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witnessing the pennsylvania canal extension, and welcoming the railroad years later. to celebrate this momentous anniversary, they will celebrate in style with a parade and various speakers to mark the occasion. it is a small but mighty municipality. based on the last census, the population is 344 residing in 219 houses. it is our small towns that make our district, commonwealth, and country so great. they are enthusiasm to share their history allows us to keep telling stories of our past. congratulations to applewold on this anniversary. thank you. i yield back the balance of my time. the speaker pro tempore: for what purpose does the gentleman from new york seek recognition? >> madam speaker, i seek unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. >> thank you, madam speaker. mr. kennedy: i rise today in celebration of the national lacrosse league's buffalo bandits who just won their second league championship in a reover the weekend -- in a ro
witnessing the pennsylvania canal extension, and welcoming the railroad years later. to celebrate this momentous anniversary, they will celebrate in style with a parade and various speakers to mark the occasion. it is a small but mighty municipality. based on the last census, the population is 344 residing in 219 houses. it is our small towns that make our district, commonwealth, and country so great. they are enthusiasm to share their history allows us to keep telling stories of our past....
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i recognize the gentlewoman from pennsylvania. >> thank you. you know, we keep being presented by a false choice here.■. environmentally responsible and having economic opportunity and that's just not true. we can do both.nimous consent to insert into the record a letter from nearly 50 organizations in opposition to h.r. 7023. the speaker prtempore: wit■■/ho objection. ms. scanlon: they write, this bill contains several misguided attacks on clean water and the clean water act, puts polluter profits ahead of public health, and would jeopardize the waters that our families, communities and wildlife depend on. h.r. 7023 is clely not the answer. i would also seek unanimous consent to enter into the record a letter signed by over 50 conservation, climate and public la organizations strongly opposing h.r. 6009. the speaker pro tempore: without objection. ms. scanlon: this letter reads in part, and i quote, this circd undermines the administrative process, ignores significant public input across the west, and halts a long overdue update to the f
i recognize the gentlewoman from pennsylvania. >> thank you. you know, we keep being presented by a false choice here.■. environmentally responsible and having economic opportunity and that's just not true. we can do both.nimous consent to insert into the record a letter from nearly 50 organizations in opposition to h.r. 7023. the speaker prtempore: wit■■/ho objection. ms. scanlon: they write, this bill contains several misguided attacks on clean water and the clean water act, puts...
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the gentleman from pennsylvania is recognized. mr. russen that willer: thank you, mr. speaker. in recent days far left activists have chant debt to america and debt to israel. mr. reschenthaler: cheers broke out when iran started attacking zag did you recall a meeting about the upcoming d.n.c. convention. just think about that for a moment. this isn't your grandfather's democratic party. in the three months following the october 7 attack, there has been an increase of 360% of antisemitic incidents in this country. it was reported earlier this year that there was an exodus of jewish families leaving oakland, california, because the antisemitic radicalization of the teachers union in that city. this isn't 1930's nazi germany. this is 21st century california, where we're seeing this happen. but if you doubt me, just listen to the leaders of the democratic party. here's representative rashida tlaib, who said, "privilege are the sea is an aspiration call for freedom, human rights and peaceful coexistence, not death, destruction or hate." t
the gentleman from pennsylvania is recognized. mr. russen that willer: thank you, mr. speaker. in recent days far left activists have chant debt to america and debt to israel. mr. reschenthaler: cheers broke out when iran started attacking zag did you recall a meeting about the upcoming d.n.c. convention. just think about that for a moment. this isn't your grandfather's democratic party. in the three months following the october 7 attack, there has been an increase of 360% of antisemitic...
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perry of pennsylvania. the chair: pursuant to house resolution 1071, the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. perry and a member opposed each will have control of five minutes. the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania. mr. perry: thank you, mr. speaker. i yield myself such time as i may consume. the chair: the gentleman is recognized. mr. perry: thank you, mr. speaker. i'm pleased to offer this bipartisan amendment to the bill h.r. 6276, with my friend, representative auchincloss from massachusetts. this makes two clarifying changes to the bill, ensuring the legislation collects occupancy data in a way that better encompasses all federal workers, wherever they're working, and protects the privacy of those workers. this amendment updates the definition of occupancy in the bill from the total number of employees performing duties in person over a five-day workweek to the number of employees doing so over a 40-hour workweek. ensuring that occupancy calculations can more comprehensively account for all
perry of pennsylvania. the chair: pursuant to house resolution 1071, the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. perry and a member opposed each will have control of five minutes. the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania. mr. perry: thank you, mr. speaker. i yield myself such time as i may consume. the chair: the gentleman is recognized. mr. perry: thank you, mr. speaker. i'm pleased to offer this bipartisan amendment to the bill h.r. 6276, with my friend, representative auchincloss from...
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that have been seized in pennsylvania during arrests in 2023. the facts of this report a shocking. showing that over 240 pounds of fentanyl were seized in the past year compared to 35 pounds of heroin. these statistics represent a dangerous new reality for our communities. that fentanyl and its analogs, which can be fatal in incredibly small doses, are credible accessible and widespread throughout the state right now lives are at stake as this poison continues■0 to permeate into the united statesl and southwestern pennsylvania, i have heard from coroners who tell me these drugs are very easy to get and very fast to kill. it's time for the senate to immediately take up the halt fentanyl act and permanently classify these drugs as schedule 1 car nottics and create strict penalties for the cartels and dealers that traffic them. we cannot afford to stand by as our constituents are killed by fentanyl poisonings. thank you, mr. speaker. i yield. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman yields back the balance of his time. the gentleman from recognizes
that have been seized in pennsylvania during arrests in 2023. the facts of this report a shocking. showing that over 240 pounds of fentanyl were seized in the past year compared to 35 pounds of heroin. these statistics represent a dangerous new reality for our communities. that fentanyl and its analogs, which can be fatal in incredibly small doses, are credible accessible and widespread throughout the state right now lives are at stake as this poison continues■0 to permeate into the united...
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the gentleman from pennsylvania is recognized. mr. perry: i yield myself such time as i may consume and i thank the gentlelady for her kind work on this effort. in closing, h.r. 6277 makes improvements to theuthorities of the public buildings reform board or the prb -- pbrb established by the federal asset, sale and transfer act, to increase the number of federal properties the board be recommend -- recommend be sold or dedevelopment -- redeveloped. for allowing more properties, h.r. 6277 will ultimately reduce the cost of our federal real esta
the gentleman from pennsylvania is recognized. mr. perry: i yield myself such time as i may consume and i thank the gentlelady for her kind work on this effort. in closing, h.r. 6277 makes improvements to theuthorities of the public buildings reform board or the prb -- pbrb established by the federal asset, sale and transfer act, to increase the number of federal properties the board be recommend -- recommend be sold or dedevelopment -- redeveloped. for allowing more properties, h.r. 6277 will...
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pennsylvania and saudi arabia over sayer, pennsylvania. the pausing of l.n.g. exports hinder our ability to bring natural gas to the world markets and limits our strategic advantages the united states can provide to our allies. we must support our economy. we need to be looking out in a serious way for our national security. we want to support pennsylvania's work force. i urge the biden administration to reverse its pause. and mr. speaker, lastly, the administration needs to check their extreme ideology at the door and focus on outcomes, not ideology. we need to wake up and woke down. i yield back. mr. joyce: i thank the gentleman from pennsylvania for his comments. mr. speaker, i yield three minutes to the gentleman from michigan, my colleague on energy and commerce, mr. walberg. mr. walberg: i thank the gentleman from pennsylvania for taking this opportunity tonight to remind us that on january 26th, inexplicably president biden announced a indefinite ban on pending l.n.g. exports. i wish it were indefinite but it's another shot over the
pennsylvania and saudi arabia over sayer, pennsylvania. the pausing of l.n.g. exports hinder our ability to bring natural gas to the world markets and limits our strategic advantages the united states can provide to our allies. we must support our economy. we need to be looking out in a serious way for our national security. we want to support pennsylvania's work force. i urge the biden administration to reverse its pause. and mr. speaker, lastly, the administration needs to check their extreme...
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the gentlewoman from pennsylvania the speaker pro tempore: the gentlewoman from pennsylvania reserves. the gentlewoman from mrs. fischbach: i am a little confused. helping women and their babies and providing information is noo my colleagues across the aisle. supporting and promoting unrestricted abortion up until the time of birth is an extreme agenda. the majority of pregnancy resource centers are affia a nad have voluntarily signed on to an industry standard called commitment of care andy heart bt international that set an ethical code where they agree to adopt a transparent and honest service model. pregnancy resource centers provide honest information about services they offer including ultra sounds and pregnancy testing. they do not hold themselves out to provade all forms of health care. according to a recent report surveying 2,750 cents for the 2022, there were 4,779 licensed medical staff. there was 5,396 licensed medical volunteers. they had -- they performed over 500,000 hours ofra and they had over 100,000 hours of r.n. meeting with s.t.d. and s.t.i. tests for clients. if
the gentlewoman from pennsylvania the speaker pro tempore: the gentlewoman from pennsylvania reserves. the gentlewoman from mrs. fischbach: i am a little confused. helping women and their babies and providing information is noo my colleagues across the aisle. supporting and promoting unrestricted abortion up until the time of birth is an extreme agenda. the majority of pregnancy resource centers are affia a nad have voluntarily signed on to an industry standard called commitment of care andy...
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lee: pennsylvania. mr. lucas: pennsylvania. ms. lee: very close. we're getting closer and closer. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman from oklahoma reserves. the gentlewoman from pennsylvania is recognized. ms. lee: mr. speaker, i have no further requests for time or speakers and i'm prepared to close. the speaker pro tempore: the gentlewoman is recognized. ms. lee: thank you, mr. speaker. i urge my colleagues to vote yes on h.r. 4824 and i yield back the balance of my time. the speaker pro tempore: the gentlewoman yields. the gentleman from oklahoma is recognized. mr. lucas: mr. speaker, i yield myself as much time as i might consume. the speaker pro tempore: you're recognized. mr. lucas: mr. speaker, h.r. 4824 is a practical bill that lets federal agencies collaborate on this important issue. dr. baird, who i would note before my father's family lived in oklahoma, we lived in indiana, but i would also note to my gentlecolleague on the other side of the room, before they lived in indiana, they lived in pennsylvania. even if i have some geographical challenges. nonetheless, thi
lee: pennsylvania. mr. lucas: pennsylvania. ms. lee: very close. we're getting closer and closer. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman from oklahoma reserves. the gentlewoman from pennsylvania is recognized. ms. lee: mr. speaker, i have no further requests for time or speakers and i'm prepared to close. the speaker pro tempore: the gentlewoman is recognized. ms. lee: thank you, mr. speaker. i urge my colleagues to vote yes on h.r. 4824 and i yield back the balance of my time. the speaker pro...
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the chair recognize thes the gentleman from pennsylvania -- recognize thes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. joyce -- recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. joyce, for five minutes. mr. joyce: thank you, mr. speaker. mr. speaker, last night the senate released a text of legislation that would do irreparable harm to our border security. by announcing a plan that permits thousands of illegal immigrants to enter the united states and creates new eaves for asylum -- avenues for asylum, this is a bill that will only make our nation more dangerous. incentivizing more illegal immigration will not address the crisis that has been created in border communities like eagle pass, texas, or in major cities like new york, where schools have been forced to close in order to house undocumented migrants. since joe biden took office, there have been more than eight million illegal border crossings and 1.7 million known getaways that have evaded our border patrol agents. this massive surge has led to border patrol agents being forced to suspend vehicle inspections and patrols in order to handle t
the chair recognize thes the gentleman from pennsylvania -- recognize thes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. joyce -- recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. joyce, for five minutes. mr. joyce: thank you, mr. speaker. mr. speaker, last night the senate released a text of legislation that would do irreparable harm to our border security. by announcing a plan that permits thousands of illegal immigrants to enter the united states and creates new eaves for asylum -- avenues for asylum,...
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houlahan of pennsylvania. the chair: pursuant to house resolution 1052, the gentlewoman from penyla, houlahan, and a member opposed, each will control five minutes. the chair recognizes the gentlewoman from pennsylvania. ms. houlahan: madam chair, i ricolleagues to support my very straightforward amendment to protect small businesses and community banks in the wake of financcr want to thank ranking r waters for the opportunity to lead on this issue. i want to take this chamber back one year ago to c silicon valley bank that sent our financial system into disarray. in 48 hours' time, one of the largest u.s. banks failed. impacting customers, investors, businesses, and stockholders across our nation. silicon bank's failure subsequently led to the collapse of signature and silver gate banks in rapid succession as well. making this crisis one of the mostnicazsited states history. after moments like these, it's important that congress and key agencies like the u.s. curities a exchange commission fully understand th
houlahan of pennsylvania. the chair: pursuant to house resolution 1052, the gentlewoman from penyla, houlahan, and a member opposed, each will control five minutes. the chair recognizes the gentlewoman from pennsylvania. ms. houlahan: madam chair, i ricolleagues to support my very straightforward amendment to protect small businesses and community banks in the wake of financcr want to thank ranking r waters for the opportunity to lead on this issue. i want to take this chamber back one year ago...
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the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. mr. joyce: mr. speaker, last week president biden unilaterally made the decision to cancel more than $6.1 billion in debt for 300,000 art students across our country. this is a bailout. this bailout is an insult to the tens of millions of americans who either paid off their student loans or who never attended college in the first place. instead of using taxpayer dollars in an attempt to win votes, president biden should be turning his attention to the runaway inflation that has impacted every man, woman and child in america. parents shouldn't have to choose between buying gas or buying groceries for their families. parents should not have to dip into their savings or into their retirement accounts to afford basic goods. sadly, under president biden these decisions have become all too common. it is time to stop wasting taxpayer dollars on student bailouts and green new deal initiatives. it is time to return to fiscal restraint, it is time to put a stop to the runaway inflation that has become the tra
the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. mr. joyce: mr. speaker, last week president biden unilaterally made the decision to cancel more than $6.1 billion in debt for 300,000 art students across our country. this is a bailout. this bailout is an insult to the tens of millions of americans who either paid off their student loans or who never attended college in the first place. instead of using taxpayer dollars in an attempt to win votes, president biden should be turning his...
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for what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania seek recognition? >> mr. speaker, i ask unanimous consent that i may here after be considered as the first sponsor of h.r. 1634, a bill originally introduced by representative johnson of ohio. mr. guthrie: for the purposes of adding co-sponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule 12. the speaker pro tempore: without objection. now entertain requests for one-minute speeches. for what purpose does the gentleman from tennessee seek recognition? >> i ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute and revise and extend my remarks, mr. speaker. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, you're recognized for one minute. mr. burchett: i recognize mr. staley, born in knoxville, tennessee, and moved to blunt county in sixth grade and his family ran the company that placed many head markers at the cemetery throughout the county. he served his country with honor as a military policeman at fort jackson. he volunteered for overseas duty in match of 1954 where he served behind the iro
for what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania seek recognition? >> mr. speaker, i ask unanimous consent that i may here after be considered as the first sponsor of h.r. 1634, a bill originally introduced by representative johnson of ohio. mr. guthrie: for the purposes of adding co-sponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule 12. the speaker pro tempore: without objection. now entertain requests for one-minute speeches. for what purpose does the gentleman from...
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the gentlewoman from pennsylvania is recognized. ms. wild: i rise in strong support of h.r610. the state department experienced an unprecedented level of demand after a global slowdown ihe covid-19 pandemic. many of our constituents were frustrated by the significant processing wait times they faced in securing passports. as this bill moved we were pleased to learn that the state death had achieved prendemic passport processing times. but the work we must undertake is to sheen you are that the bureau ofnd other departmental entities have the tools and resources they need to sustain consular demand. the state department is working to streamline its passport processing and this legislation supports those efforts this b5lill as amended by the foreign affairs committee will further modernize passport processing through a range of important mecot saddle the department with unfunded mandates or inefficient solutions. congress must offe and support to ensure that the state department can get the job of modernization done. americans deserve the
the gentlewoman from pennsylvania is recognized. ms. wild: i rise in strong support of h.r610. the state department experienced an unprecedented level of demand after a global slowdown ihe covid-19 pandemic. many of our constituents were frustrated by the significant processing wait times they faced in securing passports. as this bill moved we were pleased to learn that the state death had achieved prendemic passport processing times. but the work we must undertake is to sheen you are that the...
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the lady from pennsylvania is recognized. ms. dean: thank you, madam speaker. i stand by israel and its right to defend itself. and condemn in the strongest of terms iran's direct attack on our ally. it is my hope that israel listen to what many of its allies are saying and not take steps that lead us into a greater regional war. as president biden has said, our defense against iranian threats to israel is ironclad. we have israel's back and we will not yield to iranian's the threats. i support this resolution and yield back the balance of my time. the speaker pro tempore: the gentlelady yields. the gentleman from new jersey is recognized mr. kean: i urge the adoption of this resolution. and i yield back the balance of my time. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman is recognized. all time for debate has expired. pursuant to house resolution 1149, the previous question is ordered on the resolution and the preample. the question is on adoption of the resolution. so many as are in favor say aye. those opposed, no. the ayes have it. the resolution is agreed to. mr
the lady from pennsylvania is recognized. ms. dean: thank you, madam speaker. i stand by israel and its right to defend itself. and condemn in the strongest of terms iran's direct attack on our ally. it is my hope that israel listen to what many of its allies are saying and not take steps that lead us into a greater regional war. as president biden has said, our defense against iranian threats to israel is ironclad. we have israel's back and we will not yield to iranian's the threats. i support...
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his funeral was clear how much he meant to lon pennsylvania. the proceedings, miles long and people lined the streets to pay their final respects. he was a dedicated public servant remembered by his colleagues and those he served as a calm and ethical police officer who was devoted to protecting the lebanon community. i ask my colleagues to join me in supporting h.r. 3865 to rename the post office in lebanon, pennsylvania for lieutenant william d. lebo. i yield back. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman from florida reserves. the gentleman f■m maryland is recognized. mr. raskin: no further speakers and i yield. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman yields. the gentleman from florida is recognized. mr. donalds: i urge my colleagues to support this measure and i yieldxl the house suspend the rules and pass the bill h.r. 3865. those in favor say aye. those opposed, no. 4:45. 4:45 the speaker: the bill is passed and the motion is laid on the table. for wh purpose does the gentleman seek recognition? mr. donaldss: i move the house accept the wi
his funeral was clear how much he meant to lon pennsylvania. the proceedings, miles long and people lined the streets to pay their final respects. he was a dedicated public servant remembered by his colleagues and those he served as a calm and ethical police officer who was devoted to protecting the lebanon community. i ask my colleagues to join me in supporting h.r. 3865 to rename the post office in lebanon, pennsylvania for lieutenant william d. lebo. i yield back. the speaker pro tempore:...
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in central pennsylvania, more than 100 families make less than $50,000 a year. mothers shouldn't have to make a decision on whether to buy gasoline or buying school lunches. parents should not have to worry at the kitchen table about paying their credit cardill or their rent. this is the reality that president biden's radical spending spree has created over the past four years. it is to return to fiscal sanity. it is time■ú once again be responsible stewards of the matter what president biden says spehes, inflation is a fault of his administration, and it's timt as failed policies. thank you. mr. speaker, as we recognize memorial day, we remember and r over 1.1 million americans who have given their liveshi serving in the armed forces. these men and women are heroes. an american story is not told without recognizing the price that they paid to ensure our continued freedom. in pennsylvania's 13th congressional district,e understand the terrible price that this freedom costs. it w gettysburg following the bloodiest battle of thecivin said that we must take incr
in central pennsylvania, more than 100 families make less than $50,000 a year. mothers shouldn't have to make a decision on whether to buy gasoline or buying school lunches. parents should not have to worry at the kitchen table about paying their credit cardill or their rent. this is the reality that president biden's radical spending spree has created over the past four years. it is to return to fiscal sanity. it is time■ú once again be responsible stewards of the matter what president...
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from pennsylvania. i assume that you are concerned who has defended this country from around the globe flew helicopters for the united states military, i assume it concerns you that we have 20,000 chinese nationals since october 21 2023 and we are poised as republicans to vote next week to fund fully money the government that is doing that to the american people. mr. perry: i am, my good friend from texas 20,000 chinese. and i think to myself, how did they get out of or escape the communist par of china? well to my good friend, representative roy, i don't think they escaped. theommunist party of china uses facial recognition software and programs oftentimes created in the united states of america to track every single movement and every decision that the people of china make. so they know where they are here. we aren't sure why they are here. but i suspect it's not because they love america. we are going to fund that. and you know what else we are going to fund and it is important to put a little boy's
from pennsylvania. i assume that you are concerned who has defended this country from around the globe flew helicopters for the united states military, i assume it concerns you that we have 20,000 chinese nationals since october 21 2023 and we are poised as republicans to vote next week to fund fully money the government that is doing that to the american people. mr. perry: i am, my good friend from texas 20,000 chinese. and i think to myself, how did they get out of or escape the communist par...
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thank you to my friend from pennsylvania. mr. speaker, i rise today to support the rule and address a pressing issue affecting each and every american. our energy security. you see, mr. speaker, energy is not a luxury. it is the bedrock of our nat nation's strength. it heats our homes. it cooks our food. and fuels our travels. and yet our energy independence threatened its domestic energy producers face unprecedented challenges. the pause on l.n.g. exports permits empowered countries like russia and iran and hurts our allies who depend on u.s. energy. this is precisely why we need this legislation. unlocking our domestic l.n.g. potential act. we have witnessed a regulatory assault that has stifled investment. spiked energy prices t has hit families families where it hurts the most, in their pocketbooks and purses. remember, american you produced l.n.g. is cleaner with 41% lower lifecycle emissions than russian gas. but now because of a political stunt by the president of the united states, our strategic petroleum reserve is at it
thank you to my friend from pennsylvania. mr. speaker, i rise today to support the rule and address a pressing issue affecting each and every american. our energy security. you see, mr. speaker, energy is not a luxury. it is the bedrock of our nat nation's strength. it heats our homes. it cooks our food. and fuels our travels. and yet our energy independence threatened its domestic energy producers face unprecedented challenges. the pause on l.n.g. exports permits empowered countries like...
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pennsylvania's strong german heritage. legend has it if phil sees his shadow it's an omen ■x six more weeks of winter f not, we know spring is around the corner. crowds begin to gather the night before and wake phil up by chanting his name in the hours of the morning on february 2. as our seer of seas emerges from his burrow, the punxsutawney groundhog club inner circle president, translates phil's prediction and relace the -- relays the message to the crowd. despite naysayers trying to replace him with an animatronic groundhog or dold coin. he brings smiles to faces. i believe in creating jobs and punxsutawney phil is no exception. i'll& always standard up for the hardworking men, women, and rodents in the 15th district of pennsylvania. groundhog day brings together people of all different backgrounds and this fun celebration reminds us of the importance of tradition. it's not only an economic stimuli in the district, but also a great source of pride. be sure to tune in on friday morning to see phil share his weather pr
pennsylvania's strong german heritage. legend has it if phil sees his shadow it's an omen ■x six more weeks of winter f not, we know spring is around the corner. crowds begin to gather the night before and wake phil up by chanting his name in the hours of the morning on february 2. as our seer of seas emerges from his burrow, the punxsutawney groundhog club inner circle president, translates phil's prediction and relace the -- relays the message to the crowd. despite naysayers trying to...
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perry of pennsylvania. the chair: the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. perry, and a member omissourid each will control five minutes. the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania. mr. perry: i offer a simple but important amendment. while the underlying legislation allows the commodities future trading commission the authority to regulate digital asset spot markets, nothing in the bill should be construed as giving the cftc power beyond digital assets. we all have seen good intentions around here and nothing is punished like good intentions around here. so let's just make clear what the strike zone is for everybody we're trying to define that strike zone. this amendment adds a sense of congress that nothing in this act or any amendment made by this act should be interpreted by -- correction, to authorize any entity to regulate any commodity other than a digital commodity or any spot market. that's it. that's the whole thing. again, this amendment simply aims to combat mission screen, if you want to call it that, somewhere outside the strike zone
perry of pennsylvania. the chair: the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. perry, and a member omissourid each will control five minutes. the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania. mr. perry: i offer a simple but important amendment. while the underlying legislation allows the commodities future trading commission the authority to regulate digital asset spot markets, nothing in the bill should be construed as giving the cftc power beyond digital assets. we all have seen good intentions...
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for what purpose does the gentlelady from pennsylvania seek recognition? ms. wild: i hereby remove myself as a co-sponsor of h.res. 106 the speaker pro tempore: the request is granted. for what purpose does the gentleman from california seek >> mr. speaker i hereby remove myself as co-sponsor from house resolution 1068. the speaker pro tempore: the request is granted. for what purpose does the gentleman from california seek recognition? >> mr. speaker i hereby remove myself as a the speaker pro tempore: the request is granted. for what purpose does the gentleman from new york seek recognition? >> mr. speaker i hereby remove myself as a co-sponsor from house resolution 1068. the speaker pro tempore: the request is granted. the speaker pro tempore: the house will be in order. members are advised to take their conversations outside. the speaker pro tempore: the house will be in order. the chair will now entertain requests for one-minute speeches. for what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania rise and seek recognition? >> mr. speaker request unanimous cons
for what purpose does the gentlelady from pennsylvania seek recognition? ms. wild: i hereby remove myself as a co-sponsor of h.res. 106 the speaker pro tempore: the request is granted. for what purpose does the gentleman from california seek >> mr. speaker i hereby remove myself as co-sponsor from house resolution 1068. the speaker pro tempore: the request is granted. for what purpose does the gentleman from california seek recognition? >> mr. speaker i hereby remove myself as a the...
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the great state of pennsylvania. ms. wild: you know, it's interesting that during this special order hour on social security, it's only democratic members of congress who have volunteered to speak. heck, this g.o.p.-controlled congress isn't getting anything else done. so why don't we take up social security 2100? i am proud to be a co-sponsor of social security 2100 and i have been every single term that i've been here because i believe that social security is a promise. you spend a laif time working hard and -- a lifetime working hard and paying into the system so that you can retire with some dignity and security. it's not just something that seniors depend on. it's something that they've earned. and they aren't getting rich on it. for most, it gives our seniors a bare-bone economic existence. but it's vital to them. that's why i have made it my mission to protect and strengthen this critical program, protecting and strengthening social security means standing up to extremist proposals from the g.o.p. ones that ha
the great state of pennsylvania. ms. wild: you know, it's interesting that during this special order hour on social security, it's only democratic members of congress who have volunteered to speak. heck, this g.o.p.-controlled congress isn't getting anything else done. so why don't we take up social security 2100? i am proud to be a co-sponsor of social security 2100 and i have been every single term that i've been here because i believe that social security is a promise. you spend a laif time...
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right now a gallon of gas in mifflin county pennsylvania, cost $3.66. instead of addressing these prices, president biden has continued to attack american energy producers stifling new development and making it more difficult to open new refinery refineries. energy prices now cost americans over year than when joe biden first took office. it is clear that the president's failed policies are to blame for the skyrocketing costs of gas oil, and electricity. it is time to rein in these run away prices by underneath the feet of my constituents. thank you, madam speaker. i yield. the speaker pro tempore: thank you. the chair now recognizes the gentleman from north carolina, mr. nickel, for five minutes. mr. nickel: thank speaker. on saturday, president biden signed a government funding package into law. this bipartisan slate of bills wi make meaningful investments in federal programs that north carolinianss rely on. it will help lower the cost of living, create good jobs, and grow our local economy. i'm particularly proud to have secured over $14 million in f
right now a gallon of gas in mifflin county pennsylvania, cost $3.66. instead of addressing these prices, president biden has continued to attack american energy producers stifling new development and making it more difficult to open new refinery refineries. energy prices now cost americans over year than when joe biden first took office. it is clear that the president's failed policies are to blame for the skyrocketing costs of gas oil, and electricity. it is time to rein in these run away...
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kelly of pennsylvania. the chair: pursuant to house resolution 1194, the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. kelly, and a member opposed each will control five minutes. the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania. mr. kelly: i rise in support of this amendment. i'd like to recognize my friend from pennsylvania, dr. joyce, for one minute. mr. joyce: what biden administration bureaucrats fail to realize is poorly designed rule made here in washington can have devastating consequences for pennsylvania communities. from south central and southwestern pennsylvania from gettysburg toonstown, from altoona to bed fortd from chambersburg to lewiston, this impact will be felt. this rule from the department of energy would only serve to worsen the crippling shortages of transformers already faced by american manufacturers. just recently, i spoke to a business in pennsylvania that had been forced to wait 18 months for transformers to open their new business. these shortages are leading to costly delays that ultim
kelly of pennsylvania. the chair: pursuant to house resolution 1194, the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. kelly, and a member opposed each will control five minutes. the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania. mr. kelly: i rise in support of this amendment. i'd like to recognize my friend from pennsylvania, dr. joyce, for one minute. mr. joyce: what biden administration bureaucrats fail to realize is poorly designed rule made here in washington can have devastating consequences for...
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i yield 30 seconds to the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman is recognized. mr. fitzpatrick: thank you. americans across the nation will benefit from this pro-growth, pro-america, bipartisan tax bill. the research and development provision will boost innovation here at home maybing our in addition much more competitive against china. enhanced small business expensing will allow community businesses to three and prosper and finally more than 500,000 children in my home state of pennsylvania will benefit from the expanded child tax credit. mr. chairman, i to commend chairman smith and ranking member neal for working together to advance policies for all americans. thank youened i yield back. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman from missouri reserves. the gentleman from texas is recognized. the gentleman from texas reserves. the gentleman from missouri is recognized. mr. smith: i yield 30 seconds to the gentlelady from new york, ms. tenney. the speaker pro tempore: the gentlelady is recognized. ms. tenney:
i yield 30 seconds to the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman is recognized. mr. fitzpatrick: thank you. americans across the nation will benefit from this pro-growth, pro-america, bipartisan tax bill. the research and development provision will boost innovation here at home maybing our in addition much more competitive against china. enhanced small business expensing will allow community businesses to three and prosper and finally more than 500,000 children...
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speaker, as i travel throughout central and western pennsylvania, i hear from constituents about the struggle to find elect trick want to purchase vehicles that they can't afford. last year, 92% of vehicles purchased were gas-powered cars, trucks, and s.u.v.'s. complying with backwards regulations would require a 600% increase in speaker, this week . including entire nations and classes of people. by mayorkas ending the remain in mexico policy and returning to a catch and release procedures, the secretary has failed in his duty to protect the united states of america. it is time for the senate to hold a full and complete trial americans deserve accountability for the reckless actions that have put all american citizens in harm's way. thank you, mr. speaker. i yield. the speaker pro tempore: the chair recognizes the gentleman from were outstanding. and dan hurley and the men's team -- i want to commend and to enhance and improve anything about social security. for the people in our social security, it's only pension benefit that they have. how does it make sense to say people are livi
speaker, as i travel throughout central and western pennsylvania, i hear from constituents about the struggle to find elect trick want to purchase vehicles that they can't afford. last year, 92% of vehicles purchased were gas-powered cars, trucks, and s.u.v.'s. complying with backwards regulations would require a 600% increase in speaker, this week . including entire nations and classes of people. by mayorkas ending the remain in mexico policy and returning to a catch and release procedures,...
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gentlewoman from from pennsylvania seek recognition? >> i request unanimous consent to address the house for one minute and revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection. the gentlewoman is recognized for one minute. >> the united states and ukraine are at a crossroads. in the fight against putin, ukraine is rationing weapons. ukraine is losing ground, ground that they had reclaimed from their agressor. ms. dean: as the russian army grows stronger. ukrainians fight for democracy itself. their fight is our fight. because what affects our european allies affects us, our security, our economy, our very democracy. america is the indispensible nation yet some republicans are willing to squander our global strength to appease putin or a former president. we cannot allow extreme republicans do the dirty work, because if we abandon ukraine we fail to protect a younger democracy and jeopardy ice our -- jeopardize our military security. president biden has led more than 50 nations in supplying ukraine in what it needs t
gentlewoman from from pennsylvania seek recognition? >> i request unanimous consent to address the house for one minute and revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection. the gentlewoman is recognized for one minute. >> the united states and ukraine are at a crossroads. in the fight against putin, ukraine is rationing weapons. ukraine is losing ground, ground that they had reclaimed from their agressor. ms. dean: as the russian army grows stronger....
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the speaker pro tempore: the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. thompson, for five minutes. mr. thompson: thank you, mr. speaker. mr. speaker, i rise today in recognition of the 193rd air operations group in state college, pennsylvania, who celebrated their 75th anniversary on may 2, 2024. established in april of 1949, the unit was initially named the 112th aircraft control and morning squadron. the unit was federally recognized as part of the nation's reserve defenses. a notable alumnus of the squad run is the honorable -- squadron is the honorable john l. mclucas who served in state college during the 1950's, prior to becoming the secretary of the air force in 1973. in january, 2016, 112th air operations squadron was designated 193rd air operations group with three subordinate squadrons, the 193rd air communications squadron, the 193rd air intelligence squadron and the 193rd combat operations squadron. the three squadrons operate under the air combat command. since the redesignation, the unit has sent more people around the globe than ever. proj
the speaker pro tempore: the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. thompson, for five minutes. mr. thompson: thank you, mr. speaker. mr. speaker, i rise today in recognition of the 193rd air operations group in state college, pennsylvania, who celebrated their 75th anniversary on may 2, 2024. established in april of 1949, the unit was initially named the 112th aircraft control and morning squadron. the unit was federally recognized as part of the nation's reserve defenses. a...
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the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. mr. joyce: thank you, mr. speaker. during national police week, we recognize the brave men and women of law enforcement who serve and protect our communities each and every day. from carrying out arrest warrants, to conducting outreach at our schools, to patrolling our streets, police officers provide invaluable service to our communities, helping to keep each and every american safe. far too often, these officers experience threats and violence in their work and tragically 136 law enforcement officers were killed in the line of duty last year. it was president ronald reagan who said that evil is powerless if the good are unafraid. through their heroic actions, these officers embody the spirit of that message, and we can never truly fully repay the debt that we owe them. this week, let's recommit ourselves to standing with law enforcement and ensuring that these men and women who have tools and resources that they need to do their jobs safely and effectively. thank you. mr. speaker, under president biden's failed leade
the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. mr. joyce: thank you, mr. speaker. during national police week, we recognize the brave men and women of law enforcement who serve and protect our communities each and every day. from carrying out arrest warrants, to conducting outreach at our schools, to patrolling our streets, police officers provide invaluable service to our communities, helping to keep each and every american safe. far too often, these officers experience threats and...
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moore: thank you to the doctor from pennsylvania. i appreciate your support on that bill and communicating the importance of it. on to my good friend and colleague from the nearby state of virginia, virginia's sixth district, i welcome you, welcome the gentleman to share his remarks and offer you as much time as you may consume. >> i thank the gentleman mr. cline: i thank the gentleman for hosting this special order. i want to talk about a subject in the news right now, the crisis that's been created by this administration on the border and the intentional encouragement of millions of migrants to make a dangerous journey from across the globe to the united states, crossing the border illegally and bringing with them, often seeking a better life, but declaring asylum when you cross the border illegally is not the solution. so yesterday we had a vote to impeach secretary mayorkas. that vote failed by a single vote. i thank the gentleman for his leadership in switching his vote to be with the prevailing side so that he can perform parli
moore: thank you to the doctor from pennsylvania. i appreciate your support on that bill and communicating the importance of it. on to my good friend and colleague from the nearby state of virginia, virginia's sixth district, i welcome you, welcome the gentleman to share his remarks and offer you as much time as you may consume. >> i thank the gentleman mr. cline: i thank the gentleman for hosting this special order. i want to talk about a subject in the news right now, the crisis that's...
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state of pennsylvania that produces a lot of energy. i'd like to yield 1 1/2 minutes to the gentleman from: the gentleman from pennsylvania is recognized for 1 1/2 minutes. mr. joyce: thank you, mr. speaker. i thank the gentleman for yielding who is our chair of the energy subcommittee. mr. speaker taxing methane emissions is a backward and impractical way to combat pollution. instead of encouraging investments in new infrastructure and support -- in support of the energy producersas chosen to introduce more red tape and bureaucracy into our energy industry by taxing methane emissions. despite what president biden despite what my colleagues on the other side of the aisle, and despite what liberals in california migot tax our way into lower emissions. it's time to remove the methane tax that is only caused energy prices to rise while doing very willie to protect our environment and protect -- while doing very little to pro environment and protect our opportunities. if american producers are going to be able to innovate and produce the en
state of pennsylvania that produces a lot of energy. i'd like to yield 1 1/2 minutes to the gentleman from: the gentleman from pennsylvania is recognized for 1 1/2 minutes. mr. joyce: thank you, mr. speaker. i thank the gentleman for yielding who is our chair of the energy subcommittee. mr. speaker taxing methane emissions is a backward and impractical way to combat pollution. instead of encouraging investments in new infrastructure and support -- in support of the energy producersas chosen to...
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moore: thank you to the gentleman from pennsylvania, appreciate his remarks. i now will yield time to the gentleman from the great state of tennessee and for as many minutes as he may consume. thank you. >> thank you, mr. speaker. and i thank my brother for allowing me to speak. mr. burchett: tonight, mr. speaker, the american people, they're not as blind and they're not as stupid as this administration and the mainstream media makes them out to be. everyone in this world can see that this president is not well. the justice department have recently released a report by special counsel robert hur and in that report was some very damming -- damning notes that were made, facts that were stated. and the president wasn't charged in the case of miss handled -- mishandled documents but they couldn't rush fast enough to judgment of president trump in a similar situation. the report said, it would be difficult to convince a jury that they should convict him. by then, a former president, well into his 80's, of a serious felony that is a state of mental willfulness it. w
moore: thank you to the gentleman from pennsylvania, appreciate his remarks. i now will yield time to the gentleman from the great state of tennessee and for as many minutes as he may consume. thank you. >> thank you, mr. speaker. and i thank my brother for allowing me to speak. mr. burchett: tonight, mr. speaker, the american people, they're not as blind and they're not as stupid as this administration and the mainstream media makes them out to be. everyone in this world can see that...
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the children's advocacy center provides diligent work for the children of pennsylvania. having completed more than 1900 medical exams and conducted 2, 300 forensic interviews in the last 10 years. during child abuse prevention month we must recognize those essential to safeguarding our youth. ms. salzman was one of four recipients of the award this year. congratulations on the award and thanks for all do you to protect the children in our community. thank you, mr. speaker, and i yield back the balance of my time. the speaker pro tempore: for what purpose does the gentlewoman from north carolina seek recognition? >> i ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute and to revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentlewoman is recognized for one minute. ms. manning: mr. speaker, last saturday iran launched an unprecedented attack on our key democratic ally israel. the government of iran is the leading state sponsor of terrorism worldwide. it consistently uses proxies to attack the jewish state and supplies weapons to aid puti
the children's advocacy center provides diligent work for the children of pennsylvania. having completed more than 1900 medical exams and conducted 2, 300 forensic interviews in the last 10 years. during child abuse prevention month we must recognize those essential to safeguarding our youth. ms. salzman was one of four recipients of the award this year. congratulations on the award and thanks for all do you to protect the children in our community. thank you, mr. speaker, and i yield back the...
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with help from pennsylvania county and danville, the threatening injuries or deaths. i'm proud of them and honored to help all the brave first responders of virginia's fifth district. i yield back. the speaker pro tempore: for what purpose does the gentleman from ohio seek recognition? >> to address the house for one minute. revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentleman is recognized. mr. landsman: i rise todayao to o one of the most remarkable human beings that i have ever met. to be sure, mr. speaker, this is a sacred well and i'm here speaking on the united states house of representatives in part because of her. i'm one of literally thousands of people who have improved because of her. those of us who have had the good fortune to know her could not possibly think else with her warmth, her kindness, or her joy. she is the epitome of a public ived her life in totale way she devotion to others. no one has done it better. bridget, you are such an amazing andul human being. we are grateful, forever grateful, and we love you so m
with help from pennsylvania county and danville, the threatening injuries or deaths. i'm proud of them and honored to help all the brave first responders of virginia's fifth district. i yield back. the speaker pro tempore: for what purpose does the gentleman from ohio seek recognition? >> to address the house for one minute. revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentleman is recognized. mr. landsman: i rise todayao to o one of the most remarkable...
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with that i'd like to yield two minutes to my good friend from pennsylvania. the speaker pro tempore: t he gentleman from pennsylvania is recognized. >> thank you, mr. speaker. i thank the good gentleman from texas. i'm here to remind myself and everybody that we each took an oath to uphold and defend the constitution and within the constitution the bill of rights is the fourth amendment. i'll just read a portion of that for you all. the right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures shall not be violated, shall not be violated. mr. perry: it doesn't say, well, if we have an important matter, we can violate it. if it's too difficult and takes too long, mr. speaker, we can violate it. it doesn't say that. it says it shall not be violated. we're here to debate the rule today on this. i'll tell you, i have concerns about because we worked to make sure amendments would be in order so we could vote for them on the floor. i have concerns about the rule. but assuming this bill passes and the b
with that i'd like to yield two minutes to my good friend from pennsylvania. the speaker pro tempore: t he gentleman from pennsylvania is recognized. >> thank you, mr. speaker. i thank the good gentleman from texas. i'm here to remind myself and everybody that we each took an oath to uphold and defend the constitution and within the constitution the bill of rights is the fourth amendment. i'll just read a portion of that for you all. the right of the people to be secure in their persons,...
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the chair recognizes th gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. mr. joyce: thank you, mr. speaker. on his first day in office president biden turned his attention to a campaign■+ pro i. and he canceled the keystone x.l. pipeline. since then president biden has continued his campaign against the energy resources that are underneath the feet of my constituents. he has created more red tape regulations. he has canceled new permits. and he has imposed a ban on liql gas. all of these efforts are a coordinated part to appease president biden's far left base. all at the expense of american energy prices. in 2022, thel average for a gallon of gas reached over $5 a gallon for the first time in our history. the average pria gallon of gas is once again on the rise. recently hitting a four-month high. pennsylvanians cannot afford these rising prices. and cannot afford a president who puts politics of what is best for american families. it is time to put a stop on the war againrican energy and return to using the base load power that we can produce right here at home. mr.)a speaker, last week
the chair recognizes th gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. mr. joyce: thank you, mr. speaker. on his first day in office president biden turned his attention to a campaign■+ pro i. and he canceled the keystone x.l. pipeline. since then president biden has continued his campaign against the energy resources that are underneath the feet of my constituents. he has created more red tape regulations. he has canceled new permits. and he has imposed a ban on liql gas. all of these efforts are a...
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in a pennsylvania community located in my district. bollsburg, pennsylvania. dating back to 1864, the birthplace of memorial day, where three ladies decorated the graves of fallen civil war soldiers. they met in the graveyard and they promised to come back the following year to be able to do the same thing. from that simple beginning act of love and remembrance came the observance of memorial day. every year on the last monday of may, the people across this nation gather in town squares, memorials, and in cemeteries of fallen heros to pay tribute to those who gave it all. this includes our service members who are missing in action or prisoners of war. according to the department of defense, p.o.w.-mia accounting agency, more than 80,000 american citizens who served in the vietnam war, korean war, and world war ii are still missing in action. that's why i'm proud to have introduced h.con.res 64 which urges our mutually beneficial trade agreements to include a commitment from trading partners to continue to search and recovery efforts of our nation's missing ser
in a pennsylvania community located in my district. bollsburg, pennsylvania. dating back to 1864, the birthplace of memorial day, where three ladies decorated the graves of fallen civil war soldiers. they met in the graveyard and they promised to come back the following year to be able to do the same thing. from that simple beginning act of love and remembrance came the observance of memorial day. every year on the last monday of may, the people across this nation gather in town squares,...
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for what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania seek recognition? >> i ask unanimous consent to address the house and revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. mr. joyce: madam speaker, today we celebrate national law enforcement appreciation day to recognize and thank the 700,000 men and women who make up the thin blue line. in my district, these dedicated professionals work around the clock to protect and serve our communities. it was president ronald reagan who said, evil is powerless if the good are unafraid. from responding at a moment's notice to calls for help, to executing high-risk warrant we rely on our police officers, our sheriffs, and our troopers to keep us safe. an outstanding example of this work is police chief ron camacho, who has been an exemplary leader for the young officers in his department. his message of hen mentorship, community police, dignity and respect have been instrumental in leading the chambersburg police department and i'm grateful for his
for what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania seek recognition? >> i ask unanimous consent to address the house and revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. mr. joyce: madam speaker, today we celebrate national law enforcement appreciation day to recognize and thank the 700,000 men and women who make up the thin blue line. in my district, these dedicated professionals work around the clock to protect and...
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the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. mr. joyce: thank you, madam speaker. madam speaker, as we speak the chinese communist party continues to imprison and detain more than one million eagers in western china. with as many as 100,000 subjected to forced labor. that's slavery. this is a clear violation of human rights by the chinese communist party, who have continued to jail those who speak out against their oppression. and that includes christian ministers. it is time for the united states to send a clear message that no products made with slave labor should be bought and sold in these united states. it is time to pass the no dollars to eagers forced labor act, and prevent the state department or u.s. agencies from purchasing any goods made by forced labor under the chinese communist party. we cannot stand by as clothes, sneakers, batteries, and solar panels are manufactured under these conditions. it is time to stand up against the chinese communist party and put a stop to this human rights abuse. thank you. madam speaker, last week a report from the congr
the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. mr. joyce: thank you, madam speaker. madam speaker, as we speak the chinese communist party continues to imprison and detain more than one million eagers in western china. with as many as 100,000 subjected to forced labor. that's slavery. this is a clear violation of human rights by the chinese communist party, who have continued to jail those who speak out against their oppression. and that includes christian ministers. it is time for...
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for what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania seek recognition? mr. thompson: mr. speaker, request unanimous consent to address the house for one minute, revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. mr. thompson: thank you, mr. speaker. i rise today to celebrate 100 years of the cane veterans foreign wars charter located in mckeon county. mckeon v.f.w. post is a top tier post in the state. in 2023, they qualified and were awarded all state status for the second time and also awarded the coveted all-american post award for the first time. the post will mark the anniversary with a celebration at the end of january with numerous guest speakers, camaraderie and friendship. to establish their charter was held on december 11, 1923, in the eagle hall when they were granted their charter on january 29, 19 -- serving as a place for veterans and community members alike together in fellowship. v.f.w. posts are so important to our communities because they offer veterans a place to garth and connect. from
for what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania seek recognition? mr. thompson: mr. speaker, request unanimous consent to address the house for one minute, revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. mr. thompson: thank you, mr. speaker. i rise today to celebrate 100 years of the cane veterans foreign wars charter located in mckeon county. mckeon v.f.w. post is a top tier post in the state. in 2023, they qualified...
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, pennsylvania. this weekend event is the largest indoor agricultural exposition in the nation. showcasing more than 6,000 animals. nearly 12,000 exhibits. and more than a half million visitors. each year i host a listening session at the farm show and we cover a range of topics during the public forum. this year i held my listening session on january 6. the same day the farm show kicked off. i was joined by my fellow pennsylvania congressman, dan meuser, and pennsylvania agriculture secretary russell reading. thank you for being there as we heard directly from pennsylvania's farmers and producers. i have been hosting this lis listening session as representing for pennsylvania's 15th congressional district for 14 years. like every year, i look forward to hearing directly from the backbone of our nation, the hardworking men and women of american agriculture. thank you, mr. speaker. i yield back the balance of my time. the speaker pro tempore: for what purpose does the gentleman from new jersey seek re
, pennsylvania. this weekend event is the largest indoor agricultural exposition in the nation. showcasing more than 6,000 animals. nearly 12,000 exhibits. and more than a half million visitors. each year i host a listening session at the farm show and we cover a range of topics during the public forum. this year i held my listening session on january 6. the same day the farm show kicked off. i was joined by my fellow pennsylvania congressman, dan meuser, and pennsylvania agriculture secretary...
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for what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania seek recognition? >> mr. speaker i move the house do now adjourn. the speaker pro tempore: the question is on the motion to adjourn. those in favor say aye. those opposed, no. the ayes have it. the motion is accordingly, the house stands adjourned until 10:00 a.m. tomorrow morning he center for american progress action fund.
for what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania seek recognition? >> mr. speaker i move the house do now adjourn. the speaker pro tempore: the question is on the motion to adjourn. those in favor say aye. those opposed, no. the ayes have it. the motion is accordingly, the house stands adjourned until 10:00 a.m. tomorrow morning he center for american progress action fund.
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, pennsylvania. following graduation she worked as official court reporter in clearfield, pennsylvania, and in orlando counties in florida. in 1992 lisa started her own court reporting firm in pennsylvania. during this time, lisa also worked as a contract reporter for the united states district court for the western district of pennsylvania in johnstown, pennsylvania. in 2007, lisa moved to washington, d.c., to serve as a court reporter for the united states district court for the district of columbia where she's worked until joining the house. she enjoys spending time with family and friends and two beautiful granddaughters. once retired she plans to travel, play golf, tennis, and go kayaking. mr. speaker, the court reporters who support the house floor are the best in their profession. and lisa is no exception. on behalf of the whole house i wish to express my gratitude for lisa's dedicated service to the house and her country. i congratulate lisa. wish you all the best in your next chapter. mr. sp
, pennsylvania. following graduation she worked as official court reporter in clearfield, pennsylvania, and in orlando counties in florida. in 1992 lisa started her own court reporting firm in pennsylvania. during this time, lisa also worked as a contract reporter for the united states district court for the western district of pennsylvania in johnstown, pennsylvania. in 2007, lisa moved to washington, d.c., to serve as a court reporter for the united states district court for the district of...
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moore: thank you to the good doctor from pennsylvania. to an, which we have established is so important to our nation, factors we provide to those east coast elitists. i welcome the gentleman from california if he is ready tore share his message as we in preparation for tomorrow's state of the union, we need to come and hear from our together and d contrast and find unity, but it is important house republicans to highlight the concerns we have which are many and i yield from california. mr. lamalfa: thank you, mr. moore, from utah. i appreciate your efforts. messe american people need to see not from just one side but looking at the other side of the issues. if you hook around the room, you see the special equipment for the extra cameras, lighting on the floor so it is i will umh natured that shows up well on tv. what is notlluminated is of thin supporting the needs of our nation. what the state of the union tomorrow night, these three-plus years have been chaotic and full fledge the making or being made. president biden had made a lot of
moore: thank you to the good doctor from pennsylvania. to an, which we have established is so important to our nation, factors we provide to those east coast elitists. i welcome the gentleman from california if he is ready tore share his message as we in preparation for tomorrow's state of the union, we need to come and hear from our together and d contrast and find unity, but it is important house republicans to highlight the concerns we have which are many and i yield from california. mr....
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the speaker pro tempore: for what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania seek recognition? >> i rise to address the house and ask unanimous consent to revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. mr. joyce: since being sworn into office, homeland security secretary alejandro mayorkas has failed in his duty to keep our nation safe. in december, more than 300,000 illegal immigrants crossed into our country. by using so-called parole to allow millions of illegal immigrants into the united states and by ending the remain in mexico policy, secretary mayorkas has manufactured a national security disaster. this crisis isn't just contained to texas and arizona. the deadly drugs, like fentanyl, that have poured into our nation on secretary mayorkas' watch have made each and every state a border state. it is clear that secretary mayorkas is unfit to hold office, that his inaction has cost americans dearly. it has cost american lives. it is time for this congress to impeach secretary mayorkas for his failure to u
the speaker pro tempore: for what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania seek recognition? >> i rise to address the house and ask unanimous consent to revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. mr. joyce: since being sworn into office, homeland security secretary alejandro mayorkas has failed in his duty to keep our nation safe. in december, more than 300,000 illegal immigrants crossed into our country. by...
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the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. mr. joyce: thank you, mr. speaker. mr. speaker, on saturday night the israeli people were deliberately and brutally attacked when the iranian regime launched over 300 missiles and drones meant to terrorize and kill civilians. if 2 were -- it were not for the defensive technologies developed here in the united states, and the heroism of israeli, british, french, and jordanian pilots who took to the air to shoot down iranian drones these attacks could have resulted in far gr greater devastation and loss of life. it was president ronald reagan who said that we must secure peace through strength. and that weakness only invites aggression. through his long history of appeasement, joe biden has failed to deter iranian threats and ultimately has jeopardized our safety. it is time to send a clear message to iran and its terrorist proxies that the united states stands firmly with israel, our greatest ally and the only democracy in the middle east. thank you. mr. speaker, in march customs and border patrol encounted more than 240,00
the chair recognizes the gentleman from pennsylvania, mr. mr. joyce: thank you, mr. speaker. mr. speaker, on saturday night the israeli people were deliberately and brutally attacked when the iranian regime launched over 300 missiles and drones meant to terrorize and kill civilians. if 2 were -- it were not for the defensive technologies developed here in the united states, and the heroism of israeli, british, french, and jordanian pilots who took to the air to shoot down iranian drones these...
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speaker, i rise tod to recognize and congratulate eric clark of howard, pennsylvania. ic recently aepted a fully the unedtates naval academy i annapolis, myland. he's the son o amy and benjamin clark, he's the grandson of erie he's a out of the classroom. football and wrestling team. eric is a strong leader. he also senior class president and is aember of the naonal honor society. eric has a clear passion for service and is a great examplee. best wishes in annapolis,ric. i look forward seeing allha you achieve. mr. speaker, i rise today t recognize and cgratulate je sterling of milont, pennsylvania. jude accepted a fully qualified appointment to thenited states air force academy in colorado spris, colorado. jude is a senior at the meadow brook chrisanon of jason andnn and the grandson of shiey andujary -- and harry and kathy and carl. jude is an active memr of the civil air patrol where he has serv in a variety of leadership positio. 's also a student pilot and a member of t cross country and trac and field team. hisommitmt to service is an inspiration to us all. i' co
speaker, i rise tod to recognize and congratulate eric clark of howard, pennsylvania. ic recently aepted a fully the unedtates naval academy i annapolis, myland. he's the son o amy and benjamin clark, he's the grandson of erie he's a out of the classroom. football and wrestling team. eric is a strong leader. he also senior class president and is aember of the naonal honor society. eric has a clear passion for service and is a great examplee. best wishes in annapolis,ric. i look forward seeing...
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houlahan of pennsylvania. the chair: pursuant to house resolution 1227, the gentlewoman from pennsylvania, ms. houlahan, and a member opposed, each will control five minutes. the chair recognizes the woman from pennsylvania. ms. houlahan: thank you, mr. speaker. i rise today in support of my amendment that would remove unnecessary and partisan language from the legislation that is under consideration, the police our border act. let me read what my amendment says because it's only two lines. page two, strike line 17 and all that follows through line 19, and redesignate succeeding provisions accordingly. strike the term biden each place such term oappears. let me tell you what line 17 through 19 says. the southwest border crisis created by the biden administration has made every state a border state. i also want, before i can't on, to thank ranking member nadler for his leadership on this issue on the judiciary committee. the reason i read that amendment and this -- the lines that it refers to is, it's really im
houlahan of pennsylvania. the chair: pursuant to house resolution 1227, the gentlewoman from pennsylvania, ms. houlahan, and a member opposed, each will control five minutes. the chair recognizes the woman from pennsylvania. ms. houlahan: thank you, mr. speaker. i rise today in support of my amendment that would remove unnecessary and partisan language from the legislation that is under consideration, the police our border act. let me read what my amendment says because it's only two lines....
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for what purpose does the gentlewoman from pennsylvania seekt) >> mr. speaker, i ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentlewoman is recognized forne minute. ms. dean: it is the new year, congress is back in session, students are back in school, and parents are preparing for the and many families that means figuring out childcare. i remember when i was a young mother running a small law firm with two other women. two of us were worng mothers. we worke literally on our hip. and we were lucky bt. but this isn't the case for millions ofldn't have to be. 14 million parents rely on childcare and daycare. on average $11,000 and that's if parents can even find it. it's often an impossible cycle. parents can't find work if can't secure childcare, and can't pay for childcare without which is why we need to bring bills to the floor like the childcare for every community act. under thisf american families would pay no more than $10 a day for childcare. high quality,
for what purpose does the gentlewoman from pennsylvania seekt) >> mr. speaker, i ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentlewoman is recognized forne minute. ms. dean: it is the new year, congress is back in session, students are back in school, and parents are preparing for the and many families that means figuring out childcare. i remember when i was a young mother running a small law...