Brendan Boyle

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to honor the life of Kathleen Pfeiffer, known as Kitty to those of us who knew her and loved her. For 8 years, Kitty served as a staff member in my offices in the Pennsylvania State House and here in Congress. On Monday, she passed away at 83 years old. Kitty was a dedicated public servant, helping more than 10,000 constituents in her time working with my staff and me. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was someone who brought warmth and kindness into every room she entered. While I offer my condolences to her family and friends during this sad time, I am also filled with gratitude. I am grateful to have had the privilege of knowing Kitty and calling her both one of my favorite staff members and more importantly my friend. Kitty will always be loved and missed.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I include in the Record the following Proclamation: Whereas, Thomas Jefferson University was founded in 1824 as the Jefferson Medical College, now Sidney Kimmel Medical College, and served as one of the nation's first medical schools; Whereas, Jefferson Medical College was the first medical college to open a clinic for the poor and accept free patients; Whereas, Jefferson quickly became a pioneer in medical education, and since its founding 200 years ago, has grown into a renowned university, regional health system, and non-profit health insurer; Whereas, for two centuries, Jefferson faculty and graduates have been innovators and leaders in education, research, discovery and clinical care, with achievements ranging from the discovery of the mosquito vector for yellow fever and the invention of the heart-lung machine to the development of nationally recognized textile engineering and fashion design programs; Whereas today, Thomas Jefferson University is a beacon of success for universities across the nation, with a future-focused model for the education of professionals whose careers will extend through the dynamic 21st century; Whereas, Jefferson has become a research powerhouse whose world-class scholars and investigators work across the spectrum from basic discovery to translation and application of new knowledge; and Whereas, Jefferson has both a growing role in helping solve global society's most pressing problems and a steadfast commitment to improving life for its local communities and people; so now, therefore, be it Resolved, That I congratulate Thomas Jefferson University as it embarks on its third century of education, discovery, healthcare, and community engagement.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Robert Sunshine on his retirement after 48 years of stellar service to the Congressional Budget Office, the Congress, and the country. I'd like to take a few minutes to honor this truly exceptional public servant. Bob's tenure at CBO has been extraordinary, not just for its longevity, but for the outstanding work he has produced and the people he has so deeply affected. Throughout his distinguished career, he has served as a mentor to countless members of the CBO staff (and to CBO's directors) who have valued his wisdom, work ethic, and experienced perspective. Bob truly exemplifies the values of dedication and leadership--of upholding CBO's mandate to be objective, impartial, and nonpartisan. Before coming to CBO, Bob was a senior associate at a transportation consulting firm. He joined CBO in 1976 when the agency was in its infancy. His first job was as principal analyst, covering transportation issues in what is now the Natural and Physical Resources Cost Estimates Unit of CBO's Budget Analysis Division. Bob quickly demonstrated his analytical skills and breadth of knowledge and was promoted in 1978 to become Unit Chief. In that role, he led his staff in providing high-quality and timely budgetary projections and analyses of legislative proposals on a wide range of topics, including energy, land and water management, disaster assistance, and banking--to name just a few. In 1995, Bob became the Budget Analysis Division's Deputy Assistant Director, and in 1999 he was named CBO's Assistant Director of Budget Analysis. In that capacity, he oversaw much of the agency's work. He supervised the preparation of cost estimates and intergovernmental mandate statements for legislation being considered by the Congress. He also managed the preparation of the multiyear budget and economic projections that constitute the baseline for the Congressional budget process, the agency's annual analyses of the President's budget proposals, and CBO's ongoing contributions to the Congressional budget scorekeeping system. He also continued in his role as the executive editor of the agency's long-running Monthly Budget Review. In 2003, Bob received the James L. Blum Award for exceptional and distinguished accomplishment and leadership in public budgeting from the American Association for Budget and Program Analysis. Bob served as Acting Director of CBO from November 25, 2008, to January 22, 2009, before becoming Senior Adviser to the Director and unofficial quality control officer for CBO's written products. Douglas Holtz-Eakin, CBO's Director from 2003 to 2005, described Bob as ``the living heart of CBO. He has molded the agency, sustained its focus on its mission, and passed his wisdom along to generations of analysts--and Directors! It is hard to imagine CBO without him.'' Peter Orszag, CBO's Director from 2007 to 2008 said, ``It is no exaggeration to say that CBO is what it is today--rigorous, independent, and widely respected--in no small part because of Bob Sunshine. For nearly half a century, he has worked in service of facts, good analysis, and sound policymaking. Bob's counsel made me a better CBO Director, just as he has made better everyone who has been lucky enough to work alongside him. Most importantly, Bob has done all of this and more without losing his sense of humor and his humanity.'' Bob is highly regarded by Members of Congress, regardless of party affiliation, on both sides of the Capitol for his deep knowledge of the budget process and commitment to CBO's role in that process. Paul Ryan, former Speaker of the House and Chairman of the House Committee on the Budget said, ``Bob Sunshine has made critical contributions over CBO's entire history to ensure it developed and provided non-partisan and objective data and analyses to the Congress. Few can match the unwavering, sustained, and lengthy commitment Bob made to CBO.'' Bill Hoagland, a former staff director of the Senate Budget Committee, described Bob as ``Solid, steadfast, loyal, with unbending integrity. The rock for almost the entire span of CBO's existence, Bob provided the `sunshine' to what otherwise can be a depressing subject-- the federal budget.'' Bob also is a lay leader of Congregation Har Shalom in Potomac, Maryland, and a devoted husband of 57 years to his wife Laurie, proud father of two sons, Ari (married to Jennifer) and Josh (married to Dara), and delighted grandfather to four grandchildren. His professional accomplishments set him apart, but it is his personal ethic--his optimism and thoughtful consideration for his friends and colleagues--that truly defines him. I wish him well as he moves on after decades of outstanding service to the Congress. I am grateful for that service, and I wish him the best in the years to come.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, on September 9, 2024, I was unable to vote during roll call vote No. 401 and No. 402 on the floor of the House of Representatives. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on roll call vote No. 401 and No. 402.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I would like to thank my fellow Pennsylvanian, Mr. Kelly, for yielding me time, and I thank Chairman Neal and the staff and everyone who put this together. I offer my personal condolences to all of the Pascrell staff. This has truly been a wonderful evening, and for anyone who may be at home watching on C-SPAN, I hope it gives you actually a taste of a part of the House of Representatives culture that you may not see, and you certainly don't see on cable TV news. There is a lot more heart and soul to this place than sometimes meets the eye. Billy was about a 70-mile drive up the New Jersey Turnpike from where I live in Philadelphia, but in so many ways we were from the same neighborhood. While Bill was one of a kind, there are many people similar to Billy in my community, that is for sure. We spoke the same language. I think tonight, if you didn't know Mr. Pascrell, if you didn't know Billy, you are getting a flavor for who he was, and truly, he was a character. But don't let that obscure this fact: He was a character with character. He had a lot of heart, a lot of tenacity. He knew who he was. He knew who he was fighting for. He was truly a special person. It might sound odd to say about an 87-year-old, but I am still in shock that he is actually gone. I have been here 10 years. I often sat next to or near Billy. This place is not the same now that he is gone. Somewhere up in the sky he is getting ready to celebrate another 90th birthday party, except instead of with John Larson and the rest of us, it is with Saint Peter. I just know that this place is better for the fact that Billy Pascrell served.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise to commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the First Continental Congress and Young People's Continental Congress. The United States Congress traces its roots to the First Continental Congress, which convened in Carpenters' Hall in 1774 and was one of the most significant events in the founding of our Nation. Colonial delegates solidified a united American identity by adopting the Declaration of Colonial Rights, which outlined their grievances with Great Britain, and the Articles of Association, which created the colonial coalition that later signed the Declaration of Independence and fought the American Revolution. After the Revolution, the Continental Congress evolved into the Congress of the Federation and ultimately the U.S. Congress as established by the Constitution in 1787. To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the First Continental Congress, in July 2024 the Carpenters' Company of Philadelphia, the nonprofit organization founded in 1724 that owns and operates Carpenters' Hall, will convene the Young People's Continental Congress (YPCC). From July 15-19, a diverse group of high school students and their teachers from the 13 original colonies will gather in Philadelphia to explore our Nation's founding. A second convening in July 2025 will engage students and teachers from all 56 states and jurisdictions. YPCC is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to engage young people in history and civics as well as launch Philadelphia's celebration of the Semiquincentennial of American independence in 2026. YPCC has been named a National Partner Program of America250 and has been endorsed by America250PA and Philadelphia250. YPCC delegates will discuss America's founding principles and how those principles have been expressed over our history. They will also experience Philadelphia's world-class historic attractions to enhance their understanding of the democratic process and how our country began. The program will provide young people across the country with the opportunity to share their voices and perspectives. YPCC will harness the power of convening for a new generation of civic leaders, who often are more connected with their peers via technology and social media than they are in physical time and space. As generations of leaders have learned, there is nothing like being ``in the room where it happened.''

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Celeste Cline, who recently retired after 52 years of teaching. Ms. Celeste taught at my alma mater, St. Helena-Incarnation Catholic School in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia. She has impacted thousands of families and mentored dozens of new teachers throughout her many years in the classroom. In recent years, she began teaching children of some of her former students. Over the course of five decades, she has taught every grade, from kindergarten through eighth grade. As the husband of an elementary school teacher myself, I know that is no small feat. Ms. Cline is an exceptional teacher and a shining example of the importance of teachers to our Nation. Her legacy will live on at St. Helena-Incarnation Catholic School. I congratulate Ms. Cline and her wonderful family. I wish them all the best in this next chapter of their lives.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I was unable to vote during rollcall votes No. 235 and No. 236 on the floor of the House of Representatives. Had I been present, I would have voted NO on rollcall votes No. 235 and No. 236.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, my bill, H.R. 6073, honors the life of Sergeant Christopher Fitzgerald, a constituent who was tragically killed in the line of duty on February 19, 2023. My bill designates the postal facility at 9925 Bustleton Avenue in Philadelphia as the Sergeant Christopher David Fitzgerald Post Office Building. Sergeant Fitzgerald began his service at Temple University as a police officer in October 2021. Before that, he served with the Philadelphia County Sheriff's Office for 2\1/2\ years. He had also served with the Sugar Land Police Department in Texas and as a Lehigh County corrections officer. Sergeant Fitzgerald dedicated his life to working in law enforcement and protecting the people of Philadelphia. He was a valued member of the Temple University community and was passionate about serving our city. He was also a dedicated father, husband, son, brother, and devout Philadelphia sports fan. He is survived by his wife, Marissa; their four children: Giselle, Julian, Armani, and Autumn; as well as his mother, father, sister, and brother. Sergeant Fitzgerald's commitment to serving the public was absolute, and he took great pride in his work protecting the Temple University community and the city of Philadelphia. His conduct and his life, frankly, provide an extraordinary example of a life served in commitment to service to others. The post office will serve as a small but important symbol of our eternal thanks. When people walk by the post office on Bustleton Avenue, they will be reminded of the ultimate sacrifice Sergeant Fitzgerald gave to our city. While nothing can ever undo this horrible tragedy, I hope with these small but meaningful acts, we are able to honor one of the most selfless members of our community who gave his life to protect our city and honor the family he left behind. I strongly urge all of my colleagues to support this bill to honor a fallen hero.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, on May 15, 2024, I missed Roll Call votes No. 198, No. 199, No. 200, No. 201, No. 202, No. 203, No. 204, No. 205, No. 206, No. 207, No. 208, No. 209, No. 210, No. 211, and No. 212 on the floor of the House of Representatives. I was temporarily ill and unable to vote. Had I been present, I would have voted YES on Roll Call votes No. 200, No. 203, No. 204, No. 205, No. 206, No. 207, No. 208, No. 209, No. 210, No. 211, and No. 212. I would have voted NO on Roll Call votes No. 198, No. 199, No. 201, and No. 202.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I am prepared to close, and I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I include in the Record a letter from the Congressional Budget Office on how this bill would clarify and strengthen the agency's general authority for accessing data from executive branch agencies, as well as a letter from the Bipartisan Policy Center in support of this bill. Congressional Budget Office, Washington, DC, April 12, 2024. Hon. Jodey Arrington, Chairman, Committee on the Budget, House of Representatives, Washington, DC. Hon. Brendan F. Boyle, Ranking Member, Committee on the Budget, House of Representatives, Washington, DC. Re H.R. 7032, Congressional Budget Office Data Sharing Act Dear Chairman Arrington and Ranking Member Boyle: You have asked how enacting H.R. 7032, the Congressional Budget Office Data Sharing Act, would improve CBO's access to data. The bill would amend the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 to clarify and strengthen the agency's general authority for accessing data from executive branch agencies. The Congressional Budget Act provides CBO general authority to access data from a variety of sources. CBO works collaboratively with the executive branch to obtain data through formal and informal means. CBO also accesses data by using specific authority and by collaborating with other agencies. CBO currently has more than 20 active data-use agreements with federal agencies. However, the shifting legal and regulatory frameworks at federal agencies can delay, weaken, or block access to information. The time necessary to negotiate and renew agreements can be unpredictable and is widely variable, taking from a couple of weeks to more than a year. H.R. 7032 would amend section 201(d) of the Congressional Budget Act, which governs CBO's access to executive branch data, by striking a parenthetical statement in that section, ``(other than material the disclosure of which would be a violation of law).'' That condition is unnecessary when another statute more specifically governs CBO's access to certain data. It also can hamper access to data by requiring CBO to enter into additional discussions with agencies, thus impairing the timeliness of CBO's work. Enacting the bill would remove the caveat and, instead, provide CBO access to executive branch data unless that access is specifically disallowed by a future law. H.R. 7032 also includes a reference to section 203(e) of the Congressional Budget Act to highlight CBO's obligation to protect the restricted information it receives. Better and more timely access to data enhances the precision of CBO's work, and it gives the Congress better-- and more timely--information to make informed decisions about policy. Such access also helps to ensure equal footing with the executive branch. I hope this information is useful to you. Please contact me if you have further questions. Sincerely, Phillip L. Swagel, Director.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to rise today as the author of H.R. 7032, the Congressional Budget Office Data Sharing Act. Mr. Speaker, 50 years ago, almost to the day, Congress passed the Congressional Budget Act of 1974, which created the modern Congressional budget process as well as the Senate and House Budget Committees, and finally, the Congressional Budget Office. With 270 dedicated, nonpartisan staff led by Director Dr. Phillip Swagel, CBO is critical to our work on behalf of the American people. CBO issues hundreds of cost estimates on proposed legislation annually, provides technical assistance in crafting legislation, and keeps the public informed about the costs and impacts of legislation, as well as the overall fiscal health of our Nation. The Budget Committee has direct oversight of CBO, and as the ranking member, helping CBO to do a better job of serving our institution is one of my top priorities. Just a few months ago, the CBO director testified before our committee on the issues that CBO faces when requesting data from executive branch agencies. In many cases, even when agencies want to cooperate with the CBO, they sometimes have concerns about their legal authority to provide data that creates delays. In just one example that Dr. Swagel gave, CBO faced delays receiving data from FEMA regarding important analysis on flood insurance because FEMA was unsure of their legal authority to provide the data that was requested. In cases like this, CBO is often forced to rely on less detailed, publicly available information in order to complete their reports on time. My bill remedies this by clarifying CBO's authority to request data from executive agencies and grant CBO better and timely information so CBO can provide this analysis to Congress. It accomplishes that while maintaining that CBO protects data to the same standards as the Federal agency providing it. The security of sensitive data is important to agencies, CBO, and Congress, and this legislation ensures that CBO will continue to follow the procedures of the providing agency when it comes to protecting that data. Mr. Speaker, as you heard just a few moments ago, this bill is a commonsense solution to an issue that has plagued CBO both through Republican and Democratic administrations, and I am proud that it had unanimous bipartisan support in the Budget Committee. I thank the lead cosponsor of this legislation, Chairman Jodey Arrington, who has been a crucial partner in advancing this bill. I thank my friend as well from the South Bend, Indiana, area who has spoken so positively about this bipartisan legislation. Mr. Speaker, 50 years ago after the enactment of the Budget Act, Congress clearly still has work to do when it comes to improving our budget and appropriations process and ensuring we deliver for the American people on time. This bill is the first step to improving our budget process. Mr. Speaker, I urge all my colleagues to support this bill, and I reserve the balance of my time.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, this is a commonsense bipartisan bill that gives CBO the tools it needs to do its job to serve this institution better. This is really about strengthening the institution of Congress, in addition to ensuring CBO is better able to deliver a product. Helping CBO provide more timely and accurate information to Congress will help us as a body make better and more informed decisions on behalf of the people who sent us here. I urge all of my colleagues to support the CBO Data Sharing Act, and I once again thank Director Swagel and all the dedicated staff at CBO for their hard work. I, again, thank Chairman Arrington for his friendship and his support, as well as all of my colleagues on the Budget Committee, including the gentleman from Indiana, who unanimously supported this legislation. As always, a heartfelt thank you to the staff in my office, as well as both the Democratic and Republican staffs of the Budget Committee for their hard work to make this legislation possible. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today commemorate the passing of Sonia Iris Coilazo, a beloved matriarch, community advocate, and proud daughter of Puerto Rico. Sonia I. Collazo was born on February 23, 1948 in Orocovis, Puerto Rico to Alfredo Gonzalez and Adela Melendez de Gonzalez. She passed away in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 26, 2024. Sonia's journey is one of strength and perseverance. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, she learned the value of community and the power of education from an early age. After receiving her formal education in Orocovis, she attended the Universidad Interamericana de PueIto Rico-- Bananquitas before moving to Philadelphia. Upon arriving in Philadelphia, she continued her education at Temple University and worked as a kindergarten teacher at Potter-Thomas School. She also quickly became involved in her community, becoming one of the first employees at Asociacion Puertorriquenos en Marcha (APM), a Latino-based health, human services, community, and economic development non-profit organization serving the Philadelphia area. Sonia went on to have a long and respected career in the City of Philadelphia's Department of Human Relations, retiring after more than 26 years of service. She was a proud member of AFSCME District Council 47. Her warmth and generosity have touched countless lives, bringing hope and encouragement to those in need. Whether through volunteering, advocacy work, or simply lending a listening ear, Sonia's impact was felt far and wide. Sonia's advocacy extended beyond her immediate circle, as she was one of the lead organizers of the `Walk for Peace,' an initiative that began in 1996 to address violence among young people. In retirement, Sonia volunteered much of her time at Congreso de Latinos Unidos retirees' program. Mr. Speaker, in recognition of her tireless efforts and unwavering commitment to serving others, we honor Sonia as a loving mother, community organizer, and champion of Puerto Rico. Her legacy inspires us all to strive for a more just, compassionate, and inclusive society.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, when most people imagine American democracy, they picture the House, Senate, or the President and the work that we do as lawmakers to enact critical legislation to carry out the Nation's business. Or maybe they imagine themselves and their friends and neighbors in the voting booth, casting ballots that will determine the make-up of government at the state, local, and federal levels. To me, however, American democracy also takes another form: the ongoing dialogue between citizens and public servants like us they elect to represent them. In these conversations we learn our constituents' hopes and dreams for the future, learn to make their priorities our priorities, and live up to our founders' ideal that the people should be allowed--and encouraged--to petition their government. That is true civic engagement; and that idea is at the heart of BoricuActivatEd, a stellar, Philadelphia-based volunteer-run organization that is now celebrating its 6th year. The organization was created during the tragedies of Hurricanes Maria and Irma which struck Puerto Rico in 2017, killing an estimated 3,000 people and leading to the longest power blackout in U.S. history. The group was created to mobilize people across the country to advocate for needed disaster aid and was immediately successful in marshaling the combined voice of the Puerto Rican Diaspora. They made their power felt and demonstrated that civic engagement works. Through their civic engagement workshops, BoricuActivatEd has provided over 4,000 individuals with the tools they need to make their voices heard. Thanks to BoricuActivatEd's tireless efforts, countless more high school students, former juvenile offenders, and community members from across the country will have the opportunity and ability to advocate for the issues important to them. And their elected officials are listening. Indeed, I can personally attest, having participated in their workshops, how effective and valuable these sessions can be. As it enters its seventh year, BoricuActivatEd continues to grow its programs, developing new curricula for high school students--including the Esperanza Academy in my district--and expanding their programs into new cities, to empower the next generation of Americans. By training people of all ages and securing the participation of elected officials at all levels of government, BoricuActivatEd embodies civic engagement and community empowerment at its finest. I am proud to congratulate BoricuActivatEd on their 6th anniversary and wish them every success as they embark on new accomplishments in the years ahead.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, today, I missed rollcall vote No. 526 and No. 527 on the floor of the House of Representatives. I was in Philadelphia to be with my wife for a surgical procedure. Had I been present, I would have voted ``Present'' on rollcall No. 526 and ``Hakeem Jeffries'' on rollcall No. 527.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, the previous speaker just said that no Republican Member wants a shutdown. I have the quotes right here, which I will submit for the Record when I am done. One House Republican said: ``. . . let's shut it down.'' Another Republican colleague said: ``We should not fear a government shutdown . . . Most of the American people won't even miss it. . . .'' The leader of the Republican Party, the former President, said: ``Unless you get everything, shut it down.'' Make no mistake about it, we are here because certain Members on the other side of the aisle want a shutdown. They even said they want a shutdown. Why should we be surprised about that? Ever since I was in high school 30 years ago, we have had five government shutdowns; all five took place under House Republican leadership. When Democrats were in charge of the House, zero government shutdowns during that same time period. Now, in terms of the one Republican Member who said that the American people won't miss it if there is a government shutdown, actually here is what would happen. More than 7 million Americans would lose access to their benefits: women, infants, and children; 2\1/2\ million Active-Duty and Reserve personnel serving in our Nation's Armed Forces would go without the pay they deserve; 2.3 million Federal workers could be furloughed or forced to work without pay; millions of Americans who are going to our airports and going through TSA lines suddenly finding themselves with unending delay--by the way, 1.6 million Americans who fly through our airports every single day will be impacted; 660,000 college students who rely on Federal work study. I was one of those students at one point who relied on that program, so make no mistake about it, there are real consequences to shutdowns. My colleague from Massachusetts cited the data before. It cost us $11 billion the last shutdown. This one would do the same.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, a wise coach once said: You are your record. Well, let's look at the record. Over the last 30 years, five government shutdowns, all five took place under House Republican leadership. When Democrats were in charge of the House, those 30 years, zero government shutdowns. Heck, some on the other side like shutdowns so much, the last one was under a Republican House, a Republican Senate, and a Republican President. Now, some on the other side have said publicly that there would be essentially no consequences to a government shutdown. One Member even said people won't even miss it. Here is what happened during the last Republican shutdown: $11 billion lost to this economy, billions of taxpayer money wasted, 140,000 fewer jobs as a result of that shutdown. You look at those that took place even before 2018, and you see similar results. This is all, by the way, from the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office. There are real costs to a government shutdown. Here we are just 4 days, 4 hours, and some minutes away from the shutdown. It pains me to say this, but we see the Senate doing its job. They actually just voted on a bipartisan basis, by a 4-1 margin, to make sure we don't have a government shutdown. What is the leadership doing here in the House? Debating bills that, frankly, will have no impact whatsoever on whether or not we shut down at midnight Saturday. Let's stand up to this extreme MAGA shutdown. Let's say ``no'' to the shutdown. Let's pass the bipartisan continuing resolution tonight and make sure we don't disrupt the lives of the American people.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor Everett Beauregard, who 1 year ago tomorrow was senselessly taken from us in an act of gun violence in Philadelphia. I thank Everett's family and friends for joining us in the House gallery this morning and also thank them for the opportunity to stand with them last year to commemorate Everett's beautiful life. I am here today because, like so many others, Everett impacted my life and the lives of my staff for the better. In 2018, Everett worked for me, helping my team in enthusiastically engaging with Philadelphia residents about the issues that were most important to them. His commitment to serving the public was evident from the outset. It was and is something for which I will always be grateful. As we mark this tragic anniversary, I reiterate the Beauregard family's ask that anyone with information regarding this senseless act of violence please come forward. Your help can bring the person responsible for this heinous act to justice. Every piece of information, no matter how small, can help bring a sense of closure to Everett's family and many friends. You have the power to come forward and help. I implore you to do so. Thank you, God, for this wonderful human being you gave us.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I thank my good friend from that other Commonwealth, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, for yielding. We are 9 days away--9 days and maybe call it 14 hours--from a government shutdown. It is completely unnecessary. In this Chamber just 3 months ago, we had a vote. We voted to raise the debt ceiling, and we also voted to set the parameters and the figures for what next year's budget would be. That vote was overwhelmingly bipartisan. Eighty percent of House Democrats and almost two-thirds of House Republicans voted for it. There was a similarly large bipartisan vote in the Senate, and it was then signed into law by the President. I thought at that point: Well, this is good news. Not only are we ensuring we didn't go over the cliff in terms of the debt ceiling, but it looks like we won't have another Republican-forced government shutdown. Yet, here we are. Why? Because the Speaker of the House reneged on that deal even though two-thirds of their side of the aisle joined 80 percent of us in voting for it. Honor the agreement that we had and that you voted for. This is completely unnecessary. Yesterday in the Budget Committee, we marked up a completely partisan, one-sided budget resolution in an all- day markup--$16 trillion worth of cuts, completely unrealistic. The Congressional Budget Office itself labeled it a cuts-only approach. During that hearing, I pointed out that in previous government shutdowns, the Republican government shutdown in 2013 cost the economy upward of $6 billion. There were more than 120,000 fewer jobs as a result of that government shutdown. A subsequent Republican-forced government shutdown also cost the economy billions of dollars and also cost us jobs. While it might be a game for some in Washington, D.C.--there are quotes from a number of Members on the other side of the aisle, by the way, saying they want a government shutdown. Don't take my word for it, just read the quotes of some of the Republican Members of the House cheering a government shutdown, saying that there will be no problem at all. If only that were so. It costs us billions of dollars. Nothing good comes out of it. Actually, I take that back. There is one thing that is good that comes out of it. Each and every time over the last 30 years that Republicans have forced a government shutdown, in the subsequent election, they are punished by the voters. That was the case back in 1995. It was the beginning of Bill Clinton's comeback. He was losing at the polls at that moment to Bob Dole. Then the government shut down, the Gingrich-Dole shutdown, and Bill Clinton came back and went on to win reelection by over 8 points. Similarly, in 2011, Barack Obama, at that moment, the polls showed him losing to Mitt Romney. Republican extremism forced the shutdown. Their extremism in playing around with the debt ceiling led to the first-ever downgrade in American history. Barack Obama ends up coming back and beats Mitt Romney a year later by 4 points. So maybe there is one good thing that comes out of Republican extremism. If there is anything clear over the last 9 months, it is that this side doesn't have a clue about governing. I keep hearing about the small majority. We know what it is like to have a small majority. We had the exact same five-seat majority last term. What did we do with it? We passed the most ambitious domestic policy legislation since 1965. What has this side done? It takes them 15 votes just to elect their own guy Speaker. Now, they keep haranguing the poor guy, keep threatening him with the job day after day. Now, he is reneging on his own agreement that he brought here and voted for and that we passed in June. By the way, we all know the way this is going to end, whether it is before a shutdown or afterward. The only thing that can pass the Senate, pass the House, and be signed into law by the President looks a lot like that legislation that passed here in June. I hope that it doesn't take a government shutdown for the other side to finally get with it and learn these lessons. The reality is ordinary Americans will suffer as a result of a government shutdown. It is completely unnecessary, and if it happens, it is solely the blame of the House Republican leadership.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I include in the Record a segment of the White House's Statement of Administration Policy in regard to Section 813 of the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act: Maintaining Safe and Secure Airspace During Major Sports Events. While the Administration supports the goal of providing accessibility to and public use of the national airspace, it is concerned that provisions proposed in the bill could introduce unnecessary risks to those attending major sporting events if the effectiveness of safety and security buffers currently provided by temporary flight restrictions were to be decreased. To the extent that the proposed provisions are intended to accommodate airshows, the Administration urges the Congress to consider alternative methods to deconflict airshows and major sports events rather than potentially put aviation operations in close proximity to events attended by millions of Americans each year.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, my friends on the other side of the aisle will claim they are being ``fiscally responsible.'' Let's be clear. There never has been and never will be anything fiscally responsible about refusing to pay America's bills. Killing millions of jobs is also not fiscally responsible. Neither is knowingly unleashing a recession. That is why even former President Trump said: ``I can't imagine anybody ever even thinking of using the debt ceiling as a negotiating [tool].'' Now, I had hoped that when the Speaker referred to the budget process and debt ceiling as ``apples and oranges,'' it meant my friends on the other side finally understood the real-world ramifications of their reckless brinkmanship, yet here we are. Republicans' DOA act, the default on America act, will cut investments, crush job creation, and crash the economy. Their default on America act must be DOA. There is no way Congress will agree to 10 years of destructive caps and the biggest single cut to nondefense programs in American history. For what? In exchange for a few months of respite before we would have to go through this debt ceiling roller coaster all over again. Mr. Speaker, when the American people hear what I just said, the biggest single cut to nondefense programs in the history of the American Government, they might be wondering what exactly that means. Well, here are some specifics: First, in total, we are talking about an immediate cut of at least $142 billion. That would mean, for example, public safety. After recent near- misses, under this bill, 125 air traffic control towers would be shut down, impacting one-third of all airports. Following the disastrous derailments in eastern Ohio and West Virginia, rail safety jobs would be dramatically reduced, with 11,000 fewer safety inspection days and 30,000 fewer miles of track inspected annually. Our communities would be less safe with the cut of Federal support to 60 local law enforcement agencies, 300 to 400 fewer local law enforcement positions, as well as approximately 11,000 fewer FBI personnel. On health, amid a mental health and overdose crisis, nearly 1 million people facing a suicidal or mental health crisis would be unable to access support services through the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline, and tens of thousands of individuals could be denied admission to opioid use disorder treatment. In terms of families and nutrition, with the looming rise of food insecurity, nutrition services such as Meals on Wheels would be cut for more than 1 million seniors. How can we allow this to happen? We simply cannot and must not. Now, many of us on this side of the aisle who will be speaking will detail even more of the cuts that are included in this DOA, default on America act, but for now, Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from California (Mr. Panetta), a distinguished member of the Budget Committee.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gentlewoman from California (Ms. Pelosi), Speaker Emerita of the House.

Mr. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I remind my fellow Pennsylvanian, as well as all the Members of this House, that according to Moody's Analytics, the legislation that is in front of us ``would meaningfully increase the likelihood of recession.'' And lead to 800,000 job losses by the end of 2024. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. Scott), the ranking member of the Education and the Workforce Committee.