E PL UR UM IB N U U S Congressional Record United States th of America PROCEEDINGS AND DEBATES OF THE 114 CONGRESS, FIRST SESSION Vol. 161 WASHINGTON, THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2015 No. 116 House of Representatives The House met at 10 a.m. and was THE JOURNAL constituent, Chaplain Lieutenant Colo- called to order by the Speaker pro tem- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The nel Brian Bohlman, as our guest chap- pore (Mr. DUNCAN of Tennessee). Chair has examined the Journal of the lain today. f last day’s proceedings and announces Chaplain Bohlman, a native of Bel to the House his approval thereof. Air, Maryland, now resides in West Co- DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- lumbia, South Carolina. Lieutenant PRO TEMPORE nal stands approved. Colonel Bohlman is a dedicated mem- The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, pursuant to ber of the South Carolina Air National fore the House the following commu- clause 1, rule I, I demand a vote on Guard. nication from the Speaker: agreeing to the Speaker’s approval of After enlisting in the Air Force in WASHINGTON, DC, the Journal. 1992, he faithfully served in the Air July 23, 2015. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Force and Air Force Reserves before I hereby appoint the Honorable JOHN J. question is on the Speaker’s approval joining the South Carolina Air Na- DUNCAN, Jr. to act as Speaker pro tempore of the Journal. tional Guard. On Active Duty, Chap- on this day. The question was taken; and the lain Bohlman provided ministry at JOHN A. BOEHNER, home and abroad during Operations Speaker of the House of Representatives. Speaker pro tempore announced that the ayes appeared to have it. Noble Eagle, Enduring Freedom, and f Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I object to Iraqi Freedom. He is the author of ‘‘So Help Me PRAYER the vote on the ground that a quorum is not present and make the point of God,’’ which is a historical review of Reverend Brian Bohlman, The Har- order that a quorum is not present. the oath of the military office, and vest Church, Lexington, South Caro- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- ‘‘For God and Country,’’ which dis- lina, offered the following prayer: ant to clause 8, rule XX, further pro- cusses the call for military chaplaincy. O God, our help in ages past and our ceedings on this question will be post- In recognition of his service and pas- hope for years to come, we assemble poned. toral care, Chaplain Bohlman was today with humility in our hearts as The point of no quorum is considered awarded the Samuel Stone Award as we ask for Your blessing upon the af- withdrawn. the Air National Guard Chaplain of the fairs of this House. Year in 2013, a well-deserved honor. f We also remember the words of Presi- Chaplain Bohlman is also the founder dent Lincoln, when he said: ‘‘I have PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE and director of Operation Thank You, a been driven many times upon my knees The SPEAKER pro tempore. Will the nonprofit dedicated to inspiring our by the overwhelming conviction that I gentleman from Michigan (Mr. TROTT) servicemembers and military families. had nowhere else to go.’’ come forward and lead the House in the As a 28-year veteran of the National So, Lord, we thank You, that when Pledge of Allegiance. Guard and grateful parent of three we lack wisdom and strength, that You Mr. TROTT led the Pledge of Alle- members currently serving in the give generously to all who ask without giance as follows: Guard, I know firsthand of Chaplain finding fault. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the Bohlman’s dedicated service. May our elected officials and leaders United States of America, and to the Repub- I am grateful to welcome Chaplain work together towards the common in- lic for which it stands, one nation under God, Brian Bohlman, his wife, Shelley, and terests of the American people. May indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. his daughter, Mary Ellen, to the Cap- they act justly, love mercy, and walk f itol today. humbly with their God. In conclusion, God bless our troops, WELCOMING CHAPLAIN BRIAN Lord, we also ask for Your protection and the may the President, by his ac- BOHLMAN over our servicemembers and families, tions, never forget September the 11th both abroad and at home. Strengthen The SPEAKER pro tempore. Without in the global war on terrorism. them when they are weary, increase objection, the gentleman from South f their power when weak. Carolina (Mr. WILSON) is recognized for Continue to bless our Nation and the 1 minute. ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER work of this House. For your honor and There was no objection. PRO TEMPORE glory, O Lord, we pray. Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Amen. Speaker, I am grateful to recognize a Chair will entertain up to five further b This symbol represents the time of day during the House proceedings, e.g., b 1407 is 2:07 p.m. Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. H5407 . VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:11 Jul 24, 2015 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23JY7.000 H23JYPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H5408 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE July 23, 2015 requests for 1-minute speeches on each Mr. JOLLY. Mr. Speaker, the House eral efforts requiring adequate and side of the aisle. will soon consider legislation to ad- clear labeling for the foods American f dress sanctuary cities, local policies families are eating. that skirt Federal policies regarding f OPPOSE THE IRAN NUCLEAR DEAL the detention of undocumented individ- (Mr. TROTT asked and was given per- uals who have broken the law, a policy FINDING A CURE FOR DIABETES mission to address the House for 1 that led recently to a terrible tragedy. (Mr. GUINTA asked and was given minute.) We should address this. It is right we permission to address the House for 1 Mr. TROTT. Mr. Speaker, this head- do so. minute and to revise and extend his re- line is dated July 21, 2025. It is what But I rise out of concern for the en- marks.) our children and grandchildren will forcement mechanism in the current Mr. GUINTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise read in the history books in 10 years. draft of the legislation. The current today on behalf of the 1.25 million ‘‘Due to Obama Agreement, Iran Devel- draft would penalize sanctuary cities American children and adults with ops Nuclear Arsenal. Rogue Nation by reducing assistance to law enforce- type 1 diabetes. Now Threatening To Strike United ment, the very men and women we rely As Members of Congress, we have the States, Destroy Israel, & Attack Other on each day to keep us safe. privilege of meeting with individuals U.S. Allies.’’ Consider the irony. To promote from our home States advocating on In addition to creating a nuclear greater public safety in law enforce- various issues. All come from different Iran, this deal will also create an arms ment, we are threatening to reduce as- backgrounds and different experiences; race. It will create a means through sistance to law enforcement, when it is however, they all have one thing in which to finance more terrorism. It commissions and councils that actu- common: they come to Washington will create more tension because we ally adopt policies regarding sanctuary looking to change our Nation. Last week, I had the honor of meet- only have ‘‘managed access inspec- cities. This is simply wrong. ing with 11-year-old Skye Archibald tions.’’ We can do better. I anticipate voting from Exeter, New Hampshire, who was What this deal will not change is for passage because we need to address in Washington as part of the Juvenile Iran’s behavior. They will continue to this issue nationally, but I ask my col- Diabetes Research Foundation’s Chil- hate us. They will continue to call for leagues today to work together. Let’s dren’s Congress. Skye was diagnosed ‘‘death to America.’’ replace this shortsighted provision that wrongfully punishes those who with type 1 diabetes at the young age This deal is a big gamble, a gamble of 9 and, since then, has been vital in the United Nations is apparently will- serve us each day on the front lines of law enforcement, men and women that, changing the stigma attached with dia- ing to take, but one that we in Con- betes, raising money to help find a gress must reject. months ago, we lauded on this House floor during Police Week for the fine cure, and advocating at both the Fed- I urge my colleagues to join me in eral and State level. In fact, her hard opposing this deal. We can never allow work they do. Let’s not reduce resources for law en- work and dedication has resulted in the this terrible headline to become a re- forcement. Let’s ensure that we are signing of a bill by New Hampshire’s ality. able to increase and continue to invest own Governor. f in local law enforcement. It is because of bright and deter- CONGRATULATING PRATT & WHIT- f mined advocates like Skye that Wash- NEY ON THEIR 90TH ANNIVER- ington can begin working better for SAFE AND ACCURATE FOOD SARY New Hampshire. And it is because of LABELING ACT OF 2015 Skye that I recently signed on to H.R.
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