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| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgD228 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/Highlights + Senate | SENATE | DAILYDIGEST | DDSCHAMBER | D228 | D229 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "72"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "624"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "625"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3956"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3962"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6644"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6719"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. D228 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D228-D229] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Monday, March 2, 2026 [[Page D228]] Daily Digest HIGHLIGHTS See Resume of Congressional Activity. Senate Chamber Action Routine Proceedings, pages S719-S740 Measures Introduced: Seven bills and two resolutions were introduced, as follows: S. 3956-3962, and S. Res. 624-625. Page S731 Measures Reported: H.R. 6719, to prohibit threats to a minor, with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Page S731 Measures Passed: Authorizing the Use of Emancipation Hall: Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 72, authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust. Page S728 Measures Considered: Housing for the 21st Century Act--Agreement: Senate resumed consideration of the motion to proceed to consideration of H.R. 6644, to increase the supply of housing in America. Pages S719-28 During consideration of this measure today, Senate also took the following action: By 84 yeas to 6 nays, 1 responding present (Vote No. 44), three- fifths of those Senators duly chosen and sworn, having voted in the affirmative, Senate agreed to the motion to close further debate on the motion to proceed to consideration of the bill. Page S728 A unanimous-consent agreement was reached providing for further consideration of the motion to proceed to consideration of the bill, post-cloture, at approximately 10 a.m., on Tuesday, March 3, 2026; and that all time during recess, adjournment, and Leader remarks count post-cloture on the motion to proceed to… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgD229-2 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/House of Representatives | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDHCHAMBER | D229 | D229 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1091"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1094"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "5254"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "5729"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7744"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7752"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. D229 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D229] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] House of Representatives Chamber Action Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 9 public bills, H.R. 7744- 7752; and 4 resolutions, H. Res. 1091-1094, were introduced. Pages H2335-36 Additional Cosponsors: Page H2336 Reports Filed: Reports were filed today as follows: H.R. 5254, to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to enter into an agreement with the Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in Gateway Arch National Park buildings, and for other purposes, with an amendment (H. Rept. 119-536); and H.R. 5729, to authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for the National Park Service for the purpose of retaining, vetting, approving, and expediting contractor approval for the clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of the Grand Canyon grounds that have been impacted by the Dragon Bravo Fire, with an amendment (H. Rept. 119-537). Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he appointed Representative Smith (NE) to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. Page H2335 Guest Chaplain: The prayer was offered by the Guest Chaplain, Dr. Edrees Bridges, United States Capitol Police, Washington, DC. Page H2335 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 9:02 a.m. | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgD229-3 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/House Committee Meetings | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDHCMEETINGS | D229 | D229 | 172 Cong. Rec. D229 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D229] 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-2026-03-02-pt1-PgD229-4 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR 2026-03-03 | DAILYDIGEST | DDCOMMITTEEMEETINGS | D229 | D230 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7567"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7744"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. D229 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D229-D230] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2026 (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Senate Committee on Armed Services: to hold hearings to examine an update on the National Defense Strategy; to be immediately followed by a closed session in SVC-217, 9:30 a.m., SH-216. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Subcommittee on Science, Manufacturing, and Competitiveness, to hold hearings to examine AI that improves safety, productivity, and care, 10:15 a.m., SR-253. Committee on the Judiciary: to hold oversight hearings to examine the Department of Homeland Security, 9 a.m., SD-106. Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism, to hold hearings to examine confronting child trafficking and the failure to protect America's most vulnerable, 2 p.m., SD-226. [[Page D230]] Committee on Veterans' Affairs: to hold a joint hearing with the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs to examine the legislative presentation of Veterans of Foreign Wars and multi VSOs, 10 a.m., SD-G50. House Committee on Agriculture, Full Committee, begin markup on H.R. 7567, the ``Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026'', 5 p.m., 1300 Longworth. Committee on Rules, Full Committee, hearing on H.R. 7744, the ``Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026'', 4 p.m., H-313 Capitol. Joint Meeting Joint Hearing: Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs, to hold a joint hearing with the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs to examine the legislative presentation of Veterans of Foreign Wars and multi VSOs, 10 a.m., SD-G50. | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgD229 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/Senate Committee Meetings | SENATE | DAILYDIGEST | DDSCMEETINGS | D229 | D229 | 172 Cong. Rec. D229 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D229] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Committee Meetings (Committees not listed did not meet) No committee meetings were held. | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgD230 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/CONGRESSIONAL PROGRAM AHEAD | SENATE | DAILYDIGEST | DDAHEAD | D230 | D233 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "204"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "601"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "815"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "933"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "952"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "971"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1135"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1276"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1744"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1829"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1981"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2071"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2102"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2504"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2787"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2827"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3004"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3447"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3493"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3527"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3798"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3923"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "4171"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6162"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6196"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6428"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6644"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6955"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7058"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7065"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7127"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7567"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7605"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7616"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7630"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7632"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7633"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7641"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7642… | 172 Cong. Rec. D230 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D230-D233] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONGRESSIONAL PROGRAM AHEAD Week of March 3 through March 6, 2026 Senate Chamber On Tuesday, Senate will continue consideration of the motion to proceed to consideration of H.R. 6644, Housing for the 21st Century Act, post-cloture. During the balance of the week, Senate may consider any cleared legislative and executive business. Senate Committees (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Committee on Armed Services: March 3, to hold hearings to examine an update on the National Defense Strategy; to be immediately followed by a closed session in SVC-217, 9:30 a.m., SH-216. March 4, Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support, to hold hearings to examine the current readiness of the Joint Force, 2:30 p.m., SH-216. March 5, Full Committee, to hold hearings to examine the American small drone industrial base, 9:30 a.m., SD-G50. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: March 3, Subcommittee on Science, Manufacturing, and Competitiveness, to hold hearings to examine AI that improves safety, productivity, and care, 10:15 a.m., SR-253. March 4, Full Committee, business meeting to consider S. 933, to authorize programs for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration for fiscal year 2025, S. 3923, to improve the weather research of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for the provision of weather data, and certain coast guard promotions, 10 a.m., SR-253. March 5, Full Committee, to hold hearings to examine the nominations of Arvind Raman, of Indiana, to be Under Secretary of Commerce for Standards… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgD233-2 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/Next Meeting of the SENATE + Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES + Other End Matter | SENATE | DAILYDIGEST | DDENDMATTER | D233 | D234 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6644"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. D233 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D233-D234] 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-2026-03-02-pt1-PgD233 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/Resume of Congressional Activity | SENATE | DAILYDIGEST | DDRESUMEONGOING | D233 | D233 | 172 Cong. Rec. D233 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D233] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Resume of Congressional Activity SECOND SESSION OF THE ONE HUNDRED NINETEENTH CONGRESS The first table gives a comprehensive resume of all legislative business transacted by the Senate and House. The second table accounts for all nominations submitted to the Senate by the President for Senate confirmation. DATA ON LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITY January 3 through February 28, 2026 Senate House Total Days in Session............... 32 31 . . Time in Session............... 145 hrs., 25 110 hrs., 8 . . Congressional Record: Pages of proceedings.......... S717 H2334 . . Extensions of remarks......... . . E170 . . Public bills enacted into law. 4 7 11 Private bills enacted into law . . . . . . Bills in conference........... . . 1 . . Measures passed, total........ 51 77 128 Senate bills.................. 6 4 . . House bills................... 5 50 . . Senate joint resolutions...... . . . . . . House joint resolutions....... 1 3 . . Senate concurrent resolutions. 1 . . . . House con… | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgE171-2 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT OF PAULA McKINNEY-RAINEY | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | RECOGNIZING | E171 | E171 | [{"name": "Brendan F. Boyle", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E171 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E171] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT OF PAULA McKINNEY-RAINEY ______ HON. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of pennsylvania in the house of representatives Monday, March 2, 2026 Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Paula McKinney-Rainey, both a constituent of mine and a valued member of my staff, as she retires from the House of Representatives next month. Paula is a proud Philadelphian and is an alumnus of Penn State University, as well as an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha. Prior to joining my office in 2015, she had extensive experience working in state and local governments as well as the nonprofit sector in a variety of capacities. Paula was a Management Analyst in the County of Los Angeles Chief Administration Office before spending several years serving Pennsylvanians in roles with the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development and the Governor's Office of Housing and Community Revitalization. Through Paula's almost eleven years of service in my office, she has helped thousands of constituents with a variety of issues. Through her extraordinary efforts, Paula has demonstrated outstanding care and empathy for those she serves. Over the years, she has also been an indispensable community representative on my behalf, providing countless constituents and stakeholders with information on how our office and their government can help them in their moment of need. In addition to her role in my office, Paula is also a longtime dedicated community leader. For more than twenty years, she has served as a Philadelphia Committeeperson in the city's 61st Ward, working … | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgE171-3 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | PERSONAL EXPLANATION | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | PERSONALEXPLAIN | E171 | E171 | [{"name": "Seth Magaziner", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2503"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E171 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E171] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PERSONAL EXPLANATION ______ HON. SETH MAGAZINER of rhode island in the house of representatives Monday, March 2, 2026 Mr. MAGAZINER. Mr. Speaker, on February 24, 2026, a historic blizzard and flight cancellations prevented me from making it to Washington, D.C. in time to vote in support of the ROTOR Act. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 72, S. 2503--ROTOR Act. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgE171-4 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF HUB'S RESTAURANT | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CELEBRATING | E171 | E171 | [{"name": "Janice D. Schakowsky", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E171 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E171] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF HUB'S RESTAURANT ______ HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY of illinois in the house of representatives Monday, March 2, 2026 Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the 50th anniversary of Hub's Restaurant in Skokie, a family-owned establishment whose history began on March 1, 1976, when brothers Tony and John Thanoukos purchased the restaurant and began building what would become a lasting institution. From the outset, Tony and John worked together to grow the business, providing high-quality Greek and American food and establishing a reputation for consistency, value, and welcoming service. Their partnership laid the foundation for a family legacy that has now spanned five decades. In the mid-1990s, the brothers divided the business, with Tony leading operations in Skokie and John leading operations in Chicago. While the locations went their separate ways, the shared family history dating back to 1976 reflects the joint effort that built the Hub's name. For 50 years, Hub's in Skokie has provided jobs, supported community events, catered gatherings large and small, and served as a place where neighbors and families come together. Its longevity reflects the dedication of the Thanoukos family and the loyalty of the community it has served. Reaching a 50-year milestone is a momentous achievement for any business. The Thanoukos family and the entire Hub's team should take great pride in this accomplishment. On behalf of the residents of Illinois' 9th Congressional District, I congratulate the Thanoukos family and the entire Hub's team on this anni… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgE171-5 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FOUNDING OF PHILADELPHIA GAY NEWS | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | RECOGNIZING | E171 | E171 | [{"name": "Brendan F. Boyle", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E171 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E171] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FOUNDING OF PHILADELPHIA GAY NEWS ______ HON. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of pennsylvania in the house of representatives Monday, March 2, 2026 Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of Philadelphia Gay News (PGN), the second-longest continuously publishing LGBTQ newspaper in the Nation, and a pillar of the Philadelphia journalistic community. Under the extraordinary leadership of founder Mark Segal, PGN has remained the preeminent voice for Philadelphia's LGBTQ community for decades and has been a source of some of our region's finest journalism. From being the forum of the first ever op-ed from a major- party presidential candidate published in an LGBTQ newspaper, to being recognized with an historical marker by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, PGN has been a trailblazing publication since its founding in 1976. PGN could not have had the tremendous success that it has had over the last half-century if not for the vision and exceptional leadership of Mark Segal. Mark's role as both a longtime civic leader in Philadelphia and as an icon of our Nation's LGBTQ community cannot be overstated. He founded Gay Youth in 1970 and was a founding member of the Gay Liberation Front in 1969. Mark also partnered with the Obama Administration in 2012 to create the John C. Anderson Apartments in Philadelphia, the Nation's first LGBTQ-friendly senior affordable housing facility. The same tireless work ethic that helped him build PGN continues to influence his various civic efforts, for … | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgE171-6 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS | SENATE | EXTENSIONS | ESENATECOMMITTEE | E171 | E172 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "4"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "4"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "204"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "601"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "815"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "933"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "952"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "953"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1135"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1276"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1829"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1981"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2102"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2787"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3004"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3493"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3527"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3798"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3923"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E171 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E171-E172] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, agreed to by the Senate of February 4, 1977, calls for establishment of a system for a computerized schedule of all meetings and hearings of Senate committees, subcommittees, joint committees, and committees of conference. This title requires all such committees to notify the Office of the Senate Daily Digest--designated by the Rules Committee--of the time, place and purpose of the meetings, when scheduled and any cancellations or changes in the meetings as they occur. As an additional procedure along with the computerization of this information, the Office of the Senate Daily Digest will prepare this information for printing in the Extensions of Remarks section of the Congressional Record on Monday and Wednesday of each week. Meetings scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2026 may be found in the Daily Digest of today's Record. MEETINGS SCHEDULED MARCH 4 9:30 a.m. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Business meeting to consider S. 601 and H.R. 1276, bills to remove restrictions from a parcel of land in Paducah, Kentucky, S. 815, to designate the outdoor amphitheater at the Blue Ridge Music Center in Galax, Virginia, as the ``Rick Boucher Amphitheater'', S. 1135, to amend the National Trails System Act [[Page E172]] to direct the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study on the feasibility of designating the Bonneville Shoreline Trail, S. 1981, to require the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior to utilize grazing for wildfire risk reduction, S.… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH-FrontMatter-3 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | House of Representatives | HOUSE | HOUSE | FRONTMATTER | H2335 | H2335 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2335 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2335] 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, MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026 No. 39 | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2335-2 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE | HOUSE | HOUSE | HDESIGNATION | H2335 | H2335 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2335 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2335] 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, March 2, 2026. I hereby appoint the Honorable Adrian Smith, to act as Speaker pro tempore on this day. Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House of Representatives. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2335-3 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | PRAYER | HOUSE | HOUSE | PRAYER | H2335 | H2335 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2335 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2335] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PRAYER Dr. Edrees Bridges, United States Capitol Police, Washington, D.C., offered the following prayer: Oh, merciful benefactor, and wise sustainer, we pause in gratitude for the time entrusted and the work set before us. Bless these leaders with patience to labor faithfully in the duties of this day, knowing that the quiet work of the present shapes the direction and strength of the future. Grant them vision to build with care, courage to act with conviction, and steadiness to continue when progress unfolds slowly. Allow their efforts to become foundations of hope for generations yet unseen and guide their decisions with wisdom that seeks the good of all. May their service honor the trust placed in them and strengthen the path for those who follow. Let their labor be carried forward with integrity today and remembered with gratitude tomorrow. As they labor in trust and responsibility, protect the Members of this House, their staff, and all who serve within these solemn Halls, and guide their efforts toward justice, peace, and the flourishing of this Nation. Amen. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2335-4 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | THE JOURNAL | HOUSE | HOUSE | HJOURNAL | H2335 | H2335 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2335 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2335] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] THE JOURNAL The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair has examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and announces to the House the approval thereof. Pursuant to clause 1 of rule I, the Journal of the last day's proceedings is approved. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2335-5 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE | HOUSE | HOUSE | PLEDGE | H2335 | H2335 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2335 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2335] 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-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2335-6 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | ADJOURNMENT | HOUSE | HOUSE | ADJOURNMENT | H2335 | H2335 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2335 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2335] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ADJOURNMENT The SPEAKER pro tempore. Without objection, the House stands adjourned until noon tomorrow for morning-hour debate and 2 p.m. for legislative business. There was no objection. Thereupon (at 9 o'clock and 2 minutes a.m.), under its previous order, the House adjourned until tomorrow, Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at noon for morning-hour debate. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2335-7 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS | HOUSE | HOUSE | HPUBBILLS | H2335 | H2336 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1091"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1092"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1093"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1094"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7744"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7745"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7746"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7747"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7748"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7749"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7750"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7751"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7752"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2335 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2335-H2336] 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. COLE: H.R. 7744. A bill making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, 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. ARRINGTON (for himself, Mr. McDowell, Mrs. Luna, Mr. Rose, Mr. Van Epps, and Mr. Lawler): H.R. 7745. A bill to establish certain requirements relating to wellness checks for the health and welfare of certain members of the Armed Forces, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Armed Services. By Mr. BELL: H.R. 7746. A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 8390 North Broadway in St. Louis, Missouri, as the ``Chuck Stone Post Office''; to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. By Mr. BERGMAN (for himself, Mr. Suozzi, and Mr. Owens): H.R. 7747. A bill to amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to streamline the certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Energy… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2335 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | House of Representatives | HOUSE | HOUSE | CALLTOORDER | H2335 | H2335 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2335 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2335] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page H2335]] House of Representatives The House met at 9 a.m. and was called to order by the Speaker pro tempore (Mr. Smith of Nebraska). ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2336-10 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | ADDITIONAL SPONSORS | HOUSE | HOUSE | HADDSPONSORS | H2336 | H2336 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "321"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "637"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "722"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "885"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "930"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "981"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1035"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1072"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1076"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1087"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1464"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1529"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1657"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "1993"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2315"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2678"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2705"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3002"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3069"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3144"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3151"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3304"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "3723"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "4008"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "4062"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "4448"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "5128"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "5363"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "5512"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "5653"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "5732"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "5890"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6124"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6677"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6856"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6857"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7088"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7099"}, {"congress": "119", "type… | 172 Cong. Rec. H2336 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2336] 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. 637: Mr. Vasquez. H.R. 722: Mr. LaHood. H.R. 885: Ms. Boebert, Mr. Wied, Mr. Gooden, Mrs. Luna, and Mr. Crenshaw. H.R. 1464: Ms. Lee of Pennsylvania and Ms. Kamlager-Dove. H.R. 1529: Ms. Wilson of Florida and Mr. Quigley. H.R. 1657: Mrs. Foushee, Mr. Landsman, Mr. Deluzio, Mr. Ruiz, Mrs. Trahan, Mr. Moulton, Mr. Smith of New Jersey, Mr. Ivey, Ms. Lee of Pennsylvania, and Mr. Bishop. H.R. 1993: Mr. Van Orden, Mrs. Foushee, and Mr. Vasquez. H.R. 2315: Mr. Patronis and Mr. McClintock. H.R. 2678: Mr. Pocan. H.R. 2705: Mr. McClintock. H.R. 3002: Mr. Green of Texas. H.R. 3069: Mr. Larson of Connecticut. H.R. 3144: Mr. Van Orden and Mr. Crank. H.R. 3151: Mrs. Kim. H.R. 3304: Mrs. Kiggans of Virginia and Mr. Garcia of California. H.R. 3723: Mr. Goldman of Texas. H.R. 4008: Mr. Van Orden. H.R. 4062: Ms. Chu. H.R. 4448: Mr. Fulcher and Mr. Comer. H.R. 5128: Mr. Sorensen. H.R. 5363: Mr. Davis of North Carolina. H.R. 5512: Mr. Fulcher. H.R. 5653: Ms. Titus. H.R. 5732: Mr. Conaway. H.R. 5890: Mr. Fulcher. H.R. 6124: Mr. Jackson of Illinois and Mr. Thanedar. H.R. 6677: Mr. Nadler, Ms. Sanchez, and Mrs. Grijalva. H.R. 6856: Ms. Brownley and Mr. Auchincloss. H.R. 6857: Mrs. Kiggans of Virginia and Mr. Lieu. H.R. 7088: Mr. Nadler and Ms. Pingree. H.R. 7099: Ms. Tlaib, Ms. Craig, and Mr. Sorensen. H.R. 7118: Ms. Schrier and Mrs. Miller of West Virginia. H.R. 7146: Ms. Wasserman Schultz and Mr. … | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2336-11 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | CONGRESSIONAL EARMARKS, LIMITED TAX BENEFITS, OR LIMITED TARIFF BENEFITS | HOUSE | HOUSE | HEARMARKS | H2336 | H2342 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7744"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2336 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2336-H2342] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONGRESSIONAL EARMARKS, LIMITED TAX BENEFITS, OR LIMITED TARIFF BENEFITS Under clause 9 of rule XXI, lists or statements on congressional earmarks, limited tax benefits, or limited tariff benefits were submitted as follows: Offered By Mr. Cole The following table is submitted in compliance with clause 9 of rule XXI, and lists the congressional earmarks (as defined in paragraph (e) of clause 9) contained in H.R. 7744. The bill does not contain any limited tax benefits or limited tariff benefits as defined in paragraphs (f) and (g) of clause 9 of rule XXI. [[Page H2337]] HOMELAND SECURITY [Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending] -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Requestor(s)-- Agency Account- Project- Recipient- State - Amount- -------------------------- Origination House Senate -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FEMA Federal Assistance- Acushnet Office of Acushnet Office of MA....... $2,140,000 ........... Markey, S EOC Emergency Ma… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2336-2 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7744 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2336 | H2336 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7744"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2336 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2336] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. COLE: H.R. 7744. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: The principal constitutional authority for this legislation is clause 7 of section 9 of article I of the Constitution of the United States (the appropriation power), which states: ``No Money shall be drawn from the Treasury, but in Consequence of Appropriations made by Law . . . .'' In addition, clause 1 of section 8 of article I of the Constitution (the spending power) provides: ``The Congress shall have the Power . . . to pay the Debts and provide for the common Defence and general Welfare of the United States . . . .'' Together, these specific constitutional provisions establish the congressional power of the purse, granting Congress the authority to appropriate funds, to determine their purpose, amount, and period of availability, and to set forth terms and conditions governing their use. | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2336-3 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7745 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2336 | H2336 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7745"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2336 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2336] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. ARRINGTON: H.R. 7745. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2336-4 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7746 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2336 | H2336 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7746"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2336 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2336] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. BELL: H.R. 7746. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, Clause 7 | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2336-5 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7747 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2336 | H2336 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7747"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2336 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2336] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. BERGMAN: H.R. 7747. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the United States Constitution S.R. 7748. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18 | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2336-6 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7749 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2336 | H2336 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7749"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2336 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2336] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. FEENSTRA: H.R. 7749. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2336-7 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7750 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2336 | H2336 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7750"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2336 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2336] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. LATIMER: H.R. 7750. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 4, Clause 1 | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2336-8 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7751 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2336 | H2336 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7751"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2336 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2336] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mrs. McIVER: H.R. 7751. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: The Constitution's Spending Clause (Article I, Section 8, clause 1) and the Necessary and Proper Clause (Article I, Section 8, clause 18) grant Congress the authority to enact this legislation. | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2336-9 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7752 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2336 | H2336 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7752"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2336 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2336] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. SCHMIDT: H.R. 7752. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: section 8 of article 1 of the Constitution ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgH2336 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2336 | H2336 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2336 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H2336] 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-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS-FrontMatter | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Senate | SENATE | SENATE | FRONTMATTER | S719 | S719 | 172 Cong. Rec. S719 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S719] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] S E N A T E Vol. 172 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026 No. 39 | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS719-2 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | PRAYER | SENATE | SENATE | PRAYER | S719 | S719 | 172 Cong. Rec. S719 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S719] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PRAYER The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, offered the following prayer: Let's pray. Mighty God, we do not even know what tomorrow holds, but we know You hold tomorrow. In these turbulent times for our Nation and world, our eyes are on You. As our lawmakers attempt to protect, defend, and declare as it relates to their constitutional responsibilities, grant them wisdom, courage, and faith for the living of these days. Lord, keep them within the circle of Your prevailing providence. We pray for our brave military personnel who are willing to give the last full measure of devotion to pay the price for freedom. Lord, we pray for their families who are following the news of their loved ones experiencing the ferocity of combat. Remind us all once more that Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. We pray in Your powerful Name. Amen. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS719-3 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE | SENATE | SENATE | PLEDGE | S719 | S719 | 172 Cong. Rec. S719 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S719] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The President 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-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS719-4 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME | SENATE | SENATE | ALLOTHER | S719 | S719 | 172 Cong. Rec. S719 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S719] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Budd). Under the previous order, the leadership time is reserved. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS719-5 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | CONCLUSION OF MORNING BUSINESS | SENATE | SENATE | SCONBUSINESS | S719 | S719 | 172 Cong. Rec. S719 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S719] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONCLUSION OF MORNING BUSINESS The PRESIDING OFFICER. Morning business is closed. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS719-6 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | LEGISLATIVE SESSION | SENATE | SENATE | SLEGISLATIVE | S719 | S728 | [{"name": "Chuck Grassley", "role": "speaking"}, {"name": "John Thune", "role": "speaking"}, {"name": "Charles E. Schumer", "role": "speaking"}, {"name": "Richard J. Durbin", "role": "speaking"}, {"name": "Andy Kim", "role": "speaking"}, {"name": "Richard Blumenthal", "role": "speaking"}, {"name": "Brian Schatz", "role": "speaking"}, {"name": "Adam B. Schiff", "role": "speaking"}, {"name": "Tim Kaine", "role": "speaking"}, {"name": "Jeff Merkley", "role": "speaking"}, {"name": "John Barrasso", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6644"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S719 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S719-S728] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] LEGISLATIVE SESSION ______ HOUSING ACT FOR THE 21ST CENTURY ACT--Motion to Proceed The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under the previous order, the Senate will resume consideration of the motion to proceed to H.R. 6644, which the clerk will report. The senior assistant bill clerk read as follows: Motion to proceed to Calendar No. 343, H.R. 6644, a bill to increase the supply of housing in America, and for other purposes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Iowa. Crime Victims Fund Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I am going to refer to billions of dollars. I am not referring to billions of taxpayer dollars. I am visiting with you about billions of crime fines that are not collected. For many years, I have addressed and pressed the Justice Department to ensure that the Crime Victims Fund has sufficient resources. That fund supports victims and survivors of crime in our hometowns and all across America. Congress established the fund to be taxpayer-neutral. Its balances are filled through criminal fines and penalties that the Justice Department collects and deposits in that Crime Victims Fund. Last Congress, my oversight revealed that the Biden Justice Department failed to collect and deposit more than $1 billion in fines and penalties. The Biden-Harris administration was weak on crime and weak on protecting victims. Since my oversight, the balance of the fund has increased from $1 billion in 2023--the lowest in over a decade--to its current balance of $3.5 billion. Last April, this Senator, along with Senators Ernst, Crapo, and Risch, sent a letter to the Justice Department. In that letter, we urged the Justice Department to avoid the failures of… | ||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS719 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Senate | SENATE | SENATE | CALLTOORDER | S719 | S719 | 172 Cong. Rec. S719 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S719] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page S719]] Senate The Senate met at 3 p.m. and was called to order by the President pro tempore (Mr. Grassley). ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS728-2 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | MORNING BUSINESS | SENATE | SENATE | SMBUSINESS | S728 | S728 | [{"name": "Peter Welch", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S728 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S728] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] MORNING BUSINESS ______ BERTA CACERES Mr. WELCH. Mr. President, today marks 10 years since the murder of Honduran environmental leader Berta Caceres. She lost her life after rallying her indigenous Lenca community to halt construction of the Agua Zarca Dam project. Berta's killers were hired by the corrupt DESA hydroelectric company, financed by national and international banks. Some have been convicted. All are appealing. Others remain at large, while Berta's organization, the Council of indigenous and Popular Organizations of Honduras, continues to receive threats. Throughout her life, Berta Caceres not only fought for the rights of Hondurans; she also built networks of solidarity across the hemisphere, organizing opposition against destructive policies, including the militarization of law enforcement and resource-extractive projects that harm indigenous communities and the environment. Impunity for killings of Honduran social activists is endemic, but Berta's case shows that accountability is possible. The new Honduran Government can demonstrate that it is committed to truth, justice, and the rule of law by ensuring that all those involved in her assassination are severely punished, as well as those responsible for the hundreds of killings of other human rights and environmental activists in that country. It should study the findings in the recent Interdisciplinary Group of Independent Experts' report on Berta Caceres' murder and publicly commit to vigorously implement its recommendations. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS728-3 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | RECOGNIZING IDAHO OLYMPIANS | SENATE | SENATE | RECOGNIZING | S728 | S729 | [{"name": "Mike Crapo", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S728 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S728-S729] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING IDAHO OLYMPIANS Mr. CRAPO. Mr. President, with my colleagues Senator Jim Risch, Representative Mike Simpson, and Representative Russ Fulcher, I congratulate five Idaho-connected athletes who competed in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina. Qualifying for Team USA is an accomplishment in and of itself, and we commend these five incredible Idahoans for their hard work and commitment that resulted in them representing our great State and country on this world stage. Now three-time Olympian Chase Josey, of Sun Valley, competed in snowboarding in both the Olympic Winter Games in Beijing 2022, earning 7th place in the snowboard halfpipe, and he earned 6th place in the snowboard halfpipe in the Olympic Winter Games in PyeongChang in 2018, before his return to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina, where he earned 11th in the halfpipe. He took 5th in the halfpipe at the 2021 FIS Snowboard World Championships, and most recently 12th in this competition in 2025. Team USA notes that Chase's father Bill taught him to snowboard at age 5 [[Page S729]] on the slopes of Sun Valley. He has since been a strong presence in competitive snowboarding. Five-time Olympic medalist Hilary Knight, of Sun Valley, has become a mainstay on the U.S. women's hockey team. She brought home one gold and three silver medals in four Olympics prior to the 2026 competitions, where she again helped secure Team USA's gold-medal win. Hilary Knight served as captain of the team and is the new American point and goal- scoring leader for Olympic women's ice hockey. She earned a silver medal in the Olympic Winter Games in Beijing in 2022, following her earning a gold medal in the Olympic Winter Games in PyeongChang in 2018, a silver medal in the Olympi… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS728 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | AUTHORIZING THE USE OF EMANCIPATION HALL IN THE CAPITOL VISITOR CENTER FOR A CEREMONY AS PART OF THE COMMEMORATION OF THE DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST | SENATE | SENATE | COMMEMORATING | S728 | S728 | [{"name": "John Thune", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "72"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "72"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S728 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S728] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] AUTHORIZING THE USE OF EMANCIPATION HALL IN THE CAPITOL VISITOR CENTER FOR A CEREMONY AS PART OF THE COMMEMORATION OF THE DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of H. Con. Res. 72, which was received from the House. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the concurrent resolution by title. The senior assistant legislative clerk read as follows: A concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 72) authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust. There being no objection, the Senate proceeded to consider the concurrent resolution. Mr. THUNE. I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be agreed to and the motion to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table with no intervening action or debate. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 72) was agreed to. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS729-2 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | MESSAGES FROM THE PRESIDENT | SENATE | SENATE | MSGPRESIDENT | S729 | S729 | 172 Cong. Rec. S729 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S729] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] MESSAGES FROM THE PRESIDENT Messages from the President of the United States were communicated to the Senate by Ms. Holstead, one of his secretaries. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS729-3 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | EXECUTIVE MESSAGES REFERRED | SENATE | SENATE | SMSGEXEC | S729 | S729 | 172 Cong. Rec. S729 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S729] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] EXECUTIVE MESSAGES REFERRED As in executive session the Presiding Officer laid before the Senate messages from the President of the United States submitting sundry nominations which were referred to the appropriate committees. (The messages received today are printed at the end of the Senate proceedings.) ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS729-4 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | EXECUTIVE AND OTHER COMMUNICATIONS | SENATE | SENATE | EXECUTIVECOMM | S729 | S730 | 172 Cong. Rec. S729 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S729-S730] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] EXECUTIVE AND OTHER COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were laid before the Senate, together with accompanying papers, reports, and documents, and were referred as indicated: EC-2845. A communication from the Chief for Regulatory Development, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled ``Restoring Integrity to the Issuance of Non-Domiciled [[Page S730]] Commercial Drivers Licenses (CDL)'' (RIN2126-AC98) received during adjounment of the Senate in the Office of the President of the Senate on February 20, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. EC-2846. A communication from the Senior Counsel, Office of the Secretary, Department of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled ``Removing Outdated and Overly-Prescriptive Regulations Governing the Use of Penalty Mail in the Location and Recovery of Missing Children'' (RIN0605-AA81) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on February 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. EC-2847. A communication from the Senior Counsel, Office of the General Counsel, Department of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled ``Survey of International Trade in Services Between U.S. and Foreign Persons and Surveys of Direct Investment'' (RIN0691-AA95) in the Office of the President of the Senate on February 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. EC-2848. A communication from the President of the United States to the Pre… | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS729 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | TRIBUTE TO LIEUTENANT COLONEL HAROLD STANFORD | SENATE | SENATE | SADDITIONAL | S729 | S729 | [{"name": "Tommy Tuberville", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S729 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S729] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS ______ TRIBUTE TO LIEUTENANT COLONEL HAROLD STANFORD Mr. TUBERVILLE. Mr. President, Alabama is proud to be home to so many great veterans who have represented us well on the world stage. That is certainly true for LTC Harold Stanford of Barfield, AL. The Clay County native joined the Alabama Army National Guard while he was still in high school before going to Jacksonville State University and joining the ROTC unit there. Harold's Alabama training took him across the country, but one stop in Rockville, MD, would chart the course for his nearly three-decade military career. While here, Harold helped protect our Nation's Capital and surrounding area during the Vietnam war. This was also where Harold took his first helicopter flight, and he decided that aviation was how he would use his gifts to serve our country. He became an Army pilot and served two tours in Vietnam in the 60s. His company became known as the Rattlers. Harold received the Distinguished Flying Cross medal--the highest honor for aerial flight--for his bravery during a mission where he successfully landed his Chinook after losing an engine due to enemy fire. Harold safely landed the chopper along with 8,000 pounds of ammo and the whole crew intact. But Harold's service extended far past being a skilled pilot. He devoted much of his time off duty to serving a leper colony, demonstrating the very best of American generosity and goodwill. Over the years, he has received numerous other decorations, including the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Joint Service Commendation medal, seven Air Medals, several unit citations, and many more. We could all learn a thing or two from Harold. After retiring from the … | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS730 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | PETITIONS AND MEMORIALS | SENATE | SENATE | SPETANDMEM | S730 | S731 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "98"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HJRES", "number": "98"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "3008"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "3008"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S730 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S730-S731] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PETITIONS AND MEMORIALS The following petitions and memorials were laid before the Senate and were referred or ordered to lie on the table as indicated: POM-32. A concurrent resolution adopted by the General Assembly of the State of South Carolina applying to the United States Congress to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution, for the limited purpose of proposing a constitutional amendment to set a limit on the number of terms that a person may be elected, as a member, to the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate; to the Committee on the Judiciary. House Concurrent Resolution No. 3008 Whereas, the legislature of South Carolina hereby makes an application to Congress, as provided by Article V of the Constitution of the United States of America, to call a convention limited to proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America to set a limit on the number of terms that a person may be elected, as a member, to the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate; and Whereas, the Secretary of State is hereby directed to transmit copies of this application to the President and Secretary of the Senate of the United States; the Speaker, Clerk, and Judiciary Committee Chairman of the House of Representatives of the Congress of the United States; the members of the Senate and House of Representatives from this State; and the presiding officers of each of the legislative houses in the several states, requesting their cooperation; and Whereas, this application shall be considered as cover… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS731-2 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS | SENATE | SENATE | SINTROBILLS | S731 | S731 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3956"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3957"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3958"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3959"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3960"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3961"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3962"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S731 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S731] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS The following bills and joint resolutions were introduced, read the first and second times by unanimous consent, and referred as indicated: By Mr. SANDERS: S. 3956. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose an annual tax on the net value of assets held by a taxpayer, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. By Mr. MORAN (for himself and Ms. Cantwell): S. 3957. A bill to support National Science Foundation education and professional development relating to artificial intelligence; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. By Mrs. GILLIBRAND (for herself, Mr. Fetterman, Mr. Lujan, Mr. Padilla, Mr. Schumer, Mr. Warnock, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Kaine, Mr. Booker, Mr. Welch, Mr. Blumenthal, Mr. Markey, and Mr. Sanders): S. 3958. A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to transition Puerto Rico to the supplemental nutrition assistance program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. By Mr. DURBIN (for himself, Mr. Lee, Mr. Booker, Mr. Schatz, Mr. King, Mr. Kaine, Ms. Warren, Mr. Markey, Mr. Blumenthal, Mr. Sanders, and Mr. Wicker): S. 3959. A bill to focus limited Federal resources on the most serious offenders; to the Committee on the Judiciary. By Mr. DURBIN (for himself, Mr. Lee, Mr. Coons, and Mr. Wicker): S. 3960. A bill to give Federal courts additional discretion to determine whether pretrial detention is appropriate for defendants charged with nonviolent drug offenses in Federal crimina… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS731-3 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND SENATE RESOLUTIONS | SENATE | SENATE | SSUBMISSION | S731 | S731 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "624"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "625"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S731 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S731] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND SENATE RESOLUTIONS The following concurrent resolutions and Senate resolutions were read, and referred (or acted upon), as indicated: By Mr. DURBIN (for himself, Mr. Kaine, Mr. Van Hollen, Mr. King, Mr. Blumenthal, Mr. Lujan, Ms. Duckworth, Mr. Booker, and Mr. Kim): S. Res. 624. A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of March 2 through March 6, 2026, as ``National Social and Emotional Learning Week'' to recognize the critical role social and emotional learning plays in supporting the academic success and overall well-being of students, educators, and families; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. By Mr. SCHATZ (for himself and Ms. Hirono): S. Res. 625. A resolution designating February 2026 as ``Hawaiian Language Month'' or ``Olelo Hawai'i Month''; to the Committee on the Judiciary. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS731-4 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS | SENATE | SENATE | SCOSPONSORS | S731 | S733 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "SJRES", "number": "79"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SJRES", "number": "79"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SJRES", "number": "104"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SJRES", "number": "104"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "339"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "339"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "339"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "494"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "494"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "567"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "567"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "606"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "606"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "620"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "620"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "624"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "624"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "986"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "986"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1336"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1336"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1574"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1574"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1677"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1677"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1829"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1829"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1885"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1885"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1892"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1892"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1918"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1918"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1929"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1929"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2282"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2282"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2409"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2409"}, {"congress":… | 172 Cong. Rec. S731 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S731-S733] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS S. 339 At the request of Mr. Crapo, the name of the Senator from Pennsylvania (Mr. McCormick) was added as a cosponsor of S. 339, a bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for Medicare coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests. S. 494 At the request of Mr. Schmitt, the name of the Senator from California (Mr. Schiff) was added as a cosponsor of S. 494, a bill to establish a national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy, and for other purposes. S. 567 At the request of Mr. Whitehouse, the names of the Senator from Maryland (Mr. Van Hollen), the Senator from North Dakota (Mr. Cramer), the Senator from Idaho (Mr. Crapo) and the Senator from Wisconsin (Ms. Baldwin) were added as cosponsors of S. 567, a bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the First Rhode Island Regiment, in recognition of their dedicated service during the Revolutionary War. [[Page S732]] S. 624 At the request of Mr. Padilla, the name of the Senator from Maryland (Ms. Alsobrooks) was added as a cosponsor of S. 624, a bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to achieve parity between the cost-of- living adjustment with respect to an annuity under the Federal Employees Retirement System and an annuity under the Civil Service Retirement System, and for other purposes. S. 986 At the request of Mr. Kaine, the name of the Senator from Maryland (Ms. Alsobrooks) was added as a cosponsor of S. 986, a bill to address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students. S. … | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS731 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | REPORTS OF COMMITTEES | SENATE | SENATE | SCOMMREPORT | S731 | S731 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6719"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S731 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S731] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] REPORTS OF COMMITTEES The following reports of committees were submitted: By Mr. GRASSLEY, from the Committee on the Judiciary, with an amendment in the nature of a substitute: H.R. 6719. An act to prohibit threats to a minor, and for other purposes. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS733-2 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | Introductory Statement on S. 3959 | SENATE | SENATE | SSTATEMENTSIND | S733 | S734 | [{"name": "Richard J. Durbin", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3959"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S733 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S733-S734] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. DURBIN (for himself, Mr. Lee, Mr. Booker, Mr. Schatz, Mr. King, Mr. Kaine, Ms. Warren, Mr. Markey, Mr. Blumenthal, Mr. Sanders, and Mr. Wicker): S. 3959. A bill to focus limited Federal resources on the most serious offenders; to the Committee on the Judiciary. S. 3959 Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Smarter Sentencing Act of 2026''. SEC. 2. SENTENCING MODIFICATIONS FOR CERTAIN DRUG OFFENSES. (a) Controlled Substances Act.--The Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq.) is amended-- (1) in section 102 (21 U.S.C. 802), by adding at the end the following: ``(61) The term `courier' means a defendant whose role in the offense was limited to transporting or storing drugs or money.''; and (2) in section 401(b)(1) (21 U.S.C. 841(b)(1))-- (A) in subparagraph (A), in the flush text following clause (viii)-- (i) by striking ``10 years or more'' and inserting ``5 years or more''; and (ii) by striking ``15 years'' and inserting ``10 years''; and (B) in subparagraph (B), in the flush text following clause (viii)-- (i) by striking ``5 years'' and inserting ``2 years''; and (ii) by striking ``not be less than 10 years'' and inserting ``not be less than 5 years''. (b) Controlled Substances Import and Export Act.--Section 1010(b) of the Controlled Substances Import and Export Act (21 U.S.C. 960(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), in the flush text following subparagraph (H)-- (A) by inse… | ||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS733 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS | SENATE | SENATE | SSTATEMENTS | S733 | S734 | [{"name": "Richard J. Durbin", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3959"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3959"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S733 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S733-S734] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS ______ By Mr. DURBIN (for himself, Mr. Lee, Mr. Booker, Mr. Schatz, Mr. King, Mr. Kaine, Ms. Warren, Mr. Markey, Mr. Blumenthal, Mr. Sanders, and Mr. Wicker): S. 3959. A bill to focus limited Federal resources on the most serious offenders; to the Committee on the Judiciary. S. 3959 Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Smarter Sentencing Act of 2026''. SEC. 2. SENTENCING MODIFICATIONS FOR CERTAIN DRUG OFFENSES. (a) Controlled Substances Act.--The Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq.) is amended-- (1) in section 102 (21 U.S.C. 802), by adding at the end the following: ``(61) The term `courier' means a defendant whose role in the offense was limited to transporting or storing drugs or money.''; and (2) in section 401(b)(1) (21 U.S.C. 841(b)(1))-- (A) in subparagraph (A), in the flush text following clause (viii)-- (i) by striking ``10 years or more'' and inserting ``5 years or more''; and (ii) by striking ``15 years'' and inserting ``10 years''; and (B) in subparagraph (B), in the flush text following clause (viii)-- (i) by striking ``5 years'' and inserting ``2 years''; and (ii) by striking ``not be less than 10 years'' and inserting ``not be less than 5 years''. (b) Controlled Substances Import and Export Act.--Section 1010(b) of the Controlled Substances Import and Export Act (21 U.S.C. 960(b)) is amen… | ||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS734 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | SENATE RESOLUTION 624--EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR THE DESIGNATION OF THE WEEK OF MARCH 2 THROUGH MARCH 6, 2026, AS "NATIONAL SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING WEEK" TO RECOGNIZE THE CRITICAL ROLE SOCIAL... | SENATE | SENATE | SRESOLUTION | S734 | S735 | [{"name": "Richard J. Durbin", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "624"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "624"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "624"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3960"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3960"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S734 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S734-S735] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS ______ SENATE RESOLUTION 624--EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR THE DESIGNATION OF THE WEEK OF MARCH 2 THROUGH MARCH 6, 2026, AS ``NATIONAL SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING WEEK'' TO RECOGNIZE THE CRITICAL ROLE SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING PLAYS IN SUPPORTING THE ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND OVERALL WELL-BEING OF STUDENTS, EDUCATORS, AND FAMILIES Mr. DURBIN (for himself, Mr. Kaine, Mr. Van Hollen, Mr. King, Mr. Blumenthal, Mr. Lujan, Ms. Duckworth, Mr. Booker, and Mr. Kim) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: S. Res. 624 Whereas decades of research demonstrate how social and emotional learning (referred to in this preamble as ``SEL'') promotes academic achievement, mental wellness, healthy behaviors, and long-term success; Whereas, according to a study by researchers at the University of Southern California and Yale University, students participating [[Page S735]] in an SEL intervention demonstrate, on average, a 4.2 percentile point increase in academic achievement (with a 3.8 percentile point increase in math and 6.3 percentile point increase in literacy), with longer interventions showing an 8.4 percentile point increase in academic achievement; Whereas, according to a longitudinal National Institute of Child Health and Human Development study by researchers at the University of Washington, the University of Minnesota, the University of California San Francisco, the University of Virginia, and Rush University Medical Center, individuals with greater social skills aggregated… | ||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS735-2 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | ORDERS FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2026 | SENATE | SENATE | SORDERFOR | S735 | S736 | [{"name": "John Thune", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6644"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S735 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S735-S736] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ORDERS FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2026 Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it stand adjourned until 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2026; that following the prayer and pledge, the Journal of proceedings be approved to date, the morning hour be deemed expired, the time for the two leaders be reserved for their use later in the day, morning business be closed, and the Senate resume consideration of the motion to [[Page S736]] proceed to H.R. 6644, postcloture; further, that the Senate recess from 12:30 p.m. until 2:15 p.m. to allow for weekly conference meetings; finally, that all time during recess, adjournment, and leader remarks count postcloture on the motion to proceed to H.R. 6644. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS735 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | SENATE RESOLUTION 625--DESIGNATING FEBRUARY 2026 AS "HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE MONTH" OR "OLELO HAWAI'I MONTH" | SENATE | SENATE | DESIGNATING | S735 | S735 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "625"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "625"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "625"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S735 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S735] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] SENATE RESOLUTION 625--DESIGNATING FEBRUARY 2026 AS ``HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE MONTH'' OR ``OLELO HAWAI'I MONTH'' Mr. SCHATZ (for himself and Ms. Hirono) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary: S. Res. 625 Whereas the Hawaiian language, or `Olelo Hawai`i-- (1) is the Native language of Native Hawaiians, the aboriginal, Indigenous people who-- (A) settled the Hawaiian archipelago as early as 2,000 years ago, over which they exercised sovereignty; and (B) over time, founded the Kingdom of Hawai`i; and (2) was once widely spoken by Native Hawaiians and non- Native Hawaiians throughout the Kingdom of Hawai`i, which held one of the highest literacy rates in the world prior to the illegal overthrow of the Kingdom of Hawai`i in 1893 and the establishment of the Republic of Hawai`i; Whereas the Republic of Hawai`i enacted a law in 1896 effectively banning school instructional use of `Olelo Hawai`i, a law that continued in effect over the generations- long territorial period; Whereas the Republic of Hawai`i banned the use of `Olelo Hawai`i to communicate and punished children for speaking `Olelo Hawai`i in schools and on the playground; Whereas parallel to the Federal efforts to eliminate Native American languages spoken by Indian Tribes, the ban on the use of `Olelo Hawai`i led to the near extinction of the Hawaiian language by the 1980s, when fewer than 50 fluent speakers under 18 years old remained; Whereas, since the 1960s, Native Hawaiians have led a grassroots revitalization of their Native language, launching a number of h… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS736-2 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | TEXAS INDEPENDENCE DAY | SENATE | SENATE | ALLOTHER | S736 | S736 | [{"name": "Ted Cruz", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S736 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S736] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] TEXAS INDEPENDENCE DAY Mr. CRUZ. Mr. President, today, Texans celebrate 190 years of independence. On March 2, 1836, Texans fought bravely for liberty and for independence from Mexico. Many heroes, including William Barret Travis, James Bowie, and Davy Crockett, laid down their lives for the future of the Lone Star State. It is a longstanding tradition on Texas Independence Day to read aloud the words of Colonel William Barret Travis, the leader of the besieged forces at the Alamo. His call for reinforcements reminds us of the bravery, resilience, and fortitude of those who fought and died for liberty. And today, I would like to take a moment to read his letter: To the people of Texas & All Americans in the World: Fellow citizens & compatriots--I am besieged, by a thousand or more of the Mexicans under Santa Anna--I have sustained a continual Bombardment & cannonade for 24 hours & have not lost a man. The enemy has demanded a surrender at discretion, otherwise, the garrison are to be put to the sword, if the fort is taken--I have answered the demand with a cannon shot, & our flag still waves proudly from the walls. I shall never surrender or retreat. Then, I call on you in the name of Liberty, of patriotism & everything dear to the American character, to come to our aid, with all dispatch--The enemy is receiving reinforcements daily & will no doubt increase to three or four thousand in four or five days. If this call is neglected, I am determined to sustain myself as long as possible & die like a soldier who never forgets what is due to his own honor & that of his country. Victory or Death. Signed, William Barret Travis. T… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS736-3 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | WAR POWERS RESOLUTION | SENATE | SENATE | ALLOTHER | S736 | S737 | [{"name": "Chris Van Hollen", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S736 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S736-S737] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] WAR POWERS RESOLUTION Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. President, I rise today in support of Senator Kaine's War Powers Resolution to halt Donald Trump's unjustified, illegal, regime-change war against Iran. We have a lawless President who is shredding our Constitution and attacking our democracy right here at home. And that same lawlessness and recklessness has pervaded our foreign and national security policy, now putting American troops in harm's way in Donald Trump's war of choice. Let's not forget, colleagues, what Donald Trump and JD Vance promised the American people. Think back to all the times that they looked the American people in the eye and said they would not drag America into another war, especially another war in the Middle East. They said it over and over. They called themselves the ``pro-peace'' ticket. Vice President Vance wrote a Wall Street Journal op-ed in 2023 making the case for Trump's 2024 Presidential candidacy. The headline of his op-ed: ``Trump's Best Foreign Policy? Not starting Any Wars.'' That is what JD Vance promised would come from a Trump-Vance White House. The Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard sold ``No War with Iran'' shirts in 2020. Four years later, she declared: A vote for Donald Trump is a vote to end wars, not start them. That is our current Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. Donald Trump even calls himself now ``the peacemaker'' and on election night in 2024, he said: I'm not going to start wars, I'm going to stop wars. That was Donald Trump at the end of his campaign repeating what he had said throughout his Presidential campaign. Well, they broke their promises. They lied directly to the American people. President Trump has already orde… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS736 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | ORDER FOR ADJOURNMENT | SENATE | SENATE | ADJOURNMENT | S736 | S736 | [{"name": "John Thune", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S736 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S736] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ORDER FOR ADJOURNMENT Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, if there is no further business to come before the Senate, I ask that it stand adjourned under the previous order following the remarks of Senators Cruz, Baldwin, Van Hollen, Duckworth, and Welch. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Texas. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS737 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | WAR POWERS RESOLUTION | SENATE | SENATE | ALLOTHER | S737 | S738 | [{"name": "Tammy Baldwin", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S737 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S737-S738] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] WAR POWERS RESOLUTION Ms. BALDWIN. Mr. President, I rise today in strong support of my colleague from Virginia Senator Kaine's resolution prohibiting the United States from continuing this illegal war in Iran. I want to start with the basic premise that I think we can all agree on: We are here to represent the people of our States and their desires. Wisconsinites have been unequivocal that they do not want another foreign war. I agree with them, and for a while, it seemed Donald Trump did too. The President promised not to get into more foreign wars, but the President broke that promise and has gone all in on war with Iran. The consequences are dire. Six American servicemembers are now dead. My heart absolutely breaks for their parents, their siblings, their children, their spouses, and their communities. Thousands of Americans in uniform who are stationed in the region are at risk because of the President's reckless and illegal war. And what does the President have to say? He says that it is likely more Americans are going to die. He said that is just the way it is. He said that. The President's callous response shows his disregard for the men and women he is supposed to lead. Our Constitution is crystal clear: If our country is going to war, Congress needs to vote on it. In 2002, Congress debated the war in Iraq, and I opposed it. I believed the Bush administration dangerously underestimated the potential consequences and did not have a clear path forward after the initial military operation. I was right. As a result, thousands of brave service men and women died, taxpayers paid billions of dollars, and we got ourselves into a yearslong war in the Middle East. I have the same concerns today. I fully agree that Iran's regim… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS738 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | WAR POWERS RESOLUTION | SENATE | SENATE | ALLOTHER | S738 | S739 | [{"name": "Tammy Duckworth", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S738 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S738-S739] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] WAR POWERS RESOLUTION Ms. DUCKWORTH. Mr. President, I come here today to support Senator Kaine's War Powers Resolution. You know, I am proud of every mission that I completed in Iraq, but I would never wish another needless, endless, unjustified war like the one that I served in on anyone else. I wouldn't wish it on the heroes whose blood would be soaked into that desert sand. I would not wish it on their families, who would spend their days anxiously awaiting for news from half a world away. I wouldn't wish it on the American people, who are desperate for their President to focus on bringing their costs down here at home, not on starting new, expensive, forever wars continents away. So I am here today to keep a promise I first made two decades ago. I ran for Congress so that when the drums of war started beating once again, I would be in a position to make sure that our elected officials fully considered the true cost of the war not just in dollars and cents but in human lives as well. That was the vow I made to the troops I deployed with and to all those who have served since I hung up my uniform. Today, I am speaking here under this great Capitol dome to keep that most sacred promise because, sadly, right now, American servicemembers are already in harm's way 6,000 miles east in what could be yet another preventable war. These troops are ready to do their jobs no matter what, just as they have done time after time, tour after tour. So, to me, it is tragic that even as they prepare to do their jobs, our President and certain Members of this Chamber seem so ready to neglect their own. As we all know, on Saturday morning, without any known imminent threat to America or American interests, Donald Trump launched an illegal milit… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS739 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | WAR POWERS RESOLUTION | SENATE | SENATE | ALLOTHER | S739 | S740 | [{"name": "Peter Welch", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. S739 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S739-S740] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] WAR POWERS RESOLUTION Mr. WELCH. Mr. President, we must act. The President has made a decision unilaterally without consultation of Congress to start yet another war in the Middle East. It is a reckless decision that is very detrimental to the well-being of our country and very threatening to the Constitution. There are three issues that are absolutely essential to consider by this Congress. First of all, No. 1, America does not want this war. And I trust the American people. The reason America does not want this war is they have seen it before. They saw it in Iraq where the justification was weapons of mass destruction. They saw it in Afghanistan where the justification was getting rid of the Taliban. They saw it in Libya where the justification was getting rid of Qadhafi. In each case--Saddam, Qadhafi, the Taliban--yes, they were evil people doing bad things--but what was a lie to the American people, and they saw, was that there were no weapons of mass destruction. The Taliban is now back in power after 20 years of war, and the chaos that was sown in Libya lives with us to this day. America understands that it is easy for a President to assert he wants to go to war. He is the Commander in Chief. He can do it, as he has done in this case, by bypassing Congress. But what the American people have seen is that it is easy to start a war, but the consequences and the costs are not avoidable, and they have been very damaging to the well-being of the people of this country; they have been very damaging to our prosperity; and, of course, they have caused immense loss of life of our wonderful soldiers and men and women in uniform. The American people get it. No. 2, we cannot, under our Constitution, go to war on the basis of a decisi… | |||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS740-2 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | NOMINATIONS | SENATE | SENATE | SNOMINATIONS | S740 | S740 | 172 Cong. Rec. S740 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S740] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] NOMINATIONS Executive nominations received by the Senate: NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION BRADFORD PENTONY WILSON, OF NEW JERSEY, TO BE ARCHIVIST OF THE UNITED STATES, VICE COLLEEN JOY SHOGAN. THE JUDICIARY SHERIA AKINS CLARKE, OF SOUTH CAROLINA, TO BE UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE DISTRICT OF SOUTH CAROLINA, VICE ROBERT BRYAN HARWELL, RETIRED. JEFFREY M. KUHLMAN, OF KANSAS, TO BE UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE DISTRICT OF KANSAS, VICE ERIC F. MELGREN, RETIRED. KATHLEEN S. LANE, OF MONTANA, TO BE UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE DISTRICT OF MONTANA, VICE SUSAN P. WATTERS, RETIRING. ANTHONY W. MATTIVI, OF KANSAS, TO BE UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE DISTRICT OF KANSAS, VICE DANIEL D. CRABTREE, RETIRED. ANTHONY J. POWELL, OF KANSAS, TO BE UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE DISTRICT OF KANSAS, VICE JULIE A. ROBINSON, RETIRED. EVAN RIKHYE, OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS, TO BE JUDGE FOR THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR A TERM OF TEN YEARS, VICE WILMA ANTOINETTE LEWIS, TERM EXPIRED. JUSTIN D. SMITH, OF MISSOURI, TO BE UNITED STATES CIRCUIT JUDGE FOR THE EIGHTH CIRCUIT, VICE WILLIAM DUANE BENTON, RETIRING. KARA MARIE WESTERCAMP, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE A JUDGE OF THE UNITED STATES COURT OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE, VICE STEPHEN A. VADEN, RESIGNED. UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE JEFFREY BRODSKY, OF FLORIDA, TO BE A GOVERNOR OF THE UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 8, 2029, VICE WILLIAM ZOLLARS, TERM EXPIRED. DEPARTMENT OF … | ||||
| CREC-2026-03-02-pt1-PgS740 | 2026-03-02 | 119 | 2 | ADJOURNMENT UNTIL 10 A.M. TOMORROW | SENATE | SENATE | ADJOURNMENT | S740 | S740 | 172 Cong. Rec. S740 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 39 (Monday, March 2, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S740] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ADJOURNMENT UNTIL 10 A.M. TOMORROW The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senate stands adjourned until 10 a.m. tomorrow. Thereupon, the Senate, at 7:16 p.m., adjourned until Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 10 a.m. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgD223 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/Senate | SENATE | DAILYDIGEST | DDSCHAMBER | D223 | D224 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "616"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "623"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "617"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "618"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "619"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "620"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "621"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "SRES", "number": "622"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "972"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1070"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "2245"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "2815"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3926"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3955"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6644"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. D223 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D223-D224] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Thursday, February 26, 2026 [[Page D223]] Daily Digest Senate Chamber Action Routine Proceedings, pages S691-S717 Measures Introduced: Thirty bills and eight resolutions were introduced, as follows: S. 3926-3955, and S. Res. 616-623. Pages S706-07 Measures Passed: Cape Fox Land Entitlement Finalization Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources was discharged from further consideration of H.R. 2815, to provide equitable treatment for the people of the Village Corporation established for the Native Village of Saxman, Alaska, and the bill was then passed. Pages S697-99 Sloan Canyon Conservation and Lateral Pipeline Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources was discharged from further consideration of H.R. 972, to amend the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area Act to adjust the boundary of the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area, and the bill was then passed. Pages S697-99 Digital Coast Act: Senate passed S. 2245, to amend the Digital Coast Act to improve the acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data of the Digital Coast program and to extend the program, after agreeing to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute. Pages S715-16 National STEM Week Act: Senate passed S. 1070, to establish a National STEM Week to promote American innovation and enhance STEM education pathways for all students, including those in rural, urban, and underserved communities, after agreeing to the committee amendment in the nature of a substi… | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgD224 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/Senate Committee Meetings | SENATE | DAILYDIGEST | DDSCMEETINGS | D224 | D225 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1552"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "1602"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3315"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "S", "number": "3747"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6719"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. D224 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D224-D225] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Committee Meetings (Committees not listed did not meet) NOMINATIONS Committee on Armed Services: Committee concluded a hearing to examine the nominations of Mark Ditlevson, of Minnesota, and Brian Birdwell, of Texas, who was introduced by Senator Cruz, both to be an Assistant Secretary of Defense, after the nominees testified and answered questions in their own behalf. NOMINATIONS Committee on Armed Services: Committee ordered favorably reported 445 military nominations in the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps. RIGHTSIZING REGULATION Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: Committee concluded a hearing to examine an update from the Prudential regulators, focusing on rightsizing regulation to promote American opportunity, after receiving testimony from Michelle W. Bowman, Vice Chair for Supervision, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Travis Hill, Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Jonathan V. Gould, Comptroller of the Currency, Department of the Treasury; and Kyle S. Hauptman, Chairman, National Credit Union Administration. TECH COMPETITION, CRITICAL MINERALS, AND SUPPLY CHAIN Committee on Foreign Relations: Committee received a closed briefing on tech competition, critical minerals, and supply chain security from Jacob Helberg, Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs. BUSINESS MEETING Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: Committee ordered favorably reported the following business items: S. 1602, to coordinate Federal research and development efforts focused on modernizing mathematics in STEM education through mathematical and statistical modeling, including data-driven and computational thinking, problem, project, and performance-based learning and assessment, interdisciplinar… | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgD225-2 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/House Committee Meetings | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDHCMEETINGS | D225 | D225 | 172 Cong. Rec. D225 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D225] 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-2026-02-26-pt1-PgD225-3 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR 2026-03-02 | DAILYDIGEST | DDCOMMITTEEMEETINGS | D225 | D225 | 172 Cong. Rec. D225 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D225] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026 (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Senate No meetings/hearings scheduled. House No hearings are scheduled. | |||||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgD225-4 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/Next Meeting of the SENATE + Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES + Other End Matter | SENATE | DAILYDIGEST | DDENDMATTER | D225 | D226 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "6644"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. D225 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D225-D226] 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 add… | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgD225 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Daily Digest/House of Representatives | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDHCHAMBER | D225 | D225 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1086"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1090"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7720"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7743"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. D225 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [Daily Digest] [Page D225] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] House of Representatives Chamber Action Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 24 public bills, H.R. 7720- 7743; and 5 resolutions, H. Res. 1086-1090 were introduced. Pages H2331-33 Additional Cosponsors: Pages H2333-34 Reports Filed: There were no reports filed today. Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he appointed Representative Kennedy (UT) to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. Page H2331 Guest Chaplain: The prayer was offered by the Guest Chaplain, Rev. Lisa Wink Schultz, Office of the Senate Chaplain, Washington, DC. Page H2331 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 9:30 a.m. and adjourned at 9:34 a.m. | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgE169-2 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | RECOGNIZING THE BLACK HERITAGE TRAIL OF NEW HAMPSHIRE FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | RECOGNIZING | E169 | E169 | [{"name": "Chris Pappas", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E169 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E169] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING THE BLACK HERITAGE TRAIL OF NEW HAMPSHIRE FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH ______ HON. CHRIS PAPPAS of new hampshire in the house of representatives Thursday, February 26, 2026 Mr. PAPPAS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire, in celebration of Black History Month. Originally founded in 1994, the Portsmouth Black Heritage Trail, which has since grown into the Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire, has fought to uncover and honor the often-overlooked Black history in the Granite State and southern Maine for more than 30 years. The mission of the Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire is to promote awareness and appreciation of African American history and life in order to build more inclusive communities today. The Trail shares stories of prominent African American figures from New Hampshire and southern Maine, and since becoming a statewide organization in 2016, has expanded its outreach efforts through tours, educational public programs, partnerships with schools, and markers in more than seventeen cities and towns. More recently, the Trail has begun enhancing its efforts to foster more inclusive and informed communities through augmented experiences, the first of which was unveiled at the African Burying Ground Memorial Park in Portsmouth in 2025. This information will soon turn sites across the state into a veritable outdoor museum of African American history. Through events, discussions, conferences, publications, tours, and an ever-growing network of historical markers, the Trail provides opportunities for everyo… | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgE169-3 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | PRESIDENT TRUMAN'S WORDS STILL RING TRUE TODAY; THE FAILINGS OF THE STATE OF THE UNION | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E169 | E169 | [{"name": "Marcy Kaptur", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E169 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E169] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PRESIDENT TRUMAN'S WORDS STILL RING TRUE TODAY; THE FAILINGS OF THE STATE OF THE UNION ______ HON. MARCY KAPTUR of ohio in the house of representatives Thursday, February 26, 2026 Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today and include in the Record a portion of President Harry S. Truman's Address in St. Paul at the Municipal Auditorium on October 13, 1948. While this speech is over 50 years old, the sentiments still remain today, as highlighted by the President's recent State of the Union. Millions have lost access to much needed food assistance, while prices at the grocery store continue to rise. Daycare centers and rural hospitals are closing. Ill- considered tariffs have cost every hardworking family more than $1,750 and caused untold inflation which is making everyday life unaffordable. We cannot pretend all is well when many of our fellow citizens know it simply is not. I hope that my colleagues across the aisle will join me in this pursuit, because all the people we represent surely need it. Well, I have been studying the Republican Party for over 12 years at close hand in the Capital of the United States. And by this time, I have discovered where the Republicans stand on most of the major issues. Since they won't tell you themselves, I am going to tell you. They approve of the American farmer--but they are willing to help him go broke. They stand four-square for the American home--but not for housing. They are strong for labor--but they are stronger for restricting labor's rights. They favor a m… | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgE169-4 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | RECOGNIZING EARL BRIGHAM | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | RECOGNIZING | E169 | E169 | [{"name": "Daniel Webster", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E169 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E169] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING EARL BRIGHAM ______ HON. DANIEL WEBSTER of florida in the house of representatives Thursday, February 26, 2026 Mr. WEBSTER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize my friend, Earl Brigham, as he celebrates 50 years of dedicated service as a barber in Downtown Winter Garden Earl lost his hearing at around two years of age. When he was ten, his parents enrolled him in the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind in St. Augustine. There, he mastered American Sign Language, excelled in sports, and graduated in 1966. Following graduation, he was encouraged to learn a trade and immediately entered barber school, beginning a career that would span decades and impact generations. For 50 years, Earl has faithfully served customers at his barber shop on Plant Street in Winter Garden. What started as a profession quickly became a ministry of connection. His shop is more than a place for haircuts, it is a place of laughter, friendship, and community. Along the way, Earl built a beautiful family. He and his wife, Robin, raised seven children and are now proud grandparents of nineteen grandchildren. They raised their children to be bilingual, fluent in both English and American Sign Language, reflecting Earl's lifelong role as a bridge between the deaf and hearing worlds. In addition to his work as a barber, Earl has faithfully served the Lord. For more than 35 years, he has served as a pastor to the deaf community, including the past 17 years at West Orlando Baptist Church. Through both his ministry and profession, he has strengthened families, encouraged faith, and br… | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgE169-5 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | PERSONAL EXPLANATION | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | PERSONALEXPLAIN | E169 | E170 | [{"name": "Daniel Meuser", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E169 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E169-E170] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PERSONAL EXPLANATION ______ HON. DANIEL MEUSER of pennsylvania in the house of representatives Thursday, February 26, 2026 Mr. MEUSER. Mr. Speaker, on Roll Call No. 72, I mistakenly voted Yes when I intended to vote No. [[Page E170]] ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgE170-2 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | HONORING DR. BRENDA KAYS | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E170 | E170 | [{"name": "Nathaniel Moran", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E170 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E170] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING DR. BRENDA KAYS ______ HON. NATHANIEL MORAN of texas in the house of representatives Thursday, February 26, 2026 Mr. MORAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Brenda Kays. Since 2016, Dr. Kays has steadfastly served as President of Kilgore College. She brought more than three decades of experience in community college education to Kilgore. Dr. Kays has always led with heart for students and a vision for the future of education in East Texas. Dr. Kays served as the first female president in Kilgore College's history. In this role she worked to bring students' dreams to life. Under her leadership, our community saw innovative programs launched, new facilities built, partnerships strengthened, and enrollment reach record numbers. At the heart of her work is the people. Dr. Kays worked tirelessly to help students discover their potential, assist faculty members to find new ways to inspire, and support the staff who made all of the details come to life. For nearly a decade, she has led with integrity, vision, and an unwavering commitment to student success. I am grateful for Dr. Kays' leadership, her dedication, and her forty-plus years of service to community college students. And, especially these last few extraordinary years with us. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgE170-3 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | PERSONAL EXPLANATION | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | PERSONALEXPLAIN | E170 | E170 | [{"name": "James R. Baird", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E170 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E170] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PERSONAL EXPLANATION ______ HON. JAMES R. BAIRD of indiana in the house of representatives Thursday, February 26, 2026 Mr. BAIRD. Mr. Speaker, on February 24, 2026, I was unable to make it to the floor for three votes. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 71, On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass H.R. 6329; NAY on Roll Call No. 72, On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass S. 2503; and YEA on Roll Call No. 73, On Ordering the Previous Question. | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgE170 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | CELEBRATING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SAIGON BROADCASTING TELEVISION NETWORK | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CELEBRATING | E170 | E170 | [{"name": "Derek Tran", "role": "speaking"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. E170 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E170] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CELEBRATING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SAIGON BROADCASTING TELEVISION NETWORK ______ HON. DEREK TRAN of california in the house of representatives Thursday, February 26, 2026 Mr. TRAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Saigon Broadcasting Television Network, otherwise known as SBTN. SBTN, the first 24-hour Vietnamese-language television channel specifically for overseas audiences, provides premier news coverage and entertainment programs to millions of Vietnamese people abroad. For 25 years, SBTN has served as an example of the importance of a free press and the strength of the Vietnamese diaspora community. Headquartered in Garden Grove, California, SBTN was founded in 2001 by Truc Ho4, a Vietnamese American musician, producer, and human-rights advocate. The network provided programming for the rapidly growing Vietnamese community in the United States, and it soon established itself in Southern California before spreading to cities such as Boston, Dallas, and Washington, D.C. This growth eventually led SBTN to expand internationally, becoming one of the primary television networks for Vietnamese audiences living outside Vietnam. Today, SBTN offers both original programming and acquired content, including news, dramas, movies, documentaries, variety shows, music, talk shows, kids' programming, and more. What sets SBTN apart is its staunch support for free expression and democratic values. Since the network's founding, it has stood as a counter-narrative to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam's state-run media, refusing to air programs pr… | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH-FrontMatter-4 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | House of Representatives | HOUSE | HOUSE | FRONTMATTER | H2331 | H2331 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2331 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2331] 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, FEBRUARY 26, 2026 No. 38 | ||||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2331-2 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE | HOUSE | HOUSE | HDESIGNATION | H2331 | H2331 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2331 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2331] 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, February 26, 2026. I hereby appoint the Honorable Mike Kennedy to act as Speaker pro tempore on this day. Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House of Representatives. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2331-3 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | PRAYER | HOUSE | HOUSE | PRAYER | H2331 | H2331 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2331 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2331] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PRAYER Reverend Lisa Wink Schultz, Office of the Senate Chaplain, Washington, D.C., offered the following prayer: Lord, You are the God of all compassion. Just as a father has compassion on his children, You have compassion on all who fear You. May all who work in the House of Representatives truly fear You, for this is the whole duty of man. We praise You for being slow to anger and abounding in love. You do not treat us as we deserve. During this Lenten season, make us keenly aware that we are like grass, which flourishes like the flowers of the field, but when the wind blows, it is gone and never to be remembered. Give wisdom and strength to our lawmakers as they work for righteousness and justice, especially for the oppressed. Satisfy them with Your love so that their youth is renewed like the eagles. We pray in Your loving name. Amen. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2331-4 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | THE JOURNAL | HOUSE | HOUSE | HJOURNAL | H2331 | H2331 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2331 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2331] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] THE JOURNAL The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair has examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and announces to the House the approval thereof. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2331-5 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE | HOUSE | HOUSE | PLEDGE | H2331 | H2331 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2331 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2331] 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-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2331-6 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | ADJOURNMENT | HOUSE | HOUSE | ADJOURNMENT | H2331 | H2331 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2331 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2331] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ADJOURNMENT The SPEAKER pro tempore. Without objection, the House stands adjourned until 9 a.m. on Monday, March 2, 2026. There was no objection. Thereupon (at 9 o'clock and 34 minutes a.m.), under its previous order, the House adjourned until Monday, March 2, 2026, at 9 a.m. ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2331-7 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, ETC. | HOUSE | HOUSE | EXECUTIVECOMM | H2331 | H2331 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2331 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2331] 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-2956. A letter from the General Counsel, Farm Credit Administration, transmitting the Administration's final rule -- General Provisions (RIN: 3052-AD65) received February 17, 2026, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Agriculture. EC-2957. A letter from the Interim Agency Head, AmeriCorps, transmitting the FY 2025 Annual Management Report to Congress, pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 9106(a)(1); Public Law 97-258 (as amended by Public Law 101-576, Sec. 306(a)); (104 Stat. 2854); to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. EC-2958. A letter from the Program Analyst, Federal Register Certifying Officer, Policy Office, Census Bureau, Department of Commerce, transmitting the Department's final rule -- Removing Redundant Language From the Regulations Governing the Furnishing of Personal Census Data [Docket No.: 260108-0018] (RIN: 0607-AA71) received February 18, 2026, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. EC-2959. A letter from the Secretary, Department of Labor, transmitting the Semiannual Report of the Office of the Inspector General for the period April 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025; to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. EC-2960. A letter from the Chief Financial Officer, Architect of the Capitol, transmitting the semiannual report of disbursements for the operations of the… | ||||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2331-8 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS | HOUSE | HOUSE | HPUBBILLS | H2331 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1086"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1087"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1088"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1089"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HRES", "number": "1090"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7720"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7721"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7722"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7723"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7724"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7725"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7726"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7727"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7728"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7729"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7730"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7731"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7732"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7733"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7734"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7735"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7736"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7737"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7738"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7739"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7740"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7741"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7742"}, {"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7743"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2331 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2331-H2333] 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. MESSMER: H.R. 7720. A bill to amend the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 to require States to account for fraudulent payments made under such Act; to the Committee on Education and Workforce. By Mr. GROTHMAN: H.R. 7721. A bill to amend the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 to implement an improper payment threshold under such Act; to the Committee on Education and Workforce. [[Page H2332]] By Mr. ONDER: H.R. 7722. A bill to amend the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 to require triennial comprehensive reviews of State performance under such Act; to the Committee on Education and Workforce. By Ms. FOXX: H.R. 7723. A bill to amend the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 to debar child care providers that committed fraud from receiving financial assistance under the Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and Workforce. By Mr. WILSON of South Carolina: H.R. 7724. A bill to amend the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 to sustain sanctions against noncompliant State under such Act; to the Committee on Education and Workforce. By Mr. RULLI: H.R. 7725. A bill to amend the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 to require States disclose agency regulatory participation under such Act; to the Committee on Education and Workforce. By Mrs. MILLE… | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2331 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | House of Representatives | HOUSE | HOUSE | CALLTOORDER | H2331 | H2331 | 172 Cong. Rec. H2331 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2331] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page H2331]] House of Representatives The House met at 9:30 a.m. and was called to order by the Speaker pro tempore (Mr. Kennedy of Utah). ____________________ | ||||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-10 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7728 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7728"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. CASAR: H.R. 7728. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8, Clause 3 of the U.S. Constitution | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-11 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7729 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7729"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. CASTEN: H.R. 7729. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Clause 18 of Section 8 of Article 1 of the Constitution | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-12 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7730 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7730"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. CLINE: H.R. 7730. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-13 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7731 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7731"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mrs. FISCHBACH: H.R. 7731. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-14 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7732 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7732"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. FITZGERALD: H.R. 7732. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: clause 18 of section 8 of article I of the Constitution. | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-15 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7733 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7733"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mrs. FOUSHEE: H.R. 7733. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8, clause 18 (Necessary and Proper Clause). | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-16 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7734 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7734"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. SCOTT FRANKLIN of Florida: H.R. 7734. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1 Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-17 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7735 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7735"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. GOLDEN of Maine: H.R. 7735. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-18 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7736 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7736"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. HORSFORD: H.R. 7736. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: US Const. Art. 1. Sec. 8. | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-19 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7737 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7737"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mrs. KIM: H.R. 7737. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, clause 1 | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-2 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7720 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7720"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. MESSMER: H.R. 7720. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Necessary and Proper Clause, Commerce Clause | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-20 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7738 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7738"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. LIEU: H.R. 7738. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: U.S. Const., Art. 1, Sec. 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-21 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7739 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7739"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Ms. MALOY: H.R. 7739. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1 Section 8 | |||
| CREC-2026-02-26-pt1-PgH2333-22 | 2026-02-26 | 119 | 2 | Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 7740 | HOUSE | HOUSE | CASTATEMENT | H2333 | H2333 | [{"congress": "119", "type": "HR", "number": "7740"}] | 172 Cong. Rec. H2333 | Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 38 (Thursday, February 26, 2026)] [House] [Page H2333] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. MFUME: H.R. 7740. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 |
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