{time}  1950

  Mr. MAST. Mr. Speaker, as we speak, we have the best chance for peace
between Israel, Lebanon, and the United States of America that has
existed in decades. There is a framework in place that has been met
between Israel, Lebanon, and the United States of America. The one
holdout is Hezbollah.
  This resolution does absolutely nothing to help garner that peace.
This resolution only seeks to embolden Hezbollah. That is the only
thing that it does because, again, as was pointed out by my colleague--
and I appreciate him saying this very firmly; he was very clear about
this--there are no U.S. forces engaged in hostilities.
  Do we train Lebanese armed forces? Yes, we do. Do we provide
intelligence? Yes, we do. We don't have forces engaged there, but we
are working for a peace that has evaded the world for decades, and we
are closer than ever.
  Mr. Speaker, I would encourage a ``no'' vote against this resolution
because, again, it is simply undermining the peace process and really,
actually serves no purpose because it asks that we remove forces that
are not present.
  Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.
  The SPEAKER pro tempore. All time for debate has expired.
  Pursuant to the order of the House of today, the previous question is
ordered on the concurrent resolution.
  The question is on adoption of the concurrent resolution.
  The question was taken; and the Speaker pro tempore announced that
the noes appeared to have it.
  Mr. MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, on that I demand the yeas and nays.
  The yeas and nays were ordered.
  The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX, further
proceedings on this question are postponed.

                RECOGNIZING ED SHEEHAN ON HIS RETIREMENT

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize
Ed Sheehan, president and CEO of Concurrent Technologies Corporation.
Ed will retire this week, leaving a position he has committed many
years to.
  For more than three decades, Ed's commitment to excellence has helped
CTC become a leader in applied scientific research and development. In
his position, he has helped foster a culture of innovation and
collaboration, strengthening the company and its workforce.
  Ed's leadership extends well beyond CTC, having served as chair and
on the board of directors of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and
Industry, the United Way of Pennsylvania, and president of the
Pennsylvania Society.
  Ed also served as a member of the Pennsylvania State Board of
Education for 5 years. Mr. Speaker, I applaud Ed for his role in
supporting the Commonwealth's students and teachers.
  It has been a privilege to get to know Ed and his wife, Julie, over
the years. He is a great community leader and an even better friend. I
congratulate Ed on his retirement.

                          THANKING JESSICA LEE

  (Ms. KELLY of Illinois asked and was given permission to address the
House for 1 minute.)
  Ms. KELLY of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank my
communications director, Jessica Lee, for her service to my office and
the Second Congressional District of Illinois.
  Jessica came to my office from Giffords, bringing a steady commitment
to public service and community safety that has shaped everything she
touches.
  Jessica excelled at elevating the stories of those who were too often
overlooked and felt powerless. She brought national attention to moms
forced into dangerous births and families who continue to lose loved
ones due to gun violence.
  She is small but mighty, quiet in presence, but always exactly where
she is needed when the work demands it. Somewhere along the way, in
studio and during filming, she started calling me ``One Take Kelly,'' a
title I will accept with pride.
  Jessica's leadership and good humor have made this office and the
softball team stronger. I am deeply grateful for her service, and I
wish her every success in her next chapter and beyond.

                    REMEMBERING MARY ROSS CUNNINGHAM

  (Mr. SCHNEIDER asked and was given permission to address the House
for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. SCHNEIDER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and remember a
remarkable community leader and a dear personal friend, Mary Ross
Cunningham.
  Born in rural Alabama on November 19, 1945, one of 22 children, Mary
was a force of nature, larger than life, with the biggest of hearts,
and the most indomitable of spirits.
  For more than two decades, in her hometown of Waukegan, Illinois, and
across Lake County, she served her community with dignity and grace,
fiercely advocating for those whom she represented.
  Mary was first elected to the Lake County board in 2002, and in 2018
was elected by her colleagues to be county board vice chair.
  She moved to Waukegan, Illinois, in the 1960s with her husband,
Samuel, to start her family. Tragically, Samuel was murdered in 1968,
and Mary was left to raise their four children alone. She raised four
incredible children: Emerson, Sam, Jackie, and the late Alvin.
  Mary epitomized public service and was a fierce advocate for her
constituents. She fought to expand access to affordable housing and
quality healthcare, and she was an unwavering voice for those
experiencing homelessness.
  Her commitment to equity and justice was matched only by her love of
community.
  Mary leaves behind an extraordinary legacy. I will miss her as a
colleague and a mentor, but most as a friend.
  I send my deepest condolences to the entire Cunningham family and the
community mourning a great loss. May her memory forever be a blessing.

                      HONORING THE CAMDEN PHARMACY

  (Under the Speaker's announced policy of January 3, 2025, Mr. Carter
of Georgia was recognized for 60 minutes as the designee of the
majority leader.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Camden
Pharmacy in St. Marys, Georgia, as it celebrates its 20th anniversary
on June 13, 2026.
  For two decades, Camden Pharmacy has served the people of Camden
County with personalized community-focused healthcare. Located across
from Camden Medical Center, the pharmacy offers prescription services,
over-the-counter medications, wound care supplies, veterinary
medications, long-term care and hospice services, and much more.
  Under the leadership of pharmacist Anthony Kicklighter, Camden
Pharmacy has built a reputation for exceptional service and a
commitment to caring for every patient who walks through its doors.
  As a pharmacist myself, I understand the importance of forming a
reliable repute within one's community, and Anthony has done great work
for the people of St. Marys.
  I am happy to congratulate Anthony and the entire Camden Pharmacy
team on 20 years of dedicated service to our community and wishing them
continued success in the years ahead.

                          Honoring Paul Watkin

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Paul R.
Watkin, as he retires from Federal service after an extraordinary 48
years of dedicated service to our Nation.
  Mr. Watkin began his distinguished career in 1978 with Company C, 1st
Ranger Battalion, 75th Infantry Regiment, where he served with honor
and distinction in some of our Nation's most challenging operations.
  While serving, he deployed in Operation Eagle Claw, the 1980 mission
to rescue 53 American hostages in Iran, and later participated in
Operation Urgent Fury in Grenada.
  After earning both the Ranger and Special Forces Tabs and serving 7
years

in the special operations community, he became a senior
counterintelligence special agent and retired honorably from the U.S.
Army in 2000.
  Mr. Watkin transitioned directly into Federal civil service, serving
in key security and intelligence leadership positions across the Army.
  Mr. Watkin has served our Nation faithfully, and I wish him the best
in the next chapter of his life.