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PROVIDING FOR CONGRESSIONAL DISAPPROVAL OF THE RULE SUBMITTED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY RELATING TO "CONTROL OF AIR POLLUTION FROM NEW MOTOR VEHICLES: HEAVY-DUTY ENGINE AND VEHICLE...
Bill Johnson (Republican, OH) \u2014 2023-5-23

such time as I may consume. prgtoken , I rise in support of S.J. Res. 11, which rescinds EPA's rule requiring impractical emission standards for heavy-duty trucks, with huge new restrictions on F-250s, semitrucks, and everything in between--trucks that not only deliver all the goods we rely on but also trucks for our farmers and ranchers, building contractors and landscapers, and countless other workers and small businesses that quite literally keep our country running. prgtoken The EPA even acknowledges that the new standards are 80 percent more stringent than existing emission standards, but the Agency ignores the fact that new trucks already have 98 percent fewer nitrogen oxide emissions than trucks manufactured 35 years ago. prgtoken At a certain point, you start to see diminishing returns. prgtoken EPA's regulatory efforts are just the latest step by the administration to electrify the transportation sector and burden American families in the process. The Agency itself emphasizes that the rule will cost truckers between $39 billion and $55 billion. In fact, the rule is expected to increase the cost of a semitruck anywhere from $8,000 to $42,000 per truck. prgtoken As we all know, the cost of these senseless regulations would inevitably be passed on to the American consumer through higher retail prices and increased inflation. prgtoken Ohio sits at the crossroads of America, and thousands of trucks travel across my State to transport goods to my constituents and businesses throughout the Nation. An unworkable rule like this one would stop some of these deliveries, cause delays for many others, and lead to shortages for some of our most basic staples. prgtoken We should ensure the delivery of essential goods and protect the quality of life for all Americans by passing the resolution before us today. prgtoken , I urge my colleagues to support S.J. Res. 11, and .
STRASBURG WRESTLING STATE CHAMPIONS
Ben Cline (Republican, VA) \u2014 2023-5-23

. Madam , I rise to recognize the Strasburg High School wrestling team for their Class 2 State championship victory, the Rams' second State title in a row. prgtoken The four individual State champions who led this victory include junior Heath Burks with 126 points and his third State title, senior Ethan Asher with 138 points and his third State title, junior David Burks with 150 points and his second State title, and senior Chuck Fake with 215 points and his second State title. prgtoken Additional top Strasburg Rams performers were Conner Miller placing sixth, Jadon Shanholtz placing third, Donovan Burks placing sixth, Braden Stern placing fifth, and Hutson Conrad placing third. prgtoken This was a remarkable performance by the whole team, and I wish the best of luck to the seniors on the team in their future endeavors. prgtoken Congratulations again to all these talented athletes, parents, coaches, and staff on this well-deserved victory.
DEMOCRATS RESPONSIBLE FOR DEBT CEILING CRISIS
Stephanie I. Bice (Republican, OK) \u2014 2023-5-23

. Madam , I rise today to stress the importance of passing pragmatic legislation to address the debt ceiling. prgtoken During this 1-minute speech, the national debt will increase by $1.5 million or roughly $25,000 per second. Over the last 12 years, the U.S. Government has more than doubled our national debt, reaching $31 trillion. prgtoken It is clear to everyone that Washington has a spending problem, not a revenue problem. prgtoken This is why we passed the Limit, Save, Grow Act. The legislation is a responsible approach which would raise the debt ceiling while saving taxpayers $4.8 trillion over 10 years. prgtoken I am astounded that President and the Senate are willing to hold our economy hostage. The facts don't lie. House s have done our job, and McCarthy has negotiated in good faith. Meanwhile, for over 100 days, this administration and Senate have done nothing. prgtoken Let me be clear, if we default, it is because of their inaction. It is past time for President and Senator Schumer to do their jobs.
DEMOCRATS ARE THE ONES DEFUNDING VETERANS
Andy Harris (Republican, MD) \u2014 2023-5-23

it is not the s who want to defund veterans. It is the . prgtoken We have marked up the MILCON-VA bill in subcommittee, and it doesn't have cuts. I don't know where the people on the other side of the aisle suggest we are not supporting veterans. As a veteran myself, I am proud of the work we do. prgtoken It is the President who suggested that we decrease from the fiscal year 2023 numbers across the board that is defense, veterans. That is across the board. prgtoken It is the President who wants to cut the defense budget. It is the President who wants to defund our veterans. Shame on the President.
PROVIDING FOR CONGRESSIONAL DISAPPROVAL OF THE RULE SUBMITTED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY RELATING TO "CONTROL OF AIR POLLUTION FROM NEW MOTOR VEHICLES: HEAVY-DUTY ENGINE AND VEHICLE...
Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican, GA) \u2014 2023-5-23

I thank the gentleman for yielding me time. prgtoken , I rise today in support of this Congressional Review Act that would overturn yet another radical rule from the administration's EPA. prgtoken If you need any more proof of how radical the rules coming out of this EPA are, look to where this bill came from: The Senate. The last time I checked, the President's own party holds the majority in that Chamber, yet they still think this rule is too extreme. prgtoken This EPA rule would impose severe emissions reductions that are 80 percent more stringent than the previous rule. prgtoken Today's new trucks have already reduced nitrogen oxide emissions by more than 98 percent since 1988. In fact, there is a chart on EPA's own website showing the U.S. reduced six common pollutants by 78 percent between 1970 prgtoken and 2020, all while increasing miles driven and experiencing dramatic economic growth. prgtoken Put simply, this rule is both unnecessary and unworkable. It would make it harder for the truckers who keep our economy moving from doing their jobs--truckers from the Georgia Ports Authority in my district. prgtoken The cost of complying with this rule would force truck owners and operators off the road, and that is not acceptable. prgtoken Prices are up. Our supply chains are backlogged. We have an administration that continues to strangle our economy with antigrowth and antiworker rules like this. prgtoken , this needs to stop, and I urge passage of this matter.
PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 467, HALT ALL LETHAL TRAFFICKING OF FENTANYL ACT; PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF S.J. RES. 11, PROVIDING FOR CONGRESSIONAL DISAPPROVAL OF THE RULE SUBMITTED BY...
Michael C. Burgess (Republican, TX) \u2014 2023-5-23

the balance of my time. prgtoken , it is important to point out, first off, that the House has voted on and passed an increase to the Nation's debt limit. This happened 2 weeks ago. Further action is awaiting in the Senate. Further action is awaiting down at the White House. This House, under the leadership of McCarthy, has acted and acted appropriately. prgtoken Furthermore, I would like to point out, in October of 2018, President signed the SUPPORT Act. The SUPPORT Act was the first meaningful step toward countering what was at the time a crisis in this country because of diversion of prescription drugs, the so-called opioid crisis. prgtoken , it has changed since then. Since 2018, we are now faced with a different disease in fentanyl poisoning brought to us because of an open southern border, because the President has refused to secure the southern border and because the border czar has refused to secure the southern border. As a consequence, we have an unprecedented amount of fentanyl flowing into our country. prgtoken Yes, it is quite right, apps on social media have made it easier for kids to get access to this than ever before. prgtoken There is some good news. The Food and Drug Administration has allowed for the over-the-counter sale of Narcan that is to begin this summer. That is a good thing. However, that in no way counteracts the increase in illicit fentanyl that is coming across the southern border because of the refusal of this administration to secure our sovereign border. prgtoken Back in 2018 when the SUPPORT Act passed, it was largely through bipartisan efforts on the Committee on Energy and Commerce that brought that bill to its signing. Once again, I thank members of the Committee on Energy and Commerce and members of the Senate for bringing before us these important pieces of legislation to roll back the damage that President has done in the fentanyl crisis. prgtoken s remain united in pursuing a legislative agenda that puts the welfare of Americans above the special interests of a few. prgtoken , I urge fellow Members to support the rule and support the underlying legislation. prgtoken The material previously referred to by Ms. Leger Fernandez is as follows: An Amendment to H. Res. 429 Offered by Ms. Leger Fernandez of New Mexico At the end of the resolution, add the following: Sec. 4. Immediately upon adoption of this resolution, the House shall proceed to the consideration in the House of the resolution (H. Res. 178) affirming the House of Representatives' commitment to protect and strengthen Social Security and Medicare. The resolution shall be considered as read. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the resolution and preamble to adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question except one hour of deb
PROVIDING FOR CONGRESSIONAL DISAPPROVAL OF THE RULE SUBMITTED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY RELATING TO "CONTROL OF AIR POLLUTION FROM NEW MOTOR VEHICLES: HEAVY-DUTY ENGINE AND VEHICLE...
Tim Walberg (Republican, MI) \u2014 2023-5-23

I rise today in support of S.J. Res. 11. The legislation will disapprove of the Environmental Protection Agency's misguided heavy-duty vehicle rule that seeks to upend our economy in order to meet President 's extreme climate goals. prgtoken As a member of the Conservative Climate Caucus, I am not against reducing emissions--far from it. It should be done through innovation, not top-down government mandates that ignore reality. Trucks today show the power of innovation--I drive one of those--having already reduced emissions by 98 percent. prgtoken It seems like this administration has closed their eyes to any side effects of their rush to green. From tailpipe emissions regulations that will force people to buy expensive and less practical EVs to new rules on power plants that will threaten the reliability of our electric grid. It seems like the EPA hasn't even thought about the economic and energy security of our constituents. prgtoken In their final rulemaking, the EPA said they considered cost when deliberating these regulations. I am not sure how that could be true when they estimate it will cost thousands of dollars per truck to upgrade them with the necessary equipment. prgtoken The fact is small-truck owners and operators might not be able to afford these changes and will either go out of business or be forced to pass the cost on to the customer. On top of this, the rule also applies to trucks and equipment used by my farmers and farmers across the country. prgtoken Our supply chains are already stretched thin. Inflation is sky-high. Either of these scenarios worsens our economic outlook and raises prices for the consumers across the board. The trucks that haul our food, our energy resources, and our goods will be impacted. This is just the first of several, strict, heavy-duty vehicle emissions rules that the administration is implementing. prgtoken In our modern digital economy, people and commerce depend on our truckers more than ever before. This rule will put further strain on our supply chain and increase costs for Michiganders and people across the country. prgtoken , I encourage my colleagues to support the resolution.
AM RADIO FOR THE WIN
Mark Alford (Republican, MO) \u2014 2023-5-23

I rise today to announce our first big win in Congress. One week ago today, I stood right here to take a stand for AM radio in America and call on all car manufacturers to reconsider their decision to do away with it. prgtoken Well, I have some great news to report today, . Ford has decided to keep AM radio in their 2024 models, including the F-150 made just outside of Kansas City. It is a start, but we are not done. I am now calling on all the other auto manufacturers to follow Ford's lead and preserve AM radio. prgtoken This is not just about radios, . It is about standing up for the farmers and ranchers who tune into AM radio as they till the soil from dusk to dawn. It is about commuters who rely on AM radio during their morning and evening commutes. It is about accessibility, about making sure that every American, no matter where they live, has access to vital news, weather, and community updates. prgtoken Today, we push forward advocating for AM radio, advocating for our constituents, and today we show other car manufacturers what public pressure looks like and tell them like I said last week, I want my AM radio.
RECOGNIZING MARISA VICERE
Glenn Thompson (Republican, PA) \u2014 2023-5-23

. Madam , I rise today to recognize Centre County's own Marisa Vicere who was named the Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor of the Year, an award that she received for her efforts to support mental health and well-being in her home State of Pennsylvania. prgtoken Each May, we observe Mental Health Awareness Month to acknowledge the mental health challenges faced by millions of Americans. prgtoken For Marisa, every day is committed to mental health awareness and support. In 2012, Marisa founded the Jana Marie Foundation and has ``devoted its energy to opening minds and saving lives through educational programming and community mobilization to empower young people in the Centre County region.'' prgtoken Marisa started the foundation after her sister, Jana Marie Vicere, tragically lost her life in a battle against depression at the young age of 30. prgtoken Marisa honors her memory by continuing her sister's commitment to helping others and through creative expression in the arts. prgtoken In addition to her national award, she will soon be inducted as one of this year's outstanding State College alumni. prgtoken I commend Marisa Vicere for winning the 2023 Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor of the Year and for her selfless service to the Centre County community through the Jana Marie Foundation.
JOE BURDICK PROMOTES PATRIOTISM
Max L. Miller (Republican, OH) \u2014 2023-5-23

. Madam , I rise today to highlight a hero of Ohio's Seventh District, Navy veteran Joe Burdick. Joe promotes patriotism by hand-carving wooden American flags. prgtoken Like Americans themselves, each of Joe's flags is unique. They are imperfectly perfect, complete with knots, dings, and rings, yet each is beautiful in its own way. prgtoken From the strength and sacrifice of Old Glory red to the pure innocence of the white, the flag represents sacrifice, independence, and hope. Joe captures these qualities in his art. prgtoken The flag is an integral symbol of our Nation, and Joe and I agree that desecrating the American flag is not a legitimate act of protest. Doing so tramples on the service and sacrifice of millions who have defended and still defend the values it stands for. prgtoken I thank Joe for using his talent for patriotism. I urge all Americans to follow his example by always treating our flag with the solemn reverence it deserves.
REMEMBERING JOAN WEAVER
Nancy Mace (Republican, SC) \u2014 2023-5-23

I rise today to pay tribute to the life of Joan Grier Weaver, a beloved wife and mother in my district, who passed away on April 19, 2023, at the age of 71. prgtoken Born on October 30, 1951, in Williamsburg County, Joan was the daughter of the late Harvey J. Grier and Dorothy Hanna Grier. She was a graduate of Hemingway High School and a member of Union Baptist Church. Her dedication to her family and community was admirable, and she was cherished by all who knew her. prgtoken Joan is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, L. Dean Weaver of Mt. Pleasant, her sons Chad (Allison) Weaver, Lyniel Weaver, and Justin Weaver, and her six beloved grandchildren, Her brothers-in-law Robert ``Bob'' (Gail) Weaver of Florence, Maurice (Debbie) Weaver of Myrtle Beach, Marlon Weaver of Pawleys Island, and Stewart Weaver of Murrells Inlet also survive her. prgtoken Joan's contributions to her community and her profession will not be forgotten. Her professionalism and dedication as the Controller and Chief Financial Officer for L. Dean Weaver Construction were invaluable to the company's success, and her kindness and generosity towards her colleagues and friends were truly inspiring. prgtoken , this tribute is a small but sincere token of our gratitude and admiration for Joan Grier Weaver, a remarkable woman who touched the lives of so many and will be deeply missed.
PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 467, HALT ALL LETHAL TRAFFICKING OF FENTANYL ACT; PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF S.J. RES. 11, PROVIDING FOR CONGRESSIONAL DISAPPROVAL OF THE RULE SUBMITTED BY...
Marcus J. Molinaro (Republican, NY) \u2014 2023-5-23

I thank the gentleman for yielding. prgtoken , should we do more? Of course, we should do more, but fentanyl is pouring into our country not only at our ports of entry, but across our borders. We did do more a week ago bolstering border security. prgtoken Fentanyl is taking too many American lives, and I rise today in support of the HALT Fentanyl Act. This bill will help to combat the spread of fentanyl-related substances by permanently listing it as a schedule I drug, recognizing its deadly effects, giving our communities yet one more tool in a growing and necessary toolbox. prgtoken The smallest amounts of these drugs can kill even just one person, and laced with other substances, they are taking countless lives. Accessibility and lethality of these drugs have fueled countless fatalities. Fentanyl poisoning is the number one cause of death among adults 18 to 49 years of age, more than cancer, more than heart disease, and more than car accidents. prgtoken In upstate New York, the opioid crisis is devastating our communities, and it is being fueled by fentanyl. This is the public health crisis of our lifetime. In my home State, my district in Sullivan County, New York, has the highest opioid death rate in the entire State. That is why we are also pushing for Sullivan County to be designated a Federal High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area. prgtoken The truth is, every community in America is a victim to the fentanyl crisis, every family is on the front line of this opioid crisis, and we must give law enforcement and communities every tool necessary. I am proud to support this bill. I am proud to support law enforcement and their efforts to intercede and give them the tools to keep fentanyl out of our communities and off our streets.
PROVIDING FOR CONGRESSIONAL DISAPPROVAL OF THE RULE SUBMITTED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY RELATING TO "CONTROL OF AIR POLLUTION FROM NEW MOTOR VEHICLES: HEAVY-DUTY ENGINE AND VEHICLE...
Randy K. Weber, Sr. (Republican, TX) \u2014 2023-5-23

our truckers are the heartbeat of America, transporting about 70 percent of the United States freight. We depend on our truckers more than the left cares to admit or realize. Now they want to attack our truckers, even after the trucking industry has come to the table time and time again, . prgtoken In 1998, one truck emitted what 60 trucks emit today. They have removed 98 percent of what comes out of the tailpipe. Still, the climate activists and converts will continue pushing their radical green deal on Americans invariably and inevitably damaging our economy and making us reliant on, guess who, China. prgtoken The administration should be ashamed of taking a page from California's radical playbook to ban gas-powered vehicles. Over 200,000 Texans are heavy-duty and tractor-trailer truck drivers. Now, let me tell you: We don't want the Federal Government messing with our way of life and our livelihoods in Texas. This dangerous EPA rule would increase costs for the trucking industry and, in turn, would increase costs for communities that rely exclusively on trucking for their freight. prgtoken , I urge all my colleagues to vote in favor of S.J. Res. 11 to reverse the EPA's new burdensome trucking regulations in order to protect small business truckers and to prevent more inflation and supply chain issues. This is a matter of life and death for our truckers.
ARTICLES OF IMPEACHMENT
Marjorie Taylor Greene (Republican, GA) \u2014 2023-5-23

I rise today to provide a report to the United States House of Representatives that Americans support impeachment. prgtoken Last week, I introduced Articles of Impeachment against five people who have abused the power of their positions and provided corruption and disservice to the American people. prgtoken I introduced Articles of Impeachment against U.S. Attorney Matthew Graves at the Department of Justice. Matthew Graves refuses to prosecute 67 percent of the crimes in Washington, D.C and abuses his office in a political pursuit of people who he deems political enemies while persecuting people for January 6, people who just walked through the Capitol. prgtoken Matthew Graves must be impeached. He should prosecute criminals in Washington, D.C that commit all kinds of crimes every single day, not care about the one day when people have already been arrested and are rotting in jail. prgtoken Last week, I introduced Articles of Impeachment against FBI Director Christopher Wray. By turning the FBI into and Merrick Garland's personal police force, Chris Wray has made himself a lackey of the regime. prgtoken Under Wray's watch, the FBI has intimidated, harassed, and entrapped American citizens that have been deemed enemies of the regime. The FBI even raided Mar-a-Lago on August 8 of 2022 in an unconstitutional raid of a former President's home. prgtoken FBI whistleblower Garret O'Boyle told congressional investigators the FBI created a terrorist threat tag following the Dobbs Supreme Court decision in 2022. prgtoken O'Boyle confirmed that the purpose of the tag was to target pro-life individuals, and now Wray has weaponized the FBI against his own agents. prgtoken These brave FBI whistleblowers have been stripped of their salaries and their security clearances simply for coming forward and bravely telling the truth. FBI Director Christopher Wray must be impeached. prgtoken I introduced Articles of Impeachment against Attorney General Merrick Garland. Since Merrick Garland took over as Attorney General in March of 2021, he has completely weaponized the Department of Justice. prgtoken The politicization of the Department of Justice has resulted in the persecution of the left's political enemies and a real two-tiered justice system in America. prgtoken Garland has used the FBI as a personal police force for his boss, . The Department of Justice's persecution of 's primary political adversary, Donald J is antidemocratic. prgtoken Raiding the former President's home for legally declassified documents is a transparent violation of justice. prgtoken Persecuting a declared candidate for President of the United States is nothing short of election interference. prgtoken Not only that, from investigating parents who protest their local school boards to going after pro-life activists and Catholics, Merrick Garland must be impeached. prgtoken What I will tell the House of Representatives to