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SEC. 7. BYLAWS. 
The Board shall adopt, consistent with this Act and 
with concurrence from the Secretary, an appropriate by-
laws, charter or operating model that shall describe— 
(1) the operational structure of the Bank, in-
cluding the banks powers and limitation; 
(2) a description of the Bank’s fund and ac-
count structure; 
(3) procedures for payments and defaults; and 
(4) minimum borrower requirements. 
SEC. 8. SECURITY. 
(a) AID INTERCEPTION.—An interception of any 
Federal aid intended for a United States territory that 
has defaulted on an obligation to the Bank may be imple-
mented, subject to the following conditions— 
(1) the Federal aid to be intercepted was ex-
plicit in the debt instrument signed by the territorial 
customer and the Bank; 
(2) the member or members of the Board ap-
pointed by the Secretary agreed to the specific des-
ignation in the debt instrument of sources of Fed-
eral aid that would be intercepted; 
(3) the Bank provides the Secretary with writ-
ten certification of the default and a request to 
intercept the Federal Aid, and sends notice of the 
certification to the territorial customer; and 
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(4) the Bank provides notice to the Federal de-
partments or agencies administering those funds 
payable to the territorial customer that were explicit 
in the debt instrument. 
(b) DIRECTED PAYMENT.—Following receipt of the 
written certification from the Bank provided for in sub-
section (a), the Secretary shall notify the Secretary of the 
Treasury of the default and the Federal aid to be inter-
cepted. The Secretary of the Treasury shall pay the Fed-
eral aid funds that are intercepted to the Bank on the 
account of the territorial customer to defray principal and 
interest owed according the debt instrument. 
SEC. 9. REPORTS. 
The Bank shall prepare and submit to each official 
who has appointed a member of the Board a report on 
activities of the Bank for the preceding calendar year, and 
an audit of its books and accounts by in independent cer-
tified public accountant, within 90 days of the end of the 
calendar year. The report and audit shall be made avail-
able by request to the public. 
SEC. 10. UNITED STATES AND TERRITORIAL GOVERN-
MENTS NOT OBLIGATED. 
(a) UNITED STATES NOT OBLIGATED.—The deposit 
of Federal funds into the Bank established under this Act 
shall not be construed as a commitment, guarantee, or ob-
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SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 
This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Wild Monongahela Act: 
A National Legacy for West Virginia’s Special Places’’. 
SEC. 2. DESIGNATION OF WILDERNESS, MONONGAHELA NA-
TIONAL FOREST, WEST VIRGINIA. 
(a) DESIGNATION.—In furtherance of the purposes of 
the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et seq.), the following 
Federal lands within the Monongahela National Forest in 
the State of West Virginia are designated as wilderness 
and as either a new component of the National Wilderness 
Preservation System or as an addition to an existing com-
ponent of the National Wilderness Preservation System: 
(1) Certain Federal land comprising approxi-
mately 5,144 acres, as generally depicted on the 
map entitled ‘‘Big Draft Proposed Wilderness’’ and 
dated March 11, 2008, which shall be known as the 
‘‘Big Draft Wilderness’’. 
(2) Certain Federal land comprising approxi-
mately 11,951 acres, as generally depicted on the 
map entitled ‘‘Cranberry Expansion Proposed Wil-
derness’’ and dated March 11, 2008, which shall be 
added to and administered as part of the Cranberry 
Wilderness designated by section 1(1) of Public Law 
97–466 (96 Stat. 2538). 
(3) Certain Federal land comprising approxi-
mately 7,156 acres, as generally depicted on the
ligation on the part of the United States to any third 
party, nor shall any third party have any right against 
the United States for payment solely by virtue of the con-
tribution. Any security or debt-financing instrument 
issued by the infrastructure bank shall expressly state that 
the security or instrument does not constitute a commit-
ment, guarantee, or obligation of the United States. 
(b) 
OBLIGATIONS
OF
TERRITORIAL
GOVERN-
MENTS.—A territorial customer is liable only for its obli-
gations to the Bank, and not for the obligations and ac-
tions of the Bank. 
SEC. 11. LOCAL AUTHORITY. 
Prior to a territory receiving financial assistance from 
the Bank, the Governor of the territory must sign or con-
cur in a certification that the territory has appropriate 
legal authority to avail itself of the financial assistance 
offered by the Bank. 
SEC. 12. ADMINISTRATION. 
(a) EXPENSES.—All expenses incurred by the Bank 
in carrying out the purposes of this Act shall be payable 
solely from revenues or fees collected by the Bank, except 
as provided in section 6(a) of this Act. 
(b) SURETY BONDS.—The following surety bonds to 
be paid by the Bank shall be required of the officials of 
the Bank— 
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(1) $50,000 for the Chairman of the Board; 
(2) $50,000 for the President of the Bank; and 
(3) $25,000 for a member of the Board. 
SEC. 13. TAX EXEMPTION. 
All activities, instruments, property, and income of 
the Bank shall be exempt from all manner of Federal, 
State, and local taxation. 
SEC. 14. ADDITIONAL PARTICIPATION. 
(a) EXTENDED ELIGIBILITY.—After the initial 5 
years of the Bank’s existence, the Secretary, with the con-
currence of each of the Governors of the American Samoa, 
Guam, the United States Virgin Islands, and the Com-
monwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, may invite 
the governor of another United States territory to appoint 
a member of the Board and, at such time as the new mem-
ber has been appointed, extend eligibility to that territory 
for Bank services. 
(b) VOTING MEMBERS.—If the number of voting 
members on the Board is an even number, the Secretary 
shall appoint another member. 
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IV 
110TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 373 
Authorizing Frank Woodruff Buckles to lie in honor in the rotunda of the 
Capitol upon his death. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JUNE 18, 2008 
Mrs. CAPITO (for herself and Mr. BUYER) submitted the following concurrent 
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Authorizing Frank Woodruff Buckles to lie in honor in the 
rotunda of the Capitol upon his death. 
Whereas the veterans of the First World War fought bravely 
and made heroic sacrifices for the Allied forces; and 
Whereas past resolutions have sought authorization for 
American heroes to lie in honor in the rotunda of the 
Capitol upon an individual’s passing, it is the Nation’s 
collective desire to express its gratitude for the service of 
all World War I veterans by making it known to that 
war’s last American survivor the honor it wishes to be-
stow on him before he passes: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), 
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SECTION 1. HONORING FRANK WOODRUFF BUCKLES. 
(a) IN GENERAL.—In recognition of the historic con-
tributions of United States veterans who served in the 
First World War, Frank Woodruff Buckles, the last sur-
viving United States veteran of the First World War, shall 
be permitted to lie in honor in the rotunda of the Capitol 
upon his death, so that the citizens of the United States 
may pay their last respects to this great American. 
(b) IMPLEMENTATION.—The Architect of the Capitol, 
under the direction and supervision of the President pro 
tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of 
Representatives, shall take the necessary steps to imple-
ment subsection (a). 
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information exempted from disclosure under 
section 552 of title 5, United States Code, and 
section 552a of title 5, United States Code) on 
the Internet Web site of the Food and Drug 
Administration, the information described in 
clauses (i) and (ii) of subparagraph (A) as soon 
as practicable after the Secretary makes such 
determination, certification, or waiver, but in no 
case later than the date of such meeting. 
‘‘(d) PUBLIC RECORD.—The Secretary shall ensure 
that the public record and transcript of each meeting of 
an advisory committee includes the disclosure required 
under subsection (c)(3) (other than information exempted 
from disclosure under section 552 of title 5, United States 
Code, and section 552a of title 5, United States Code). 
‘‘(e) ANNUAL REPORT.—Not later than February 1 
of each year, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee 
on Appropriations and the Committee on Health, Edu-
cation, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate, and the Com-
mittee on Appropriations and the Committee on Energy 
and Commerce of the House of Representatives a report 
that describes— 
‘‘(1) with respect to the fiscal year that ended 
on September 30 of the previous year, the number 
of vacancies on each advisory committee, the number 
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107TH CONGRESS
1ST SESSION
H. R. 2924
AN ACT
To provide authority to the Federal Power Marketing Admin-
istrations to reduce vandalism and destruction of prop-
erty, and for other purposes.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa-
tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,
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of nominees received for each committee, and the 
number of such nominees willing to serve; 
‘‘(2) with respect to such year, the aggregate 
number of disclosures required under subsection 
(c)(3) for each meeting of each advisory committee 
and the percentage of individuals to whom such dis-
closures did not apply who served on such committee 
for each such meeting; 
‘‘(3) with respect to such year, the number of 
times the disclosures required under subsection 
(c)(3) occurred under subparagraph (B) of such sub-
section; and 
‘‘(4) how the Secretary plans to reduce the 
number of vacancies reported under paragraph (1) 
during the fiscal year following such year, and mech-
anisms to encourage the nomination of individuals 
for service on an advisory committee, including those 
who are classified by the Food and Drug Adminis-
tration as academicians or practitioners. 
‘‘(f) PERIODIC REVIEW
OF GUIDANCE.—Not less 
than once every 5 years, the Secretary shall review guid-
ance of the Food and Drug Administration regarding con-
flict of interest waiver determinations with respect to advi-
sory committees and update such guidance as necessary.’’. 
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110TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 375 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Whereas the year 2009 represents the 400th Anniversary of 
Galileo’s astronomical use of the telescope; 
Whereas the year 2009 has been designated the International 
Year of Astronomy (IYA) by the United Nations and 
UNESCO; 
Whereas astronomical observations and discoveries have pro-
found 
implications 
for 
the 
development 
of
•HCON 375 EH 
science, philosophy, culture, and our general conception 
of our place in the Universe; 
Whereas astronomy is one of the oldest basic sciences and 
contributes fundamentally to the ultimate context of all 
other sciences; 
Whereas astronomy and astronomical discoveries continue to 
capture the imagination of the American people; 
Whereas the United States is the home of the most advanced 
astronomical research in the world; 
Whereas the many creative programs and activities planned 
in the United States for IYA 2009 are strongly supported 
by the staff, missions, and observatories of the National 
Science Foundation and the National Aeronautics and 
Space Administration; 
Whereas science and technology awareness and education 
play a critical role in the economic success of the United 
States; and 
Whereas the astronomical sciences inspire students to study 
science, mathematics, engineering, and technology: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That the Congress— 
(1) honors the goal of the International Year of 
Astronomy to celebrate astronomical discoveries; 
(2) encourages the public to participate in IYA 
celebrations and activities and discover more about 
the Universe and the science of astronomy; and
•HCON 375 EH 
(3) applauds the efforts of the employees, cen-
ters, and laboratories of the National Aeronautics 
and Space Administration and the National Science 
Foundation in promoting public understanding of 
the astronomical sciences during the celebration of 
the International Year of Astronomy. 
Passed the House of Representatives July 9, 2008. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
110TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 375 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
To honor the goal of the International Year of 
Astronomy, and for other purposes.
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‘‘(dd) whether the trial ac-
cepts healthy volunteers; 
‘‘(ee) 
overall 
recruitment 
status; 
‘‘(ff) individual site status; 
and 
‘‘(gg) in the case of an ap-
plicable drug clinical trial, if the 
drug is not approved under sec-
tion 505 of the Federal Food, 
Drug, and Cosmetic Act or li-
censed under section 351 of this 
Act, specify whether or not there 
is expanded access to the drug 
under section 561 of the Federal 
Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act 
for those who do not qualify for 
enrollment in the clinical trial 
and how to obtain information 
about such access; 
‘‘(III) location and contact infor-
mation, including— 
‘‘(aa) the name of the spon-
sor; 
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IV 
110TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 375 
To honor the goal of the International Year of Astronomy, and for other 
purposes. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JUNE 20, 2008 
Ms. GIFFORDS submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was 
referred to the Committee on Science and Technology 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
To honor the goal of the International Year of Astronomy, 
and for other purposes. 
Whereas the year 2009 represents the 400th Anniversary of 
Galileo’s astronomical use of the telescope; 
Whereas the year 2009 has been designated the International 
Year of Astronomy (IYA) by the United Nations and 
UNESCO; 
Whereas astronomical observations and discoveries have pro-
found implications for the development of science, philos-
ophy, culture, and our general conception of our place in 
the Universe; 
Whereas astronomy is one of the oldest basic sciences and 
contributes fundamentally to the ultimate context of all 
other sciences; 
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•HCON 375 IH 
Whereas astronomy and astronomical discoveries continue to 
capture the imagination of the American people; 
Whereas the United States is the home of the most advanced 
astronomical research in the world; 
Whereas the many creative programs and activities planned 
in the United States for IYA 2009 are strongly supported 
by the staff, missions, and observatories of the National 
Science Foundation and the National Aeronautics and 
Space Administration; 
Whereas science and technology awareness and education 
play a critical role in the economic success of the United 
States; and 
Whereas the astronomical sciences inspire students to study 
science, mathematics, engineering, and technology: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That the Congress— 
(1) honors the goal of the International Year of 
Astronomy to celebrate astronomical discoveries; 
(2) encourages the public to participate in IYA 
celebrations and activities and discover more about 
the Universe and the science of astronomy; and 
(3) applauds the efforts of the employees, cen-
ters, and laboratories of the National Aeronautics 
and Space Administration and the National Science 
Foundation in promoting public understanding of 
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the astronomical sciences during the celebration of 
the International Year of Astronomy. 
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III 
110TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 375 
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES 
JULY 10 (legislative day, JULY 9), 2008 
Received and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and 
Transportation 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
To honor the goal of the International Year of Astronomy, 
and for other purposes. 
Whereas the year 2009 represents the 400th Anniversary of 
Galileo’s astronomical use of the telescope; 
Whereas the year 2009 has been designated the International 
Year of Astronomy (IYA) by the United Nations and 
UNESCO; 
Whereas astronomical observations and discoveries have pro-
found 
implications 
for 
the 
development 
of 
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science, philosophy, culture, and our general conception 
of our place in the Universe; 
Whereas astronomy is one of the oldest basic sciences and 
contributes fundamentally to the ultimate context of all 
other sciences; 
Whereas astronomy and astronomical discoveries continue to 
capture the imagination of the American people; 
Whereas the United States is the home of the most advanced 
astronomical research in the world; 
Whereas the many creative programs and activities planned 
in the United States for IYA 2009 are strongly supported 
by the staff, missions, and observatories of the National 
Science Foundation and the National Aeronautics and 
Space Administration; 
Whereas science and technology awareness and education 
play a critical role in the economic success of the United 
States; and 
Whereas the astronomical sciences inspire students to study 
science, mathematics, engineering, and technology: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That the Congress— 
(1) honors the goal of the International Year of 
Astronomy to celebrate astronomical discoveries; 
(2) encourages the public to participate in IYA 
celebrations and activities and discover more about 
the Universe and the science of astronomy; and 
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(3) applauds the efforts of the employees, cen-
ters, and laboratories of the National Aeronautics 
and Space Administration and the National Science 
Foundation in promoting public understanding of 
the astronomical sciences during the celebration of 
the International Year of Astronomy. 
Passed the House of Representatives July 9, 2008. 
Attest: 
LORRAINE C. MILLER, 
Clerk. 
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‘‘(bb) the responsible party, 
by official title; and 
‘‘(cc) the facility name and 
facility contact information (in-
cluding the city, State, and zip 
code for each clinical trial loca-
tion, 
or 
a 
toll-free 
number 
through which such location in-
formation may be accessed); and 
‘‘(IV) administrative data (which 
the Secretary may make publicly 
available as necessary), including— 
‘‘(aa) the unique protocol 
identification number; 
‘‘(bb) other protocol identi-
fication numbers, if any; and 
‘‘(cc) the Food and Drug 
Administration 
IND/IDE 
pro-
tocol number and the record 
verification date. 
‘‘(iii) 
MODIFICATIONS.—The 
Sec-
retary may by regulation modify the re-
quirements for clinical trial information 
under this paragraph, if the Secretary pro-
vides a rationale for why such a modifica-
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110TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 376 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Whereas the Boston Celtics are one of the most successful 
and respected franchises in the history of professional 
sports; 
Whereas prior to the 2007–2008 season, the Celtics had won 
16 National Basketball Association (NBA) champion-
ships, more than any other team in NBA history, with 
a 
cast 
of 
players 
that, 
over 
the 
years, 
has
‘‘(3) ALLOCATIONS TO COASTAL MUNICIPAL PO-
LITICAL
SUBDIVISIONS.—The initial allocation to 
each coastal county-equivalent political subdivision 
under paragraph (2) shall be further allocated to the 
coastal county-equivalent political subdivision and 
any coastal municipal political subdivisions located 
partially or wholly within the boundaries of the 
coastal county-equivalent political subdivision as fol-
lows: 
‘‘(A) One-third shall be allocated to the 
coastal county-equivalent political subdivision. 
‘‘(B) Two-thirds shall be allocated on a per 
capita basis to the municipal political subdivi-
sions and the county-equivalent political sub-
division, with the allocation to the latter based 
upon its population not included within the 
boundaries of a municipal political subdivision. 
‘‘(e) INVESTMENT OF DEPOSITS.—Amounts depos-
ited under this section shall be invested by the Secretary 
of the Treasury in securities backed by the full faith and 
credit of the United States having maturities suitable to 
the needs of the account in which they are deposited and 
yielding the highest reasonably available interest rates as 
determined by the Secretary of the Treasury. 
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regional organizations, universities, nongovernmental 
organizations, or the private sector. 
(6) REGIONAL
INFORMATION
COORDINATION 
ENTITIES.— 
(A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘‘Regional In-
formation Coordination Entity’’, subject to sub-
paragraphs (B) and (C), means an organiza-
tional body that is certified or established by 
the lead Federal agency designated in sub-
section (d)(3)(C)(iii) and coordinating State, 
Federal, local, and private interests at a re-
gional level with the responsibility of engaging 
the private and public sectors in designing, op-
erating, and improving regional coastal and 
ocean observing systems in order to ensure the 
provision of data and information that meet the 
needs of user groups from the respective re-
gions. 
(B) INCLUDED ASSOCIATIONS.—Such term 
includes Regional Associations as described by 
the System Plan. 
(C) LIMITATION.—Nothing in this section 
shall be construed to invalidate existing certifi-
cations, contracts, or agreements between Re-
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