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[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 68 (Monday, April 24, 2023)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E346-E347] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
Date: 2023-04-24
Chamber: EXTENSIONS
Mr. DAVIS : I was unable to cast votes on February 27, February 28, and March 1. Had I been present for the following roll call votes, I would have voter Aye for the following votes: Roll Call No. 120, February 27, 2023: On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, H. Res. 132--Responding to the earthquakes in Turkiye and Syria on February 6, 2023. Roll Call No. 121, February 27, 2023: On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass H.R. 538--Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act. Roll Call No. 125, March 1, 2023: On Agreeing to the Amendment of H.R. 347--Bost of Illinois Amendment No. 1. Roll Call No. 126, March 1, 2023: On Agreeing to the Amendment of H.R. 347--Boebert of Colorado Amendment No. 3. Roll Call No. 127, March 1, 2023: On Agreeing to the Amendment of H.R. 347--Jackson Lee of Texas Amendment No. 6. Roll Call No. 128, March 1, 2023: On Agreeing to the Amendment of H.R. 347--Jackson Lee of Texas Amendment No. 7; and Roll Call No. 129, March 1, 2023: On Agreeing to the Amendment of H.R. 347--Lee of Nevada Amendment No. 9. I would have voted Nay for the following votes: Roll Call No. 122, February 28, 2023: On Ordering the Previous Question H. Res. 166--Providing for consideration of (H.R. 347) Reduce Exacerbated Inflation Negatively Impacting the Nation Act; (H.J. Res. 30) congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, U.S.C., of the rule submitted by the Dept. of Labor relating to Prudence & Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments & Exercising Shareholder Rights; Roll Call No. 123, February 28, 2023: On Agreeing to the Resolution H. Res. l66--Providing for consideration of (H.R. 347) ReduceExacerbated Inflation Negatively Impacting the Nation Act; (H.J. Res. 30) congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, U.S.C., of the rule submitted by the Dept. of Labor relating to Prudence & Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments & Exercising Shareholder Rights; Roll Call No. 124, February 28, 2023: On Passage H.J. Res. 30-- Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to ``Prudence and Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments and Exercising; Roll Call No. 130, March 1, 2023: On Agreeing to the Amendment of H.R. 347--Roy of Texas Amendment No. 14; and Roll Call No. 131, March 1, 2023: On Passage H.R. 347--Reduce Exacerbated Inflation Negatively Impacting the Nation Act.
[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 68 (Monday, April 24, 2023)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E346] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
Date: 2023-04-24
Chamber: EXTENSIONS
Ms. LEE : today I rise to celebrate the centennial anniversary of Florida Blue Key. As the state of Florida's oldest honors society, Florida Blue Key's history is a story of service and honor. Originally organized to put together a parent's weekend for a university football game, Florida Blue Key now sponsors the entire university's homecoming including Gator Growl, the largest student run pep rally in the country. I draw on the lessons I learned in Florida Blue Key every day, as have so many others before me in the United States House of Representatives and United States Senate. One hundred years later, Florida Blue Key remains the most prestigious leadership honorary in the Sunshine State. I am grateful for my time in Florida Blue Key and wish them continued success in the century ahead.
[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 68 (Monday, April 24, 2023)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E346] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
Date: 2023-04-24
Chamber: EXTENSIONS
Ms. NORTON: Today, I introduce the Train Noise and Vibrations Reduction Act, which would direct the Secretary of Transportation to submit a report to Congress containing recommendations on how to reduce train noise and vibrations near homes, as well as estimates of the costs and benefits of each recommendation. Such recommendations would include modifications to trains, tracks and maintenance procedures, speed limits for trains, mitigation measures between tracks and homes, the distance between tracks and homes, limitations on the number of trains and the number of cars on trains, limitations on hours of operations, building insulation and modifications to soil conditions. The report would be due to Congress no later than one year after the enactment of the bill. The Noise Control Act of 1972 created the Office of Noise Abatement and Control within the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), granting EPA authority and oversight over broad noise control regulations. However, years of defunding left this office without any resources to conduct enforcement, forcing EPA to phase out the office in 1982. I hear from District of Columbia residents frequently about the negative impact of train noise and vibrations on their lives. The noise and vibrations can harm health and quality of life, and can even harm the structural integrity of homes. Congress and the executive branch must do more to reduce the harm nationwide. As a senior member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and as the ranking member of the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit, I have been committed to reducing transportation noise pollution. I have convened community meetings with the Federal Railroad Administration, the District of Columbia Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration to examine how to reduce train noise and vibrations. A report on reducing train noise and vibrations can help us identify viable, long-term solutions for communities. I urge my colleagues to support this bill.
[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 68 (Monday, April 24, 2023)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E345] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
Date: 2023-04-24
Chamber: EXTENSIONS
Mr. BLUMENAUER: I rise today to remember the passing of a true Portland icon. A beloved member of the LGBTQ+ community, a pioneer for equality, and a dazzling performer, Walter Willard Cole Sr. embodied the spirit of Portland. Walter passed away on March 23rd in Portland, Oregon after a long and accomplished life. I am honored to have known Walter and deeply admire his many contributions to our city, both as a civic leader, small business owner, activist, philanthropist--and yes--as the drag performer Darcelle. For decades, Darcelle was a fixture in Portland's live entertainment scene, captivating audiences as the world's oldest working drag queen. For over 50 years Darcelle entertained patrons acting as master of ceremonies to a cadre of drag performers and dancers, all the while bantering with audience members and performing memorable routines in extravagant, hand-made gowns. In 1967, Walter purchased a bar in Portland's Old Town neighborhood, then skid row, that would later be known as the Darcelle XV Showplace. Well before the gay rights movement took hold, Darcelle XV experienced its share of protests, threats, and hardships. Yet Walter persisted, creating a welcoming and inclusive space for audiences to relax, laugh, and enjoy a show. As LGBTQ+ acceptance grew throughout Portland and the country, the nightclub's impact cannot be understated. Darcelle had a way of putting people at ease and created an environment where patrons, both gay and straight, felt comfortable and welcomed. At Darcelle XV, drag queens had a stage to perfect their act before taking their performance on the road, showcasing their talents for the broader public. The nightclub and Walter's stewardship were influential in advancing mainstream acceptance of drag performance and contributed significantly to the broader societal acceptance of gay rights. Today, Darcelle XV is considered a Portland institution and a pioneering establishment in the fight for LGBTQ+ equality. Outside the club, Walter was a fierce advocate for Portland's LGBTQ+ community. He understood and embraced his position as a community leader who worked to create positive and lasting change. Walter used his performances to raise awareness and funds for the causes he cared deeply about. During the AIDS crisis of the 1980s and 90s, Walter stood up for his community. He helped raise money for medical research, people living with AIDS, and their families. In 2020, I was honored to support the effort to preserve Walter's legacy by including Darcelle XV in the National Register of Historic Places. This was the first institution recognized in Oregon that honored our LGBTQ+ community and its history. I'm glad we were able to honor Walter's work in this way and protect his legacy for generations to come. Walter will be dearly missed by his friends and family, the LGBTQ+ community, and all of Portland.
[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 68 (Monday, April 24, 2023)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E345] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
Date: 2023-04-24
Chamber: EXTENSIONS
Ms. STEFANIK: I rise today to recognize Undersheriff Rick Castle's distinguished career of service. Undersheriff Rick Castle is a lifelong law enforcement officer who has spent 35 years serving and protecting his local community. Undersheriff Castle was born and raised in Waterford, New York and graduated high school from Troy's La Salle Institute in 1988. Finding himself drawn to a life of service, that same year he joined the Waterford Police Department and began working as a dispatcher. The following year, Undersheriff Castle was hired by the Sheriff's Department and spent the next three decades dedicating himself to Saratoga County. Throughout his long career in law enforcement, Undersheriff Castle made a point to continue his formal education, earning a B.S. in Public Safety Management from the University of Albany in 2006 and a Master of Public Administration from Marist College in 2020. He also joined the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary in 2008 and has proudly served for over 14 years. While Undersheriff Castle began his career with the Saratoga County Sheriff's Department as a desk officer, his commitment to the people of Saratoga County allowed him to continually rise through the ranks. Over the span of 33 years, he was regularly promoted and, in 2016, was selected to serve as county Undersheriff. Undersheriff Castle also served as an investigator and instructor for the collision reconstruction unit, a systems administrator for the IT department, and a licensed emergency medical technician. Undersheriff Castle is a lifelong public servant, a loving husband and father, and a distinguished member of the Saratoga County community. On behalf of New York's 21st District, it is my honor to recognize the storied career of Undersheriff Rick Castle.
[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 71 (Thursday, April 27, 2023)] [Senate] [Page S1427] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
Date: 2023-04-27
Chamber: SENATE
Mr. SCHATZ: if there is no further business to come before the Senate, I ask that it stand adjourned under the previous order. There being no objection, the Senate, at 3:26 p.m., adjourned until Monday, May 1, 2023, at 3 p.m.
[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 71 (Thursday, April 27, 2023)] [Senate] [Page S1427] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
Date: 2023-04-27
Chamber: SENATE
Mr. SCHATZ: I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it stand adjourned until 3 p.m. on Monday, May 1; that following the prayer and pledge, the morning hour be deemed expired, the Journal of proceedings be approved to date, the time for the two leaders be reserved for their use later in the day, and morning business be closed; that following the conclusion of morning business, the Senate proceed to executive session to resume consideration of the Johnstone nomination postcloture; further, that all cloture time be considered expired at 5:30 p.m. and that the cloture motions filed during yesterday's session ripen on Tuesday, May 2; finally, that if any nominations are confirmed during Monday's session, the motions to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table and the President be immediately notified of the Senate's action.
[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 71 (Thursday, April 27, 2023)] [Senate] [Page S1426] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
Date: 2023-04-27
Chamber: SENATE
Mr. SCHATZ: I have four requests for committees to meet during today's session of the Senate. They have the approval of the Majority and Minority Leaders. Pursuant to rule XXVI, paragraph 5(a), of the Standing Rules of the Senate, the following committees are authorized to meet during today's session of the Senate:  committee on armed services  The Committee on Armed Services is authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at 8 a.m., to conduct a hearing.  committee on banking, housing, and urban affairs  The Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs is authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at 10 a.m., to conduct a hearing.  committee on foreign relations  The Committee on Foreign Relations is authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at 10 a.m., to conduct a business meeting.  committee on the judiciary  The Committee on the Judiciary is authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at a.m., to conduct an executive business meeting.
[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 71 (Thursday, April 27, 2023)] [Senate] [Pages S1421-S1422] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
Date: 2023-04-27
Chamber: SENATE
Mr. DURBIN: I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the text of the bill was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows:  S. 1353  Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,  SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.  This Act may be cited as the ``Adjunct Faculty Loan Fairness Act of 2023''.  SEC. 2. LOAN FORGIVENESS FOR ADJUNCT FACULTY.  Section 455(m)(3)(B)(ii) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1087e(m)(3)(B)(ii)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``teaching as'' and inserting the following: ``teaching--  ``(I) as'';  (2) by striking ``, foreign language faculty, and part-time faculty at community colleges), as determined by the Secretary.'' and inserting ``and foreign language faculty), as determined by the Secretary; or''; and (3) by adding at the end the following:  ``(II) at an institution of higher education (as defined in section 101(a)), a postsecondary vocational institution (as defined in section 102(c)), or a Tribal College or University (as defined in section 316(b)), in non-tenured track employment as an adjunct or contingent faculty, teacher, or lecturer who--  ``(aa) teaches-- ``(AA) not less than 9 credit hours per semester, 6 credit hours per trimester, or 18 credit hours per calendar year; or ``(BB) not less than a total of 30 hours per week, as determined by multiplying each credit or contact hour taught per week by 3.35 (or a larger number, if determined appropriate by the Secretary); and ``(bb) is not employed on a full-time basis by any other employer.''.
[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 71 (Thursday, April 27, 2023)] [Senate] [Page S1421] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
Date: 2023-04-27
Chamber: SENATE
Mr. PADILLA: I rise to introduce the Fair Adjudications for Immigrants Act. This legislation would ensure that immigrants with criminal convictions do not face barriers to naturalization and experience unfair removals after their convictions have been dismissed, expunged, or pardoned by a Federal or State locality. The Fair Adjudications for Immigrants Act is important in ensuring immigrants are not unjustly treated after receiving a criminal charge that never resulted in a conviction or after a previous conviction no longer stands. Specifically, this bill would ensure that immigrants whose convictions have been overturned are not penalized when they are no longer considered valid in the court of conviction or for sentences that have been fully suspended by the sentencing court. By redefining the term ``conviction'' in the Immigration and Nationality Act, this legislation also clarifies that any adjudication that is appealable or in which the court has issued a judicial recommendation against removal or probation without judgment will not count as a conviction. The bill would apply retroactively to any conviction, adjudication, or judgement entered before, on, or after the enactment of this bill. Finally, it establishes that an immigrant cannot be removed on the basis of a conviction if the sentencing court issues a recommendation against removal to the Secretary of Homeland Security. Under current law, rather than having access to many rehabilitative measures that are afforded in the criminal justice system, immigrants with dismissed criminal charges, suspended sentences, or criminal convictions that are no longer considered valid in the court of conviction still face severe consequences in the immigration court system. Some of the immigration consequences that immigrants can face include unjust removals, mandatory detention, and barriers to naturalization. It is imperative that we resolve this disparity between immigration and criminal law to prevent those immigrants with dismissed criminal charges or with convictions that are no longer considered valid in the court of conviction from continuing to face punitive immigration consequences.
[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 71 (Thursday, April 27, 2023)] [Senate] [Pages S1420-S1422] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
Date: 2023-04-27
Chamber: SENATE
Mr. PADILLA: I rise to introduce the Fair Adjudications for Immigrants Act. This legislation would ensure that immigrants with criminal convictions do not face barriers to naturalization and experience unfair removals after their convictions have been dismissed, expunged, or pardoned by a Federal or State locality. The Fair Adjudications for Immigrants Act is important in ensuring immigrants are not unjustly treated after receiving a criminal charge that never resulted in a conviction or after a previous conviction no longer stands. Specifically, this bill would ensure that immigrants whose convictions have been overturned are not penalized when they are no longer considered valid in the court of conviction or for sentences that have been fully suspended by the sentencing court. By redefining the term ``conviction'' in the Immigration and Nationality Act, this legislation also clarifies that any adjudication that is appealable or in which the court has issued a judicial recommendation against removal or probation without judgment will not count as a conviction. The bill would apply retroactively to any conviction, adjudication, or judgement entered before, on, or after the enactment of this bill. Finally, it establishes that an immigrant cannot be removed on the basis of a conviction if the sentencing court issues a recommendation against removal to the Secretary of Homeland Security. Under current law, rather than having access to many rehabilitative measures that are afforded in the criminal justice system, immigrants with dismissed criminal charges, suspended sentences, or criminal convictions that are no longer considered valid in the court of conviction still face severe consequences in the immigration court system. Some of the immigration consequences that immigrants can face include unjust removals, mandatory detention, and barriers to naturalization. It is imperative that we resolve this disparity between immigration and criminal law to prevent those immigrants with dismissed criminal charges or with convictions that are no longer considered valid in the court of conviction from continuing to face punitive immigration consequences. ______ By
[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 71 (Thursday, April 27, 2023)] [Senate] [Pages S1420-S1422] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
Date: 2023-04-27
Chamber: SENATE
Mr. DURBIN: I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the text of the bill was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows:  S. 1353  Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,  SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.  This Act may be cited as the ``Adjunct Faculty Loan Fairness Act of 2023''.  SEC. 2. LOAN FORGIVENESS FOR ADJUNCT FACULTY.  Section 455(m)(3)(B)(ii) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1087e(m)(3)(B)(ii)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``teaching as'' and inserting the following: ``teaching--  ``(I) as'';  (2) by striking ``, foreign language faculty, and part-time faculty at community colleges), as determined by the Secretary.'' and inserting ``and foreign language faculty), as determined by the Secretary; or''; and (3) by adding at the end the following:  ``(II) at an institution of higher education (as defined in section 101(a)), a postsecondary vocational institution (as defined in section 102(c)), or a Tribal College or University (as defined in section 316(b)), in non-tenured track employment as an adjunct or contingent faculty, teacher, or lecturer who--  ``(aa) teaches-- ``(AA) not less than 9 credit hours per semester, 6 credit hours per trimester, or 18 credit hours per calendar year; or ``(BB) not less than a total of 30 hours per week, as determined by multiplying each credit or contact hour taught per week by 3.35 (or a larger number, if determined appropriate by the Secretary); and ``(bb) is not employed on a full-time basis by any other employer.''.