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INVEST TO PROTECT ACT OF 2022
Jim Jordan (Republican, OH) \u2014 2022-9-22

such time as I may consume. prgtoken , I just want to be clear. The want to go from COPS to community organizers, and they want the American taxpayer to pay for it. That is what they want to do in -run cities. prgtoken , read the bill. It talks about stipends to be used for graduate education or social work. That is what the bill is for. It is not about putting cops on the street. It is about transferring wealth from the people who funded their police and communities around the country, who funded their police, and giving American tax dollars to cities who didn't fund their police so they can use it for community organizers. prgtoken That is what this bill is about. That is why we are against it. prgtoken , I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Arrington).
LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM
A. Drew Ferguson IV (Republican, GA) \u2014 2022-9-22

. One final thing. Leader Hoyer made an announcement this summer that we were going to try to close votes in a timely fashion. As we have just seen, it is virtually impossible to do it with proxy voting because these four votes took almost 2 hours to complete. prgtoken Given that the business community is getting back to normal, we are seeing workers return to work. We are seeing businesses return to normal operations, and given that the President proclaimed that the pandemic is over, does the gentleman also expect to end proxy voting next week when the current covered period ends?
NDAA
Deb Fischer (Republican, NE) \u2014 2022-9-22

over the years, many historians have studied how exactly the United States was able to rapidly mobilize during World War II. It was truly a remarkable thing. prgtoken One book, ``Freedom's Forge'' by Arthur Herman, summarizes the feat well. American manufacturers produced ``two-thirds of all Allied military equipment used in World War II. That included 86,000 tanks, 2.5 million trucks and a half a million jeeps, 286,000 warplanes, 8,800 naval vessels, 5,600 naval merchant ships, 434 million tons of steel, 2.6 million machine guns, and 41 billion rounds of ammunition--not to mention the greatest super bomber of the war, the B-29, and the atomic bomb.'' prgtoken In the blink of an eye, entire manufacturing industries retooled their factories, and they began pumping out everything from fighter planes to ships to critical munitions. There is no doubt that our immense production capacity was a critical factor behind why the Allies won the war. prgtoken The threat environment that we face today is much different. There are a wide range of scenarios that our Nation has to be prepared for. And, of course, the way our economy is structured is also much different. prgtoken This raises an important question: Are we prepared to respond to the changing threat environment of the 21st century? prgtoken Repeating that incredible moment in American history would not be easy. What we can and what we should do is identify which investments we can make to effectively meet these threats and deter any adversary. prgtoken For years, we have underinvested in our munitions production capacity. We can start to reverse that by expanding already hot production lines, which would have an immediate positive effect on readiness. prgtoken If we don't make these investments now, it will be harder for us to surge munitions production in a time of emergency or global instability, and that is a concern we must take seriously. prgtoken During a crisis, surge capacity is one lever the Department of Defense must be able to pull to ensure that decisionmakers have a range of options at their disposal. In fact, the ability to surge production of munitions is going to be vital to respond to most types of modern conflicts. prgtoken How do we know this? Let's just look at Ukraine and Russia and how quickly they are running through munitions. prgtoken According to the Royal United Services Institute, or RUSI, Ukraine needs approximately 500 Javelin missiles every single day. Well, Lockheed Martin only produces around 2,100 missiles a year. When the report was published in June, RUSI also estimated that Russia had used between 1,100 and 2,100 missiles during their invasion of Ukraine. That means ``in three months of combat, Russia has burned through four times the US annual missile production'' for those cruise missiles. These examples are important benchmarks. prgtoken You can do the math, and you can pretty quickly come up with future scenario
ISSUES OF THE DAY
John H. Rutherford (Republican, FL) \u2014 2022-9-22

I thank my good friend from Texas for yielding. prgtoken , I rise today to recognize Trinity Love Hoblit and the Hoblit family. I rise today to recognize and bring to the attention of our country a horrible condition. prgtoken Trinity Love Hoblit was born with a rare form of primordial dwarfism and at age 9 was diagnosed with multiple brain aneurysms. Despite undergoing numerous surgeries to treat and prevent future symptoms, Trinity suffered a fatal aneurysm on June 30, 2015, at only 14 years of age. prgtoken Throughout her young life, Trinity underwent a variety of medical treatments, leading to several hospital visits. Her mother remembers that during those long hospital stays, Trinity would always think of the other children first. It was her love for others and her desire to make a difference within her community that now lives on through the foundation in her name. prgtoken In 2016, Olivia and Phil Hoblit established the Trinity Love Hoblit Foundation, located in Amelia Island, Florida. It is for the purpose of raising awareness, support, and funding for neurological research, training, and treatment for those like Trinity who suffer from brain aneurysms and other cerebrovascular conditions. prgtoken Most recently, the foundation began research on determining if medical history and genetic markers increase a person's risk of developing these brain aneurysms. prgtoken Brain aneurysms affect an estimated 30,000 Americans each year and can occur at any age and without any preexisting conditions. prgtoken Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month, this month, is a time to raise awareness for the signs and symptoms that can help with early detection, like: prgtoken Severe headaches, prgtoken Pain above one or both eyes, prgtoken Blurred or double vision, prgtoken Difficulty speaking or swallowing, prgtoken A numbness or weakness on one side of the body, and prgtoken Painful seizures. prgtoken These are all signs that can be symptoms and help with early detection. prgtoken Thanks to higher levels of awareness and research developments, we are one step closer to finding a cure. prgtoken On behalf of Florida's Fourth Congressional District, I thank Olivia and Phil Hoblit and the Trinity Love Hoblit Foundation for their lifesaving work in northeast Florida and across the country. Making Homeownership More Accessible to Heroes
General Leave
Pete Stauber (Republican, MN) \u2014 2022-9-22

I find myself pretty upset today. My colleagues on the other side of the aisle are trying to deceive the American people. are only bringing up these bills today because 46 days from a midterm election they want the American people to suddenly and miraculously believe that they care about the crime crisis plaguing our Nation. prgtoken There were 219 who voted to defund the police and take away resources from law enforcement, including qualified immunity. There were 219 who voted for legislation that effectively destroyed the profession that I love so much. You can laugh, Mr. Chair, I wore the uniform of local law enforcement, and that smirk upsets me. prgtoken Make no mistake, are the reason recruitment, retention, and morale of law enforcement officers is at an all-time low and crime is at an all-time high. The timing of these bills is an insult to the law enforcement community and the American people. prgtoken To my colleagues: Where were you when the protesters came to my State of Minnesota and set up prgtoken GoFundMe pages to raise money and bail out violent criminals who assaulted and beat innocent people? prgtoken Where were you when a Member of the California delegation came to Minnesota to stir up aggression and hatred toward my brothers and sisters in the blue and brown? prgtoken Where were you when officers were being violently assaulted and killed each day across this country? prgtoken Where were you when America's police officers and their families were begging for support and needed elected officials to have their backs? Where were you? prgtoken I will tell you where you were. They were here in this Chamber pushing police departments to be defunded. They wanted to defund, dismantle, and disarm the police. prgtoken Regardless of how I vote today, I have to tell you that I am furious that days before an election, and for political purposes only, these bills are being brought up by my colleagues. The American people have suffered enough, and at the end of the day the American people and our law enforcement community do not appreciate being used as pawns for political gain. prgtoken To the American people, I know the crime crisis you and your families are facing is very real. I will not stop my work to reinvigorate the law enforcement profession, to hold lax prosecutors accountable, and to put violent criminals away. prgtoken , my time in uniform may be over, but my watch will never end.
RECOGNIZING MYLKE COFFEE COMPANY
Rand Paul (Republican, KY) \u2014 2022-9-22

as ranking member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, each week I recognize an prgtoken outstanding Kentucky small business that exemplifies the American entrepreneurial spirit. This week, it is my privilege to recognize Mylke Coffee Company of Island, KY, as the Senate Small Business of the Week. prgtoken Shane Case had a vision for his home in Western Kentucky. Seeing that there was no source of freshly roasted coffee beans anywhere near his region of the State, he decided to fulfill this need, and thus in 2017, Mylke opened its doors. Shane's innovative vision led Mylke to become the first and only craft commercial coffee-roaster located within 100 miles of his hometown, and their popularity has continued to grow since its founding. Many people ask about the unique nature of the company's name. The name boils down to a sort of fusion between old and new: old in the way of Old English, a nod to Shane's Scottish heritage, and new, in the newfound rise and popularity of mylk, which typically refers to milk derived from beans, nuts, or plants rather than from an animal. Mylk has undoubtedly been on the rise in recent years as consumers have increasingly turned to dairy-free options as they search for quality coffee. Shane understood this shift in consumer demand and has responded accordingly with his forward-thinking business. prgtoken When Shane first opened his business, his intention was to provide the western half of the Bluegrass State with high-quality coffee beans and other coffee products from a source more local than the distant Louisville or Nashville, TN. However, as his company and customer base grew, he set his sights on entering into new markets beyond those of his native Western Kentucky. Since its founding in 2017, Mylke has consistently managed to break into new markets as far away as Atlanta and Indianapolis. Mylke now provides freshly roasted coffee to more than 20 independently owned coffee shops and restaurants. Not only has Shane kept an eye on the potential of emerging markets, he readily adapted to a newfound customer landscape when the COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on the coffee shop and restaurant industries. Faced with government mandates forcing him to close his doors, Shane pivoted and started offering alternative products to the typical coffee that is brewed onsite, instead providing ready-to-drink options, including the very popular Sweet Mylke Cold Brew or Mylke Kups that customers can use at home in their Keurig Coffee Machine. prgtoken Throughout his venture into founding his own enterprise, Shane has maintained a keen eye for business and an awareness of the needs of his larger community. As the company has grown, Mylke has partnered with several community organizations and charities that give back to the community. The company has helped facilitate numerous fundraisers for the McLean County High School Moot Court, an organizat
HONORING HIS HOLINESS MIRZA MASROOR AHMAD VISIT TO THE UNITED STATES FOR THE INAUGURATION OF THE FATH-E-AZEEM MOSQUE
Raja Krishnamoorthi (Democrat, IL) \u2014 2022-9-26

. Madam , today, I wish to recognize the visit of His Holiness to the United States for the inauguration of the Fath-E-Azeem Mosque in Zion, Illinois. His Holiness is the worldwide spiritual head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, comprising millions of people residing in over 200 nations and territories. As the spiritual head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, His Holiness tirelessly advocates for world peace, nonviolence, human rights, and justice. prgtoken His Holiness was elected to his lifelong position on April 22, 2003, becoming the fifth Khalifa of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. As a result of his election, His Holiness was forced into exile from his home country of Pakistan due to repressive laws restricting the religious freedom of Ahmadi Muslims. Despite the persecution he and the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community continue to face, His Holiness forbids the use of violence and remains devoted to peace and nonviolence, a message of which he promotes through his public speaking engagements, writings, and honorary visits across the globe. Furthermore, he's an active voice in condemning the extremism and radicalization that has too often led to terrorism. prgtoken In 2004, His Holiness launched the National Peace Symposium to convene global leaders for discussions of global humanitarian and peacemaking efforts, while promoting a greater understanding of the role of Islam and other faiths in such efforts. He also established the Ahmadiyya Muslim Peace Prize in 2009 as a recognition of those who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to establishing world peace. prgtoken Madam , I commend the dedicated global peace efforts of His Holiness Mirza Masroor Ahmad upon his historic visit to inaugurate the Fath-E-Azeem Mosque with the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Zion, and I further honor the dedicated work of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community's Zion Chapter to unite and serve Zion and the surrounding region.
HONORING JACLYN WULFEKUHLE AS IOWAN OF THE WEEK
Cynthia Axne (Democrat, IA) \u2014 2022-9-26

. Madam , I rise today to recognize Jaclyn Wulfekuhle a tireless advocate for women, and the Director of Women United as Iowan of the Week. March is Women's History Month, so it is important to highlight the great work women are doing across the country to make the United States a better place to Live. prgtoken Women United is a diverse, vibrant group bound together by the mission to improve the future of our youngest Central Iowans. They use their voices to represent the children in our community. Their mission is to roll up their sleeves to give the community's youngest learners the best start and leave a legacy of change that makes central Iowa better for everyone. Jaclyn has been with United Way for 8 years, most recently as director of Women United and previously as the director of Leadership and giving at LINC, a young professionals' donor group of United Way that she created, which has grown to 200 members in its first two years. She also has helped lead the annual United Way campaign, managing large company relationships. prgtoken Women United--formerly known as Women's Leadership Connection--is an organization for any woman who believes that all children deserve quality early care and learning opportunities from birth. Each year, they invest more than $1.6 million in research-based strategies and programs that create a lasting impact on the next generation. Since 2002, Women United has raised more than $21 million to improve the network of care and learning that ensures young children are ready to succeed in school. More than 700 of central Iowa's most generous and influential women give their time, voice, and resources to support quality early learning and provide opportunities for those who need it most. prgtoken Women are the backbone of so many communities throughout our country. It is critical to not only recognize them but to also support women even outside the parameters of women's history month. It is my honor to recognize Jaclyn Wulfekuhle as Iowan of the week. I will always fight in congress to support women as well promote and push for legislation that protects women's rights.
COMMEMORATING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE NEW HAMPSHIRE STATE VETERANS CEMETERY
Chris Pappas (Democrat, NH) \u2014 2022-9-26

. Madam , I rise today in honor of the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery on its 25th Anniversary. This incredible milestone is a testament to the impact of the cemetery on the state, and the vital role that it plays in the lives of veterans, their families, and our community. prgtoken The New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery is a source of pride to veterans, their families, and New Hampshire. It expresses the state's gratitude for veterans' service to the country by providing and maintaining a dignified final-resting place to honor all veterans and eligible dependents. It gives families the comfort to connect with their lost loved ones and conveys the importance and the value of the veterans' service to our community. Honoring our veterans is not a duty reserved for Memorial Day, Veterans Day, or the 4th of July--it's an ongoing appreciation. This site allows us to honor, remember, and pay our respects. prgtoken As Granite Staters seek comfort and guidance, and learn how to best help their neighbors, the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery remains an important resource here in New Hampshire. The cemetery's Memorial Brick Walkway, 20 Points of History, and Veterans Heritage Learning Center provides insights into the role our local heroes played in New Hampshire, American, and global history. The grounds are a living memorial educating and allowing New Hampshire residents to make personal connections to those who have served. prgtoken I would like to thank The New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery Association for its dedication to our heroes and congratulate them on 25 years as a symbol of our appreciation for our veterans' service. On behalf of my constituents in New Hampshire's First Congressional District, I congratulate the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery for its outstanding contributions to the state and wish them continued success.
HONORING PRESIDENT MARCELO REBELO DE SOUSA
Jim Costa (Democrat, CA) \u2014 2022-9-26

. Madam , I rise today, along with my colleague, Congressman David Valadao, to honor President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa of Portugal. prgtoken President Rebelo de Sousa has been a champion for the Portuguese people, and a symbolic figure for the thriving Portuguese community here in the Valley. Most recently, he's fought with conviction to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 in Portugal, and ensure a fair and effective economic recovery. prgtoken President Rebelo de Sousa was elected to his second term in January 2021, earning 60.70 percent of the vote and finished nearly 48 percentage points above his runner up. prgtoken President Rebelo de Sousa led the Social ic Party from 1996 to 1999. After the Social ic Party joined the European People's Party (EPP), he served as Vice-President of the EPP. He was a deputy to the Constitutional Assembly in 1976, and served in the 8th Constitutional Government as Secretary of State of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers. He then served as Minister of Parliamentary Affairs. prgtoken During his long and esteemed career, President Rebelo de Sousa has worked in journalism, as a political commentator, and in the social sector. For generations of Portuguese, Rebelo de Sousa was a trusted analyst behind much of the news. Before turning 30 he was appointed as assistant director of `Expresso,' and in 1983 he founded the news organization Semanario. He also worked on TV stations RTP and TVI. prgtoken His political career has also included service in local government as Municipal Deputy, Metropolitan Deputy, Councilor and President of the Municipal Assemblies of Cascais, Lisbon, and Celorico de Basto. prgtoken He earned his Doctorate in Legal and Political Science and has taught widely, including as a tenured professor at the Faculty of Law at Lisbon University. prgtoken On behalf of our Portuguese community in the central valley, we welcome President Rebelo de Sousa to Gustine and Livingston. Portuguese have been making their home in California since the early 16th century. Since then, they've become leaders in politics, education, the military, and agriculture, notably the dairy industry. We're honored by President Rebelo de Sousa's first visit to the Central Valley and he is always welcome here. prgtoken Madam , we ask our colleagues to join us in celebrating and honoring President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.
IN RECOGNITION OF JOHN SMITH
Rashida Tlaib (Democrat, MI) \u2014 2022-9-26

. Madam , today I want to recognize John Smith, a member of the Garden City Fire Department, on the occasion of his promotion to Fire Marshal. prgtoken Fire Marshal Smith attended Schoolcraft College where he obtained his paramedic training while also attending the fire academy. He began his career in public safety in 2005, working for Huron Valley Ambulance. During his twelve years of service at Huron Valley, he steadily rose through the ranks, ultimately serving as Senior Paramedic in the Ann Arbor and Chelsea area. In addition, Fire Marshal Smith provided valuable support to law enforcement while he served as a member of the Tactical Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) team as a Tactical Casualty Care (TAC) medic for the Michigan State Police Emergency Support Team, Washtenaw Metro SWAT team, and other local law enforcement agencies. During his service, Smith provided them critical medical support during high-risk search prgtoken warrants and other law enforcement operations. In addition to his official duties in public service, Smith was also a member of the bike team and worked many special events including medical support for University of Michigan sporting events. prgtoken In 2017, Fire Marshal Smith left Huron Valley Ambulance to pursue his dream of working in the fire service. After briefly serving the City of Westland, he came to Garden City where he has remained a dedicated member of the Fire Department. Fire Marshal Smith discovered his passion for fire prevention, completing the city's Fire Inspector I and II and plans examiner training. He worked closely with the former Fire Marshal throughout his training, learning as much as possible before the retirement of his predecessor. prgtoken I am honored to witness the swearing in of John Smith as Garden City Fire Marshal. Please join me in wishing him well in his new role, as we give thanks for his service to the people of Garden City in Michigan's 13th District Strong.