MORNING-HOUR DEBATE

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to the order of the House of
January 6, 2026, the Chair will now recognize Members from lists
submitted by the majority and minority leaders for morning-hour debate.
  The Chair will alternate recognition between the parties, with time
equally allocated between the parties and each Member other than the
majority and minority leaders and the minority whip limited to 5
minutes, but in no event shall debate continue beyond 11:50 a.m.

                     RECOGNIZING CHEYENNE PETERSON

  (Mr. Comer of Kentucky was recognized to address the House for 5
minutes.)
  Mr. COMER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize an outstanding
young Kentuckian from the First Congressional District, Cheyenne
Peterson of Pembroke, an 11th grade student whose artwork was selected
as a winner in the America 250 Student Art Contest.
  Cheyenne's piece, titled 250 Years of Freedom, reflects a deep
appreciation for our Nation's history and the blessings of liberty that
generations of Americans have worked to preserve.
  Through her talent and creativity, she has captured the spirit of
patriotism and civic pride that defines the Commonwealth of Kentucky
and communities across our Nation.
  I am proud to represent Cheyenne and her family in Congress, and I am
inspired by her commitment to honoring America's story through art.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating
Cheyenne Peterson on this remarkable achievement and wishing her
continued success in all of her future endeavors.

                      Importance of Valid Voter ID

  Mr. COMER. Madam Speaker, I rise to implore our colleagues in the
Senate to pass the SAVE Act.
  We have passed this final bill here in the House several months ago,
and it has been sitting in the Senate collecting dust. We in Congress
have many ideological differences. The importance of a valid voter ID
should not be one of those differences. After all, to enter the brand-
new Obama Presidential Library, you are required to present a valid ID.
  I am a Member of Congress, and, obviously, this is my workplace.
Before I arrived yesterday, I had to show an ID at the TSA line at the
Louisville airport, then show an ID to check in at a hotel, then show
my ID to get through the barrier gate around the Capitol, and, finally,
I had to show my ID to enter the Rayburn House Office Building.
  Yet, there are Members of Congress who do not want to support a law
to make it a requirement to show an ID to vote. Why?
  I will tell you why I think it is. It is because they want to be able
to cheat in elections. How? Perhaps by allowing people to vote who are
not legal residents of the United States. That is a theory a lot of
people have who support the SAVE Act.
  Madam Speaker, that is wrong, and it is why many Americans have lost
confidence in our electoral process.
  My message to the U.S. Senate is to do their job and pass the SAVE
Act.

           Honoring the Life and Legacy of Dale ``Frog'' Ford

  Mr. COMER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy
of my friend, Sheriff Dale ``Frog'' Ford, a devoted public servant,
respected law enforcement officer, and cherished member of the Monroe
County community.
  Sheriff Ford dedicated his life to serving and protecting the people
of his hometown. For 48 years, he wore the badge with pride, integrity,
and an unwavering sense of duty.
  Over the course of his distinguished career, Sheriff Ford served the
citizens of Tompkinsville as chief of police for 10 years and later as
sheriff of Monroe County for 12 years. In every role he held, Sheriff
Ford earned the trust and respect of those he served through his steady
leadership, fairness, and deep commitment to the community.
  I offer my sincerest condolences to his wife of 21 years, Ronda; his
children, Kimberly, Chris, and Sean; his step-children, Shelby and
Alex; and his eight grandchildren.
  Sheriff Ford's service, courage, and leadership have set an example
for future generations of law enforcement officers. With his passing,
Monroe County lost a beloved and legendary figure who will never be
forgotten.

         HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF CHRISTINE ASHLEY DAVIS

  (Mr. Kennedy of New York was recognized to address the House for 5
minutes.)
  Mr. KENNEDY of New York. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the
remarkable life and legacy of Mother Christine Ashley Davis,
affectionately known as Granny, who passed away on April 18, 2026, at
the age of 99.

  Born in Macon, Georgia, on September 4, 1926, to Adrian Ashley and
Mamie Holliman, she built a life centered around compassion and
service.
  She brought those values to Buffalo in 1945, becoming a deeply
respected leader in our community. Singing every Sunday in the choir at
Calvary Baptist, dedicating herself to the missionary board at White
Rock Baptist, and later becoming a beloved spiritual mother to multiple
fellowships, she served God not only in word but in action.
  Christine mentored generations of believers and brought that same
devotion to her professional life, working for decades as a senior
receptionist at several community centers across the region and also
spending time with the Erie County Board of Elections.
  Beyond her contributions to our great region, her greatest joy was
her family. She and her late husband, Willie A. Davis, Sr., raised 12
wonderful children, laying the foundation for a remarkable family
legacy that grew to include 38 grandchildren, 78 great-grandchildren,
12 great-great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-great-grandchildren.
  Her family and friends will forever remember her radiant smile and
the genuineness of her spirit. She was a woman who loved to dance and
spend time with her friends, particularly playing cards with her loved
ones, a pastime she enjoyed while wearing a backward baseball cap.
  Mother Christine Ashley Davis showed us all how to live with immense
kindness and respect for others.
  On behalf of a grateful community and nation, I ask my colleagues to
join me in offering sincere condolences to her family as they reflect
and celebrate on her extraordinary life.
  May Granny, Mother Christine Ashley Davis, rest in peace.

                Congratulating Dr. Willie Underwood III

  Mr. KENNEDY of New York. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate
Dr. Willie Underwood III of Buffalo, New York, who was sworn in to
serve as the 181st president of the American Medical Association on
June 9, 2026.
  A respected urological surgeon, public health expert, and advocate
for equitable care, Dr. Underwood has spent over two decades serving
patients in Buffalo and is the second urologist and third Black
physician to serve as AMA president.
  Dr. Underwood is a graduate of Morehouse College and earned his
master's degrees from the State University of New York Upstate Medical
University, and the University of Michigan School of Public Health.
  Dr. Underwood completed medical training in general and urological
surgery at The University of Connecticut Health Center and was one of
the first five urologists to be admitted into the prestigious Robert
Wood Johnson Foundation Clinical Scholars Program.
  During his inaugural address as AMA president, Dr. Underwood reminded
us that advocating for patients also means advocating for the
physicians who care for them, ensuring they have the support,
resources, and environment needed to meet the growing demands of this
moment.
  Dr. Underwood's leadership comes at a critical moment, as doctors and
patients alike face rising costs, workforce shortages, and shrinking
Federal support.
  With Dr. Underwood at the helm, the AMA is in strong, steady hands,
and I know that together we can build a healthcare system that works
for both patients and providers.
  Western New York is proud to call Dr. Willie Underwood III one of our
own, and we are excited for the rest of the country to share in the
benefits of his work.
  On behalf of a grateful nation and community, I congratulate my good
friend Dr. Willie Underwood.