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| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgS2187 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Senate | SENATE | SENATE | CALLTOORDER | S2187 | S2187 | 172 Cong. Rec. S2187 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S2187] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page S2187]] Senate The Senate met at 10 a.m. and was called to order by the Honorable Tom Cotton, a Senator from the State of Arkansas. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgS2187-3 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | ADJOURNMENT UNTIL MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026, at 3 p.m. | SENATE | SENATE | ADJOURNMENT | S2187 | S2187 | 172 Cong. Rec. S2187 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S2187] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ADJOURNMENT UNTIL MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026, at 3 p.m. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Under the previous order, the Senate stands adjourned until 3 p.m. on Monday, May 11, 2026. Thereupon, the Senate, at 10 and 31 seconds a.m., adjourned until Monday, May 11, 2026, at 3 p.m. | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgS2187-2 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | APPOINTMENT OF ACTING PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE | SENATE | SENATE | ALLOTHER | S2187 | S2187 | 172 Cong. Rec. S2187 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S2187] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] APPOINTMENT OF ACTING PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will please read a communication to the Senate from the President pro tempore (Mr. Grassley). The legislative clerk read the followIng letter: U.S. Senate, President pro tempore, Washington, DC, May 7, 2026. To the Senate: Under the provisions of rule I, paragraph 3, of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I hereby appoint the Honorable Tom Cotton, a Senator from the State of Arkansas, to perform the duties of the Chair. Chuck Grassley, President pro tempore. Mr. COTTON thereupon assumed the Chair as Acting President pro tempore. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgS-FrontMatter-6 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Senate | SENATE | SENATE | FRONTMATTER | S2187 | S2187 | 172 Cong. Rec. S2187 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S2187] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] S E N A T E Vol. 172 WASHINGTON, THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026 No. 78 | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3344 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.J. Res. 176 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3344 | H3344 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "176"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3344 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3344] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. BARRETT: H.J. Res. 176. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3344-5 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | ADDITIONAL SPONSORS | HOUSE | HOUSE | HADDSPONSORS | H3344 | H3344 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "50"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "51"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "148"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "210"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "211"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "220"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "233"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "335"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "507"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "564"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "753"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "776"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "925"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1004"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1065"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1085"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1121"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1137"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1147"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1179"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1188"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1238"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1248"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1250"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1251"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1252"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1253"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1254"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1255"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1257"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1258"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1267"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1277"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1285"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1317"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1340"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1346"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1394"}, {"congress":… | 172 Cong. Rec. H3344 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3344] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ADDITIONAL SPONSORS Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors were added to public bills and resolutions, as follows: H.R. 51: Ms. Mejia. H.R. 148: Mr. Massie. H.R. 210: Mr. Castro of Texas and Ms. Stansbury. H.R. 211: Mr. Pappas. H.R. 220: Mr. Pappas. H.R. 233: Mr. Langworthy. H.R. 335: Mr. Roy. H.R. 507: Mr. Baird. H.R. 1004: Mr. Thanedar and Mrs. Miller of West Virginia. H.R. 1065: Mr. Aguilar, Mr. LaHood, and Mr. Edwards. H.R. 1085: Mr. Bresnahan. H.R. 1121: Ms. Meng. H.R. 1137: Mr. Palmer, Mr. Norman, and Mr. Clyde. H.R. 1267: Mr. Bilirakis. H.R. 1277: Ms. Wilson of Florida, Mr. Mullin, Ms. Ross, and Mr. Neguse. H.R. 1285: Mr. Garbarino. H.R. 1317: Mr. Thompson of Pennsylvania. H.R. 1340: Ms. Elfreth. H.R. 1346: Ms. Scholten. H.R. 1394: Mr. Langworthy. H.R. 1423: Mr. Moore of Utah and Mr. Larson of Connecticut. H.R. 1464: Ms. Pettersen. H.R. 1477: Mr. Carbajal. H.R. 1529: Mr. Olszewski and Ms. Morrison. H.R. 1753: Mr. Keating. H.R. 1787: Mr. Boyle of Pennsylvania. H.R. 1873: Mr. Sorensen. H.R. 1965: Mr. Moore of Utah. H.R. 1993: Mr. Newhouse, Mr. Hurd of Colorado, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Pfluger, Mr. Green of Texas, Ms. Kaptur, Mr. Bresnahan, Mr. Hoyer, Mr. Moran, Mr. Carter of Georgia, Mr. Fong, Ms. Maloy, Mr. Downing, Mr. Nunn of Iowa, Mr. Babin, Mr. Mackenzie, and Mr. Wied. H.R. 2049: Mr. Cohen. H.R. 2086: Mr. Cleaver. H.R. 2102: Ms. Dean of Pennsylvania, Mr. Fulcher, and Mr. Van Epps. H.R. 2257: Mr. Carter of Georgia. H.R. 2348: Ms. Stevens and Mr. Bresnahan. H.R. 2360: Mr… | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3344-4 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.J. Res. 179 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3344 | H3344 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "179"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3344 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3344] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. WATERS: H.J. Res. 179. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, cl. 1, To pay debts and provide for the common Defense and General Welfare of tthe United States. Article I, Section 8 cl. 3, To regulate Commerce with Foreign Nations, Among the Several States, and with the Indian Tribes. Article I, Section 8, cl. 18, To make all laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution the powers enumerated under section 8 and all other Powers vested by the Constitution in the Government of the United States, or in any Department or Officer thereof. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3344-3 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.J. Res. 178 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3344 | H3344 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "178"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3344 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3344] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. VICENTE GONZALEZ of Texas: H.J. Res. 178. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Section 1, Article 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3344-2 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.J. Res. 177 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3344 | H3344 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "177"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3344 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3344] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. FOSTER: H.J. Res. 177. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: This bill is enacted pursuant to the power granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8 of the United States Constitution. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8677 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8677"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. BURLISON: H.R. 8677. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section VII of the United States Constitution. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-9 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8685 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8685"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. GOODEN: H.R. 8685. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: The Constitutional authority on which this bill rests is the power of Congress to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts, and excises to pay the debts and provide for the common Defefense and general welfare of the United States, as enumerated in Article I, Section 8, Clause 1. Thus, Congress has the authority not only to increase taxes, but also, to reduce taxes to promote the general welfare of the United States of America and her citizens. Additionally Congress has the | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-8 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8684 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8684"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. FOXX: H.R. 8684. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-7 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8683 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8683"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mrs. FOUSHEE: H.R. 8683. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Constitution Article I | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-6 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8682 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8682"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. DOWNING: H.R. 8682. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Section 8 of Article 1 of the Constitution | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-5 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8681 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8681"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. DEAN of Pennsylvania: H.R. 8681. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-42 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8718 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3344 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8718"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3343-H3344] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. WILSON of South Carolina: H.R. 8718. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: [[Page H3344]] Article 1, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-41 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8717 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8717"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. WILLIAMS of Georgia: H.R. 8717. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Clause 18 of Section 8 of Article 1 of the Constitution | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-40 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8716 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8716"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. WILLIAMS of Georgia: H.R. 8716. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Clause 18 of Section 8 of Article 1 of the Constitution. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-4 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8680 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8680"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. CRANK: H.R. 8680. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-39 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8715 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8715"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. TLAIB: H.R. 8715. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-38 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8714 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8714"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania: H.R. 8714. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-37 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8713 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8713"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mrs. SYKES: H.R. 8713. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-36 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8712 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8712"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. SUBRAMANYAM: H.R. 8712. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-35 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8711 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8711"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. SUBRAMANYAM: H.R. 8711. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I Section 8 of the Constitution gives Congress legislative powers | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-34 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8710 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8710"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. SUBRAMANYAM: H.R. 8710. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-33 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8709 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8709"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. STEVENS: H.R. 8709. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: This bill is enacted pursuant to the power granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the United States Constitution. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-32 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8708 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8708"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. SCHOLTEN: H.R. 8708. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-31 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8707 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8707"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. RYAN: H.R. 8707. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-30 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8706 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8706"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. PANETTA: H.R. 8706. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1 Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-3 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8679 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8679"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. COLLINS: H.R. 8679. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-29 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8705 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8705"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. OWENS: H.R. 8705. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Section 8 of Article I of the Constitution | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-28 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8704 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8704"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. OLSZEWSKI: H.R. 8704. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-27 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8703 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8703"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. NEWHOUSE: H.R. 8703. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 of the United States Constitution. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-26 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. MOSKOWITZ: H,R. 8702. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Pursuant to clause 3(d)(1) of rule XIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, the Committee find the authority for this legislation in article 1, section 8 of the Constitution. | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-25 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8701 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8701"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. MOSKOWITZ: H.R. 8701. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Pursuant to clause 3(d)(1) of rule XIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, the Committee find the authority for this legislation in article 1, section 8 of the Constitution. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-24 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8700 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8700"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. MOOLENAAR: H.R. 8700. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: This bill is enacted pursuant to the power granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 of the United States Constitution (the Commerce Clause), which grants Congress the power ``to regulate Commerce with foreign Nations, and among the several States''; Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 (the General Welfare Clause and the power to provide for the common defense); and Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 (the Necessary and Proper Clause), which grants Congress the authority to make all laws necessary and proper for carrying into execution the foregoing powers. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-23 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8699 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8699"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. MIN: H.R. 8699. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-22 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8698 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8698"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. McDONALD RIVET: H.R. 8698. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: U.S. Constitution, Article 1, section 8. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-21 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8697 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8697"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. McCAUL: H.R. 8697. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-20 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8696 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8696"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. LIEU: H.R. 8696. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-2 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8678 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8678"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. CARTER of Georgia: H.R. 8678. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-19 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8695 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8695"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. LETLOW: H.R. 8695. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-18 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8694 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8694"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. LARSON of Connecticut: H.R. 8694. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-17 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8693 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8693"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mrs. KIM: H.R. 8693. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-16 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8692 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8692"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. KILEY of California: H.R. 8692. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-15 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8691 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8691"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mrs. KIGGANS of Virginia: H.R. 8691. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article One Section Eight of the United States Constitution | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-14 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8690 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8690"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. KAMLAGER-DOVE: H.R. 8690. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: This bill is introduced pursuant to the powers granted to Congress under the General Welfare Clause (Art. 1 Sec. 8Cl. 1), the Commerce Clause (Art. 1 Sec. 8Cl. 3), and the Necessary and Proper Clause (Art. 1 Sec. 8Cl. 18). Further this statement of constitutional authority is made for the sole purpose of compliance with clause 7of Rule XII of the Rules of the House of Representatives and shall have no bearing on judicial review of the accompanying bill. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-13 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8689 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8689"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. JACKSON of Texas: H.R. 8689. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I Section 8 of the United States Constitution. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-12 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8688 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8688"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. HURD of Colorado: H.R. 8688. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2 Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-11 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8687 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8687"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mrs. HINSON: H.R. 8687. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3343-10 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8686 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3343 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8686"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3343 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. GOSAR: H.R. 8686. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3342 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3342 | H3342 | 172 Cong. Rec. H3342 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3342] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY STATEMENT Pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, the following statements are submitted regarding the specific powers granted to Congress in the Constitution to enact the accompanying bill or joint resolution. | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3342-9 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8673 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3342 | H3342 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8673"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3342 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3342] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. BARRETT: H.R. 8673. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3342-8 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8672 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3342 | H3342 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8672"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3342 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3342] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. YAKYM: H.R. 8672. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8, Clause 1 of the United States Constitution | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3342-7 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8671 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3342 | H3342 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8671"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3342 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3342] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. FLOOD: H.R. 8671. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the US Constitution | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3342-6 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8670 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3342 | H3342 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8670"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3342 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3342] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. SHERMAN: H.R. 8670. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I Section 8 of the US Constitution providing Congress with the power to regulate commerce. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3342-5 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8669 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3342 | H3342 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8669"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3342 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3342] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. TORRES of New York: H.R. 8669. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3342-4 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8668 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3342 | H3342 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8668"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3342 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3342] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. SELF: H.R. 8668. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to make all laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into execution the powers vested by the Constitution in the Government of the United States, including oversight of executive departments and foreign affairs authorities, pursuant to Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the Constitution of the United States. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3342-3 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8667 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3342 | H3342 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8667"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3342 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3342] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. VINDMAN: H.R. 8667. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Sec. 8, Clause 1 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3342-2 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8666 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3342 | H3342 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8666"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3342 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3342] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. LYNCH: H.R. 8666. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3342-12 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8676 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3342 | H3343 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8676"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3342 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3342-H3343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. BROWN: H.R. 8676. [[Page H3343]] Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I Section VIII | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3342-11 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8675 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3342 | H3342 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8675"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3342 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3342] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mrs. BICE: H.R. 8675. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1 Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3342-10 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8674 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H3342 | H3342 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8674"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3342 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3342] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. BEGICH: H.R. 8674. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2 (the Property Clause), which grants Congress the authority to dispose of and make all needful rules and regulations respecting the territory or other property belonging to the United States. This legislation provides for the conveyance of Federal land and the adjustment of Federal land boundaries. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 3 (the Commerce Clause), which grants Congress the authority to regulate commerce with Indian Tribes, including matters relating to land conveyances and settlements under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18 (the Necessary and Proper Clause), which authorizes Congress to make all laws necessary and proper for carrying into execution the foregoing powers, including legislation implementing land conveyances and Federal trust responsibilities. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3339 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | House of Representatives | HOUSE | HOUSE | CALLTOORDER | H3339 | H3339 | 172 Cong. Rec. H3339 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3339] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page H3339]] House of Representatives The House met at 9 a.m. and was called to order by the Speaker pro tempore (Mr. Wittman). ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3339-9 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS | HOUSE | HOUSE | HPUBBILLS | H3339 | H3342 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "96"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "176"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "177"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "178"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "179"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1259"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1260"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1261"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1262"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1263"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1264"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1265"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1266"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1267"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1268"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1269"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1270"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8666"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8667"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8668"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8669"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8670"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8671"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8672"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8673"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8674"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8675"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8676"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8677"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8678"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8679"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8680"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8681"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8682"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8683"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8684"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8685"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8686"}… | 172 Cong. Rec. H3339 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3339-H3342] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS Under clause 2 of rule XII, public bills and resolutions of the following titles were introduced and severally referred, as follows: By Mr. LYNCH (for himself, Mr. Garcia of California, Ms. Norton, Mr. [[Page H3340]] Walkinshaw, Ms. Budzinski, and Mr. Pappas): H.R. 8666. A bill to provide that Executive Order 14399 shall have no force or effect, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, Ways and Means, and House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. By Mr. VINDMAN (for himself, Mr. Ryan, Ms. Houlahan, Mr. Keating, Ms. Goodlander, Mr. Deluzio, and Mr. Moulton): H.R. 8667. A bill to amend titles 10 and 38, United States Code, to set the maximum cost-sharing amount paid by an eligible covered beneficiary under the TRICARE program and a veteran for such selected drug, as established under the Social Security Act, and the maximum price of a selected drug procured by Federal agencies, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. By Mr. SELF: H.R. 8668. A bill to reduce recurring reporting requirements imposed by law on the Department of State; to the… | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3339-8 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS | HOUSE | HOUSE | HPUBCOMMREPORT | H3339 | H3339 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7463"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H3339 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3339] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS Under clause 2 of rule XIII, reports of committees were delivered to the Clerk for printing and reference to the proper calendar, as follows: Mr. SMITH of Missouri: Committee on Ways and Means. H.R. 7463. A bill to amend section 477 of the Social Security Act to increase the maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education, with an amendment (Rept. 119-638). Referred to the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3339-7 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, ETC. | HOUSE | HOUSE | EXECUTIVECOMM | H3339 | H3339 | 172 Cong. Rec. H3339 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3339] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, ETC. Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive communications were taken from the Speaker's table and referred as follows: EC-3490. A communication from the President of the United States, transmitting notification that the national emergency with respect to the stabilization of Iraq declared in Executive Order 13303 of May 22, 2003, as modified, is to continue in effect beyond May 22, 2026, pursuant to 50 U.S.C. 1622(d); Public Law 94-412, Sec. 202(d); (90 Stat. 1255) (H. Doc. No. 119--153); to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed. EC-3491. A communication from the President of the United States, transmitting notification that the national emergency with respect to the Central African Republic, declared in Executive Order 13667 of May 12, 2014, is to continue in effect beyond May 12, 2026, pursuant to 50 U.S.C. 1622(d); Public Law 94-412, Sec. 202(d); (90 Stat. 1255) (H. Doc. No. 119--154); to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed. EC-3492. A letter from the Chief Justice, Supreme Court of the United States, transmitting an amendment to the Federal Rules of Evidence that has been adopted by the Supreme Court, pursuant to 28 U.S.C. 2074(a); Public Law 100-702, Sec. 401(a); (102 Stat. 4649) (H. Doc. No. 119--151); to the Committee on the Judiciary and ordered to be printed. EC-3493. A letter from the Chief Justice, Supreme Court of the United States, transmitting amendments and an addition to the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure that have been adopted by the Supreme Court, pursuant to 28 U.S.C. 2075; Public Law 88-623, Sec. 1 (as amen… | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3339-6 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | ADJOURNMENT | HOUSE | HOUSE | ADJOURNMENT | H3339 | H3339 | 172 Cong. Rec. H3339 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3339] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ADJOURNMENT The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 13 of rule I, the House stands adjourned until 10:30 a.m. on Monday, May 11, 2026. Thereupon (at 9 o'clock and 4 minutes a.m.), under its previous order, the House adjourned until Monday, May 11, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3339-5 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE | HOUSE | HOUSE | PLEDGE | H3339 | H3339 | 172 Cong. Rec. H3339 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3339] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair will lead the House in the Pledge of Allegiance. The SPEAKER pro tempore led the Pledge of Allegiance as follows: I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3339-4 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | THE JOURNAL | HOUSE | HOUSE | HJOURNAL | H3339 | H3339 | 172 Cong. Rec. H3339 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3339] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] THE JOURNAL The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 13 of rule I, the Journal of the last day's proceedings is approved. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3339-3 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | PRAYER | HOUSE | HOUSE | PRAYER | H3339 | H3339 | 172 Cong. Rec. H3339 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3339] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PRAYER The Chaplain, the Reverend Margaret Grun Kibben, offered the following prayer: Generous and loving God, on this National Day of Prayer, we come before You, stepping away briefly from the situations that vie for our attention, setting aside, if only for a moment, our anxieties to acknowledge Your holy presence in our lives and in this room. We confess not only our reluctance to approach You more often, but even more, we admit with contrition the things we have done that have kept us from You and the things we have left undone which would have drawn us nearer to You. But like a parent, You receive us into Your loving embrace, both to comfort us and to welcome us into Your steadfast love. Our gratitude is too great for words. Our thankfulness overwhelms our spirits. As our cup overflows with Your mercies, we pray in supplication for those in our communities, in our country, and in our world who do not yet know Your peace. In their illness, grant them healing. In their poverty, provide for their needs. In their warfare, grant them reason to cease their hostilities. Lord, we come to You in adoration, confession, thanksgiving, and supplication. Guard our hearts and minds that they would never stray from fellowship with You. In Your sovereign name, we pray. Amen. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH3339-2 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE | HOUSE | HOUSE | HDESIGNATION | H3339 | H3339 | 172 Cong. Rec. H3339 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3339] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE The SPEAKER pro tempore laid before the House the following communication from the Speaker: Washington, DC, May 7, 2026. I hereby appoint the Honorable Robert J. Wittman to act as Speaker pro tempore on this day. Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House of Representatives. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgH-FrontMatter-2 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | House of Representatives | HOUSE | HOUSE | FRONTMATTER | H3339 | H3339 | 172 Cong. Rec. H3339 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H3339] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] H O U S E O F R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S Vol. 172 WASHINGTON, THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026 No. 78 | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE421 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | CONGRATULATING ROBERT MAGALONG ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CONGRATULATIONS | E421 | E421 | [{"name": "Brett Guthrie", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E421 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E421] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONGRATULATING ROBERT MAGALONG ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT ______ HON. BRETT GUTHRIE of kentucky in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. GUTHRIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent and fellow Kentuckian, Robert Magalong, upon his acceptance to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Nominating young people to our service academies is one of my greatest honors as a Member of Congress. As a future West Point cadet, he will soon embark on a life-changing journey, joining the greatest fighting force on the face of the earth, the United States military. Throughout the entire application process, Robert showed himself to be a talented and well-rounded candidate. I do not doubt that he will succeed in his future academic and military career. As a graduate of West Point, I can confidently say that the years I spent in a service academy were among the most transformative of my life. I am confident that Robert's time at this incredible institution will be similarly impactful for him. Guided by the Army's motto of ``This We'll Defend,'' the coming years will challenge Robert to grow in character, strengthen his leadership, and commit to a life of service to our Nation. Again, I congratulate Robert Magalong on this impressive accomplishment. Our Commonwealth and the entire Nation thank him for his willingness to serve in uniform and wish him the best in this next chapter. Go Army. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE420 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF KAREL ANN THARP | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E420 | E420 | [{"name": "Mike Levin", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E420 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E420] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF KAREL ANN THARP ______ HON. MIKE LEVIN of california in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Karel Ann Tharp (nee Schubert), of Capistrano Beach, California, who passed away on November 2, 2025. In honor of her passing, I pay tribute to and reflect on the life she led and the impact she had on our Nation and community in California's 49th District. Karel Ann Tharp is remembered for her vibrant spirit, kindness, fierce devotion to her friends and family, and her unwavering commitment to her community. Karel is survived by her devoted husband of 61 years, Edward Tharp III; their son, Edward Tharp IV and his wife, Amy; daughter, Laura Miles and her husband, Alan; and beloved grandson, Brian Tharp and his wife, Stephanie. Karel attended Ganesh High School, where she was a dedicated student, spirited cheerleader, and member of the student government. After earning her degree from Cal Poly Pomona, she became a cornerstone of the administration office at La Paz Intermediate School. With 20 years of service, she is remembered by former students and faculty for her dedication, kindness, and work ethic. Karel's passion for community and love for our country drew her to politics, where she became a powerful force in local and national efforts to preserve our democracy. Through her mentorship, she shared her passion for civic duty with others and inspired countless young people to become politically engaged, creating a lasting impact on the community. Karel is remembered for her radiant smile… | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE420-3 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | HONORING JUDGE HERBERT E. PHIPPS | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E420 | E421 | [{"name": "Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E420 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E420-E421] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING JUDGE HERBERT E. PHIPPS ______ HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. of georgia in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. BISHOP. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor and pay tribute to Judge Herbert E. Phipps--a distinguished jurist, devoted public servant, proud Morehouse alumnus, as well as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and a dear friend whose life exemplifies courage, service, and fidelity to the rule of law. The Dougherty County Bar Association honored Judge Phipps during their annual Law Day Celebration on May 6, 2026, in Albany, Georgia. Judge Phipps' journey began in a small rural community in Baker County, Georgia, where family, faith, and hard work shaped his character. From those roots he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Morehouse College, a Juris Doctor from Case Western Reserve University School of Law, where he served as an editor of the Law Review, and a Master of Laws in the Judicial Process from the University of Virginia School of Law. After law school he returned to Southwest Georgia to join the practice of the legendary civil-rights attorney C.B. King, learning that the practice of law is a moral calling and that courage is an indispensable trait for lawyers and judges. He practiced as a solo practitioner from 1983 to 1995, served eight years as a part-time magistrate and associate judge of the Dougherty County State Court, seven years as judge of the Dougherty County Juvenile Court, and was appointed by Governor Zell Miller to the Dougherty Circuit Superior Court in 1995. In July 1999, Governor Roy Barnes appointed him to the Court… | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE420-2 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | CONGRATULATING MILLA SANTAPAOLA ON HER ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CONGRATULATIONS | E420 | E420 | [{"name": "Brett Guthrie", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E420 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E420] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONGRATULATING MILLA SANTAPAOLA ON HER ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY ______ HON. BRETT GUTHRIE of kentucky in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. GUTHRIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent and fellow Kentuckian, Milla Santapaola, upon her acceptance to the United States Naval Academy. Nominating young people to our service academies is one of my greatest honors as a Member of Congress. As a future midshipman, she will soon embark on a life-changing journey, joining the greatest fighting force on the face of the earth, the United States military. Milla has shown herself to be an exemplary candidate, securing offers from not only the Naval Academy but also the U.S. Air Force Academy. Throughout the entire application process, she showed herself to be a talented and well-rounded candidate. I do not doubt that she will succeed in her future academic and military career. As a graduate of West Point, I can confidently say that the years I spent in a service academy were among the most transformative of my life. I am confident that Milla's time in Annapolis will be similarly impactful for her. Guided by the Navy and the U.S. Marine Corps' mottos of ``Semper Fortis'' and ``Semper Fidelis,'' the coming years will challenge Milla to grow in character, strengthen her leadership, and commit to a life of service to our Nation. Again, I congratulate Milla Santapaola on this impressive accomplishment. Our Commonwealth and the entire Nation thank her for her willingness to serve in uniform and wish her the best in this next chapter. … | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE419 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | CELEBRATING THE 81ST BIRTHDAY OF PATRICIA KEATING | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CELEBRATING | E419 | E419 | [{"name": "Joe Wilson", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E419 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E419] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CELEBRATING THE 81ST BIRTHDAY OF PATRICIA KEATING ______ HON. JOE WILSON of south carolina in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, on May 9, 2026, we will celebrate the 81st birthday of Patricia Lou Keating of Chicago, Illinois. Ms. Keating was born on May 9, 1945, in Chicago to Marie and Louis Kalowski, as the younger sister to Carol Gregory. Patricia has lived the American dream working to serve the community until her retirement earlier this year. She has raised three daughters; Karen Roder, Jackie MacHarg, and Heather Perez. I am grateful for Patricia's service to the community and for sharing her grandson, Michael MacHarg, II, an invaluable contributor to our office. I wish Patricia Keating a Happy Birthday, and best wishes for many more. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE419-6 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | CELEBRATING UCLA WOMEN'S BASKETBALL FOR WINNING THE 2026 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CELEBRATING | E419 | E420 | [{"name": "Ted Lieu", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E419 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E419-E420] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CELEBRATING UCLA WOMEN'S BASKETBALL FOR WINNING THE 2026 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP ______ HON. TED LIEU of california in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. LIEU. Mr. Speaker, I rise to celebrate the women's basketball team from the University of California, Los Angeles, which took home the 2025 to 2026 NCAA Division One National Championship on April 6, 2026. UCLA defeated the women's basketball team from the University of South Carolina by a score of 79-51 to clinch the title in Phoenix, Arizona. This year's championship is the program's 1st NCAA national championship and 126th [[Page E420]] overall NCAA championship earned by a UCLA Bruins team in any sport. In 1978, UCLA Women's Basketball won the AIAW Division One/Large College tournament championship. The team should be proud of their accomplishments, earning a number one rating in both the Associated Press and Coaches polls ranking women's basketball teams. UCLA women's basketball finished the season with an overall 37-1 record and a perfect 18-0 record, capturing the Big Ten conference championship. Led by coach Cori Close, the team built a strong core of student athletes who won week after week in games around the Nation and on the hallowed court at UCLA's Pauley Pavilion. After being selected as the number two overall in the NCAA women's basketball tournament, the UCLA women went perfect, making it to the National Championship game against the South Carolina Gamecocks. UCLA dominated the Championship game in Phoenix, winning 79-51 and securing the title for themselves in dramatic fashion. Th… | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE419-5 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | CONGRATULATING HOLDEN SCHOEN ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CONGRATULATIONS | E419 | E419 | [{"name": "Brett Guthrie", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E419 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E419] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONGRATULATING HOLDEN SCHOEN ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT ______ HON. BRETT GUTHRIE of kentucky in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. GUTHRIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent and fellow Kentuckian, Holden Schoen, upon his acceptance to the United States Military Academy at West Point. As a future West Point cadet, he will soon embark on a life-changing journey, joining the greatest fighting force on the face of the earth, the United States military. Throughout the entire application process, Holden showed himself to be a talented and well-rounded candidate. I do not doubt that he will succeed in his future academic and military career. As a graduate of West Point, I can confidently say that the years I spent in a service academy were among the most transformative of my life. I am confident that Holden's time at this incredible institution will be similarly impactful for him. Guided by the Army's motto of ``This We'll Defend,'' the coming years will challenge Holden to grow in character, strengthen his leadership, and commit to a life of service to our Nation. Again, I congratulate Holden Schoen on this impressive accomplishment. Our Commonwealth and the entire Nation thank him for his willingness to serve in uniform and wish him the best in this next chapter. Go Army. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE419-4 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | RECOGNIZING CENTRAL INSURANCE'S 150TH ANNIVERSARY | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | RECOGNIZING | E419 | E419 | [{"name": "Robert E. Latta", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E419 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E419] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING CENTRAL INSURANCE'S 150TH ANNIVERSARY ______ HON. ROBERT E. LATTA of ohio in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. LATTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Central Insurance of Van Wert, Ohio, on the occasion of its 150th anniversary. This milestone is a testament to the company's enduring commitment to its policyholders, agents, employees, and the community it has proudly called home since its founding. Formally incorporated in 1876 as Van Wert County Mutual Fire Insurance Company, Central Insurance started out as a small, community- based mutual insurer formed by neighbors to help neighbors share risk at a time when formal insurance was still emerging in rural America. Central's operations soon began to stretch beyond Van Wert County. By 1883, the company had become an interstate operation, and the name Van Wert County Mutual Fire Insurance Company was limited. In 1884, the name was changed to The Central Manufacturers' Mutual Insurance Company. By its 25th anniversary in 1901, the company had expanded operations into six states. As transportation transformed American life in the early twentieth century, Central adapted its offerings to include automobile insurance. Its regional footprint expanded further in the following decades, with branch offices established in Boston, Atlanta, and Dallas. Today, Central Insurance serves hundreds of thousands of individuals and businesses across the country. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Central Insurance on this extraordinary milestone. For 150 years, Central Insurance has ex… | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE419-3 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | RECOGNIZING BETH EL TEMPLE | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | RECOGNIZING | E419 | E419 | [{"name": "Scott Perry", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E419 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E419] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING BETH EL TEMPLE ______ HON. SCOTT PERRY of pennsylvania in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. PERRY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Beth El Temple in Harrisburg on the auspicious occasion of its 100th Anniversary. For the last century, Beth El Temple has been a thriving synagogue and a vital part of our local community. Located on the banks of the Susquehanna River, Beth El Temple has provided a home for Jewish families across Central Pennsylvania. From the first services, which welcomed the rising sun at the ark and watched it set at the doors to the Sanctuary by the river, the Temple has been a place where all are valued, and which the staff has continued to create a sense of community and belonging for anyone who visits. Over the years, Beth El has significantly expanded its community outreach to a robust educational program, to include the Gersher Religious School, the Brenner Family Early Learning Center, and the PJ Library Program. Beth El also has a strong service and social action program, assisting and supporting service initiatives throughout the local community, and hosting food and essential service drives for the underprivileged. On May 15 to 16, 2026, Beth El Temple will celebrate its 100th Anniversary at the Centennial Gala. Guest rabbis, community members, and others whose lives have been positively impacted by Beth El's presence and impact will join. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize Beth El Temple and commend its 100th Anniversary and vibrant work. Beth El's impact on the local community, service initiatives, and welcoming… | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE419-2 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | CONGRATULATING OWEN DALE ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CONGRATULATIONS | E419 | E419 | [{"name": "Brett Guthrie", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E419 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E419] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONGRATULATING OWEN DALE ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT ______ HON. BRETT GUTHRIE of kentucky in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. GUTHRIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent and fellow Kentuckian, Owen Dale, upon his acceptance to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Nominating young people to our service academies is one of my greatest honors as a Member of Congress. As a future West Point cadet, he will soon embark on a life-changing journey, joining the greatest fighting force on the face of the earth, the United States military. Throughout the entire application process, Owen showed himself to be a talented and well-rounded candidate. I do not doubt that he will succeed in his future academic and military career. As a graduate of West Point, I can confidently say that the years I spent in a service academy were among the most transformative of my life. I am confident that Owen's time at this incredible institution will be similarly impactful for him. Guided by the Army's motto of ``This We'll Defend,'' the coming years will challenge Owen to grow in character, strengthen his leadership, and commit to a life of service to our Nation. Again, I congratulate Owen Dale on this impressive accomplishment. Our Commonwealth and the entire Nation thank him for his willingness to serve in uniform and wish him the best in this next chapter. Go Army. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE418 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | CONGRATULATING ROCKFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ON BEING NAMED A LEADER IN ME LEGACY SCHOOL | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CONGRATULATIONS | E418 | E418 | [{"name": "Brett Guthrie", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E418 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E418] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONGRATULATING ROCKFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ON BEING NAMED A LEADER IN ME LEGACY SCHOOL ______ HON. BRETT GUTHRIE of kentucky in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. GUTHRIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Bowling Green, Kentucky's Rockfield Elementary School on being named a Leader in Me Legacy School. This distinction reflects years of commitment to building a culture where every student is empowered to lead, grow, and succeed. The Leader in Me program, launched in 2008 by Franklin Covey and based on The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, teaches students leadership and life skills through a schoolwide model. Schools that demonstrate sustained excellence can earn Lighthouse status, with the highest recognition, Legacy School, being awarded to those that embody and maintain a strong leadership culture over time. Rockfield Elementary has demonstrated years of commitment to leadership development through empowering students to take ownership of their learning, fostering a positive school culture, and consistently building leadership habits in both the classroom and community. This award rightfully highlights the school's efforts to support its students in developing the skills that will set them up for success in their futures. Rockfield Elementary joins a growing list of Warren County Public Schools to be named a Leader in Me Legacy School. I congratulate them again, and go Raiders. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE418-4 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | HONORING KATHERINE GETTY KOOHMARAIE AND HER SERVICE TO VIRGINIA'S 1ST CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E418 | E419 | [{"name": "Robert J. Wittman", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E418 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E418-E419] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING KATHERINE GETTY KOOHMARAIE AND HER SERVICE TO VIRGINIA'S 1ST CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT ______ HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN of virginia in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. WITTMAN. Mr. Speaker. I rise today to honor Katherine Getty Koohmaraie and her service and contributions to Virginia's 1st District and the Nation. Katherine joined my team in March of last year from Emergent BioSolutions, where she was head of federal affairs, after serving at the NRCC for two cycles. Before her campaign experience, she pursued her master's degree in public administration at George Washington University and worked at Akin Gump, where she helped health-care clients achieve their objectives. Katherine is also a proud alum of the University of Florida. Katherine served as a mentor and leader for the legislative team and the entire office, sharing her expertise and knowledge with the rest of my team. Her counsel and guidance have shaped my staff into the most effective and successful team on Capitol Hill. Katherine was highly motivated, thoughtful, and kind. In a role that demands precision, flexibility, and the ability to delegate responsibilities thoughtfully, she consistently rose to the occasion. Above all, Katherine's willingness to teach and mentor other staff in the office allowed her to foster a positive and collaborative environment that will be missed. Through her tireless work she leaves behind a legacy of excellence. I would like to thank Katherine for her many contributions and dedicated service over the last year. She has been an invaluable member of my team, a… | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE418-3 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | CONGRATULATING STEPHEN LEPRELL ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CONGRATULATIONS | E418 | E418 | [{"name": "Brett Guthrie", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E418 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E418] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONGRATULATING STEPHEN LEPRELL ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY ______ HON. BRETT GUTHRIE of kentucky in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. GUTHRIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent and fellow Kentuckian, Stephen LePrell, upon his acceptance to the United States Air Force Academy. Nominating young people to our service academies is one of my greatest honors as a Member of Congress. As a future Air Force cadet, he will soon embark on a life-changing journey, joining the greatest fighting force on the face of the earth, the United States military. Stephen has shown himself to be an exemplary candidate, securing offers from not only the Air Force Academy but also the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. Throughout the entire application process, he showed himself to be a talented and well-rounded candidate. I do not doubt that he will succeed in his future academic and military career. As a graduate of West Point, I can confidently say that the years I spent in a service academy were among the most transformative of my life. I am confident that Stephen's time at ``the Zoo'' will be similarly impactful for him. Guided by the Air Force's motto of ``Aim High... Fly-Fight-Win,'' the coming years will challenge Stephen to grow in character, strengthen his leadership, and commit to a life of service to our Nation. Again, I congratulate Stephen LePrell on this impressive accomplishment. Our Commonwealth and the entire Nation thank him for his willingness to serve in uniform and wish him the best in this next chapter. … | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE418-2 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | CELEBRATING THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF GANADO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CELEBRATING | E418 | E418 | [{"name": "Michael Cloud", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E418 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E418] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CELEBRATING THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF GANADO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT ______ HON. MICHAEL CLOUD of texas in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. CLOUD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the 125th anniversary of Ganado Independent School District, a proud pillar of education and community in South Texas. Established on June 8, 1900, Ganado ISD has upheld a long-standing commitment to excellence. For over 125 years, the district has shaped generations of students, guided by a passionate community that puts kids first. Ganado ISD has achieved remarkable success both inside and outside the classroom. The district has earned eight team state championship titles in athletics, along with numerous individual state championships across athletics and other extracurricular activities. Its award- winning band, known as ``The Pride of the Tribe,'' has been recognized as a state marching medalist. Additionally, Ganado ISD consistently produces high achievers at the state and regional levels in UIL academic contests, art, cheerleading, One Act Play, and FFA. Under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Jonathon Szymanski, the district continues to build upon its strong foundation while preparing students for the future. As the community gathers to celebrate this historic milestone, we congratulate Ganado Independent School District on 125 years of excellence and wish them continued success in the years ahead. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE417-6 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | HONORING THE EDUCATIONAL SERVICE OF MRS. YVONNE BROWN | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E417 | E418 | [{"name": "Vicente Gonzalez", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E417 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E417-E418] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE EDUCATIONAL SERVICE OF MRS. YVONNE BROWN ______ HON. VICENTE GONZALEZ of texas in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. GONZALEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and commend Mrs. Yvonne Brown for her commitment to educational excellence and for receiving the Teacher of the Year award at St. Patrick's School in Corpus Christi, Texas. Mrs. Brown was honored by the St. Patrick's community for over 19 years of service and dedication to its students. [[Page E418]] Her first role in education was at Marine Corps Base Quantico, serving as an elementary school English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) instructor, where she approached her students with patience, intentionality, and compassion. She has always been motivated by a desire to help others through learning just as her teachers once helped her. Mrs. Brown currently serves as the computer and technology teacher at St. Patrick's School. In the computer lab, she has developed an innovative curriculum to teach elementary schoolers digital literacy, typing, coding, and robotics. These foundational skills will serve students for life in a world with rapidly developing technology. Not only do these classes help students meet the growing technological demands of the 21st century, but they also inspire students to pursue advanced studies in areas such as computer science, artificial intelligence, and engineering. In addition, Mrs. Brown serves as a leader of the St. Patrick's theater program, casting, directing, and producing multiple plays per year. This provides her students with the opportunity to express themselves cr… | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE417-5 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | PERSONAL EXPLANATION | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | PERSONALEXPLAIN | E417 | E417 | [{"name": "Rashida Tlaib", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E417 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E417] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PERSONAL EXPLANATION ______ HON. RASHIDA TLAIB of michigan in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Ms. TLAIB. Mr. Speaker, had I been present, I would have voted: NO on Roll Call No. 155. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE417-4 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | CONGRATULATING AUSTIN ALLEN ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CONGRATULATIONS | E417 | E417 | [{"name": "Brett Guthrie", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E417 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E417] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONGRATULATING AUSTIN ALLEN ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY ______ HON. BRETT GUTHRIE of kentucky in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. GUTHRIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent and fellow Kentuckian, Austin Allen, upon his acceptance to the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Nominating young people to our service academies is one of my greatest honors as a Member of Congress. As a future midshipman, he will soon embark on a life-changing journey, joining our Nation's fourth arm of defense, the Merchant Marines. Throughout the entire application process, Austin showed himself to be a talented and well-rounded candidate. I do not doubt that he will succeed in his future academic and Merchant Mariner career. As a graduate of West Point, I can confidently say that the years I spent in a service academy were among the most transformative of my life. I am confident that Austin's time at King's Point will be similarly impactful for him. Guided by the Merchant Marine's motto of ``Acta Non Verba,'' the coming years will challenge Austin to grow in character, strengthen his leadership, and commit to a life of service to our Nation. Again, I congratulate Austin Allen on this impressive accomplishment. Our Commonwealth and the entire Nation thank him for his willingness to serve in uniform and wish him the best in this next chapter. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE417-3 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | HONORING THE LIFE OF REVEREND FELTON LAMAR | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E417 | E417 | [{"name": "Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E417 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E417] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE LIFE OF REVEREND FELTON LAMAR ______ HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. of georgia in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. BISHOP. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with to honor and celebrate the life of Reverend Felton Lamar, who peacefully transitioned from this life on May 1, 2026. A Homegoing service to celebrate his remarkable and dedicated life will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026, at the Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Albany, Georgia. Born the fifth of nine children to the late William ``Bosie'' Lamar and Bertha Lamar, Reverend Lamar's life was rooted in faith, family, and service. At an early age he accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior and joined Pleasant Grove Baptist Church near Sylvester, Georgia. His faith guided every aspect of his life--his family life, his work, and the decades of ministry that followed. Reverend Lamar received his early education in the public schools of Worth County and later earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Bible from Bethany Divinity College & Seminary in 1994. In 1962, he was united in holy matrimony to Elizabeth Roberts Lamar. From this loving union, three children were born--Gary, Harold, and Katrina--and they, along with fourteen grandchildren and twenty-four great-grandchildren, remain living testaments to his devotion as a husband, father, and grandfather. Before answering the call to full-time ministry, Reverend Lamar worked faithfully at MacGregor Golf and Firestone Tire & Rubber Company and later served his community as a school bus driver in the Dougherty County School System until his retirement. After relocating to … | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgE417-2 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | CONGRATULATING JOHN MURPHY ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CONGRATULATIONS | E417 | E417 | [{"name": "Brett Guthrie", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E417 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E417] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONGRATULATING JOHN MURPHY ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT ______ HON. BRETT GUTHRIE of kentucky in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. GUTHRIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent and fellow Kentuckian, John Murphy, upon his acceptance to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Nominating young people to our service academies is one of my greatest honors as a Member of Congress. As a future West Point cadet, he will soon embark on a life-changing journey, joining the greatest fighting force on the face of the earth, the United States military. Throughout the entire application process, John showed himself to be a talented and well-rounded candidate. I do not doubt that he will succeed in his future academic and military career. As a graduate of West Point, I can confidently say that the years I spent in a service academy were among the most transformative of my life. I am confident that John's time at this incredible institution will be similarly impactful for him. Guided by the Army's motto of ``This We'll Defend,'' the coming years will challenge John to grow in character, strengthen his leadership, and commit to a life of service to our Nation. Again, I congratulate John Murphy on this impressive accomplishment. Our Commonwealth and the entire Nation thank him for his willingness to serve in uniform and wish him the best in this next chapter. Go Army. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgD477 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/Senate | SENATE | DAILYDIGEST | DDSCHAMBER | D477 | D477 | 172 Cong. Rec. D477 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D477] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Thursday, May 7, 2026 [[Page D477]] Daily Digest Senate Chamber Action The Senate met at 10:00:00 a.m. in pro forma session, and adjourned at 10:00:31 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Monday, May 11, 2026. | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgD477-6 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/Next Meeting of the SENATE + Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES + Other End Matter | SENATE | DAILYDIGEST | DDENDMATTER | D477 | D478 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "690"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. D477 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D477-D478] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] The CONGRESSIONAL RECORD (USPS 087-390). The Periodicals postage is paid at Washington, D.C. The public proceedings of each House of Congress, as reported by the Official Reporters thereof, are printed pursuant to directions of the Joint Committee on Printing as authorized by appropriate provisions of Title 44, United States Code, and published for each day that one or both Houses are in session, excepting very infrequent instances when two or more unusually small consecutive issues are printed one time. Public access to the Congressional Record is available online through the U.S. Government Publishing Office, at www.govinfo.gov, free of charge to the user. The information is updated online each day the Congressional Record is published. For more information, contact the GPO Customer Contact Center, U.S. Government Publishing Office. Phone 202-512-1800, or 866-512-1800 (toll-free). E-Mail, contactcenter@gpo.gov. To place an order for any of these products, visit the U.S. Government Online Bookstore at: bookstore.gpo.gov. Mail orders to: Superintendent of Documents, P.O. Box 979050, St. Louis, MO 63197-9000, or phone orders to 866-512-1800 (toll-free), 202-512-1800 (D.C. area), or fax to 202-512-2104. Remit check or money order, made payable to the Superintendent of Documents, or use VISA, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, or GPO Deposit Account. Following each session of Congress, the daily Congressional Record is revised, printed, permanently bound and sold by the Superintendent of Documents in individual parts or by sets. With the exception of copyrighted articles, there are no restrictions on the republication of material from the Congressional Record. POSTMASTER: Send address changes… | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgD477-5 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR 2026-05-11 | DAILYDIGEST | DDCOMMITTEEMEETINGS | D477 | D477 | 172 Cong. Rec. D477 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D477] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026 (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Senate No meetings/hearings scheduled. House No hearings are scheduled. | |||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgD477-4 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/House Committee Meetings | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDHCMEETINGS | D477 | D477 | 172 Cong. Rec. D477 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D477] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Committee Meetings No hearings were held. Joint Meetings No joint committee meetings were held. | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgD477-3 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/House of Representatives | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDHCHAMBER | D477 | D477 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "96"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "176"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "179"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1259"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1270"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7463"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8666"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "8718"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. D477 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D477] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] House of Representatives Chamber Action Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 53 public bills, H.R. 8666- 8718; and 17 resolutions, H.J. Res. 176-179; H. Con. Res. 96; and H. Res. 1259-1270 were introduced. Pages H3339-42 Additional Cosponsors: Page H3344 Report Filed: A report was filed today as follows: H.R. 7463, to amend section 477 of the Social Security Act to increase the maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education, with an amendment (H. Rept. 119-638). Page H3339 Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he appointed Representative Wittman to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. Page H3339 Quorum Calls--Votes: There were no Yea and Nay votes, and there were no Recorded votes. There were no quorum calls. Adjournment: The House met at 9 a.m. and adjourned at 9:04 a.m. | |||
| CREC-2026-05-07-pt1-PgD477-2 | 2026-05-07 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/Senate Committee Meetings | SENATE | DAILYDIGEST | DDSCMEETINGS | D477 | D477 | 172 Cong. Rec. D477 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D477] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Committee Meetings No committee meetings were held. | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-04-pt1-PgS2185 | 2026-05-04 | 119 | 2 | Senate | SENATE | SENATE | CALLTOORDER | S2185 | S2185 | 172 Cong. Rec. S2185 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 77 (Monday, May 4, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 77 (Monday, May 4, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S2185] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page S2185]] Senate The Senate met at 6:45 a.m. and was called to order by the Honorable Alan Armstrong, a Senator from the State of Oklahoma. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-05-04-pt1-PgS2185-3 | 2026-05-04 | 119 | 2 | ADJOURNMENT UNTIL THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026, AT 10 A.M. | SENATE | SENATE | ADJOURNMENT | S2185 | S2185 | 172 Cong. Rec. S2185 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 77 (Monday, May 4, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 77 (Monday, May 4, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S2185] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ADJOURNMENT UNTIL THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026, AT 10 A.M. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Under the previous order, the Senate stands adjourned until 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 7, 2026. Thereupon, the Senate, at 6:45 and 32 seconds a.m., adjourned until Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 10 a.m. |
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