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Congressional Record E PL UR M IB NU U U S 119 th CONGRESS, FIRST SESSION United States of America PROCEEDINGS AND DEBATES OF THE Vol. 171 WASHINGTON, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2025 No. 31 House of Representatives The House met at 1:30 p.m. and was Amen. OFFICE OF THE CLERK, called to order by the Speaker pro tem- HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, f Washington, DC, February 13, 2025. pore (Mr. MOORE of West Virginia). Hon. MIKE JOHNSON, f THE JOURNAL Speaker, House of Representatives, DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Washington, DC. PRO TEMPORE ant to clause 13 of rule I, the Journal of DEAR MR. SPEAKER: Pursuant to the per- the last day’s proceedings is approved. mission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- the Rules of the U.S. House of Representa- fore the House the following commu- f tives, the Clerk received the following mes- nication from the Speaker: sage from the Secretary of the Senate on PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE February 13, 2025, at 4:29 p.m.: WASHINGTON, DC, February 14, 2025. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The That the Senate passed S. 146. I hereby appoint the Honorable RILEY M. Chair will lead the House in the Pledge With best wishes, I am, MOORE to act as Speaker pro tempore on this Sincerely, of Allegiance. KEVIN F. MCCUMBER, day. The SPEAKER pro tempore led the MIKE JOHNSON, Clerk. Speaker of the House of Representatives. Pledge of Allegiance as follows: f I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the f ADJOURNMENT United States of America, and to the Repub- PRAYER lic for which it stands, one nation under God, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. ant to clause 13 of rule I, the House The Chaplain, the Reverend Margaret Grun Kibben, offered the following f stands adjourned until 1 p.m. on Tues- prayer: day, February 18, 2025. On this day, when many take time to COMMUNICATION FROM THE Thereupon (at 1 o’clock and 46 min- appreciate their loved ones and sweet- DEMOCRATIC LEADER utes p.m.), under its previous order, the hearts, may we discover that when we The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- House adjourned until Tuesday, Feb- love each other, that that love is a gift fore the House the following commu- ruary 18, 2025, at 1 p.m. from You, O Lord. We love because You nication from the Honorable HAKEEM f first loved us. JEFFRIES, Democratic Leader: PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS So whether we are on the giving or FEBRUARY 13, 2025. receiving end of cards, flowers, or Hon. MIKE JOHNSON, Under clause 2 of rule XII, public chocolates, all three or none at all, let Speaker, House of Representatives, bills and resolutions of the following us take the time to appreciate the love Washington, DC. titles were introduced and severally re- You have shown to each of us from the DEAR SPEAKER JOHNSON: Pursuant to Sec- ferred, as follows: tion 2(b)(4) of P.L. 117–140, I am pleased to beginning of our lives, a love that has By Mr. GOSAR (for himself, Mr. appoint the following members to the Com- AMODEI of Nevada, Mr. HAMADEH of enabled every one of us to receive Your mission to Study the Potential Creation of a gifts of forgiveness and mercy, hope Arizona, Mr. KENNEDY of Utah, Ms. National Museum of Asian Pacific History LEE of Nevada, Ms. MALOY, Mr. and grace. and Culture: MOORE of Utah, Mr. OWENS, and Ms. From this deep well of love we have Mr. Dennis Cheng of New York, New York TITUS): from You, may we draw cups of com- Thank you for your attention to this mat- H.R. 1362. A bill to amend the Radiation passion for one another. May we offer ter. Exposure Compensation Act to include cer- rich appreciation for those with whom Sincerely, tain communities, and for other purposes; to You have surrounded us, and may we HAKEEM JEFFRIES, the Committee on the Judiciary. Democratic Leader. By Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina (for share in the blessings we receive from Your hand with all who need to feel the f himself, Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsyl- tenderness of Your embrace. vania, and Mrs. KIGGANS of Virginia): For You, O God, have loved us with COMMUNICATION FROM THE H.R. 1363. A bill to amend title 36, United CLERK OF THE HOUSE States Code, to designate the Honor and Re- an everlasting love. You are the source member Flag created by Honor and Remem- of unfailing kindness that draws us to- The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- ber, Inc., as an official symbol to recognize ward You. fore the House the following commu- and honor members of the Armed Forces who Sure of Your love this day, we pray nication from the Clerk of the House of died in the line of duty, and for other pur- in the joy of Your name. Representatives: poses; to the Committee on the Judiciary. DMWilson on DSKJM0X7X2PROD with HOUSE 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. ® H713 Pdnted on recycled papfil. VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:27 Feb 15, 2025 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A14FE7.000 H14FEPT1  H714 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE February 14, 2025 By Mr. BARRETT (for himself and Ms. By Mr. CARTER of Louisiana (for him- veterans regarding participation in State GOODLANDER): self, Mr. HIGGINS of Louisiana, and marijuana programs; to the Committee on H.R. 1364. A bill to amend title 38, United Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi): Veterans’ Affairs. States Code, to provide clarification regard- H.R. 1374. A bill to amend the Homeland By Mrs. MILLER of West Virginia (for ing the inclusion of medically necessary Security Act of 2002 to make improvements herself and Mr. PANETTA): automobile adaptations in Department of to the Securing the Cities program, and for H.R. 1385. A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs definition of ‘‘medical serv- other purposes; to the Committee on Home- State, in consultation with the Secretary of ices’’; to the Committee on Veterans’ Af- land Security. Defense, to develop a strategy to increase fairs. By Ms. CASTOR of Florida: membership in the Comprehensive Security By Mr. WEBSTER of Florida: H.R. 1375. A bill to amend the Small Busi- Integration and Prosperity Agreement, and H.R. 1365. A bill to amend the Research and ness Act with respect to the maximum addi- for other purposes; to the Committee on For- Development, Competition, and Innovation tional loan amount for certain disaster eign Affairs. Act to place certain restrictions on members loans, and for other purposes; to the Com- By Mr. MILLS (for himself and Mr. and activities of the Foundation for Energy mittee on Small Business. MCCAUL): Security and Innovation of the Department By Mr. COSTA (for himself, Mr. H.R. 1386. A bill to establish a Department of Energy, and for other purposes; to the ALFORD, Mr. RILEY of New York, Mr. of State Domestic Protection Mission relat- Committee on Science, Space, and Tech- STAUBER, Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia, ing to unmanned aircraft system and un- nology. Mr. FINSTAD, Ms. HOULAHAN, Mr. manned aircraft; to the Committee on For- By Mr. AMODEI of Nevada (for himself FEENSTRA, and Mr. WOMACK): eign Affairs, and in addition to the Commit- and Mr. HORSFORD): H.R. 1376. A bill to amend the Animal tees on Transportation and Infrastructure, H.R. 1366. A bill to provide for the location Health Protection Act to provide compensa- the Judiciary, and Energy and Commerce, of multiple hardrock mining mill sites, to es- tion for poultry growers and layers in con- for a period to be subsequently determined tablish the Abandoned Hardrock Mine Fund, trol areas, and for other purposes; to the by the Speaker, in each case for consider- and for other purposes; to the Committee on Committee on Agriculture. ation of such provisions as fall within the ju- Natural Resources. By Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina (for risdiction of the committee concerned. By Mr. ARRINGTON (for himself, Mr. himself, Ms. ADAMS, Mr. JOHNSON of By Mr. NORMAN (for himself, Mr. ESTES, Ms. VAN DUYNE, Mr. ELLZEY, Georgia, Mr. LYNCH, and Ms. ROSS): WEBER of Texas, and Mr. SELF): Mr. SMITH of Nebraska, Mr. H.R. 1377. A bill to award a Congressional H.R. 1387. A bill to require the disclosure of FEENSTRA, Mr. WEBER of Texas, Mr. Gold Medal to Sarah Keys Evans, and for information relating to the cost of programs, YAKYM, Mr. MORAN, Mr. PALMER, Ms. other purposes; to the Committee on Finan- projects, or activities carried out using Fed- TENNEY, and Ms. FEDORCHAK): cial Services. eral funds; to the Committee on Oversight H.R. 1367. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- By Mr. ESTES (for himself and Ms. and Government Reform. enue Code of 1986 to repeal the credit for new PLASKETT): By Mr. NORMAN (for himself, Mr. H.R. 1378. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- GROTHMAN, Mr. WEBER of Texas, and clean vehicles, and for other purposes; to the enue Code of 1986 to extend the temporary Mr. SELF): Committee on Ways and Means. increase in limitation on the cover over of H.R. 1388. A bill to amend the Congres- By Mr. BEGICH (for himself, Mr. KEN- distilled spirits taxes to Puerto Rico and the sional Budget and Impoundment Control Act NEDY of Utah, and Mr. WHITESIDES): Virgin Islands; to the Committee on Ways of 1974 to provide for fair-value credit esti- H.R. 1368. A bill to provide for Department and Means. mates, and for other purposes; to the Com- of Energy and National Aeronautics and By Mr. FRY (for himself, Mr. LIEU, mittee on the Budget, and in addition to the Space Administration research and develop- Mrs. WAGNER, and Mr. GARCIA of Cali- Committee on Rules, for a period to be sub- ment coordination, and for other purposes; fornia): sequently determined by the Speaker, in to the Committee on Science, Space, and H.R. 1379. A bill to provide for the vacating each case for consideration of such provi- Technology. of certain convictions and expungement of sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the By Mr. BISHOP (for himself, Mr. AUS- certain arrests of victims of human traf- committee concerned. TIN SCOTT of Georgia, Mr. NORCROSS, ficking; to the Committee on the Judiciary. By Mr. PANETTA (for himself, Ms. Mrs. MCBATH, Ms. WILLIAMS of Geor- By Mr. GOTTHEIMER: LOFGREN, Ms. NORTON, Mr. GARCIA of gia, Mr. CARTER of Georgia, Mr. JACK, H.R. 1380. A bill to amend the Packers and California, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Ms. Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia, Mr. DOG- Stockyards Act, 1921, to establish the Office PRESSLEY, and Mr. NADLER): GETT, Ms. NORTON, Ms. WILSON of of the Special Investigator for Competition H.R. 1389. A bill to secure the rights and Florida, Ms. KELLY of Illinois, Mr. Matters, and for other purposes; to the Com- dignity of marriage for Disabled Adult Chil- KHANNA, and Mr. CLEAVER): mittee on Agriculture. dren, and for other purposes; to the Com- H.R. 1369. A bill to award posthumously a By Mrs. HOUCHIN (for herself and Mr. mittee on Ways and Means, and in addition Congressional Gold Medal to former Presi- RULLI): to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, dent Jimmy Carter in recognition of his H.R. 1381. A bill to prohibit Federal funds for a period to be subsequently determined service to the Nation; to the Committee on from being made available to entities that by the Speaker, in each case for consider- Financial Services. refuse to provide treatment based on ation of such provisions as fall within the ju- By Mr. BRECHEEN (for himself, Mr. COVID19 vaccination status; to the Com- risdiction of the committee concerned. NORMAN, and Mr. DONALDS): mittee on Energy and Commerce, and in ad- By Mr. PETERS (for himself, Mr. H.R. 1370. A bill to transfer unobligated dition to the Committee on Ways and Means, LEVIN, Mr. VARGAS, Mr. ISSA, and Ms. funds from the United States Agency for for a period to be subsequently determined JACOBS): International Development to the Disaster by the Speaker, in each case for consider- H.R. 1390. A bill to modify permitting re- Relief Fund; to the Committee on Appropria- ation of such provisions as fall within the ju- quirements with respect to the discharge of tions. risdiction of the committee concerned. any pollutant from the Point Loma Waste- By Ms. BUDZINSKI (for herself and Mr. By Mr. HUFFMAN (for himself, Mr. water Treatment Plant in certain cir- JOYCE of Ohio): MULLIN, and Mr. PANETTA): cumstances, and for other purposes; to the H.R. 1371. A bill to redesignate the third H.R. 1382. A bill to amend the Federal Committee on Transportation and Infra- Monday in February as Presidents’ Day, and Water Pollution Control Act with respect to structure. for other purposes; to the Committee on San Francisco Bay restoration, and for other By Mrs. RAMIREZ (for herself, Mr. Oversight and Government Reform. purposes; to the Committee on Transpor- TAKANO, Mr. LEVIN, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, By Mr. BURCHETT (for himself, Mr. tation and Infrastructure. Ms. BUDZINSKI, Mr. GARCÍA of Illinois, GREEN of Tennessee, Mr. By Mr. LAMALFA (for himself, Mr. Mr. FROST, and Mr. GRIJALVA): FLEISCHMANN, Mr. ROSE, Mr. COHEN, NEGUSE, Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsyl- H.R. 1391. A bill to amend title 38, United Mrs. HARSHBARGER, Mr. OGLES, Mr. vania, Ms. HOYLE of Oregon, Ms. States Code, to provide restoration of enti- DESJARLAIS, and Mr. KUSTOFF): PEREZ, Mr. BENTZ, and Mr. ZINKE): tlement to educational assistance to individ- H.R. 1372. A bill to designate the facility of H.R. 1383. A bill to extend the Secure Rural uals defrauded by educational institutions the United States Postal Service located at Schools and Community Self-Determination receiving payment on behalf of such individ- 300 Macedonia Lane in Knoxville, Tennessee, Act of 2000; to the Committee on Agri- uals under the laws administered by the Sec- as the ‘‘Reverend Harold Middlebrook Post culture, and in addition to the Committee on retary of Veterans Affairs and to provide re- Office Building’’; to the Committee on Over- Natural Resources, for a period to be subse- payment of funds to the Secretary from such DMWilson on DSKJM0X7X2PROD with HOUSE sight and Government Reform. quently determined by the Speaker, in each educational institutions, and for other pur- By Mr. BURCHETT (for himself and case for consideration of such provisions as poses; to the Committee on Veterans’ Af- Mr. COHEN): fall within the jurisdiction of the committee fairs. H.R. 1373. A bill to require certain meet- concerned. By Ms. SHERRILL: ings of the Tennessee Valley Authority to be By Mr. MAST: H.R. 1392. A bill to provide funding to the transparent and open to the public, and for H.R. 1384. A bill to authorize Department Bureau of Prisons, States, and localities to other purposes; to the Committee on Trans- of Veterans Affairs health care providers to carry out mental health screenings and pro- portation and Infrastructure. provide recommendations and opinions to vide referrals to mental healthcare providers VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:03 Feb 15, 2025 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\L14FE7.100 H14FEPT1  February 14, 2025 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H715 for individuals in prison or jail; to the Com- Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina: mittee on the Judiciary. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1377. By Mr. STANTON (for himself and Mr. Article I, Section 8 Congress has the power to enact this legis- LAMALFA): By Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina: lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1393. A bill to direct the Adminis- H.R. 1363. Article I, Section 8, Clause 18. trator of the Federal Emergency Manage- Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. ESTES: ment Agency to conduct a review of the cri- lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1378. teria for evaluating the cost-effectiveness of Article I, Section 8, Clause 18. Congress has the power to enact this legis- certain mitigation projects, and for other By Mr. BARRETT: lation pursuant to the following: purposes; to the Committee on Transpor- H.R. 1364. Article I, Section 8, Clause 1: The Congress tation and Infrastructure. Congress has the power to enact this legis- shall have Power To lay and collect Taxes, By Mr. STEIL (for himself and Mr. lation pursuant to the following: Duties, Imposts and Excises, to pay the COSTA): Article 1, Section 8 Debts and provide for the common Defence H.R. 1394. A bill to amend the Federal By Mr. WEBSTER of Florida: and general Welfare of the United States; but Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to define the H.R. 1365. all Duties, Imposts and Excises shall be uni- term natural cheese; to the Committee on Congress has the power to enact this legis- form throughout the United States; Energy and Commerce. lation pursuant to the following: By Mr. FRY: Article I, Section 8 H.R. 1379. By Ms. TENNEY: H.R. 1395. A bill to amend title 5, United By Mr. AMODEI of Nevada: Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1366. lation pursuant to the following: States Code, to designate Trump’s Birthday Congress has the power to enact this legis- Article 1, Section 8 of the US Constitution and Flag Day as a legal public holiday; to lation pursuant to the following: By Mr. GOTTHEIMER: the Committee on Oversight and Govern- The constitutional authority on which this H.R. 1380. ment Reform. bill rests is the power of Congress to make Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Ms. TENNEY: all rules and regulations respecting property lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1396. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- belonging to the United States under Article Article I Section 8 enue Code of 1986 to establish the generic IV, Section 3, Clause 2. By Mrs. HOUCHIN: drugs and biosimilars production credit, and By Mr. ARRINGTON: H.R. 1381. for other purposes; to the Committee on H.R. 1367. Congress has the power to enact this legis- Ways and Means. Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: By Mr. BACON: lation pursuant to the following: Article 1 Section 8 H. Con. Res. 13. Concurrent resolution pro- Article I Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution By Mr. HUFFMAN: viding that George Washington’s ‘‘Farewell By Mr. BEGICH: H.R. 1382. Address’’ shall be read at the beginning of H.R. 1368. Congress has the power to enact this legis- each Congress; to the Committee on Rules. Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: By Mr. DONALDS (for himself, Mr. lation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 CARSON, Mr. HORSFORD, Mr. HUNT, Among other powers, those vested in Con- By Mr. LAMALFA: and Mr. OWENS): gress pursuant to Article I, Section 8 to: Pro- H.R. 1383. H. Res. 137. A resolution designating the vide for the. common defense and general Congress has the power to enact this legis- House Press Gallery, Rooms H-315, H-316, H- welfare of the United States; Regulate com- lation pursuant to the following: 317, H-318, and H-319 in the United States merce, and Make all laws which shall be nec- Article I, Section 8 Capitol, as the ‘‘Frederick Douglass Press essary and proper for carrying Into execu- By Mr. MAST: Gallery’’; to the Committee on Transpor- tion Congress’s other powers as provided H.R. 1384. tation and Infrastructure. under that Article. Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. MAST: By Mr. BISHOP: lation pursuant to the following: H. Res. 138. A resolution providing H.R. 1369. Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 amounts for the expenses of the Committee Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mrs. MILLER of West Virginia: on Foreign Affairs in the One Hundred Nine- lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1385. teenth Congress; to the Committee on House U.S. Const. art. 1, § 8, cls. 1, 3, 5, 13, 18 Congress has the power to enact this legis- Administration. By Mr. BRECHEEN: lation pursuant to the following: By Ms. TENNEY (for herself, Mr. H.R. 1370. Article I, Section 8 GOTTHEIMER, Mr. WEBER of Texas, Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. MILLS: Mr. LAMALFA, and Mr. WILSON of lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1386. South Carolina): Article 1, Section 8. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H. Res. 139. A resolution calling on the By Ms. BUDZINSKI: lation pursuant to the following: United Kingdom, France, and Germany (E3) H.R. 1371. Article I, Section 8 to initiate the snapback of sanctions on Iran Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. NORMAN: under United Nations Security Council Reso- lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1387. lution 2231 (2015); to the Committee on For- Article 1 Section 8 Congress has the power to enact this legis- eign Affairs. By Mr. BURCHETT: lation pursuant to the following: By Mr. WALBERG (for himself and Mr. H.R. 1372. To require the disclosure of information SCOTT of Virginia): Congress has the power to enact this legis- related to the cost of programs, projects, or H. Res. 140. A resolution providing lation pursuant to the following: activities carried out using federal funds. amounts for the expenses of the Committee Article 1, Section 8 By Mr. NORMAN: on Education and Workforce in the One Hun- By Mr. BURCHETT: H.R. 1388. dred Nineteenth Congress; to the Committee H.R. 1373. Congress has the power to enact this legis- on House Administration. Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: By Mr. WILLIAMS of Texas (for him- lation pursuant to the following: To ammend the Congressional Budget and self and Ms. VELÁZQUEZ): Article 1, Section 8 Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to provide H. Res. 141. A resolution providing By Mr. CARTER of Louisiana: for fair-value credit estimates, and for other amounts for the expenses of the Committee H.R. 1374. purposes. on Small Business in the One Hundred Nine- Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. PANETTA: teenth Congress; to the Committee on House lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1389. Administration. Article 1, section 8 Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Ms. CASTOR of Florida: lation pursuant to the following: f H.R. 1375. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18 CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. PETERS: STATEMENT lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1390. Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 of the Con- Congress has the power to enact this legis- Pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII of stitution provides Congress with the author- lation pursuant to the following: the Rules of the House of Representa- ity to ‘‘provide for the common Defense and Article 1, Section 8 DMWilson on DSKJM0X7X2PROD with HOUSE tives, the following statements are sub- general Welfare’’ of Americans. By Mrs. RAMIREZ: mitted regarding the specific powers By Mr. COSTA: H.R. 1391. granted to Congress in the Constitu- H.R. 1376. Congress has the power to enact this legis- Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: tion to enact the accompanying bill or lation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution of joint resolution. This bill is enacted pursuant to the power the United States By Mr. GOSAR: granted to Congress under Article I, Section By Ms. SHERRILL: H.R. 1362. 8, Clause 3 of the United States Constitution. H.R. 1392. VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:03 Feb 15, 2025 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\L14FE7.100 H14FEPT1  H716 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE February 14, 2025 Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 649: Mr. MOYLAN and Mr. YAKYM. PETERS, Mrs. MCBATH, Ms. SCHOLTEN, Mr. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 703: Mr. MANN, Mr. SIMPSON, and Mr. LALOTA, Mr. VEASEY, Ms. SCHRIER, Mr. Clause 18 of Section 8 of Article 1 of the ADERHOLT. GOODEN, Mr. FOSTER, Ms. PEREZ, Mr. CLINE, Constitution of the United States of America H.R. 733: Mr. GOTTHEIMER. Mr. STEIL, and Ms. BROWNLEY. By Mr. STANTON: H.R. 742: Mr. VAN DREW, Mr. ROUZER, and H.R. 1158: Mr. VEASEY. H.R. 1393. Mr. MILLS. H.R. 1165: Mr. NEHLS. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 758: Ms. TLAIB. H.R. 1177: Mrs. MILLER of West Virginia. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 778: Mr. VAN DREW. H.R. 1195: Mr. LANGWORTHY and Mr. WEBER Article I H.R. 811: Mr. NADLER. of Texas. By Mr. STEIL: H.R. 833: Mr. STAUBER. H.R. 1222: Mr. GOLDMAN of Texas and Mr. H.R. 1394. H.R. 842: Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania, Mr. GOODEN. Congress has the power to enact this legis- DELUZIO, Ms. CLARKE of New York, Mrs. FISCHBACH, Mr. CASTRO of Texas, Mr. H.R. 1232: Mr. MILLS and Mr. GRIFFITH. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1266: Ms. SALINAS, Ms. LEE of Florida, Article 1, Section 8 of the United States MOOLENAAR, Ms. UNDERWOOD, Mr. ZINKE, Mrs. BEATTY, Mr. HIGGINS of Louisiana, and Mr. WITTMAN, Mr. MANN, and Mr. SOTO. Constitution. H.R. 1277: Ms. MCCLELLAN. By Ms. TENNEY: Mr. SOTO. H.R. 849: Mr. PALMER. H.R. 1284: Mr. GOODEN and Mr. ALFORD. H.R. 1395. H.R. 1286: Mr. MEUSER. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 858: Mrs. MILLER of West Virginia. H.R. 879: Mr. BERGMAN, Mr. HIMES, Mr. H.R. 1296: Mr. FIELDS. lation pursuant to the following: POCAN, Mr. CORREA, Mr. NEGUSE, and Mrs. H.R. 1317: Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Article I FLETCHER. H.R. 1321: Mr. HIMES, Ms. TLAIB, Mr. By Ms. TENNEY: H.R. 904: Mr. MASSIE. VARGAS, Ms. JACOBS, and Mr. LYNCH. H.R. 1396. H.R. 909: Ms. BROWNLEY and Ms. NORTON. H.R. 1322: Mr. VASQUEZ. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 976: Mr. SMITH of Nebraska and Mr. H.R. 1323: Mr. VASQUEZ. lation pursuant to the following: CLOUD. H.R. 1324: Mr. VASQUEZ. Article I H.R. 989: Mr. MENENDEZ and Mr. H.R. 1329: Mr. AMO and Mr. SORENSEN. f LANDSMAN. H.R. 1330: Mr. CASTRO of Texas. H.R. 1004: Mr. MOULTON, Mr. LARSON of H.R. 1345: Mr. MASSIE, Mr. BRECHEEN, and ADDITIONAL SPONSORS Connecticut, and Mr. MRVAN. Mr. STUTZMAN. Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors H.R. 1005: Mr. TAYLOR. H.R. 1346: Mr. JACK, Mr. CAREY, Mr. CAR- were added to public bills and resolu- H.R. 1007: Mr. HUIZENGA and Mr. SHREVE. TER of Georgia, and Mr. GRAVES. H.R. 1015: Mr. BIGGS of Arizona. tions, as follows: H.R. 1028: Mr. BILIRAKIS. H.R. 1349: Mrs. BIGGS of South Carolina and H.R.22: Mr. MCGUIRE. Mr. BILIRAKIS. H.R. 1035: Mr. MENENDEZ. H.R.25: Mr. COLLINS. H.R. 1041: Mr. MURPHY. H.R. 1359: Mrs. FOUSHEE. H.R.71: Mr. HARRIS of North Carolina. H.R. 1052: Mr. MILLS. H.R. 1361: Mr. STEUBE. H.R.97: Ms. BOEBERT. H.R. 1125: Mr. TAYLOR. H.J. Res. 28: Mr. TURNER of Ohio and Mr. H.R.139: Mr. MILLS. H.R. 1134: Mr. HAMADEH of Arizona. MURPHY. H.R.309: Mr. BAIRD. H.R. 1144: Mr. JACK and Mr. CUELLAR. H.J. Res. 35: Mr. ALLEN and Mr. GROTHMAN. H.R.377: Mr. VAN DREW. H.R. 1145: Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia, Mr. H. Res. 70: Mr. CROW and Ms. BARRAGÁN. H.R.433: Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia and Ms. CARSON, and Mr. LANDSMAN. H. Res. 94: Ms. CHU and Mr. FROST. STRICKLAND. H.R. 1151: Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania, H. Res. 116: Mr. COSTA. H.R. 507: Mr. MILLS. Mr. MOORE of Utah, Mr. MEUSER, Mr. H. Res. 136: Mr. LAMALFA. DMWilson on DSKJM0X7X2PROD with HOUSE VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:03 Feb 15, 2025 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A14FE7.008 H14FEPT1  Congressional Record E PL UR M IB NU U U S 119 th CONGRESS, FIRST SESSION United States of America PROCEEDINGS AND DEBATES OF THE Vol. 171 WASHINGTON, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2025 No. 31 Senate The Senate met at 9 and 2 seconds ADJOURNMENT UNTIL TUESDAY, adjourned until 3 p.m. on Tuesday, a.m. and was called to order by the FEBRUARY 18, 2025, AT 3 P.M. February 18, 2025. President pro tempore (Mr. GRASSLEY). Thereupon, the Senate, at 9 and 18 The PRESIDENT pro tempore. Under seconds a.m., adjourned until Tuesday, the previous order, the Senate stands February 18, 2025, at 3 p.m. DMWilson on DSKJM0X7X2PROD with SENATE ∑ This ‘‘bullet’’ symbol identifies statements or insertions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor. ® S993 Pdnted on recycled papfil. VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:53 Feb 15, 2025 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A14FE6.000 S14FEPT1  February 14, 2025 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E129 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR Speaker, before our president gives him the achievements, highlights his talent and appre- INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT power to do that, I would ask Musk and Presi- ciation for the people and traditions that (USAID) dent Trump to get on their private jets or get shaped his journey in the world of music. on Air Force One. I urge them to go to one of I congratulate Thomas on his victory. I thank HON. JOHN GARAMENDI the famine camps in southern Sudan and hold him for inspiring young musicians not only OF CALIFORNIA a starving child in their arms. I urge Musk and across our community, but the entire Lone Trump to look at the extended belly, the va- Star State. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cant stare, look at this child who cannot even f Friday, February 14, 2025 to hold up their own head up and know that HONORING CORPORAL STEVEN Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, we now the American people have developed an CROWLEY’S SERVICE AND SAC- know what a $280 million investment in the emergency supplemental food program that RIFICE presidential campaign will give you—the op- can revive that child. And then and only then portunity to totally destroy one of America’s can they both come back and decide whether most important soft power institutions, that is to put USAID into the wood chopper. HON. THOMAS R. SUOZZI OF NEW YORK the United States Agency for International De- If Musk or President Trump have just a velopment. modicum of humanity or any sense of com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES What has happened over the last 17 days is passion, they would never ever have taken Friday, February 14, 2025 an extraordinary display of contempt for the USAID and destroyed it. Mr. Speaker if Presi- Mr. SUOZZI. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to American government. If you think about this dent Trump and Musk had any sense that honor the extraordinary sacrifice of Corporal in totality, right off the start, all federal funding both of their actions are doing to the thou- Steven Crowley, a United States Marine who, stopped. What does that mean to the pro- sands, indeed, millions of people around the at the cost of his own life, valiantly safe- grams that Americans depend upon? Pro- world they both would decide to reverse what guarded nearly 100 employees of the U.S. grams that gave people access to health care, they are both are doing to USAID. Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Novem- education, programs that funded valuable There are other programs that are out there, ber 21, 1979. His legacy stands as a testa- medical research and infrastructure programs. and we will be talking about those programs. ment to the highest ideals of duty, courage, For what purpose was that done? Perhaps to The Department of Education, labor depart- and selfless devotion to our Nation. set up the next step, which is the dismantling ment, giving the richest man in the world the Born on March 27, 1959, Corporal Crowley of extraordinarily important programs. keys to the U.S. Treasury? What is going on was raised in Port Jefferson Station, New For me and for my wife, more than almost here? What information has been gathered? York, alongside his four brothers and three 58 years ago, we participated in a USAID pro- Where did that information go? What will it be sisters. From an early age, his character and gram which at that time was just four years used for? Who owns that information now, the integrity were evident to all who knew him. old. Set up by then-President Kennedy. We U.S. Government or Elon Musk? These are Those in his community recognized in him a volunteered for a vaccination program. An ef- serious questions that my colleagues and I will rare and noble spirit—one defined by kind- fort created by the United Nations funded by continue to raise. ness, strength, and an unwavering commit- the American government, through USAID, to f ment to others. Eileen Carlson, the mother of eradicate smallpox. We spent a month in rural his best friend, recalled him as the ‘‘neighbor- Ethiopia doing vaccinations. Then as our life HONORING TEXAS–24 HOMETOWN hood son,’’ and his older brother Richard de- moved on, we continued working to provide HERO THOMAS PASKVAN scribed him simply as ‘‘an excellent person.’’ A the necessary services so that people could gifted athlete, he excelled in cross-country survive. HON. BETH VAN DUYNE running at Comsewogue High School, dem- The Food for Peace program, my wife Patti OF TEXAS onstrating the same perseverance that would actually ran that when she was at USDA as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES later define his service in uniform. an assistant administrator. The famine camps, In 1977, Corporal Crowley answered the call we were there. We saw the children that were Friday, February 14, 2025 to serve, enlisting in the United States Marine dying of starvation, and we saw when the Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to Corps. He completed Marine Corps Recruit American grain finally arrived. I remember honor our Texas–24 Hometown Hero, 17-year- Training, earning the coveted title of Marine, clearly one evening at the famine camp in old Thomas Paskvan from Southlake. Thomas and after two years stationed at Camp Ethiopia in the mid 1980’s, a woman literally in achieved remarkable success in the world of Lejeune, North Carolina, he was selected for rags picking up individual grains of wheat that fiddling, securing another first-place victory at the prestigious Marine Security Guard pro- had spilled from the bags. She was trying to the 2025 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo gram, ultimately being assigned to the U.S. fill a cup so that there would be enough food Fiddle Showdown. He began his musical jour- Embassy in Islamabad. that she could take back to her children. They ney at the age of three with the violin, switch- On November 21, 1979, disinformation re- died that night of starvation. ing to the fiddle 10 years ago and immersing garding U.S. involvement in the siege of the The richest man in the world invested over himself in the vibrant world of country tunes. Grand Mosque of Mecca sparked a violent up- $250 million in a presidential campaign, and His dedication paid off when he took home a rising outside the embassy. As the situation he was given the keys to the American gov- $2,500 scholarship, a coveted belt buckle, and escalated into an uncontrollable mob, Corporal ernment and the opportunity to destroy things an invitation to a one-day master class at the Crowley remained at his post, steadfast in his that he didn’t like. USAID is not only providing Texas Fiddle Clinic. duty. As waves of rioters arrived—hurling the necessary food to allow people to continue The competition offers a platform for young stones, scaling walls, and ultimately breaching to live, but also to thrive. Programs, agricul- fiddlers to showcase their talents while keep- the compound—he did not waver. The mob, tural programs, economic development pro- ing the tradition of Texas fiddling alive. Con- armed and growing in number, launched direct grams around the world. People that didn’t testants are required to prepare a mix of fast- assaults, set fire to embassy buildings, and have the opportunity were given it and they paced breakdowns, waltzes, and a tune of pressed forward with deadly intent. Yet, in the were given this opportunity by the generosity their choosing, demonstrating their versatility face of overwhelming chaos, Corporal Crowley of the American people. and musical prowess. stood resolute, holding his post until he was DMWilson on DSKJM0X7X2PROD with REMARKS So, Mr. Speaker, what we have is here is a Beyond his accolades, Thomas finds value tragically struck by sniper fire. billionaire Elon Musk, who has the greatest in the camaraderie and relaxed atmosphere of Because of his unwavering bravery, the em- wealth of any individual in the world, who the competition that allows contestants to con- bassy employees were able to reach safety. seems to think he has the right to destroy nect and enjoy the experience together. This For his valor, Corporal Crowley was post- people’s lives. Before Musk does this, Mr. sense of community, alongside his musical humously awarded the Bronze Star Medal and ∑ This ‘‘bullet’’ symbol identifies statements or insertions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor. Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:32 Feb 15, 2025 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A14FE8.001 E14FEPT1  E130 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 14, 2025 Purple Heart. He now rests among America’s A fourth-generation Arizonan, Phil was born HONORING TEXAS–24 HOMETOWN heroes at Arlington National Cemetery. in Mesa, Arizona, on February 17, 1951, to Al- HERO ANIRUDH MAZUMDER Though 45 years have passed since that bert ‘‘Beto’’ & Margaret ‘‘Maggie’’ Austin, who fateful day, his memory endures. His name devoted their lives to operating Albert’s Mar- HON. BETH VAN DUYNE and sacrifice have been immortalized: in 2006, ket. From a young age, Beto and Maggie in- OF TEXAS the Marine Corps Embassy Security Group stilled in him and his six siblings the value of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dedicated a classroom in his honor; in 2009, service and hard work. Steven J. Crowley Memorial Park was un- Friday, February 14, 2025 veiled in the Town of Brookhaven, New York; After graduating from Brophy College Pre- Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to and in 2023, the Marine Corps Embassy Se- paratory in 1969, Phil continued his studies at honor our Texas–24 Hometown Hero, Texas curity Group renamed its student barracks in Santa Clara University and the University of Academy of Mathematics and Science senior, tribute to his legacy. California, Berkeley School of Law, where his Anirudh Mazumder. Anirudh’s desire to serve Today, I urge my colleagues to reflect on passion for civil rights was ignited. Phil often others began in childhood, inspired by sum- the magnitude of his sacrifice. On behalf of a reminisced about his days as a student activ- mers spent with his grandparents, where he grateful community and a grateful Nation, we ist, specifically recalling his arrest for joining a learned the power of community involvement. offer our deepest respect and gratitude to Cor- ‘‘sit-in’’ protest over the firing of Latino faculty. This early influence motivated him to work to- poral Steven Crowley. May his courage and ward unlocking the potential of our North His lifelong pursuit of justice continued back dedication never be forgotten. Texas community, including through partici- in Arizona where Phil served as Assistant At- f pating in our Congressional Youth Advisory torney General and Chief Counsel for the Ari- Council. HONORING TEXAS–24 HOMETOWN zona Attorney General Civil Rights Division for After witnessing a family member’s struggle HERO JOE DEPINTO sixteen years. His service at the Attorney Gen- to find a kidney donor, Anirudh co-founded eral’s office was instrumental in the passage KidneyChain LLC to address the inefficiencies HON. BETH VAN DUYNE of Arizona’s first fair housing legislation, anti- in organ matching, aiming to save lives by OF TEXAS discrimination laws for the elderly and dis- preventing organ waste, and he currently IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES abled, and initiatives fostering the develop- serves on the National Kidney Association’s ment of dispute resolution and mediation pro- Advisory Committee. Anirudh later participated Friday, February 14, 2025 grams throughout the state of Arizona. in the Colleyville Chamber of Commerce’s Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to Youth Leadership Program, where he noticed honor our Texas–24 Hometown Hero, Joe Known by then as ‘‘Mr. Mesa,’’ his pas- a decline in youth volunteerism, prompting him DePinto. Joe has made a profound impact on sionate advocacy for the Latino community to launch his ‘‘Rise and Serve’’ initiative that North Texas through his leadership in busi- prompted him to establish the East Valley His- has engaged nearly 100 young North Texans. ness and community service. A graduate of panic Chamber of Commerce, equipping inno- To help build excitement and interest in public the United States Military Academy at West vative Hispanic entrepreneurs with the con- service, Anirudh created a website and Point, his career has been guided by his early fidence and resources to achieve their highest podcast series featuring local leaders to show- lessons of discipline, strategy, and teamwork. aspirations. case service opportunities and highlight suc- After serving as an officer in the U.S. In 1994, he opened his own legal practice in cess stories. Army’s Field Artillery branch, Joe transitioned downtown Mesa, where he practiced trans- I thank Anirudh for his dedication to engag- to the corporate world. As the CEO of Irving- actional, employment, civil rights, and fair ing North Texans in public service. Our com- based 7–Eleven, he led the company to housing law. Phil was a dedicated public serv- munity’s future looks brighter than ever thanks achieve unprecedented growth and mod- to young leaders like him. ant and a beacon of hope for immigrants. He ernization, driving job creation and economic f would donate space in his law firm to development in North Texas. Beyond his corporate success, Joe has strategize and combat harsh and damaging CAREER AND TECHNICAL been a strong and consistent advocate for anti-immigrant policies like SB1070—a law EDUCATION America’s military families, veterans, and edu- that devastated many Latino families in Ari- cation. His leadership talents aren’t limited to zona. Phil also played a key role in estab- HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS corporate boardrooms—Joe has held key lishing the Alston House Center for Peace and OF FLORIDA roles with organizations like the Johnny Mac Justice, a community hub for services and so- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Soldiers Fund and the Global War on Ter- cial justice initiatives. These efforts led him to Friday, February 14, 2025 rorism Memorial Foundation, working to im- also establish the Latino PAC del Rio Salado, prove the lives of many. In recognition of his giving a platform to bright and aspiring Latino Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, the Hernando selfless personal sacrifices and unwavering elected officials. County School District has long been com- commitment to supporting our military and vet- mitted to providing high-quality education that Phil devoted his life to forging a stronger prepares students for success in both aca- erans, Joe recently received the Sam Johnson path forward for our state, earning him count- demic and career pursuits. The district be- Defender of Freedom Award. Joe’s contributions reflect the values of less awards and recognitions, including the lieves in the power of Career and Technical service and leadership that make our North Phoenix Jaycee’s Three Outstanding Young Education (CTE) to support students in Texas community so special. Whether through Men Award, Valle de Sol’s Exemplary Leader- achieving economic independence and con- corporate initiatives or personal advocacy, Joe ship Award, and the NAACP’s Roy Wilkens tribute meaningfully to the community. continues to set an example of how business Award. Phil donated his time often, sitting on For its more than 23,000 students, the leaders can drive positive change. several state and local advisory boards. He Hernando County School District offers a wide f founded the Mesa Association of Hispanic Citi- variety of CTE programs across 14 of the 16 zens, the Albert D. Austin, Jr. Memorial Schol- career clusters identified by the Florida De- HONORING PHILLIP AUSTIN arship Fund, the Albert D. Austin Mariachi partment of Education. These programs pro- Academy to empower young people through vide students with a comprehensive education HON. GREG STANTON music education and cultural enrichment, and focused on technical, ‘‘soft’’ and industry spe- OF ARIZONA the EVHCC’s STEAM Scholars program. Ari- cific skills in fields ranging from Healthcare, In- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES zona owes a debt of gratitude to Phil. formation Technology, and Agriculture to Skilled Trades and Entrepreneurship. More DMWilson on DSKJM0X7X2PROD with REMARKS Friday, February 14, 2025 Phil will be remembered for his tender- than 86 percent of Hernando School’s grad- Mr. STANTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to cele- hearted nature and being a loving friend, uating seniors have participated in CTE pro- brate the life and legacy of Phillip Austin, who brother, father, husband, and Tata. He is sur- grams, underscoring the district’s commitment passed away on December 20, 2024, at the vived by his beloved wife, Christy, and his be- to introducing and expanding access to these age of 73 years old. An Arizona trailblazer and loved children Lela, Lt. Colonel Phillip A. Aus- rich and experiential courses that will inform a champion for the Latino community, Phil will tin, Angelo Austin, State Representative students long after graduation. continue to live on through the countless lives Lorena Austin, and his beautiful grandchildren. A fundamental component of the growth and he positively impacted. I thank him. Godspeed. popularity of CTE in the school district is the VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:32 Feb 15, 2025 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A14FE8.003 E14FEPT1  February 14, 2025 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E131 collaboration between the school district, local robes. Dr. Sharma aims to mentor students Dr. Tim Tooten was a man who wore many industries, governing agencies and workforce and give back to our community. hats. He was passionate about education, pro- leaders. This partnership ensures there is Dr. Sharma’s determination in the pursuit of viding mentorship to young Black men at alignment between the needs of employers knowledge is an inspiration to North Texans Perry Hall High School and dispensing wis- and industry leaders to the school districts and I congratulate him on his incredible dom in his broadcasting classes at Loyola Uni- CTE program, strengthening the talent pipeline achievement. versity Maryland. He furthered his own edu- and highlighting employment opportunities f cation, earning degrees in theology and min- within the community. As an example, istry while working full time and raising a fam- Hernando Schools was an early adopter of the TRIBUTE TO A BALTIMORE TV ily. Space Academy initiative led by Space Flor- ICON: THE LATE REVEREND DR. Rev. Dr. Tooten organized his own church, ida. As an advocate for this exciting and novel TIMOTHY LAMAR TOOTEN, SR. Harvest Christian Ministries, and devoted him-