Congressional Record

Monday, July 27, 2026

Vol. 172, No. 122 · 119th Congress, 2nd session

Passing the Fix Our Forests Act

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Bruce Westerman (R-AR)

Mr. Speaker, across the United States, severe wildfires continue to place tremendous pressure on surrounding communities, wildlife, and some of our Nation's most treasured public lands. Just this past month we have witnessed the devastating human cost as firefighters gave their lives protecting others from these catastrophic fires. Their sacrifice shows just how urgent wildfire prevention is. This is not a future concern; it is an innate responsibility. Additionally, the 250th celebration of America serves as an opportunity for reflection, not just on the previous 250 years but also for the next 250 years yet to come. Congress has acted in the bipartisan legislation, that is the Fix Our Forests Act (FOFA). FOFA recognizes the need for healthy forests in order to mitigate wildfire risks, damage to our ecosystems, and climate change. This legislation is key to active forest management, which is why Congress must act to pass this influential reform. We owe it to our firefighters and communities to move beyond discussion and take meaningful action through the passage of this legislation.

Honoring Mary L. Aurtrey

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Andre Carson (D-IN)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor of Mary L. Aurtrey--a distinguished U.S. Army veteran, retired Sergeant Major, community leader, and tireless advocate whose lifetime of service reflects the very best of our Nation and the Hoosier state. I established the Sheila Corcoran Hoosier Women Hero Award to recognize extraordinary women veterans whose dedication and leadership have strengthened our communities and inspired future generations. It is my honor to recognize Mary Aurtrey for her exceptional service. Mary served our country with distinction in the United States Army, rising to the rank of Sergeant Major. Following her military career, Mary continued her mission of service by supporting veterans, empowering women, and strengthening the organizations that serve our communities. Throughout her years of civic engagement, Mary has been a steadfast advocate and mentor through her involvement with organizations including Women in Networking Indianapolis, American Legion Women's Post 438, Woman's Life Chapter 703, the National Council of Negro Women--Indianapolis Section, Sister Soldier Network, AMVETS Post 99, the Indiana Military Veterans Hall of Fame, the Indiana Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, the Community Advisory Board for IU Memory University, and the Veterans History Project through the Library of Congress. Through these efforts, Mary has preserved the stories of veterans, supported families, and uplifted those around her. She represents the strength, resilience, and dedication of Hoosier women veterans who continue serving their communities long after their military careers conclude. I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Mary L. Aurtrey for her outstanding military service and her unwavering dedication to her fellow veterans and community. I thank her for making Indiana a stronger, more compassionate place through her lifetime of diligent service.

Honoring the Work of Broward Community and Family Health Centers During National Health Center Week

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Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the Broward Community and Family Health Centers, known as BCOM, during National Health Center Week, as well as the leadership of Rosalyn Frazier, BCOM's devoted CEO. For 27 years, BCOM has been a lifeline in the heart of Broward County, opening its doors to families who have nowhere else to turn. Working with Rosalyn Frazier and her incredible team of compassionate and devoted healthcare professionals, I was proud to secure funding for BCOM's Promise Fund to begin a breast cancer screening program, so this deadly disease is caught earlier and more treatment options are available. Walk into any of BCOM's five health center sites, including a facility dedicated entirely to dental care, and you find something remarkable: a team that treats every patient with dignity, regardless of what they can pay or what language they speak. BCOM's staff brings unmatched clinical expertise across internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, women's health, and psychiatry. More than 100 staff members speak English, Spanish, Creole, French, Cantonese, and Tagalog, so no patient ever must be left to explain their pain through a language barrier. In 2025 alone, BCOM served more than 11,000 patients in Broward County. 99 percent live below 200 percent of the federal poverty level. 62 percent had no insurance at all or relied on Medicaid to survive. These are not just numbers--they are mothers seeking prenatal care, children needing their first dental checkup, and neighbors fighting to stay healthy with everything stacked against them. BCOM meets them every single time. Today I ask this body to join me in honoring BCOM's tireless commitment to the people of Broward County and to the simple, powerful idea that quality healthcare belongs to everyone.

Recognizing and Honoring Caribbean Americans and Affiliates

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Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today, as a descendant of Caribbeans, to recognize National Caribbean American Heritage Month and the countless contributions made to South Florida by Caribbeans and their descendants. National Caribbean American Heritage Month reminds us of the diversity of the people and cultures that make South Florida great and like no other community in the world. Let us remember the early Caribbean immigrants who helped build and settle South Florida. Let us pay tribute to the Caribbean Americans in South Florida who helped shape the American dream and continue to work to make it accessible to all who seek it and its promise of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Let us be proud of the contributions made by Caribbean Americans to education, business, the arts and politics. Let us mark National Caribbean American Heritage Month by supporting individuals and organizations that continue to build upon the foundation of economic inclusion and equal rights. While there are countless shining examples of groups and organizations working to improve the quality of life for all South Floridians, I include in the Record the Caribbean organizations listed below for their commitment and dedication to making a difference in our community:
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Association of Caribbean Law Students, Caribbean Bar Association, Caribbean Students Association (FIU), Caribbean Today, and Caribbean-American Visual Cultural Preservation.

Main Street Capital Access Act

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Betty McCollum (D-MN)

Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to H.R. 6955, the Main Street Capital Access Act. At a time when families are struggling with the cost of living, this bill could make it even worse. H.R. 6955 loosens guardrails on Wall Street banks that are already posting record profits. The bill would further weaken the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the agency Congress built to protect consumers from junk fees, medical debt abuses, and unfair debt collection, at the very moment financial scams are costing Americans tens of billions of dollars. And on top of that, it weakens community reinvestment and anti-discrimination protections. This package bundles 24 Republican bills with just 2 Democratic ones, and it is loaded with poison pills. One provision would even let Wells Fargo delay enforcement action against future harm. We can and must do better to protect our constituents, and the small banks that work to reinvest in our communities. Let me be clear, while I oppose this bill, I remain a strong supporter of our community banks and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) and their ability to compete fairly with the Wall Street megabanks. That is why I supported real, bipartisan community bank reforms in the 21st Century Road to Housing Act. This bill is not that, nor is it the reform that our community banks and CDFIs need to better help our community. Instead, H.R. 6955 is dressed up as help for community banks, when it will mostly benefit Wall Street. I look forward to working with my colleagues to bring real reforms to the community banks that anchor our main streets. I urge my colleagues to vote no on H.R. 6955.

Honoring the Extraordinary Life of Mr. Johnny E. Moss, Jr.

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Terri A. Sewell (D-AL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the extraordinary life, legacy, and service of Mr. Johnny E. Moss, Jr., who passed away on July 17, 2026, at the age of 83. Mr. Moss was born on October 25, 1942, to the late Johnny Moss, Sr., and Ollie Mae Moss and was raised in a Christian home by his grandmother, Berta Moss, in Selma, Alabama. Mr. Moss began his educational journey in the Segregated Selma City School System. Following his graduation, he joined the United States Navy where he served his country for four years on the Kitty Hawk. He later matriculated at Nashville School of Business, in Nashville, Tennessee. Dedicated to giving back to the community that nurtured him, Mr. Moss began his career of service to the Selma and Dallas County community as the Director of the Don Bosco Neighborhood Service Center. After his departure from the Selma Dallas Economic Opportunity Board, Mr. Moss became the first Black Director of the Selma Housing Authority, where he served for more than thirty years. Before his retirement in 2005, Mr. Moss's tenure as Director of the Selma Housing Authority was marked by his efforts to improve the lives of residents both inside and outside the home through youth programming and adult resident training. His contributions were recognized when the Moss Court housing for seniors was named in his honor. Outside of his career, Mr. Moss was a mentor, teacher, and community leader who served as the City of Selma Planning Commission Chairperson and the Dallas-Selma Community Action Agency President, and was a member of the Wallace Community Foundation, George Evans Special Needs Foundation, Historic Brown Chapel AME Church Preservation Society Inc., Head Start Board, Rotary Club, 12 High Club, Chesterfield Club, and others. A committed servant of God, Mr. Moss confessed Christ at an early age and joined the Ebenezer Baptist Church. After his marriage to Jeanette Eileen Martin in 1968, he and his wife became members of Brown Chapel AME Church, where he remained a devoted member until his passing. Mr. Johnny E. Moss, Jr., is preceded in death by his parents, Johnny Moss, II, and Ollie Mae Moss; and his grandmother, Berta Moss. He is survived by his loving wife, Jeanette Moss; his sons, Johnny Moss, III (Sharonoa), and Jarvis Moss; his grandchildren, Jarvis Moss, Jr., Keriana Moore, Jada Moss, Evan Moss, Jackson Moss, Jace Riddle, and Jacelyn Riddle; his siblings, Odessa Brown (Tommy), Lewis Moss, Jeffery Moss, Broderick Moss, Lois Moss, and Glenda Williams; his sisters-in-law, Mabel Reddick, Rosalyn (Clarence) Hatcher, Doris Rush; his god daughters, Jatavi Reddick-Hardy, Tamela Glover, Danielle Smith, Ayannah Joi Cleary, Ashlyn "Kam" Goodwin; those he had deepest gratitude and appreciation to, Coren Wilson (Nephew and Caregiver) and Velton Moss (Nephew); and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbors, and friends. On a personal note, Mr. Moss was more than a distinguished public servant, he was a cherished family friend. The Moss and Sewell families have long shared a close bond rooted in our love for Selma and our shared commitment to serving others. Mr. Moss dedicated his life to making our community stronger. Whether leading the Selma Housing Authority, mentoring young people, serving his church, or lending his wisdom to countless civic organizations, Mr. Moss never sought recognition, only opportunities to serve. My heart is with his beloved wife, Jeanette, his sons, Mayor Johnny Moss, III, and Jarvis Moss, Sr., and the entire Moss family. May they find comfort in knowing that his legacy lives on not only in the institutions he helped build, but in the countless lives he touched. On behalf of Alabama's 7th Congressional District, I ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating the extraordinary life, legacy, and service of Mr. Johnny E. Moss, Jr.

Honoring the Life and Legacy of Ms. Fatima Soares

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Sam T. Liccardo (D-CA)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Ms. Fatima Soares, who passed away on June 14, 2026. For more than four decades, Soares dedicated her career to Coastside Hope, where she served with kindness, generosity, humility, and an unwavering commitment to the community. She rooted her leadership in compassion, service, and a deep belief in the dignity of every person. Born on April 2, 1954, in the Azores, Soares immigrated from Portugal to the United States in 1969. Her family first settled on her aunt's farm in Brentwood, California, before moving to Half Moon Bay. Soares graduated from Half Moon Bay High School and later attended San Francisco State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work. Soares began her career at the Coastside Opportunity Center as a secretary and then as a social worker. She eventually became the organization's executive director, playing an integral role in its transition from the Coastside Opportunity Center to Coastside Hope. During some of the organization's most difficult financial times, Soares made courageous and thoughtful decisions, carrying the organization through hardship without sacrificing its mission to "enhance the quality of life for all of our neighbors." Even after long workdays, Soares volunteered at the local RotaCare Clinic, helping ensure that community members without insurance could access the health care they needed. Those who knew Soares remember her as soft-spoken, thoughtful, and deeply attentive. She was a leader who listened with patience, and responded with wisdom, not judgment. She gave with a heart that asked for nothing in return. Because of her, Coastside Hope is stronger and the community is kinder. While Soares' professional accomplishments were remarkable, she also found joy in reading, traveling, and spending time with her family. Whether sharing coffee with her sisters or cheering with her great-nieces and great-nephews at sporting events, Soares treasured the simple moments spent with the people she loved most. Soares is survived by her sisters, Rosa Avila and Orlanda Soares; her nephew, James Avila; her nieces, Cassie Avila-Rotondo and Jessica Avila; her great-nieces, Abigail and Sadie Sullivan; and her great-nephew, Walker Sullivan. She was preceded in death by her parents, Antonio and Leontina Soares, and her brother, Tony Soares. I ask my colleagues to join me in remembering Fatima Soares, whose life's work remains woven into the heart of the Coastside community. May her generosity, kindness, and courage remind us that leadership can be both strong and tender.

Personal Explanation

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Maxine Waters (D-CA)

Mr. Speaker, due to unavoidable circumstances, I missed one vote on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Had I been present, I would have voted Nay on Roll Call No. 259.

Recognizing Reverend Doctor Nigel Leon Lovell-Martin

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Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL)

Mr. Speaker, from the 24th District of the great state of Florida, I rise today to recognize the Reverend Nigel Leon Lovell-Martin, dedicated servant of God, respected spiritual leader, educator, and community activist, who is celebrating 25 years as the Pastor of Myrtle Grove Presbyterian Church in Miami, Florida. I include in the Record the following proclamation:
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Whereas, Reverend Lovell-Martin is credited with bringing stability to struggling Myrtle Grove Presbyterian Church, when he became pastor in 1997, and building, over the past 25 years, a sound foundation for the church that is supported by loyal and dedicated members; Whereas, Reverend Lovell-Martin has initiated numerous successful ministries at the church that tackle issues facing youth and adults, the poor and the homeless; Whereas, Reverend Lovell-Martin is an adjunct professor at Florida Atlantic University, holds a Ph.D., a Masters, and several other degrees in Education and raises money yearly for scholarships to help students further their education; Whereas, Reverend Lovell-Martin served the Presbyterian Church in various capacities including as commissioner to the 214th and the 219th General Assemblies, commissioner to the 11th stated meeting of the Synod of South Atlantic, presbytery staff and moderator, and Committee/Commissioner on Ministry moderator; and Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson, a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida, am honored to recognize Reverend Doctor Nigel Leon Lovell-Martin on his 25th anniversary as pastor of Myrtle Grove Presbyterian Church, for his commitment to God, his congregation and our community.

Recognizing Sergeant Caleb Paul Clover

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Mike Bost (R-IL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Sergeant Caleb Paul Clover of the Anna Illinois Police Department for his act of selfless heroism in the line of duty. On July 3, 2026, Sergeant Clover was on his way to work at the Anna Police Department when he came upon a head-on collision. As Sergeant Clover approached the wreck, he realized that one of the vehicles was rolled onto its driver's side and was on fire with two passengers, a mother and daughter, still inside. Without a second thought, Sergeant Clover jumped into action, climbing onto the burning car to open the passenger door. The door, however, was stuck due to the accident. With flames climbing the vehicle Sergeant Clover went for the sunroof, shattering it. He proceeded to climb into the vehicle to cut the seat belts of both passengers. After he removed the first passenger, he realized that the driver was stuck. With the help of a Good Samaritan, they were able to pull the driver from the vehicle as the fire consumed it. Thankfully, because of Sergeant Clover's quick thinking and courage, he saved the lives of both passengers. He was sent to the hospital after his act of heroism, suffering from cuts and burns sustained from pulling the victims to safety. The City of Anna will recognize Sergeant Clover for his selfless courage by putting himself in harm's way to save others. Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing Sergeant Caleb Paul Clover for his act of heroism and courage in the face of danger to save lives.

In Memory of His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani

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Joe Wilson (R-SC)

Mr. Speaker, as co-chair of the Congressional Qatar Caucus, I offer my sincerest condolences to the State of Qatar on the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Father Amir of the State of Qatar. Sheikh Hamad served as Amir of Qatar from 1995 to 2013 helping the Persian Gulf nation become increasingly diplomatic throughout the international community through economic, social, and cultural development. In 2013, Sheikh Hamad made the decision to abdicate his throne, passing leadership to his son, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. After this transition, he became known as the Father Amir, remembered for his modernization efforts and lasting impact on Qatar. I am grateful that Qatar has invested greatly in the state of South Carolina and that they host the Al Udeid Air Base, the largest American military base in the Middle East, having invested $10 billion in financing for its construction.

Honoring General Chris Donahue

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Richard Hudson (R-NC)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the career of a warrior, hero, and extraordinary patriot, General Chris Donahue. General Donahue attended the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York and was commissioned in 1992. Throughout his prestigious career, General Donahue has deployed over 20 times in support of numerous operations including: Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, New Dawn, Inherent Resolve, Atlantic Resolve, Freedom's Sentinel, European Assure, Deter and Reinforce, and in support of the Sudan crisis. In addition to these deployments, General Donahue served as the 39th Commander of the XVIII Airborne Corps at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Commander of the 82nd Airborne Division, and most recently as Commander of U.S. Army Europe and Africa. I had the pleasure of working alongside General Donahue during his time at Fort Bragg. During this time, we worked hand-in-hand to support the installation, improve readiness, soldier lethality, and build better lives for the servicemembers and their families who called the base home. I am proud to call General Donahue my friend and grateful for his service to our Nation. Mr. Speaker, please join me today in thanking General Donahue and commending the remarkable contributions he made to both the United States Army and our country throughout his career.

Recognizing Karol Toomer

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Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and pay tribute to Karol Toomer, a breast cancer survivor and secretary of Miami, Florida, Chapter of Sisters Network Incorporated. Ms. Toomer was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008. In September of 2012, Ms. Toomer, who has been a strong advocate for breast cancer awareness, became the Secretary for the Miami Chapter of Sisters Network, Inc., a national African-American breast cancer survivorship organization. Its mission is to address the needs particular to African-American women, the underinsured and the underserved around the country by getting the message out that "we must stop the silence about breast cancer so women can start beating the odds." The organization has since provided a strong support group for hundreds of women with breast cancer, as well as survivors in South Florida. Experts estimate that about one out of every eight women born today will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some time during her life. The strongest risk factor for breast cancer is age. A woman's risk of developing this disease increases as she gets older. However, thanks to the work Ms. Toomer is doing and improvements in cancer treatment and early detection, millions of women and thousands of men are surviving breast cancer today. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, other than skin cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer. The disease occurs almost entirely in women, but men can get it, too. Today, there are more than 2.9 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. I am honored to recognize Karol Toomer, a breast cancer survivor and secretary of the Miami Chapter of Sisters Network, for her dedication and commitment to our community and the fight against breast cancer.

Young Bald Eagles Symbolize American Freedom and Resilience

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Mr. TURNER

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to draw attention to the birth of two bald eaglets at Carillon Historical Park in Dayton, Ohio, named "America" and "Independence" in honor of our Nation's 250th birthday. Born two days apart on March 31, 2026, and April 2, 2026, America and Independence are now almost fully grown and recently embarked on their first flight. As we celebrate their births, let us not forget the special significance the Bald Eagle holds to our country and how this iconic bird's history is intertwined with our own, Chosen as the Seal of our Nation by our Founding Fathers, the Bald Eagle is a strong and independent, majestic and bold, noble and steadfast creature that embodies the greatest qualities of our Nation. But, not unlike our own history, the Bald Eagle has faced perils of its own. In the late 1800s, there were 100,000 nesting bald eagles in the contiguous United States, but due to harmful pesticides, illegal hunting, and habitat loss, that number had dropped to only 400 breeding pairs by 1960. As recently as 1978, the Bald Eagle stood on the verge of extinction. However, due to the collective efforts of American scientists, the enactment of federal laws, including protection under the Endangered Species Act, and most importantly, public support from the American people for the bird's protection, the Bald Eagle has experienced a renaissance. By 1996, the Bald Eagle's classification was changed from endangered to threatened. The Bald Eagle was officially removed from the Endangered Species List in 2007. There are now 71,467 active nests in the United States, including 964 in Ohio across 87 of its 88 counties. In many ways, the story of the Bald Eagle mirrors the story of our Nation. From the trials of the Revolutionary War and Civil War to the sacrifices of two World Wars, the tensions of the Cold War, and the challenges of the War on Terror, our Nation has repeatedly faced grave dangers, persevered through adversity, and emerged stronger than before. So, as we celebrate the birth of the eaglets America and Independence and commemorate 250 years of our Republic, we are reminded that resilience, courage, and renewal remain among our greatest national virtues. And just as these two young eaglets have taken flight over Dayton, so too, does the United States stand ready to soar confidently into its next 250 years. =========================== NOTE =========================== On July 27, 2026, on Page E742, in the first column, the following appeared: remain among our greatest national virtues. And just as these two young eaglets have taken night over Dayton, so too, does the United States stand ready to soar confidently into its next 250 years. The online version has been corrected to read: remain among our greatest national virtues. And just as these two young eaglets have taken flight over Dayton, so too, does the United States stand ready to soar confidently into its next 250 years. ========================= END NOTE =========================

Recognizing Jamie Bain Hedges on Her Retirement

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James R. Walkinshaw (D-VA)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jamie Bain Hedges upon her retirement as General Manager and Chief Executive Officer of Fairfax Water after 37 years of dedicated service to Northern Virginia. Jamie began her career with Fairfax Water as an engineer and steadily rose through the organization. She became Director of Planning and Engineering in 2006, Deputy General Manager in 2019, and General Manager and Chief Executive Officer in 2021. Her career reflects both a deep knowledge of the region's water system and a longstanding commitment to public service. Under Jamie's leadership, Fairfax Water has continued providing dependable, high-quality water service to communities across Northern Virginia. Today, the utility serves approximately 2.2 million people in the region. Her steady guidance helped the organization respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, severe weather, and the integration of the City of Fairfax and City of Falls Church water systems. Jamie also understood that reliable water service depends on thoughtful planning and continued investment in the infrastructure that supports it. Throughout her tenure, she helped position Fairfax Water to meet the region's current needs while preparing for future challenges involving water supply, system maintenance, and environmental protection. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Jamie Bain Hedges on her retirement and in thanking her for 37 years of service to Fairfax Water and the people of Northern Virginia. Her leadership has left the organization well prepared to continue serving our community for generations to come.

RECOGNIZING LaRHONDA LAMPKIN SHARP

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Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and pay tribute to LaRhonda Lampkin Sharp, a breast cancer survivor, and co-founder and treasurer of the Miami, Florida, Chapter of Sisters Network Incorporated. Mrs. Sharp was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007. In 2011, she and four other breast cancer survivors founded the Miami Chapter of Sisters Network, Inc., a national African-American breast cancer survivorship organization. Its mission is to address the needs particular to African-American women, the underinsured and the underserved around the country by getting the message out that "we must stop the silence about breast cancer so women can start beating the odds." The organization has since provided a strong support group for hundreds of women with breast cancer, as well as survivors in South Florida. Experts estimate that about one out of every eight women born today will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some time during her life. The strongest risk factor for breast cancer is age. A woman's risk of developing this disease increases as she gets older. However, thanks to the work Mrs. Sharp is doing and improvements in cancer treatment and early detection, millions of women and thousands of men are surviving breast cancer today. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, other than skin cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer. The disease occurs almost entirely in women, but men can get it, too. Today, there are more than 2.9 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. I am honored to recognize LaRhonda Lampkin Sharp, a breast cancer survivor and co-founder and treasure of the Miami Chapter of Sisters Network, for her dedication and commitment to our community and the fight against breast cancer.

Honoring the Pinecrest High School Women's Lacrosse Team

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Richard Hudson (R-NC)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Pinecrest High School women's lacrosse team on an undefeated state championship season. On Friday, May 29, 2026, Head Coach Jacqueline Page and the Pinecrest High School women's lacrosse team capped off a perfect 22-0 season by winning the North Carolina High School Athletic Association Girls Lacrosse 8A State Championship. This tremendous achievement is a testament to the team's unity, discipline, and outstanding work ethic. Winning a state championship is a remarkable accomplishment and doing so with an undefeated record makes this achievement even more extraordinary. I know I speak for our entire community in offering my most heartfelt congratulations to the exceptional young women of Pinecrest High School's women's lacrosse team. These young leaders have made our community proud. Mr. Speaker, please join me today celebrating the Pinecrest High School women's lacrosse team's remarkable undefeated state championship season.

Honoring the Service of John Wood

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Vicente Gonzalez (D-TX)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor Mr. John Wood's lifetime of service to the people of Brownsville, Texas, and the Rio Grande Valley. For decades, Mr. Wood has dedicated his time to strengthening our community through both civic engagement and public service. Before entering elected office, Mr. Wood served as chair of the local chapters of the American Red Cross and United Way, Chairman of the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce, and a member of the Board of Directors for the Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas. His dedication to improving the lives of those around him laid the foundation for a distinguished career in public service. As a Brownsville City Commissioner and Cameron County Commissioner, Mr. Wood earned the trust of his constituents by remaining accessible and attentive to their needs. He successfully secured state funding to rebuild roads, install a new drainage system, lay sidewalks, and install streetlights, delivering critical infrastructure improvements that enhanced neighborhoods and improved the quality of life for countless families. As a Commissioner on the Brownsville Navigation District Board, Mr. Wood continued to lead with integrity and vision. He advanced reforms to the port's employee retirement fund and raised the minimum wage. Commissioner Wood also advocated for the deepening of the Port, resulting in major investments, diversifying the economy, and transforming the region for generations to come. Throughout his tenure, he championed responsible stewardship and long-term investment in one of South Texas's most important economic engines. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the people of Texas' 34th Congressional District, I extend my deepest gratitude to Mr. John Wood and his decades of service. His leadership has strengthened the Brownsville community and expanded economic opportunity throughout the Rio Grande Valley. It is leaders like him that continue to define the spirit of integrity and service of South Texas, and for that, we are forever grateful.

Recognizing Felicia Weatherspoon

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Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and pay tribute to Felicia Weatherspoon, a breast cancer survivor and co-founder of the Tenaciously Pink Cancer Support Group at Trinity Church, in Miami Gardens, Florida. Ms. Weatherspoon was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1996. After more than a decade of activism and advocacy for breast cancer awareness, Ms. Weatherspoon helped found the Tenaciously Pink Cancer Support Group, in May of 2012. The support group meets every fourth Sunday. Its mission is to provide spiritual one-on-one support to people undergoing treatment for cancer and comfort the patients, care givers, and their families. Tenaciously Pink also hopes to enable cancer patients/ survivors and supporters to look beyond the diagnoses to cope with treatments and resume living life to its fullest. Experts estimate that about one out of every eight women born today will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some time during her life. The strongest risk factor for breast cancer is age. A woman's risk of developing this disease increases as she gets older. However, thanks to the work Ms. Weatherspoon is doing and improvements in cancer treatment and early detection, millions of women and thousands of men are surviving breast cancer today. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, other than skin cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer. The disease occurs almost entirely in women, but men can get it, too. Today, there are more than 2.9 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. I am honored to recognize Felicia Weatherspoon, a breast cancer survivor and co-founder of The Tenaciously Pink Support Groups, for her dedication and commitment to our community and the fight against breast cancer.

Honoring the 90th Anniversary of Vasa Park

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Thomas H. Kean, Jr. (R-NJ)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 90th anniversary of Vasa Park in Mount Olive, New Jersey. In 1936 the Vasa Order of America established Vasa Park to serve as a retirement community for Scandinavian immigrants across the Morris County area. Today, the park has grown as a meeting place for descendants of the original founders to come with their families and vacation, experiencing the nature of Mount Olive. The park includes 31 cabins for families to rent and stay, and a Cultural Center for social events and commemoration of Scandinavian ancestry. Families descending from Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland make up the over 1,000 members who return to the park year after year. For 90 years, Vasa Park has fostered the Scandinavian presence in Morris County, serving as a lasting symbol of culture and tradition. Throughout its history, the park has upheld the sense of community that is so important to the citizens of Mount Olive and Morris County as a whole. Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues to join me in commemorating Vasa Park's 90th Anniversary, as they continue to uphold Scandinavian tradition in Mount Olive, New Jersey.

Stop Insider Trading Act

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Betty McCollum (D-MN)

Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to H.R. 7008, the so-called Stop Insider Trading Act. Let me be clear, this bill is not a stock trading ban. It does nothing to stop Members of Congress from profiting from their positions, and it says nothing about the President's own outrageous self-enrichment while in office. I was elected to represent my constituents' interests in Congress, not to abuse my position for personal profit. That is why I do not own or trade individual stocks, securities, commodities, or futures. Unfortunately, not all of my colleagues share that view, which is why Congress must act now to ban stock trading for Members of Congress. In 2012, I voted for the STOCK Act, which brought transparency to Members' stock trades. But transparency is not deterrence. The penalty for violating the STOCK Act is just $200. That is why I have routinely cosponsored real solutions not just for Congress, but for the executive branch as well. I am a cosponsor of H.R. 6731, the Restore Trust in Government Act. This bill would prohibit Presidents, Vice Presidents, Members of Congress, and their dependent children, spouses, and trustees from owning and trading individual stocks. This is the comprehensive reform that Congress should consider today to prohibit Members from profiting from their positions. Instead, we are considering H.R. 7008, which will do something else entirely. H.R. 7008 makes it harder for Americans to vote due to Republican maneuvering that inserts the SAVE America Act in this bill. This provision will pile new burdens on voters and election officials, override even the strictest state voter ID laws by tossing out documents like student IDs and hunting licenses, and effectively ends voting by mail. The bill is timed to take effect 90 days after enactment, landing implementation squarely in the middle of the midterm election after voting has already begun. Trust in Congress is at an all-time low. We will not rebuild it with a bill that dodges real stock trading reform while making it harder for Americans to vote. I urge my colleagues to oppose this bill and instead work to institute real accountability.

Honoring Colonel K. "Chad" Mixon for His Service as Garrison Commander of Fort Bragg and for His Retirement from the U.s. Army

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Richard Hudson (R-NC)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Colonel K. "Chad" Mixon for his distinguished service as Garrison Commander of Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and to thank him for more than three decades of service to our Nation. Colonel Mixon began his military career in 1993 as an enlisted infantryman at Fort Bragg and was commissioned as a transportation officer in 2000. Throughout his career, he served in numerous leadership positions within the 82nd Airborne Division, United States Army Special Operations Command, United States Army Forces Command, and Joint Special Operations Command. He completed seven operational deployments in support of the Global War on Terrorism. Colonel Mixon assumed command of the Fort Bragg Garrison on June 27, 2024. During his tenure, he led one of the Army's largest and most complex installations through a period of significant transition while remaining focused on military readiness, responsible stewardship, and the well-being of the soldiers, families, civilians, and veterans who depend upon Fort Bragg. Under his leadership, Fort Bragg advanced critical improvements to installation infrastructure, housing, transportation, childcare, dining, and community services. Colonel Mixon strengthened partnerships with the State of North Carolina, local communities, and private stakeholders to move key installation priorities forward. I was proud to work alongside him to secure funding for a new child development center and support other efforts aimed at improving readiness and quality of life across Fort Bragg. His leadership also helped return hundreds of homes to service, improve roads and transportation, and restore access to North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles services on the installation. Colonel Mixon's tenure was defined by steady leadership, open communication, and a commitment to practical solutions. Through his professionalism and dedication, he strengthened Fort Bragg's position as the Nation's premier power-projection platform while improving the quality of life for those who live, work, and serve there. The people of Fort Bragg and the surrounding communities are grateful for Colonel Mixon's leadership and lasting contributions. Colonel Mixon, his wife, Charlotte, and their sons, Chase and Cole, will be deeply missed by the Fort Bragg community. Mr. Speaker, please join me today in honoring Colonel K. "Chad" Mixon for his distinguished service as Garrison Commander of Fort Bragg and for his more than three decades with the United States Army and in wishing him and his family continued success in the years ahead.

Recognizing Patricia Johnson

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Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and pay tribute to Patricia Johnson, a breast cancer survivor, and co-founder of the Tenaciously Pink Cancer Support Group at Trinity Church, in Miami Gardens, Florida. Ms. Johnson was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008. After many years of activism and an advocacy for breast cancer awareness, Ms. Johnson helped found the Tenaciously Pink Cancer Support Group in May of 2012. The support group meets every fourth Sunday. Its mission is to provide spiritual one-on-one support to people undergoing treatment for cancer and comfort the patients, care givers, and their families. Tenaciously Pink also hopes to enable cancer patients/survivors and supporters to look beyond the diagnoses, cope with treatments, and resume living life to its fullest. Experts estimate that about one out of every eight women born today will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some time during her life. The strongest risk factor for breast cancer is age. A woman's risk of developing this disease increases as she gets older. However, thanks to the work Ms. Johnson is doing and improvements in cancer treatment and early detection, millions of women and thousands of men are surviving breast cancer today. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, other than skin cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer. The disease occurs almost entirely in women, but men can get it, too, Today, there are more than 2.9 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. I am honored to recognize Patricia Johnson, a breast cancer survivor and co-founder of the Tenaciously Pink Support Groups, for her dedication and commitment to our community and the fight against breast cancer.

Honoring the Service of David Hartman

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Michael Guest (R-MS)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank WAPT Chief Meteorologist David Hartman for his 40 years of service to Central Mississippi. David Hartman has been one of Mississippi's most trusted voices in weather. David joined 16 WAPT as Chief Meteorologist in 1986 and has helped viewers prepare for some of the state's most dangerous weather events. Graduating from The Pennsylvania State University in 1983, David studied meteorology and three years after working in South Carolina, moved to Mississippi. He then began his career that made him synonymous with weather coverage across Central Mississippi. David earned recognition for his commitment to public safety and excellence in forecasting. He has been honored numerous times as Mississippi's Best Television Meteorologist by the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters and the Associated Press. David's work with the 16 WAPT news team earned a Regional Emmy Award for coverage of Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and an Edward R. Murrow Award for coverage of the devastating Yazoo City tornado in 2010. In 1995, David received an Emmy nomination for his half-hour severe weather special, A Matter of Seconds, which focused on improving public awareness and preparedness for tornadoes. WeatherRate recognized David as the Most Accurate Television Weather Forecaster in the Jackson market from 2020 to 2026. His career achievements have also been recognized with induction into the Mississippi Broadcasters Hall of Fame and receiving the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters' Lifetime Achievement Award. While forecasting the weather was David's primary responsibility, he spent many hours educating the community about weather safety. He spoke in classrooms across Mississippi, helped Scouts earn their merit badges, and served as official meteorologist for events across the state. In 2000, David helped bring the first television Doppler radar to Mississippi, giving 16 WAPT viewers additional minutes of warning during severe weather, helping to save lives. As the WAPT Chief Meteorologist, David has guided Central Mississippi through hurricanes, tornado outbreaks, winter storms, floods, and countless severe weather events with the calm, steady presence that viewers have come to trust. David and his wife, Diane, are the proud parents of three children--Allison, Andrew, and Audrey--all named after hurricanes--and grandparents to Sydney and Peyton. After a distinguished career spanning more than 40 years in broadcasting, David Hartman leaves a legacy defined not only by forecasting accuracy, but by an unwavering commitment to serving and protecting the people of Mississippi. His impact on the community--and on generations of viewers who trusted him when it mattered most will endure for years to come. I am honored for the opportunity to recognize David's service and celebrate his 40 years of dedication to keeping us informed on the weather across Central Mississippi.

HONORING THE LIFE OF JULIA McCAA

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Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the incredible life of Julia McCaa, who sadly passed away on July 4, 2026, reuniting with her beloved husband, Dr. Clea McCaa I. Julia McCaa spent her life serving others--through ministry, counseling, prayer, support, and unwavering love. She devoted her life to advancing the Kingdom of God by doing everything for His glory. After graduating from high school, Julia continued her love of learning through her time at Wenonah State Technical College, MTI Business School in Miami, Florida, and Cochise College. Along with her gift of learning, Julia had the gift of music. As a teenager, she joined her sisters in a gospel singing group named The Three Sisters. Her love of singing continued throughout her life, allowing her to share the Gospel through song in countless settings. On May 14, 1961, Julia married Dr. Clea McCaa I at Trinity Church of God in Christ in Ensley, Alabama. Their marriage was wholly built on their love of and faith in Christ. Julia faithfully supported her husband throughout his time in the military and ministry as a prayer warrior, unwavering partner, and trusted counselor. Julia found great joy and fulfillment in her family, as she and her husband were blessed with two wonderful children, Michelle Denise McCaa and Mayor Clea Otis McCaa II. Together, they also shared three beautiful grandchildren, Diondra Julia Denise ("Jul"), Clea Otis III ("Trae"), and Marie Cene' ("Reecee"). Throughout her life, Julia demonstrated a servant's heart. She committed her time to helping others, serving in the Church of God in Christ, being a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), Sierra Vista West End Commissioner, and receptionist at Canyon Vista Medical Center, as well as volunteering with several local and national organizations. Julia will be greatly missed. She was a light to those around her and all who knew her experienced genuine love, care, and counsel. May Julia rest in peace.

Recognizing Edith Morgan

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Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and pay tribute to Edith Morgan, founder of the Mom-2-Mom 58 Foundation, in Miami, Florida, a support group for mothers that focuses on issues such as breast cancer, child safety and empowerment, juvenile delinquency, domestic violence and many other topics. The Mom-2-Mom 58 Foundation is a non-profit faith-based organization that was born out of the tragic death of the late Kansas City Chief linebacker Derrick Thomas on February 8, 2000. Thomas' death was the result of a car accident; he was not wearing a seatbelt. His mother, Mrs. Morgan, felt a pressing need to get the word out to other mothers about the importance of training our children in the use of seat belts. She also realized there were other issues she wanted to address, wherein she could be of service to the community. In 2006, the Mom-2-Mom 58 Foundation started a breast cancer support group, and each year holds a fundraising walk and spa day for women with breast cancer and survivors. The goal is to empower and to encourage women with breast cancer and survivors of breast cancer. Experts estimate that about one out of every eight women born today will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some time during her life. The strongest risk factor for breast cancer is age. A woman's risk of developing this disease increases as she gets older. However, thanks to the work Mrs. Morgan is doing and improvements in cancer treatment and early detection, millions of women and thousands of men are surviving breast cancer today. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, other than skin cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer. The disease occurs almost entirely in women, but men can get it, too. Today, there are more than 2.9 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. I am honored to recognize Edith Morgan, founder of the Mom-2-Mom 58 Foundation, for her dedication and commitment to our community and the fight against breast cancer.

Recognizing the Dragon Dream Team Named as Ohio's 13th Champion of the Week

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Emilia Strong Sykes (D-OH)

Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the Dragon Dream Team as the Ohio 13th Congressional District's Champion of the Week. The Dragon Dream Team is Ohio's first group of breast cancer survivors participating in the team sport of dragon boating. I am incredibly proud to celebrate their achievements as they prepare to represent Northeast Ohio next month at the 2026 International Breast Cancer Paddlers' Commission Participatory Festival in France. Based in Akron, this team has spent 20 years showing that a breast cancer diagnosis does not define a person's future. As board member Talie Schroeder shared, every woman in their boat has heard the words, "You have breast cancer," yet every time they push off from the dock, they remind us that a diagnosis is not the end of their story. I congratulate the Dragon Dream Team on 20 remarkable years and helping show why Ohio's 13th Congressional District is proudly known as the Birthplace of Champions. I wish them the best in France.

Honoring Colonel Luke A. Wittmer on His Appointment as Garrison Commander of Fort Bragg

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Richard Hudson (R-NC)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Colonel Luke A. Wittmer on his appointment as Garrison Commander of Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Colonel Wittmer entered the United States Army in 2002 after graduating from the United States Military Academy at West Point and receiving his commission as an infantry officer. Throughout his distinguished career, he has served in numerous infantry, Special Forces, operational planning, and senior leadership assignments, including positions with the 101st Airborne Division, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), the Combined Arms Center, and Special Operations Command Central. Colonel Wittmer has deployed multiple times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Inherent Resolve. Most recently, he served as Deputy Commanding Officer for Special Operations Command Central before completing senior service college at the United States Army War College. He brings valuable installation-management experience to Fort Bragg, having previously served as Garrison Commander of the Yakima Training Center in Washington. Colonel Wittmer's extensive experience, proven leadership, and distinguished record have prepared him well to lead one of the Army's largest and most complex installations. I look forward to working alongside him to strengthen Fort Bragg's readiness, advance critical installation priorities, support military families, and improve the quality of life for all those who live and serve on the installation. I also extend a warm welcome to his wife, Cristy, and their sons, Jack, Cole, and Aaron. Mr. Speaker, please join me today in congratulating Colonel Luke A. Wittmer on his appointment as Garrison Commander of Fort Bragg and wishing him every success in this important assignment.

Introduction of the Congress Leads by Example Act of 2026

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Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to introduce the Congress Leads by Example Act of 2026, which would apply many of the laws that protect employees in the private sector and the executive branch to the legislative branch. Congress should abide by the laws it imposes on others. In 1995, Congress passed the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 (CAA), which applied 13 existing civil rights, labor and workplace safety and health laws to the legislative branch. In 2018, after reports of sexual harassment in Congress and in light of the #MeToo movement, Congress passed the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 Reform Act (Reform Act), which changed the name of the Office of Compliance to the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights (OCWR), revised the process to resolve workplace claims and extended CAA protections to unpaid staff, interns, and fellows. It also made Members of Congress personally liable for their own violations of workplace harassment and retaliation laws. The CAA and the Reform Act were important steps in making the legislative branch accountable for its employment practices, but they did not finish the job. As noted, the CAA brought the legislative branch under 13 existing civil rights, labor, and workplace safety and health laws, but it omitted important substantive and procedural protections. OCWR has identified additional federal workplace laws and procedures that should apply to the legislative branch. This bill considers OCWR's recommendations. This bill would provide general whistleblower protections and make additional Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) anti-retaliation provisions applicable to the legislative branch. This bill would provide subpoena authority to OCWR to conduct inspections and investigations into OSHA violations. It also would provide extended paid parental bereavement leave to legislative branch employees. This bill would further the CAA's goal of preventing workplace discrimination in the legislative branch by prohibiting the legislative branch from making adverse employment decisions based on an employee's wage garnishment or involvement in bankruptcy proceedings pursuant to the Consumer Credit Protection Act or Chapter 11 of the bankruptcy code. Finally, this bill would bolster the CAA's recordkeeping requirements. It would apply to the legislative branch the obligation to maintain accurate records of safety information and employee injuries, as otherwise required by OSHA, as well as employee records necessary to administer anti-discrimination laws. This bill would help restore the public's trust in Congress by redoubling our efforts to exercise leadership by example. I urge my colleagues to support this bill.

RECOGNIZING ADRIAN B. McCLENNEY

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Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and pay tribute to Adrian B. McClenney, a breast cancer survivor and co-founder and president of the Miami, Florida, Chapter of Sisters Network Incorporated. Mrs. McClenney was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2011. During treatment and her search to find support, she learned about Sisters Network, Inc., a national African-American breast cancer survivorship organization. Its mission is to address the needs particular to African-American women, the underinsured and the underserved around the country by getting the message out that "we must stop the silence about breast cancer so women can start beating the odds." Mrs. McClenney contacted the organization and was so moved by their support and encouragement that in 2012, she and three other breast cancer survivors founded the Miami Chapter of Sisters Network. The organization has since provided a strong support group for hundreds of women with breast cancer, as well as survivors in South Florida. Experts estimate that about one out of every eight women born today will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some time during her life. The strongest risk factor for breast cancer is age. A woman's risk of developing this disease increases as she gets older. However, thanks to the work Mrs. McClenney is doing and improvements in cancer treatment and early detection, millions of women and thousands of men are surviving breast cancer today. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States. other than skin cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer. The disease occurs almost entirely in women, but men can get it, too. Today, there are more than 2.9 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. I am honored to recognize Adrian B. McClenney, a breast cancer survivor and co-founder and president of the Miami Chapter of Sisters Network, for her dedication and commitment to our community and the fight against breast cancer.

celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Leon Medical Centers

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Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate one of South Florida's most prestigious healthcare institutions, Leon Medical Centers, on the occasion of its 30th anniversary, and the Leon family, whose dedication and commitment to service have had a generational impact on families across our community. For three decades, Leon Medical Centers has stood as a symbol of innovation and compassionate care. Founded on August 3, 1996, by Benjamin Leon, Jr., Leon Medical Centers was created with a powerful mission: to ensure that members of South Florida's growing community could receive high-quality healthcare with dignity and accessibility. What began as one medical center in Miami has grown into one of Florida's most distinguished healthcare organizations, now serving more than 40,000 patients throughout the region. Mr. Speaker, the story of Leon Medical Centers is deeply rooted in the vision and perseverance of the Leon family. Benjamin Leon, Jr. arrived in the United States from Cuba in 1961 at just 16 years old, joining his father, Benjamin Leon, Sr., who had established Clinica Cuba to provide essential medical care to Miami's growing Cuban community. At a time when language barriers and an overwhelmed healthcare system created significant obstacles to care, Clinica Cuba became a lifeline for thousands of families seeking medical attention. Together, Benjamin Leon, Sr. and Benjamin Leon, Jr. continued expanding access to healthcare, establishing Clinica Asociacion Cubana in 1970 and helping introduce managed care to Florida. In 1973, their efforts led to the organization receiving the first HMO license in the state of Florida, marking a historic advancement in healthcare delivery and setting the foundation for the future of Leon Medical Centers. In 1996, Benjamin Leon, Jr. opened the first Leon Medical Centers location at 27th Avenue and Southwest First street in Miami. Less than a year later, the organization expanded with a second location in Westchester, beginning a period of tremendous growth that would eventually lead to six regional facilities across Miami-Dade County. Today, Leon Medical Centers represents the future of integrated healthcare. Its nearly one million square foot, state-of-the-art facility provides patients with access to advanced screening technology, comprehensive dental services, physical therapy, and numerous medical specialties, often within a single location. This innovative approach has made healthcare more convenient and accessible while reflecting Benjamin Leon, Jr.'s belief that patients should receive care in an environment where they feel valued and treated like family. Leon Medical Centers' impact extends far beyond the walls of its facilities. The organization has earned national recognition for its contributions to healthcare, receiving honors from organizations including the South Florida Business Journal, Health Affairs, Florida International University, and the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society. Leon remains the only managed care organization partnered with Florida International University to provide a specialized teaching curriculum focused on genetic care demonstrating its continued commitment to advancing medical education and innovation. Beyond its philanthropic contributions, Leon Medical Centers has built strong partnerships with leading hospitals throughout Miami-Dade, including Kendall Regional and Hialeah Hospital, further expanding access to quality care and strengthening the healthcare network in our community. As Leon Medical Centers celebrates its 30th anniversary, we recognize the lasting impact of Benjamin Leon, Jr., the Leon family, and the thousands of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals who carry forward this mission. Their work, commitment to service, and compassion represent the best of South Florida. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to celebrate Leon Medical Centers on this important milestone and to commend everyone who has contributed to its historic legacy. From its humble beginnings servicing Miami's Cuban community to its role as a leader in modern healthcare, Leon Medical Centers remains a testament to what can be achieved through perseverance and dedication to service.

Personal Explanation

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Maxine Waters (D-CA)

Mr. Speaker, during Roll Call Vote No. 276 on H.R. 8800, I mistakenly recorded my vote as AYE when I should have voted NO.

Honoring the Union Pines Softball Team

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Richard Hudson (R-NC)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the accomplishments of the 2026 Union Pines softball team following their outstanding performance and recognition at the Carolina Pines Athletic Conference postseason awards. Senior catcher Kileigh Cameron finished her season as the state home run leader with 19 home runs and led the state 6A class in RBIs with 61 RBIs. Kileigh was named the conference player of the year. Junior pitcher Kaitlyn Blue pitched 116 innings and boasted a 1.57 ERA paired with 118 strikeouts. Kaitlyn was named conference pitcher of the year. Seniors Allie Bauer, Emily Auman, Serena McCutchen, Maddie Stein and sophomores Caidence Crabtree and Abbie Tyner were also named all-conference from Union Pines for their extraordinary seasons. I also want to recognize Head Coach Brian Blue, who was named the Carolina Pines Athletic Conference Coach of the Year. In his first season he led the team to a 28-4 overall record and its first conference title since 2013. I am proud to represent such a talented, dedicated, and hardworking group of student-athletes and coaches. Winning a conference championship is a remarkable accomplishment. I am inspired by their achievements and glad to see them being recognized for them. Mr. Speaker, please join me today honoring the Union Pines softball team.

Recognizing Andrea Ivory

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Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and pay tribute to Andrea Ivory, a breast cancer survivor and the founder of The Women's Breast Health Initiative (WBHI) in Hialeah, Florida. Ms. Ivory was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2006. While she was fortunate that her breast cancer was detected early and that she had insurance and access to doctors, she knew that many other women did not. To better the odds for at-risk women with fewer resources, she founded the Women's Breast Health Initiative in 2008. WBHI is an outreach organization dedicated to educating women about the importance of breast health and providing them with the resources to beat the disease. Since it was founded, WBHI has delivered literature to 50,000 households and by use of a mammography van, the organization has provided free breast cancer screening for thirteen hundred women. For her contributions to the fight against breast cancer, Ms. Ivory was named Cable News Network's (CNN) Hero, in 2009. CNN "Heroes" is a tribute to ordinary people changing the world. Experts estimate that about one out of every eight women born today will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some time during her life. The strongest risk factor for breast cancer is age. A woman's risk of developing this disease increases as she gets older. However, thanks the work Ms. Ivory is doing and improvements in cancer treatment and early detection, millions of women and thousands of men are surviving breast cancer today. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, other than skin cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer. The disease occurs almost entirely in women, but men can get it, too. Today, there are more than 2.9 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. I am honored to recognize Andrea Ivory, a breast cancer survivor and founder of The Women's Breast Health Initiative, for her dedication and commitment to our community.

Honoring the Life and Legacy of Joann Smith

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Ritchie Torres (D-NY)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of a remarkable Bronxite, educator, writer, wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend, Joann Smith. Joann passed away on July 17, 2026, at Calvary Hospital in the Bronx, following a courageous battle with cancer. She leaves behind a legacy defined not by her illness, but by her bravery, her kindness, her creativity, and her love for others. Born in the Bronx in 1956, Joann grew up on the Grand Concourse and was educated in the Bronx Catholic school system. She went on to earn degrees from Iona College, the College of New Rochelle, and Lehman College before pursuing her Master of Fine Arts at Sarah Lawrence College. Joann spent fifteen years as an educator, teaching in both Catholic and New York City public schools. She later devoted her life to writing, teaching aspiring writers, and expanding access to education. She served as a professor, program director, creative director, editor, and mentor. She fulfilled her lifelong dream of becoming a published author, writing the historical novel When I Was Boudicca and, and in 2021, she published her acclaimed short story collection, A Heaven of the Choosing. But Joann's greatest joy was her family. She and her husband, Robert Fanuzzi, celebrated thirty years of marriage this year. And in 2001, Joann and Robert traveled to China to adopt their daughter, Mia--a journey Joann considered the highlight of her life. Joann also gave generously to others, volunteering with Girls Write Now to help young women prepare for college and find their voices. The Bronx mourns with Robert, Mia, her siblings, nieces and nephews, and her many friends. Joann's life was a testament to the power of courage, education, art, and love. Her stories will endure. Her students will carry her lessons forward. And all who knew her will carry her memory in their hearts. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor the life of Joann Smith. May she rest in peace.

Celebrating the Retirement of Chief Lee Bercaw

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Kathy Castor (D-FL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the remarkable career and dedicated service of the City of Tampa Chief of Police Lee Bercaw. For more than 30 years in law enforcement, including three and a half years as Chief of Police, he has exemplified unwavering commitment, integrity, and excellence. His forward-thinking, consistent leadership and steadfast commitment to safety has lifted the City of Tampa and its citizens. Chief Lee Bercaw is two-time alumnus of the University of South Florida, having earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminology in 1997 and a Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Administration in 2012. In 2021, Bercaw also earned a Doctorate Degree in Criminal Justice with a specialization in Homeland Security from Saint Leo University. Chief Lee Bercaw joined the Tampa Police Department in 1996 as a reserve officer and patrolled the streets of Tampa. He then served as a police officer for six years. Bercaw worked his way up in the department before being appointed as the Chief of Police by Mayor Jane Castor in 2023. During his tenure, he implemented initiatives for advancing safety, fostering relationships and trust within the community. He will leave the Tampa Police Department as an advocate for community-oriented policing and leadership, stating, "teaching, mentoring and developing future leaders has always been among the most rewarding parts of my career, and I look forward to helping shape the next generation of criminal justice professionals through research experience, integrity and public service." Bercaw's career has been rooted in mentorship and leadership and will only continue to flourish at the University of South Florida as an associate professor of instruction in the Master of Arts in Criminal Justice program. Chief Bercaw will officially retire on August 6, 2026. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the neighbors across the Tampa Bay community, I am proud to celebrate the selfless service of Chief Lee Bercaw at the Tampa Police Department. Chief Lee Bercaw is a shining example of engaging and leading the community with a culture of respect, safety and trust.

Honoring the Life and Legacy Patricia Ellen Malley

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Jake Ellzey (R-TX)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Patricia Ellen Malley, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and woman of unwavering faith whose life was marked by kindness, compassion, and selfless devotion to her family. Born in Crane, Texas, Patricia was raised with the values of faith, hard work, and love for others. She carried those principles throughout her life, touching the lives of all who knew her with her gentle spirit and quiet strength. Patricia dedicated many years of faithful service to American Greetings, where she was admired for her dedication and warm personality. After retiring, she devoted herself to her greatest calling, which was her family. Whether preparing meals, traveling with loved ones, or simply opening her home to others, Patricia found joy in caring for those around her. She is survived by her beloved husband, Stephen H. Malley; her brother, Tom Hightower; her children, Billy Don Bratton, Kerry Aalbers, and Stephen S. Malley; six grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and many extended family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Mike, Richard, and Jack Hightower; her sister, Linda Pearce; and her granddaughter, Bailey Bratton. Mr. Speaker, Patricia Malley lived a life centered on faith, family, and service. Her love, grace, and steadfast example will continue to inspire those who knew her. It is my honor to recognize her life and extend my deepest condolences to her family and loved ones as they celebrate the legacy she leaves behind.

Personal Explanation

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Greg Landsman (D-OH)

Mr. Speaker, for personal reasons, I was unable to make one vote on July 22, 2026. Had I been present, I would have voted NAY on Roll Call No. 276.

Recognizing Vice Mayor Felicia M. Brunson

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Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and pay tribute to Vice Mayor Felicia M. Brunson, chairman of West Park Relay For Life, in West Park, Florida. Relay For Life is the main volunteer-driven cancer fundraising event of the American Cancer Society. Vice Mayor Brunson lost her grandmother to breast cancer in 1996. In 2006 she formed West Park Relay For Life. Through community-based fundraising and little corporate sponsorship, West Park Relay For Life has raised more than $150,000 in the fight against breast cancer. In 2010, Vice Mayor Brunson was the driving force behind the City of West Park designating the third week in October as "Paint the City Pink Week." Experts estimate that about one out of every eight women born today will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some time during her life. The strongest risk factor for breast cancer is age. A woman's risk of developing this disease increases as she gets older. However, thanks to improvements in cancer treatment and early detection, millions of women and thousands of men are surviving breast cancer today. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, other than skin cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer. The disease occurs almost entirely in women, but men can get it, too. Today, there are more than 2.9 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. I am honored to recognize Vice Mayor Felicia M. Brunson for her dedication and commitment to empowering women in the fight against breast cancer.

Recognizing Retired Command Sergeant Major David Keen

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Mike Bost (R-IL)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the dedication of retired Command Sergeant Major David Keen to his hometown of Mt. Vernon, Illinois. CSM Keen has served his country and community through his actions as a soldier, father, mentor, and leader. CSM Keen served 24 years in the U.S. Army. Keen was stationed in Germany with the 3rd Armored Division. When he returned home, he decided to continue his military career by enlisting in the Illinois National Guard as a noncommissioned officer achieving the rank of Commanding Sergeant Major of the 3rd Battalion, 129th regiment. CSM Keen would become a leader within his community serving as Mayor of Mt. Vernon. He actively supports fellow veterans through programs such as: Jefferson County Operation Iraqi Freedom, Veterans Roof Program, and serving as a Veterans Memorial Committee chairman in the Mt. Vernon Park. CSM Keen's leadership through service would expand to chairing the Jefferson County Senior Saints for more than 20 years. In CSM Keen's local church, the Mt. Vernon Baptist Temple, he serves as a deacon and a loyal member of the church for 45 years. CSM Keen's community leadership would lead him to volunteer with the Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the Mentors 4 Kids programs. CSM Keen would change the course of several young people's lives, providing them with the building blocks to become community leaders. CSM Keen has been a devoted husband of 50 years to his wife Joanne. He is the father of two daughters Michelle and Amy, and grandfather to his four grandchildren. CSM Keen is also a devoted son, as he still cares for and spends time with his 96-year-old mother daily. Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing retired Command Sergeant Major David Keen on the dedication and selfless service he has provided to his family, local community, and Nation. I believe he is a perfect example of what serving our communities should look like. I look forward to his achievements to come.

Honoring Ms. Shirley Greer Rogers

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Michael Guest (R-MS)

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Ms. Shirley Greer Rogers as she celebrates her 90th birthday. Ms. Shirley Rogers, born Shirley Jane Greer on July 24, 1936, has devoted her life to serving her church, her family, and her community in Pearl and Rankin County, Mississippi. She and her husband, Ray Rogers, celebrated 67 years of marriage after marrying on June 16, 1953, and together they raised three daughters: Sherry, Pam, and Kim. A longtime member of McLaurin Heights Methodist Church in Pearl, Ms. Rogers has faithfully served the congregation for decades. She has sung in the church choir, coordinated meals for members recovering from illness or surgery, and for families grieving the loss of loved ones, and served on numerous leadership committees. Ms. Rogers also dedicated more than two decades to public service in both local and state government. When the City of Pearl incorporated in 1973, she became the city's first employee, serving as its first city clerk. In those formative years, she visited other municipalities and attended conferences to identify best practices for the newly established city, helping lay the foundation for Pearl's future growth and success. She later retired as a director of personnel for the Mississippi Department of Corrections. Known lovingly as "Mom" to her grandchildren, Ms. Rogers is equally celebrated for her generosity and hospitality. Her famous brownies have long been shared among friends in the top row of the bleachers at Ray Rogers Stadium during Pearl Pirate football games, and her holiday meals have become cherished traditions for family and friends alike. For many years, she welcomed loved ones into her home for Sunday lunch after church, creating memories that continue to be treasured by all who gathered around her table. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to call Ms. Shirley Rogers both a constituent and a friend. I am grateful for the extraordinary legacy she has built through a lifetime of faith, service, and devotion to her family and community. On the occasion of her 90th birthday, I join her family, friends, and neighbors in wishing her a very happy birthday and many more to come.

Senate Committee Meetings

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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, July 28, 2026 may be found in the Daily Digest of today's Record.

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JULY 29 8:30 a.m. Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs To hold hearings to examine the testimony of Anthony Fauci. SD-342 9:30 a.m. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Business meeting to consider S. 365 and H.R. 1729, bills to amend the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act to allow for additional entities to be eligible to complete the maintenance work on Bolts Ditch and the Bolts Ditch Headgate within the Holy Cross Wilderness, Colorado, S. 764, to provide for the designation of certain wilderness areas, recreation management areas, and conservation areas in the State of Colorado, S. 791, to establish the Justice Thurgood Marshall National Historic Site in the State of Maryland as an affiliated area of the National Park System, S. 888, to designate certain land administered by the Bureau of Land Management and the Forest Service in the State of Oregon as wilderness and national recreation areas, to withdraw certain land located in Curry County and Josephine County, Oregon, from all forms of entry, appropriation, or disposal under the public land laws, location, entry, and patent under the mining laws, and operation under the mineral leasing and geothermal leasing laws, S. 945, to amend the Smith River National Recreation Area Act to include certain additions to the Smith River National Recreation Area, to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate certain wild rivers in the State of Oregon, S. 1005, to provide for conservation and economic development in the State of Nevada, S. 1088, to provide that the memorial to commemorate the sacrifice and service of the women who worked on the home front to support the efforts of the United States military during World War II may be located on the National Mall, S. 1195, to promote conservation, improve public land management, and provide for sensible development in Pershing County, Nevada, S. 1257, to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to authorize the use of funds for certain additional Carey Act projects, S. 1341, to amend the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 to add certain land to the Sarvis Creek Wilderness, S. 1349, to withdraw the National Forest System land in the Ruby Mountains subdistrict of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and the National Wildlife Refuge System land in Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Elko and White Pine Counties, Nevada, from operation under the mineral leasing laws, S. 1476, to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate certain segments of the Gila River system in the State of New Mexico as components of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, to provide for the transfer of administrative jurisdiction over certain Federal land in the State of New Mexico, S. 1737, to designate and expand wilderness areas in Olympic National Forest in the State of Washington, and to designate certain rivers in Olympic National Forest and Olympic National Park as wild and scenic rivers, S. 1777, to amend the California Desert Protection Act of 1994 to expand the boundary of Joshua Tree National Park, to redesignate the Cottonwood Visitor Center at Joshua Tree National Park as the "Dianne Feinstein Visitor Center", S. 1870, to adjust the boundary of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area to include the Rim of the Valley Corridor, S. 2498, to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to extend certain leases within units of the National Park System without opening the lease to bidding, S. 2767 and H.R. 5254, bills 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, S. 2801, to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study to assess the suitability and feasibility of designating the Canterbury Shaker Village National Heritage Area, S. 2887, to amend the National Trails System Act to designate the Route 66 National Historic Trail, S. 2933, to redesignate a playground in the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in the State of West Virginia as the "Hearts of Gold Playground: In Honor of West Virginia Children and Families Impacted by Childhood Cancer", S. 2968, to ensure access to certain public land, S. 3194, to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study to assess the suitability and feasibility of designating certain land in California as the Monterey Bay National Heritage Area, S. 3313 and H.R. 6365, bills to require the Secretary of the Interior to issue a right-of-way for an emergency exit on certain National Park Service land in the State of Virginia, S. 3409, to reaffirm that the Bureau of Reclamation retains exclusive ownership, operational control, and financial responsibility for the Lower Yellowstone Fish Bypass Channel, ensuring long-term conservation of the endangered pallid sturgeon and other native aquatic species in the Yellowstone River while protecting the Lower Yellowstone Irrigation Project and District from undue financial and operational burdens, S. 3635 and H.R. 7250, bills to reauthorize the Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act of 2000, S. 3715 and H.R. 6380, bills to establish the Chiricahua National Park in the State of Arizona as a unit of the National Park System, S. 3720, to amend the National Trails System Act to direct the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study on the feasibility of designating the Bay Area Ridge as a national scenic trail, S. 3732, to amend the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act to authorize assistance under the storage program, S. 3738, to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to reauthorize the large-scale water recycling and reuse program, to establish a Water Conveyance Improvement Program, S. 3785 and H.R. 5729, bills 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, S. 4041, to reauthorize the Cooperative Watershed Management Program, S. 4238, to amend the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act to designate as a component of the National Heritage Area System the Endless Mountains National Heritage Area in the State of Pennsylvania, S. 4399, to provide for certain conveyances under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, S. 4410, to amend the Mineral Leasing Act to provide for the payment of bonus payments of certain coal leases issued under that Act, S. 4538, to amend the National Trails System Act to direct the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study on the feasibility of designating Washington's Trail-1753 as a national historic trail, S. 5039 and H.R. 7831, bills to amend the Mineral Leasing Act to extend the period of time during which the Secretary of the Interior is required to collect a fee for each new application for a permit to drill, H.R. 249, to redesignate certain facilities at Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park in honor of Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr, H.R. 677, to establish a process to expedite the review of appeals of certain decisions by the Department of the Interior, and H.R. 5631, to appoint a Geothermal Ombudsman and establish a Geothermal Permitting Task Force from within the Bureau of Land Management. SD-366 2 p.m. Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee on Employment and Workplace Safety To hold hearings to examine the impact of AI on the workplace. SD-430 2:30 p.m. Committee on Indian Affairs To hold hearings to examine S. 3573, to amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, S. 3617, to approve the settlement of water rights claims of the Yavapai-Apache Nation in the State of Arizona, to authorize construction of a water project relating to those water rights claims, S. 4368, to approve the settlement of the water rights claims of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, S. 4417, to amend the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Mission Indians Water Rights Settlement Act to make technical corrections, and S. 4890, to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to establish subaccounts in the Indian Water Rights Settlement Completion Fund. SD-628 3:30 p.m. Special Committee on Aging To hold hearings to examine the AI deception machine, focusing on deepfakes, chatbots, and the new frontier of senior fraud. SD-562 JULY 30 9 a.m. Committee on the Judiciary Business meeting to consider the nomination of Todd Blanche, of Florida, to be Attorney General. SH-216 9:45 a.m. Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Business meeting to consider S. 5038, to prohibit the transfer of the functions of the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, S. 5046, to prohibit the transfer of certain offices and functions of the Department of Education to other Federal agencies, S. 2511, to establish a postsecondary student data system, S. 3010, to amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to improve provisions relating to dyslexia, S. 3589, to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select the right college and succeed once enrolled, S. 4097, to establish that a State-based education loan program is excluded from certain requirements relating to a preferred lender arrangement, S. 4689, to strengthen literacy outcomes for all students, to amend the comprehensive literacy State development grant program, and to ensure Federal accountability and investment in research, teacher preparation, and evidence-based instruction aligned with the science of reading, S. 3333, to modify the eligibility requirements and account contribution maximum for pension-linked emergency savings accounts, S. 4965, to amend the Railroad Retirement Act of 1974 to establish a Railroad Retirement Board Administrative Account, S. 3097, to provide additional protections with respect to health information, and the nominations of Erica Schwartz, of Florida, to be Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Sean Kaufman, of Georgia, to be Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, Department of Health and Human Services, and Keith Sonderling, of Florida, to be Secretary of Labor. SD-430 10 a.m. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Media To hold hearings to examine intelligent networks, focusing on powering artificial intelligence and transforming communications. SR-253 10:30 a.m. Committee on Foreign Relations To hold hearings to examine pending nominations. SD-419 2 p.m. Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe To receive a briefing on Russia's exploitation and engagement in Africa. CHOB-210 AUGUST 4 10 a.m. Committee on the Budget To hold hearings to examine the reality of Medicaid. SD-608