University Law School NAYS— 23 Sullivan Cornyn Johnson Thune and law clerk to Justice Scalia; Tenth Blumenthal Heinrich Sanders Cotton Kennedy Circuit Judge Allison Eid, a former Booker Markey Schatz Crapo Lankford Tillis Colorado Supreme Court Justice and Brown Menendez Schumer Cruz Lee Toomey Cantwell Merkley Wicker law clerk to Justice Thomas; and Sixth Stabenow Daines McConnell Cortez Masto Murphy Udall Enzi Moran Young Circuit Judge Joan Larsen, another Duckworth Murray Warren Ernst Murkowski clerk of Justice Scalia and former Gillibrand Peters Wyden Michigan Supreme Court justice. I am Harris Reed NAYS—48 confident that Judge Branch will serve NOT VOTING—4 Baldwin Carper Feinstein Bennet Casey Gillibrand as an excellent addition to this out- Jones Rounds Blumenthal Coons Harris standing class of female circuit court McCain Sullivan Booker Cortez Masto Hassan judges. The nomination was confirmed. Brown Donnelly Heinrich Judge Branch’s impressive back- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under Cantwell Duckworth Heitkamp Cardin Durbin Hirono ground and bipartisan support suggest the previous order, the motion to re-

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:20 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.019 S27FEPT1 S1234 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 Kaine Murphy Smith She met fellow Fulbright scholar Le Guin, her life and her legacy. Her King Murray Stabenow Klobuchar Nelson Tester Charles Le Guin on her way there, and pioneering writing is going to continue Leahy Peters Udall they were married shortly thereafter. to make readers challenge their con- Manchin Reed Van Hollen The pair returned to the United ceptions and contemplate their role in Markey Sanders Warner States and ultimately settled in Or- this enormously vast universe for dec- McCaskill Schatz Warren Menendez Schumer Whitehouse egon in the late 1950s, when her hus- ades to come. Her long career’s worth Merkley Shaheen Wyden band took a job at Portland State Uni- of great works will be treasured far NOT VOTING—3 versity. She focused on the couple’s into the future. I especially appreciate three children and on her writing, re- Jones McCain Rounds the opportunity to recognize the ex- turning to science fiction with traordinary work of a woman who did The PRESIDING OFFICER. On this ‘‘Rocannon’s World’’ in 1966. Two years so much to promote writing and at- vote, the yeas are 49, the nays are 48. later, she published ‘‘A Wizard of tract young readers at home in Oregon The motion is agreed to. Earthsea,’’ the first in a series of high- and the chance to have been able to f ly acclaimed fantasy novels that have recognize Ursula Le Guin today before EXECUTIVE CALENDAR remained in print to the delight of mil- the U.S. Senate. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The lions. I yield the floor. clerk will report the nomination. I can’t imagine it is an easy feat for I suggest the absence of a quorum. The senior assistant legislative clerk any author to create an entire universe The PRESIDING OFFICER. The read the nomination of Russell Vought, that sticks in the minds of readers for clerk will call the roll. of Virginia, to be Deputy Director of generations. In building Earthsea, Mrs. The bill clerk proceeded to call the the Office of Management and Budget. Le Guin joined that elite group of fic- roll. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- tion writers, like Tolkien and C.S. Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Mr. President, I ator from Maine. Lewis, who have done just that. ask unanimous consent that the order (The remarks of Ms. COLLINS and Mr. More impressively, she used her writ- for the quorum call be rescinded. HEINRICH pertaining to the introduc- ing to push back against social injus- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without tion of S. 2458 are printed in today’s tices and social constraints. She wrote objection, it is so ordered. Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Mr. President, I RECORD under ‘‘Statements on Intro- about environmental destruction, duced Bills and Joint Resolutions.’’) about feminism and gender inequality, ask unanimous consent to speak for up The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- about racism, about war and peace. She to 20 minutes as in morning business. ator from Oregon. wrote about women protagonists and The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. REMEMBERING URSULA K. LE GUIN about non-White heroes when they Mr. WYDEN. Mr. President, I rise were even less commonly highlighted CLIMATE CHANGE today to honor the extraordinary life than they are today. She wrote about Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Mr. President, I and work of one of Oregon’s finest, Ur- multidimensional characters and oth- am here for my 198th ‘‘Time to Wake sula K. Le Guin, who, after a long life, ers who sought to better themselves Up’’ speech with my increasingly dog- passed away in my hometown of Port- and their societies rather than bend eared and beaten chart. land on January 22 at the age of 88. others to their will. My last two speeches focused on, You would have a tough time over- The more Mrs. Le Guin wrote, the shall we say, the peculiar role two of stating Mrs. Le Guin’s impact on more people would read, and the more this country’s largest trade associa- American literature, particularly on the awards started to pile up. She tions play on climate change. They the genres of fantasy and science fic- racked up awards in the course of her have dozens and dozens of member tion. She didn’t invent science fiction career like few authors have—multiple companies that support action on cli- or fantasy literature, but what she did, Hugo, Nebula, and Locus Awards, a Na- mate change. Renewable energy now in true Oregon fashion, is redefine tional Book Award, a Newbery Medal, provides more jobs than fossil fuels and them. and a Pushcart Prize. In 1977, she was lots of American manufacturing. Yet Millions of school children in Oregon shortlisted for the Pulitzer Prize. the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the and around the world know her best as She twice won the Hugo and Nebula National Association of Manufacturers the author of the unforgettable Awards in the same year, for 1969’s spend millions and millions of dollars Earthsea series. She also wrote essays, ‘‘The Left Hand of Darkness’’ and in lobbying Congress against climate ac- poetry, and short stories throughout 1974 for ‘‘The Dispossessed.’’ tion, against renewables, and in favor her life. To the end, she fiercely re- I would be here until next week if I of the fossil fuel industry. Go figure. sisted the constant attempts to pigeon- tried to list all of her achievements, In 2016, Senator WARREN and I sur- hole her as a sci-fi author. but because we have a rule in the veyed the 108 companies on the cham- Over five decades, she upended con- Wyden household against filibustering ber of commerce’s board, and we ventions, shattered ceilings, and in- friends, let me just say that in 2000, the couldn’t find a single one that would spired generations of readers and au- Library of Congress made official what endorse the chamber’s anti-climate thors. She is going to be missed, even all of Oregon had long known. It de- lobbying—not one. Many of these com- as her legacy lives on. clared that Ursula Le Guin was a ‘‘Liv- panies had very public pro-climate po- Ursula Le Guin was born Ursula ing Legend’’ for her contributions to sitions. None said they had even been Kroeber on October 21, 1921, in Berke- American literature. consulted by the chamber about the ley, CA. Her parents were both success- The fact is, we love our bookstores, chamber’s anti-climate crusade. ful anthropologists who encouraged and I very often kid Michael Powell The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s war their kids to think and to question. Ex- and my wife Nancy that they are the on climate action isn’t just in lobbying posed to mythology and science fiction LeBron James and Damian Lillard of Congress. It also spends tens of mil- at an early age, she soon grew tired of bookstores. The fact is, Mrs. Le Guin lions of dollars in elections, using po- what she would later describe as White has been in demand in bookstores and litical attack ads to sink pro-climate men and soldiers going forth and con- libraries for decades, and she has al- candidates. So I asked in my last quering the universe. ways been sharing that wisdom in her speeches: Why? Why does the chamber A shy young woman, she escaped the books with visitors near and far. and NAM advance the special interests anxieties of adolescence by reading au- Thanks to her example and her influ- of the fossil fuel industry, opposing cli- thors like Austen, Shelley, and Tolstoy ence, generations of women writers mate action, ignoring their own pro- in her local public library. She went on have blazed new trails and defied old climate members, and turning their to Radcliffe College, graduating Phi dogmas. backs on the whole renewable energy Beta Kappa in 1951. She earned a mas- As a dad who knows full well the im- and green technology economy? Why, ter’s degree from Columbia University portance of reading in a child’s life, indeed. the following year and won a pres- this is really a special honor today to Well, today I would like to talk tigious Fulbright scholarship to con- be able to stand before this distin- about a fossil fuel trade association— tinue her studies in Paris. guished body and remember Ursula K. the American Petroleum Institute,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:20 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE6.003 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1235 API. API is a slightly different beast on carbon emissions would be bad for is great. Have your front group do your than the chamber and NAM. It rep- the economy. dirty work for you, fill your websites resents the oil and gas industry. You On the issue of methane flaring, API with happy assurances, while you let wouldn’t expect it to care about renew- out front led the charge against De- API loose on Washington to crush any able energy or green technology. API’s partment of the Interior and Environ- pro-climate policies that might actu- policy positions should align with the mental Protection Agency rules. Its ally reduce carbon emissions and big oil companies it represents, but it lobbying campaign has paid off, as two threaten your bottom line. gets complicated. It gets complicated of Trump’s fossil fuel stooges, Interior Hypocrisy? Yes, but then hypocrisy is because the big oil companies all claim Secretary Ryan Zinke and EPA Admin- famously the tribute vice pays to vir- to support action on climate change. istrator Scott Pruitt, are busily trying tue. I suppose it is at least a start. It Here is what ExxonMobil claims: ‘‘The to dismantle these rules. Luckily, they is a sign that we have reached the risk of climate change is clear and the are not very bright about it, and courts point where Big Oil recognizes the need risk warrants action.’’ keep upending their schemes. to try to at least look virtuous. That is In 2009, then-Exxon CEO Rex Let’s look at the lobbying. Big Oil a start, but it still leaves us with this Tillerson said the company supported a money provides much of API’s power in huge disconnect between the pro-cli- price on carbon. That is supposedly the Halls of Congress. API has spent mate policies the big oil companies ExxonMobil’s position today. over $100 million lobbying the Federal claim to support and their American Here is Shell on carbon pricing: ‘‘The Government, and apparently its lob- Petroleum Institute’s relentless anti- transition to low-carbon solutions is bying goes against the wishes as stated climate lobbying. best underpinned by meaningful gov- by its biggest clients, the four oil ma- Remember, throughout the oil indus- ernment-led carbon ‘pricing’ mecha- jors. If you look, there is a big bump up try’s decades-long campaign against nisms.’’ in 2009 and here through 2016—the climate action, they knew all along. On the Paris Agreement, Exxon pub- Obama years—when they wanted to go Exxon knew decades ago about the ef- licly supported the Paris Agreement, in and stop all kinds of progress on cli- fects of carbon pollution, but they as did Chevron, as did Shell, as did BP. mate change. worked through an elaborate web of In addition, BP and Shell signed on to In this building, we all know per- front groups to propagate doubt and an initiative to eliminate methane fectly well that API is not here lob- denial about the science they knew. flaring. bying for a price on carbon. We know Shell knew too. In 1991, Shell even So summing up, all of the major oil perfectly well that if a Republican were produced a documentary warning about companies supported the Paris Agree- to say, ‘‘I am for a price on carbon,’’ or the serious threat climate change ment. Three out of four, including sign on to a bill, they would probably posed to the future of civilization. De- ExxonMobil—the big kahuna—publicly get a visit from API saying, ‘‘Whoa, spite acknowledging this threat, Shell, support putting a price on carbon emis- not so fast there, partner.’’ We know like Exxon, continued to fund API and sions, and two of them even support perfectly well that they are not in this other front groups that sought to mis- eliminating methane flaring. building lobbying for the Paris accord. lead the public about climate change So where is the American Petroleum So why the discrepancy? Is it pos- and opposed climate action here in Institute on these policies? Let’s start sible that all of this money—$100 mil- Congress. with the Paris Agreement. API funds a lion—is being thrown around without group called the American Council on the approval of the big oil companies? Exxon’s trade group—this American Capital Formation, which, along with Has the American Petroleum Institute Petroleum Institute—also knew. They the Chamber of Commerce, funded the sort of gone off on its own, off the knew of the reality of climate change. debunked study claiming that the leash, free range, running away from They knew it was caused by carbon Paris Agreement would cause massive the oil companies? It is a puzzlement, emissions from fossil fuels, and they job losses and huge costs. This de- this vast gulf between the pro-climate knew of the danger it poses. Way back bunked report was cited by President policies the oil majors say they support in 1959—almost 60 years ago—API was Trump as justification for withdrawing and the anti-climate policies the API warned by an eminent scientist that if from the Paris accord. So API funded lobbyists support. we kept burning fossil fuels, we would the report used as a basis for with- I said one possibility is, Big Oil increase the concentration of carbon drawal—but wait. It gets better. The doesn’t know how its lobbying money dioxide in the atmosphere. Back in authors of this API-funded study are is being spent. Maybe those CEOs have 1959, they were warned. The prediction the same two characters API hired way lost control of their own trade associa- they received was that it would warm back in 1997 and 1998 to write similar tion and don’t even know it. I mean, the atmosphere, melt the icecaps, and reports critical of the Kyoto Protocol. after all, around here, who pays atten- submerge coastal cities and towns, as The Kyoto Protocol, of course, was vio- tion to their own lobbying operation, we are beginning to see along the Flor- lently opposed in the Senate by the fos- anyway? Maybe the $100 million is such ida coastline right now. That was the sil fuel industry and API. chump change to the big oil companies prediction in 1959. So here we are 20 years after Kyoto, that they have just lost track of it, In 1959, the concentration of carbon and API used almost exactly the same like we might lose change in our couch dioxide in the atmosphere was 316 parts playbook—even the same personnel— cushions. per million. Then, in 1968, a group of against the Paris Agreement that they Maybe—cover your ears, young scientists API had itself commissioned had used against the Kyoto accord, ex- pages, because I may say something warned API that significant tempera- cept that this time API paid for the re- shocking here—maybe it is a scam. It ture changes could occur by the year port through a front group to hide is totally shocking that a big corpora- 2000 and that, ultimately, potential API’s hand in torpedoing the Paris tion will say one thing and do another. damage to the environment could be Agreement. How do you relate that to What a concept, but it is a concept severe. By 1968, the atmosphere con- the stated position of the four oil ma- that works out great for Big Oil. The centration of CO2 was up to 323 parts jors for the Paris Agreement? You Big Oil CEOs get to go to cocktail par- per million. would have to ask API to explain. ties in Davos or on Fifth Avenue. They In 1980, scientists hired by API again So now let’s look at API’s position get to go to international conferences, warned API that carbon emissions on carbon pricing, which three out of and with all their sophisticated friends, from burning fossil fuels were likely to those four oil majors say they support. they get to say: Hey, we are not a have catastrophic effects. By 1980, the API’s President has claimed that his bunch of science-hating, heads-in-the- atmospheric concentration of CO2 was organization doesn’t have an official sand climate deniers. We have sensible 339. In 1983, API disbanded the sci- position on carbon pricing, but if you climate policies. entific working group it had created to take a look at API’s website, it is load- At the same time, they can send study global warming. Apparently, API ed with comments critical of putting a their lobbying goons out to make sure didn’t like what it was hearing so, in price on carbon, and API also funded no one in Congress takes that ‘‘sensible 1983, they shut it off. There is a legal yet another study claiming that a price climate policies’’ nonsense seriously. It term for when you are on notice but

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:20 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.031 S27FEPT1 S1236 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 then just turn away; it is called ‘‘will- it as a win—nearly 60 years of industry and clinics do everything from deliv- ful ignorance.’’ By 1983, the atmos- profits they protected behind the barri- ering babies, to providing dental serv- pheric concentration of CO2 was 343 cade of lies, but at what price to our ices, to fighting the opioid crisis. parts per million. country? At what price to Americans Right now, more than a year into Then came 1999, when James Han- whose lives have already, in many President Trump’s term, there is still sen’s famous Senate testimony threat- cases, been upended by climate change? no permanent leader at the Indian ened API’s willful ignorance scheme. At what price to people around the Health Service. Two weeks ago, the So API and its Big Oil members found- world who will suffer the effects of cli- nomination for IHS Director was with- ed a front group with the misleading mate change and one day want an an- drawn, and there hasn’t been a Senate- name Global Climate Coalition. What swer about why America, through all confirmed Director for years. This is it with these front groups and these this period, let this take place—why leadership vacuum creates a serious people, anyway? Why is it always these America let them down. problem. The IHS cannot engage in front groups? Global Climate Coalition The time for deception, the time for long-term planning without a perma- began to spread falsehoods and front groups, for misinformation, for nent Director at the helm. It cannot of- disinformation about climate science, inaction is over. API and its fossil fuel ficially fix problems at hospitals that even though in 1989 they knew. In 1989, allies over at the U.S. Chamber of Com- failed inspections and where Medicare they had known for 30 years, since that merce and National Association of and Medicaid funding is in jeopardy. It first report in 1959, and by 1989 the at- Manufacturers have blocked climate cannot move as decisively to ensure mospheric concentration was 353 parts action in Congress long enough. Look that IHS facilities stay open. It cannot per million. at the price we paid to allow the fossil implement agency-wide standards for In 1993, API hired one of the same fuel lobby to dictate climate policy in quality of care, as the Government Ac- men who wrote those phony Kyoto and this great body. Four hundred seven countability Office has recommended. Paris reports that I mentioned to write parts per million is a measurement, The IHS cannot prioritize competing a report attacking President Clinton’s and it is a measurement unprecedented issues, solve serious and longstanding so-called Btu tax on fuel sources. In in the full span of human history on problems, or work through how to 1993, the CO2 concentration in the at- this planet. meet multiple goals more effectively. mosphere was up to 357 parts per mil- I yield the floor. Its relationship with other Federal lion. In 1998, API did that report at- I suggest the absence of a quorum. agencies is weakened without a stable tacking the Kyoto Protocol. It also The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. leader—critical relationships with the commissioned what it called its Global RUBIO). The clerk will call the roll. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Climate Science Communications Plan, The senior assistant legislative clerk Services, the Office of Management and a plan designed to mislead Americans proceeded to call the roll. Budget, the Substance Abuse and Men- about climate science. By 1998, the at- Ms. WARREN. Mr. President, I ask tal Health Services Administration, mospheric concentration of CO2 was 367 unanimous consent that the order for and the rest of the Department of parts per million. the quorum call be rescinded. Health and Human Services. It cannot In 2009, API fought and killed the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ensure that programs like the Special Waxman-Markey cap-and-trade legisla- objection, it is so ordered. Diabetes Program for Indians, which tion that would have controlled carbon INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE has created real, positive outcomes, is emissions. By 2009, the atmospheric Ms. WARREN. Mr. President, I rise implemented as well as possible. The concentration of CO2 was 387 parts per today to call on President Trump to IHS cannot work out a direction for million. nominate a Director for the Indian the Service and hold a single stable Now here we are in 2018. API is still Health Service. leader accountable for doing a good fighting climate action. The concentra- There are many critical issues facing job. tion of carbon dioxide in the atmos- Indian Country—economic develop- The IHS faces serious challenges that phere is now 407 parts per million, al- ment, infrastructure, protection of Na- require the attention of a permanent, most 30 percent higher than it was tive lands, respect for Tribal govern- dedicated Director. The agency is un- when API probably first learned what ments—and after years and years of derfunded and has been underfunded for climate science meant. As we have broken promises, discrimination, and a long time. As a result, its facilities kept dumping carbon pollution into the neglect, Washington owes Tribes a often lack medical equipment that atmosphere, temperatures and sea lev- fighting chance to build stronger com- many Americans take for granted when els have indeed steadily risen—just as munities and a brighter future. they visit a clinic or a hospital, like an API was told they would. They knew, The Federal Indian trust responsi- MRI machine or a functioning oper- but they lied. bility means that Washington has a ating room. A 2016 report by the in- For decades, they lied on a massive basic legal obligation to the Tribes. spector general of the U.S. Department industrial scale. They lied through Washington also has a fundamental of Health and Human Services found phony science. They lied through moral obligation, and that starts with that IHS hospital administrators have phony front groups and bogus studies. basic healthcare. had difficulty recruiting and retaining They lied through talk shows. They American Indians have treaty rights critical staff. Aging hospital buildings lied through rightwing media. They to healthcare from the Federal Govern- and outdated equipment also raise con- lied through AstroTurf, and well-paid ment, but the U.S. Government cannot cerns about patient safety. The inspec- PR firms. They lied for decades, and fulfill our treaty obligations if key tor general cites concerns about cor- now the American people have to pay posts, such as the Director of IHS, lay roded pipes leaking sewage into the OR the price of climate change to the tune vacant for years. and not being able to find replacement of hundreds of billions of dollars. The IHS is a big deal. It is the pri- parts to fix old equipment the hospitals So, from their point of view, what mary Federal healthcare provider for are relying on. Doctors and nurses the heck? After decades of lying about American Indians and Alaska Natives. should be able to focus on helping their climate change, what is a little dis- It serves 2.2 million people spread patients get well, not on whether the crepancy now between what Big Oil across 36 States. It has a budget of building is habitable and basic facili- CEOs say and what Big Oil lobbyists nearly $5 billion annually. The IHS ties are available. do? The industry’s sophisticated and provides care through more than 660 There are also serious staffing short- expensive disinformation and lobbying clinics, hospitals, and health stations ages. At its Great Plains facilities, for campaign has blockaded climate action on or near reservations, many of them example, IHS vacancy rates have in this country for more than half a in remote and rural locations located reached 37 percent. Compare that to century. When you have been lying hours away from other health facili- my home State of Massachusetts, that long, maybe it is a hard habit to ties. It serves more than 13 million out- where only 6 percent of nursing jobs break. patient visitors a year. were vacant in 2015. Looking back at this whole scam, I The doctors, nurses, and other Tribal leaders are understandably guess API and its members actually see healthcare providers at IHS hospitals concerned about the direction of an

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.032 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1237 agency that plays such a vital role in We need a good person in this job, the water level of rivers continued to their communities. Here is what I which means the nominee must be rise, several communities had to evac- heard from Chairwoman Cheryl An- thoroughly vetted. But that is not an uate their homes for their own safety. drews-Maltais, of the Wampanoag excuse for more delay or for the White Sadly, these storms were so severe that Tribe of Gay Head—the Aquinnah—in House to drag its feet. It needs to work flooded roadways claimed the life of an Massachusetts: ‘‘This vacancy has cre- with the Tribes to find the right person Illinois resident after her car rolled ated significant instability and nega- for the job and then submit the nomi- into a rain-filled ditch. Multiple com- tively affects the already burdened IHS nation quickly. munities were evacuated, and in some system.’’ She added: ‘‘Not only is it a The person who heads up the IHS areas, residents had to be rescued by failure on the part of the Federal Gov- should be knowledgeable and should boat. ernment to not adequately fund have a vision for how to deliver better Some of the worst impacted areas healthcare for Indians; the failure to healthcare to Native Americans. The were in Iroquois, Kankakee, and appoint someone to lead this critical person should have the determination Vermilion Counties. The Governor de- service area is considered by many and commitment to push Congress to clared a State disaster for these coun- Tribes as gross negligence.’’ The chair- meet its treaty obligations in pro- ties, and the American Red Cross es- woman says that the United States is viding healthcare to Native commu- tablished shelters for evacuated resi- failing to keep its word and failing to nities. dents. fulfill its ‘‘solemn responsibility’’ to The Trump administration doesn’t These floods were not just limited to the Tribes. I agree with the chair- have a stellar record when it comes to communities in east central Illinois. woman. nominating the right people for impor- Counties in western and downstate Illi- Healthcare is a basic human right, tant jobs. I often strongly disagree nois were also among the most im- and everyone in this country deserves with the President’s picks. But leaving pacted. In Ford Heights, a suburb of access to quality, affordable hundreds of critical posts across our Chicago, at least 100 homes were im- pacted and seven residents were res- healthcare. But the stakes are particu- government vacant, including the IHS cued by boat. In north central Illinois, larly high for Native people. Director, has a devastating effect all a nursing home in LaSalle County had An American Indian or Alaska Na- its own. to be evacuated, and the next day, tive baby born today has a life expect- It wasn’t until just 2 weeks ago that parts of the county were placed under ancy that is almost 41⁄2 years shorter President Trump finally named a than the U.S. average. These little ba- mandatory evacuation order. nominee to be Commissioner of the Ad- Downstate, rain continued through bies are also more likely to die before ministration for Native Americans. the weekend, and crews from the De- they ever reach their first birthday. Several offices in the Federal bu- partment of Corrections worked to in- Native infant mortality is about 25 per- reaucracy have an important role in stall flood gates in Hardin County, and cent higher than for the U.S. as a running important programs for the Department of Transportation de- whole. Tribes, and the President hasn’t nomi- livered pumps, hoses, and sandbags to Chronic diseases like diabetes and nated heads for some of those offices— aid in recovery. The Illinois Depart- heart disease hit Native Americans for instance, the Director of the De- ment of Natural Resources also pro- harder too. For instance, American In- partment of Justice’s Office on Vio- vided boats to aid with flood patrols. dians and Alaska Natives die from dia- lence Against Women, which admin- Some of the areas that experienced betes at a rate that is three times high- isters key grant programs for Tribal heavy rains and flooding throughout er than that of the entire American programs to combat domestic violence last week, like Freeport in north- population. and sexual assault, and the Assistant western Illinois, were also impacted by Mental health and addiction issues Secretary of the Employment and flooding just last year. Freeport was are also a very big concern. The opioid Training Administration in the Depart- flooded in July 2017, and on Friday epidemic has devastated communities ment of Labor, which provides work- night, the Red Cross once again opened all over our country, but it is a par- force innovation and opportunity an emergency shelter there. Situations ticularly virulent problem for Native grants to Tribes and Tribal organiza- like this are the reason that commu- Americans, who have the highest per tions. These vacancies hit Native com- nities that often experience flooding capita rates of opioid overdoses in the munities hard, and they represent one need more assistance, both to plan for country. more broken promise to Native people. emergencies and to quickly mitigate Similarly, the alcohol-related death There is no excuse for delay. I urge the aftermath. rate for Native Americans is about 500 President Trump to move quickly to With extreme weather conditions percent higher than for the rest of the consult with Tribes and to submit a like these becoming more frequent and population. nomination for IHS Director. The Na- more severe, I have heard from many Suicide rates are about 70 percent tive community should not have to Illinois constituents who are concerned higher. wait any longer. about their ability to recover from re- Everyone struggling with addiction I yield the floor. peated flood events like these. I stand deserves access to high-quality treat- f ready to assist at the Federal level to ment, no matter who they are or where help these communities rebuild and re- they live. That is the only way we are LEGISLATIVE SESSION cover in a way that will allow them to going to make progress in tackling this be more resilient when the next flood crisis. But right now, in a place where MORNING BUSINESS occurs. the need is great, the Federal Govern- As is often the case when a disaster ment is failing to provide adequate Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I like this occurs, I was so impressed care. ask unanimous consent that the Sen- with the residents, first responders, With so much need, investing in im- ate resume legislative session for a pe- and local officials who worked tire- proving the IHS should be a top pri- riod of morning business, with Sen- lessly to protect their communities. I ority for Washington. I am glad that ators permitted to speak therein for up want to thank our local law enforce- the Trump administration’s latest to 10 minutes each. ment—firefighters and police—who al- budget for the IHS includes a funding The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ways do the best job to keep our com- increase. Still, this government needs objection, it is so ordered. munities safe and work long hours be- to do more—much more. A Senate-con- f cause of it. firmed Director can serve as the advo- I also want to recognize the hard cate the IHS needs in order to get the ILLINOIS FLOODING work of the State and Federal employ- resources it deserves. In fact, Federal Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, last ees that have pitched in at every level, law explicitly says that advocating week, rainstorms and melting snow including the Army Corps of Engineers, good Indian health policy is one of the caused flooding across Illinois, with the Department of Natural Resources, Director’s job responsibilities. We more than 20 counties throughout the and the Illinois Emergency Manage- should be doing that job. State placed under a flood warning. As ment Agency.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.034 S27FEPT1 S1238 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 Our thoughts are with the family and As Heideh leaves the Senate after tion management of lobster fishery friends of the Illinois resident who lost years of hard work and dedicated pub- from the Federal New England Fishery her life and with all those who have ex- lic service, she leaves behind an im- Management Council to the Atlantic perienced damage to their homes and pressive list of accomplishments and States Marine Fisheries Commission other property. We will rebuild—as the colleagues whose lives she touched be- and, as a result, expanded the Maine people of Illinois always do—and will cause she was such an exceptional role practice of marking egg-bearing fe- once again be stronger for it. model and mentor. I wish her contin- males and returning them to the water f ued success and much happiness in the so they may continue to breed to other years to come. States and Canadian provinces. He also HONORING COMMANDER PAUL oversaw successful efforts to signifi- BAUER f cantly reduce the large amount of lob- ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS Ms. DUCKWORTH. Mr. President, ster that was being caught in the Gulf today I wish to pay tribute to Com- of Maine as bycatch in draggers’ mander Paul Bauer, a 31-year veteran TRIBUTE TO DAVID COUSENS trawls, limit the total number of traps of the police force who was fatally shot that lobstermen fish and increase the ∑ on Tuesday February 13, 2018, while in Mr. KING. Mr. President, today I size of escape vents that allow juvenile the line of duty. Commander Bauer had wish to recognize David Cousens of lobsters to escape a trap. Most re- a remarkable career with the Chicago South Thomaston, ME, who will soon cently, as the fishery moves further Police Department and will be remem- retire from being the president of the offshore amidst warming ocean tem- bered by his colleagues as a model po- Maine Lobstermen’s Association after peratures and concerns about its impli- lice officer. Commander Bauer made a tenure spanning three decades. cations on whale population have aris- the ultimate sacrifice while protecting Dave’s skills as a leader and savvy as a en—Dave’s trademark leadership style our city and its people, and I am lobsterman have steered the organiza- has set the stage for meaningful ex- thankful for all of his years of service. tion and members of the industry it change and beneficial compromise on He leaves behind his wife, Erin, of 16 represents with a strong and steady an issue that will likely get a lot of at- years and his 13-year-old daughter, hand through a period of increased tention in the coming years. Grace. May his service, sacrifice, and landings, innovative conservation, and As Dave looks forward to spending a kind spirit serve as an inspiration to us improved regulatory structure. Dave’s little more time with his family and all. hallmark over his entire career was an friends, I wish to commend him on the f ability to listen to and foster respect exemplary leadership over the years— between a diverse crowd of harvesters, TRIBUTE TO HEIDEH SHAHMORADI listening, learning, and always keeping regulators, scientists, and other mem- Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, today I a clear, insightful, and good-humored bers of the industry. eye on the horizon.∑ wish to express my gratitude to Heideh When Dave became president of the Shahmoradi, who since 2011 has served Maine Lobstermen’s Association in f as clerk for the Appropriations Sub- 1991, great change was afoot. Then, RECOGNIZING ADVANCED committee on Transportation, Housing with annual landings in the range of 30 WELDING AND STEEL and Urban Development, and Related million pounds, lobstermen were not ∑ Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, setting Agencies, or THUD, for her many years limited in the number of traps they out to start a small business in Amer- of distinguished public service. fished, draggers were permitted to land Heideh’s 24 years of public service ica is not for the faint of heart. In large quantities of lobster, and, despite have included time on both the Senate many cases, it takes a great deal of a vast majority of it taking place in Appropriations Committee and the En- self-sufficiency and perseverance, and, State waters, the fishery was managed vironment and Public Works Com- for most, success does not come easily. federally. Furthermore, many of the mittee, as well as the Department of Success is often built through years of conservation measures that we now Transportation and the Federal High- hard work, sacrifice, and dedication. identify as integral to the fishery were, way Administration, where she first Today, I would like to recognize a at the time, only practiced voluntarily started as a part-time employee at the small business from my home State of by Maine lobstermen. age of 16. Idaho that exemplifies these very In her 7 years with THUD, Heideh has Over the past 27 years, while running traits. As chairman of the Committee played an instrumental role on a host one of the most prominent industry on Small Business and Entrepreneur- of issues. Her programmatic knowledge groups in the State, Dave has not ship, I am proud to recognize a and technical expertise have been crit- backed off his primary occupation, Grangeville, ID, small business, Ad- ical in policy-making decisions that that of a lobsterman. The time he has vanced Welding and Steel, as the Small ensured air traffic controllers were spent behind the wheel of his truck Business of the Month for February able to get back to safely managing getting to meetings up and down the 2018. This small business demonstrates our Nation’s air traffic control system coast of Maine, in meetings from Wash- a dedication to producing quality goods following the across-the-board spend- ington, DC, to Nova Scotia and every- while providing a unique service. Their ing cuts in 2013. Heideh has also where in between, and on the phone story reminds us that, with hard work worked to make groundbreaking trans- with anyone and everyone has not and dedication, Americans can accom- formations in how we address youth stopped him from continuing to fish a plish almost anything to which they homelessness, which afflicts far too full complement of traps—800 these set their minds. With over 20 years in many young people each year. Thanks days. This commitment, personal and business, Advanced Welding and Steel to Heideh’s dedicated efforts, we have communal, to an iconic Maine way of has served as a great example of the de- successfully created targeted programs life is a significant reason why the fish- termined entrepreneurial spirit found that are designed to meet the unique ery, which recently landed a record an- all across Idaho. needs of teenagers through the Youth nual catch of 130 million pounds, is Advanced Welding and Steel’s story Homelessness Demonstration Program, today both a crown jewel of Maine’s is the quintessential story of American in ways that our traditional approach coastal economy and a shining example entrepreneurship. Ryan Uhlenkott to homelessness was unsuccessful in of sustainability envied around the grew up in a hard-working entrepre- addressing. world. neurial family. He learned valuable Heideh is truly a consummate profes- For generations, Maine lobstermen traits such as a strong work ethic, sional, a brilliant expert, and most im- like Dave have known that to ensure timeliness, and honesty while working portantly, one of the kindest and their future livelihood and that of their on the family farm, splitting wood for friendliest people in the Senate. She is children—(his three sons are also the winter, and helping out at the fam- known by her colleagues as being an lobstermen)—they must responsibly ily water well drilling business. While a honest broker who is able to work in a shepherd the resource. Under Dave’s college student, he worked part time truly bipartisan fashion in order to leadership, the Maine Lobstermen’s As- sweeping floors in a welding shop, help us advance important legislation. sociation successfully helped transi- which led to a full-time welding job.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:29 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.028 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1239 Before he set out on his own, Ryan merce, Science, and Transportation ruary 27, 2018, he has signed the fol- gained experience in a variety of posi- Committee intern Anthony Stoks. An- lowing enrolled bills, which were pre- tions across the fabrication industry, thony hails from Adelaide, Australia, viously signed by the Speaker pro tem- including as a crane operator, planner, and is a law student at Flinders Uni- pore (Mr. MOONEY): mapper, welder, erecter, and fabricator. versity. H.R. 1725. An act to direct the Secretary of After receiving certifications in boiler While interning for the Commerce Veterans Affairs to submit certain reports and pipe welding, he decided to intro- Committee, Anthony assisted the Sub- relating to medical evidence submitted in duce his own approach to fabrication. committee on Space, Science, and support of claims for benefits under the laws He drew upon his knowledge, experi- Competitiveness. He is a dedicated administered by the Secretary. ence, and his innate entrepreneurial worker who was committed to getting H.R. 3122. An act to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to include on the internet mindset in 1998, when he founded Ad- the most out of his internship. I extend website of the Department of Veterans Af- vanced Welding and Steel. Ryan start- my sincere thanks and appreciation to fairs a warning regarding dishonest, preda- ed out with one welder mounted on the Anthony for all of the fine work he did tory, or otherwise unlawful practices tar- back of a pickup truck. The company for the committee and wish him con- geting individuals who are eligible for in- quickly grew in both employees and ca- tinued success in the years to come.∑ creased pension on the basis of need for reg- ular aid and attendance, and for other pur- pacity, going from a 6,000-square-foot f shop in 2003 to the current state-of-the- poses. MESSAGES FROM THE PRESIDENT H.R. 4533. An act to designate the health art 60,000-square-foot shop with paint care system of the Department of Veterans booths, shot blasters, and a railings Messages from the President of the Affairs in Lexington, Kentucky, as the ‘‘Lex- shop. A major motivating factor in United States were communicated to ington VA Health Care System’’ and to make starting his own business was Ryan’s the Senate by Ms. Ridgway, one of his certain other designations. desire to spend more time with his secretaries. f family. To this day, he considers his f family and his employees’ families to MEASURES REFERRED be the center of his business model. EXECUTIVE MESSAGES REFERRED The following bills were read the first Today, Advanced Welding and Steel In executive session the Presiding Of- and the second times by unanimous delivers its products across the western ficer laid before the Senate messages consent, and referred as indicated: United States, including Alaska and from the President of the United H.R. 767. An act to establish the Stop, Ob- Hawaii. The company’s attention to de- States submitting sundry nominations serve, Ask, and Respond to Health and tail in its processes of estimating, de- which were referred to the appropriate Wellness Training pilot program to address tailing, and project management has committees. human trafficking in the health care system; turned the small business into one of (The messages received today are to the Committee on Health, Education, the most respected fabricators in the Labor, and Pensions. printed at the end of the Senate pro- H.R. 880. An act to amend the Public region. A team of 15 highly qualified ceedings.) Health Service Act to facilitate assignment professionals work at the company, f of military trauma care providers to civilian and over the years, they estimate that trauma centers in order to maintain mili- they have delivered over 15 million MESSAGE FROM THE HOUSE tary trauma readiness and to support such pounds of steel to their customers. At 10:02 a.m., a message from the centers, and for other purposes; to the Com- Their hard work resulted in Advanced House of Representatives, delivered by mittee on Health, Education, Labor, and Welding and Steel being recognized in Mr. Novotny, one of its reading clerks, Pensions. the July 2017 edition of Modern Steel H.R. 1222. An act to amend the Public announced that the House has passed Health Service Act to coordinate Federal Construction for their outstanding the following bills, in which it requests congenital heart disease research efforts and work as the prime fabricator for the the concurrence of the Senate: to improve public education and awareness new student center at Gonzaga Univer- H.R. 767. An act to establish the Stop, Ob- of congenital heart disease, and for other sity in Spokane, WA. The company is serve, Ask, and Respond to Health and purposes; to the Committee on Health, Edu- committed to excellence in their craft Wellness Training pilot program to address cation, Labor, and Pensions. and also to the sustainable use of their human trafficking in the health care system. H.R. 2410. An act to amend the Public products, as over 90 percent of the steel H.R. 880. An act to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a sickle Health Service Act to facilitate assignment cell disease prevention and treatment dem- they work with has been recycled, add- onstration program and to provide for sickle ing to the overwhelmingly positive im- of military trauma care providers to civilian trauma centers in order to maintain mili- cell disease research, surveillance, preven- pact they bring to local Idaho commu- tary trauma readiness and to support such tion, and treatment; to the Committee on nities. centers, and for other purposes. Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The hard-working team members of H.R. 1222. An act to amend the Public H.R. 2422. An act to amend the Public Advanced Welding and Steel have dec- Health Service Act to coordinate Federal Health Service Act to improve essential oral ades of experience in multiple fields congenital heart disease research efforts and health care for low-income and other under- within the steel industry. Through to improve public education and awareness served individuals by breaking down barriers their commitment to their customers, of congenital heart disease, and for other to care, and for other purposes; to the Com- mittee on Health, Education, Labor, and Ryan’s team provides an excellent purposes. H.R. 2410. An act to amend the Public Pensions. product with exceptional service, and Health Service Act to reauthorize a sickle f they make a sizable impact in the local cell disease prevention and treatment dem- and national fabricating industry. onstration program and to provide for sickle MEASURES READ THE FIRST TIME They ensure that their projects are cell disease research, surveillance, preven- The following bill was read the first well planned and seamlessly executed. tion, and treatment. time: H.R. 2422. An act to amend the Public The State of Idaho is proud to be a S. 2464. A bill to improve border security Health Service Act to improve essential oral home for small businesses like them and to provide conditional provision resi- health care for low-income and other under- who go above and beyond in pursuit of dence to certain long-term residents who en- served individuals by breaking down barriers tered the United States as children. the American dream. to care, and for other purposes. I extend my sincerest congratula- f tions to Ryan Uhlenkott, his family, The message also announced that the and the entire team at Advanced Weld- House has passed the following bill, EXECUTIVE AND OTHER ing and Steel. I look forward to watch- with an amendment, in which it re- COMMUNICATIONS ing your continued growth and suc- quests the concurrence of the Senate: The following communications were cess.∑ S. 772. An act to amend the PROTECT Act laid before the Senate, together with to make Indian tribes eligible for AMBER f accompanying papers, reports, and doc- Alert grants. uments, and were referred as indicated: TRIBUTE TO ANTHONY STOKS ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED EC–4362. A communication from the Direc- ∑ Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, today I The President pro tempore (Mr. tor, Office of Management and Budget, Exec- recognize the hard work of my Com- HATCH) announced that on today, Feb- utive Office of the President, transmitting,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE6.038 S27FEPT1 S1240 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 pursuant to law, a report entitled ‘‘OMB Re- to law, a report relative to Military Heli- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- port to the Congress on the Joint Committee copter Noise; to the Committee on Armed ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Reductions for Fiscal Year 2019’’; to the Spe- Services. titled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Connecticut; Non- cial Committee on Aging; Agriculture, Nu- EC–4370. A communication from the Coun- attainment New Source Review Permit Re- trition, and Forestry; Appropriations; Armed sel of the Legislative and Regulatory Activi- quirements for the 2008 8-Hour Ozone Stand- Services; Banking, Housing, and Urban Af- ties Division, Office of the Comptroller of ard’’ (FRL No. 9973–18–Region 1) received in fairs; the Budget; Commerce, Science, and the Currency, Department of the Treasury, the Office of the President of the Senate on Transportation; Energy and Natural Re- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of February 15, 2018; to the Committee on Envi- sources; Environment and Public Works; Se- a rule entitled ‘‘Rules of Practice and Proce- ronment and Public Works. lect Committee on Ethics; Finance; Foreign dure; Rules of Practice and Procedure in Ad- EC–4379. A communication from the Chair- Relations; Health, Education, Labor, and judicatory Proceedings; Civil Money Penalty man of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Pensions; Homeland Security and Govern- Inflation Adjustments’’ (RIN1557–AE14) re- transmitting, pursuant to law, the Commis- mental Affairs; Indian Affairs; Select Com- ceived in the office of the President of the sion’s Strategic Plan for fiscal year 2018 mittee on Intelligence; the Judiciary; Rules Senate on February 15, 2018; to the Com- through fiscal year 2022; to the Committee and Administration; Small Business and En- mittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Af- on Environment and Public Works. trepreneurship; and Veterans’ Affairs. fairs. EC–4380. A communication from the Direc- EC–4363. A communication from the Direc- EC–4371. A communication from the Senior tor of the Regulatory Management Division, tor, Office of Management and Budget, Exec- Counsel, Legal Division, Bureau of Consumer Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- utive Office of the President, transmitting, Financial Protection, transmitting, pursu- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- pursuant to law, a report entitled ‘‘OMB Se- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled titled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Illinois; Rule Part questration Preview Report to the President ‘‘Rules Concerning Prepaid Accounts Under 225, Control of Emissions from Large Com- and Congress for Fiscal Year 2019’’; to the the Electronic Fund Transfer Act (Regula- bustion Sources’’ (FRL No. 9974–87–Region 5) Special Committee on Aging; Agriculture, tion E) and the Truth in Lending Act (Regu- received during adjournment of the Senate Nutrition, and Forestry; Appropriations; lation Z)’’ (12 CFR Part 1005 and 1026) re- in the Office of the President of the Senate Armed Services; Banking, Housing, and ceived in the Office of the President of the on February 22, 2018; to the Committee on Urban Affairs; the Budget; Commerce, Senate on February 15, 2018; to the Com- Environment and Public Works. Science, and Transportation; Energy and mittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Af- EC–4381. A communication from the Direc- Natural Resources; Environment and Public fairs. tor of the Regulatory Management Division, Works; Select Committee on Ethics; Fi- EC–4372. A communication from the Dep- nance; Foreign Relations; Health, Education, Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- uty General Counsel for Operations, Depart- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Labor, and Pensions; Homeland Security and ment of Housing and Urban Development, Governmental Affairs; Indian Affairs; Select titled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Indiana; Indiana transmitting, pursuant to law, four (4) re- NSR/PSD; Indiana PM2.5 NSR; Correction’’ Committee on Intelligence; the Judiciary; ports relative to vacancies in the Depart- Rules and Administration; Small Business (FRL No. 9974–88–Region 5) received during ment of Housing and Urban Development, re- adjournment of the Senate in the Office of and Entrepreneurship; and Veterans’ Affairs. ceived in the Office of the President of the EC–4364. A communication from the Direc- the President of the Senate on February 22, Senate on February 15, 2018; to the Com- 2018; to the Committee on Environment and tor of the Regulatory Management Division, mittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Af- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- Public Works. fairs. EC–4382. A communication from the Prin- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- EC–4373. A communication from the Presi- cipal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the titled ‘‘Distillates (petroleum), Solvent- dent of the United States, transmitting, pur- Army (Civil Works), transmitting proposed Dewaxed Heavy Paraffinic; Exemption from suant to law, a report on the continuation of legislation entitled ‘‘Washington Aqueduct the Requirement of a Tolerance’’ (FRL No. the national emergency with respect to Cuba Divestiture Act of 2018’’; to the Committee 9974–14) received during adjournment of the and of the emergency authority relating to on Environment and Public Works. Senate in the Office of the President of the the regulation of the anchorage and move- EC–4383. A communication from the Prin- Senate on February 22, 2018; to the Com- ment of vessels, as amended; to the Com- cipal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the mittee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and For- mittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Af- estry. Army (Civil Works), transmitting a legisla- fairs. EC–4365. A communication from the Direc- EC–4374. A communication from the Direc- tive proposal ‘‘Inland Waterways Revenue tor of the Regulatory Management Division, tor of the Regulatory Management Division, Act of 2018’’; to the Committee on Environ- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- ment and Public Works. ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- EC–4384. A communication from the Sec- titled ‘‘Quizalofop ethyl; Pesticide Toler- titled ‘‘Quizalofop ethyl, Pesticide Toler- retary of the Treasury, transmitting, pursu- ances’’ (FRL No. 9972–30) received during ad- ances’’ (FRL No. 9972–24) received in the Of- ant to law, the Department of the Treasury’s journment of the Senate in the Office of the fice of the President of the Senate on Feb- strategic plan for fiscal years 2018 - 2022; to President of the Senate on February 22, 2018; ruary 15, 2018; to the Committee on Agri- the Committee on Finance. to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, culture, Nutrition, and Forestry. EC–4385. A communication from the Chief and Forestry. of the Publications and Regulations Branch, EC–4366. A communication from the Direc- EC–4375. A communication from the Direc- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, Internal Revenue Service, Department of the tor of the Regulatory Management Division, Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Revenue Procedure ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- 2018–17’’ (Rev. Proc. 2018–17) received in the titled ‘‘Indaziflam; Pesticide Tolerances for titled ‘‘Pendimethalin; Pesticide Toler- ances’’ (FRL No. 9973–03) received in the Of- Office of the President of the Senate on Feb- Emergency Exemptions’’ (FRL No. 9973–10) ruary 15, 2018; to the Committee on Finance. received during adjournment of the Senate fice of the President of the Senate on Feb- ruary 15, 2018; to the Committee on Agri- EC–4386. A communication from the Chief in the Office of the President of the Senate of the Publications and Regulations Branch, on February 16, 2018; to the Committee on culture, Nutrition, and Forestry. EC–4376. A communication from the Direc- Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the EC–4367. A communication from the Direc- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, report of a rule entitled ‘‘Low-Income Hous- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- ing Credit Disaster Relief for the Common- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- wealth of Puerto Rico’’ (Notice 2018–17) re- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- titled ‘‘Approval of Arizona Plan Revisions, titled ‘‘Methyl-alpha-D-mannopyranoside Arizona Department of Environmental Qual- ceived during adjournment of the Senate in (Alpha Methyl Mannoside); Exemption from ity’’ (FRL No. 9974–68–Region 9) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on the Requirement of a Tolerance’’ (FRL No. the Office of the President of the Senate on February 21, 2018; to the Committee on Fi- 9972–04) received during adjournment of the February 15, 2018; to the Committee on Envi- nance. Senate in the Office of the President of the ronment and Public Works. EC–4387. A communication from the Dep- Senate on February 16, 2018; to the Com- EC–4377. A communication from the Direc- uty Inspector General for Audit Services, De- mittee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and For- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, partment of Health and Human Services, estry. Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- transmitting, pursuant to law, a report enti- EC–4368. A communication from the Under ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- tled ‘‘Review of Medicare Administrative Secretary of Defense (Comptroller), trans- titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Air Contractor Information Security Program mitting, pursuant to law, a report relative to Quality Implementation Plans; Virginia; Re- Evaluations for Fiscal Year 2016’’ ; to the violations of the Antideficiency Act that in- visions to Implement the Revocation of the Committee on Finance. volved fiscal years 2011–2015 Operation and 1997 Ozone NAAQS’’ (FRL No. 9974–66–Region EC–4388. A communication from the Chief Maintenance, Army (OMA), funds and was 3) received in the Office of the President of of the Border Security Regulations Branch, assigned case number 17–01; to the Com- the Senate on February 15, 2018; to the Com- Customs and Border Protection, Department mittee on Appropriations. mittee on Environment and Public Works. of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- EC–4369. A communication from the Sec- EC–4378. A communication from the Direc- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled retary of the Army, transmitting, pursuant tor of the Regulatory Management Division, ‘‘Technical Amendment to List of User Fee

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:29 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE6.011 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1241 Airports: Name Changes of Several Airports on D.C. Act 22–249, ‘‘Electric Vehicle Public partment of Homeland Security, transmit- and the Addition of Five Airports’’ (CBP Infrastructure Expansion Amendment Act of ting, pursuant to law, the Department’s 2017 Dec. 18–01) received during adjournment of 2018’’; to the Committee on Homeland Secu- Federal Information Security Management the Senate in the Office of the President of rity and Governmental Affairs. Act (FISMA) and Agency Privacy Manage- the Senate on February 16, 2018; to the Com- EC–4398. A communication from the Chair- ment Report; to the Committee on Homeland mittee on Finance. man of the Council of the District of Colum- Security and Governmental Affairs. EC–4389. A communication from the Assist- bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report EC–4410. A communication from the Vice ant Legal Adviser for Treaty Affairs, Depart- on D.C. Act 22–250, ‘‘Africare Real Property Chairman, Merit Systems Protection Board, ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to the Tax Relief Act of 2018’’; to the Committee on transmitting, pursuant to law, a report enti- Case-Zablocki Act, 1 U.S.C. 112b, as amended, Homeland Security and Governmental Af- tled ‘‘U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board the report of the texts and background state- fairs. Annual Performance Report for FY 2017 and ments of international agreements, other EC–4399. A communication from the Chair- Annual Performance Plan for FY 2018 (Final) than treaties (List 2018–0010 - 2018–0017); to man of the Council of the District of Colum- and FY 2019 (Proposed)’’ and the Board’s the Committee on Foreign Relations. bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report Strategic Plan for FY 2018–2022; to the Com- EC–4390. A communication from the Assist- on D.C. Act 22–251, ‘‘General Obligation mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- ant Secretary, Legislative Affairs, Depart- Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes for Fis- mental Affairs. ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to cal Years 2018–2023 Authorization Act of EC–4411. A communication from the Asso- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Amend- 2018’’; to the Committee on Homeland Secu- ciate General Counsel for General Law, De- ment to the International Traffic in Arms rity and Governmental Affairs. partment of Homeland Security, transmit- Regulations: Addition of South Sudan’’ EC–4400. A communication from the Chair- ting, pursuant to law, a report relative to a (RIN1400–AE51) received in the Office of the man of the Council of the District of Colum- vacancy in the position of Under Secretary, President of the Senate on February 15, 2018; bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report National Protection and Programs Direc- to the Committee on Foreign Relations. on D.C. Act 22–252, ‘‘East End Commercial torate, Department of Homeland Security, EC–4391. A communication from the Assist- Real Property Tax Rate Reduction Amend- received during adjournment of the Senate ant Secretary, Legislative Affairs, Depart- ment Act of 2018’’; to the Committee on in the Office of the President of the Senate ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to Homeland Security and Governmental Af- on February 22, 2018; to the Committee on section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, fairs. Homeland Security and Governmental Af- the certification of a proposed license for the EC–4401. A communication from the Chair- fairs. export of defense articles, including tech- man of the Council of the District of Colum- EC–4412. A communication from the Chief bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report nical data and defense services to Australia of External Affairs and Performance Branch, on D.C. Act 22–253, ‘‘Jackson School Lease to support the manufacture, assembly, and Office of Government Ethics, transmitting, Renewal Authorization Act of 2018’’; to the support of Gimbal Weapon Mounts for Re- pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- motely Operated Weapon System for ulti- cancy in the position of Director, Office of ernmental Affairs. mate end-use by the government of Saudi Government Ethics, received during adjourn- EC–4402. A communication from the Chair- ment of the Senate in the Office of the Presi- Arabia in the amount of $50,000,000 or more man of the Council of the District of Colum- (Transmittal No. DDTC 17–021); to the Com- dent of the Senate on February 20, 2018; to bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report the Committee on Homeland Security and mittee on Foreign Relations. on D.C. Act 22–254, ‘‘East End Grocery and EC–4392. A communication from the Assist- Governmental Affairs. Retail Incentive Tax Exemption Act of 2018’’; EC–4413. A communication from the Chief ant Secretary, Legislative Affairs, Depart- to the Committee on Homeland Security and Financial Officer, National Labor Relations ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to Governmental Affairs. Board, transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, EC–4403. A communication from the Chair- port entitled ‘‘Performance and Account- the certification of a proposed license for the man of the Council of the District of Colum- ability Report for Fiscal Year 2017’’; to the export of defense articles, including tech- bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- nical data and defense services to Japan to on D.C. Act 22–255, ‘‘Washington Metrorail ernmental Affairs. support the integration, operation, mainte- Safety Commission Board of Directors Ap- EC–4414. A communication from the Ad- nance, test, repair, and general support of pointment Amendment Act of 2018’’; to the ministrator, Small Business Administration, the Microwave Power Module Based Trans- Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- transmitting, pursuant to law, the Uniform mitter for the Japanese Ministry of Defense ernmental Affairs. Resource Locator (URL) for the Administra- F–15J aircraft in the amount of $100,000,000 or EC–4404. A communication from the Sec- tion’s Strategic Plan for fiscal years 2018– more (Transmittal No. DDTC 17–115); to the retary of the Treasury, transmitting, pursu- 2022; to the Committee on Small Business Committee on Foreign Relations. ant to law, a report entitled ‘‘Financial Re- and Entrepreneurship. EC–4393. A communication from the In- port of the United States Government for EC–4415. A communication from the Presi- spector General of the Railroad Retirement Fiscal Year 2017’’; to the Committee on dent of the United States, transmitting, pur- Board, transmitting, pursuant to law, the In- Homeland Security and Governmental Af- suant to law, the Economic Report of the spector General’s Congressional Budget Jus- fairs. President together with the 2018 Annual Re- tification for fiscal year 2019; to the Com- EC–4405. A communication from the Presi- port of the Council of Economic Advisers; to mittee on Health, Education, Labor, and dent and CEO, Inter-American Foundation, the Joint Economic Committee. Pensions. transmitting, pursuant to law, the Founda- EC–4416. A communication from the Direc- EC–4394. A communication from the Attor- tion’s FY17 Annual Performance Report; to tor, Bureau of Economic Analysis, Depart- ney-Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department the Committee on Homeland Security and ment of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- Governmental Affairs. to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Inter- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled EC–4406. A communication from the Presi- national Services Surveys: BE–120 Bench- ‘‘Drawbridge Operation Regulation; China dent and CEO, Inter-American Foundation, mark Survey of Transactions in Selected Basin, Mission Creek, San Francisco, CA’’ transmitting, pursuant to law, the Founda- Services and Intellectual Property With For- ((RIN1625–AA09) (Docket No. USCG–2017– tion’s FY17 Annual Performance Report; to eign Persons’’ (RIN0691–AA87) received dur- 1015)) received during adjournment of the the Committee on Homeland Security and ing adjournment of the Senate in the Office Senate in the Office of the President of the Governmental Affairs. of the President of the Senate on February Senate on February 20, 2018; to the Com- EC–4407. A communication from the Attor- 16, 2018; to the Committee on Commerce, mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- ney-Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department Science, and Transportation. tation. of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- EC–4417. A communication from the Asso- EC–4395. A communication from the Chair- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ciate Bureau Chief, Wireline Competition man of the Council of the District of Colum- ‘‘Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Bureau, Federal Communications Commis- bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report Pequonnock River, Bridgeport, CT’’ sion, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- on D.C. Act 22–247, ‘‘National Community ((RIN1625–AA09) (Docket No. USCG–2017– port of a rule entitled ‘‘Connect America Reinvestment Coalition Real Property Tax 0161)) received during adjournment of the Fund; ETC Annual Reports and Certifi- Exemption Amendment Act of 2018’’ ; to the Senate in the Office of the President of the cations; Rural Broadband Experiments; and Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- Senate on February 20, 2018; to the Com- Connect America Fund Phase II Auction’’ ernmental Affairs. mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- ((WC Docket No. 10–90; WC Docket No. 14–58; EC–4396. A communication from the Chair- tation. WC Docket No. 14–259; and AU Docket No. 17– man of the Council of the District of Colum- EC–4408. A communication from the In- 182) (FCC 18–5)) received during adjournment bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report spector General of the Railroad Retirement of the Senate in the Office of the President on D.C. Act 22–248, ‘‘Bicycle and Pedestrian Board, transmitting, pursuant to law, the In- of the Senate on February 16, 2018; to the Safety Clarification Amendment Act of spector General’s Congressional Budget Jus- Committee on Commerce, Science, and 2018’’; to the Committee on Homeland Secu- tification for fiscal year 2019; to the Com- Transportation. rity and Governmental Affairs. mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- EC–4418. A communication from the Assist- EC–4397. A communication from the Chair- mental Affairs. ant Secretary for Export Administration, man of the Council of the District of Colum- EC–4409. A communication from the Assist- Bureau of Industry and Security, Depart- bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report ant Secretary for Legislative Affairs, De- ment of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:01 May 31, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD18\FEBRUARY\S27FE8.REC S27FE8 S1242 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Russian John P. York, which nominations were re- Air Force nominations beginning with Sanctions: Addition of Certain Entities to ceived by the Senate and appeared in the Kerry L. Hirzel and ending with Joshua S. the Entity List’’ (RIN0694–AH48) received Congressional Record on January 18, 2018. Trice, which nominations were received by during adjournment of the Senate in the Of- Air Force nominations beginning with Col. the Senate and appeared in the Congres- fice of the President of the Senate on Feb- Christopher R. Alderdice and ending with sional Record on February 5, 2018. ruary 22, 2018; to the Committee on Com- Col. David J. Mounkes, which nominations Air Force nomination of Miguel J. Mo- merce, Science, and Transportation. were received by the Senate and appeared in rales, to be Major. EC–4419. A communication from the Dep- the Congressional Record on January 18, Air Force nominations beginning with uty Assistant Administrator for Regulatory 2018. Julie A. Bowman and ending with Larrin S. Programs, Office of Protected Resources, De- Marine Corps nominations beginning with Wampler, which nominations were received partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- Col. Timothy L. Adams and ending with Col. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘En- Karl D. Pierson, which nominations were re- sional Record on February 5, 2018. dangered and Threatened Wildlife and ceived by the Senate and appeared in the Air Force nominations beginning with Plants; Listing the Oceanic Whitetip Shark Congressional Record on January 18, 2018. Marc M. Adair and ending with Jesse B. as Threatened Under the Endangered Species Air Force nominations beginning with Zydallis, which nominations were received Act’’ (RIN0648–XE314) received during ad- Brig. Gen. John J. DeGoes and ending with by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- journment of the Senate in the Office of the Brig. Gen. Lee E. Payne, which nominations sional Record on February 8, 2018. President of the Senate on February 22, 2018; were received by the Senate and appeared in Army nomination of Devry C. Anderson, to to the Committee on Commerce, Science, the Congressional Record on February 5, be Colonel. and Transportation. 2018. Army nominations beginning with Andrew EC–4420. A communication from the Attor- Army nomination of Brig. Gen. Jeffrey P. A. Arndt and ending with D013347, which ney-Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department Kramer, to be Major General. nominations were received by the Senate and of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- Navy nomination of Rear Adm. (lh) Gordon appeared in the Congressional Record on ant to law, the report of a rule entitled D. Peters, to be Vice Admiral. January 19, 2018. ‘‘Harmonization of Fire Protection Equip- Navy nomination of Rear Adm. Brian B. Army nomination of Tyler M. Aber- ment Standards for Towing Vessels’’ Brown, to be Vice Admiral. crombie, to be Lieutenant Colonel. ((RIN1625–AC43) (Docket No. USCG–2017– Air Force nomination of Col. John J. Army nomination of Randolph S. Car- 1060)) received during adjournment of the Allen, to be Brigadier General. penter, to be Lieutenant Colonel. Senate in the Office of the President of the Army nomination of Col. Todd M. Army nomination of Angel Soto, to be Senate on February 22, 2018; to the Com- Lazaroski, to be Brigadier General. Major. mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- Mr. INHOFE for Mr. McCAIN. Mr. Army nominations beginning with Mat- tation. President, for the Committee on Armed thew C. Dawson and ending with Lee C. Novy, which nominations were received by EC–4421. A communication from the Attor- Services I report favorably the fol- ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- the Senate and appeared in the Congres- partment of Transportation, transmitting, lowing nomination lists which were sional Record on January 19, 2018. pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- printed in the RECORDS on the dates in- Army nomination of Thomas A. Summers, cancy for the position of Assistant Secretary dicated, and ask unanimous consent, to to be Lieutenant Colonel. for Governmental Affairs, received in the Of- save the expense of reprinting on the Army nomination of Christina M. Buchner, fice of the President of the Senate on Feb- Executive Calendar that these nomina- to be Lieutenant Colonel. ruary 15, 2018; to the Committee on Com- tions lie at the Secretary’s desk for the Army nomination of Marcia L. Lewis, to be merce, Science, and Transportation. information of Senators. Colonel. Army nomination of Jack E. Shields III, to EC–4422. A communication from the Attor- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ney-Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department be Colonel. of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- objection, it is so ordered. Army nomination of Jerzy M. Matyszczuk, ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Spe- Air Force nominations beginning with to be Lieutenant Colonel. cial Local Regulation; Pamlico River, Wash- Paul Obi Amaliri and ending with Meoshia Army nominations beginning with Alecia ington, NC’’ ((RIN1625–AA08) (Docket No. A. Wilson, which nominations were received D. Biddison and ending with Roger R. Wold, USCG–2017–1100)) received during adjourn- by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- which nominations were received by the Sen- ment of the Senate in the Office of the Presi- sional Record on November 14, 2017. ate and appeared in the Congressional dent of the Senate on February 20, 2018; to Air Force nominations beginning with Carl Record on February 5, 2018. the Committee on Commerce, Science , and P. Bhend and ending with Christopher M. Army nominations beginning with Joseph Transportation. Wolbert, which nominations were received W. Bishop and ending with Robert T. Utlaut, EC–4423. A communication from the Attor- by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- which nominations were received by the Sen- ney-Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department sional Record on January 19, 2018. ate and appeared in the Congressional of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- Air Force nominations beginning with Ste- Record on February 5, 2018. ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Spe- ven J. Acevedo and ending with Heather C. Army nomination of Jennifer L. White, to cial Local Regulation; Gasparilla Marine Pa- Yun, which nominations were received by be Major. rade; Hillsborough Bay, Tampa, FL’’ the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Army nomination of Patrick E. Mather, to ((RIN1625–AA08) (Docket No. USCG–2017– sional Record on January 19, 2018. be Major. 1102)) received during adjournment of the Air Force nominations beginning with Army nominations beginning with Luis G. Senate in the Office of the President of the Nataliya A. Ables and ending with Michelle Fuchu and ending with Dexter C. Nunnally, Senate on February 20, 2018; to the Com- L. Zielinski, which nominations were re- which nominations were received by the Sen- mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- ceived by the Senate and appeared in the ate and appeared in the Congressional tation. Congressional Record on January 19, 2018. Record on February 5, 2018. EC–4424. A communication from the Attor- Air Force nominations beginning with Army nomination of Olivia H. Ivey, to be ney-Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department George Z. Aberth and ending with Veranika Major. of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- Zakharyeva, which nominations were re- Army nomination of Han S. Kim, to be ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ceived by the Senate and appeared in the Major. ‘‘Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Canav- Congressional Record on January 19, 2018. Army nomination of John E. Richardson, eral Barge Canal; Canaveral, FL’’ ((RIN1625– Air Force nominations beginning with to be Colonel. AA09) (Docket No. USCG–2017–0161)) received Kevin D. Alford and ending with Winnifred Army nomination of Paul A. White, to be during adjournment of the Senate in the Of- M. Wong, which nominations were received Lieutenant Colonel. fice of the President of the Senate on Feb- by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Army nominations beginning with Robert ruary 20, 2018; to the Committee on Com- sional Record on January 19, 2018. T. Carter, Jr. and ending with Charles A. merce, Science, and Transportation. Air Force nominations beginning with Ann Phillips, which nominations were received E. Alexander and ending with Patrick B. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- f Parsons, which nominations were received sional Record on February 5, 2018. EXECUTIVE REPORTS OF by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Army nomination of Kyle R. Stiefel, to be COMMITTEE sional Record on January 19, 2018. Lieutenant Colonel. Air Force nomination of David J. Caswell, Army nomination of Adam C. Miller, to be The following executive reports of to be Colonel. Colonel. nominations were submitted: Air Force nomination of Bruce P. Army nomination of Mathew M. Condry, to By Mr. INHOFE for Mr. McCAIN for the Heseltine, Jr., to be Colonel. be Colonel. Committee on Armed Services. Air Force nominations beginning with Mi- Army nominations beginning with David Air Force nomination of Col. Lee H. chael T. Cain and ending with Ilda Y. Isaza, A. Amamoo and ending with D013799, which Harvis, to be Brigadier General. which nominations were received by the Sen- nominations were received by the Senate and Air Force nominations beginning with Col. ate and appeared in the Congressional appeared in the Congressional Record on Michael L. Ahmann and ending with Col. Record on February 5, 2018. February 8, 2018.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE6.015 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1243 Army nomination of Jason B. Yenrick, to Navy nomination of Elisabeth S. Stephens, for brick and structural clay products or for be Lieutenant Colonel. to be Captain. clay ceramics manufacturing before requir- Army nomination of David R. Addams, to (Nominations without an asterisk ing compliance with the rules by existing be Major. were reported with the recommenda- sources; to the Committee on Environment Army nomination of Pankaj A. and Public Works. Ksheersagar, to be Major. tion that they be confirmed.) By Mr. LEAHY (for himself and Mr. Army nomination of Michael P. Sargent, f DAINES): to be Major. INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND S. 2462. A bill to place restrictions on Army nomination of Nicholas E. Hurd, to searches and seizures of electronic devices at be Major. JOINT RESOLUTIONS the border; to the Committee on Homeland Army nomination of Michael C. Agbay, to The following bills and joint resolu- Security and Governmental Affairs. be Major. tions were introduced, read the first By Mr. CORKER (for himself, Mr. Army nomination of Jay A. Iannacito, to and second times by unanimous con- COONS, Mr. ISAKSON, Mr. MURPHY, Mr. be Colonel. sent, and referred as indicated: YOUNG, Mrs. SHAHEEN, Mr. PORTMAN, Marine Corps nomination of Lonnie M. and Mr. KAINE): McGhee, Jr., to be Lieutenant Colonel. By Mr. GRASSLEY: S. 2463. A bill to establish the United Marine Corps nominations beginning with S. 2453. A bill to amend title XVIII of the States International Development Finance Michael E. Feuquay and ending with Heath Social Security Act to require hospitals to Corporation, and for other purposes; to the E. Ruppert, which nominations were received provide the Secretary with information on Committee on Foreign Relations. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- the hospital’s acquisition costs for 340B By Mr. FLAKE (for himself and Ms. drugs and the total revenues received by the sional Record on February 5, 2018. HEITKAMP): Marine Corps nominations beginning with hospital for such drugs; to the Committee on S. 2464. A bill to improve border security Shawn P. Chabot and ending with Ricardo B. Finance. and to provide conditional provision resi- Rivera, which nominations were received by By Ms. WARREN (for herself, Mr. MAR- dence to certain long-term residents who en- the Senate and appeared in the Congres- KEY, Mr. MERKLEY, Mrs. FEINSTEIN, tered the United States as children; read the sional Record on February 8, 2018. Mr. DURBIN, Mr. BLUMENTHAL, and first time. Marine Corps nominations beginning with Mrs. GILLIBRAND): By Mr. MARKEY (for himself, Mr. Enrique Luz, Jr. and ending with Jeremy J. S. 2454. A bill to amend the Securities Ex- SCHUMER, Mr. WYDEN, Ms. CANTWELL, Willoughby, which nominations were re- change Act of 1934 to require disclosure of Mr. SCHATZ, Mr. BLUMENTHAL, Mr. ceived by the Senate and appeared in the payments for settlements of disputes regard- WHITEHOUSE, Mr. MERKLEY, Mrs. Congressional Record on February 8, 2018. ing sexual abuse and certain types of GILLIBRAND, Ms. BALDWIN, Mr. HEIN- Marine Corps nominations beginning with harrassment and discrimination, and for RICH, Ms. HASSAN, Ms. KLOBUCHAR, Jeffrey A. Bryant and ending with Joe A. other purposes; to the Committee on Bank- Mr. PETERS, Ms. STABENOW, Mr. Saenz, which nominations were received by ing, Housing, and Urban Affairs. LEAHY, Mr. SANDERS, Mr. BROWN, Mr. the Senate and appeared in the Congres- By Mr. BROWN (for himself, Mr. REED, Mr. KAINE, Ms. WARREN, Mr. sional Record on February 8, 2018. TOOMEY, Ms. KLOBUCHAR, and Mr. DURBIN, Mr. BENNET, Mrs. SHAHEEN, Marine Corps nominations beginning with GRAHAM): Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. CARDIN, Ms. Andrew E. Cheatum and ending with Joseph S. 2455. A bill to encourage United States- HIRONO, Ms. DUCKWORTH, Ms. HARRIS, M. David, which nominations were received Ukraine cybersecurity cooperation and re- Mrs. MCCASKILL, Mr. UDALL, Mr. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- quire a report regarding such cooperation, BOOKER, Mr. CASEY, Ms. CORTEZ sional Record on February 8, 2018. and for other purposes; to the Committee on MASTO, Mr. MENENDEZ, Mrs. MURRAY, Marine Corps nominations beginning with Foreign Relations. Ms. SMITH, Mr. TESTER, Mr. KING, Mr. Brian K. Evans and ending with Jeremy F. By Mr. PORTMAN (for himself, Mr. NELSON, Mr. MURPHY, Mrs. FEIN- Ortiz, which nominations were received by WHITEHOUSE, Mrs. CAPITO, Ms. KLO- STEIN, Mr. WARNER, Mr. DONNELLY, the Senate and appeared in the Congres- BUCHAR, Mr. SULLIVAN, Ms. HASSAN, Mr. CARPER, Mr. COONS, Ms. sional Record on February 8, 2018. Mr. CASSIDY, and Ms. CANTWELL): HEITKAMP, Mr. MANCHIN, and Mr. Marine Corps nominations beginning with S. 2456. A bill to reauthorize and expand JONES): Daniel H. Flick and ending with Jesse C. the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery S.J. Res. 52. A joint resolution providing Tallman, which nominations were received Act of 2016; to the Committee on Health, for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Education, Labor, and Pensions. of title 5, United States Code, of the rule sional Record on February 8, 2018. By Mr. KAINE (for himself, Mr. BOOZ- submitted by the Federal Communications Marine Corps nominations beginning with MAN, and Mr. TESTER): Commission relating to ‘‘Restoring Internet Ezra H. Bardo and ending with Michael C. S. 2457. A bill to provide a work oppor- Freedom’’; to the Committee on Commerce, Medley, which nominations were received by tunity tax credit for military spouses and to Science, and Transportation. the Senate and appeared in the Congres- provide for flexible spending arrangements sional Record on February 8, 2018. for childcare services for military families; f Marine Corps nominations beginning with to the Committee on Finance. Matthew C. Pampush and ending with Ste- By Ms. COLLINS (for herself, Ms. SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND phen T. Sutton, which nominations were re- HEITKAMP, Mr. FLAKE, Mr. HEINRICH, SENATE RESOLUTIONS ceived by the Senate and appeared in the Mr. TOOMEY, Ms. BALDWIN, Mr. KING, The following concurrent resolutions Congressional Record on February 8, 2018. Mr. NELSON, Mr. MANCHIN, and Mr. and Senate resolutions were read, and Marine Corps nominations beginning with KAINE): Odin Pineda and ending with James M. Rod, S. 2458. A bill to authorize the Attorney referred (or acted upon), as indicated: which nominations were received by the Sen- General to deny the transfer of firearms and By Mr. DURBIN (for himself, Mr. ate and appeared in the Congressional explosives and Federal firearms and explo- MENENDEZ, Mr. CARDIN, Mr. VAN HOL- Record on February 8, 2018. sives licenses and permits to known or sus- LEN, Mr. LEAHY, Mr. NELSON, Mr. Marine Corps nominations beginning with pected terrorists; to the Committee on the BENNET, Mr. COONS, Mr. REED, Mr. Natalie E. Moore and ending with Brooke J. Judiciary. KAINE, and Mr. SANDERS): Speers, which nominations were received by By Mr. WHITEHOUSE: S. Res. 414. A resolution condemning the the Senate and appeared in the Congres- S. 2459. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- continued undemocratic measures by the sional Record on February 13, 2018. enue Code of 1986 to provide for current year Government of Venezuela to undermine the Navy nomination of Henry J. Kennedy, to inclusion of net CFC tested income, and for independence of democratic institutions and be Lieutenant Commander. other purposes; to the Committee on Fi- calling for a free and fair electoral process; Navy nomination of John A. Mills, to be nance. to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Captain. By Mr. BENNET (for himself, Mr. By Mr. GRASSLEY (for himself, Mr. Navy nomination of Eric C. Correll, to be HELLER, Ms. WARREN, and Mr. COONS, Ms. WARREN, Mr. DURBIN, and Captain. TOOMEY): Ms. KLOBUCHAR): Navy nomination of Jamal L. Headen, to S. 2460. A bill to amend title XVIII of the S. Res. 415. A resolution designating March be Lieutenant Commander. Social Security Act to require e-prescribing 2, 2018, as ‘‘National Speech and Debate Edu- Navy nominations beginning with Patrick for coverage under part D of the Medicare cation Day’’; considered and agreed to. P. Arrigo and ending with Oliver C. Zufelt, program of prescription drugs that are con- By Mr. KAINE (for himself, Mr. which nominations were received by the Sen- trolled substances; to the Committee on Fi- PORTMAN, Ms. BALDWIN, Mr. YOUNG, ate and appeared in the Congressional nance. Mr. BARRASSO, Mr. BENNET, Mr. Record on February 5, 2018. By Mr. WICKER (for himself and Mr. BLUMENTHAL, Mr. BOOZMAN, Mr. Navy nomination of Jessica M. Ferraro, to DONNELLY): BROWN, Ms. CANTWELL, Mrs. CAPITO, be Lieutenant Commander. S. 2461. A bill to allow for judicial review of Mr. CASEY, Mr. COONS, Ms. CORTEZ Navy nomination of Vijay M. Ravindra, to certain final rules relating to national emis- MASTO, Mr. DAINES, Mr. DONNELLY, be Lieutenant Commander. sion standards for hazardous air pollutants Ms. DUCKWORTH, Mr. DURBIN, Mr.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE6.016 S27FEPT1 S1244 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 ENZI, Mrs. FEINSTEIN, Ms. HARRIS, ease Control and Prevention for con- of S. 1945, a bill to regulate large ca- Ms. HASSAN, Mr. HATCH, Mr. HEIN- ducting or supporting research on fire- pacity ammunition feeding devices. RICH, Ms. HEITKAMP, Ms. HIRONO, Mr. arms safety or gun violence prevention. S. 2073 HOEVEN, Mr. INHOFE, Mr. ISAKSON, S. 1091 Mr. KING, Ms. KLOBUCHAR, Mr. At the request of Mr. BENNET, the MANCHIN, Mr. MARKEY, Mrs. MURRAY, At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the name of the Senator from North Da- Mr. PERDUE, Mr. PETERS, Mr. ROB- name of the Senator from Minnesota kota (Ms. HEITKAMP) was added as a co- ERTS, Mr. ROUNDS, Mrs. SHAHEEN, Ms. (Ms. SMITH) was added as a cosponsor sponsor of S. 2073, a bill to establish a SMITH, Ms. STABENOW, Mr. THUNE, of S. 1091, a bill to establish a Federal vegetation management pilot program Mr. TILLIS, Mr. WARNER, and Mr. Task Force to Support Grandparents on National Forest System land to bet- WYDEN): Raising Grandchildren. ter protect utility infrastructure from S. Res. 416. A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Career and Technical S. 1278 passing wildfire, and for other pur- Education Month; considered and agreed to. At the request of Mr. CARPER, the poses. By Mr. BOOZMAN (for himself and Mr. names of the Senator from California S. 2076 COTTON): (Ms. HARRIS) and the Senator from At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the S. Con. Res. 34. A concurrent resolution Vermont (Mr. LEAHY) were added as co- name of the Senator from Indiana (Mr. recognizing the rich history, heritage, and sponsors of S. 1278, a bill to provide for YOUNG) was added as a cosponsor of S. strategic importance of the Republic of the the admission of the State of Wash- Marshall Islands and the Marshallese popu- 2076, a bill to amend the Public Health lation residing in the United States; to the ington, D.C. into the Union. Service Act to authorize the expansion Committee on Energy and Natural Re- S. 1539 of activities related to Alzheimer’s dis- sources. At the request of Ms. KLOBUCHAR, the ease, cognitive decline, and brain By Mr. WARNER (for himself and Mr. name of the Senator from Delaware health under the Alzheimer’s Disease BLUNT): (Mr. CARPER) was added as a cosponsor and Healthy Aging Program, and for S. Con. Res. 35. A concurrent resolution au- of S. 1539, a bill to protect victims of other purposes. thorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to stalking from gun violence. S. 2135 present the Congressional Gold Medal collec- S. 1589 At the request of Mr. CORNYN, the tively to the members of the Office of Stra- At the request of Mr. ROBERTS, the names of the Senator from Michigan tegic Services; considered and agreed to. name of the Senator from Montana (Mr. PETERS), the Senator from South f (Mr. DAINES) was added as a cosponsor Dakota (Mr. THUNE), the Senator from ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS of S. 1589, a bill to amend the Internal Missouri (Mr. BLUNT) and the Senator Revenue Code of 1986 and the Small from Illinois (Ms. DUCKWORTH) were S. 58 Business Act to expand the availability added as cosponsors of S. 2135, a bill to At the request of Mr. HELLER, the of employee stock ownership plans in S enforce current law regarding the Na- names of the Senator from Iowa (Mrs. corporations, and for other purposes. tional Instant Criminal Background ERNST) and the Senator from Con- S. 1632 Check System. LUMENTHAL necticut (Mr. B ) were added At the request of Mr. MORAN, the S. 2208 as cosponsors of S. 58, a bill to amend name of the Senator from New Hamp- At the request of Mr. MARKEY, the the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to re- shire (Mrs. SHAHEEN) was added as a co- name of the Senator from West Vir- peal the excise tax on high cost em- sponsor of S. 1632, a bill to establish an ginia (Mr. MANCHIN) was added as a co- ployer-sponsored health coverage. additional fund in the Treasury to sponsor of S. 2208, a bill to provide for S. 168 meet existing statutory obligations to the issuance of an Alzheimer’s Disease At the request of Mr. WICKER, the reimburse costs reasonably incurred as Research Semipostal Stamp. name of the Senator from New Hamp- a result of the reorganization of broad- S. 2278 shire (Mrs. SHAHEEN) was added as a co- cast television spectrum, and for other At the request of Mr. ROBERTS, the sponsor of S. 168, a bill to amend and purposes. name of the Senator from Maine (Ms. enhance certain maritime programs of S. 1674 COLLINS) was added as a cosponsor of S. the Department of Transportation. At the request of Mr. REED, the name 2278, a bill to amend the Public Health S. 397 of the Senator from Oregon (Mr. Service Act to provide grants to im- At the request of Mr. ISAKSON, the MERKLEY) was added as a cosponsor of prove health care in rural areas. name of the Senator from Louisiana S. 1674, a bill to provide grants for the At the request of Ms. HEITKAMP, the (Mr. CASSIDY) was added as a cosponsor repair, renovation, and construction of name of the Senator from New Hamp- of S. 397, a bill to amend title XVIII of public elementary schools and sec- shire (Ms. HASSAN) was added as a co- the Social Security Act to ensure fair- ondary schools, to establish a school sponsor of S. 2278, supra. ness in Medicare hospital payments by infrastructure bond program, and for S. 2324 establishing a floor for the area wage other purposes. At the request of Mr. HELLER, the index applied with respect to certain S. 1710 names of the Senator from Michigan hospitals. At the request of Mr. MENENDEZ, the (Ms. STABENOW), the Senator from S. 793 name of the Senator from Massachu- North Dakota (Ms. HEITKAMP), the Sen- At the request of Mr. BOOKER, the setts (Ms. WARREN) was added as a co- ator from Colorado (Mr. BENNET), the name of the Senator from Washington sponsor of S. 1710, a bill to reduce the Senator from Michigan (Mr. PETERS), (Mrs. MURRAY) was added as a cospon- Federal budget deficit by closing big the Senator from North Carolina (Mr. sor of S. 793, a bill to prohibit sale of oil tax loopholes, and for other pur- TILLIS) and the Senator from Pennsyl- shark fins, and for other purposes. poses. vania (Mr. CASEY) were added as co- S. 811 S. 1879 sponsors of S. 2324, a bill to amend the At the request of Mr. ENZI, the name At the request of Mr. BARRASSO, the Investment Company Act of 1940 to of the Senator from Missouri (Mr. name of the Senator from Maine (Ms. change certain requirements relating BLUNT) was added as a cosponsor of S. COLLINS) was added as a cosponsor of S. to the capital structure of business de- 811, a bill to ensure that organizations 1879, a bill to amend title XVIII of the velopment companies, to direct the Se- with religious or moral convictions are Social Security Act to provide for the curities and Exchange Commission to allowed to continue to provide services coverage of marriage and family thera- revise certain rules relating to business for children. pist services and mental health coun- development companies, and for other S. 834 selor services under part B of the Medi- purposes. At the request of Mr. MARKEY, the care program, and for other purposes. S. 2341 name of the Senator from New Mexico S. 1945 At the request of Mr. TESTER, the (Mr. UDALL) was added as a cosponsor At the request of Mr. MENENDEZ, the name of the Senator from Oregon (Mr. of S. 834, a bill to authorize the appro- name of the Senator from New Mexico WYDEN) was added as a cosponsor of S. priation of funds to the Centers for Dis- (Mr. UDALL) was added as a cosponsor 2341, a bill to amend title 38, United

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE6.018 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1245 States Code, to improve the processing fully served and retired from the than ever. It is these synthetic of veterans benefits by the Department Armed Forces of the United States, opioids—fentanyl, carfentanil—that of Veterans Affairs, to limit the au- designating April 18, 2018, as ‘‘Military have moved into our States, over- thority of the Secretary of Veterans Retiree Appreciation Day’’, and en- coming our law enforcement, and the Affairs to recover overpayments made couraging the people of the United results have been deadly. by the Department and other amounts States to honor the past and continued By the way, it is a crisis that does owed by veterans to the United States, service of military retirees to their not discriminate. Opioid addiction af- to improve the due process accorded local communities and the United fects everybody, regardless of age, area veterans with respect to such recovery, States. code, class, or color. In Ohio, drug ad- and for other purposes. f diction and acts committed to support S. 2353 it have now become the No. 1 cause of STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED crime in our communities—probably At the request of Mr. COTTON, the BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS name of the Senator from Nebraska the same in your community. Employers, of course, are increas- (Mr. SASSE) was added as a cosponsor By Mr. PORTMAN (for himself, of S. 2353, a bill to require the Sec- Mr. WHITEHOUSE, Mrs. CAPITO, ingly pointing to the inability to find retary of the Treasury to report on the Ms. KLOBUCHAR, Mr. SULLIVAN, workers who can pass a drug test. They estimated total assets under direct or Ms. HASSAN, Mr. CASSIDY, and can’t fill vacant positions. There is new indirect control by certain senior Ira- Ms. CANTWELL): data out with regard to people who are nian leaders and other figures, and for S. 2456. A bill to reauthorize and ex- not showing up on the unemployment other purposes. pand the Comprehensive Addiction and rolls but have given up looking for Recovery Act of 2016; to the Committee work altogether. There are probably 9 S. 2360 on Health, Education, Labor, and Pen- million men between 25 and 55 who are At the request of Ms. HEITKAMP, the sions. considered to be able-bodied who aren’t name of the Senator from New Hamp- Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. President, I want even looking for work. Some really shire (Ms. HASSAN) was added as a co- to address a critical issue today in troubling statistics out there indicate sponsor of S. 2360, a bill to provide for Westerville, OH, and, frankly, every that maybe as many as half—one study the minimum size of crews of freight community I represent in my State says 48 percent—of those individuals trains, and for other purposes. and communities all over the country. are taking opioids on a daily basis. S. 2421 Today, I want to talk about the opioid This is affecting all of us. Every as- At the request of Mrs. FISCHER, the epidemic that is gripping our country. pect of our communities is affected. names of the Senator from Wyoming Every State represented in this Everybody has a role to play over- (Mr. ENZI) and the Senator from Colo- Chamber has had too many commu- coming this epidemic. There is an ur- rado (Mr. GARDNER) were added as co- nities devastated, families broken gency coming up with better strategies sponsors of S. 2421, a bill to amend the apart, and lives taken by the opioid to turn the tide on addiction. Although Comprehensive Environmental Re- overdoses. The Centers for Disease Con- I believe progress has been made re- sponse, Compensation, and Liability trol now tells us more than 63,000 cently—and it is starting to be made in Act of 1980 to provide an exemption Americans died from drug overdoses in my State and other States—much more from certain notice requirements and 2016, the last year for which they have needs to be done and done urgently. penalties for releases of hazardous sub- records. It also looks like it was worse Part of that starts with under- stances from animal waste at farms. in 2017. More Americans are dying from standing that addiction is a disease, S. 2430 drug overdoses than the total number and it is treatable. Too often it is not At the request of Mr. COONS, the of casualties during the Vietnam war. treated like that. The appropriate re- name of the Senator from Massachu- Every year, more Americans are dying sponse should include much more ag- setts (Ms. WARREN) was added as a co- from drug overdoses than the total gressive prevention and education, ab- sponsor of S. 2430, a bill to provide a number of casualties from the Vietnam solutely, and more aggressive law en- permanent appropriation of funds for war. Think about that. It is a stag- forcement keeping deadly fentanyl out the payment of death gratuities and re- gering statistic. of our communities through the STOP lated benefits for survivors of deceased On average, more than 174 Americans Act and other means, of course, but we members of the uniformed services in died every single day from a drug over- also have to get more effective treat- event of any period of lapsed appropria- dose in 2016. That is up from 143 Ameri- ment strategies. We have a couple hun- tions. cans in 2015 and 105 Americans in 2010. dred thousand people in Ohio who are In other words, it is getting worse, and S. CON. RES. 7 addicted. We need to get them into 2016 was the deadliest year on record. treatment, including more effective At the request of Mr. ROBERTS, the Initial estimates for 2017 suggest it is name of the Senator from Michigan detox, medication-assisted treatment, going to be even deadlier, including in and longer term recovery. We know, (Mr. PETERS) was added as a cosponsor my home State of Ohio. of S. Con. Res. 7, a concurrent resolu- coupled with the right kind of therapy, Opioids—prescription drugs, heroin, tion expressing the sense of Congress the right kind of support and help, peo- and synthetic forms of heroin—are in- that tax-exempt fraternal benefit soci- ple can get into recovery and get back creasingly the reason why. Opioids eties have historically provided and to their families, get back to work, and were involved in about two-thirds of all continue to provide critical benefits to get back to being productive citizens. overdose deaths in 2016. Opioid over- We also know recovery results are a the people and communities of the dose deaths were five times higher in lot better with that kind of continuous United States. 2016 than they were just back in 1999. support. Closing the gaps that occur is S. RES. 168 In the past 17 years, we have seen a key to overcoming addiction. There is At the request of Mr. CARDIN, the fivefold increase in these overdose a gap between the crisis response, name of the Senator from South Caro- deaths. It is a national epidemic. which is often a first responder—like lina (Mr. GRAHAM) was added as a co- It has unfolded in three different the two brave officers I talked about sponsor of S. Res. 168, a resolution sup- waves. It started with prescription earlier—finding someone who has porting respect for human rights and drugs, overprescribing of prescription overdosed. Often it is firefighters as encouraging inclusive governance in drugs—pain pills. The pill mills we saw well providing Narcan, this miracle Ethiopia. in Southern Ohio and around our State drug that reverses the effect of the S. RES. 377 exploded about 15 to 20 years ago. Next, overdose. That is incredibly important At the request of Ms. WARREN, the there were the heroin deaths. Heroin to saving lives. name of the Senator from New Jersey moved in and spiked as people moved Narcan alone is not sufficient. The (Mr. MENENDEZ) was added as a cospon- to less expensive and more accessible key is to get those people into detox sor of S. Res. 377, a resolution recog- alternatives than prescription drugs. and into treatment and longer term re- nizing the importance of paying tribute Now, I hate to tell you, there is a new covery. The gaps we have out there be- to those individuals who have faith- danger and a threat, and it is deadlier tween the crisis response and Narcan,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE6.020 S27FEPT1 S1246 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 then going to detox, then going to will tell you this is an increasing prob- tion awarded my State of Ohio with $26 treatment, and then going to recovery lem. million, and we are using every penny are creating a lot of the inability to We had veterans come in, and we had of it. solve this problem. experts come in to help veterans make I was at a facility over the weekend I have probably met a couple of thou- that transition because, sadly, the use that gave me hope. It is called the sand addicts or recovering addicts in of opioids among veterans is also in- Maryhaven Addiction Stabilization the last few years. What they tell me creasing. They sometimes use opioids Center, and it is in Columbus, OH. is: I tried treatment, but it was for 6, 7, for injuries, for accidents, for PTSD, They talked about the gaps, where peo- 8 weeks, and then there was nothing for and they become addicted. How do you ple who overdose are provided Narcan, me. It didn’t work for me. Then there build support around those veterans? and then they go back to their commu- are people who overdosed, not once or We also had people come in and talk nity, and what first responders will tell twice but several times, and they had about longer term recovery and hous- you is that sometimes in the same never been in detox and treatment. ing and how, over time, you can get week or even on the same day on some One young man I spoke to last week- better results if you provide those occasions, there is another overdose. end has been an addict for 7 years. Fi- kinds of services. Our goal was to le- The revolving door continues without nally, his brother convinced him to verage the expertise and perspectives any treatment and without any solu- seek help. The last time he overdosed, of everyone involved in this epidemic, tion. Maryhaven Stabilization Center he did go into detox. He did go into to find best practices, and to create an is a response to that. They used the treatment, to a facility where those evidence-based education, treatment, Cures money we talked about, they gaps were closed, where there was no and recovery bill that works. used some CARA funding from the waiting time, where he was able to get With strong bipartisan support, we county—the county is a part of the the help, rather than going back to his moved from hearings, to a unanimous broader strategy of where the CARA old community and his old friends and committee markup, to Senate passage money went—and they said: Let’s put a situation that was going to lead him of this legislation. By the way, it together an institution where there is back into more use and more addiction. passed with a vote of 92 to 2. That is an emergency room that focuses on The key, again, is to get those who not typical around here, certainly not overdoses. have overdosed into the treatment for something so comprehensive. Yet I have been to other emergency they need. Overdose reversal provides a everybody has experienced this back rooms in Columbus, OH, and I have second chance at life. Let’s face it. home and is desperate to figure out seen what they do with the people who Some of these people who are over- strategies to help. In July of 2016, overdose. They save lives, and that is dosing come out of this after Narcan is President Obama signed CARA into fantastic, but frankly these emergency administered. They have seen their life law. It was the first comprehensive ad- rooms are equipped for everything, and they have to be—for gunshot wounds, flash before their eyes, and they are diction reform in more than 20 years. It car accidents, trauma. ready for something. We have to be was the first time Congress had ever This emergency room would be fo- ready for them. Just as the overdose provided any support or help for this cused specifically on overdoses, which reversal provides a second chance at longer term recovery piece. makes it more cost-effective but also life, it is treatment and longer term re- The CARA law targets prevention more effective for those recovering ad- covery that provides that second and education resources to prevent dicts, those addicts who are coming in. chance to live addiction-free—again, to abuse before it even starts—the most But most importantly, in that same fa- get back with your family, get back to effective way. It helps first responders cility, there is a detox center. In that work, and get back to a productive life. reverse overdoses to save lives. It de- same facility, there are 50 treatment It takes a comprehensive solution be- votes resources to evidence-based beds. Whereas in the typical case when cause it is a comprehensive problem. treatment and recovery programs. It somebody overdoses, they go to the That is what led some of us in this expands prescription drug take-back emergency room and end up going back body, including my colleague Senator programs to get addictive pain pills off to their community, back home, back SHELDON WHITEHOUSE and me, to intro- the bathroom shelves. More than $180 to the gang, back to the family, in this duce the Comprehensive Addiction and million was authorized to assist com- case, 103 people who have gone through Recovery Act, or CARA, back in 2015. munities in these efforts to combat in the last month—it has only been We developed that bill over time by re- this epidemic. Frankly, because of this open a month—80 percent of them have lying on experts in the field and those crisis, the appropriators decided: You gone into treatment. I had the oppor- most affected by addiction. know, we need this so badly, we are ac- tunity to meet someone who had been Beginning in 2014, when we were in tually going to appropriate more than through that process, and we talked the process of putting together the leg- the $180 million. Last year, as an exam- about the difference this makes. You islation, we hosted five national fo- ple, they appropriated $267 million—al- literally walk through the door into rums here in Washington, DC. We most $100 million beyond our author- treatment, there is strong encourage- brought experts and practitioners in ization. ment to do it, and it is working. from around the country—prevention, Again, I think it is beginning to These are the kinds of things that treatment, law enforcement, and recov- make a difference. I see it back home are going to make a difference in our ery communities. We wanted to get the in Ohio. I see some of these strategies communities. It seems to be common best practices to find out what was beginning to work. It is going to take sense, but frankly it is not happening working, what wasn’t working, and some time, and we need to do more. In in other places. Programs like these how we could improve the response. Ohio, we received about $4 million. are what are going to help us overcome What role could the Federal Govern- When I say ‘‘we,’’ I mean groups, peo- addiction and are examples of how Fed- ment play in all of this? We had forums ple who are in the trenches doing the eral funds can be used more effectively focused on the science of addiction to hard work. to leverage, in this case, a lot of pri- understand it better, evidence-based We have also made progress in this vate dollars, some State dollars. prevention strategies that actually fight with separate opioid legislation Both of these landmark laws—the work; treating pregnant women who that was part of the 21st Century Cures CARA Act that we talked about and are addicted and babies at risk of being legislation. That legislation was for the Cures Act—are providing increased born drug-dependent. There is nothing substance abuse and mental health. resources to local communities, but more heartbreaking than going into Many of us successfully fought to help this problem is not getting better, it is the neonatal units in the hospitals in secure a 2-year commitment there of getting worse. my home State and seeing these babies $500 million a year, totaling $1 billion. One of the problems is the avail- who were born dependent and watching It goes directly to the States. This ability and the low cost of these highly them go through the painful with- money goes to States that are hardest addictive, even more dangerous drugs drawal process as infants. Every neo- hit, and States are allowed to decide coming in. There are synthetic opioids. natal unit in our country has seen this. how to spend that money. The first in- Fentanyl is 50 times stronger than her- If you go to your own hospital, they stallment of funding from that legisla- oin on average. It is coming in through

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.009 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1247 the mail. We need to do more to stop it back against that, but this is based on medication-assisted treatment, and through law enforcement, but we also good evidence and good research. When first responders. need to acknowledge that it has been someone goes in for a simple proce- As the title indicates, it is a com- sprinkled in other drugs and is creating dure—say, a wisdom tooth extraction— prehensive solution. Every aspect of a lot of these addiction overdoses and and that young person is given a bottle our communities is affected, so every higher rates of death. of opioids when he or she leaves, too aspect of our communities needs assist- The degree of damage this is causing often, that leads to addiction. I don’t ance. The opioid epidemic is one of the to our communities, our families, our want more parents coming up to me most urgent challenges we face as a local budgets, and our criminal justice and saying: My kid, when he or she was country. system requires us to take a more ag- a teenager, was given these opioids by By the way, ultimately, this crisis is gressive stance, to do more to figure a doctor or a dentist, so we thought not going to be solved here in Wash- this out. We need to strengthen our re- they were safe. Our child then turned ington, DC. It is not going to be solved solve. We made progress recently with to heroin because the pills became too by legislation we pass here. We get the bipartisan budget agreement Presi- expensive and less accessible and then that. It is going to be solved in our dent Trump signed into law just a few turned to fentanyl and overdosed and communities. It is going to be solved in weeks ago. We included in there an ad- died. our families. It is going to be solved in ditional amount of funding—$6 billion I have had two such parents from our hearts. But this is a national crisis, over 2 years—to help combat the opioid Ohio come to me and tell me their and the national government needs to epidemic. So instead of the $500 million story. You probably know others. We be a much better partner with State a year and the $260 million a year that need to ensure that these prescriptions government, local government, com- I talked about, it would be $3 billion a are limited. For those who have chron- munities, and nonprofits—those who year and then $3 billion the year after. ic pain and those who have cancer, it are out there doing the hard work. I believe that the evidence-based pro- wouldn’t apply. And after those 3 days, The $6 billion commitment over the grams we set out in the Comprehensive you can go back to that doctor and tell next 2 years is a real opportunity to Addiction Recovery Act provide a good them why you need it and explain it. help turn the tide—not by just throw- framework as to how to spend that Experts say that about 80 percent of ing more money at the problem but by money effectively. That is why I am those who overdose from heroin started being sure that money is well spent on pleased to stand here today as we in- on prescription drugs. I am sure the an epidemic that is taking too many troduce the next stage of this—CARA same is true with regard to fentanyl. lives and devastating too many com- 2.0—to help provide a framework for Four out of five heroin addicts in my munities. how these funds to combat opioid ad- State of Ohio who overdosed started on CARA 2.0 will build on our accom- diction can be spent wisely. It is a prescription drugs. We do need to deal plishments and continue to give com- roadmap for Congress to build on with this overprescription problem. munities the resources they need to ad- CARA’s successes since becoming law. By the way, the evidence is that after dress this issue. Yes, we have made The bipartisan CARA 2.0 act is being that fourth day, fifth day, sixth day— some progress around here, and that is introduced by SHELDON WHITEHOUSE that is when you get into the bigger good, but we need to do much more. and me and also by six other col- risk of becoming addicted to prescrip- CARA 2.0 gives us that opportunity. It leagues—Senators SHELLEY MOORE tion drugs. represents the next step toward helping CAPITO, AMY KLOBUCHAR, DAN SUL- As I mentioned, this epidemic started our communities address this epidemic LIVAN, MAGGIE HASSAN, BILL CASSIDY, with an explosion of pain pill use 15 to and helping our communities heal. and MARIA CANTWELL—a bipartisan 20 years ago. We need to stop the addic- Thank you. group of four Republicans and four tion at the source, and for most people Democrats who are passionate about that begins with prescription drugs. By By Mr. KAINE (for himself, Mr. this issue. It authorizes $1 billion a ensuring that clinicians prescribe the BOOZMAN, and Mr. TESTER): year for specific evidence-based drug appropriate strength and supply of pain S. 2457. A bill to provide a work op- prevention, education, treatment, and pills for non-life-threatening injuries, portunity tax credit for military recovery programs. we can keep so many more people from spouses and to provide for flexible It is very important to have this $6 becoming addicted. spending arrangements for childcare billion of funding over the next couple The bill also includes legislation very services for military families; to the of years. We need it. But we have to be similar to that which passed the Sen- Committee on Finance. sure it is spent wisely. It is not a mat- ate in 2015 but was dropped out in the Mr. KAINE. Mr. President. We right- ter of just throwing money at a prob- House-Senate conference. It is very fully honor the sacrifice of veterans lem; it is a matter of being sure we are simple. It requires doctors and phar- and servicemembers and as a member effectively addressing the real issues. macists to use the prescription drug of the Senate Armed Services Com- As I mentioned earlier, the longer monitoring programs to ensure that we mittee, I am proud of the work we do term recovery programs are what real- are not overprescribing opioids for cer- to ensure that we have the best ly help those gripped by addiction to tain individuals. That helps us identify equipped and most successful fighting overcome this disease. That is evidence where the problems are and to get peo- force in the world. Military families that we have. I have certainly seen a ple into treatment. It also requires are critical to the success and readi- lot of evidence of that firsthand and States to share data with other States ness of our military, but are too often countless examples of this, where this to prevent people from crossing State unrecognized for their support to our longer term recovery and the support lines to get prescriptions. One of our servicemembers and left without nec- networks are what get people back on big problems in Ohio is people can essary programs and assistance to help track, back with their families, back to cross the State lines in West Virginia, them succeed. Military families fre- work. We need to expand access to Kentucky, or other States and get quently face financial insecurity due to them to those communities that are in their prescription filled even though it spousal unemployment, which impacts need and give everyone a second chance has already been filled once in Ohio. the overall success of our military. of living up to their own God-given po- Across State lines, we need to have Somewhere between 12% and 25% of tential. That is why, in this new CARA prescription drug monitoring programs military spouses are unemployed. 2.0, we increase funding for recovery. that work. Today, I am pleased to introduce In addition to expanding the reach of CARA 2.0 is going to help turn the with my colleagues Senators BOOZMAN CARA’s evidence-based programs, this tide of this epidemic. The bill increases and TESTER the Jobs and Childcare for bill puts in place new policy reforms to Federal funds for specific evidence- Military Families Act of 2018. This leg- strengthen the government’s response based programs to better protect vul- islation encourages businesses to step in so many ways. We take what some nerable groups—including infants, up and play a bigger role in hiring mili- would consider a pretty dramatic step young adults, pregnant and postpartum tary spouses who sacrifice so much by by limiting opioid prescriptions to 3 women, and veterans—as well as re- expanding the Work Opportunity Tax days for acute pain. Some will push sources for community programs, Credit to also include military spouses.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.010 S27FEPT1 S1248 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 The bill also further addresses a real the narrowest subsets of all of the gov- that I have had from Federal officials, obstacle to professional success for ernment’s terrorist watch lists. These in the State of Maine gang members many military families: access to qual- lists include the names of individuals from other States have targeted ad- ity, affordable childcare by estab- who pose the greatest threat of com- dicts to go buy firearms for them, and lishing a flexible spending account for mitting an act of terrorism against then they swap firearms for drugs. military families to use to reimburse aviation, against our homeland, or Right now a straw purchaser can be themselves for out of pocket child care against U.S. interests abroad. This bill prosecuted only for lying on a Federal costs. would also provide an immediate alert form, which is treated far too often as Addressing these issues will help to the FBI and to local law enforce- just a paperwork violation. Instead of a military spouses advance in their ca- ment if an individual who has been on slap on the wrist, our bill would create reers despite frequent moves. Being a the government’s terrorist watch list new, specific criminal offenses for military family member will never be at any time during the past 5 years straw purchasing and trafficking, pun- easy, but if we can do something to purchases a firearm. ishable by hefty prison terms, particu- ease the burden in any way, we should. Our hearts are all broken by the hor- larly for those who have reason to be- This legislation follows the introduc- rific shootings of the students in Flor- lieve that the firearms will be used to tion of another bipartisan bill earlier ida. There was another horrendous commit violent crimes. this month, the Military Spouse Em- shooting in Florida in 2016 that dem- Our bill would also outlaw firearms ployment Act of 2018, which provides onstrates why this look-back provision and ammunition smuggling out of the direct employment opportunities and in this legislation is so important. The United States to another country. That additional access to childcare, im- gunman, Omar Mateen, was on the se- is vitally important for combating proves educational opportunities and lectee list for approximately 10 drug trafficking near and across our extends transition and counseling serv- months, but he was no longer on the southern border, which is contributing ices. I believe if we make it bipartisan list when he purchased the 2 guns that to the heroin crisis here at home. priority to support military families, he used to murder 49 people and injure Let me again be clear that the bill I we will see an improvement in the scores more. If our bill had been en- have introduced with Senator LEAHY readiness of our military and reap the acted, the FBI would have been noti- protects the Second Amendment rights economic benefits of supporting this fied immediately when Omar Mateen of law-abiding citizens. underutilized and resilient workforce purchased his first firearm in the These are just two commonsense re- of military spouses. I hope to see many weeks leading up to the shooting. Then forms that we can pass while fully pro- of the provisions of these two bills in- the FBI would have been notified a sec- tecting the constitutional rights of corporated into this year’s National ond time that Mateen had sought to law-abiding Americans. We can make Defense Authorization Act. purchase additional firearms. Surely, it as difficult for a terrorist to obtain that would have caused the FBI to re- a gun as it is for him to board an air- By Ms. COLLINS (for herself, Ms. open its investigation of Omar Mateen. plane. We can outlaw straw purchasing HEITKAMP, Mr. FLAKE, Mr. If our proposal had been law at that by increasing the penalties to make a HEINRICH, Mr. TOOMEY, Ms. time, perhaps that massacre might real difference. I urge my colleagues to BALDWIN, Mr. KING, Mr. NEL- have been prevented. support both the bipartisan Terrorist SON, Mr. MANCHIN, and Mr. I note that our bill would provide ro- Firearms Prevention Act and the straw KAINE): bust due process procedures to protect purchasing bill, as well as other com- S. 2458. A bill to authorize the Attor- the Second Amendment rights of law- monsense reforms. ney General to deny the transfer of abiding Americans. Any American who Thank you, Mr. President. firearms and explosives and Federal would be denied a purchase under this The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- firearms and explosives licenses and bill would have the opportunity to pe- ator from New Mexico. permits to known or suspected terror- tition a Federal district court and re- ists; to the Committee on the Judici- ceive a decision within 14 days. If the Mr. HEINRICH. Mr. President, I want ary. government, which would have the bur- to start by thanking my colleague, Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, I rise den of proof, would fail to prove its Senator COLLINS of Maine, for her work to introduce the Terrorist Firearms case, it would have to pay attorneys’s in crafting this legislation and the lan- Prevention Act, which would prohibit fees for that individual, and, of course, guage of this bill and, more generally, suspected or known terrorists from le- the purchase of the firearm would go for her leadership, formerly on the gally purchasing a firearm. forward. Homeland Security and Governmental I thank my colleagues—Senators In 2016, when the Senate voted on our Affairs Committee and certainly for HEITKAMP, FLAKE, HEINRICH, TOOMEY, bill, it won majority and bipartisan the time that I have been on the Intel- BALDWIN, KING, NELSON, MANCHIN, and support. Our bill was endorsed by a dis- ligence Committee. Her contributions KAINE—for their cosponsorship of this tinguished group of military and intel- have not gone unnoticed, and she has bipartisan bill. I particularly recognize ligence leaders. I note that during the been a pleasure to work with in trying the leadership of Senator HEINRICH, 2016 Presidential debates, both can- to find reasonable places where we can who has joined me on the floor this didates agreed with our principle of no make a material difference in the evening as we introduce the bill and ex- fly, no buy. Surely, this is a sensible, kinds of mass shootings we have seen. plain it to our colleagues. reasonable policy around which we can I should start by speaking a little bit Often referred to as ‘‘no fly, no buy,’’ build consensus. to the recent tragedy in Florida. As the this bill represents one of the sensible Another step that we can take right father of two young boys, I can’t begin steps that we can take to reform our now is to pass legislation I introduced to imagine the nightmare that families Nation’s gun laws to better protect our with Senator LEAHY to explicitly out- are living through as they mourn the people. Our bill is based on a simple law straw purchasing. Straw pur- loss of their children in the wake of yet principle: If you are considered to be chasing is intended for one purpose another horrific mass shooting. too dangerous to board an airplane, only, and that is to put a gun into the Frankly, no parent should have to then you are too dangerous to buy a hands of a criminal who cannot legally live in fear of their child not coming firearm. obtain one. Our bill, the Stop Illegal home from school. It is pretty unthink- Our legislation would grant the At- Trafficking in Firearms Act, would able. torney General the authority to block provide law enforcement with an effec- Just last week, one of my own sons the purchase of a gun by a person who tive tool to fight the violence that too went through an active shooter train- is on either the no-fly or the selectee often goes hand in hand with drug traf- ing at his school. Sadly, that is now list. Remarkably, current law does not ficking and gang-related crimes. the new norm in schools all across our prohibit a person known or suspected Today, gun traffickers exploit weak- country. In fact, 91 Americans are of engaging in terrorism from walking nesses in our Federal laws by targeting killed each day by gun violence, and we into a gun shop and buying a firearm. individuals who can lawfully purchase simply cannot accept the status quo as The no-fly list and the selectee list are firearms. Sadly, according to briefings the new normal when there are real

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE6.024 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1249 and concrete steps we can take to re- won’t cut it anymore. We all need to these invasive tools, providing Con- duce gun violence while respecting con- listen to these students, parents, gress and the American people an op- stitutional rights. teachers, and to our own children who portunity to assess the balance be- Once again, Americans are looking to are calling on us to be part of the solu- tween the needs of law enforcement Congress to finally enact commonsense tion. and the imperative of protecting pri- reforms to our gun laws, to protect our New Mexicans can count on me, de- vacy and civil liberties. schools, to protect our children, to pro- spite the odds, to continue fighting for I urge other Senators to join us in tect our communities. Like so many real solutions to keep our children support of this legislation. It should Americans, I have been deeply moved safe, to reduce gun violence, and to not be controversial to be concerned at by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas keep our communities safe. That is the Government’s ability to search our High School students and young people what our communities and our con- electronic devices at the border with- all across this country who have spo- stituents deserve. out any suspicion at all. All of us—Re- ken out after losing classmates and Thank you. publican and Democrat—can support friends to demand that we as law- the goal of protecting our borders makers take action to prevent future By Mr. LEAHY (for himself and while also protecting the Fourth tragedies. Mr. DAINES): Amendment. It is no secret to my constituents or S. 2462. A bill to place restrictions on even my colleagues here that I am a searches and seizures of electronic de- By Mr. FLAKE (for himself and passionate outdoorsman, hunter, and vices at the border; to the Committee Ms. HEITKAMP): owner of firearms. I strongly believe on Homeland Security and Govern- S. 2464. A bill to improve border secu- that law-abiding Americans have a mental Affairs. rity and to provide conditional provi- right to own guns for sport and self-de- Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President. No Amer- sion residence to certain long-term fense. I am teaching my own sons how ican should have to relinquish all of residents who entered the United to safely and responsibly use those fire- their privacy rights in their cell States as children; read the first time. arms. The vast majority of Americans, phones, laptops, and other electronic S. 2464 including gun owners like me, know devices, simply because they are com- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- that Congress must take action to ing home from a trip abroad. Yet that resentatives of the United States of America in close loopholes and reform our laws to is exactly how our Government views Congress assembled, keep those deadly weapons out of the it: currently, if a Vermonter crosses SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. hands of those who would turn them the border into Canada for a day, U.S. (a) SHORT TITLE.—This Act may be cited as against our communities. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) the ‘‘Three-Year Border and DACA Exten- Today I am quite proud to join my can search through the Vermonter’s sion Act’’. emails, text messages, photos, and any- (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS.—The table of con- colleagues from both sides of the tents for this Act is as follows: aisle—Senators COLLINS, HEITKAMP, thing else contained in their electronic Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents. FLAKE, and others—to introduce one of devices without any reason to suspect those measures that should have broad the person is in violation of anything. TITLE I—BORDER SECURITY bipartisan support. This is a poster Let me repeat that: without any sus- Sec. 101. Authorization of appropriations. child for the kind of policy that ought picion at all. That is unacceptable. Sec. 102. Operations and support. to get across the finish line even in That is why I am joining with Sen- TITLE II—DACA EXTENSION these deeply divided, partisan times. ator DAINES to introduce legislation to Sec. 201. Provisional protected presence for Our bipartisan legislation, the Ter- require the Government to have rea- young individuals. rorist Firearms Prevention Act, would sonable suspicion or probable cause to TITLE I—BORDER SECURITY deny firearms sales to individuals who search or seize Americans’ electronic SEC. 101. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. appear on the Department of Justice’s devices at the border. This legislation There is authorized to be appropriated a no-fly or selectee lists. These are the is a vital step toward protecting our total of $7,639,000,000 to the Department of narrowest of databases, the kinds of Fourth Amendment rights, while also Homeland Security for fiscal years 2018 lists one would have to work pretty ensuring that officers protecting our through 2020 for the purpose of improving border security. hard to land on, and for good reason. homeland have the lawful authorities SEC. 102. OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT. Our legislation includes due process they need to do their jobs. Last year, CBP searched the elec- (a) PURPOSE.—It is the purpose of this sec- procedures for individuals to appeal tion to establish a Border Security Enforce- their placement on those lists. tronic devices of over 30,000 travelers, ment Fund (referred to in this section as the It seems pretty straightforward to and this number continues to grow. ‘‘Fund’’), to be administered through the De- most of my constituents that if the These searches can take place at any partment of Homeland Security and, in fiscal government and law enforcement have international airport, or at any land year 2018 only, through the Department of determined that an individual is so border point such as U.S.-Canada bor- State, to provide for costs necessary to im- dangerous as to land on the terrorist der crossings in my home state of plement this Act and other Acts related to border security for activities, including— watch list and is too dangerous to fly Vermont or Senator DAINES’s home state of Montana. (1) constructing, installing, deploying, op- on a commercial airplane, that person erating, and maintaining tactical infrastruc- should not be able to walk into a gun Nothing in this legislation will pre- ture and technology in the vicinity of the shop and purchase a gun. But unless we vent CBP officers from doing their jobs United States border— pass this legislation, this glaring loop- to protect the homeland, detect contra- (A) to achieve situational awareness and hole will continue to allow individuals band, and enforce the law. Our legisla- operational control of the border; and identified as terror suspects to buy tion simply says that if an officer of (B) to deter, impede, and detect illegal ac- firearms. the Government wants to search an tivity in high traffic areas; and It is time for those Members of Con- American’s electronic device at the (C) to implement other border security border, at a minimum they should have provisions under this section; gress who oppose commonsense reforms (2) implementing port of entry provisions like this to finally step up and tell us reasonable suspicion. If they want to under this section; what they are doing to protect the pub- seize the device, they should have prob- (3) purchasing new aircraft, vessels, spare lic. It is time for all of us to listen to able cause. And if they want to conduct parts, and equipment to operate and main- the student leaders across this country a forensic examination of the device, tain such craft; and who are rejecting the unacceptable sta- they should get a warrant from a (4) hiring and recruitment. tus quo of our Nation’s gun violence judge. (b) FUNDING.—There are appropriated, to epidemic. Our legislation also requires the De- the Fund, out of any monies in the Treasury Those of us in the Senate who know partment of Homeland Security to col- not otherwise appropriated, a total of $7,639,000,000, as follows: firearms well have a special duty to lect statistics on such searches and sei- (1) For fiscal year 2018, $2,947,000,000, to re- lead these efforts and to get the details zures and report them to Congress. main available through fiscal year 2022. right on any legislation to reshape our This will significantly increase trans- (2) For fiscal year 2019, $2,225,000,000, to re- Nation’s gun laws. Inaction simply parency on the Government’s use of main available through fiscal year 2023.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G27FE6.023 S27FEPT1 S1250 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 (3) For fiscal year 2020, $2,467,000,000, to re- ‘‘SEC. 244A. PROVISIONAL PROTECTED PRES- ‘‘(3) continuously resided in the United main available through fiscal year 2024. ENCE. States between June 15, 2007, and the date on (c) PHYSICAL BARRIERS.— ‘‘(a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: which the alien files an application under (1) IN GENERAL.—In each of the following ‘‘(1) DACA RECIPIENT.—- The term ‘DACA this section; fiscal years, the Secretary of Homeland Se- recipient’ means an alien who is in deferred ‘‘(4) was physically present in the United curity shall transfer, from the Fund to the action status on the date of the enactment of States on June 15, 2012, and on the date on U.S. Customs and Border Protection—Pro- this section pursuant to the Deferred Action which the alien files an application under curement, Construction and Improvements for Childhood Arrivals (‘DACA’) Program an- this section; account, for the purpose of constructing, re- nounced on June 15, 2012. ‘‘(5) was unlawfully present in the United placing, or planning physical barriers along ‘‘(2) FELONY.—The term ‘felony’ means a States on June 15, 2012; the United States land border, a total of Federal, State, or local criminal offense (ex- ‘‘(6) on the date on which the alien files an $5,013,000,000, as follows: cluding a State or local offense for which an application for provisional protected pres- (A) For fiscal year 2018, $1,571,000,000. essential element was the alien’s immigra- ence— (B) For fiscal year 2019, $1,600,000,000. tion status) punishable by imprisonment for ‘‘(A) is enrolled in school or in an edu- (C) For fiscal year 2020, $1,842,000,000. a term exceeding 1 year. cation program assisting students in obtain- (2) AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS.—Notwith- ‘‘(3) MISDEMEANOR.—The term ‘mis- ing a regular high school diploma or its rec- standing section 1552(a) of title 31, United demeanor’ means a Federal, State, or local ognized equivalent under State law, or in States Code, any amounts obligated for the criminal offense (excluding a State or local passing a general educational development purposes described in paragraph (1) shall re- offense for which an essential element was exam or other State-authorized exam; main available for disbursement until ex- the alien’s immigration status, a significant ‘‘(B) has graduated or obtained a certifi- pended. misdemeanor, and a minor traffic offense) cate of completion from high school; (d) TRANSFER AUTHORITY.—Other than the for which— ‘‘(C) has obtained a general educational de- amounts transferred by the Secretary of ‘‘(A) the maximum term of imprisonment velopment certificate; or Homeland Security and the Secretary of is greater than five days and not greater ‘‘(D) is an honorably discharged veteran of State pursuant to subsections (b) and (c), the than 1 year; and the Coast Guard or Armed Forces of the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate ‘‘(B) the individual was sentenced to time United States; and the Committee on Appropriations of the in custody of 90 days or less. ‘‘(7) has not been convicted of— House of Representatives may provide for ‘‘(4) SECRETARY.—The term ‘Secretary’ ‘‘(A) a felony; the transfer of amounts in the Fund for each means the Secretary of Homeland Security. ‘‘(B) a significant misdemeanor; or fiscal year to eligible activities under this ‘‘(5) SIGNIFICANT MISDEMEANOR.—The term ‘‘(C) 3 or more misdemeanors not occurring section, including— ‘significant misdemeanor’ means a Federal, on the same date and not arising out of the (1) for the purpose of constructing, replac- State, or local criminal offense (excluding a same act, omission, or scheme of mis- ing, or planning for physical barriers along State or local offense for which an essential conduct; and the United States land border; or element was the alien’s immigration status) ‘‘(8) does not otherwise pose a threat to na- (2) for any of the activities described in for which the maximum term of imprison- tional security or a threat to public safety. subsection (a). ment is greater than 5 days and not greater ‘‘(d) DURATION OF PROVISIONAL PROTECTED (e) USE OF FUND.—If the Committee on Ap- than 1 year that— PRESENCE AND EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZA- propriations of the Senate and the Com- ‘‘(A) regardless of the sentence imposed, is TION.—Provisional protected presence and mittee on Appropriations of the House of a crime of domestic violence (as defined in employment authorization provided under this section shall be effective until the date Representatives do not provide for the trans- section 237(a)(2)(E)(i)) or an offense of sexual that is 3 years after the date of the enact- fer of funds in a full-year appropriation in abuse or exploitation, burglary, unlawful ment of the Three-Year Border and DACA any fiscal year in accordance with sub- possession or use of a firearm, drug distribu- Extension Act. section (d), the Secretary of Homeland Secu- tion or trafficking, or driving under the in- ‘‘(e) STATUS DURING PERIOD OF PROVISIONAL rity shall transfer amounts in the Fund to fluence if the State law requires, as an ele- PROTECTED PRESENCE.— accounts within the Department of Home- ment of the offense, the operation of a motor ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—An alien granted provi- land Security for eligible activities under vehicle and a finding of impairment or a sional protected presence is not considered this section, including not less than the blood alcohol content of .08 or higher; or to be unlawfully present in the United States amounts specified in subsection (c) for the ‘‘(B) resulted in a sentence of time in cus- during the period beginning on the date such purpose of constructing, replacing, or plan- tody of more than 90 days, excluding an of- status is granted and ending on the date de- ning for physical barriers along the United fense for which the sentence was suspended. scribed in subsection (d). States land border. ‘‘(6) THREAT TO NATIONAL SECURITY.—An ‘‘(2) STATUS OUTSIDE PERIOD.—The granting (f) BUDGET REQUEST.—A request for the alien is a ‘threat to national security’ if the of provisional protected presence under this transfer of amounts in the Fund under this alien is— section does not excuse previous or subse- section— ‘‘(A) inadmissible under section 212(a)(3); quent periods of unlawful presence. (1) shall be included in each budget for a or ‘‘(f) APPLICATION.— fiscal year submitted by the President under ‘‘(B) deportable under section 237(a)(4). ‘‘(1) AGE REQUIREMENT.— section 1105 of title 31, United States Code; ‘‘(7) THREAT TO PUBLIC SAFETY.—An alien is ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—An alien who has never and a ‘threat to public safety’ if the alien— been in removal proceedings, or whose pro- (2) shall detail planned obligations by pro- ‘‘(A) has been convicted of an offense for ceedings have been terminated before mak- gram, project, and activity in the receiving which an element was participation in a ing a request for provisional protected pres- account at the same level of detail provided criminal street gang (as defined in section ence, shall be at least 15 years old on the for in the request for other appropriations in 521(a) of title 18, United States Code); or date on which the alien submits an applica- that account. ‘‘(B) has engaged in a continuing criminal tion under this section. (g) REPORTING REQUIREMENT.—At the be- enterprise (as defined in section 408(c) of the ‘‘(B) EXCEPTION.—The age requirement set ginning of fiscal year 2019, and annually Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and forth in subparagraph (A) shall not apply to thereafter until the funding made available Control Act of 1970 (21 U.S.C. 848(c))). an alien who, on the date on which the alien under this title has been expended, the Sec- ‘‘(b) AUTHORIZATION.—The Secretary— applies for provisional protected presence, is retary of Homeland Security shall submit a ‘‘(1) shall grant provisional protected pres- in removal proceedings, has a final removal report to the Committee on Homeland Secu- ence to an alien who— order, or has a voluntary departure order. rity and Governmental Affairs of the Senate, ‘‘(A) files an application demonstrating ‘‘(2) APPLICATION FEE.— the Committee on the Judiciary of the Sen- that he or she meets the eligibility criteria ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary may re- ate, the Committee on Homeland Security of under subsection (c); and quire aliens applying for provisional pro- the House of Representatives, and the Com- ‘‘(B) pays the appropriate application fee; tected presence and employment authoriza- mittee on the Judiciary of the House of Rep- ‘‘(2) may not remove such alien from the tion under this section to pay a reasonable resentatives that describes— United States during the period in which fee that is commensurate with the cost of (1) the status of border security in the such provisional protected presence is in ef- processing the application. United States; and fect unless such status is rescinded pursuant ‘‘(B) EXEMPTION.—An applicant may be ex- (2) the amount planned to be expended on to subsection (g); and empted from paying the fee required under border security during the upcoming fiscal ‘‘(3) shall provide such alien with employ- subparagraph (A) if the alien— year, broken down by project and activity. ment authorization. ‘‘(i)(I) is younger than 18 years of age; TITLE II—DACA EXTENSION ‘‘(c) ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA.—An alien is eli- ‘‘(II) received total income during the 12- SEC. 201. PROVISIONAL PROTECTED PRESENCE gible for provisional protected presence and month period immediately preceding the FOR YOUNG INDIVIDUALS. employment authorization under this sec- date on which the alien files an application (a) IN GENERAL.—Chapter 4 of title II of the tion if the alien— under this section that is less than 150 per- Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. ‘‘(1) was born after June 15, 1981; cent of the United States poverty level; and 1221 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end ‘‘(2) entered the United States before ‘‘(III) is in foster care or otherwise lacking the following: reaching 16 years of age; any parental or other familial support;

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE6.028 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1251 ‘‘(ii) is younger than 18 years of age and is ‘‘(1) has been convicted of— SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS homeless; ‘‘(A) a felony; ‘‘(iii)(I) cannot care for himself or herself ‘‘(B) a significant misdemeanor; or because of a serious, chronic disability; and ‘‘(C) 3 or more misdemeanors not occurring ‘‘(II) received total income during the 12- on the same date and not arising out of the SENATE RESOLUTION 414—CON- month period immediately preceding the same act, omission, or scheme of mis- DEMNING THE CONTINUED UN- date on which the alien files an application conduct; DEMOCRATIC MEASURES BY THE under this section that is less than 150 per- ‘‘(2) poses a threat to national security or cent of the United States poverty level; or GOVERNMENT OF VENEZUELA a threat to public safety; ‘‘(iv)(I) as of the date on which the alien TO UNDERMINE THE INDEPEND- files an application under this section, has ‘‘(3) has traveled outside of the United ENCE OF DEMOCRATIC INSTITU- accumulated $10,000 or more in debt in the States without authorization from the Sec- TIONS AND CALLING FOR A past 12 months as a result of unreimbursed retary; or FREE AND FAIR ELECTORAL medical expenses incurred by the alien or an ‘‘(4) has ceased to continuously reside in PROCESS immediate family member of the alien; and the United States. Mr. DURBIN (for himself, Mr. ‘‘(II) received total income during the 12- ‘‘(h) TREATMENT OF BRIEF, CASUAL, AND IN- MENENDEZ, Mr. CARDIN, Mr. VAN HOL- month period immediately preceding the NOCENT DEPARTURES AND CERTAIN OTHER AB- date on which the alien files an application LEN EAHY ELSON EN SENCES.—For purposes of subsections (c)(3) , Mr. L , Mr. N , Mr. B - under this section that is less than 150 per- NET, Mr. COONS, Mr. REED, Mr. KAINE, cent of the United States poverty level. and (g)(4), an alien shall not be considered to have failed to continuously reside in the and Mr. SANDERS) submitted the fol- ‘‘(3) REMOVAL STAYED WHILE APPLICATION lowing resolution; which was referred PENDING.—The Secretary may not remove an United States due to— alien from the United States who appears ‘‘(1) brief, casual, and innocent absences to the Committee on Foreign Rela- prima facie eligible for provisional protected from the United States during the period be- tions: presence while the alien’s application for ginning on June 15, 2007, and ending on Au- S. RES. 414 provisional protected presence is pending. gust 14, 2012; or Whereas Venezuelan President Nicola´ s ‘‘(4) ALIENS NOT IN IMMIGRATION DETEN- ‘‘(2) travel outside of the United States on Maduro continues to take measures to con- TION.—An alien who is not in immigration or after August 15, 2012, if such travel was solidate an authoritarian government and detention, but who is in removal pro- authorized by the Secretary. undermine the independence of democratic ceedings, is the subject of a final removal ‘‘(i) TREATMENT OF EXPUNGED CONVIC- institutions in the country; order, or is the subject of a voluntary depar- Whereas the Government of Peru, as host TIONS.—For purposes of subsections (c)(7) and ture order, may apply for provisional pro- of the upcoming Summit of the Americas, (g)(1), an expunged conviction shall not auto- tected presence under this section if the has indicated that President Nicola´ s Maduro alien appears prima facie eligible for provi- matically be treated as a disqualifying fel- is not welcome to attend because of his fail- sional protected presence. ony, significant misdemeanor, or mis- ure to uphold the region’s shared commit- ‘‘(5) ALIENS IN IMMIGRATION DETENTION.— demeanor, but shall be evaluated on a case- ment to strengthening democracy and im- The Secretary shall provide any alien in im- by-case basis according to the nature and se- proving citizens’ well-being; migration detention, including any alien verity of the offense to determine whether, Whereas Venezuela’s National Electoral who is in removal proceedings, is the subject Council (CNE) unilaterally called for a presi- of a final removal order, or is the subject of under the particular circumstances, the dential election on April 22, 2018, despite the a voluntary departure order, who appears alien should be eligible for provisional pro- absence of an agreement between the Gov- prima facie eligible for provisional protected tected presence under this section. ernment of Venezuela and the political oppo- presence, upon request, with a reasonable op- ‘‘(j) EFFECT OF DEFERRED ACTION UNDER sition on the conditions necessary for the portunity to apply for provisional protected DEFERRED ACTION FOR CHILDHOOD ARRIVALS electoral process; presence under this section. PROGRAM.— Whereas, on February 13, 2018, the Min- ‘‘(6) CONFIDENTIALITY.— ‘‘(1) PROVISIONAL PROTECTED PRESENCE.—A isters of Foreign Affairs of Argentina, Brazil, ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall pro- DACA recipient is deemed to have provi- Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guate- tect information provided in applications for mala, Guyana, Honduras, Mexico, Panama, provisional protected presence under this sional protected presence under this section Paraguay, Peru, and Saint Lucia, rejected section and in requests for consideration of through the expiration date of the alien’s de- the decision of the Government of Venezuela DACA from disclosure to U.S. Immigration ferred action status, as specified by the Sec- to hold elections on April 22; and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs retary in conjunction with the approval of Whereas these 14 Foreign Ministers stated and Border Protection for the purpose of im- the alien’s DACA application. that elections would not be considered legiti- migration enforcement proceedings. ‘‘(2) EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION.—If a mate if the elections do not— ‘‘(B) REFERRALS PROHIBITED.—The Sec- DACA recipient has been granted employ- (1) permit the participation of all Ven- retary may not refer individuals whose cases ment authorization by the Secretary in addi- ezuelan citizens and political parties; have been deferred pursuant to DACA or who tion to deferred action, the employment au- (2) include observation by credible inter- have been granted provisional protected thorization shall continue through the expi- national organizations; and presence under this section to U.S. Immigra- ration date of the alien’s deferred action sta- (3) meet recognized international stand- tion and Customs Enforcement. tus, as specified by the Secretary in conjunc- ards; ‘‘(C) LIMITED EXCEPTION.—The information tion with the approval of the alien’s DACA Whereas despite these denunciations, on submitted in applications for provisional application. February 21, 2018, President Maduro stated protected presence under this section and in ‘‘(3) EFFECT OF APPLICATION.—If a DACA re- that he wanted to hold elections for the Na- requests for consideration of DACA may be cipient files an application for provisional shared with national security and law en- tional Assembly, state legislative councils, protected presence under this section not and municipal councils in conjunction with forcement agencies— later than the expiration date of the alien’s ‘‘(i) for assistance in the consideration of the presidential election scheduled for April deferred action status, as specified by the the application for provisional protected 22; Secretary in conjunction with the approval presence; Whereas, in January 2018, Venezuelan au- ‘‘(ii) to identify or prevent fraudulent of the alien’s DACA application, the alien’s thorities banned the Democratic Unity claims; provisional protected presence, and any em- Roundtable (MUD), the principal coalition of ‘‘(iii) for national security purposes; and ployment authorization, shall remain in ef- opposition parties, and leading opposition ‘‘(iv) for the investigation or prosecution fect pending the adjudication of such appli- political parties Voluntad Popular and of any felony not related to immigration sta- cation.’’. Primero Justicia, from participating in the presidential election; tus. (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of Whereas Venezuela’s December 2017 munic- ‘‘(7) ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS.—Not contents for the Immigration and Nation- ipal elections and October 2017 gubernatorial later than 60 days after the date of the enact- ality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 note) is amended by ment of the Three-Year Border and DACA elections failed to meet recognized inter- inserting after the item relating to section Extension Act, the Secretary shall begin ac- national standards; cepting applications for provisional pro- 244 the following: Whereas, in July 2017, Venezuela held fraudulent elections to install a National tected presence and employment authoriza- ‘‘Sec. 244A. Provisional protected pres- Constituent Assembly, a parallel legislature tion. ence.’’. ‘‘(g) RESCISSION OF PROVISIONAL PROTECTED that undemocratically usurped the constitu- PRESENCE.—The Secretary may not rescind tional authorities vested in the country’s an alien’s provisional protected presence or democratically-elected National Assembly; employment authorization granted under Whereas Smartmatic, the company that this section unless the Secretary determines manufactured the electronic voting tech- that the alien— nology, confirmed that—

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE6.028 S27FEPT1 S1252 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 (1) the result of the July 2017 National Con- (4) rejects the Venezuelan Government’s ef- portance of speech and debate through Na- stituent Assembly election was manipulated; forts to blame the country’s economic, hu- tional Speech and Debate Education Day; and manitarian, and political crisis on other ac- and (2) a change of more than 1,000,000 votes oc- tors instead of recognizing that the crisis Whereas National Speech and Debate Edu- curred in the final tabulation; was caused by its own malfeasance and crim- cation Day emphasizes the importance of Whereas a global coalition of more than 40 inality; speech and debate education and the integra- countries have rejected the installation of (5) urges the Government of Venezuela— tion of speech and debate education across Venezuela’s National Constituent Assembly (A) to permit the unobstructed delivery of grade levels and disciplines: Now, therefore, and refused to recognize it as a legitimate humanitarian assistance to the people of be it institution; Venezuela; and Resolved, That the Senate— Whereas the collapse of democratic govern- (B) to stop using food as a tool of political (1) designates March 2, 2018, as ‘‘National ance and the proliferation of political cor- coercion; Speech and Debate Education Day’’; ruption, criminal violence, failed economic (6) condemns the Government of Venezuela (2) strongly affirms the purposes of Na- policies, and hyperinflation have created a for failing to credibly participate in inter- tional Speech and Debate Education Day; devastating humanitarian crisis in Ven- nationally mediated negotiations— and ezuela; (A) to restore democracy; (3) encourages educational institutions, Whereas the majority of Venezuela’s citi- (B) to free political prisoners; and businesses, community and civic associa- zens lack access to essential medicines and (C) to permit the delivery of humanitarian tions, and all people of the United States to basic food supplies; assistance; celebrate and promote National Speech and Whereas the precarious humanitarian con- (7) supports the decision of the Govern- Debate Education Day. ditions in Venezuela have prompted hun- ment of Peru, as host of the Eighth Summit f dreds of thousands of Venezuelan citizens to of the Americas, to not invite President emigrate, which is fueling a migration and Maduro; and SENATE RESOLUTION 416—SUP- refugee crisis in neighboring countries; (8) supports the efforts of the Office of the PORTING THE GOALS AND Whereas, the Chief Prosecutor of the Inter- Prosecutor of the International Criminal IDEALS OF CAREER AND TECH- national Criminal Court has stated that the Court to examine the Venezuelan Govern- NICAL EDUCATION MONTH ment’s use of torture, excessive force, and Office of the Prosecutor will open a prelimi- Mr. KAINE (for himself, Mr. nary examination of the Venezuelan Govern- arbitrary detentions against Venezuelan citi- PORTMAN, Ms. BALDWIN, Mr. YOUNG, ment’s use of torture and excessive force zens. against demonstrators and the arbitrary de- f Mr. BARRASSO, Mr. BENNET, Mr. BLUMENTHAL, Mr. BOOZMAN, Mr. tention of thousands of anti-government pro- SENATE RESOLUTION 415—DESIG- testers; BROWN, Ms. CANTWELL, Mrs. CAPITO, Whereas, despite the presence of inter- NATING MARCH 2, 2018, AS ‘‘NA- Mr. CASEY, Mr. COONS, Ms. CORTEZ national mediators, the Government of Ven- TIONAL SPEECH AND DEBATE MASTO, Mr. DAINES, Mr. DONNELLY, Ms. ezuela failed to credibly participate in nego- EDUCATION DAY’’ DUCKWORTH, Mr. DURBIN, Mr. ENZI, tiations with the country’s political opposi- Mr. GRASSLEY (for himself, Mr. Mrs. FEINSTEIN, Ms. HARRIS, Ms. HAS- tion in order to reach an agreement that COONS, Ms. WARREN, Mr. DURBIN, and SAN, Mr. HATCH, Mr. HEINRICH, Ms. would— Ms. KLOBUCHAR) submitted the fol- (1) restore democracy; HEITKAMP, Ms. HIRONO, Mr. HOEVEN, (2) free political prisoners; lowing resolution; which was consid- Mr. INHOFE, Mr. ISAKSON, Mr. KING, Ms. (3) facilitate the delivery of humanitarian ered and agreed to: KLOBUCHAR, Mr. MANCHIN, Mr. MARKEY, aid; and S. RES. 415 Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. PERDUE, Mr. PETERS, (4) establish conditions for legitimate Whereas it is essential for youth to learn Mr. ROBERTS, Mr. ROUNDS, Mrs. SHA- democratic elections: and practice the art of communicating with HEEN, Ms. SMITH, Ms. STABENOW, Mr. Now, therefore, be it and without technology; THUNE, Mr. TILLIS, Mr. WARNER, and Resolved, That the Senate— Whereas speech and debate education of- Mr. WYDEN) submitted the following (1) calls on the Government of Venezuela fers students myriad forms of public speak- resolution; which was considered and to postpone the presidential election and any ing through which students may develop tal- concurrent National Assembly, state legisla- ent and exercise unique voice and character; agreed to: tive council, or municipal council elections Whereas speech and debate education gives S. RES. 416 scheduled for April 22, 2018, until— students the 21st-century skills of commu- Whereas a competitive global economy re- (A) international and local election observ- nication, critical thinking, creativity, and quires workers who are prepared for skilled ers from credible organizations are allowed collaboration; professions; to observe the electoral process, including Whereas critical analysis and effective Whereas, according to Deloitte and the the pre-election period, and determine a le- communication allow important ideas, texts, Manufacturing Institute, 84 percent of execu- gitimate process; and philosophies the opportunity to flourish; tives agree that there is a talent shortage in (B) the National Electoral Council is led Whereas personal, professional, and civic manufacturing in the United States, includ- and staffed by nonpartisan members that interactions are enhanced by the ability of ing talent for front-line worker jobs such as have the confidence of contesting parties; the participants in those interactions to lis- machinists, operators, craft workers, dis- (C) opposition parties and candidates are ten, concur, question, and dissent with rea- tributors, and technicians; free to peacefully compete in the election son and compassion; Whereas career and technical education without threat of arrest, harassment, or ret- Whereas students who participate in (referred to in this preamble as ‘‘CTE’’) en- ribution, including access to government speech and debate have chosen a challenging sures that competitive and skilled workers controlled media; activity that requires regular practice, dedi- are ready, willing, and capable of holding (D) arrangements are made for all Ven- cation, and hard work; jobs in high-wage, high-skill, and in-demand ezuelan voters, including those residing out- Whereas teachers and coaches of speech career fields such as science, technology, en- side of Venezuela, to be able to participate in and debate devote in-school, afterschool, and gineering, mathematics, nursing, allied the election; and weekend hours to equip students with life- health, construction, information tech- (E) there is no implied or direct link be- changing skills and opportunities; nology, energy sustainability, and many tween an individual’s vote and the govern- Whereas National Speech and Debate Edu- other career fields that are vital in keeping ment food rations to which the individual is cation Day emphasizes the lifelong impact of the United States competitive in the global eligible and no record is retained of a voter’s providing people of the United States with economy; choice for any reason related to government the confidence and preparation to both dis- Whereas CTE helps the United States meet benefits, including retaliation; cern and share views; the very real and immediate challenges of (2) denounces as illegitimate any presi- Whereas National Speech and Debate Edu- economic development, student achieve- dential election in Venezuela that fails to cation Day acknowledges that most achieve- ment, and global competitiveness; meet the standards described in paragraph ments, celebrations, commemorations, and Whereas the United States has 30,000,000 (1); pivotal moments in modern history begin, jobs with an average income of $55,000 per (3) condemns the steps taken by President end, or are crystallized with public address; year that do not require a bachelor’s degree Maduro— Whereas National Speech and Debate Edu- yet increasingly require some level of post- (A) to consolidate an authoritarian govern- cation Day recognizes that learning to re- secondary education; ment in Venezuela; and search, construct, and present an argument Whereas nearly 12,000,000 students are en- (B) to undermine the independence of is integral to personal advocacy, social rolled in CTE across the country with CTE democratic institutions such as the National movements, and the making of public policy; programs in thousands of CTE centers, com- Assembly of Venezuela, the Supreme Tri- Whereas the National Speech & Debate As- prehensive high schools, career academies, bunal of Justice of Venezuela, and the Na- sociation, in conjunction with national and and CTE high schools, and nearly 1,600 2-year tional Electoral Council of Venezuela; local partners, honors and celebrates the im- colleges;

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE6.029 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1253 Whereas CTE matches employability skills (A) is set to expire in 2023; and tegic Services (OSS), in recognition of their with workforce demand and provides rel- (B) authorizes economic assistance, superior service and major contributions evant academic and technical coursework through Federal grants and programs, to during World War II. leading to industry-recognized credentials persons in the Republic of the Marshall Is- (b) PREPARATIONS.—Physical preparations for secondary, postsecondary, and adult lands; and for the conduct of the ceremony described in learners; (2) has full authority and responsibility Whereas CTE affords students the oppor- over security and defense matters relating to subsection (a) shall be carried out in accord- tunity to gain the knowledge, skills, and cre- the Republic of the Marshall Islands; ance with such conditions as may be pre- dentials needed to secure careers in growing, Whereas, under the Compact, eligible citi- scribed by the Architect of the Capitol. high-demand fields; zens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands Mr. KAINE. Mr. President, our Na- Whereas secondary CTE is associated with may reside, work, and study in the United a lower probability of dropping out of high States without a visa and may serve in the tion’s ongoing success and economic school and a higher likelihood of graduating Armed Forces of the United States; mobility depends on the skills and edu- on-time; Whereas an estimated 1⁄3 of the population cation of the American workforce and Whereas CTE students were significantly of the Republic of the Marshall Islands has its preparedness to meet and adjust to more likely than non-CTE students to report relocated to the United States; and the demands of today’s economy. Ca- having developed problem-solving, project Whereas Marshallese individuals who live reer and technical education (CTE) completion, research, math, college applica- in the United States— tion, work-related, communication, time (1) offer positive economic and cultural programs are an essential component management, and critical thinking skills benefits to the communities in which those to each student’s education, giving stu- during high school; individuals live; dents the opportunity to gain knowl- Whereas, according to an American Fed- (2) pay Federal and State taxes but are not edge, skills, and credentials needed to eration of Teachers poll, 94 percent of par- eligible for benefits under— secure careers in growing, high-demand ents approve of expanding access to CTE and (A) the Medicare program established other programs that prepare students for under title XVIII of the Social Security fields. Today, approximately 12 million jobs; Act (42 U.S.C. 1395 et seq.); or students are enrolled in CTE across the Whereas students at schools with highly (B) the Medicaid program established country with CTE programs in thou- integrated rigorous academic and CTE pro- under title XIX of the Social Security Act sands of CTE centers, comprehensive grams have significantly higher achievement (42 U.S.C. 1396 et seq.); and high schools, career academies, CTE in reading, mathematics, and science than (3) were undercounted in the 2010 census high schools, and community colleges. students at schools with less integrated pro- and, as a result, areas where those individ- Through applied learning, these stu- grams; and uals live are underserved by the Federal Gov- Whereas February 23, 2018, marks the 101st ernment: Now, therefore, be it dents obtain technical and employ- anniversary of the signing of the Act of Feb- Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- ability skills that parallel workforce ruary 23, 1917 (commonly known as the resentatives concurring), That Congress— demand. ‘‘Smith-Hughes Vocational Education Act of (1) commends— According to the American Federa- 1917’’) (39 Stat. 929, chapter 114), which was (A) the rich history and heritage of the Re- the first major Federal investment in sec- public of the Marshall Islands; and tion of Teachers, 94 percent of parents ondary CTE and laid the foundation for the (B) citizens of the Republic of the Marshall approve of expanding access to CTE bipartisan, bicameral support for CTE that Islands who live in the United States for the and other programs that prepare stu- continues as of February 2018: Now, there- contributions of those individuals to— dents for jobs. CTE ensures that com- fore, be it (i) the communities in which those individ- petitive and skilled workers are ready, Resolved, That the Senate— uals live; and willing, and capable of holding jobs in (1) designates February 2018 as ‘‘Career and (ii) the national defense of the United Technical Education Month’’ to celebrate ca- States through their service in the Armed high-wage, high-skill, and in-demand reer and technical education across the Forces of the United States; career fields. Throughout Virginia, I’ve United States; (2) recognizes— heard manufacturers express dis- (2) supports the goals and ideals of Career (A) the strategic importance of the Repub- content with shortage of qualified and Technical Education month; lic of the Marshall Islands; and skilled production employees—roles (3) recognizes the importance of career and (B) the importance of the upcoming re- that require the instruction and train- technical education in preparing a well-edu- negotiation of the Compact of Free Associa- cated and skilled workforce in the United tion between the Government of the United ing offered in CTE classrooms. It is States; and States and the Government of the Republic vital that we heighten awareness of (4) encourages educators, guidance and ca- of the Marshall Islands; and CTE’s role in helping the United States reer development professionals, administra- (3) encourages a continued commitment to to meet the very real and immediate tors, and parents to promote career and improve census data to better serve citizens challenges of economic development, technical education as a respected option for of the Republic of the Marshall Islands who student achievement, and global com- students. live in the United States. petitiveness. f f This is why today, with my Senate SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- CTE Caucus co-chairs Senator TION 34—RECOGNIZING THE RICH TION 35—AUTHORIZING THE USE PORTMAN, SENATOR BALDWIN, and Sen- HISTORY, HERITAGE, AND STRA- OF EMANCIPATION HALL IN THE ator YOUNG and 41 colleagues in the TEGIC IMPORTANCE OF THE RE- CAPITOL VISITOR CENTER FOR A Senate, I am proud to introduce a bi- PUBLIC OF THE MARSHALL IS- CEREMONY TO PRESENT THE partisan resolution to designate Feb- LANDS AND THE MARSHALLESE CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL ruary as Career and Technical Edu- POPULATION RESIDING IN THE COLLECTIVELY TO THE MEM- cation (CTE) month. CTE Month offers UNITED STATES BERS OF THE OFFICE OF STRA- an opportunity for students, parents, TEGIC SERVICES Mr. BOOZMAN (for himself and Mr. counselors, educators and school lead- COTTON) submitted the following con- Mr. WARNER (for himself and Mr. ers to become more informed about the current resolution; which was referred BLUNT) submitted the following con- educational opportunities attainable in to the Committee on Energy and Nat- current resolution; which was consid- their communities, and acknowledge ural Resources: ered and agreed to: the importance of CTE in cultivating a S. CON. RES. 34 S. CON. RES. 35 skilled and well-educated workforce in Whereas the Republic of the Marshall Is- Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- our nation. lands— resentatives concurring), Through formal recognition of CTE (1) is a sovereign country in free associa- SECTION 1. USE OF EMANCIPATION HALL FOR tion with the United States under the Com- CEREMONY TO PRESENT THE CON- Month through this resolution, it is pact of Free Association between the Gov- GRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL TO THE our hope that we can foster greater ernment of the United States and the Gov- OFFICE OF STRATEGIC SERVICES. support for the importance of improv- ernment of the Republic of the Marshall Is- (a) AUTHORIZATION.—Emancipation Hall in ing access to high-quality CTE for mil- lands (referred to in this preamble as the the Capitol Visitor Center is authorized to be ‘‘Compact’’), approved in the Compact of used on March 21, 2018, for a ceremony to lions of America’s students and our Free Association Amendments Act of 2003 present the Congressional Gold Medal collec- country’s continued economic competi- (Public Law 108–188; 117 Stat. 2720), which— tively to the members of the Office of Stra- tiveness.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE6.031 S27FEPT1 S1254 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 27, 2018 AUTHORITY FOR COMMITTEES TO Honorable JONI ERNST of Iowa, the Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I MEET Honorable SHELDON WHITEHOUSE of ask unanimous consent that the reso- Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. President, I have Rhode Island, the Honorable MICHAEL lution be agreed to, the preamble be 5 requests for committees to meet dur- BENNET of Colorado, the Honorable agreed to, and the motions to recon- ing today’s session of the Senate. They BRIAN SCHATZ of Hawaii, and the Hon- sider be considered made and laid upon have the approval of the Majority and orable MAIZE K. HIRONO of Hawaii. the table with no intervening action or Minority leaders. The Chair, on behalf of the majority debate. Pursuant to rule XXVI, paragraph and minority leaders of the Senate, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without 5(a), of the Standing Rules of the Sen- pursuant to section 30422 of Public Law objection, it is so ordered. ate, the following committees are au- 115–123, appoints the following as Mem- The resolution (S. Res. 415) was thorized to meet during today’s session bers of the Joint Select Committee on agreed to. The preamble was agreed to. of the Senate: Solvency of Multiemployer Pension Plans: the Honorable ORRIN G. HATCH (The resolution, with its preamble, is COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES of Utah (Co-Chair), the Honorable printed in today’s RECORD under ‘‘Sub- The Committee on Armed Services is LAMAR ALEXANDER of Tennessee, the mitted Resolutions.’’) authorized to meet during the session Honorable ROB J. PORTMAN of Ohio, the f of the Senate on Tuesday, February, 27, Honorable MIKE D. CRAPO of Idaho, the 2018, at 9:30 a.m., to conduct a hearing. SUPPORTING THE GOALS AND Honorable SHERROD BROWN of Ohio (Co- IDEALS OF CAREER AND TECH- COMMITTEE ON HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR AND Chair), the Honorable JOE MANCHIN III PENSIONS NICAL EDUCATION MONTH of West Virginia, the Honorable HEIDI Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I The Committee on Health, Edu- HEITKAMP of North Dakota, and the ask unanimous consent that the Sen- cation, Labor and Pensions is author- Honorable TINA SMITH of Minnesota. ized to meet during the session of the ate proceed to the immediate consider- Senate on Tuesday, February, 27, 2018, f ation of S. Res. 416, submitted earlier at 10 a.m., to conduct a hearing enti- APPOINTMENT today. tled ‘‘The Opioid Crisis: The Role of The PRESIDING OFFICER. The The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Technology and Data in Preventing clerk will report the resolution by Chair, on behalf of the majority leader, and Treating Addiction.’’ title. pursuant to Public Law 106–567, the In- The senior assistant legislative clerk COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN RELATIONS telligence Authorization Act for Fiscal The Committee on Foreign Relations read as follows: Year 2001, appoints the following indi- A resolution (S. Res. 416) supporting the is authorized to meet during the ses- vidual to serve as a member of the Pub- sion of the Senate on Tuesday, Feb- goals and ideals of Career and Technical lic Interest Declassification Board: Education Month. ruary, 27, 2018, at 2:30 p.m., to conduct Alissa M. Starzak of the District of Co- There being no objection, the Senate a hearing on the following nomina- lumbia. tions: Kevin Edward Moley, of Arizona, proceeded to consider the resolution. Mr. MCCONNELL. I further ask to be an Assistant Secretary of State f unanimous consent that the resolution (International Organization Affairs), MEASURE READ THE FIRST be agreed to, the preamble be agreed Josephine Olsen, of Maryland, to be Di- TIME—S. 2464 to, and the motions to reconsider be rector of the Peace Corps, Erik Bethel, Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I considered made and laid upon the of Florida, to be United States Alter- understand there is a bill at the desk, table with no intervening action or de- nate Executive Director of the Inter- and I ask for its first reading. bate. national Bank for Reconstruction and The PRESIDING OFFICER. The The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Development, and Sean Cairncross, of clerk will read the bill by title for the objection, it is so ordered. Minnesota, to be Chief Executive Offi- first time. The resolution (S. Res. 416) was cer, Millennium Challenge Corpora- The senior assistant legislative clerk agreed to. tion. read as follows: The preamble was agreed to. COMMITTEE ON VETERANS’ AFFAIRS A bill (S. 2464) to improve border security (The resolution, with its preamble, is The Committee on Veterans’ Affairs and to provide conditional provision resi- printed in today’s RECORD under ‘‘Sub- is authorized to meet during the ses- dence to certain long-term residents who en- mitted Resolutions.’’) sion of the Senate on Tuesday, Feb- tered the United States as children. f ruary, 27, 2018, at 2 p.m., to conduct a Mr. MCCONNELL. I now ask for a joint hearing with the House Com- AUTHORIZING USE OF second reading and, in order to place EMANCIPATION HALL mittee on Veterans’ Affairs. the bill on the calendar under the pro- SELECT COMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE visions of rule XIV, I object to my own Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I The Select Committee on Intel- request. ask unanimous consent that the Sen- ligence is authorized to meet during The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- ate proceed to the immediate consider- the session of the Senate on Tuesday, tion having been heard, the bill will be ation of S. Con. Res. 35, submitted ear- February, 27, at 2:30 p.m. to conduct a read for the second time on the next lier today. closed hearing. legislative day. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the concurrent resolu- f f tion by title. APPOINTMENTS NATIONAL SPEECH AND DEBATE The senior assistant legislative clerk EDUCATION DAY read as follows: Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I A concurrent resolution (S. Con. Res. 35) Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I understand appointments were made authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in during the adjournment of the Senate. ask unanimous consent that the Sen- the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to I ask they be stated for the RECORD. ate proceed to the consideration of S. present the Congressional Gold Medal collec- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Res. 415, submitted earlier today. tively to the members of the Office of Stra- Chair, on behalf of the majority and The PRESIDING OFFICER. The tegic Services. minority leaders of the Senate, pursu- clerk will report the resolution by There being no objection, the Senate ant to section 30442 of Public Law 115– title. proceeded to consider the concurrent 123, appoints the following as Members The senior assistant legislative clerk resolution. of the Joint Select Committee on read as follows: Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I Budget and Appropriations Process Re- A resolution (S. Res. 415) designating further ask unanimous consent that form: the Honorable ROY D. BLUNT of March 2, 2018, as ‘‘National Speech and De- the concurrent resolution be agreed to Missouri, the Honorable DAVID A. bate Education Day.’’ and the motion to reconsider be consid- PERDUE, JR. of Georgia, the Honorable There being no objection, the Senate ered made and laid upon the table with JAMES P. LANKFORD of Oklahoma, the proceeded to consider the resolution. no intervening action or debate.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:30 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A27FE6.035 S27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1255 The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without sent that it stand adjourned under the THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDI- objection, it is so ordered. previous order. CATED WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE The concurrent resolution (S. Con. There being no objection, the Senate, AND RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: Res. 35) was agreed to. at 6:26 p.m., adjourned until Wednes- To be lieutenant general (The concurrent resolution is printed day, February 28, 2018, at 12:45 p.m. MAJ. GEN. DAVID D. THOMPSON in today’s RECORD under ‘‘Submitted f Resolutions.’’) IN THE NAVY NOMINATIONS f THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT Executive nominations received by IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND UNANIMOUS CONSENT AGREE- the Senate: RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: MENT—EXECUTIVE CALENDAR DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY To be admiral Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I CHARLES P. VERDON, OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE DEPUTY VICE ADM. CHRISTOPHER W. GRADY ADMINISTRATOR FOR DEFENSE PROGRAMS, NATIONAL THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT ask unanimous consent that notwith- NUCLEAR SECURITY ADMINISTRATION, VICE DONALD L. IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED COOK, RESIGNED. standing the provisions of rule XXII, WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND THEODORE J. GARRISH, OF MARYLAND, TO BE AN AS- RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: all postcloture time on the Vought SISTANT SECRETARY OF ENERGY (INTERNATIONAL AF- nomination expire at 4:30 p.m. tomor- FAIRS), VICE JONATHAN ELKIND. To be vice admiral row, February 28, and the Senate vote UNITED STATES INTERNATIONAL TRADE VICE ADM. CHARLES A. RICHARD on confirmation of the nomination COMMISSION THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED with no intervening action or debate; AMY KARPEL, OF WASHINGTON, TO BE A MEMBER OF WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND THE UNITED STATES INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMIS- RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: finally, that if confirmed, the motion SION FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE TERM EXPIRING to reconsider be considered made and JUNE 16, 2020, VICE F. SCOTT KIEFF, RESIGNED. To be vice admiral laid upon the table and the President DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE REAR ADM. MICHAEL T. MORAN be immediately notified of the Senate’s JOHN CARY BITTICK, OF GEORGIA, TO BE UNITED THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT action. STATES MARSHAL FOR THE MIDDLE DISTRICT OF GEOR- IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED GIA FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS, VICE WILLIE LEE WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without RICHARDSON, JR., RETIRED. RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: objection, it is so ordered. THOMAS T. CULLEN, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE UNITED STATES ATTORNEY FOR THE WESTERN DISTRICT OF VIR- To be vice admiral f GINIA FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS, VICE JOHN P. REAR ADM. TIMOTHY J. WHITE FISHWICK, JR., RESIGNED. ORDERS FOR WEDNESDAY, TIMOTHY A. GARRISON, OF MISSOURI, TO BE UNITED THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT STATES ATTORNEY FOR THE WESTERN DISTRICT OF IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED FEBRUARY 28, 2018 MISSOURI FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS, VICE ANGELA UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: TAMMY DICKINSON, RESIGNED. To be rear admiral (lower half) Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I STEVEN L. GLADDEN, OF NORTH CAROLINA, TO BE ask unanimous consent that when the UNITED STATES MARSHAL FOR THE MIDDLE DISTRICT CAPT. DAVID A. WELCH Senate completes its business today, it OF NORTH CAROLINA FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS, VICE WILLIE RANSOME STAFFORD III, TERM EXPIRED. f adjourn until 12:45 p.m., Wednesday, NICOLA T. HANNA, OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE UNITED February 28; further, that following the STATES ATTORNEY FOR THE CENTRAL DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS, VICE EI- CONFIRMATIONS prayer and pledge, the morning hour be LEEN M. DECKER, RESIGNED. DAVID C. JOSEPH, OF LOUISIANA, TO BE UNITED Executive nominations confirmed by deemed expired, the Journal of pro- STATES ATTORNEY FOR THE WESTERN DISTRICT OF ceedings be approved to date, the time LOUISIANA FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS, VICE STEPH- the Senate February 27, 2018: ANIE A. FINELY, RESIGNED. for the two leaders be reserved for their DAVID L. LYONS, OF GEORGIA, TO BE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE use later in the day, and morning busi- MARSHAL FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF GEORGIA WILLIAM NORTHEY, OF IOWA, TO BE UNDER SEC- ness be closed. I further ask that fol- FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS, VICE STEPHEN JAMES RETARY OF AGRICULTURE FOR FARM AND FOREIGN AG- SMITH, TERM EXPIRED. RICULTURAL SERVICES. lowing leader remarks, the Senate pro- RODNEY D. OSTERMILLER, OF MONTANA, TO BE UNITED STATES MARSHAL FOR THE DISTRICT OF MON- THE JUDICIARY ceed to executive session and resume TANA FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS, VICE DARRELL consideration of the Vought nomina- JAMES BELL, RESIGNED. ELIZABETH L. BRANCH, OF GEORGIA, TO BE UNITED KENJI M. PRICE, OF HAWAII, TO BE UNITED STATES AT- STATES CIRCUIT JUDGE FOR THE ELEVENTH CIRCUIT. tion; finally, that all time during re- TORNEY FOR THE DISTRICT OF HAWAII FOR THE TERM cess, adjournment, morning business, OF FOUR YEARS, VICE FLORENCE T. NAKAKUNI, RE- f and leader remarks count postcloture TIRED. on the Vought nomination. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS WITHDRAWAL The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without PAUL R. LAWRENCE, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE UNDER SEC- RETARY FOR BENEFITS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF VET- Executive Message transmitted by objection, it is so ordered. ERANS AFFAIRS, VICE ALLISON A. HICKEY, RESIGNED . the President to the Senate on Feb- f IN THE AIR FORCE ruary 27, 2018 withdrawing from further THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT Senate consideration the following ADJOURNMENT UNTIL 12:45 P.M. IN THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDI- nomination: TOMORROW CATED WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION ROBERT M. WEAVER, OF OKLAHOMA, TO BE DIRECTOR Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, if 601: OF THE INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF there is no further business to come be- To be general HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS, VICE YVETTE ROUBIDEAUX, TERM EXPIRED, fore the Senate, I ask unanimous con- LT. GEN. TIMOTHY M. RAY WHICH WAS SENT TO THE SENATE ON OCTOBER 24, 2017.

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HONORING READ ACROSS AMER- ities from getting their day in court when their ROTC for receiving the assessment score of ICA DAY AND IMAGINATION LI- right to access is violated. In the twenty-eight ‘‘Exceeds Standards.’’ BRARY years since the landmark Americans with Dis- The JROTC program received the ‘‘Exceeds abilities Act was passed, people with disabil- Standards’’ designation, the highest rating at- HON. JOHN P. SARBANES ities have made important gains in access and tainable by a JROTC program, based on a for- mal Unit Evaluation on December 4. Major OF MARYLAND inclusion to public buildings, schools, work- places, and businesses. The ADA is a funda- Jeffrey M. Shelton and Senior Master Ser- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mental part of American civil rights law; like geant Jeffrey T. Moffet have created a learn- Tuesday, February 27, 2018 many of our other civil rights statutes, it de- ing environment where cadets take great pride Mr. SARBANES. Mr. Speaker, this week, pends on voluntary compliance and private in accomplishing their goals and making a teachers, students and families across the rights of action for its enforcement. Shifting the positive impact on their community. They are country will celebrate the importance of read- responsibility for compliance to persons with outstanding leaders and role models for their ing by taking part in the National Education disabilities undermines the spirit of the law cadets, Maeseille Calonia, Jesus Lopez, Association’s Read Across America Day. Re- and the structure of civil rights statutes more Christopher Coats, Manuel Arriaga, Carolina search shows that literacy begins before broadly. Garcia, Adrianna Rios, Matthew Alfaro, Azahel school even starts. Young children who have H.R. 620 requires a victim of discrimination Vazquez, Julian Vinsonhaler and Isabel been read to at home and have had access to to provide specific notice of the ADA violation Arviso, who performed exceptionally well dur- a variety of reading materials, develop into to a business, and then allow 120 days for the ing their evaluation. Thanks to this JROTC stronger readers. That’s why programs like business to make ‘‘substantial progress’’ to- program, they are paving the way to make Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library are so im- ward remedying the violation. The bill does not outstanding military leaders. portant. define substantial progress, further weakening On behalf of the Twenty-Second District of Each month, Imagination Library mails over the business’s incentive to comply, and loos- Texas, congratulations again to Lamar Con- one million free books to children around the ening enforceability of the ADA, in turn allow- solidated High School’s Air Force JROTC for world, including seven thousand in Baltimore. ing discrimination against persons with disabil- receiving this high assessment score. Keep up Today, as Dolly donates her hundred millionth ities to continue. While some egregious por- the fantastic work. book to the Library of Congress, I thank her tions of this bill were removed during floor f for her inspiring dedication to children’s lit- consideration, including the requirement that a SPRINGFIELD CLINIC LEADS eracy and I applaud everyone participating in claimant name the specific section of the ADA ILLINOIS IN OPENNOTES Read Across America Day. violated before even notifying the business, its f underlying purpose remains clear: making it harder for persons with disabilities to fight for HON. RODNEY DAVIS OF ILLINOIS IN HONOR OF DON AND BETTY JO their day in court. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MATHIS’ 72ND WEDDING ANNI- As members of Congress, it is our duty to VERSARY promote the welfare and dignity of all of our Tuesday, February 27, 2018 constituents, particularly those who have spent Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speak- HON. LIZ CHENEY so long on the outside looking in. We ought to er, I rise today in order to recognize the OF WYOMING defend and strengthen the ADA, reforming it Springfield Clinic, one of the first multi-spe- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES where needed and building on its successes, cialty clinics in downstate Illinois. With more rather than dismantling its efficacy and closing than 400 physicians and advanced practi- Tuesday, February 27, 2018 our legal system off from those who need it. tioners practicing in 80 medical specialties and Ms. CHENEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to I urge my colleagues to oppose this bill. sub-specialties, Springfield Clinic now proudly extend my congratulations to Don and Betty f stands as one of Illinois’ largest private multi- Jo Mathis on the celebration of their 72nd specialty clinics and serves nearly one million Wedding Anniversary. PERSONAL EXPLANATION patients throughout the central Illinois region. This significant benchmark is a symbol of In 2010, as part of their ‘‘leading the way’’ their commitment to each other and to their HON. SEAN P. DUFFY initiative, all Springfield Clinic offices began family. I am happy to join their friends and OF WISCONSIN working with the OpenNotes movement. This family in extending my best to them on this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES puts them among the nation’s leaders in inte- special occasion. gration of electronic health record technology, Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Again, Mr. Speaker, I would like to extend which enables clinicians to share their visit my congratulations to Don and Betty Jo on the Mr. DUFFY. Mr. Speaker, on Monday, Feb- notes with patients through fully transparent celebration of their 72nd Wedding Anniver- ruary 26, 2018 I missed the following votes medical records. This secure system encour- sary. I wish them the best today and for many and was not recorded. Had I been present, I ages patients to become active participants in more blessed years to come. would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 81, their health care by providing a convenient f and YEA on Roll Call No. 82. way to access and manage personal medical f records, communicate directly with medical PERSONAL EXPLANATION professionals, schedule appointments and pre- LAMAR CONSOLIDATED HIGH scriptions, receive email and text reminders for HON. JOE COURTNEY SCHOOL’S AIR FORCE JUNIOR preventive care and upcoming appointments, ROTC EARNS HIGHEST ASSESS- OF CONNECTICUT and pay bills online. MENT SCORE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This dynamic state-of-the-art system pro- vides Springfield Clinic the necessary tools to Tuesday, February 27, 2018 HON. PETE OLSON expand patient services. However, we cannot Mr. COURTNEY. Mr. Speaker, I was absent OF TEXAS hope to automate and streamline provider from the House Chamber on Thursday, Feb- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES workflow unless more patients sign up for and ruary 15, 2018, due to official business in my participate in these portals. I’m proud to rep- district. Had I been present, I would have Tuesday, February 27, 2018 resent Springfield Clinic, which is on the fore- voted NO on roll call no. 80, on the passage Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to front of this innovative approach to the doctor- of H.R. 620—legislation that I strongly oppose. recognize the instructors and cadets of Lamar patient relationship. 19 million patients are al- This bill would prevent Americans with disabil- Consolidated High School’s Air Force Junior ready taking advantage of their new ability to

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K27FE8.001 E27FEPT1 E226 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 27, 2018 access medical information online through Trujillo on the celebration of their 50th Wed- States Army and trained to be a Military Po- OpenNotes, and my hope is that this number ding Anniversary. liceman. After completing Basic Training and only continues to grow both in my district and This significant benchmark is a symbol of AIT, he was shipped off to West Germany. He across the country. More and more medical their commitment to each other and to their served most of his military tour in Karlsrhue, professionals and citizens should take advan- family. I am happy to join their friends and West Germany as a physical security Military tage of this patient-centered program so we family in extending my best to them on this Policeman. can focus on what matters most—patient care. special occasion. In April of 1979, Mr. Beasley’s mother be- f Again, Mr. Speaker, I would like to extend came ill and he hopped a Concorde cargo jet my congratulations to Kelly and Merry on the from Frankfurt, Germany to John F. Kennedy THE TRAVIS LETTER celebration of their 50th Wedding Anniversary. airport in New York on emergency leave. In I wish them the best today and for many more May of 1979, his mother passed away. His HON. TED POE blessed years to come. First Sargent granted him a hardship dis- OF TEXAS f charge under honorable conditions. After re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES turning home, he became the youngest police- CONGRATULATING THE man in the city of Greenwood, Mississippi at Tuesday, February 27, 2018 PHILADELPHIA EAGLES age 20. The fall of that same year he enrolled Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, February in the undergraduate criminal Justice program 1836: Texas was in the heat of the fight for HON. ROBERT A. BRADY at Jackson State University, Jackson, Mis- our independence. A small volunteer band of OF PENNSYLVANIA sissippi. While at Jackson State University, he 180 patriots stood defiant at the Alamo, fight- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES became President of the American Criminal ing tooth and nail against Santa Anna’s mas- Justice Association. He represented the crimi- sive army. They were outnumbered, 10 to 1. Tuesday, February 27, 2018 nal justice department at the 1984, Black Cau- Col. William Barrett Travis, a 27-year-old law- Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, cus Banquet in Jackson, Mississippi. He yer from South Carolina, led the Texians into today I rise to congratulate the Philadelphia played trumpet as a member of Jackson State battle, ready to defend the Alamo. Surrounded Eagles on their incredible victory in the 52nd University ‘‘Sonic Boom of the South Marching by the enemy, Col. Travis put pen to paper, Super Bowl. This hard-fought success could Band’’. Robert was also a candidate for officer composing his immortal letter, seeking aid for not be sweeter as it finally rings throughout school through the JSU Army ROTC program. the defense of Texas. He wrote: the City of Brotherly Love after 52 years of The 114th Military Police Unit in Clinton, MS BEJAR, FEBY. 24TH. 1836. hope and anticipation. As the representative of would not allow him to participate in the Offi- Commandancy of The Alamo, the First District of Pennsylvania, I could not cers slow, a part of the ROTC requirement. TO THE PEOPLE OF TEXAS & ALL AMERICANS be more proud to celebrate this win with my In May of 1986, he graduated from Jackson IN THE WORLD— State University with a B.S. degree in Criminal Fellow Citizens & compatriots—I am be- city. sieged, by a thousand or more of the Mexi- While I am happy that our team won, I am Justice. That same year he became the Direc- cans under Santa Anna—I have sustained a even more pleased at their amazing triumph in tor of Security for JSU Marching Band. That continual Bombardment & cannonade for 24 the face of adversity; fighting through a chal- next year in 1988, he was hired as a Campus hours & have not lost a man—The enemy has lenging season full of injuries and difficulties, Policeman for the University. In 1985, he was demanded a surrender at discretion, other- this team of underdogs never once gave up. hired at Tougaloo College as Campus Secu- wise, the garrison are to be put to the sword, This spirit of resilience and determination was rity. The fall of 1986, he was hired as a Cor- if the fort is taken—I have answered the de- exemplified by our quarterback Nick Foles, rectional Officer for The State of Mississippi mand with a cannon shot, & our flag still Department of Corrections, Rankin County waves proudly from the walls—I shall never who carried the team to the championship surrender or retreat. Then, I call on you in after quarterback Carson Wentz injured his Correctional Facility. Mr. Beasley remained the name of Liberty, of patriotism & every- ACL. there until June of 1988. The Fall of 1988, he thing dear to the American character, to I am proud of the Philadelphia Eagles for enrolled in JSU graduate Criminal Justice pro- come to our aid, with all dispatch. The serving up that indescribable ‘‘Philly Special,’’ gram. Robert completed 30 hours of academic enemy is receiving reinforcements daily and in more ways than one, for all Americans to credits toward graduation. In the spring of will no doubt increase to three or four thou- see. Today, I celebrate this team, the Philadel- 1993, he moved to Milwaukee, WI. Within two sand in four or five days. If this call is ne- phia Eagles organization, and most of all, the weeks he was hired as a Learnfare Case glected, I am determined to sustain myself Manager. He was responsible for assisting as long as possible & die like a soldier who city of Philadelphia as we cherish this historic never forgets what is due to his own honor & win. families with determining barriers for children that of his country—Victory or Death. As Eagles Head Coach Doug Pederson not attending school regularly or dropped out. WILLIAM BARRETT TRAVIS, said, ‘‘not only do we have the best fans in the He engaged with local school officials and Lt. Col. Comdt, The Alamo world, we now have the best team in the principals to reintegrate the child back into a Mr. Speaker, Col. Travis and his group of world.’’ If this season of football has taught us traditional classroom or find an Alternative tenacious volunteer soldiers were killed at the anything, it has shown us never to underesti- School so the child may graduate with a High Alamo, defending Texas’ freedom. No more mate the underdogs. Mr. Speaker, I believe School Diploma. Robert worked as a Foster than sixty days later, outnumbered, General there is just one more thing to say: Fly Eagles Care Case Manager for the Institute for Child Sam Houston and his ‘Texians’ triumphed fly. and Family Development, Milwaukee, WI. He over Santa Anna and his professional army in f investigated allegations of abuse and/or ne- the marshy plains of San Jacinto, winning glect for minors. Testified in Court as to the HONORING ROBERT LEE BEASLEY independence from Mexico. Still to this day, suitability to return the child home or place remarkable and inspirational statement for him or her in a foster home. He developed a freedom and the spirit of liberty. Col. William HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON dispositional order to terminate parental rights. Barrett Travis is one reason my oldest grand- OF MISSISSIPPI I worked as a Wraparound Coordinator for at son is named Barrett Houston. And that is just IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES risk kids for the Center for Child and Family Services, Milwaukee, WI. His last employment the way it is. Tuesday, February 27, 2018 f in Milwaukee was with the Wisconsin Welfare Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- Reform Program as a Financial Employment IN HONOR OF KELLY AND MERRY er, I rise today to honor Mr. Robert Lee Planner III. He assisted families and individ- TRUJILLO’S 50TH WEDDING ANNI- Beasley. uals to move from dependency on the govern- VERSARY Mr. Robert Lee Beasley is a native of ment to self-sufficiency. Greenwood, MS. He is the second child born In March of 2004, Robert returned to Mis- HON. LIZ CHENEY to Hattie B. Lewis-Beasley and Willie B. sissippi as a caretaker for two mentally ill OF WYOMING McQueen. He is a 1977 graduate of Green- brothers. The only Job he could get in Green- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wood High School. While in High School, he wood was in the meat department at the participated in the Bulldog Marching Band and Greenwood Market Place. Four months into Tuesday, February 27, 2018 NJROTC drill team. His senior year he was the job, he met Dr. Roy Hudson, Vice Presi- Ms. CHENEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to voted ‘‘most likely to succeed’’. After grad- dent of University Relations at Mississippi Val- extend my congratulations to Kelly and Merry uating from High School he joined the United ley State University. Shortly after meeting Dr.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A27FE8.004 E27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E227 Hudson in June 2005, he was hired as the cases, and brilliant strategic thinking made her bench, where she has served in the Domestic Technical Assistant for Department of Admis- a leading voice of the LGBTQ civil rights Relations Division. sions and Recruitment for the Valley. In 2006, movement. She has been a hero to many in Pat has enriched the lives of thousands of while working full-time and attending graduate the Chicagoland area and across the country, individuals, couples and families—those she criminal justice program at Valley, he survived including to me. I am one of many who have represented directly and the many others who a heart attack and had to drop out of school relied on Pat to inform us and to inspire us. have benefitted from the landmark systemic and stop working for a while. February of In 1995, Pat helped win the right for gay changes brought about by her work—creating 2008, he became a Career Specialist with men and lesbians to adopt children in Illinois. a lasting legacy of opportunity and hope for Arbor Education and Training. Robert taught a Four years later, Pat acted swiftly to preserve generations to come. job readiness program called C.E.O. to young that right against a rogue circuit court whose Pat’s life and work are a call to action, a re- adults under the age of 20. In 2010, he joined extraordinary actions put adoptions for three minder that each of us has the power to effect Thompson-Clemons Post 200 of the American small children at risk. In two separate cases significant change. For her leadership and Legion in Greenwood, Mississippi. He was ap- involving lesbian couples, the judge dis- courage, her intellect and compassion, we pointed as Public Relations and has served in regarded social workers and court-appointed owe Patricia M. Logue a debt of gratitude. that capacity since joining the organization. He guardians who testified that the children were f is responsible for reflecting the Post to the thriving in these couples’ care and ‘‘highly rec- public through media. My office and Mr. ommended’’ the adoptions. Instead of crediting IN HONOR OF JAY WARD’S RE- Beasley conduct a Veterans Town Hall meet- these experts, the judge appointed the Family TIREMENT FROM THE PARK ing annually. The Directors of the Department Research Council—an organization that op- COUNTY LANDFILL of Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Re- poses all gay and lesbian adoptions—to rep- gional Office are invited to attend this meeting, resent the children’s best interests. Pat imme- HON. LIZ CHENEY which allow Veterans to speak directly with diately appealed these rulings and, minutes OF WYOMING those in charge of servicing that population. after hearing her argument, a unanimous IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES three-judge panel moved to affirm the adop- Presently, he is a candidate for a Masters of Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Social Work from Mississippi Valley State Uni- tions for both families. Reading from the versity. He is married to Dorothy F. Smith- bench, Judge Morton Zwick rebuked the lower Ms. CHENEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Beasley. Robert has three grown children and court’s rulings as ‘‘an inexcusable injustice’’ extend my congratulations to Jay Ward on his a step-daughter. He is a Veterans Resource and a discredit to the ‘‘people of Illinois.’’ retirement. Coordinator for AmeriCorps, Mississippi Vet- Pat played a similarly critical role in securing This is a momentous occasion and I hope erans Support Network. Robert is passionate protections for students. For four years, Jamie that he will take the time to reflect upon all his about outstanding customer service for those Nabozny endured extraordinary cruelty and hard work over the past 23 years working for who served this great country honorably. He abuse at his Wisconsin high school. Students the state of Wyoming and the Park County assists Veterans with filing compensation urinated on him, pretended to rape him, and at Landfill. I thank him for his contributions to the claims and gathering evidence to support their one point beat him so badly that he required Park County Landfill and to our community. claims. Mississippi Veterans Support Network surgery. Jamie asked for help, but school offi- Again, Mr. Speaker, I would like to extend Program works in collaboration with cials told him that this was what he could ex- my congratulations to Jay Ward on his retire- AmeriCorps, Department of Veterans Affairs, pect for being gay. When Jamie sued, the ment. I wish him the best in future endeavors. and the Department of Rehabilitation. Our mis- school argued that it was not legally obligated f to protect gay students from harassment. Pat sion is to connect veterans and/or family HONORING LOIS RICHARD members of active duty military members to took Jamie’s case on appeal and won the na- existing resources, dealing with military bene- tion’s first ruling that schools cannot turn a fits, connections with the Veterans Administra- blind eye to anti-gay abuse in the landmark HON. JUDY CHU tion on line registration, financial training, sui- 1996 case Nabozny v. Podlesny. By protecting OF CALIFORNIA cide prevention, and PTSD available treat- students from anti-gay harassment and abuse, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment. Pat opened the door for the gay-straight alli- Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me ances that now flourish in high schools and in recognizing Robert Beasley, a Veteran, Ed- colleges across the nation. Ms. JUDY CHU of California. Mr. Speaker, ucator, Leader and Public Servant, for his Pat was one of the lead lawyers in Law- I rise today to honor Lois Catherine Banks dedication to serving others and giving back to rence v. Texas. At the heart of the majority Richard, who passed away after a life of devo- the African American community. decision in Lawrence is the understanding that tion to her family and service to her commu- nity. f the Constitution’s fundamental protections of liberty, equality, and freedom are guaranteed Born in Pasadena, California in 1931, Lois RECOGNIZING PATRICIA M. LOGUE, to all Americans. Affirmation of the equal dig- was instilled with the spirit of activism from a AN EXTRAORDINARY CIVIL nity and respect of LGBTQ Americans set the young age by her parents. She graduated RIGHTS LEADER stage for the Supreme Court’s 2015 decision from Pasadena High School at the age of 16 to recognize marriage equality in Obergefell v. and went on to become the only African Amer- HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY Hodges. ican student on the English Council, Red OF ILLINOIS When Pat opened Lambda’s Midwest office Cross Council and elected to the Pasadena IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES twenty-five years ago, law and public policy City College Associated Student Body Cabi- reflected stereotypes and prejudice against the net. She transferred to UCLA, where she Tuesday, February 27, 2018 gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender com- earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise munity. Children were removed from gay and After graduating in 1952, Lois married her today to recognize and thank Judge Patricia lesbian parents; LGBTQ workers were denied husband, Rodney Richard, Jr., at All Saints M. Logue for her extraordinary leadership in employment or fired from their jobs; and elect- Church in Pasadena. She and Rod soon re- establishing the civil rights of LGBTQ Ameri- ed officials cited state sodomy laws to deny turned to Pasadena, where Lois pursued cans and for her service to the state of Illinois. equal protection under the law. To win cases teaching and dedicated her career to the stu- In 1993, Pat brought the fight for LGBTQ for clients and lasting change for the nation, dents and families of her hometown. civil rights to the heartland when she opened Pat helped change that landscape by opening Lois taught elementary school in the Pasa- the Midwest Regional Office of Lambda Legal minds and hearts to the realities of LGBTQ dena Unified School District, where she was in Chicago. Over the next fourteen years, Pat lives. She did this time and again, changing known for her positive and encouraging teach- built the office into a formidable force. Working public attitudes and legal policies and proving ing style. In 1966, she spearheaded the devel- with cooperating attorneys from law firms that we are stronger as a nation when we rec- opment of the Pasadena Head Start Program, across the Midwest, Pat won groundbreaking ognize equality and freedom for all. working to expand early education to under- legal victories that helped redefine equality In 2007, and after leading Lambda Legal’s privileged children and families in the commu- and freedom for students, parents, and fami- Midwest office for fourteen years, Pat was nity. Under her guidance, Pasadena saw the lies throughout the Midwest. named as an Associate Judge of the Circuit development of three new care centers, the Pat’s deep understanding of constitutional Court of Cook County. Pat brought the same Home Start Program, and the Head Start En- law, ability to select and advance compelling clear-eyed sense of justice and fairness to the richment Program—services that supported

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A27FE8.007 E27FEPT1 E228 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 27, 2018 education, child care, and housing for those in and Education, Senior Vice President of Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry de- need. Human Resources and Education, Senior Vice grees. Following graduation, Bishop Seawright Always looking for ways to further her own President of Nursing Services, Chief Nursing began his appointment as Interim Pastor of St. education, Lois earned a Master’s Degree Officer, CEO of Post Acute Care Services, Stephen AME, in St. Matthews, SC. from Azusa Pacific University by taking night and Senior Vice President of Clinical Advo- He served on the ministerial staffs of Reid classes while working full-time and caring for cacy for the Aultman Health Foundation. Temple AME and Pilgrim AME, both in Wash- her family. After completing graduate school, As a life-long resident of Wayne County, ington, D.C. His pastoral appointments were: she went on to be elected as State President Ohio, Eileen Good spent her accomplished ca- Payne Memorial AME, Jessup, MD; Heming- of the Association of Head Start Administra- reer not only serving patients of Aultman Hos- way Temple AME, Washington, D.C.; and tors and was appointed to the National Execu- pital but the greater Northeast Ohio commu- Union Bethel AME, Brandywine and Temple tive Board, where she served before retiring nity. Over the span of 52 outstanding years, Hills, MD. He served Union Bethel for 30 from Head Start after 13 years of service. Good proved herself as a generous servant years, the longest tenure of any other pastor Lois was a leader in her community and an leader who undoubtedly improved countless in the church’s 130-year history. activist for social progress throughout her life. lives. She earned a reputation as a mentor for In 1991, Bishop Seawright led Union Bethel In 1979, she ran for Pasadena’s City Council, many nurse professionals, a superb educator in the construction of a $1.6 million sanctuary. but despite winning a majority of her district’s and administrator, and effective advocate for Union Bethel has over 50 innovative min- votes, she lost the ensuing citywide runoff patient safety. It is my honor to rise in recogni- istries. In 2001, Union Bethel opened a sat- election. Seeing how this system prevented tion of such a deserving and accomplished ellite church in Temple Hills, MD, and Union fair representation for her community, Lois professional and offer my sincerest congratu- Bethel North (previously known as Union sought to make a difference. She was joined lations to Eileen Good upon her retirement. Bethel Intergenerational Center, Inc.—IGC) was birthed. This second church location by organizations like the ACLU and the f NAACP in a lawsuit that changed Pasadena’s holds Sunday worship services, Church civic voting rules to allow district representa- TRIBUTE TO BISHOP HARRY L. School, weekly Bible Study and Intercessory tion, a cause that sparked similar movements SEAWRIGHT Prayer. For nine years, Union Bethel operated across the country. FOCUS (For Our Children’s Unity School) Lois made an impact in the lives of count- HON. TERRI A. SEWELL daycare and kindergarten. FOCUS students received a strong Christian and academic less students, families, coworkers, and friends, OF ALABAMA foundation. Union Bethel’s ministries and serv- and was recognized for her long career of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ices blessed thousands of people in the coun- service by the National Head Start Association Tuesday, February 27, 2018 and by the California State Assembly, which ty annually. Bishop Seawright spent over 39 honored her as their 1988 Woman of the Ms. SEWELL of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I years in ministry, specializing in community leadership, church construction and develop- Year. On behalf of our community, it is my dis- rise today to honor the 133rd Elected and ment. tinct honor to commemorate the life of Lois Consecrated Bishop in the African Methodist Episcopal Church, Bishop Harry L. Seawright. It was early during his ministerial journey Catherine Banks Richard. that Bishop Seawright met his future wife, f After more than 30 years in ministry, Bishop Seawright is currently presiding prelate of Ala- Sherita Moon Seawright. ‘‘She was beautiful, RECOGNIZING THE CAREER OF bama’s 9th Episcopal District for the African accepting and very smart,’’ Bishop Seawright EILEEN F. GOOD Methodist Episcopal Church. said. ‘‘And she always encouraged me in her Bishop Seawright was born in Swansea, way.’’ He was just a sophomore in college HON. JAMES B. RENACCI South Carolina as the youngest child to the when they met and the two would go on to late Joe Nathan and Mary L. Seawright. Born marry in 1982, two years after they started OF OHIO dating. The union brought about two beautiful IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES into a family of sharecroppers, Bishop Seawright says, ‘‘the work was hard and the children, Shari Nicole and Harry Matthew. Tuesday, February 27, 2018 profits were few but the family cared deeply ‘‘They are my world,’’ Bishop Seawright said. Mr. RENACCI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to for one another.’’ Bishop Seawright was just ‘‘Having them brought love to a new mean- celebrate the accomplished career of Eileen F. five years old when his father passed away, ing.’’ In 2016, after more than 30 years with Good. For 52 years, Ms. Good served the leaving his mother to raise seven children Union Bethel, Bishop Seawright prepared to people of Canton, Ohio at Aultman Hospital alone. ‘‘The insurance we got after my father take on his new appointment in Alabama’s 9th and the Aultman Health Foundation. We are passed was just enough to cover my father’s Episcopal District. The opportunity relocated grateful for her service and devotion to our casket and that was it,’’ Bishop Seawright the Bishop and his family to Birmingham, Ala- community. said. ‘‘The next eight years after that was a bama. The move allowed Bishop Seawright to Eileen Good began her career with Aultman real struggle for my family.’’ focus on encouraging other pastors and also Hospital in 1965 as a student nurse. After Equipped with only a ninth grade education, provided an opportunity to develop a few pro- graduating from the Aultman School of Nurs- Mrs. Mary Seawright decided to relocate the grams including the Life Center at Daniel ing, she attained a Master’s Degree in Nursing family after her husband’s death in hopes of Payne Plaza. Administration from the University of Akron providing her children with a better life. The Daniel Payne Plaza provides people strug- and a Master’s Degree in Business Adminis- decision would move them through six dif- gling in the community with an opportunity to tration from Ashland University. Good carried ferent homes over the course of the next eight earn their GED and gain certifications in a her affinity for learning with her throughout her years. ‘‘My mother was a praying woman,’’ multitude of vocational areas, including food impressive career. Bishop Seawright said. ‘‘She had a lot of faith preparation and construction. The goal is to While at Aultman, Good led several initia- and courage.’’ His mother took on various do- transform how the 9th district serves not only tives and programs that improved patient safe- mestic jobs in order to facilitate her children’s the church, but the community. Bishop ty and earned the hospital national acclaim. growth. She stressed to her children that with Seawright says because of his upbringing he She led the development and implementation faith, education and hard work anything was understands the value of education and is de- of that Aultman Level III Neonatal Intensive possible. termined to provide that opportunity to those Care Unit, Clinical Information Systems Pa- His mother’s passion for education became he serves. tient Safety Program, and the care coordina- a driving force for Bishop Seawright, who with Bishop Seawright has preached for over 30 tion system for MediPlan for the AultCare the help of his family, enrolled at Benedict years and has faithfully served the AME Health Plan. Additionally, she led the success- College in South Carolina. Bishop Seawright church and his community. His exemplary ful completion of numerous Joint Commission says it was during his sophomore year of col- work has earned him the respect and admira- on Accreditation Surveys and Ohio Depart- lege while working with a student Christian or- tion of his fellow ministers, church members, ment of Health Clinical Program Certifications. ganization that he first heard his call to min- government and community leaders. On a per- These efforts contributed to the recognition of istry. He began speaking at Vespa services on sonal note, I want to thank Bishop Seawright Aultman Hospital as a Magnet Hospital, earn- January 23, 1977. for his continued support and encouragement ing distinction for excellence in nursing. After graduating from Benedict College with of my home church, the Historic Brown Chapel Good also made significant contributions to his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administra- AME Church in Selma, AL. the hospital through executive leadership. She tion, he enrolled at the Howard University On behalf of the 7th Congressional District, served as the Vice President of Recruitment School of Divinity, where he received both his the State of Alabama and this nation, I ask my

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K27FE8.005 E27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E229 colleagues to join me in celebrating the many HONORING ST. CAJETAN PARISH lied Commander, and General Christopher accomplishments of Bishop Harry L. ON ITS 90TH ANNIVERSARY Cavoli, Commander U.S. Army Europe, who Seawright. We pay tribute to his distinguished are successfully implementing President Don- career for the betterment of the State of Ala- HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI ald Trump’s European Deterrence Initiative to bama and extend deep appreciation for his ex- OF ILLINOIS promote peace through strength, preventing emplary service as the Presiding Prelate of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES further Russian aggression. the 9th Episcopal District. Tuesday, February 27, 2018 I was grateful for the opportunity to meet with British Prime Minister Theresa May, f Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Prime Minister of Iraq Haider al-Abadi, and recognize St. Cajetan Parish, a vibrant Catho- Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko, who IN HONOR OF JOHN STUART lic parish on the Southwest Side of Chicago, are on the front lines of advancing democracy. BRUCE who will celebrate its 90th Anniversary with a A highlight was Prime Minister Benjamin Mass on March 4th. Netanyahu exposing Iranian drone wreckage. Father Daniel Murphy was given the task of HON. GEORGE HOLDING establishing St. Cajetan Parish in what was I also had the opportunity to participate with then the far reaches of Chicago, and the first Congressman MIKE TURNER at the NATO Par- OF NORTH CAROLINA Mass was celebrated on July 3, 1927. A tiny liamentary Assembly in Brussels, where we IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES prefabricated frame church was soon set up at reinforced the bonds with our NATO allies of the corner of 112th and Artesian. From a very 29 countries and discussed joint efforts to con- Tuesday, February 27, 2018 humble beginning, parish leaders went to work front threats of Russian aggression in Moldova, Georgia, and Ukraine. Mr. HOLDING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to on an intense fundraising and building cam- honor John Stuart Bruce of Raleigh, North paign. In 1932, Fr. Meade became pastor and In conclusion, God Bless our Troops, and Carolina. succeeded in building a school and rectory, may we never forget September 11th in the enlarged the Church, and found a place to live Global War on Terrorism. John Bruce was born in Winston-Salem and for the Sinsinawa Dominicans who faithfully grew up in Raleigh. He attended the University taught in the school. f of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, graduating in Fr. Sharp, who became pastor in 1943, en- 1975. John then chose to pursue law school, larged the rectory and the school, constructed CONGRATULATING HAILEY HODGE also at UNC, where he graduated in 1978. a convent, and built the Church that is in use ON BEING NAMED THE SYRA- Mr. Speaker, after practicing with a Raleigh today. Father Schomburg built the new rectory CUSE DISTRICT YOUNG ENTRE- law firm for about four years, John decided to in 1970 and Fathers Boyle, Sivore, Burke, PRENEUR OF THE YEAR enter public service with the U.S. Department Maloney, and Barkemeyer all kept improving of Justice. He was appointed as an Assistant and building the community of faith. In the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North early 2000s, the buildings of the parish were HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK Carolina on April 18, 1983, and excelled at his modernized and improved. In 2005, Fr. Kurucz OF NEW YORK job. was appointed the 10th Pastor of St. Cajetan IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES John received two Director’s Awards from and the church was completely renovated in DOJ; one in 2002 for superior performance in 2015. Tuesday, February 27, 2018 a managerial role, and another in 2004 for su- St. Cajetan’s continued commitment to the Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to perior performance as an Assistant United Catholic faith and service continue to make it congratulate Hailey Hodge for being named States Attorney for his work on a prosecution a tremendous asset to the community. The the Syracuse District Young Entrepreneur of that was called at the time the most success- parish has a Ministry of Care which provides the Year by the U.S. Small Business Adminis- ful public corruption case in North Carolina prayer, comfort, and healing to those who are tration, an annual award presented to out- history. This case resulted in the conviction of unable to physically attend Mass. There is a standing individuals for their dedication to the North Carolina Commissioner of Agri- Special Religious Development Ministry for small business. culture and four of her top aides for multiple those with disabilities that helps to integrate felonies associated with their corrupt activities, people into the wider community. In addition, Ms. Hodge is being recognized for her re- including extortion under color of official right, St. Cajetan’s PB & J Ministry works tirelessly markable achievements as a small business mail and wire fraud, and obstruction of justice. to provide meals for the homeless by putting owner. After graduating from Drexel University The North Carolina Bar Association also rec- together sack lunches for those in need. It is in November 2014, Ms. Hodge returned to her ognized John that year with an award as the with this in mind that we remember all the hometown of Canton, New York, at the age of Outstanding Public Sector Attorney. compassion and care this parish has for ev- 22 to open Luna Boutique. Luna Boutique is a eryone in the community. successful women’s clothing store, the first of Mr. Speaker, when my nomination to serve Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me its kind in the small town of Canton. Ms. as U.S. Attorney in the Eastern District of in recognizing St. Cajetan Parish and con- Hodge also served as a role model to other North Carolina was confirmed by the Senate gratulating them as they celebrate their 90th aspiring businesspeople by participating in in 2006, I selected John to serve as First As- Anniversary. I am confident that St. Cajetan SUNY Canton’s Roopreneur competition, sistant U.S. Attorney, working as second-in- will continue to be an inspiration to all of us which challenges students to develop innova- command during my five years as U.S. Attor- through their faith and dedicated service. tive ideas for local businesses. In just a few ney. His professionalism, integrity, and experi- f short years, Ms. Hodge not only established a ence were invaluable as we prosecuted drug thriving business, but also became a pillar of MUNICH SECURITY CONFERENCE trafficking, public corruption, and terrorism her community. cases all across Eastern North Carolina. AND NATO PARLIAMENTARY AS- SEMBLY Since 1963, the U.S. Small Business Ad- Mr. Speaker, John Stuart Bruce twice ministration has recognized individuals for served as U.S. Attorney for the EDNC on an their commitment to small business during Na- interim basis; first, for a year prior to the con- HON. JOE WILSON tional Small Business Week. The Young En- firmation of Frank D. Whitney as U.S. Attorney OF SOUTH CAROLINA trepreneur Award recognizes business owners in 2002, and most recently for 21 months prior IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES younger than 30 for creating successful small to Robert J. Higdon, Jr. taking the oath of of- Tuesday, February 27, 2018 businesses by generating profit, increasing op- fice to become the United States Attorney for portunities for employment, developing innova- the Eastern District on October 10, 2017. Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speak- er, last week, I had the opportunity to attend tive methods, and demonstrating the potential Following 34 years of government service, the Munich Security Conference, highlighted for long-term business growth. John recently retired on February 9, 2018. by Defense Secretary James Mattis and Na- On behalf of New York’s 21st District, I want I will always consider John a valued col- tional Security Advisor H.R. McMaster, and to congratulate Ms. Hodge for her well-de- league and a friend from our time together in senior representatives from more than 70 served award as the Syracuse District Young the U.S. Attorney’s office. I wish him well in countries. During the conference, we met with Entrepreneur of the Year and wish her contin- his retirement and any future endeavors. General Curtis Scaparrotti, NATO Supreme Al- ued success in the years to come.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K27FE8.007 E27FEPT1 E230 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 27, 2018 KYLIE POWERS EARNS SILVER HONORING HENRY LUCKETT the Congressional Serbia Caucus along with MEDAL AT 6A SWIMMING FINALS my friend EMANUEL CLEAVER (D–MO). HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON Serbia is a great friend of the United States. As a Texan, I have great admiration for the HON. PETE OLSON OF MISSISSIPPI people of Serbia. Our strong opinions and OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES habit to speak our minds make us natural al- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, February 27, 2018 lies. Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Mr. THOMPSON of MIssissippi. Mr. Speak- In fact, one of the first people to settle Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to er, I rise today to honor an intuitive and self- Texas was a Serbian named Dorde Sagic, or congratulate Kylie Powers, of Ridge Point motivated man, Mr. Henry Luckett. George Fischer as he was known in the U.S. High School for earning a silver medal in the Mr. Henry Luckett was born and raised in After settling in Texas, Sagic went on to be- 6A 100-yard breaststroke. Canton, MS, to Hemy and Lucille Luckett. He come a justice of the peace in my hometown Powers finished an impressive high school is the second of six children born. His parents of Houston, Texas. swimming career with a 100-yard breaststroke instilled in him at an early age, that if you want But Serbia has contributed much more to silver medal with a time of 1:01.15. She is a to be a productive citizen you must take edu- the cause of justice than just Mr. Sagic keep- signee at Texas A&M. Her accomplishments cation seriously, work hard , and never make ing the early streets of Houston safe. in the pool have made her family and our Mis- excuses. Today we honor the service of Serbia’s souri City community proud. Mr. Luckett has lived in Holmes County armed forces who have fought side-by-side On behalf of the Twenty-Second Congres- since 1982. His family and faith are very im- with Americans to preserve justice during his- sional District of Texas, congratulations again portant. He’s married to Mrs. Charlie M. tory’s most horrific conflicts. to Kylie Powers. We look forward to seeing Luckett and they are the proud parents of four In 1918, President Woodrow Wilson gave a what she will accomplish in the future. children. speech marking the fourth anniversary of Aus- Mr. Luckett currently serves as Chancery tria-Hungary’s invasion of Serbia. Speaking of f Clerk of Holmes County since January 2012. the bravery of the Serbian armed forces, President Wilson said: TRIBUTE TO CORPORAL MUJAHID He is an active member of: Holmes County ‘‘Nobly did they respond. So valiantly and RAMZZIDDIN School and Community, serving as a Charter member of Leadership Holmes since 1993; courageous did they oppose the forces of a Board of Directors of Holmes County Cham- country ten times greater in population and re- HON. STENY H. HOYER bers of Commerce, (2002–2008), as President sources . . . While their territory has been OF MARYLAND (2008–2010); and he was President of the Wil- devastated and their homes despoiled, the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES liam Sullivan School PTA from 2005 to 2010. spirit of the Serbian people has not been bro- Tuesday, February 27, 2018 He currently serves as a member of thoard of ken.’’ the State PTA of Mississippi. to As a Texan, I admire such defiance against Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, on Friday I at- Mr. Luckett received a B.A. in Business Ad- overwhelming odds. tended the funeral of a hero. Prince George’s ministration from Fisk University in Nashville, Like President Wilson, I am proud to share County lost a dedicated Corporal last Wednes- Tenn., in 1974. He has 26 years of public the stories of Serbia’s bravery here in Wash- day, who was shot and killed while off duty but service with the Depatiment of Human Serv- ington. still doing his duty. Corporal Mujahid ices (1982–2008), and served as County Di- I believe the most meaningful for Americans Ramzziddin, a fourteen-year veteran of the rector of Holmes County from 1992 to 2008. is the story of the Halyard Mission during the force, stepped in to protect a neighbor from an During this Administration, he was a member dark days of the Second World War. abusive spouse. As Chief Hank Stawinski of the Six Million Dollar Club, which were While under Nazi-occupation, the Serbian said: ‘He saved her life by giving his own.’ He counties who were issued six million dollars or people demonstrated their bravery as they is the thirtieth Prince George’s County police more annually in food stamps benefits. Only played a crucial role in the largest rescue op- officer to die in the line of duty. Corporal twenty-five States had that distinction. Being eration of American airmen in history. Ramzziddin’s courage is an example of the one among the National Six Million Dollar Club In 1944, American bombers were flying fre- kind of devotion to duty that our law enforce- members Holmes County received numerous quent missions to strike Germany’s vital oil ment officers in Prince George’s County and awards from the USDA for exceptional man- supplies in Romania as part of the allied ad- across Maryland and the United States dem- agement of the program. As Director he al- vance into Europe. onstrate each day they serve. ways made sure that everyone was treated The 15th Air Force led this effort by launch- At the funeral in Lanham, I joined state and with respect and those eligible received their ing nearly 20,000 sorties into Eastern Europe, county officials in comforting Corporal benefits in a timely manner. with many of the missions flying over Nazi-oc- Ramzziddin’s wife Tammi and his four children Mr. Luckett previously served as Project Di- cupied Yugoslavia. As many as 1,500 pilots as they paid their final tributes to him and laid rector for the Mississippi Parent Information and airmen were shot down during these cou- him to rest according to traditional Muslim Resource Center Program for the Community rageous air raids. rites. I was honored to present Tammi with a Students Learning Center. The Program Serbians, who had been resisting German flag flown over the U.S. Capitol in memory of serves parents of Title 1 students Statewide forces since 1941, risked their own lives to her husband, and I was deeply moved by the with information, resources, and training that rescue American aircrews and hide them from outpouring of support and love from the com- supports student achievement. Continuing with patrolling Nazis. munity to the Ramzziddin family. They are in the support of the community and his involve- For months these brave and noble Serbians my thoughts at this difficult time, as is Cor- ment with Holmes County Students, the pro- cared for and protected American and allied poral Ramzziddin’ s heroic example. gram provides summer employment to the stu- pilots. Corporal Ramzziddin was not only a dedi- dents which teaches them professional work By August 1944, the allied forces, including cated law enforcement officer; he was also a ethics and preparation for future leadership. the 15th Air Force and Office of Strategic volunteer in the community. He served in sev- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Services, devised a daring operation to evac- eral ways with the Nation’s Mosque, including in recognizing Mr. Henry Luckett for his desire uate the hundreds of allied pilots being shel- as a leader for its Boy Scout Troop 1517, on for continued excellence in his community. tered by the Serbian resistance. its safety and security committee, and with the f American aircraft flew into enemy territory men’s group that engaged in neighborhood lit- and evacuated these airmen from an air field ter removal projects. Corporal Ramzziddin was SERBIA AND AMERICA built and protected by local Serbians near the a man of faith and service, a patriot and a village of Pranjani. hero to his community. It surprised no one HON. TED POE For over 60 years this operation was kept who knew him that he gave his life while trying OF TEXAS secret. But now we can remember the cour- to protect someone else. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES age of our Serbian friends and say thank you. I hope all of my colleagues in this House The spirit of the Halyard mission still lives will join me in paying tribute to Corporal Tuesday, February 27, 2018 on today as a remarkable story of resistance Mujahid Ramzziddin for his life of service and Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, it is a dis- and heroism. his ultimate sacrifice protecting the people of tinct honor for me to talk about the great rela- As was the case in both World Wars, Serbia Prince George’s County, Maryland. tionship we have with Serbia as co-chair of and the U.S. still face shared threats.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A27FE8.011 E27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E231 About 600 foreign fighters in Syria have Order of the Elks of the United States of The amount of the bonuses will range from come from the Balkan states. ISIS and al- America on their One-hundred fiftieth Anniver- $1,000 to $4,000 per employee dependent Qaeda terrorists present a threat to Serbia sary for their outstanding and unparalleled upon the employee’s tenure with the company. and the region just as they present a threat to service to the United States. These bonuses total approximately $9 mil- the U.S. The Elks started their charitable organiza- lion and will not be awarded to the manage- We must continue coordinating with our Ser- tion on February 16th, 1868. Since then they ment team and other senior leaders. bian partners to stop returning terrorists and have grown nationwide creating and advo- The company says: ‘‘We believe the pas- neutralize networks that recruit fighters in the cating for different services to our communities sage of tax reform is positive news and should Balkans. by advocating their mission to include the prin- provide for stronger growth of Insperity, the The U.S. is also working with Serbia to im- ciples of charity, justice, brotherly love and fi- small business community and the broader prove its independent judiciary and fight cor- delity; to recognize a belief in God; to promote U.S. economy.’’ ruption. A democratic Serbia with a strong rule the welfare and enhance the happiness of its Mr. Speaker, the Democrats may call of law is in America’s interests. Members; to quicken the spirit of American $1,000–$4,000 ‘‘crumbs . . .’’ But there are others who do not share this patriotism; to cultivate good fellowship; to per- But to the people of the Texas Second Con- goal. petuate itself as a fraternal organization, and gressional District this is money that will go di- Russian disinformation efforts are designed to provide for its government. rectly back into the pockets of a community hit to keep Serbia in its sphere of influence and The Elks are committed to America’s Prom- hard by Hurricane Harvey. poison our warming friendship. ise, an alliance of organizations building a bet- This extra money will help families rebuild Nevertheless, Serbia’s integration to the ter future for our youth through our Scholar- their homes, restore their possessions that West has continued to move forward. ship Program, the Hoop Shoot free throw pro- were ruined by the floodwaters and recover In 2006, Serbia joined NATO’s Partnership gram, and our Drug Awareness Program. from the devastation brought forward by the for Peace program and, in 2015, signed an In- The Elks have pledged NOT to forget our Hurricane. dividual Partnership Action Plan with the alli- nation’s veterans . Each year we visit VA Mr. Speaker, Insperity is just one example ance to strengthen cooperation. Medical Centers, Outpatient Clinics and State of the good work that this tax reform package Recently the European Union announced Veterans Homes providing companionship and has done. that Serbia could join the EU as early as enhancing their level of comfort. The latest data shows that a typical middle- 2025. I applaud this step which will strengthen The Elks also adopt by state its own chari- income family of four in Texas’s Second Con- Belgrade’s political institutions and economic table project. These include summer camps gressional District will see a Tax Cut of ties with the west. for children with disabilities or who are finan- $2,788. Together we share the same dreams of a cially disadvantaged; in-home treatment for The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has put more bright and free future for both our countries. people with disabilities; children’s hospitals; money in the pockets of employees and al- We are blessed to have brave men and cancer research; and providing safe, tem- lowed industry to grow. women that ensure our futures are bright and porary heavens for abused families. And that’s just the way it is. free. Mr. Speaker, The Order of the Elks have f I want to thank the Serbian armed forces for become cornerstones in their individual com- standing with America in the wars of the past munities all throughout the United States. MO’S PLACE CELEBRATES 30 and in the challenges we will face together in These lodges are a source of knowledge, ex- YEARS the future. pertise and leadership for our communities, And that’s just the way it is. and I once again congratulate them on their HON. PETE OLSON f momentous milestone. OF TEXAS JACK ARMSTRONG BREAKS CLASS f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 5A SWIMMING RECORD PERSONAL EXPLANATION Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. PETE OLSON HON. SAM GRAVES congratulate Mo’s Place, of Katy, TX, on its OF TEXAS OF MISSOURI 30th Anniversary. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mo Jeloudarzadeh came to America with Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Tuesday, February 27, 2018 only his suitcase in hand, and worked his way Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, on through college as a dishwasher. He was later congratulate Jack Armstrong, of Manvel High February 26, 2018, I missed a series of Roll promoted to bartender and it was during this School, for earning a pair of gold medals at Call votes. Had I been present, I would have time that Mo fell in love with country music. In the Class 5A Swimming and Diving meet in voted YEA on No. 81 and 82. March 1988, he opened Mo’s Place in a small Austin. f strip center in the Katy area. Mo’s passion for serving others and his welcoming hospitality Armstrong broke the 5A record with a time TAX REFORM WORKS of 44.57 seconds in the 100 free in the pre- have been the key ingredients to his success. liminary round on Friday. On Saturday, he Last year, Mo was awarded the Pioneer won both the 50 and 100 free events. His ac- HON. TED POE Award from the Texas Country Music Hall of OF TEXAS complishments in the pool have made his fam- Fame for his continued support of Texas IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ily and our Manvel community proud. Country music artists. On behalf of the Twenty-Second Congres- Tuesday, February 27, 2018 On behalf of the Twenty-Second Congres- sional District of Texas, congratulations again Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, last year, sional District of Texas, congratulations again to Jack Armstrong. We look forward to seeing Congress passed landmark legislation, the to Mo Jeloudarzadeh for celebrating 30 years what he will accomplish in the future. Hoka Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. of success at Mo’s Place. We’re excited to Hey. This legislation cuts taxes in every income see what the next 30 years bring. f group. f Now, Texans are seeing the impact of this HONORING CHIEF KENNETH PAR- RECOGNIZING THE BENEVOLENT pro-family, pro-growth tax reform. AND PROTECTIVE ORDER OF And so are the employees of Insperity. KINSON FOR 25 YEARS IN THE THE ELKS OF THE UNITED In 1986, Insperity launched with little more PLATTSBURGH CITY POLICE DE- STATES OF AMERICA than a 600 square foot home office and two PARTMENT employees in Texas’s Second Congressional HON. J. LUIS CORREA District. HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK OF CALIFORNIA But the small startup quickly began growing, OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES eventually turning into one of the largest HR IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES outsourcing firms in the country. Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Earlier this month the company announced Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to bonuses to its employees—made possible Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Benevolent and Protective through the U.S. tax reform act. congratulate Chief Kenneth Parkinson on his

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A27FE8.014 E27FEPT1 E232 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 27, 2018 retirement from the Plattsburgh City Police De- This important, bipartisan legislation would ad- intensify its work to ensure that health profes- partment after 25 years of service. dress many of the issues facing rare disease sionals are aware of rare disease diagnoses Originally from Au Sable, New York, Ken patients and families. Today, Rare Disease and treatments. And it would mandate an up- entered the Police Academy in 1993 after Day, many of these individuals are sharing dated report on rare disease efforts from the graduating from Clinton Community College. their stories and educating communities of re- National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, In 2003, Ken was promoted to the rank of Pa- searchers, health professionals, governments, and Medicine, to ensure that Congress has trol Sergeant. As Patrol Sergeant, he served families, and friends about how rare diseases the best tools possible to address these on the Special Response Team, which re- affect them. I am proud to introduce the RARE issues. ceived a mayoral commendation for service in Act not only in recognition of these efforts, but Passage of the RARE Act would represent the 2015 Dannemora Manhunt. Soon after, moreover to address the many unique chal- a major stride in combating these unique dis- Ken was promoted to Administrative Lieuten- lenges facing the rare disease patient commu- eases and conditions, and enhance the fed- ant. After 24 years of service with the Police nity. eral government, non-profit, and private sec- Department, Ken was appointed in 2017 by Almost 7,000 rare diseases affect nearly tors capacities to improve patients’ lives. I Mayor Colin Read to serve as Police Chief, 30,000,000 Americans, and many lack an ef- urge my colleagues to join me in supporting where he worked tirelessly to promote com- fective treatment. There remains much Con- the RARE Act. munity policing and made combating the opi- gress can do to improve rare disease aware- f ate epidemic a priority. Ken is a lifelong resi- ness, education, research, surveillance, diag- SUBURBAN SUGAR LAND WOMEN dent of the Plattsburgh area, and is an exem- nosis, and treatment, and to address common HONOR FORT BEND COUNTY plary member of his community. challenges faced by rare disease patients. LEADERS FOR WOMEN’S HIS- On behalf of New York’s 21st District, I Over the course of my time in Congress, I TORY MONTH would like to thank Chief Parkinson for his have met with countless rare disease patients years of hard work and dedication to his com- and their families. Each story is unique—and munity, and wish him all the best in the years in many cases heartbreaking—but it is essen- HON. PETE OLSON ahead. tial that Congress address some of the root OF TEXAS f causes behind these stories. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Rare diseases cross the medical spectrum, Tuesday, February 27, 2018 MICHAEL VISSER RECEIVES DIS- but individuals with rare diseases face some Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to TINGUISHED EDUCATION SERV- common challenges. In large part due to their congratulate the Fort Bend County women ICE AWARD FROM VVC FOUNDA- limited patient population size, these individ- honored by the Suburban Sugar Land Women TION uals may have difficulty obtaining an accurate (SSLW) for Women’s History Month 2018. diagnosis, finding physicians or treatment cen- The National Women’s History Project cele- ters with expertise in their disease, and ulti- HON. PAUL COOK brates the diverse and historic accomplish- mately finding appropriate treatment options OF CALIFORNIA ments of women. Every year, SSLW recog- and cures. While over 450 drugs have been IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nizes women who have made a positive im- approved for the treatment of rare diseases, pact upon our community. There are six Tuesday, February 27, 2018 millions of Americans suffering from a rare dis- women from Fort Bend County who received Mr. COOK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- ease have no approved treatment options. this honor—Evelyn Peters Dean, president of ognize Michael Visser who will receive the For decades, Congress has worked to sup- the Suburban Houston Fort Bend Alumnae Distinguished Education Service Award from port advancements in rare disease, with legis- Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., the Victor Valley College Foundation on Feb- lation ranging from the Orphan Drug Act to the Ammie Blahuta, president of Gigi’s Playhouse ruary 24, 2018. Food and Drug Administration Safety and In- Down Syndrome Achievement Centers, Tran Michael was selected for this award by the novation Act to most recently, the 21st Cen- Pham Rich, president of Cookie Joe’s Dancin’ foundation because of his commitment to en- tury Cures Act. In addition, the Food and Drug School, Sugar Land, Manuela Arroyos, CEO couraging his students to pursue careers in Administration and the National Institutes of of Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels, Cyn- law enforcement. After retiring from three dec- Health have made important strides, thia Ginyard, a passionate retired educator ades in law enforcement, Michael began prioritizing research, development, and ap- and public servant and Lupe Uresti, former teaching courses at VVC and was instru- proval of treatment targeting rare diseases. mayor of Rosenberg and current Rosenberg mental in opening the Regional Public Safety Nonetheless, it remains clear that there re- Housing Authority director and treasurer for Training Center on campus. He also played a mains much policymakers can do to further the board of directors of the Fort Bend His- vital role in assisting the VVC Campus Police these critical efforts. panic Heritage Forum. Each of these women Department in obtaining new firearms and im- The RARE Act would represent an impor- contributes to the strength and vibrancy of our proved training. He has gone above and be- tant step in this direction, addressing some of the commonalities between rare diseases and community and we thank them. yond in supporting the campus by facilitating On behalf of the Twenty-Second Congres- aiming to improve rare disease treatment, re- emergency drills such as ‘‘The Great Shake- sional District of Texas, congratulations again search, and diagnostics. out’’ and ‘‘Active Shooter Training.’’ Michael’s to the Suburban Sugar Land Women hon- passion for giving back to his students is evi- First, the RARE Act would expand our un- derstanding of rare diseases by enhancing an orees. Thank you for all you do for our com- dent in everything he does. munity. On behalf of the U.S. House of Representa- existing and successful program: the Rare tives, I would like to congratulate Michael Diseases Clinical Research Network. The f Visser for his tireless effort on behalf of his Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network at IN RECOGNITION OF JIM WAG- students at VVC. Undoubtedly, he is well-de- the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is made NER’S LIFE OF DISTINGUISHED serving of the Distinguished Education Service up of 21 research ‘centers of excellence’ PUBLIC SERVICE Award. studying rare diseases in an interdisciplinary f way, working with patients and others on clin- HON. DEBBIE DINGELL ical studies and other research. OF MICHIGAN INTRODUCTION OF THE RARE DIS- Second, the RARE Act would fill critical IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES EASE ADVANCEMENT, RE- gaps in our healthcare system, improving co- SEARCH, AND EDUCATION (RARE) ordination, surveillance, and awareness of rare Tuesday, February 27, 2018 ACT diseases. For example, the RARE Act would Mrs. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to require the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recognize Jim Wagner as he retires from a HON. ANDRE´ CARSON to create a National Rare Disease or Condi- lifetime of distinguished public service to the OF INDIANA tion Surveillance System. Modelled off of simi- Downrivers of Michigan. This week he will re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lar systems for other conditions, this formal- tire as Trenton City Administrator, but his serv- ized infrastructure would track rare disease ice has been long and extensive. He has Tuesday, February 27, 2018 data, helping researchers to understand com- brought our community together for years Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, today monalities between diseases. The RARE Act through his leadership. I rise to introduce the Rare disease Advance- would also require the Agency for Healthcare A lifelong resident of Wyandotte, Michigan, ment, Research, and Education (RARE) Act. Research and Quality (AHRQ) to expand and Mr. Wagner grew up with a passion to serve

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A27FE8.021 E27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E233 the community that he loves. He operated Wy- Veteran’s hospitals, charity events, and other Today, as his body lies in honor, inside the andotte Sporting Goods in his early adult life activities throughout the State of Florida. Capitol’s Rotunda, I am proud to pay tribute to and was known for his kind demeanor, friendli- She certainly reflects the values of Florida’s long time famed evangelist, Billy Graham. ness and helping anyone that needs it. At age Hometown U.S.A. Program, Inc., which en- On a dairy farm located outside Charlotte, 34 in 1979, Mr. Wagner was approached and courages and supports students who have a North Carolina, Billy Graham was born No- told that he would be a good candidate for desire to volunteer. There is truly no limit to vember 7, 1918. He grew up like most rural Wyandotte Mayor. He served as Mayor for 8 the difference students like Ms. Alfano can 1920s American children. He was raised in a years and later served in various capacities make in the lives of their neighbors with the colonial-style house with indoor plumbing. He before being appointed as Trenton City Ad- support of organizations like Florida’s Home- lived a quiet country life where he helped work ministrator in December 2011. In his role as town U.S.A., Inc. the farm, played baseball, and went to church Trenton City Administrator, he was responsible Florida’s Hometown U.S.A. Program, Inc. is on most Sundays. for identifying the city’s top priorities and effec- a non-profit educational youth organization, In 1934, at the age of 16, he was saved tively utilizing the city’s resources. He has held which has received Disney’s Helping Kids during a revival meeting led by Dr. Mordecai this role for over 6 years and leaves behind a Shine Award, Disney’s VoluntEAR of the Year, Ham. After high school, he moved to Ten- legacy of passionate and successful leader- the Governor’s Points of Light Award from nessee and enrolled in a small Christian ship as he retires from this position. He has former Governor Jeb Bush, and the national school, Bob Jones College, for half a semes- helped guide Trenton, Wyandotte and sur- President’s Daily Points of Light Award from ter before leaving. He found the school too rounding areas through tough economic times former President George W. Bush. strict. He transferred to Florida Bible Institute and challenging circumstances and is an im- Mr. Speaker, I am proud that Ms. Francesca where he continued his education and pre- portant reason that the Downrivers remain Alfano represents my district. She is a student pared himself for his future ministry. He soon strong. and community member whom we can all ad- felt called to preach. Mr. Wagner is known by community mem- mire and respect. I commend her for her deep In Florida, he joined a Southern Baptist bers throughout the region as someone who commitment to volunteer work, and wish her Convention church, and was ordained to has a deep knowledge of the area and worked the best as she pursues her high school di- preach in 1939. He began preaching at small hard to create local partnerships to make con- ploma and beyond. churches and revival meetings. He graduated tinued improvements. One of the most suc- f with a bachelor’s in theology and decided to cessful projects spearheaded by Mr. Wagner further his spiritual training at Wheaton Col- was the ‘‘Say Yes to Downriver’’ slogan that KISD BRINGS HOME FIVE STATE lege in Illinois. increased the area’s visibility and brought new SWIMMING MEDALS With a deep faith in God, 21 year old Gra- families and businesses to Trenton and the ham arrived at Wheaton College in 1940 as a surrounding cities. Other successes included HON. PETE OLSON tall, gentle man with a booming voice whose creating the yearly business summit held by OF TEXAS one goal was to preach the gospel. Here he the Southern Wayne County Regional Cham- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES met his future wife, Ruth Bell. Ruth, the daughter of medical missionaries, was raised ber of Commerce, helping establish the Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Downriver Community Conference, assisting in China. She prayed that God would let her residents who have lost their jobs, authoring a Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to live out her life as a missionary. God gave her national grant to retrain workers, addressing congratulate five Katy ISD state swimming Billy Graham. After graduating with a bach- serious environmental issues in both medalists. elor’s in anthropology, Graham married Bell on Brownfield and superfund sites and continuing Kaloyan Bratanov, a senior at Katy High August 13, 1943 in the Blue Ridge Mountains to renovate the International Wildlife Refuge. School, won the 6A championship in the 200- of North Carolina. ‘‘There would have been no His colleagues have said that there need to be yard medley and won the silver medal in the Billy Graham . . . had it not been for Ruth,’’ more public servants like him and that he is 100-yard freestyle. Emma Sticklen, a sopho- said the late T. W. Wilson. She was his an- leaving behind a legacy of excellence. Mr. more at Taylor High School, brought home a chor and advisor for over 63 years. Wagner looks forward to seeing the Downriver bronze medal in the 100-yard backstroke. Graham discovered God’s call was to lead area continue to flourish in his retirement, and Cinco Ranch High School senior, Aria Bernal others to Christ by becoming an evangelist. his hard work and expertise is valued and the earned her third consecutive state silver medal He first made national attention during his Los community will continue to tap his wisdom in in the backstroke, finishing with a time of Angeles Crusade in fall 1949. Under a white the years to come. 52.72. William Coakley, a junior at Seven tent, 30 year old Graham preached over 65 Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Lakes’ High School, earned a bronze medal in sermons to more than 350,000 people. Over- in honoring Jim Wagner’s lifetime of leader- the 200 free. Senior Brayden Rudd of Seven night, he became a household name. ship and public service. Mr. Wagner has effec- Lakes’ High School finished his high school The Billy Graham Crusades were heard all tively served the Downriver area throughout career with a bronze medal in the breast- over our world between 1947 and 2005. He his career. stroke. Each of these students has made Katy filled large arenas and stadiums across our f and all of Texas proud. country with a focus of bringing people to On behalf of the Twenty-Second Congres- Christ. Long before churches were ready for RECOGNITION OF MS. FRANCESCA sional District of Texas, congratulations again racial integration, he integrated his crusades. ALFANO to each of you on your accomplishments. We His Crusades made it to my neck of the look forward to seeing what you will accom- woods three times: in 1952, 1965 and 1981. In HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS plish in the future. 1952, half million Texans came out to hear OF FLORIDA f Graham preach. Roy Rogers and Dale Evans IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gave their testimony, too. The brand new As- TRIBUTE TO AMERICA’S PASTOR trodome opened its doors for 10 days to Gra- Tuesday, February 27, 2018 AND GOD’S MAN—BILLY GRAHAM ham in 1965. Lyndon B. Johnson and Lady Mr. HASTINGS. Mr. Speaker, it is my great Bird Johnson attended. At 63 years old, Gra- privilege to rise today to honor Ms. Francesca HON. TED POE ham preached at Rice Stadium in 1981. Alfano, for her outstanding community service OF TEXAS The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association work in her hometown of West Palm Beach, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was founded in 1950. It was made up of a Florida. core team who created the ‘‘Modesto Mani- Ms. Alfano was one of five students se- Tuesday, February 27, 2018 festo,’’ a covenant to ensure the integrity of lected by Florida’s Hometown U.S.A. Program, Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, Paul wrote his ministry. Millions more could now hear him Inc. this year. She is a high school junior at in the book of Galatians ‘‘But God forbid that on the radio and see him on TV. Graham un- Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts, a I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord derstood the power of the media. He also be- public high school located in West Palm Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified came one of the world’s best-selling authors. Beach, Florida. She is the daughter of unto me, and I unto the world.’’ This was Billy He became a world evangelist called to Monique McCall and Gianpaolo Alfano. Graham’s favorite bible verse. He chose only spread the good news. Throughout this year, Ms . Alfano will proud- to boast in humility, sacrifice, and the cross of Graham was called the Pastor to our Presi- ly represent West Palm Beach as she travels Christ. He was America’s Pastor, who lived his dents. He met with all post war Presidents up to visit nursing homes, children’s hospitals, life to bring the lost and hurting to Christ. to Obama. Our country called on him in times

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A27FE8.025 E27FEPT1 E234 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 27, 2018 of celebration and tragedy. He delivered invo- WOMEN AND TERRORISTS whereabouts to police. Her role as a surrogate cations at presidential inaugurations. He mother to family members of the attacker al- preached at the Washington National Cathe- HON. TED POE lowed her access and trust that men unfa- dral, three days after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. OF TEXAS miliar to the family would have never have His message gave hope and healing to a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gained. Her brave action prevented a planned shocked nation. At the age of 77, he jointly re- follow-on attack. Tuesday, February 27, 2018 ceived the Congressional Gold Medal in the Meanwhile in Kosovo, it was women who Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol with his wife, Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, the spread were first in their communities to voice con- Ruth. of terrorism and extremist ideas has claimed cerns when young men began stocking weap- Ruth passed away in the summer of 2007 at countless lives, destroyed hundreds of com- ons and conducting training exercises in 1998. their home in Montreat, North Carolina. They munities, and spawned radical groups around Unfortunately, these women’s warnings of im- had five children: Gigi, Anne, Ruth, Franklin the world. Women, in particular, have long pending conflict were ignored. Such an exam- and Ned. They had 19 grandchildren. They been the victims of these radical ideologies. ple demonstrates the critical role of women in are all involved in the ministry. In his later Just last week, the terrorist group Boko spotting emerging violence and gaining trust years, Graham was asked if he has any re- Haram targeted a girl’s school in Nigeria and within families and communities. Unfortu- grets. He replied, ‘‘although I have much to be abducted more than 100 young girls. This inci- nately, we often lack their perspectives be- grateful for as I look back over my life, I also dent follows the 2014 abduction of 270 Nige- cause women are underrepresented in gov- have many regrets. I have failed many times, rian school girls, of which 112 are still missing. ernments where terrorist groups are most ac- and I would do many things differently. For These acts are far from uncommon among tive. Because of their better ability to build one thing, I would speak less and study more, Islamist terrorist organizations. Across the trust, women have proven to improve the out- and I would spend more time with my family.’’ globe, jihadist networks subject women and comes of conflict mediation and peace build- young girls to horrendous human rights At his 95th birthday celebration, Graham de- ing. abuses. These male-dominated extremist livered his last message. He recorded a video A study of 40 peace processes in 35 coun- groups frequently deny basic rights, like ac- that featured clips from his home in Montreat, tries over the past 30 years, found that when cess to education or political representation to North Carolina. His message was delivered in women were involved, more agreements were women as a core component of their ideology. a quieter voice but provided a powerful mes- reached, implemented, and sustained. As Terrorist groups like ISIS and Boko Haram sage. He expressed concern for our nation, more and more terrorist groups threaten our are often the worst abusers of women, forcing ‘‘Our country’s in great need of a spiritual country, our allies, and our interest throughout them into marriages and sexual slavery. It awakening,’’ he declared. ‘‘There have been the world, it is vital that we leverage the tal- should be no surprise that the status of times that I’ve wept as I’ve gone from city to ents and perspectives of women as part of a women in a society is often an important indi- city and I’ve seen how far people have wan- multifaceted approach to ensure security at cator as to how vulnerable that society is to vi- dered from God.’’ home and abroad. It must be policy of the olence and radicalization. United States, that as we work in societies Today, I honor the life of Billy Graham and Yet, while being one of the primary targets damaged by years of war and political unrest, his ministries that have touched millions of of terrorist groups, women are also being we empower women to have a larger voice. people worldwide. There can never be another radicalized and recruited into these groups. While the men in these male-dominated cul- Billy Graham. God used a farm boy with a Some support the group’s operations, enforce tures have continued to fight and disagree, it gentle heart to preach his truth. its laws, or marry and bear the children of ter- is the women, who are often the biggest vic- And that’s just the way it is. rorist fighters. Others actually commit these tims that have demonstrated an ability to heinous acts of terror. In recent years, as reach peaceful settlements. f many as 3,000 women have traveled to the By taking important steps to integrate Middle East to join ISIS with many becoming HONORING DEMI WASHINGTON women into its security strategies, the U.S. will female suicide bombers. unleash untapped skills and abilities to defeat Despite the marginalization and brutality of radical terrorists that would rather have them HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON women in extremist-held lands, repressive re- subjugated. In the fight against terrorism, we gimes, persistent conflict, and poor develop- OF MISSISSIPPI need everyone at the table—especially ment policies can create conditions that make IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES women. And that’s just the way it is. groups like ISIS be seen as an opportunity for f Tuesday, February 27, 2018 women. Extremist groups exploit female griev- ances and claim to offer women greater em- RECOGNIZING THE DANVILLE Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- powerment and increased status—luring them SCHLARMAN GIRLS BASKETBALL er, I rise today to honor a remarkable young into joining their extremist cause. Once TEAM lady, Ms. Demi Washington of Clinton, MS. radicalized, terrorist organizations will leverage Demi Washington is a senior at Clinton High the societal status of women to further their HON. JOHN SHIMKUS School, where she currently holds the title of violent goals. For example, Boko Haram has Miss Clinton High School and has a 3.5 GPA. OF ILLINOIS exploited cultural perceptions of women in Ni- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Demi is a very athletic and competitive geria as non-violent and unlikely to be in- young lady and was recently awarded a full volved in terrorism, to use them as intelligence Tuesday, February 27, 2018 scholarship to the University of Alabama (Roll and recruiting tools. Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- Tide), beginning Fall ’17. Throughout her In our efforts to combat terrorism and extre- nize the 2018 IHSA Class 1A State Cham- years she has been awarded several awards: mism abroad, we have neglected the impor- pions the Danville Schlarman High School 2014 Gatorade Athlete of the Year; No. 1 tant role women can play to actually prevent Girls Basketball Team. Sprinter in the State of MS, since 8th grade; radicalization and facilitate peace-building in The Lady Hilltoppers won the state title and the 1st female to win the State champion- areas long-worn by violence. Women are well game 53–31 to cap off a season with a record ship in the 8th grade. In April of 2017, Demi placed in homes, schools, and communities to of 31 wins and just one loss. Schlarman was finished first in three events: 100 M Dash with challenge extremist narratives. Research led in scoring by Janiah Newell, Caprina a time of 11.85; the 200 M Dash with a time shows that anti-terrorism messages can be Brown, and Anaya Peoples all scoring in dou- of 24.10; and set a new PR in the long jump more effectively spread by women because ble digits. But this was a team effort and team with a mark of 17–1 at the MHSAA Division 4– they are more directly involved with those victory as the Hilltoppers were equally impres- 6A meet. Her coach stated that, she is looking most vulnerable to terrorist recruitment: the sive on defense as they were on offense. forward to winning the 100m and 200m world’s youth. Given their importance in fami- I would like to congratulate the entire dashes at the state meet this year to end her lies and communities, it is essential that Danville Schlarman Girls Basketball Team on high school year on top. women, both at home and abroad, are more their victory and on a superb end to a great Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me meaningfully enlisted in the fight against ter- season: Anaya Peoples, Cece Damilano, Des- in recognizing and congratulating Ms. Demi rorism. tiny Dye, Emma Bogen, Janiah Newell, Washington for such a job well done through- Two years ago as French police hunted for McKaylee Allen, Suzet Sermensheim, Sydney out her athletic path in and throughout Clinton, the mastermind behind the Paris attacks that Gouard, Tannah Ceader as well as Head MS. killed 130, it was a woman who reported his Coach Keith Peoples.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A27FE8.028 E27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E235 Mr. Speaker, it is an honor for me to ac- IN RECOGNITION OF FIRE CHIEF Ms. Moody was a native of Centreville, Mis- knowledge the hard work and dedication of KENNETH BRISCOE sissippi, and was vital to the Civil Rights the Danville Schlarman Girls Basketball Team Movement in the state. While a student at in winning the 2018 IHSA Class 1A State Title. HON. MARK MEADOWS Tougaloo College, she became heavily in- I wish the team and their coach all the best in OF NORTH CAROLINA volved in organizations, such as Congress of the future. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Racial Equality (CORE), National Association Tuesday, February 27, 2018 for the Advancement of Colored People f (NAACP), and Student Nonviolent Coordi- Mr. MEADOWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to nating Committee (SNCC). In 1963, Moody recognize Chief Kenneth Briscoe of Caldwell HONORING THE LIFE OF DUBLIN became a pivotal figure in the Civil Rights County, North Carolina. On behalf of the peo- VICE MAYOR DON BIDDLE Movement when newspapers featured a pho- ple of Lenoir, I congratulate Chief Briscoe on tograph of her participation in a sit-in at Wool- his retirement and thank him for 23 years of worth’s lunch counter in Jackson, Mississippi. HON. ERIC SWALWELL service to Caldwell County, and 45 years of Ms. Moody is best remembered for her best- service to North Carolina. selling novel ‘Coming Age of Mississippi’ re- OF CALIFORNIA Chief Briscoe began his career in 1973 as leased in 1968. a volunteer firefighter in Hudson, North Caro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES During the last years of her life, Ms. Moody lina. He joined the Lenoir Fire Department as suffered from dementia. On February 5, 2015 Tuesday, February 27, 2018 a paid firefighter in 1975 and was promoted to at 74-years-old, she passed away. Captain in 1983. Chief Briscoe joined the Today, we honor the life and legacy of Ms. Mr. SWALWELL of California. Mr. Speaker, North Carolina Department of Insurance in Anne Moody and family. I rise to honor the life of Dublin Vice Mayor 1984 and was made the Deputy Director of f Don Biddle. We lost Don on February 21, the North Carolina Department of Insurance 2018 at the age of 80. Don lived in the city of and the Fire and Rescue Commission. Chief MARCH 2, 1836—TEXAS Dublin, California for 44 years and worked tire- Briscoe left the North Carolina Department of INDEPENDENCE DAY lessly to serve his community. Insurance in 2004 to become the Chief of the After serving four years on the Dublin Plan- Lenoir Fire Department. HON. TED POE During his career, Chief Briscoe has re- ning Commission, Don was appointed as a OF TEXAS ceived many awards and honors for his ex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES member of the Dublin City Council in 2008 ceptional service. In 2007, Chief Briscoe was Tuesday, February 27, 2018 and retained his seat in subsequent elections. selected Fireman of the Year by the North It was my privilege to serve alongside Don on Carolina State Fireman’s Association and was Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, independ- the City Council from 2010 to 2013. His col- also recognized by the North Carolina State ence came to Texas differently than it did for leagues repeatedly recognized Don’s char- Senate for his outstanding service to North the 13 colonies. Let me explain. Texas was a part of Spain for over 100 acter and commitment by nominating him to Carolina and the City of Lenoir. Chief Briscoe years when Mexico fought a successful revo- serve as Vice Mayor on multiple occasions. has been recognized by this Congress on lution in 1820 against Spain to form a democ- three separate occasions for his service to the His achievements as a city councilmember racy, which included Texas. However, Santa people of Lenoir and the State of North Caro- received national acclaim. One of Don’s Anna, the president of Mexico, declared him- lina. In 2011, Chief Briscoe was awarded the proudest achievements was the redevelop- self Dictator of Mexico and he abolished the National Chief Fire Officer designation and ment of the former federal housing project, Ar- Mexican constitution. This was unacceptable was made a member of the Institution of Fire royo Vista, into the region’s largest mixed-in- to people living in Texas—both Anglos and Engineers. Furthermore, Chief Briscoe has at- come housing development, Emerald Vista. Tejanos (Texas-born Mexicans). Dissention tained many certifications through the Inter- He was a consistent champion of affordable against the government spread through Texas. housing who also worked to develop an apart- national Fire Service Accreditation Congress. War broke out in 1835 in the small town of Chief Briscoe was the first member of the ment complex tailored to the needs of active Gonzales when a detachment from the Mexi- North Carolina Association of Fire Chiefs to military members, veterans, and their families. can army tried to take a cannon from the serve as President and Past President for two Don’s leadership led Dublin to be named an townspeople. The cannon was for protection terms. As President of the North Carolina As- against hostile Indian raids on the community. ‘‘All American City’’ while he was on city coun- sociation of Fire Chiefs, he represented over Shots rang out between the Mexican army cil. 1,500 fire chiefs and 45,000 firefighters. Chief and the armed townspeople. There were a few Don also was steadfast in his commitment Briscoe has also served as the Vice-Chairman wounded on both sides, and neither side to children, serving as a school board trustee of the North Carolina Fire and Rescue Com- claimed victory. for 12 years. As a trustee, he was instru- mission. In 2014, Chief Briscoe was aptly Skirmishes continued between both sides. mental in the creation of the Dublin Unified named Western North Carolina Fire Officer of The Texians, as they were called, drove out School District and was a leader in the re- the Year. Western North Carolina is proud to the Mexican army from the town of Bexar— building and improvement of the city’s aging have such an accomplished and caring public now called San Antonio. A small Texian army schools. Beyond the school board, he re- servant. Chief Briscoe is married to his wife, of volunteers occupied the Alamo in February mained passionate about education, serving Paula, and they have one son, Joe. 1836 in Bexar, under the command of Lieuten- Chief Briscoe’s long list of awards and ac- the Dublin Partners in Education for nearly two ant Colonel William Barratt Travis—a 27-year- complishments does not paint the full-picture decades, including as president and board old lawyer from South Carolina. Other Texian of the meaningful impact he has made on member. volunteers took the town of Goliad under Caldwell County and the State of North Caro- Texian Colonel James Fannin. General Sam Don served as an active representative of lina. For his service to Western North Caro- Houston was the commander of all Texian the Dublin community, on a variety of commis- lina, I am honored to express the gratitude sions throughout Alameda County. Addition- forces in the struggle for independence. and best wishes of the people of North Caro- Meanwhile, on March 2, 1836 (ironically ally, Don supported the growth of non-profit lina to Chief Briscoe on his retirement. organizations within Dublin such as the School Sam Houston’s birthdate), ‘‘officials’’—both f of Imagination, Dublin Rotary Club, Dublin In- Anglos and Tejanos—from Texas gathered in tegrity in Action, the YMCA, the American HONORING CIVIL RIGHTS ICON a place called Washington on the Brazos, and Cancer Society, and Hope Hospice. ANNE MOODY declared independence from the Dictatorship of Mexico. The Republic of Texas was born. Throughout his life, Don selflessly served HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON However, the defenders in the Alamo fell on the greater Tri-Valley community. I am grateful March 6, 1836, and Fannin was defeated and to have known Don Biddle, and he has left be- OF MISSISSIPPI IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES he and his men were executed by the Mexi- hind an unforgettable legacy of kindness, can army. charity and service. My thoughts and prayers Tuesday, February 27, 2018 General Sam Houston continued to rebuild are with his family, and he will forever be re- Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- a Texas army and marched east towards the membered for his invaluable contributions to er, I rise to honor the late Civil Rights icon, marches of San Jacinto (near present day the community. Anne Moody. Houston, Texas).

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A27FE8.031 E27FEPT1 E236 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 27, 2018 On April 21, 1836 the Texas army surprised Commander picks someone from their division HONORING FANNIE’S NEST, INC. and met the vastly larger army of Santa Anna, to honor. Officer James Williams was named and defeated it in a brutal, but short, 18- 2017 Officer of the Year and Officer Vladimir HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON minute battle. Santa Anna was captured along Golovine was named 2017 Employee of the OF MISSISSIPPI with half of his army. The rest were casualties Year. The department awarded the Business IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the battle. The Texian losses were minimal. Sponsor of the Year to The Church of Rosen- The Texas war for independence and free- berg for outstanding support to the department Tuesday, February 27, 2018 dom was successful. during 2017. Josh Landry was honored as Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- Texas remained a Republic for nine years 2017 Citizen of the Year. Also receiving er, I rise today to honor a group of innovators then was admitted to the Union in 1845, by awards were Rookie of the Year Officer who have shown what can be done through the slim vote margin of one. Ruben Robles, Top Gun Division Winner Offi- hard work, dedication and a desire to serve The rest, they say, is Texas history. cer Robert Oliver, Co-Detective of the Year their community, Fannie’s Nest, Inc. And that’s just the way it is. Detective John Dawson, Top Gun Division Fannie’s Nest, Inc. is a Mississippi based f Winner and Overall Champion Sgt. Steven nonprofit organization and with its ministry in- Rychlik, Co-Detective of the Year & Top Gun corporated on January 22, 2016 by founders RECOGNIZING JUDGE DANIEL Division Winner Detective David Childs, Top Pamela Scott Bracey, PhD and Darrell Scott, HEATH Gun Division Winner Detective Andrew Runge Jr. The founders along with several other and Telecommunicator of the Year Danell cousins were interested in carrying out the HON. JIM BANKS Gaydos. Our communities are safer thanks to legacy of ‘‘educated communities of Christian OF INDIANA strong police departments and the critical or- unity’’ instilled by their grandmother, the late IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ganizations that support them. Thank you to Fannie Lee Jones Scott. Fannie was the Tuesday, February 27, 2018 each of these honorees. mother of 12 children, and mother-like figure On behalf of the Twenty-Second Congres- to several other children in the community of Mr. BANKS of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise Yazoo City, Mississippi. She also served as a today to recognize Allen County Judge Daniel sional District of Texas, congratulations again to the Richmond Police Department honorees. devoted choir leader of Tulane Missionary Heath and to congratulate him on his retire- Baptist Church in Yazoo City for many years ment. For years Judge Heath has been an in- I thank them for all they do to keep the Rich- mond community safe. until her untimely passing to be with the Lord tegral figure in our community. After grad- in 1996. uating from what is now the Indiana University As a charitable organization and ministry, f McKinney School of Law in Indianapolis, Fannie’s Nest, Inc. vision is to exhibit a sin- Judge Heath and his family returned to Fort ASHLYNEE MIKE AMBER ALERT IN cere hands-on Christian approach to encour- Wayne, wherein he began his career in public INDIAN COUNTRY ACT age the development of well-rounded youth service. that grow to make positive impacts in all areas Judge Heath took a job as a District Rep- of society. Their mission is to educate, em- resentative for then-Congressman Dan Coats. SPEECH OF power, and expose youth to a variety of stimu- In this capacity, Judge Heath managed an lating experiences with the ultimate goal of outstanding constituent service operation that HON. NORMA J. TORRES nurturing them to soar beyond mediocrity, served the people of northeast Indiana. Judge OF CALIFORNIA negative stereotypes, and unfavorable statis- Heath then served as Fort Wayne Mayor Paul tics. Helmke’s Chief of Staff and Safety Director, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The organizers and members of Fannie’s before running for Congress in 1989. Though Monday, February 26, 2018 Nest, Inc. are committed to designing and im- he was defeated in a close race, Judge Heath plementing innovative mentoring programs, never stopped serving his community. In 1996, Mrs. TORRES. Mr. Speaker, I rise conferences, and events that cater to youth in he was elected to the bench in Allen County. tocommend the United States Congress for pursuit of aiding Mississippi students and com- Having served in the Civil Division of the taking the right step forward in helping combat munities to grow in the following areas: Edu- Allen Superior Court for 17 years, Judge the high numbers of children abduction and cational Scholarship, Career Development, Heath went on to serve in the family division crime rates in Indian Country. Leadership, Service Learning, Financial Edu- in 2013. In this role, Judge Heath spear- As a former 911 operator, I know that the cation, Physical Fitness, Self-Awareness, Cul- headed many important initiatives in our com- AMBER Alert program has led to the rescue of tural Awareness, Music Appreciation, and munity, including the Juvenile Detention Alter- countless lives across the United States—but Communication. natives Initiative, a program designed to lower until now, access to this critical tool has been Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me the number of young offenders incarcerated in limited for our tribal communities. in recognizing Fannie’s Nest, Inc. for its dedi- Allen County, and BrightSteps, a program de- cation and desire to serve others and giving signed to enhance early childhood develop- Mr. Speaker, the passage of this bill will back to the community. give tribes across the United States the ability ment. f Allen County benefited greatly from Judge to respond quickly to child abductions and Heath’s dedication to the community, and we help ensure the public safety of their citizens. HONORING CRECENCIO CRUZ will miss his leadership. I wish him and his These precious young lives are no less valu- PADILLA family the best in his retirement and future en- able than any others and they deserve to be deavors. protected. HON. JIMMY PANETTA f Last November, I introduced Savanna’s Act OF CALIFORNIA as a result of the disturbing increase in mur- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RICHMOND POLICE DEPARTMENT dered and missing Native American women HONORS DEDICATION OF EM- Tuesday, February 27, 2018 and girls. My bill is named in honor of Sa- PLOYEES AND CITIZENS vanna LaFontaine-Greywind, a 22-year-old Mr. PANETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pregnant member of the Spirit Lake Tribe who honor the memory of a lifelong LULAC mem- HON. PETE OLSON was tragically murdered. ber and community activist of the Central OF TEXAS Coast community, Crecencio Cruz Padilla. While I am hopeful that the institution of an IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Born in Mexico City, Mr. Padilla arrived in AMBER alert program will help bring some Monterey County in 1953 and worked as a Tuesday, February 27, 2018 much needed relief to this issue, we must do farmworker for Driscoll’s Berries. During the Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to more to address the gap of information shar- 1960’s, Castroville’s Head Start Program hired congratulate the men and women honored by ing between tribal, local, and federal law en- Mr. Padilla as a Community Liaison where he the Richmond Police Department at their an- forcement agencies. My bill aims to do just had an opportunity to work with farmworker nual awards banquet last month. that. families. Education was very important to Mr. The banquet honors dedicated employees Let’s keep the momentum going and finally Padilla, and he decided to take part-time and citizens committed to the mission of the bring full justice to our Native American neigh- classes at Hartnell College focusing on crimi- Richmond Police Department. Each Division bors. nal law. That experience led him to advocate

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A27FE8.035 E27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E237 for community members accused of commit- And that’s just the way it is. IN RECOGNITION OF THE PASSING ting crimes. Mr. Padilla went on to become an OF MR. JOHN PAGEL investigator at the Monterey County Public De- f fender’s Office in 1974 where he worked until HONORING THE MDWFP SPECIAL HON. MIKE GALLAGHER his retirement in 1997. OF WISCONSIN Mr. Padilla was also a pioneering civil-rights RESPONSE TEAM IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES activist in Monterey County. In 1972, he founded the North Monterey County Chapter HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON Tuesday, February 27, 2018 of the League of United Latin American Citi- OF MISSISSIPPI Mr. GALLAGHER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise zens, a civil rights advocacy organization. Mr. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in honor of the life and legacy of Kewaunee Padilla, alongside Cesar Chavez, was also a County native, Mr. John Pagel. strong supporter of the United Farm Workers Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Mr. Pagel was a successful businessman, a in their fight for unionization. Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- revered community leader, and, most impor- Mr. Padilla spent his life fighting to help er, I rise to honor the Mississippi Department tantly, a beloved husband, father, and grand- those in the community of little means. In one of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks’ Special Re- father. He was taken too soon, but John account, Mr. Padilla demanded that the city of sponse Team led by Major Dale Bell. leaves behind a proud and enduring legacy Salinas form a police review board after a On July 11, 2017 at approximately 0700 that lesser men could not hope to forge in a string of officer involved incidents. Mr. Padilla hours, the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, dozen lifetimes. also helped community members in generous While reflecting on John’s time with us, I ways that did not make headlines. He de- Fisheries and Parks (MDWFP) Special Re- sponse Team (SRT), made up of 36 SRT turned to scripture and was reminded of him fended a countless number of people and was in one of my favorite verses. ‘‘And to make it known to take in families he found without members and seven conservation officers, were deployed to Leflore County, Mississippi, your ambition to lead a quiet life: You should shelter at the courthouse. In 2012, the League mind your own business and work with your of United Latin American Citizens, the La to assist the local Emergency Management Agency with the C130 Aircraft crash, where hands, just as we told you, so that your daily Raza Lawyers Association, and the Alisal Bet- life may win the respect of outsiders and so terment Association dedicated a Lady Justice the lives of 16 servicemen were lost. After ar- riving to the Central Operation Center, that you will not be dependent on anybody.’’ statue at the National Steinbeck Center in (1 Thessalonians 4: 11–12) honor of Mr. Padilla’s work. Mr. Padilla’s leg- MDWFP was assigned as the lead agency for the search and recovery of this mission. The A dairy farmer by trade, John’s passion for acy as a passionate advocate for his commu- his family and community, entrepreneurial spir- nity will stand the test of time. SRT members had a daunting task of recov- ering the remains of four servicemen. But I am it, and respect for nature brought him tremen- Crecencio Padilla’s legacy is defined by his dous success in life. A towering figure in Wis- dedication to his family as well. His children proud to say they recovered the remains of all consin industry and a renowned public serv- remember him as ‘‘an amazing father and 16 servicemen ensuring they would be flown ant, John never shed the humble hometown husband,’’ who gave love and support to all home. qualities that earned him respect and happi- his family. He was a role model for his family Other responsibilities included, finding 50 ness from the start. Beloved by his family, and the Central Coast community. His legacy missing weapons and providing daily super- community, and employees, good and honest will live on in the memories of those of us who vision to a large number of Marine members men like John are hard to find and even hard- had the honor to know him. Mr. Speaker, I ask on the ground. The SRT team demonstrated er to lose. that my colleagues in the House join me in resilience operating in 105-degree daily heat, John’s extraordinary memory will be cher- honoring Crecencio Padilla. while handling venomous snakes and infesta- tions of chiggers, ticks and mosquitoes. ished by countless people across Wisconsin f and America. May his humility, decency, and This tragic event was the largest aviation uncompromising integrity be remembered and SEXUAL ASSAULT SURVIVOR BILL accident to happen in Mississippi and in the emulated by all who knew him. OF RIGHTS history of the United States Marine Corps. The MDWFP SRT’s role in the law enforcement f HON. TED POE community is very important. The skills, train- GUN VIOLENCE OF TEXAS ing, dedication, and technology that they bring IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to deployments are second to none. SPEECH OF Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Today, I am honored to recognize these brave public heroes for the hard work, dedica- HON. MARCIA L. FUDGE Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, every six OF OHIO months, Amanda Nguyen begins her search tion and courage they exude each and every IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for her rape kit. day protecting Mississippians. Despite being sexually assaulted, the bur- Monday, February 26, 2018 den to ensure it’s not destroyed lies on Aman- f Ms. FUDGE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to da—the victim. FOSTER HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS VAR- urge my colleagues to find the courage to take In her home state, there is a 15-year statute action and eradicate gun violence in America. of limitations for prosecuting sexual assault SITY SWIM TEAM EARNS 5A SIL- VER MEDAL While our children and families demand a crimes. vote on commonsense legislation to keep our But untested rape kits are only required to communities safe, my Republican colleagues be stored for six months. HON. PETE OLSON continue to turn their backs. Mr. Speaker, conflicting laws like this defy OF TEXAS Since the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elemen- common sense. Because of stories like Amada’s, Congress IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tary, the House has observed 42 moments of passed a bill in 2016 that implements, on the Tuesday, February 27, 2018 silence—tonight makes 43—to honor victims federal level, a Sexual Assault Survivors Bill of of gun violence, but no meaningful action has Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Rights. been taken to strengthen our gun laws. After congratulate the Foster High School Girls Var- This important legislation grants survivors every mass shooting we offer our thoughts the right to have a rape kit preserved for a full sity Swim Team for earning a silver medal in and prayers to the victims, their families, and 20 years. the 200-yard freestyle. first responders. Our thoughts and prayers are It gives survivors the results of forensic Kalissa Niles, Maddie Jacks, Sophie Gibson not enough. A moment of silence is not exams and notification if an evidence kit is de- and Meagan Clark finished in second place enough. stroyed. with an impressive time of 1 minute and 39.47 In the past decade, more than one million Two years after passage, it’s clear that this seconds. Their accomplishments in the pool Americans have been shot. Every day, on av- legislation is needed now, more than ever. have made their families and the Richmond erage at least 35 Americans are killed with a This week the House Judiciary Committee community proud. gun and nearly 33,000 die each year from will be reviewing this imperative law. On behalf of the Twenty-Second Congres- gun-related violence. Ensuring it is implemented effectively and sional District of Texas, congratulations to the In my home state of Ohio, someone is killed improves the experience of survivors as they ladies of the Foster High School Girls Varsity with a gun every eight hours. This is unac- fight for the justice they rightfully deserve. Swim Team. Keep up the great work. ceptable. There are no moments of silence on

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A27FE8.040 E27FEPT1 E238 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 27, 2018 the House Floor for these victims, and Con- that my colleagues in the United States House TRIBUTE TO NOLA AND WALT gress is doing nothing to protect the next vic- of Representatives join me in honoring his ac- PRITCHARD tim. complishments and in wishing him nothing but The White House and the National Rifle As- continued success. HON. DAVID YOUNG sociation claim mental illness is to blame for OF IOWA this latest tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Doug- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES las High School in Parkland, Florida, and that Tuesday, February 27, 2018 arming teachers will keep our children safe. TRIBUTE TO CLAYTON SAEUGLING Republicans cannot claim that mental illness is Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise to blame, when they simultaneously cut fund- HON. DAVID YOUNG today to recognize and congratulate Nola and Walt Pritchard of Clarinda, Iowa on the very ing for mental health treatment, undermine OF IOWA American’s health insurance, and strip schools special occasion of their 65th wedding anni- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of resources needed to employ guidance versary. They celebrated their anniversary on counselors, social workers and/or more teach- Tuesday, February 27, 2018 December 23, 2017. ers to reduce class sizes and give students Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Nola and Walt’s lifelong commitment to more individual attention. today to recognize and congratulate Clayton each other and their family truly embodies The NRA claims any sensible action to Saeugling of Atlantic, Iowa, for receiving the Iowa values. As they reflect on their 65th anni- strengthen our gun laws is an attack on the American Future Farmers of America Degree versary, may their commitment grow even 2nd Amendment and the rights of gun owners. Award. The American Future Farmers of stronger, as they continue to love, cherish, Nothing could be further from the truth. Demo- America (FFA) Degree is the highest honor an and honor one another for many years to crats and Republicans must work together on FFA member can achieve. According to Eric come. Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple meaningful reform to keep guns out of the Miller, FFA Advisor at the Atlantic High on their 65th year together and I wish them hands of criminals, domestic abusers, and in- School, ‘‘less than one percent of the 653,359 many more. I ask that my colleagues in the dividuals in crisis. FFA members will receive this prestigious United States House of Representatives join Recent polls show that 97 percent of gun award.’’ me in congratulating them on this momentous owners approve of background checks for all In earning this degree, Clayton had to earn occasion and in wishing them nothing but the gun purchases, including those made at gun and invest at least $10,000 through a super- best. shows and through private sales. According to vised agricultural program that he started, the Pew Research Center, 33 percent of gun owned, and in which he held a professional f owners oppose the NRA’s prescription to position. He also had to complete 50 hours of TRIBUTE TO REV. RICHARD make schools safer by arming teachers. community service, demonstrating his commu- BLODGETT As I’ve said before, all citizens have a right nity commitment and leadership skills. FFA to basic safety and life itself. Our families Advisor Eric Miller further added, ‘‘I am very HON. DAVID YOUNG should not fear the possible massacre of their proud of Clayton and all his hard work he has children in school or on playgrounds. Every- OF IOWA put into his project and his education.’’ Clayton IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES one should be able to go to a concert or place said, ‘‘getting my American FFA Degree was of worship and not confront a shooter armed a once in a lifetime experience that I am glad Tuesday, February 27, 2018 with high capacity ammunition magazines and I could be a part of. All of the time and hard Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise a weapon of mass destruction. It is up to all work that I have put into FFA was well worth today to recognize and congratulate Rev. of us to protect our communities, schools, it.’’ Richard Blodgett of Council Bluffs, Iowa on his workplaces, and places of worship from Mr. Speaker, I applaud and congratulate recent retirement as the Pastor of Emanuel senseless gun violence. Clayton for earning this award and it is with Church of the Nazarene. Rev. Blodgett has I have been encouraged by the courageous great pride that I recognize him today. I ask served his congregation for over 31 years. young people speaking out and taking action that my colleagues in the United States House Originally from Wisconsin, Rev. Blodgett to effect change. I hope my Republican col- of Representatives join me in congratulating and his family have made Council Bluffs their leagues are listening. him and in wishing him nothing but continued home for the past three decades. After high Every day Congress fails to strengthen our success. school, he studied to become a teacher and gun laws, we are complicit in the violence that wrestling coach, but he said it just did not feel takes place in our nation. We can and must f right. He entered Olivet Nazarene University in do more to end gun violence. Bourbonnais, Illinois. After graduating, Rev. f TRIBUTE TO JEAN AND KENNETH Blodgett began his work in Dubuque, Iowa be- POLSLEY TRIBUTE TO BILL HILLMAN fore answering the call to serve in Council Bluffs. Rev. Blodgett plans to stay active in the HON. DAVID YOUNG HON. DAVID YOUNG community by volunteering with his spiritual OF IOWA experience at Fox Run Assisted Living, Jean- OF OHIO nie Edmundson Hospital, and at the Iowa IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Share Food Program. Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Mr. Speaker, I commend and congratulate Rev. Blodgett for his 31 years of dedicated Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise and devoted service to Emanuel Church of the today to recognize and congratulate Bill today to recognize and congratulate Jean and Nazarene. He has made a difference by help- Hillman of Shenandoah, Iowa on his selection Kenneth Polsley of Blanchard, Iowa on the ing and serving others and it is with great as the 2017 Outstanding Individual Leader, very special occasion of their 50th wedding pride that I recognize him today. I ask that my awarded by the Iowa Tourism Office and Trav- anniversary. They celebrated their anniversary colleagues in the United States House of Rep- el Federation of Iowa. Bill received this honor on December 23, 2017. resentatives join me in congratulating him on for his work with the Everly Brothers Child- Jean and Kenneth’s lifelong commitment to his retirement and in wishing him nothing but hood Home, Wabash Trace Nature Trail and each other and their family truly embodies the best. many other community activities. Iowa values. As they reflect on their 50th anni- Bill has worked tirelessly in promoting eco- versary, may their commitment grow even f nomic development and tourism opportunities stronger, as they continue to love, cherish, TRIBUTE TO JACOB BAUDLER in Shenandoah and the surrounding commu- and honor one another for many years to nities. Through Bill’s determination and dedi- come. HON. DAVID YOUNG cation, and with the use of his time and re- Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple OF IOWA sources, he has had a direct impact on the on their 50th year together and I wish them IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES economic future of Shenandoah. many more. I ask that my colleagues in the Mr. Speaker, Bill has made a difference by United States House of Representatives join Tuesday, February 27, 2018 helping and serving his community. It is with me in congratulating them on this momentous Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise great honor that I recognize him today. I ask occasion. today to recognize and congratulate Jacob

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A27FE8.045 E27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E239 Baudler, of Fontanelle, Iowa for earning the Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple and Donald Wimmer. They were awarded the American FFA Degree. Jacob was recently on their 60 years together and I wish them 49th Annual Community Christmas Candle in awarded this degree at the National FFA Con- many more. I ask that my colleagues in the December 2017 at the Afton Methodist vention in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was a United States House of Representatives join Church. member of the Nodaway Valley FFA Organi- me in congratulating them on this momentous Service to their community and their church zation and is the son of John and Darla occasion and in wishing them both nothing but began over 70 years ago. Donald has served Baudler. continued success. as a key leader at the Arispe Methodist The American FFA Degree is awarded to f Church for years and has served on the Food members who have demonstrated the highest for Life committee. Darlene taught Bible and TRIBUTE TO CLEO HAWTHORNE level of commitment to FFA and made signifi- Sunday school for many years while Donald cant accomplishments in their supervised agri- also outfitted his barn so Arispe kids had a cultural experience. Jacob had to meet certain HON. DAVID YOUNG place to play basketball. They have both also requirements, such as studying agriculture for OF IOWA volunteered their time at Greater Regional three years in high school, earning money in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Medical Center and with hospice. an agriculture field and investing that money into their business, participation in community Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize service and having a record of outstanding Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Darlene and Donald for receiving this award leadership ability and community involvement. today to recognize and congratulate Cleo and I am proud to represent them in the The work toward this degree involved many Hawthorne of Atlantic, Iowa, on the very spe- United States Congress. I ask that my col- years of hard work and dedication in agricul- cial occasion of celebrating his 105th birthday leagues in the United States House of Rep- tural pursuits. on December 31, 2017. resentatives join me in congratulating Darlene Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to rep- Our world has changed a great deal during and Donald and in wishing them both nothing resent leaders like Jacob in the United States the course of Cleo’s life. Since his birth, we but the best. Congress and it is with great pride that I rec- have revolutionized air travel and walked on ognize and applaud him for utilizing his talents the moon. We have invented the television, f to reach his goals. I ask that my colleagues in cellular phones, and the internet. We have the United States House of Representatives TRIBUTE TO KARLA AND BILL fought in wars overseas, seen the rise and fall LIVINGSTON join me in congratulating Jacob on receiving of Soviet communism, and witnessed the birth this esteemed designation and in wishing him of new democracies. Cleo has lived through the best of luck in all his future endeavors. nineteen United States Presidents and twenty- HON. DAVID YOUNG f four Governors of Iowa. In his lifetime, the OF IOWA population of the United States has more than TRIBUTE TO BETTY AND RONALD IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONLEY tripled. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to represent Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Cleo in the United States Congress and I’m HON. DAVID YOUNG Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise proud to recognize him today on this momen- OF IOWA today to recognize and congratulate Karla and tous occasion. I ask that my colleagues in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Bill Livingston on the very special occasion of United States House of Representatives join their 60th wedding anniversary on December Tuesday, February 27, 2018 me in congratulating him and in wishing noth- 30, 2017. Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise ing but the best. Karla and Bill’s lifelong commitment to each today to recognize and congratulate Betty and f Ronald Conley of Mount Ayr, Iowa, on the other and their family truly embodies Iowa val- very special occasion of their 60th wedding TRIBUTE TO DARLENE AND ues. As they reflect on their 60th anniversary anniversary. They celebrated their anniversary DONALD WIMMER may their commitment grow even stronger, as on January 3, 2018. they continue to love, cherish, and honor one Betty and Ronald’s lifelong commitment to HON. DAVID YOUNG another for many years to come. each other and their family truly embodies our OF IOWA Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple Iowa values. As they reflect on their 60th anni- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on their 60 years together and I wish them versary, may their commitment grow even many more. I ask that my colleagues in the stronger, as they continue to love, cherish, Tuesday, February 27, 2018 United States House of Representatives join and honor one another for many years to Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise me in congratulating them on this momentous come. today to recognize and congratulate Darlene occasion.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A27FE8.051 E27FEPT1 Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Daily Digest Senate Act for Fiscal Year 2001, appointed the following Chamber Action individual to serve as a member of the Public Inter- Routine Proceedings, pages S1223–S1255 est Declassification Board: Alissa M. Starzak of the Measures Introduced: Twelve bills and six resolu- District of Columbia. Page S1254 tions were introduced, as follows: S. 2453–2464, S.J. Vought Nomination—Agreement: Senate resumed Res. 52, S. Res. 414–416, and S. Con. Res. 34–35. consideration of the nomination of Russell Vought, Pages S1243–44 of Virginia, to be Deputy Director of the Office of Measures Passed: Management and Budget. Pages S1233–34 During consideration of this nomination today, National Speech and Debate Education Day: Senate also took the following action: Senate agreed to S. Res. 415, designating March 2, By 49 yeas to 48 nays (Vote No. 39), Senate 2018, as ‘‘National Speech and Debate Education agreed to the motion to close further debate on the Day’’. Page S1254 nomination. Pages S1233–34 Career and Technical Education Month: Senate A unanimous-consent agreement was reached pro- agreed to S. Res. 416, supporting the goals and viding that notwithstanding the provisions of Rule ideals of Career and Technical Education Month. XXII, all post-cloture time on the nomination expire Page S1254 at 4:30 p.m., on Wednesday, February 28, 2018, Authorizing the Use of Emancipation Hall: Sen- and Senate vote on confirmation of the nomination, ate agreed to S. Con. Res. 35, authorizing the use with no intervening action or debate. Page S1255 of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center A unanimous-consent agreement was reached pro- for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold viding for further consideration of the nomination, Medal collectively to the members of the Office of post-cloture, at approximately 12:45 p.m., on Strategic Services. Pages S1254–55 Wednesday, February 28, 2018, and that all time during recess, adjournment, morning business, and Appointments: Leader remarks count post-cloture on the nomina- Joint Select Committee on Budget and Appro- tion. Page S1255 priations Process Reform: The Chair, on behalf of Nominations Confirmed: Senate confirmed the fol- the Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate, lowing nominations: pursuant to section 30442 of Public Law 115–123, William Northey, of Iowa, to be Under Secretary appointed the following as Members of the Joint Se- of Agriculture for Farm and Foreign Agricultural lect Committee on Budget and Appropriations Proc- Services. Page S1227 ess Reform: Senators Blunt, Perdue, Lankford, Ernst, By 73 yeas to 23 nays (Vote No. EX. 38), Eliza- Whitehouse, Bennet, Schatz, and Hirono. Page S1254 beth L. Branch, of Georgia, to be United States Cir- Joint Select Committee on Solvency of Multiem- cuit Judge for the Eleventh Circuit. Pages S1223–33 ployer Pension Plans: The Chair, on behalf of the Nominations Received: Senate received the fol- Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate, pursu- lowing nominations: ant to section 30442 of Public Law 115–123, ap- Charles P. Verdon, of California, to be Deputy pointed the following as Members of the Joint Select Administrator for Defense Programs, National Nu- Committee on Solvency of Multiemployer Pension clear Security Administration. Plans: Senators Hatch (Co-Chair), Alexander, Theodore J. Garrish, of Maryland, to be an Assist- Portman, Crapo, Brown (Co-Chair), Manchin, ant Secretary of Energy (International Affairs). Heitkamp, and Smith. Page S1254 Amy Karpel, of Washington, to be a Member of Public Interest Declassification Board: The the United States International Trade Commission Chair, on behalf of the Majority Leader, pursuant to for the remainder of the term expiring June 16, Public Law 106–567, the Intelligence Authorization 2020. D197

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:38 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D27FE8.REC D27FEPT1 D198 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST February 27, 2018 John Cary Bittick, of Georgia, to be United States Adjournment: Senate convened at 10 a.m. and ad- Marshal for the Middle District of Georgia for the journed at 6:26 p.m., until 12:45 p.m. on Wednes- term of four years. day, February 28, 2018. (For Senate’s program, see Thomas T. Cullen, of Virginia, to be United the remarks of the Majority Leader in today’s Record States Attorney for the Western District of Virginia on page S1255.) for the term of four years. Timothy A. Garrison, of Missouri, to be United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri Committee Meetings for the term of four years. Steven L. Gladden, of North Carolina, to be (Committees not listed did not meet) United States Marshal for the Middle District of North Carolina for the term of four years. BUSINESS MEETING Nicola T. Hanna, of California, to be United Committee on Armed Services: Committee ordered favor- States Attorney for the Central District of California ably reported 1,288 nominations in the Army, Navy, for the term of four years. Air Force, and Marine Corps. David C. Joseph, of Louisiana, to be United States Attorney for the Western District of Louisiana for DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION REQUEST AND the term of four years. FUTURE YEARS DEFENSE PROGRAM David L. Lyons, of Georgia, to be United States Marshal for the Southern District of Georgia for the Committee on Armed Services: Committee concluded a term of four years. hearing to examine United States Cyber Command Rodney D. Ostermiller, of Montana, to be United in review of the Defense Authorization Request for States Marshal for the District of Montana for the fiscal year 2019 and the Future Years Defense Pro- term of four years. gram, after receiving testimony from Admiral Mi- Kenji M. Price, of Hawaii, to be United States chael S. Rogers, USN, Commander, United States Attorney for the District of Hawaii for the term of Cyber Command/Director, National Security Agen- four years. cy/Chief, Central Security Services, Department of Paul R. Lawrence, of Virginia, to be Under Sec- Defense. retary for Benefits of the Department of Veterans Af- fairs. NOMINATIONS 2 Air Force nominations in the rank of general. Committee on Foreign Relations: Committee concluded 5 Navy nominations in the rank of admiral. a hearing to examine the nominations of Kevin Ed- Page S1255 ward Moley, of Arizona, to be an Assistant Secretary Nomination Withdrawn: Senate received notifica- of State (International Organization Affairs), Jose- tion of withdrawal of the following nomination: phine Olsen, of Maryland, to be Director of the Robert M. Weaver, of Oklahoma, to be Director Peace Corps, Erik Bethel, of Florida, to be United of the Indian Health Service, Department of Health States Alternate Executive Director of the Inter- and Human Services, for the term of four years, national Bank for Reconstruction and Development, which was sent to the Senate on October 24, 2017. and Sean Cairncross, of Minnesota, to be Chief Exec- Page S1255 utive Officer, Millennium Challenge Corporation, who was introduced by Senator Cornyn, after the Messages from the House: Page S1239 nominees testified and answered questions in their Measures Referred: Page S1239 own behalf. Measures Read the First Time: Pages S1239, S1254 OPIOID CRISIS Executive Communications: Pages S1239–42 Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: Executive Reports of Committees: Pages S1242–43 Committee concluded a hearing to examine the Additional Cosponsors: Pages S1244–45 opioid crisis, focusing on the role of technology and Statements on Introduced Bills/Resolutions: data in preventing and treating addiction, after re- Pages S1245–53 ceiving testimony from Snezana Mahon, Express Additional Statements: Pages S1238–39 Scripts, Inc., St. Louis, Missouri; Sherry L. Green, National Alliance for Model State Drug Laws, Santa Authorities for Committees to Meet: Page S1254 Fe, New Mexico; H. Westley Clark, Santa Clara Record Votes: Two record votes were taken today. University, Santa Clara, California; and Sanket J. (Total—39) Pages S1233, S1233–34 Shah, University of Illinois, Chicago.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:38 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D27FE8.REC D27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST D199 INTELLIGENCE ligence matters from officials of the intelligence Select Committee on Intelligence: Committee met in community. closed session to receive a briefing on certain intel- h House of Representatives charge from committee and agree to H. Con. Res. Chamber Action 106, authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall for a Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 33 pub- ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal lic bills, H.R. 5099–5131; and 12 resolutions, H.J. collectively to the members of the Office of Strategic Res. 129–130; H. Con. Res.108–110; and H. Res. Services. Page H1290 752–758 were introduced. Pages H1332–34 Suspensions: The House agreed to suspend the rules Additional Cosponsors: Pages H1335–36 and pass the following measure: Report Filed: A report was filed today as follows: Amending the Real Estate Settlement Procedures H.R. 146, to take certain Federal lands in Ten- Act of 1974 to modify requirements related to nessee into trust for the benefit of the Eastern Band mortgage disclosures: H.R. 5078, amended, to of Cherokee Indians, and for other purposes, with an amend the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act of amendment (H. Rept. 115–584). 1974 to modify requirements related to mortgage Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he disclosures. Page H1306 appointed Representative Mitchell to act as Speaker Placing requirements on operational risk capital pro tempore for today. Page H1269 requirements for banking organizations estab- Recess: The House recessed at 10:49 a.m. and re- lished by an appropriate Federal banking agen- cy: The House passed H.R. 4296, to place require- convened at 11 a.m. Page H1274 ments on operational risk capital requirements for Guest Chaplain: The prayer was offered by the banking organizations established by an appropriate Guest Chaplain, Chaplain Robert Vick, American Federal banking agency, by a yea-and-nay vote of Legion National Chaplain, New Port Richey, FL. 245 yeas to 169 nays, Roll No. 89. Pages H1274–75 Pages H1280–86, H1289–90, H1308–17 Meeting Hour: Agreed by unanimous consent that Rejected the Maxine Waters (CA) motion to re- when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet commit the bill to the Committee on Financial Serv- at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 1st and further, ices with instructions to report the same back to the when the House adjourns on that day, it adjourns to House forthwith with an amendment, by a yea-and- meet at 12 noon on Monday, March 5th for Morning nay vote of 185 yeas to 228 nays, Roll No. 88. Hour debate. Pages H1277, H1332 Pages H1314–16 Pursuant to the Rule, an amendment in the na- Recess: The House recessed at 12:28 p.m. and re- ture of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules convened at 1:07 p.m. Page H1286 Committee Print 115–60, modified by the amend- Question of Privilege: Representative Thompson ment printed in part A of H. Rept. 115–582, shall (CA) rose to a question of the privileges of the be considered as adopted, in lieu of the amendment House and submitted a resolution. The Chair ruled in the nature of a substitute recommended by the that the resolution did not present a question of the Committee on Financial Services now printed in the privileges of the House. Subsequently, Representa- bill. Pages H1280–81 tive Thompson (CA) appealed the ruling of the chair H. Res. 747, the rule providing for consideration and Representative Burgess moved to table the ap- of the bills (H.R. 4296) and (H.R. 4607) was agreed peal. Agreed to the motion to table the appeal of the to by a recorded vote of 230 ayes to 177 noes, Roll ruling of the Chair by a yea-and-nay vote of 228 No. 87, after the previous question ordered by a yea- yeas to 184 nays, Roll No. 83. Pages H1286–87 and-nay vote of 227 yeas to 185 nays, Roll No. 86. Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall for a Pages H1289–90 ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Medal collectively to the members of the Office Trafficking Act: The House passed H.R. 1865, to of Strategic Services: The House agreed to dis- amend the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:38 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D27FE8.REC D27FEPT1 D200 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST February 27, 2018 that section 230 of such Act does not prohibit the Senate Message: Message received from the Senate enforcement against providers and users of inter- by the Clerk and subsequently presented to the active computer services of Federal and State crimi- House today appears on page H1286. nal and civil law relating to sexual exploitation of Quorum Calls—Votes: Five yea-and-nay votes and children or sex trafficking, by a recorded vote of 388 four recorded votes developed during the proceedings ayes to 25 noes, Roll No. 91. of today and appear on pages H1287, H1287–88, Pages H1277–80, H1287–H1308, H1317–19 H1288–89, H1289, H1289–90, H1316, H1316–17, Pursuant to the Rule, it shall be in order to con- H1317–18, H1318–19. There were no quorum calls. sider as an original bill for the purpose of amend- ment under the five-minute rule the amendment in Adjournment: The House met at 10 a.m. and ad- the nature of a substitute recommended by the Com- journed at 8:02 p.m. mittee on the Judiciary now printed in the bill. Pages H1277–80 Committee Meetings Agreed to: BUSINESS MEETING Goodlatte amendment (No. 1 printed in H. Rept. Committee on Agriculture: Full Committee held a busi- 115–583) that makes technical changes to the bill, ness meeting to consider the Budget Views and Esti- adds ‘‘attempt’’ language that had been inadvertently mates Letter of the Committee on Agriculture for omitted, clarifies that only sex trafficking victims the Agencies and Programs under the Jurisdiction of may recover restitution, and permits the existing af- the Committee for Fiscal Year 2019. The Budget firmative defense to be raised in cases where a de- Views and Estimates were adopted, without amend- fendant is being prosecuted under subsection ment. 2421A(b)(1); Pages H1301–02 Jackson Lee amendment (No. 3 printed in H. TERRORISM AND IRAN: DEFENSE Rept. 115–583) that requests GAO study of: (1) CHALLENGES IN THE MIDDLE EAST civil damages claimed and awarded in civil actions Committee on Armed Services: Full Committee held a where the claimant alleges the defendant promoted hearing entitled ‘‘Terrorism and Iran: Defense Chal- or facilitated the prostitution of five or more people, lenges in the Middle East’’. Testimony was heard or acted in reckless disregard of the fact that their from General Joseph L. Votel, Commander, U.S. conduct contributed to sex trafficking, filed pursuant Central Command. to 18 USC 2421A(c); and (2) mandatory restitution requested and orders imposed by courts where a de- CBO OVERSIGHT: THE ROLE OF fendant is convicted of using or operating a facility BEHAVIORAL MODELING IN SCORING AND or means of interstate or foreign commerce with in- BASELINE CONSTRUCTION tent to promote or facilitate the prostitution of an- Committee on the Budget: Full Committee held a hear- other, promoted or facilitated the prostitution of five ing entitled ‘‘CBO Oversight: The Role of Behav- or more people, or acted in reckless disregard of the ioral Modeling in Scoring and Baseline Construc- fact that their conduct contributed to sex trafficking, tion’’. Testimony was heard from the following Con- pursuant to 18 USC 2421A(d); and Pages H1304–05 gressional Budget Office officials: Keith Hall, Direc- Mimi Walters (CA) amendment (No. 2 printed in tor; Jessica Banthin, Deputy Assistant Director for H. Rept. 115–583) that allows enforcement of Health, Retirement, and Long-Term Analysis; and criminal and civil sex trafficking laws against Jeffrey Kling, Associate Director for Economic Anal- websites that knowingly facilitate online sex traf- ysis. ficking (by a recorded vote of 308 ayes to 107 noes, A MORE EFFECTIVE AND COLLABORATIVE Roll No. 90). Pages H1302–04, H1317–18 OSHA: A VIEW FROM STAKEHOLDERS H. Res. 748, the rule providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1865) was agreed to by a recorded Committee on Education and the Workforce: Sub- vote of 235 ayes to 175 noes, Roll No. 85, after the committee on Workforce Protections held a hearing previous question was ordered by a yea-and-nay vote entitled ‘‘A More Effective and Collaborative OSHA: A View from Stakeholders’’. Testimony was heard of 228 yeas to 184 nays, Roll No. 84. Pages H1287–89 from public witnesses. Discharge Petition: Representative Thompson (CA) presented to the clerk a motion to discharge the STATE OF THE NATION’S ENERGY Committee on the Judiciary from the consideration INFRASTRUCTURE of H.R. 3464, to prohibit firearms dealers from sell- Committee on Energy and Commerce: Subcommittee on ing a firearm prior to the completion of a back- Energy held a hearing entitled ‘‘State of the Nation’s ground check (Discharge Petition No. 7). Page H1285 Energy Infrastructure’’. Testimony was heard from

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:38 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D27FE8.REC D27FEPT1 February 27, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST D201 Gary McCarthy, Mayor, Schenectady, New York; and IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SURVIVORS’ public witnesses. BILL OF RIGHTS ACT Committee on the Judiciary: Subcommittee on Crime, MONETARY POLICY AND THE STATE OF Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations THE ECONOMY held a hearing entitled ‘‘Implementation of the Sur- Committee on Financial Services: Full Committee held vivors’ Bill of Rights Act’’. Testimony was heard a hearing entitled ‘‘Monetary Policy and the State of from public witnesses. the Economy’’. Testimony was heard from Jerome H. Powell, Chairman, Board of Governors of the Federal COMPETITION IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL Reserve System. SUPPLY CHAIN: THE PROPOSED MERGER OF CVS HEALTH AND AETNA WOMEN’S ROLE IN COUNTERING Committee on the Judiciary: Subcommittee on Regu- TERRORISM latory Reform, Commercial and Antitrust Law held a hearing entitled ‘‘Competition in the Pharma- Committee on Foreign Affairs: Subcommittee on Ter- ceutical Supply Chain: the Proposed Merger of CVS rorism, Nonproliferation, and Trade held a hearing Health and Aetna’’. Testimony was heard from pub- entitled ‘‘Women’s Role in Countering Terrorism’’. lic witnesses. Testimony was heard from public witnesses. LEGISLATIVE MEASURES THE PUBLIC FACE OF TSA: EXAMINING Committee on Natural Resources: Subcommittee on THE AGENCY’S OUTREACH AND Water, Power and Oceans held a hearing on H.R. TRAVELER ENGAGEMENT EFFORTS 2947, the ‘‘Strengthening Coastal Communities Act Committee on Homeland Security: Subcommittee on of 2017’’; and H.R. 4880, to revise the boundaries Transportation and Protective Security held a hear- of certain John H. Chaffee Coastal Barrier Resources ing entitled ‘‘The Public Face of TSA: Examining System Units in Delaware. Testimony was heard the Agency’s Outreach and Traveler Engagement Ef- from Gary Frazer, Assistant Director for Ecological forts’’. Testimony was heard from Christine Griggs, Services, Fish and Wildlife Service; Philip Griffitts, Acting Assistant Administrator, Civil Rights and Commissioner, Bay County Board of County Com- Liberties, Ombudsman and Traveler Engagement, missioners, Panama City, Florida; and a public wit- Transportation Security Administration, Department ness. of Homeland Security; Stacey Fitzmaurice, Deputy Assistant Administrator, Office of Security Oper- LIQUIFIED NATURAL GAS AND U.S. ations, Transportation Security Administration, De- GEOPOLITICS partment of Homeland Security; and a public wit- Committee on Natural Resources: Subcommittee on En- ness. ergy and Mineral Resources held a hearing entitled ‘‘Liquified Natural Gas and U.S. Geopolitics’’. Testi- DOING BUSINESS WITH DHS: INDUSTRY mony was heard from public witnesses. RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE FEDERALISM IMPLICATIONS OF TREATING CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEE VETTING STATES AS STAKEHOLDERS Committee on Homeland Security: Subcommittee on Committee on Oversight and Government Reform: Full Oversight and Management Efficiency held a hearing Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘Federalism Im- entitled ‘‘Doing Business with DHS: Industry Rec- plications of Treating States as Stakeholders’’. Testi- ommendations to Improve Contractor Employee Vet- mony was heard from Gary Richard Herbert, Gov- ting’’. Testimony was heard from public witnesses. ernor, Utah; Susana Martinez, Governor, New Mex- ico; and Clement Leroy Otter, Governor, Idaho. BUSINESS MEETING Committee on House Administration: Full Committee A REVIEW OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT AND held a business meeting on Committee Resolution MISCONDUCT IN SCIENCE 115–6, Views and Estimates for Fiscal Year 2019; Committee on Science, Space, and Technology: Sub- Committee Resolution 115–7, Changes to the Con- committee on Research and Technology held a hear- gressional Member Handbook; and Committee Reso- ing entitled ‘‘A Review of Sexual Harassment and lution 115–8, Changes to the Congressional Com- Misconduct in Science’’. Testimony was heard from mittee Handbook. Committee Resolutions 115–6, Rhonda Davis, Head, Office of Diversity and Inclu- 115–7, and 115–8 were adopted, without amend- sion, National Science Foundation; and public wit- ment. nesses.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:38 Feb 28, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D27FE8.REC D27FEPT1 D202 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST February 27, 2018 OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS: HOW NEW PUBLIC LAWS EXCESSIVE LICENSING HURTS SMALL (For last listing of Public Laws, see DAILY DIGEST, p. D193) BUSINESS S. 96, to amend the Communications Act of 1934 Committee on Small Business: Subcommittee on Eco- to ensure the integrity of voice communications and nomic Growth, Tax, and Capital Access held a hear- to prevent unjust or unreasonable discrimination ing entitled ‘‘Occupational Hazards: How Excessive among areas of the United States in the delivery of Licensing Hurts Small Business’’. Testimony was such communications. Signed on February 26, 2018. heard from public witnesses. (Public Law 115–129) HOW RED TAPE AFFECTS COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR WEDNESDAY, BANKS AND CREDIT UNIONS: A GAO FEBRUARY 28, 2018 REPORT (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Committee on Small Business: Full Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘How Red Tape Affects Community Senate Banks and Credit Unions: A GAO Report’’. Testi- Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: busi- mony was heard from Michael Clements, Director, ness meeting to consider S. 1520, to expand recreational Financial Markets and Community Investment, Gov- fishing opportunities through enhanced marine fishery ernment Accountability Office. conservation and management, and the nominations of Joseph Simons, of Virginia, Noah Joshua Phillips, of Maryland, Christine S. Wilson, of Virginia, and Rohit THE STATE OF AVIATION SAFETY Chopra, of New York, each to be a Federal Trade Com- Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure: Sub- missioner, and Jeffrey DeWit, of Arizona, to be Chief Fi- committee on Aviation held a hearing entitled ‘‘The nancial Officer, National Aeronautics and Space Adminis- State of Aviation Safety’’. Testimony was heard from tration, 10 a.m., SD–106. Ali Bahrami, Associate Administrator for Aviation Committee on Energy and Natural Resources: Subcommittee on Water and Power, to hold hearings to examine S. Safety, Federal Aviation Administration; Akbar Sul- 1142, to extend the deadline for commencement of con- tan, Deputy Director of Airspace Operations and struction of certain hydroelectric projects, S. 1556, to au- Safety Programs, National Aeronautics and Space thorize the Secretary of the Interior to use designated Administration; John DeLisi, Director, Office of funding to pay for construction of authorized rural water Aviation Safety, National Transportation Safety projects, S. 2074, to establish a procedure for the convey- Board; Matthew Hampton, Assistant Inspector Gen- ance of certain Federal property around the Jamestown eral for Aviation Audits, Office of the Inspector Reservoir in the State of North Dakota, S. 2166, to General, Department of Transportation; and a public maintain annual base funding for the Upper Colorado and witness. San Juan fish recovery programs through fiscal year 2023, to require a report on the implementation of those pro- grams, and H.R. 2786, to amend the Federal Power Act BUSINESS MEETING with respect to the criteria and process to qualify as a Committee on Ways and Means: Full Committee held qualifying conduit hydropower facility, 10 a.m., SD–366. a business meeting on the Adoption of Ways and Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: busi- Means Committee Views and Estimates on the Fiscal ness meeting to consider S. 2434, to amend the Federal Year 2019 Federal Budget. The Budget Views and Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to reauthorize user fee programs relating to new animal drugs and generic new Estimates were adopted, without amendment. animal drugs, S. 292, to maximize discovery, and accel- erate development and availability, of promising child- hood cancer treatments, S. 2278, to amend the Public Joint Meetings Health Service Act to provide grants to improve health care in rural areas, and S. 1091, to establish a Federal DAV LEGISLATIVE PRESENTATION Task Force to Support Grandparents Raising Grand- Committee on Veterans’ Affairs: Senate Committee on children, 9:45 a.m., SD–430. Veterans’ Affairs concluded a joint hearing with the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs: business meeting to consider H.R. 2825, to amend the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs to examine Homeland Security Act of 2002 to make certain improve- the legislative presentation of the Disabled American ments in the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans, after receiving testimony from Delphine Homeland Security, and the nomination of Michael K. Metcalf-Foster, Disabled American Veterans, Vallejo, Atkinson, of Maryland, to be Inspector General of the In- California. telligence Community, Office of the Director of National Intelligence, 10 a.m., SD–342.

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Committee on Veterans’ Affairs: to hold a joint hearing Childhood Home Study Act’’; H.R. 4731, to extend the with the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs to exam- retained use estate for the Caneel Bay resort in St. John, ine the legislative presentation of The American Legion, United States Virgin Islands, and for other purposes; and 10 a.m., SD–G50. H.R. 5005, to direct the Secretary of the Interior to con- duct a special resource study to determine the suitability House and feasibility of establishing the birthplace of James Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on Weldon Johnson in Jacksonville, Florida, as a unit of the Health, hearing entitled ‘‘Combating the Opioid Crisis: National Park System, 2 p.m., 1324 Longworth. Helping Communities Balance Enforcement and Patient Safety’’, 1 p.m., 2123 Rayburn. Joint Meetings Committee on Foreign Affairs, Subcommittee on Africa, Joint Hearing: Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International to hold a joint hearing with the House Committee on Organizations, hearing entitled ‘‘Zimbabwe After Veterans’ Affairs to examine the legislative presentation of Mugabe’’, 2 p.m., 2172 Rayburn. The American Legion, 10 a.m., SD–G50. Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Federal Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe: to hold Lands, hearing on H.R. 1992, the ‘‘Camp Nelson Herit- hearings to examine seeking justice for and securing the age Park Study Act’’; H.R. 3008, the ‘‘George W. Bush legacy of Boris Nemtsov, 3:30 p.m., SD–138.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 12:45 p.m., Wednesday, February 28 1:30 p.m., Thursday, March 1

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Wednesday: Senate will continue consider- Program for Thursday: House will meet in Pro Forma ation of the nomination of Russell Vought, of Virginia, session at 1:30 p.m. to be Deputy Director of the Office of Management and Budget, post-cloture, and vote on confirmation of the nomination at 4:30 p.m. Following disposition of the nomination of Russell Vought, Senate will vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the nomination of A. Marvin Quattlebaum, Jr., to be United States District Judge for the District of South Carolina.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Fudge, Marcia L., Ohio, E237 Sarbanes, John P., Md., E225 Gallagher, Mike, Wisc., E237 Schakowsky, Janice D., Ill., E227 Banks, Jim, Ind., E236 Graves, Sam, Mo., E231 Sewell, Terri A., Ala., E228 Brady, Robert A., Pa., E226 Hastings, Alcee L., Fla., E233 Shimkus, John, Ill., E234 Carson, Andre´, Ind., E232 Holding, George, N.C., E229 Stefanik, Elise M., N.Y., E229, E231 Cheney, Liz, Wyo., E225, E226, E227 Hoyer, Steny H., Md., E230 Chu, Judy, Calif., E227 Lipinski, Daniel, Ill., E229 Swalwell, Eric, Calif., E235 Cook, Paul, Calif., E232 Meadows, Mark, N.C., E235 Thompson, Bennie G., Miss., E226, E230, E234, E235, Correa, J. Luis, Calif., E231 Olson, Pete, Tex., E225, E230, E231, E231, E232, E233, E236, E237 Courtney, Joe, Conn., E225 E236, E237 Torres, Norma J., Calif., E236 Davis, Rodney, Ill., E225 Panetta, Jimmy, Calif., E236 Wilson, Joe, S.C., E229 Dingell, Debbie, Mich., E232 Poe, Ted, Tex., E226, E230, E231, E233, E234, E235, E237 Young, David, Iowa, E238, E238, E238, E238, E238, E238, Duffy, Sean, P., Wisc., E225 Renacci, James B., Ohio, E228 E239, E239, E239, E239

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