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CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgD833-2 2026-08-13 119 2     Daily Digest/Senate Committee Meetings SENATE DAILYDIGEST DDSCMEETINGS D833 D833     172 Cong. Rec. D833 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D833] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Committee Meetings No committee meetings were held.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgD833-3 2026-08-13 119 2     Daily Digest/House of Representatives HOUSE DAILYDIGEST DDHCHAMBER D833 D833   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1481"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1483"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10082"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10108"}] 172 Cong. Rec. D833 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D833] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] House of Representatives Chamber Action Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 27 public bills, H.R. 10082- 10108; and 3 resolutions, H. Res. 1481-1483, were introduced. Pages H5234-35 Additional Cosponsors: Page H5236 Reports Filed: There were no reports filed today. Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he appointed Representative Foxx to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. Page H5233 Quorum Calls--Votes: There were no Yea and Nay votes, and there were no Recorded votes. There were no quorum calls. Adjournment: The House met at 9 a.m. and adjourned at 9:03 a.m.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgD833-4 2026-08-13 119 2     Daily Digest/House Committee Meetings HOUSE DAILYDIGEST DDHCMEETINGS D833 D833     172 Cong. Rec. D833 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D833] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Committee Meetings No hearings were held. Joint Meetings No joint committee meetings were held.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgD833-5 2026-08-13 119 2     Daily Digest/COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR 2026-08-17   DAILYDIGEST DDCOMMITTEEMEETINGS D833 D833     172 Cong. Rec. D833 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D833] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026 (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Senate No meetings/hearings scheduled. House No hearings are scheduled.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgD833-6 2026-08-13 119 2     Daily Digest/Next Meeting of the SENATE + Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES + Other End Matter SENATE DAILYDIGEST DDENDMATTER D833 D834     172 Cong. Rec. D833 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D833-D834] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] The CONGRESSIONAL RECORD (USPS 087-390). The Periodicals postage is paid at Washington, D.C. The public proceedings of each House of Congress, as reported by the Official Reporters thereof, are printed pursuant to directions of the Joint Committee on Printing as authorized by appropriate provisions of Title 44, United States Code, and published for each day that one or both Houses are in session, excepting very infrequent instances when two or more unusually small consecutive issues are printed one time. Public access to the Congressional Record is available online through the U.S. Government Publishing Office, at www.govinfo.gov, free of charge to the user. The information is updated online each day the Congressional Record is published. For more information, contact the GPO Customer Contact Center, U.S. Government Publishing Office. Phone 202-512-1800, or 866-512-1800 (toll-free). E-Mail, contactcenter@gpo.gov. To place an order for any of these products, visit the U.S. Government Online Bookstore at: bookstore.gpo.gov. Mail orders to: Superintendent of Documents, P.O. Box 979050, St. Louis, MO 63197-9000, or phone orders to 866-512-1800 (toll-free), 202-512-1800 (D.C. area), or fax to 202-512-2104. Remit check or money order, made payable to the Superintendent of Documents, or use VISA, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, or GPO Deposit Account. Following each session of Congress, the daily Congressional Record is revised, printed, permanently bound and sold by the Superintendent of Documents in individual parts or by sets. With the exception of copyrighted articles, there are no restrictions on the republication of material from the Congressional Record. POSTMASTER: Send addre…
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgD833 2026-08-13 119 2     Daily Digest/Senate SENATE DAILYDIGEST DDSCHAMBER D833 D833     172 Cong. Rec. D833 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D833] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Thursday, August 13, 2026 [[Page D833]] Daily Digest Senate Chamber Action The Senate met at 8:01:34 a.m. in pro forma session, and adjourned at 8:02:02 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. on Monday, August 17, 2026.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE785-2 2026-08-13 119 2     RECOGNIZING MONICA GARCIA FOR HER SERVICE TO CALIFORNIA'S 46TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E785 E785 [{"name": "J. Luis Correa", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E785 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E785] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING MONICA GARCIA FOR HER SERVICE TO CALIFORNIA'S 46TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT ______ HON. J. LUIS CORREA of california in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the contributions of Monica Garcia to California's 46th Congressional District. Monica Garcia is a native of the 46th Congressional District and a former team member of our Congressional District Office. Monica attended Valencia High School and graduated from Humboldt State University. Monica began her federal work with the Office of Congressman Lou Correa in February of 2022. She joined as a Congressional Caseworker overseeing and maintaining relationships with the federal agencies including the Social Security Administration, Internal Revenue Service, Postal Service, Small Business Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, and Department of Education. Through her diligent work and commitment to constituents she oversaw the return of $20.4 million back to the district and directly to constituents and small businesses. Monica also oversaw the citizenship fair events that provided the opportunity for constituents to receive guidance on filing out the N- 400 through the assistance of community volunteers and organizations. She maintained and developed strategic partnerships with community organizations such as Catholic Charities, Public Law Center, and the Council on American-Islamic Relations to make these citizenship fairs a reality in the district. Monica married her college sweetheart Gabriel Viramontes on October 20, 2025 in Las Vegas…
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE785-3 2026-08-13 119 2     HONORING THE CAREER OF LT. GOV. RANDY McNALLY HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E785 E785 [{"name": "Tim Burchett", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E785 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E785] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE CAREER OF LT. GOV. RANDY McNALLY ______ HON. TIM BURCHETT of tennessee in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. BURCHETT. Mr. Speaker, today I honor the outstanding career of my very good friend and colleague, Lieutenant Governor Randy McNally, who has spent nearly 50 years in service to the great state of Tennessee. Randy graduated from Oak Ridge High School in 1962 and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy in 1967. He put his degree to good use, returning to Oak Ridge and working as a pharmacist at Methodist Medical Center. Throughout his career in Tennessee politics, he continued to serve at the Medical Center until his retirement in 2010. Elected to the Tennessee State House in 1979, Randy found his calling in financial policy, first as a state representative and then as a state senator. During his 26 years on the Senate Finance, Ways and Means Committee, including a decade as chairman, Randy was instrumental in creating a balanced budget and maintaining Tennessee's ``Triple-A'' credit rating. Throughout his tenure, Randy has been widely recognized for his outstanding public and community service, earning numerous honors from respected organizations for his leadership and commitment to the community. While Randy has devoted much of his life to serving the people of Tennessee, his greatest source of pride is his family. He and his wife, Janice, have two adult daughters, Melissa and Maggie, and three grandchildren, Haley, Morgan, and Trent. As Randy retires from public service, I join his constituen…
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE785-4 2026-08-13 119 2     HONORING THE LIFE OF GERARD J. "JERRY" JONAS, JR. HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E785 E785 [{"name": "Brian K. Fitzpatrick", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E785 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E785] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE LIFE OF GERARD J. ``JERRY'' JONAS, JR. ______ HON. BRIAN K. FITZPATRICK of pennsylvania in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Gerard J. ``Jerry'' Jonas, Jr., of Levittown, Pennsylvania, who passed away on July 11, 2026, at the age of 95. Jerry Jonas was a proud United States Marine Corps veteran who served with distinction during the Korean War, earning a battlefield promotion to Sergeant. Following his military service, he built a remarkable career as a technical writer supporting the early U.S. space program, an advertising executive, sports promoter, and award-winning newspaper columnist whose writing enriched the Bucks County community for more than three decades. A devoted husband, father, parish volunteer, and community leader, Jerry dedicated countless hours to coaching youth sports, supporting his church, and advocating for fellow veterans. Jerry's legacy is one of patriotism, faith, generosity, and unwavering devotion to his family and community. He is survived by his six children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and extended family, who carry forward the values he exemplified throughout his extraordinary life. On behalf of the United States Congress, I extend my deepest condolences to the Jonas family and join them in celebrating the life of a man who served his Nation and community with honor and distinction. May his memory continue to inspire all who knew him. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE785-5 2026-08-13 119 2     RECOGNIZING RICHARD BAIER'S LEADERSHIP IN FIGHTING FINANCIAL FRAUD HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E785 E785 [{"name": "Mike Flood", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E785 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E785] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING RICHARD BAIER'S LEADERSHIP IN FIGHTING FINANCIAL FRAUD ______ HON. MIKE FLOOD of nebraska in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. FLOOD. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize a dedicated leader in Nebraska banking and consumer protection, Richard Baier, whose efforts led to the recent enactment of financial fraud prevention legislation. As President and CEO of the Nebraska Bankers Association, Richard has worked tirelessly to protect Nebraskans from financial fraud. His leadership helped create Fraud Free Nebraska, a statewide coalition bringing together financial institutions, consumer advocates, government officials, and other stakeholders to combat fraud. Richard's leadership also helped advance state legislation strengthening protections for older and vulnerable adults and requiring social media platforms to verify advertisers, investigate reports of fraudulent advertising, and promptly remove fraudulent ads. Banks have long been on the front lines of the fight against fraud, with Fraud Free Nebraska now bringing partners from across our state together to confront this growing threat. Richard's work and leadership demonstrate what can be accomplished when Nebraskans unite around a common goal. Our state is stronger because of Richard Baier's leadership and commitment to protecting consumers. I thank Richard and the Nebraska Bankers Association, for keeping Nebraskans safe from fraud. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE785-6 2026-08-13 119 2     RECOGNIZING LAPEER COUNTY FOR THE CONTINUOUS RESTORATION OF THE LAPEER HISTORICAL COURTHOUSE HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E785 E786 [{"name": "Lisa C. McClain", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E785 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E785-E786] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING LAPEER COUNTY FOR THE CONTINUOUS RESTORATION OF THE LAPEER HISTORICAL COURTHOUSE ______ HON. LISA C. McCLAIN of michigan in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Lapeer County for its continued preservation of the Lapeer County Historic Courthouse, a treasured landmark that has stood at the heart of the community for more than 180 years. The Lapeer County Historic Courthouse holds the distinction of being Michigan's oldest continuously operating courthouse still serving its original purpose. Most recently, Lapeer County completed a significant restoration project that carefully preserved and enhanced the courthouse's historic architecture while ensuring it remains functional for generations to come. This accomplishment reflects the county's steadfast commitment to preserving one of Michigan's most cherished landmarks and safeguarding an important part of its heritage. [[Page E786]] Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Lapeer County for the successful restoration of the Lapeer County Historic Courthouse and for its continued dedication to preserving this historic landmark for future generations. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE786-2 2026-08-13 119 2     RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT OF DENNIS LOPATA HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E786 E786 [{"name": "Richard E. Neal", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E786 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E786] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT OF DENNIS LOPATA ______ HON. RICHARD E. NEAL of massachusetts in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. NEAL. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to recognize and congratulate Dennis Lopata on his retirement as Executive Director of Life Care Center of Wilbraham after nearly two decades of service. Dennis has dedicated his entire career to caring for the most vulnerable in our society. A proud graduate of Minnechaug High School, Dennis graduated with a degree in Healthcare Administration from Worcester State University before receiving his Master's degree from Western New England College. He started his career as the Vice President of Support Services at Holden Hospital and then as Assistant Hospital Administrator for Springfield Municipal Hospital. He transitioned to senior living in 1992 as the Executive Director of Farren Care Center before serving as the Executive Director of LaChance Center in Fitchburg for ten years. I have visited Life Care Center of Wilbraham on numerous occasions. As many of us know, moving a loved one to a long-term care facility can be a very traumatic experience. His compassion and attention to the residents and their families were evident from the moment they met him. One example of his concern for others came in the aftermath of the tornadoes that ravaged the area surrounding his building. Dennis spent the night at the facility, taking admissions by flashlights and reassuring residents and associates alike. It was this type of commitment that earned him the Chairman's Award, the highest honor bestowed on an associate by Lif…
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE786-3 2026-08-13 119 2     CELEBRATING THE ALMANAC'S 60TH ANNIVERSARY HOUSE EXTENSIONS CELEBRATING E786 E786 [{"name": "Sam T. Liccardo", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E786 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E786] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CELEBRATING THE ALMANAC'S 60TH ANNIVERSARY ______ HON. SAM T. LICCARDO of california in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. LICCARDO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the Almanac newspaper on the occasion of its 60th anniversary. It's important to honor those local news sources that have survived the industry's many financial challenges to provide an essential public service to our democracy, particularly in this moment when our First Amendment has come under repeated and serious threat. The Almanac has provided critical community-focused journalism for Menlo Park, Atherton, Woodside and Portola Valley for six decades. Throughout its history, it has brought news and information to local residents without fear or favor. Its journalists have always believed strong journalism builds better communities. In 1965, three Portola Valley mothers, troubled by the lack of coverage of local issues, and the defeat of a Portola Valley school bond measure, met for lunch among the eucalyptus trees on the Stanford Campus to develop a solution. Soon after, Hedy Boissevain, Betty Fry, and Jean Heflin, got to work at their kitchen tables and family garages and published the first four-page edition of what was then called ``The Country Almanac.'' The paper then found its first real home at the corner of Woodside and Canada roads in Woodside, and the founders' children and friends delivered the papers--a year's subscription cost two dollars. From its modest stall, the paper continued to grow and by 1975, the newspaper could afford its first full-time reporter, Pam Jones, who was often th…
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE786-4 2026-08-13 119 2     HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF SCHOOLEY'S MOUNTAIN FIRE CO. HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E786 E787 [{"name": "Thomas H. Kean, Jr.", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E786 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E786-E787] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF SCHOOLEY'S MOUNTAIN FIRE CO. ______ HON. THOMAS H. KEAN, JR. of new jersey in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. KEAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Schooley's Mountain Fire Company in [[Page E787]] Washington Township, New Jersey as it celebrates its 75th anniversary, an extraordinary milestone honoring many years of service, dedication and community for the people of Washington Township. The Company was established in August 1951, with the purpose of protecting Schooley's Mountain and surrounding areas in the event of a fire. Since that moment 75 years ago, Schooley's Mountain Fire Company's message and credibility as a local public service have never waned. They have remained true to their purpose, at the heart of everything they do: to protect life and property for all in the community. The Company was formally a part of the Washington Township Fire Department in 1984, along with the Long Valley Fire and Fairmount Fire Companies. What started as a small village association for fire protection, has now become an official fire company for more than 17,000 residents Two of the company's defining principles have remained constant throughout its history: the belief that the Washington Township community will always have access to quality fire protection, and the confidence that dedicated residents will continue to volunteer in support of that mission. Their steadfast participation in community fire safety education, fundraising, and 24-hour response proves their continuous devotion to the safety of Washington Township and the …
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE786 2026-08-13 119 2     HONORING CHIEF DEPUTY KEN LAPEE HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E786 E786 [{"name": "Jimmy Patronis", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E786 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E786] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING CHIEF DEPUTY KEN LAPEE ______ HON. JIMMY PATRONIS of florida in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. PATRONIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Chief Deputy Ken LaPee of the Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office as he prepares to retire following more than 35 years of dedicated service to his country, and the people of Northwest Florida. Chief Deputy LaPee's distinguished law enforcement career began with his service as a Military Police Officer in the United States Army. During his military service, he served in the Persian Gulf War and later deployed in support of operations during the unrest in Somalia. He also served part-time as a police officer in Alabama before joining the Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office in 1994. Over the course of more than three decades with the Sheriff's Office, Chief Deputy LaPee steadily advanced through the ranks and was selected to serve as Chief Deputy in 2021. Throughout his career, he has held numerous specialized assignments, including service with the Special Response Team, Honor Guard, Community Police Unit, Investigations Bureau, and Narcotics Unit. His leadership has been defined by a commitment to the highest standards of ethics and professionalism. Chief Deputy LaPee has also dedicated himself to preparing the next generation of law enforcement officers. Since 1997, he has served as an adjunct instructor with the Northwest Florida State College Basic Police Recruit Academy. For nearly three decades, he has trained and mentored countless officers in community policing, problem solving, leadership, investigat…
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE787-2 2026-08-13 119 2     RECOGNIZING NEW BALTIMORE'S 2026 BUSINESS OF THE YEAR, SEEBURGER'S CHEESEBURGERS HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E787 E787 [{"name": "Lisa C. McClain", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E787 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E787] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING NEW BALTIMORE'S 2026 BUSINESS OF THE YEAR, SEEBURGER'S CHEESEBURGERS ______ HON. LISA C. McCLAIN of michigan in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Seeburger's Cheeseburgers as New Baltimore's 2026 Business of the Year. This family-owned restaurant has proudly served Macomb County since opening in 2007. Known for its American food and welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere, Seeburger's has become a staple in the community. At the head of Seeburger's success are Todd and Jill Seeburger, who, alongside their children, Jacob and Olivia, have built a business grounded in hard work, hospitality, and service. Their commitment reflects the strong values that have shaped both their family and their business. For nearly two decades, Seeburger's has welcomed customers with quality food and friendly service. Its continued success is a testament to the loyalty of its customers and the hard work of the Seeburger family. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the Seeburger family and Seeburger's Cheeseburgers for being named New Baltimore's Business of the Year. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE787-3 2026-08-13 119 2     SPECIAL RECOGNITION OF FOUR COUNTY CAREER CENTER UPON THE RIBBON CUTTING FOR ITS WELDING AND ELECTRICAL TRADES EXPANSION HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E787 E787 [{"name": "Robert E. Latta", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E787 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E787] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] SPECIAL RECOGNITION OF FOUR COUNTY CAREER CENTER UPON THE RIBBON CUTTING FOR ITS WELDING AND ELECTRICAL TRADES EXPANSION ______ HON. ROBERT E. LATTA of ohio in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. LATTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Four County Career Center in Archbold, Ohio, as it celebrates the ribbon cutting for its new Welding and Electrical Trades Expansion. This new facility marks a significant investment and a renewed dedication to the future workforce of Northwest Ohio. Four County Career Center opened in 1969 as the first career center in Ohio built entirely with local funds. Today, it serves hundreds of students from Defiance, Fulton, Henry, and Williams counties, providing hands-on training across dozens of technical programs. The school's reach extends beyond high schoolers, offering workforce development programs to many adults each year. The new expansion adds state-of-the- art labs for welding, fabrication, and electrical trades, which will help Four County continue to prepare its students for the workforce of tomorrow. Its completion reflects the collaboration of many individuals, businesses, and organizations throughout the region. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Four County Career Center's Board of Education and administration on this achievement. Career-technical education plays a vital role in preparing our next generation for the workforce, and this expansion will help ensure that Four County's students have access to the training they need to succeed. On behalf of the 5th Congressional District of Ohio, I …
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE787-4 2026-08-13 119 2     RECOGNIZING JESSIE MAHAN CHILD CARE CENTER'S LEGACY HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E787 E787 [{"name": "Steve Cohen", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E787 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E787] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING JESSIE MAHAN CHILD CARE CENTER'S LEGACY ______ HON. STEVE COHEN of tennessee in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. COHEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to note the end of a revered Memphis institution devoted to the education and well-being of my community's children. The Jessie Mahan Child Care Center, the first licensed Black child care center in Memphis, closed its doors for the final time on July 31 after serving generations of children and families for 68 years. The Mahan Center served the Memphis community from the Dixie Homes housing development beginning on November 28, 1958, and relocated to its current facility at 70 North Bellevue in 2007, always providing early childhood education and learning experiences for children aged six weeks to 12 years old. It also served as a training site for future teachers and childcare professionals. Through its partnerships with Memphis City Schools and Head Start, the center played an important role in strengthening early childhood education in our community. Named for lifelong Memphian Jessie Hoyt Mahan, a well-known social worker and child advocate who passed in August of 1957 at the age of 62, it has served as a tribute to her memory as the director of the Information Bureau of the Health and Welfare Planning Council of Memphis and Shelby County and its Family and Child Welfare Division and service at Juvenile Court. I commend the leadership of the Jessie Mahan Child Care Center for its dedication to our community's children. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE787-5 2026-08-13 119 2     RECOGNIZING DANA WHITE, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE UFC, AND HIS LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP AND PATRIOTISM HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E787 E788 [{"name": "Abraham J. Hamadeh", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E787 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E787-E788] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING DANA WHITE, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE UFC, AND HIS LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP AND PATRIOTISM ______ HON. ABRAHAM J. HAMADEH of arizona in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. HAMADEH of Arizona. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Dana White, a visionary of American sports, a stalwart patriot, and the president and CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Dana embodies the spirit of the American innovator who turns bold ideas into reality. For over 25 years, his dedicated leadership of the UFC has transformed mixed martial arts from a niche competition into one of the most widely watched and fastest-growing sports in the world. Under his care, UFC has expanded its reach, built a global fan base, and consistently showcased the discipline, athleticism, and competitive spirit that resonate with audiences across our Nation. [[Page E788]] Accompanying Dana's tremendous success as a businessman is an unwavering loyalty to his friends, his country, and the principles he believes in. From the earliest days of his career, Dana has demonstrated a willingness to stand by those he considers family and to give back to the country that made his success possible. His longtime friendship with President Trump is an important part of that story, beginning with Dana's first UFC cards at the Trump Taj Mahal and continuing through years of mutual support. Dana has consistently used his platform and resources to support the American people, from helping rebuild communities and businesses after the devastating COVID-19 lockdowns to providing financial assis…
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE787 2026-08-13 119 2     HONORING MARVIN RUSSELL HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E787 E787 [{"name": "Robert J. Wittman", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E787 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E787] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING MARVIN RUSSELL ______ HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN of virginia in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. WITTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the remarkable service of Mr. Marvin Russell. Marvin is the embodiment of bravery, service, and unparalleled devotion to our Nation. On behalf of Virginia's First Congressional District, it is truly a privilege to honor Mr. Russell and his legacy that continues to inspire generations of Americans. As a World War II pilot, Marvin answered the call to serve during a pivotal moment in our nation's history. Like so many members of his generation, he displayed exceptional courage, resilience, and determination in the defense of freedom, placing duty above self and helping secure the liberties that every American enjoys today. His service in the skies during the war reflects the highest ideals of patriotism, sacrifice, and commitment to country. Beyond his military service, Marvin has embraced life with an adventurous spirit that has carried him through a century of remarkable experiences. Throughout his life, Marvin has touched countless people with his kindness, wisdom, generosity, and willingness to share the lessons he has learned along the way. His example reminds us that the pursuit of purpose, perseverance, and adventure does not end with one chapter but continues throughout a lifetime. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Marvin Russell for his century of selfless service and achievement that stands as a testament to the enduring strength of the American spirit. May he c…
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgE788 2026-08-13 119 2     RECOGNIZING THE 85TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE OXFORD VILLAGE POLICE DEPARTMENT HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E788 E788 [{"name": "Lisa C. McClain", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E788 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E788] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING THE 85TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE OXFORD VILLAGE POLICE DEPARTMENT ______ HON. LISA C. McCLAIN of michigan in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Oxford Village Police Department on its 85th anniversary. For 85 years, the Oxford Village Police Department has played an important role in protecting the community and serving the people of Oxford. Throughout its history, the department has remained committed to public safety and to the well-being of Oxford residents. Its service reflects the importance of strong relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve. I want to thank the dedicated officers and staff of the Oxford Village Police Department, past and present, for their professionalism, sacrifice, and commitment to the community. Their service and commitment are deserving of our gratitude and recognition. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the Oxford Village Police Department on its 85th anniversary and for its outstanding service to the people of Oxford.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH-FrontMatter-2 2026-08-13 119 2     House of Representatives HOUSE HOUSE FRONTMATTER H5233 H5233     172 Cong. Rec. H5233 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5233] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] H O U S E O F R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S Vol. 172 WASHINGTON, THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2026 No. 132
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5233-2 2026-08-13 119 2     DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE HOUSE HOUSE HDESIGNATION H5233 H5233     172 Cong. Rec. H5233 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5233] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE The SPEAKER pro tempore laid before the House the following communication from the Speaker: Washington, DC, August 13, 2026. I hereby appoint the Honorable Virginia Foxx to act as Speaker pro tempore on this day. Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House of Representatives. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5233-3 2026-08-13 119 2     PRAYER HOUSE HOUSE PRAYER H5233 H5233     172 Cong. Rec. H5233 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5233] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PRAYER The Chaplain, the Reverend Margaret Grun Kibben, offered the following prayer: God, You are the Lord of our lives. We pray for Your mercy. In these times of contest and contention, we have insisted on being right rather than persisting in following Your command to love others, right or wrong. We have held on to grudges and neglected to show grace. Almost as frequently, we rush in to give answers, speaking our minds, when listening and being mindful of another person's needs would have been more helpful. We have underestimated the service of silence and overlooked the gentle kindness of quiet attention. God, show us how to love others as we love ourselves, that we wouldn't be slow to forgive, slow to serve, or slower still to help bear the burdens carried by those who walk beside us. Instead, may we be mirrors of Your mercy, sharing the gift of Your love in these days. We offer ourselves and our prayers in Your gracious name. Amen. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5233-4 2026-08-13 119 2     THE JOURNAL HOUSE HOUSE HJOURNAL H5233 H5233     172 Cong. Rec. H5233 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5233] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] THE JOURNAL The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 13 of rule I, the Journal of the last day's proceedings is approved. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5233-5 2026-08-13 119 2     PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE HOUSE HOUSE PLEDGE H5233 H5233     172 Cong. Rec. H5233 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5233] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair will lead the House in the Pledge of Allegiance. The SPEAKER pro tempore led the Pledge of Allegiance as follows: I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5233-6 2026-08-13 119 2     ADJOURNMENT HOUSE HOUSE ADJOURNMENT H5233 H5233     172 Cong. Rec. H5233 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5233] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ADJOURNMENT The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 13 of rule I, the House stands adjourned until 9 a.m. on Monday, August 17, 2026. Thereupon (at 9 o'clock and 3 minutes a.m.), under its previous order, the House adjourned until Monday, August 17, 2026, at 9 a.m. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5233-7 2026-08-13 119 2     EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, ETC. HOUSE HOUSE EXECUTIVECOMM H5233 H5234     172 Cong. Rec. H5233 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Pages H5233-H5234] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, ETC. Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive communications were taken from the Speaker's table and referred as follows: EC-4395. A letter from the General Counsel, Office of General Counsel, National Credit Union Administration, transmitting the Administration's final rule -- Financial Data Transparency Act Joint Data Standards (RIN: 3133-AF70) received August 7, 2026, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Financial Services. EC-4396. A letter from the Director, Office of Legislative Affairs, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, transmitting the Office of Minority and Women Inclusion's annual report for 2025, pursuant to 12 U.S.C. 5452(e); Public Law 111-203, Sec. 342(e); (124 Stat. 1541); to the Committee on Financial Services. EC-4397. A letter from the Senior Counsel, Office of the General Counsel, Department of Commerce, transmitting the Department's final rule -- Streamlining the Regulations Related to Concrete Masonry Research, Education, and Promotion [Docket No.: 260224-0056] (RIN: 0605-AA86) received August 4, 2026, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. EC-4398. A letter from the Assistant Secretary for Legislation, Department of Health and Human Services, transmitting the Report to Congress: Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program for fiscal year 2025; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. EC-4399. A letter from the Assistant Secretary for Legislation, Departme…
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5233 2026-08-13 119 2     House of Representatives HOUSE HOUSE CALLTOORDER H5233 H5233     172 Cong. Rec. H5233 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5233] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page H5233]] House of Representatives The House met at 9 a.m. and was called to order by the Speaker pro tempore (Ms. Foxx). ____________________
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5234 2026-08-13 119 2     PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS HOUSE HOUSE HPUBBILLS H5234 H5235   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1481"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1482"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1483"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10082"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10083"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10084"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10085"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10086"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10087"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10088"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10089"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10090"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10091"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10092"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10093"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10094"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10095"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10096"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10097"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10098"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10099"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10100"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10101"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10102"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10103"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10104"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10105"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10106"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10107"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10108"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5234 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Pages H5234-H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS Under clause 2 of rule XII, public bills and resolutions of the following titles were introduced and severally referred, as follows: By Ms. BYNUM (for herself and Mrs. Kim): H.R. 10082. A bill to amend the Federal Credit Union Act to expand the investment authority of Federal credit unions; to the Committee on Financial Services. By Mr. CISNEROS (for himself and Mr. Carter of Louisiana): H.R. 10083. A bill to reauthorize appropriations for the advanced drinking water technology grant program under the Safe Drinking Water Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. By Mr. CRANK: H.R. 10084. A bill to require that certain payments to Federal student loans to the buyer of a home be classified as a financial concession by the Federal National Mortgage Association and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Association; to the Committee on Financial Services. By Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina (for himself and Mr. Finstad): H.R. 10085. A bill to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to permit greater flexibility in carrying out incumbent worker training programs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and Workforce. By Ms. De La CRUZ (for herself and Mr. Correa): H.R. 10086. A bill to reauthorize the National Diabetes Prevention Program; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. By Mr. DeSAULNIER: H.R. 10087. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of cancer care planning and coordination under the Medicare program; to …
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235-10 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10090 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5235   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10090"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. HAGEMAN: H.R. 10090. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235-11 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10091 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5235   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10091"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. HAMADEH of Arizona: H.R. 10091. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to Article I, Section 8, Clause 7 (the Postal Clause, granting the power `To establish Post Offices and post Roads') and Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 (the Commerce Clause, granting the power to regulate commerce among the several States) of the United States Constitution.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235-12 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10092 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5235   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10092"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. HARRIGAN: H.R. 10092. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the U.S. Constitution.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235-13 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10093 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5235   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10093"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mrs. HINSON: H.R. 10093. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235-14 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10094 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10094"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Pages H5235-H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. HOYLE of Oregon: H.R. 10094. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: This bill is enacted pursuant to the power granted to Congress under Article I of the [[Page H5236]] United States Constitution and its subsequent amendments, and further clarified and interpreted by the Supreme Court of the United States.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235-2 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10082 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5235   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10082"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. BYNUM: H.R. 10082. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 of the US Constitution.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235-3 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10083 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5235   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10083"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. CISNEROS: H.R. 10083. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235-4 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10084 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5235   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10084"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. CRANK: H.R. 10084. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8, Clause 1
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235-5 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10085 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5235   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10085"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina: H.R. 10085. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235-6 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10086 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5235   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10086"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. De La CRUZ: H.R. 10086. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235-7 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10087 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5235   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10087"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. DeSAULNIER: H.R. 10087. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235-8 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10088 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5235   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10088"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mrs. FOUSHEE: H.R. 10088. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I US Constitution
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235-9 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10089 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5235   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10089"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. GALLAGHER: H.R. 10089. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: The constitutional authority on which this bill rests is the Necessary and Proper Clause under Article 1, Section 8, clause 18 of the U.S. Constitution.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5235 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5235 H5235     172 Cong. Rec. H5235 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5235] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY STATEMENT Pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, the following statements are submitted regarding the specific powers granted to Congress in the Constitution to enact the accompanying bill or joint resolution.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-10 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10104 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10104"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. STEUBE: H.R. 10104. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I Section 8
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-11 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10105 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10105"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. THANEDAR: H.R. 10105. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: This bill is enacted pursuant to the power granted to Congress under Clause 18 of Article I, Section 8 of the United States Constitution.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-12 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10106 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10106"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. TITUS: H.R. 10106. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 of the United States Constitution
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-13 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10107 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10107"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. TORRES of New York: H.R. 10107. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-14 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10108 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10108"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. TRAN: H.R. 10108. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: This bill is enacted pursuant to the power granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8 of the United States Constitution. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-15 2026-08-13 119 2     ADDITIONAL SPONSORS HOUSE HOUSE HADDSPONSORS H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "637"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1022"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1058"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1061"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1065"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1340"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1389"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1502"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1518"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1532"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1657"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1773"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1845"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1965"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2094"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2118"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2120"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2366"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2395"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2398"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2486"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2487"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2531"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2623"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2884"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3036"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3083"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3093"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3094"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3127"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3151"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3184"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3243"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3360"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3473"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3562"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3569"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3629"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR"… 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ADDITIONAL SPONSORS Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors were added to public bills and resolutions, as follows: H.R. 637: Mr. Buchanan. H.R. 1022: Mr. Carter of Louisiana. H.R. 1061: Mr. Foster. H.R. 1065: Mrs. Watson Coleman, Mrs. McBath, and Mr. Flood. H.R. 1340: Mr. Joyce of Pennsylvania, Mr. McCormick, and Mr. Gallagher. H.R. 1389: Mr. Mannion. H.R. 1502: Mr. Moore of Utah and Mrs. Miller of West Virginia. H.R. 1518: Mr. Keating. H.R. 1532: Mr. Doggett. H.R. 1657: Mr. Meuser and Mr. Kean. H.R. 1773: Mr. Norman, Mr. Pfluger, Mr. Fry, Mr. Strong, Mr. Webster of Florida, Mr. Williams of Texas, Mr. Gosar, and Mr. Moolenaar. H.R. 1845: Mr. Vasquez. H.R. 1965: Mr. Keating. H.R. 2094: Mr. Joyce of Ohio, Mr. Langworthy, and Ms. Jacobs. H.R. 2118: Ms. Hoyle of Oregon. H.R. 2120: Mrs. Miller of West Virginia and Mr. Gottheimer. H.R. 2366: Mr. Moulton. H.R. 2395: Mr. Norman. H.R. 2398: Mrs. Grijalva and Ms. Lee of Nevada. H.R. 2486: Ms. Wilson of Florida. H.R. 2487: Ms. Davids of Kansas. H.R. 2531: Mr. Raskin and Mr. LaLota. H.R. 2623: Mr. Kean. H.R. 2884: Mr. Carter of Louisiana. H.R. 3036: Mr. Evans of Pennsylvania. H.R. 3083: Mr. Carter of Louisiana. H.R. 3093: Mr. Quigley. H.R. 3094: Mr. Quigley. H.R. 3127: Mr. Garcia of California. H.R. 3151: Ms. Goodlander and Mr. Sherman. H.R. 3184: Mr. Bell. H.R. 3243: Mr. Auchincloss and Mr. Bera. H.R. 3360: Mr. Kean. H.R. 3473: Ms. Chu. H.R. 3562: Mr. Fuller and Mr. McGarvey. H.R. 3569: Mrs. Beatty, Mr. Garamendi, Mr. I…
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-2 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10096 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10096"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. LAWLER: H.R. 10096. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1 section 8 of the U.S. Constiution
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-3 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10097 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10097"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. LEE of Nevada: H.R. 10097. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 provides Congress with the power to ``lay and collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts and Excises''
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-4 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10098 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10098"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. MACE: H.R. 10098. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-5 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10099 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10099"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. MAST: H.R. 10099. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the U.S. Constitution
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-6 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10100 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10100"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. NEGUSE: H.R. 10100. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-7 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10101 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10101"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. OLSZEWSKI: H.R. 10101. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-8 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10102 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10102"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. SALINAS: H.R. 10102. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Pursuant to Article 1, Section 8, Clause 1
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236-9 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10103 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10103"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. SCANLON: H.R. 10103. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1 Section 8
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgH5236 2026-08-13 119 2     Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 10095 HOUSE HOUSE CASTATEMENT H5236 H5236   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10095"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5236 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H5236] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. KEATING: H.R. 10095. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section VIII
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgS-FrontMatter-16 2026-08-13 119 2     Senate SENATE SENATE FRONTMATTER S4619 S4619     172 Cong. Rec. S4619 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S4619] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] S E N A T E Vol. 172 WASHINGTON, THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2026 No. 132
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgS4619-2 2026-08-13 119 2     APPOINTMENT OF ACTING PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE SENATE SENATE ALLOTHER S4619 S4619     172 Cong. Rec. S4619 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S4619] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] APPOINTMENT OF ACTING PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will please read a communication to the Senate from the President pro tempore (Mr. Grassley). The senior assistant legislative clerk read the following letter: U.S. Senate, President pro tempore, Washington, DC, August 13, 2026. To the Senate: Under the provisions of rule I, paragraph 3, of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I hereby appoint the Honorable Jim Banks, a Senator from the State of Indiana, to perform the duties of the Chair. Chuck Grassley, President pro tempore. Mr. BANKS thereupon assumed the Chair as Acting President pro tempore. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgS4619-3 2026-08-13 119 2     ADJOURNMENT UNTIL MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026, AT 1:30 P.M. SENATE SENATE ADJOURNMENT S4619 S4619     172 Cong. Rec. S4619 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S4619] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ADJOURNMENT UNTIL MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026, AT 1:30 P.M. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Under the previous order, the Senate stands adjourned until 1:30 p.m. on Monday, August 17, 2026. Thereupon, the Senate, at 8:02 and 2 seconds a.m., adjourned until Monday, August 17, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.
CREC-2026-08-13-pt1-PgS4619 2026-08-13 119 2     Senate SENATE SENATE CALLTOORDER S4619 S4619     172 Cong. Rec. S4619 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S4619] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page S4619]] Senate The Senate met at 8:01 and 34 seconds a.m. and was called to order by the Honorable Jim Banks, a Senator from the State of Indiana. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgD831-2 2026-08-10 119 2     Daily Digest/Senate Committee Meetings SENATE DAILYDIGEST DDSCMEETINGS D831 D831     172 Cong. Rec. D831 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D831] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Committee Meetings No committee meetings were held.
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgD831-3 2026-08-10 119 2     Daily Digest/House of Representatives HOUSE DAILYDIGEST DDHCHAMBER D831 D831   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "213"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "214"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "289"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "434"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "494"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "850"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1480"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1525"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1838"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2398"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2542"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2666"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2677"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3266"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3897"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3977"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "4472"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "4850"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10070"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10081"}] 172 Cong. Rec. D831 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D831] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] House of Representatives Chamber Action Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 12 public bills, H.R. 10070- 10081; and 3 resolutions, H.J. Res. 213-214; and H. Res. 1480, were introduced. Page H5229 Additional Cosponsors: Pages H5230-31 Reports Filed: There were no reports filed today. Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he appointed Representative Foxx to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. Page H5223 Guest Chaplain: The prayer was offered by the Guest Chaplain, Rev. John Kellogg, Christ Church Capitol Hill, Washington DC. Page H5223 Senate Referrals: S. 289 was held at the desk. S. 434 was held at the desk. S. 494 was held at the desk. S. 850 was held at the desk. S. 1525 was held at the desk. S. 1838 was held at the desk. S. 2398 was held at the desk. S. 2542 was held at the desk. S. 2666 was held at the desk. S. 2677 was held at the desk. S. 3266 was held at the desk. S. 3897 was held at the desk. S. 3977 was held at the desk. S. 4472 was held at the desk. S. 4850 was held at the desk. Page H5223 Senate Message: Message received from the Senate appears on pages H5223-24. Quorum Calls--Votes: There were no Yea and Nay votes, and there were no Recorded votes. There were no quorum calls. Adjournment: The House met at 11 a.m. and adjourned at 11:02 a.m.
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgD831-4 2026-08-10 119 2     Daily Digest/House Committee Meetings HOUSE DAILYDIGEST DDHCMEETINGS D831 D831     172 Cong. Rec. D831 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D831] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Committee Meetings No hearings were held. Joint Meetings No joint committee meetings were held.
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgD831-5 2026-08-10 119 2     Daily Digest/COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR 2026-08-13   DAILYDIGEST DDCOMMITTEEMEETINGS D831 D831     172 Cong. Rec. D831 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D831] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2026 (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Senate No meetings/hearings scheduled. House No hearings are scheduled.
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgD831-6 2026-08-10 119 2     Daily Digest/Next Meeting of the SENATE + Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES + Other End Matter SENATE DAILYDIGEST DDENDMATTER D831 D832     172 Cong. Rec. D831 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D831-D832] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] The CONGRESSIONAL RECORD (USPS 087-390). The Periodicals postage is paid at Washington, D.C. The public proceedings of each House of Congress, as reported by the Official Reporters thereof, are printed pursuant to directions of the Joint Committee on Printing as authorized by appropriate provisions of Title 44, United States Code, and published for each day that one or both Houses are in session, excepting very infrequent instances when two or more unusually small consecutive issues are printed one time. Public access to the Congressional Record is available online through the U.S. Government Publishing Office, at www.govinfo.gov, free of charge to the user. The information is updated online each day the Congressional Record is published. For more information, contact the GPO Customer Contact Center, U.S. Government Publishing Office. Phone 202-512-1800, or 866-512-1800 (toll-free). E-Mail, contactcenter@gpo.gov. To place an order for any of these products, visit the U.S. Government Online Bookstore at: bookstore.gpo.gov. Mail orders to: Superintendent of Documents, P.O. Box 979050, St. Louis, MO 63197-9000, or phone orders to 866-512-1800 (toll-free), 202-512-1800 (D.C. area), or fax to 202-512-2104. Remit check or money order, made payable to the Superintendent of Documents, or use VISA, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, or GPO Deposit Account. Following each session of Congress, the daily Congressional Record is revised, printed, permanently bound and sold by the Superintendent of Documents in individual parts or by sets. With the exception of copyrighted articles, there are no restrictions on the republication of material from the Congressional Record. POSTMASTER: Send address c…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgD831 2026-08-10 119 2     Daily Digest/Senate SENATE DAILYDIGEST DDSCHAMBER D831 D831     172 Cong. Rec. D831 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D831] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Monday, August 10, 2026 [[Page D831]] Daily Digest Senate Chamber Action The Senate met at 10:00:17 a.m. in pro forma session, and adjourned at 10:00:50 a.m. until 8 a.m. on Thursday, August 13, 2026.
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE779-2 2026-08-10 119 2     HONORING THE REEVES FAMILY AND REEVES CAKE SHOP HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E779 E779 [{"name": "Emilia Strong Sykes", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E779 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E779] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE REEVES FAMILY AND REEVES CAKE SHOP ______ HON. EMILIA STRONG SYKES of ohio in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the Reeves family and Reeves Cake Shop as Ohio's 13th Congressional District's Champion of the Week on August 7. This recognition honors their remarkable 50-year legacy of serving the Akron community and preserving a family baking tradition that spans more than a century. Dolores and her late husband, Robert Reeves opened Reeves Cake Shop in 1976, and it has been a cherished part of countless celebrations across Summit County for the past five decades. Working alongside her son, Rick Reeves, and supported by members of the Reeves family, Dolores built not just a successful small business, but an institution in Akron's Kenmore neighborhood. Dolores' love for baking began at home, watching her parents, Ada and William Bachtel, operate Bachtel's Bakery beginning in 1916. When she opened Reeves Cake Shop 60 years later, she carried that same passion forward, bringing those traditions to generations of Akron families. For decades, the Reeves family has helped support life's biggest moments, from weddings and birthdays to graduations and holidays. Their dedication to making each order with care and attention to detail helped Reeves Cake Shop become a trusted part of the community. After 50 years of service, Dolores and the Reeves family are retiring and closing Reeves Cake Shop on Christmas Eve. Their commitment to service reflects the spirit of Ohio's 13th Congressional District, proudly known as the ``Birthplace…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE779-3 2026-08-10 119 2     HONORING MOUNT OLIVE BAPTIST CHURCH ON 155 YEARS OF SERVICE HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E779 E779 [{"name": "Eugene Simon Vindman", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E779 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E779] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING MOUNT OLIVE BAPTIST CHURCH ON 155 YEARS OF SERVICE ______ HON. EUGENE SIMON VINDMAN of virginia in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. VINDMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Mount Olive Baptist Church of Culpeper, Virginia, as it celebrates 155 years of faithful service, steadfast leadership, and unwavering commitment to the people of Culpeper and the Commonwealth of Virginia. Since its founding in 1871, Mount Olive Baptist Church has served as a cornerstone of faith, hope, and compassion for generations of families. For more than a century and a half, this church has demonstrated that ministry extends far beyond its sanctuary walls through a deep and enduring commitment to serving its community. From feeding the hungry, and clothing those in need, to supporting local shelter services, and organizations assisting survivors of domestic and sexual violence, Mount Olive has consistently answered the call to care for its neighbors with grace and generosity. The church's annual Fitness Witness 5K has become a meaningful tradition, raising support each year for nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving the lives of Culpeper's most vulnerable residents. Through this effort and countless other acts of service, Mount Olive continues to strengthen the community while inspiring others to serve. In 2023, the congregation marked a historic milestone with the installation of its first female pastor, Reverend Dr. Tracey Dawkins Holley. Under her visionary leadership, Mount Olive Baptist Church has continued to grow in ministry, deepen its community partne…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE779-4 2026-08-10 119 2     HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF DON PATCHEN HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E779 E779 [{"name": "Aaron Bean", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E779 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E779] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF DON PATCHEN ______ HON. AARON BEAN of florida in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. BEAN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the life and legacy of Donald ``Don'' David Patchen, a decorated Vietnam veteran, longtime law enforcement officer, and devoted public servant, who passed away on April 21, 2026, at the age of 79. Don lived a life defined by courage, service, and a commitment to others. From 1966 to 1969, he served our nation in the United States Army, including combat duty in the Vietnam War. He was wounded twice in service to his country--a reflection of the sacrifice he willingly made in defense of our nation and the freedoms we cherish. Following his military service, Don joined the Tallahassee Police Department, beginning a distinguished 27-year career in law enforcement. For 17 of those years, he was a homicide detective, including serving as the lead investigator in the Ted Bundy case. Later in his career, Don served as a Field Training Officer, where he passed on his experience and hard-earned knowledge to the next generation of officers. Don served for several years as president of the Optimist Club of Tallahassee, continuing his lifelong dedication to community and supporting others. Yet Don was far more than his uniform or badge. He embraced life with energy and curiosity. He was a judo champion, a skilled pilot, a motorcycle enthusiast, and a competitive dog trainer. He is survived by his wife, Diane Bean Patchen; his daughter, Dr. Kim Al-Mayyah, and her husband, Hayder; his son, Bubba Carver, and his wif…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE779-5 2026-08-10 119 2     REMEMBERING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF STEVEN DUANE WALLACE HOUSE EXTENSIONS ALLOTHER E779 E780 [{"name": "Michael Guest", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E779 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E779-E780] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] REMEMBERING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF STEVEN DUANE WALLACE ______ HON. MICHAEL GUEST of mississippi in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. GUEST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember the life and legacy of Steven Duane Wallace of Brandon, Mississippi. Steven was a lifelong resident of Rankin County and graduated from Mississippi State University in 1998. Following graduation, he taught and coached basketball at Pelahatchie and Simpson Academy before venturing into the insurance industry. In 2001, he opened Insurance Associates of Rankin County where he began his career of more than twenty-five years devoted to providing his insureds with personal, committed, and exceptional service. Steven was dedicated to his wife Charity and his children Reagan and Wilkes. Whether with soccer, t-ball, baseball, football, or basketball, Steven was always eager to assist in coaching teams, especially recreational football for his son. He had no greater pride than watching his sons compete. I was honored to have Steven as my landlord for my Brandon District Office. It was a joy to work with him. I am thankful for the legacy of faithfulness to his family that Steven leaves for others to see. He is missed. [[Page E780]] ____________________
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE780-2 2026-08-10 119 2     RECOGNIZING THE UNITED WAY OF ST. FRANCOIS COUNTY HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E780 E780 [{"name": "Jason Smith", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E780 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E780] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING THE UNITED WAY OF ST. FRANCOIS COUNTY ______ HON. JASON SMITH of missouri in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to praise The United Way of St. Francois County for working to help its neighbors in need for 30 years. Established in 1995 as the ``Farmington United Fund,'' the group expanded its reach in 1996 and changed its name. Since then, The United Way of St. Francois County has brought hope and help by funding local agencies that meet basic needs. From food pantries and senior centers to homeless shelters and backpack programs, the United Way has met the most basic human needs of food, shelter, health, education and social welfare services. The United Way raises money through local fundraisers like Derby Day and Dine Out for United Way. The annual bell-ringing campaign brings the community together for more than 900 hours to ring bells at wishing wells throughout the county, drawing attention to the organization's mission and taking donations during the holiday season. This year, The United Way of St. Francois County provided more than $98,000 in grants to 24 local nonprofit groups. Since its founding, the United Way has been governed by a board of community leaders, which now includes its president, Leigh Ragsdale, and Executive Director, Ken Curfman. It is my privilege to congratulate The United Way of St. Francois County as it celebrates 30 years of serving the needs of its neighbors and reflecting the best in community spirit today before the United States House of Representatives. …
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE780-3 2026-08-10 119 2     RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT OF REAR ADMIRAL RICHARD S. LOFGREN, UNITED STATES NAVY HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E780 E780 [{"name": "Jake Ellzey", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E780 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E780] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT OF REAR ADMIRAL RICHARD S. LOFGREN, UNITED STATES NAVY ______ HON. JAKE ELLZEY of texas in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. ELLZEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize a proud son of Texas and an exceptional leader, Rear Admiral Richard S. Lofgren, on his retirement from the United States Navy. For over three decades, he faithfully served our Nation, first as a surface warfare officer and eventually as the Acting Chief of Navy Reserve and Acting Commander, Navy Reserve Force. Commitment to service runs deep in his family. A proud 1993 graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, Rear Admiral Lofgren earned his commission through the Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps and followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, who were both Naval Aviators. His career can be characterized simply: he answers the call. Rear Admiral Lofgren began his active-duty career assigned to the USS WASP (LHD-1), where he completed critical deployments in support of Operation Uphold Democracy in Haiti and Operation Joint Resolve in the Balkans. These missions, undertaken far from home, reflect our Nation's commitment to safeguarding liberty wherever it is threatened. On September 11, 2001, a day that forever changed our Nation, he answered the call by affiliating with the Navy Reserve, embarking on a distinguished career of strategic leadership and operational excellence across the fleet. Like so many patriots moved by that tragic day, he chose service over comfort, and duty over ease, proving once again that America'…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE780-4 2026-08-10 119 2     HONORING THE MEMORY OF RAMIRO "RAM" CHAVEZ HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E780 E781 [{"name": "Vicente Gonzalez", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E780 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E780-E781] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE MEMORY OF RAMIRO ``RAM'' CHAVEZ ______ HON. VICENTE GONZALEZ of texas in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. VICENTE GONZALEZ of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the remarkable life and service of Mr. Ramiro ``Ram'' Chavez, a decorated Vietnam War veteran, educator, musician, and pillar of the Corpus Christi community. Mr. Chavez proudly served in the United States Army from 1967 to 1969. As a combat medic with the 199th Infantry Brigade in Vietnam, he treated wounded soldiers during intense fighting, including the Tet Offensive. Among his many military honors, he earned the Combat Medical Badge, the Silver Star, the Bronze Star with ``V'' for valor, and the Purple Heart. Upon returning home to Corpus Christi, Texas, Mr. Chavez remained deeply committed to his community. He earned a bachelor's in music education from Texas A&M- [[Page E781]] Kingsville and a master's in school administration from Texas A&M- Corpus Christi. He then spent 25 years with the Corpus Christi Independent School District as a band director, music teacher, and assistant principal. In 2024, Veterans Memorial High School dedicated the Ramiro ``Ram'' Chavez Performing Arts Hall in recognition of his lifelong service. Through education and music, he inspired generations of South Texas students. Mr. Chavez also founded and led the Veterans Band of Corpus Christi, bringing veterans together through music to honor American service members and preserve the memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Through this organization, he fostered camaraderie among veterans wh…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE780 2026-08-10 119 2     HONORING BARRY E. BOYER HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E780 E780 [{"name": "Victoria Spartz", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E780 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E780] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING BARRY E. BOYER ______ HON. VICTORIA SPARTZ of indiana in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mrs. SPARTZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Barry E. Boyer, a remarkable Navy and Vietnam War veteran and long-time resident of Marion, Indiana. His life is defined by his patriotism and service to both our community and nation. At just nineteen years old, Mr. Boyer enlisted in the United States Navy on July 5th of 1966. His service took him to the Great Lakes Naval Station where he completed nine weeks of basic training. Mr. Boyer was then assigned to the USS Pickaway (APA 222) and began his four-year tour of duty around Southeast Asia. Following his promotion to Second Class Petty Officer, Mr. Boyer received orders to serve as a replacement for one of the twenty-five US Navy personnel that heroically lost their lives aboard the USS Westchester County (LST-1167). The ship was anchored in the Saigon River Basin in Vietnam, when Viet Cong frogman placed deadly mines on the ship's hull. The explosions marked the single greatest loss of Navy personnel during the Vietnam War. Mr. Boyer spent his final sixteen months on two tours of duty in and out of enemy waters in South Vietnam. He served with the US Navy until March 13th of 1970, carrying the memory and honor of those that sacrificed their lives. Following his honorable discharge, Mr. Boyer returned to Marion, Indiana. He went on to serve at the United States Postal Service, continuing his passion for public service. It was in Marion that Mr. Boyer met Reta Painter Boyer of Fairmount, Indiana, and married h…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE781-2 2026-08-10 119 2     RECOGNIZING THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF CENTEX TECHNOLOGIES HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E781 E781 [{"name": "John R. Carter", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E781 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E781] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF CENTEX TECHNOLOGIES ______ HON. JOHN R. CARTER of texas in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Centex Technologies as it celebrates 20 years of innovation, growth, and service to the people and businesses of Central Texas. Founded in 2006, Centex Technologies has grown from a local computer consulting firm into a leading provider of information technology, cybersecurity, software development, digital marketing, and government solutions. For two decades, the company has remained committed to delivering innovative technology services while helping businesses and government agencies meet the demands of an evolving digital world. Throughout its history, Centex Technologies has continually expanded its capabilities and presence, opening offices in Dallas, Atlanta, and Austin while broadening its services to better support both private industry and government partners. The company launched its Government Division, established the Texas A&M Forensics Lab to advance cybersecurity and digital forensics, and earned recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies. Its commitment to excellence is further demonstrated through the acquisition of GSA and SeaPort NxG contract vehicles, ISO 9001:2015 certification, and CMMC Level 2 certification. These achievements reflect Centex Technologies' dedication to innovation, quality, and exceptional service. Over the past 20 years, the company has strengthened Texas' technology sector, created jobs, and de…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE781-3 2026-08-10 119 2     COMMEMORATING JAIME ENRIQUE MICHEL VELASCO AND HIS RECORD-BREAKING MAZAPAN HOUSE EXTENSIONS COMMEMORATING E781 E781 [{"name": "J. Luis Correa", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E781 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E781] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] COMMEMORATING JAIME ENRIQUE MICHEL VELASCO AND HIS RECORD-BREAKING MAZAPAN ______ HON. J. LUIS CORREA of california in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate Mr. Jaime Enrique Michel Velasco, and the Dulces de la Rosa company for their achievement of creating the world's largest mazapan. This sweet treat, which is made from ground peanuts and icing sugar, is widely enjoyed throughout Mexico and Latin America and traces its origins back to 16th Century Spain. Despite setting the previous Guinness World Record in 2018 in Guadalajara, Mexico, the Dulces de la Rosa team traveled to California aiming to make history once more. On October 25, 2024, 25 chefs arrived in the City of Santa Ana and proceeded to surpass the previous record. In just six hours, Dulces de la Rosa produced a mazapan that weighed over 23,000 pounds, and measured 11.8 feet in diameter and 5.2 feet tall. This event not only served as a momentous achievement for Dulces de la Rosa and their President, Mr. Velasco, but also as a tribute to the vibrant Mexican culture within the United States. Dulces de la Rosa partnered with ``Los 32 por Mexico y mas,'' a nonprofit dedicated to the preservation of Mexican art, culture, and traditions. This record-setting event acted as a celebration of the culture that unites many of the people in my district and Southern California. It brought together influential Mexican-American leaders, local dignitaries, Mexican officials, and most importantly the local community. Over the duration of the event, thousands o…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE781-4 2026-08-10 119 2     HONORING THE CHAMPAGNE FAMILY AND 100 YEARS OF CHAMPAGNE'S MARCHE HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E781 E782 [{"name": "Clay Higgins", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E781 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E781-E782] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE CHAMPAGNE FAMILY AND 100 YEARS OF CHAMPAGNE'S MARCHE ______ HON. CLAY HIGGINS of louisiana in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. HIGGINS of Louisiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the Champagne family and celebrate the 100th anniversary of Champagne's Marche, a family-owned business that has served the people of Louisiana with exceptional service for three generations exemplifying a commitment to family and community. One hundred years ago, Walter and Alma Champagne opened the doors to a small neighborhood store in Port Barre, Louisiana. It took an entire week before the first customer walked through the door, but the Champagne's never wavered. They earned the community's trust through hard work, fair prices, and good service. The same spirit has guided the Champagne family for a century. Howard and Sarah Champagne expanded the business with a new store in 1979, and Richard and Angela Champagne carried the family tradition into a third generation, growing Champagne's Marche into a destination known for its king cakes, sausage, boudin, chicken salad, and many other Louisiana specialties. Generation after generation, the Champagne family has carried forward the values established in 1926. Today, the fourth generation stands ready to continue that legacy. Champagne's Marche stands as a testament to the enduring strength of Louisiana's family-owned businesses. They create jobs, support local farmers and producers, invest in our communities, and preserve our unique culture. Congratulations to the entire Champagne family on this achievement. May God continue to…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE781 2026-08-10 119 2     HONORING THE CAREER OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL CHRIS MOHAN HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E781 E781 [{"name": "Blake D. Moore", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E781 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E781] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE CAREER OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL CHRIS MOHAN ______ HON. BLAKE D. MOORE of utah in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. MOORE of Utah. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the nearly 40- year career of Lieutenant General Chris Mohan. As his service comes to an end, I'd like to recognize the legacy of exceptional service and leadership that Lieutenant General Mohan leaves behind. Lieutenant General Mohan leaves the Army with a decorated and distinguished career. He earned numerous awards, including the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary medal, and the Humanitarian Service Medal and Meritorious Unit Citation. These awards speak for themselves as, in addition to his deployed service in the Desert Shield, Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom operations. Lieutenant General Mohan's served in numerous command assignments which took him across the country and overseas. I'm especially grateful for his time at the Tooele Army Depot in Tooele, Utah. Since November of 2025, Lieutenant General Mohan has served as the Commanding General of the United States Material Command. His expertise contributed directly to the strength and development of our national security. Our Nation's veterans exemplify the best our country has to offer, and we will always be in a debt of gratitude towards them. I'm proud to recognize Lieutenant General Mohan's career, and to thank h…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE782-2 2026-08-10 119 2     HONORING THE MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART, CHAPTER 711, IN RECOGNITION OF PURPLE HEART DAY HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E782 E782 [{"name": "Susie Lee", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E782 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E782] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART, CHAPTER 711, IN RECOGNITION OF PURPLE HEART DAY ______ HON. SUSIE LEE of nevada in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Ms. LEE of Nevada. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Chapter 711, and to honor all Purple Heart recipients in southern Nevada as we observe Purple Heart Day. Purple Heart Day provides our nation with an opportunity to recognize the extraordinary courage and sacrifice of the men and women who were wounded or killed while serving in defense of the United States. The Purple Heart is one of our nation's oldest and most revered military decorations, representing a legacy of selfless service, resilience, and unwavering devotion to duty. The Military Order of the Purple Heart, Chapter 711, has long served as a steadfast advocate for combat-wounded veterans and their families throughout southern Nevada. Through its commitment to veterans' outreach, mentorship, community service, and support for fellow Purple Heart recipients, the chapter continues to uphold the values of honor, patriotism, and service that define our nation's military. The members of Chapter 711 not only carry the visible and invisible wounds of war with dignity, but they also dedicate themselves to ensuring that no veteran is forgotten. Their leadership strengthens our community, inspires future generations, and reminds us of the tremendous cost of the freedoms we enjoy each day. On Purple Heart Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to every recipient of this distinguished me…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE782-3 2026-08-10 119 2     HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF LYNN BARTELS HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E782 E782 [{"name": "Diana DeGette", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E782 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E782] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF LYNN BARTELS ______ HON. DIANA DeGETTE of colorado in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Ms. DeGETTE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Lynn Bartels, a dear friend and one of Colorado's most respected and influential journalists. For more than two decades, Lynn chronicled the people, events, and decisions that shaped our state. She possessed an insatiable curiosity, a relentless pursuit of the truth, and an unmatched ability to connect with people from every walk of life. Whether covering governors, senators, legislators, or local officials, she approached every story with tenacity, fairness, and integrity. She held public officials accountable without losing sight of their humanity. Colleagues and elected leaders alike admired her encyclopedic knowledge of Colorado politics, her sharp memory, and her remarkable network of sources. Yet beyond her professional accomplishments, it was her authenticity, warmth, and genuine interest in people that earned her widespread admiration and trust. What set Lynn apart was her unwavering commitment to fairness. She did not play favorites, nor did she allow partisanship to shape her reporting. Democrats, Republicans, and Independents knew they would receive the same honest treatment from Lynn. Even those who found themselves the subject of a difficult story respected her because they knew she was guided by a steadfast commitment to the facts and to the public she served. Lynn's influence extended far beyond the newsroom. After her distinguished career in journalism, she continu…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE782-4 2026-08-10 119 2     REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF MARK SILBERT HOUSE EXTENSIONS ALLOTHER E782 E783 [{"name": "John R. Carter", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E782 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E782-E783] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF MARK SILBERT ______ HON. JOHN R. CARTER of texas in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Mark Silbert, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, engineer, and community leader whose life was defined by intellect, integrity, curiosity, and an unwavering commitment to those around him. Mark's pursuit of knowledge and excellence led him to earn advanced degrees in Physical [[Page E783]] Oceanography and Engineering before beginning a distinguished career with ExxonMobil. As a Project Manager, he played a key role in overseeing the design and construction of offshore platforms, earning the respect of his colleagues through his expertise, leadership, and dedication. After retiring in 2006, Mark and his beloved wife, Rosa, made Santa Fe their home, where he continued to be an active and valued member of his community. Throughout his life, Mark embraced every opportunity to learn, compete, and connect with others. A talented athlete, he captained New York University's swim team and enjoyed a lifelong passion for sports, including tennis, fly fishing, and golf. His love of golf led him to serve as Chairman of the Golf Committee, where his commitment and enthusiasm left a lasting impression and the game became a cherished bond he shared with his sons, David and Glenn, and his grandson, Jack. A proud Brooklyn native, Mark shared 58 beautiful years of marriage with Rosa, his childhood sweetheart. Together, they built a life filled with love, adventure, and cherished memor…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE782 2026-08-10 119 2     FLORIDA PIZZA DESTINATION HOUSE EXTENSIONS ALLOTHER E782 E782 [{"name": "Gus M. Bilirakis", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E782 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E782] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] FLORIDA PIZZA DESTINATION ______ HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS of florida in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize something that brings people together across every generation, every background, and every community--pizza. Before I speak about Florida, I want to acknowledge the communities that have built America's remarkable pizza heritage. Places like New York, New Haven, Chicago, Detroit, Old Forge, and many others have shaped the history of pizza in the United States. Their traditions are woven into our Nation's culinary identity and deserve to be celebrated. Florida's story, however, is different. Our state is not seeking to replace these legendary pizza destinations or claim their rich history. Instead, Florida has become something uniquely American--a place where many of our Nation's greatest pizza traditions come together. From Pensacola to Key West, Jacksonville to Tampa Bay, Orlando, Miami, and communities throughout the Sunshine State, talented pizza makers are serving extraordinary New York-style pizza, New Haven apizza, Neapolitan, Detroit-style, Sicilian, Roman, Grandma pies, bar pies, and countless other regional favorites. Many of these artisans trained in America's historic pizza cities before bringing their expertise to Florida. Others have immigrated from Italy and around the world, enriching our state's culinary landscape. Still others are homegrown entrepreneurs who have developed their own distinctive approaches, earning national and international recognition for their craftsmanship. Together, they hav…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE783-2 2026-08-10 119 2     HONORING MARCUS BOWERS HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E783 E783 [{"name": "Michael Guest", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E783 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E783] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING MARCUS BOWERS ______ HON. MICHAEL GUEST of mississippi in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. GUEST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor Marcus Bowers. For more than 45 years, Marcus Bowers has been dedicated to serving his community through sharing small town stories, breaking news, and everyday happenings across Rankin County. Alongside his family, he became owner of the Rankin County News on October 6, 1980, serving as publisher, editor, and advertising manager while leading one of Mississippi's most respected community newspapers. The Rankin County News holds a unique place in Mississippi history as the oldest continuously published newspaper in the state. During the Civil War, when newsprint became scarce, the newspaper continued publishing by printing editions on the back of wallpaper--an enduring symbol of its commitment to keeping citizens informed. In its early years, the paper's circulation extended from Meridian to Vicksburg, serving readers across a large portion of central Mississippi. Under Marcus's leadership, the newspaper embraced a simple philosophy: ``Report the news, don't make the news.'' For more than 45 years, the Rankin County News has documented the history, achievements, challenges, and growth of Rankin County while preserving the stories that define its communities. As Marcus wrote upon announcing the sale of the newspaper, ``A newspaper is a protector for the public.'' Mucus has also been deeply involved in civic service. He served as President of the Mississippi Press Association, representing newspapers acros…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE783-3 2026-08-10 119 2     RECOGNIZING BRIGGS & STRATTON AND THE WORKERS OF POPLAR BLUFF HOUSE EXTENSIONS RECOGNIZING E783 E783 [{"name": "Jason Smith", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E783 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E783] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING BRIGGS & STRATTON AND THE WORKERS OF POPLAR BLUFF ______ HON. JASON SMITH of missouri in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a truly extraordinary achievement by one of Missouri's most dedicated employers--Briggs & Stratton--and to recognize the men and women of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, whose skill, dedication, and hard work have made this moment possible. This past June, the Briggs & Stratton facility in Poplar Bluff achieved a milestone that few manufacturers in American history can claim: the production of its 100 millionth engine. These are the very engines that power lawnmowers and outdoor equipment that families and workers across our nation rely on every single day. Briggs & Stratton is a pillar of the Poplar Bluff community. For nearly four decades, through economic cycles, industry disruptions, and moments of national uncertainty, Briggs & Stratton chose to stay in Poplar Bluff to invest in this community, to employ its residents, and to build something lasting here in the heart of Missouri. The workers of this facility are the true authors of this milestone, with many of them giving decades of their lives to this plant. Look no further than brothers Jerry and Billy Young, who have both dedicated over 30 years of service to this facility. They, alongside so many others who have followed in the footsteps of a parent or relative on these same lines, are the definition of the American worker: skilled, loyal, and proud. The economic impact of this facility on Poplar Bluff and Butler County has been profound…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE783-4 2026-08-10 119 2     REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF WILLIAM "WALLACE" VERNON HOUSE EXTENSIONS ALLOTHER E783 E784 [{"name": "John R. Carter", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E783 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E783-E784] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF WILLIAM ``WALLACE'' VERNON ______ HON. JOHN R. CARTER of texas in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of William ``Wallace'' Vernon, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, businessman, and community leader whose life exemplified faith, integrity, and selfless service. Born in Snyder, Texas, Wallace developed the values of hard work, humility, and leadership that guided him throughout his life. After earning his degree from Texas Tech University, he became a Certified Public Accountant and built a distinguished career with Lott, Vernon & Company, retiring as a respected partner in 2006. Even in retirement, he remained active as a business owner, investor, and mentor. Wallace's greatest passion was serving others. A faithful member of First Baptist Church of Killeen, he devoted decades of leadership to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Texas, helping expand opportunities for thousands of young people. In recognition of his extraordinary commitment, he received the Boys & Girls Clubs of America's Champion of Youth Award in 2011. His service also extended to numerous civic organizations, medical mission trips, and disaster relief efforts, reflecting his lifelong dedication to strengthening his community. Together with his beloved wife of 62 years, Emmadell, Wallace built a home rooted in faith, generosity, and service. He treasured his family and found great joy in encouraging his children and grandchildren, always leading by [[Page E784]] example. Wallace is survived by…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgE783 2026-08-10 119 2     HONORING ABBY LaPOLE HOUSE EXTENSIONS HONORING E783 E783 [{"name": "Emilia Strong Sykes", "role": "speaking"}]   172 Cong. Rec. E783 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E783] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING ABBY LaPOLE ______ HON. EMILIA STRONG SYKES of ohio in the house of representatives Monday, August 10, 2026 Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Abby LaPole of Massillon as Ohio's 13th Congressional District's Champion of the Week for July 27th after being awarded Stark County Girls Athlete of the Year. Abby earned this honor following a historic career at Jackson High School. At this year's Ohio High School Athletic Association's Track and Field Championships, Abby captured her third consecutive state title in girls' seated shot put with a final-attempt throw of 21 feet, 7.5 inches. She leaves high school as a three-time state champion and the all-time Stark County record holder in the event, with her top throw of 23 feet, 5.75 inches this season cementing her place among the best athletes in Stark County history. A dedicated student-athlete, Abby has spent years putting in the work to excel in competition while representing Jackson, Massillon, Stark County, and Ohio's 13th Congressional District with pride. Through her achievements, Abby has shown the strength of adaptive athletics and the opportunities available to athletes who pursue their goals at the highest levels of competition. She embodies why our district is proudly known as the ``Birthplace of Champions.'' I congratulate Abby on this well-deserved recognition and celebrate all she has accomplished. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgH-FrontMatter 2026-08-10 119 2     House of Representatives HOUSE HOUSE FRONTMATTER H5223 H5223     172 Cong. Rec. H5223 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [House] [Page H5223] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] H O U S E O F R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S Vol. 172 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026 No. 131
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgH5223-2 2026-08-10 119 2     The House met at 11 a.m. and was called to order by the Speaker pro tempore (Ms. Foxx). HOUSE HOUSE CALLTOORDER H5223 H5223     172 Cong. Rec. H5223 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [House] [Page H5223] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] The House met at 11 a.m. and was called to order by the Speaker pro tempore (Ms. Foxx). ____________________
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgH5223-3 2026-08-10 119 2     DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE HOUSE HOUSE HDESIGNATION H5223 H5223     172 Cong. Rec. H5223 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [House] [Page H5223] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE The SPEAKER pro tempore laid before the House the following communication from the Speaker: Washington, DC, August 10, 2026. I hereby appoint the Honorable Virginia Foxx, to act as Speaker pro tempore on this day. Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House of Representatives. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgH5223-4 2026-08-10 119 2     PRAYER HOUSE HOUSE PRAYER H5223 H5223     172 Cong. Rec. H5223 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [House] [Page H5223] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PRAYER Reverend John Kellogg, Christ Church Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C., offered the following prayer: Almighty God, we give thanks for this Nation, for the privilege of calling it our home. We thank You also for the men and women who offer themselves in service as Representatives in Congress. Grant them courage, resilience, and wisdom to meet the challenges before them. Bless their families, their staffs, and all who serve in this Capitol on behalf of our Nation. It is with grateful hearts that we pray. Amen. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgH5223-5 2026-08-10 119 2     THE JOURNAL HOUSE HOUSE HJOURNAL H5223 H5223     172 Cong. Rec. H5223 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [House] [Page H5223] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] THE JOURNAL The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 13 of rule I, the Journal of the last day's proceedings is approved. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgH5223-6 2026-08-10 119 2     PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE HOUSE HOUSE PLEDGE H5223 H5223     172 Cong. Rec. H5223 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [House] [Page H5223] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair will lead the House in the Pledge of Allegiance. The SPEAKER pro tempore led the Pledge of Allegiance as follows: I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgH5223-7 2026-08-10 119 2     MESSAGE FROM THE SENATE HOUSE HOUSE HMESSAGE H5223 H5224   [{"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "289"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "434"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "494"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "850"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1276"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1525"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1838"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2069"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2196"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2398"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2542"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2666"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2667"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3266"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3897"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3977"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "4472"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "4850"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "5334"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "5366"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6500"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5223 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [House] [Pages H5223-H5224] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] MESSAGE FROM THE SENATE A message from the Senate by Mr. Ferrari, one of its clerks, announced that the Senate has passed without amendment bills of the House of the following titles: H.R. 1276. An act to remove restrictions from a parcel of land in Paducah, Kentucky. H.R. 2069. An act to amend the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 to ensure that other transaction agreements are reported to USAspending.gov, and for other purposes. H.R. 2196. An act to provide for an extension of the legislative authority of the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs. H.R. 5366. An act to amend the Internal Revenue code of 1986 to codify and extend the rules for personal casualty losses arising from major disasters and the rules for the exclusion from gross income of compensation for losses or damages resulting from certain wildfires. The message also announced that the Senate has passed with amendments in which the concurrence of the House is requested, bills of the House of the following titles: H.R. 5334. An act to amend the Internal Revenue code of 1986 to allow early childhood educators to take the educators expense deduction, and for other purposes. H.R. 6500. An act to extend duty-free treatment provided with respect to imports from certain countries in Africa under the African Growth and Opportunity Act, to extend customs user fees, and for other purposes. The message also announced that the Senate has passed bills of the following titles in which the concurrence of the House is requested: …
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgH5224-2 2026-08-10 119 2     EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, ETC. HOUSE HOUSE EXECUTIVECOMM H5224 H5229     172 Cong. Rec. H5224 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [House] [Pages H5224-H5229] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, ETC. Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive communications were taken from the Speaker's table and referred as follows: EC-4273. A letter from the Administrator, Specialty Crops Program, Agricultural Marketing Service, Department of Agriculture, transmitting the Department's interim final rule -- Clingstone Peach Diversion Program; Amendment of Program Regulations [Doc. No.: AMS-SC-26-0496] (RIN: 0581-AE58) received August 4, 2026, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Agriculture. EC-4274. A letter from the General Counsel, Farm Credit Administration, transmitting the Administration's final rule -- Loan Performance Categories and Financial Reporting (RIN: 3052-AD63) received July 31, 2026, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Agriculture. EC-4275. A communication from the President of the United States, transmitting notification of the President's intent to exempt all military personnel accounts from the Sequestration Order in Fiscal Year 2027, pursuant to 2 U.S.C. 905(f); Public Law 99-177, Sec. 255(f) (as amended by Public Law 105-33, Sec. 10207(b)); (111 Stat. 705) (H. Doc. No. 119--184); to the Committee on Appropriations and ordered to be printed. EC-4276. A letter from the Director, Office of Management and Budget, Executive office of The President, transmitting FY 2027 Budget amendments for the Departments of Agriculture, Education, Health and Human Services, Homeland Security, Labor, State, and War as well as the Small Business …
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgH5224 2026-08-10 119 2     ADJOURNMENT HOUSE HOUSE ADJOURNMENT H5224 H5224     172 Cong. Rec. H5224 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [House] [Page H5224] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ADJOURNMENT The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 13 of rule I, the House stands adjourned until 9 a.m. on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Thereupon (at 11 o'clock and 2 minutes a.m.), under its previous order, the House adjourned until Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 9 a.m. ____________________
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgH5229-2 2026-08-10 119 2     MEMORIALS HOUSE HOUSE HMEMORIALS H5229 H5230   [{"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "9"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "11"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "30"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "40"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "55"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "57"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "58"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "59"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "70"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "139"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "179"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5229 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [House] [Pages H5229-H5230] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] MEMORIALS Under clause 3 of rule XII, memorials were presented and referred as follows: ML-114. The SPEAKER presented a memorial of the Legislature of the State of Louisiana, relative to Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 40, to memorialize the Congress of the United States to ensure the timely passage of appropriation measures that fully fund and align with the National Defense Authorization Act in order to support the readiness, stability, and well-being of United States military personnel and their families; to the Committee on Appropriations. ML-115. Also, a memorial of the Legislature of the State of Louisiana, relative to Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 59, to memorialize the Congress of the United States to reevaluate and redraw flood-risk maps and systems upon fifty percent completion of the Comite River Diversion Canal Project and decrease insurance rates based on mitigation progress in Louisiana; to the Committee on Financial Services. ML-116. Also, a memorial of the Legislature of the State of Hawaii, relative to Senate Resolution No. 179, requesting the President of the United States and Congress to supply Ukraine with the weapons needed to fully defend itself against Russian attacks [[Page H5230]] and retake its territory as recognized by international law; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. ML-117. Also, a memorial of the Legislature of the State of Hawaii, relative to Senate Resolution 9, requesting the United States Congress to pass legislation to amend the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, and gend…
CREC-2026-08-10-pt1-PgH5229 2026-08-10 119 2     PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS HOUSE HOUSE HPUBBILLS H5229 H5229   [{"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "213"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "214"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1480"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10070"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10071"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10072"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10073"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10074"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10075"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10076"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10077"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10078"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10079"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10080"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "10081"}] 172 Cong. Rec. H5229 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 131 (Monday, August 10, 2026)] [House] [Page H5229] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS Under clause 2 of rule XII, public bills and resolutions of the following titles were introduced and severally referred, as follows: By Mr. BARR (for himself and Mr. McGuire): H.R. 10070. A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to expand the eligibility of border patrol agents for certain overtime pay, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. By Mr. CISNEROS (for himself and Ms. Velazquez): H.R. 10071. A bill to direct the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to reinstate and extend participation in the 8(a) Program for certain concerns, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Small Business. By Mrs. FISCHBACH: H.R. 10072. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals entitled to Medicare Part A to make contributions to health savings accounts; to the Committee on Ways and Means. By Mr. HUFFMAN (for himself, Mr. Buchanan, Mr. Fitzpatrick, Mr. Casten, and Mr. Krishnamoorthi): H.R. 10073. A bill to assist in the conservation of critically endangered species in foreign countries, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources. By Ms. KING-HINDS: H.R. 10074. A bill to provide for the specific allocation of certain funding made available in accordance with the Covenant to Establish a Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands in Political Union with the United States of America, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources. By Mr. LaHOOD (for himself, Mr. Panetta, Mr. Moore of Utah, and Mr. Suo…

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