Rodney Davis

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Chairman, I was going to put this up, but I don't know how to work the tripod very well. But it is a very important issue, and this is a very important chart because many have asked: Why would somebody from Illinois come talk about a bill that has to do with water in California? Look at this chart. 99 percent of the almonds, 99 percent of the dates, and 99 percent of the kiwis that we eat in central Illinois, in my district, come from the Central Valley of California. All of those crops need water to grow. Now, I want to thank my colleague from California (Mr. Valadao) for introducing this bill. This is important to me because I have seen the Central Valley of California. I understand the importance of this industry to my consumers and as the subcommittee chairman on the House Agriculture Committee's Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research. The issues we face here--changing policies in Washington, D.C.-- affect the price of food that my consumers pay back in Illinois and affect the many Californians living in the Central Valley who are dealing with this tremendous issue. I urge a ``yes'' vote on this bill. I want to thank all of my colleagues who are here today and encourage them once more.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I thank my good friend from Washington for leading this special order. Thank you to all of those who are interested in what I think is doing the right thing, reauthorizing and reforming the Ex-Im Bank. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of small businesses, American manufacturing, and good jobs right here at home. The simple reality is that more than 95 percent of the globe's consumers live outside of our borders; therefore, our ability to export American products around the world has a direct impact on many small, medium, and large companies and their ability to create and sustain jobs. Unfortunately, many potential global customers are not able to secure the necessary financing to complete a purchase from an American company because of the instability of their region or another circumstance. In order to connect these American exporters with their buyers around the globe, the Ex-Im Bank can provide vital loans to complete transactions with American companies that otherwise may not have occurred. The economic impacts here at home are significant. Last year, the Ex- Im Bank provided financing for $27.5 billion in U.S. exports. That supports more than 160,000 American jobs; most importantly, 90 percent of all of these public-private transactions were with America's small businesses. Some have called for ending the Ex-Im Bank on the grounds that it competes with the private market. That is simply not the case. While we do need to reform this agency, we still need to make sure that the Ex- Im Bank is allowed to level the playing field and fill the gaps that exist in the private credit market. Additionally, the Ex-Im Bank brings in a surplus of dollars to the U.S. Treasury. Last year alone, it was upwards of $700 million. Over the past two decades, the surplus has been $7 billion. I ask many of my colleagues on both sides of the aisle: What are we going to do to fill that hole? Ex-Im supports good-paying jobs in Illinois, not only at great companies like Caterpillar and John Deere, but also at small- and medium-sized businesses, such as the GSI Group in Assumption, Illinois, my home county's largest employer, and also Litania Sports Group in Champaign. Congress has already let the Ex-Im Bank expire, but we cannot afford to put more jobs at risk. We must reform and reauthorize the Ex-Im Bank now, and I urge a speedy process to do so. I thank my colleague, once again, for his time, his energy, and his focus on this important issue.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Ansar Shriners of Springfield, Illinois on their 100th anniversary. To date, they are the seventeenth largest chapter of over two hundred Shriner chapters worldwide. The Shriners are a fraternity that believes in brotherhood, family, leadership, and giving back. They are dedicated to providing assistance to those in need. Their philanthropic efforts enable the Shriner hospital network, containing nineteen children hospitals and three burn institutes, to provide care at no cost to their patients. The Shriner hospital network has cared for over one million children since its inception, providing expert pediatric specialty care regardless of their ability to pay. The Ansar Shriners of Springfield exemplify the importance and power of community service. I thank them for their continued support of the less fortunate and congratulate them on their 100th anniversary.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Chair, on rollcall No. 411, I was unavoidably detained. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yes.''

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to voice my concerns over the potential deal regarding Iran's nuclear program, and I stand here thanking my colleague from the great State of Florida for putting this Special Order together on such a very important and timely issue. I want to read a quote: They will freeze and then dismantle their nuclear program. Our other allies will be better protected. The entire world will be safer as we slow the spread of nuclear weapons. The United States and international inspectors will carefully monitor them to make sure it keeps its commitments. Sound familiar, Mr. Speaker? That is what President Clinton told the American people about the North Korean nuclear deal in 1994. Today, North Korea has anywhere from 10 to 20 nuclear weapons in their arsenal, and that number is expected to grow to 50 in the next 5 years. Now, we are hearing this same type of posturing from this administration about the Iran negotiations. The United States seems destined to repeat history, unwilling to hold their ground, and granting Iran extension after extension and concession after concession. As a strong supporter of increasing sanctions against Iran, which brought Iran to the negotiating table in the first place, it is common sense that additional sanctions could even put more pressure on them when they are already hurting from the low price of their most prized commodity, oil. Nobody believes Iran when they say their nuclear infrastructure is in place for peaceful purposes. If that were the case, they would have no need to enrich uranium past 3.5 percent. Iran has a record filled with lies, deceit, sponsored terrorism, human rights violations, and the list goes on and on. Just as North Korea couldn't be trusted two decades ago, neither should Iran today. Mr. Speaker, a nuclear Iran is not only a grave danger to American interests, but to Israel--our strongest ally in the Middle East--and our many allies throughout the world. Of course, the world would be a much safer place if Iran were to neutralize their nuclear production facilities, if they would allow inspections at anytime, if they would disclose all military implications of their nuclear program, or if Iran were to demonstrate a better record on human rights. Unfortunately, these are just what-ifs that have failed to happen today and I am afraid will never happen under this proposed deal. Mr. Speaker, this is a bad deal.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent, Maddy Peticolas of Godfrey, Illinois, on achieving the Congressional Award Silver Medal. The Congressional Award recognizes individuals for excellence in four areas: voluntary public service, personal development, physical fitness, and expedition. During her time at Principia High School, Maddy participated in a number of activities that helped to improve her community. Maddy spent over two hundred hours volunteering at a local day camp, staffing events and led hikes for children. She also grew in her faith of Christian Science by reading ``Prose Works'', written by Mary Baker Eddy, a founder of the Church of Christ, Scientist. Additionally, as a ukulele player, Maddy worked to improve her memorization and sight reading skills. She also spent many hours playing for her club soccer team, and began running to increase speed and confidence as a player. She climbed a 14,000 foot mountain and completed a ropes course during her time on a yurt campground where she was also in charge of meals. In all these things, Maddy demonstrated determination in improving both herself and her community. Whether it was through volunteering, personal development, physical fitness, or expedition, Maddy impacted the lives of many and I am proud to represent individuals like her in my district. Congratulations on earning the Congressional Award Silver Medal, Maddy.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Chairman, I want to congratulate the chairman of the subcommittee, who has done a yeoman's job of shepherding this appropriations bill through this House. I would like to thank the ranking member, Ms. McCollum, for her efforts. I sat in that chair last night where you are, Mr. Chairman, and presided over many different amendments. There was much discussion on a wide variety of issues, but it is what we came here to do in this institution--to debate the issues and to work in a process that I call our constitutional appropriations process. If we are to regain the power of the purse here in the House, we ought to be able to work through the appropriations process that so many hard-working colleagues of mine, like Chairman Calvert, have put so much effort into.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Chairman, this is an opportunity for us to begin the process, once again, of prioritizing how Washington spends money, which I remember not too long ago was the way Washington spent money, Mr. Chairman, when Washington was not nearly as broken. We have an opportunity to come here to the floor to debate the issues and to get an up-or-down vote. When our amendments may not pass, that doesn't mean that we shouldn't regain the power that Congress has been given in our Constitution, and that is by supporting great bills like this. I congratulate the chairman. I look forward to supporting his bill. I had a great time in presiding over the debate yesterday, and I look forward to continuing to work with the chairman in the future.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank Father Alan Hunter for his years of service in the St. Mary's parish in my hometown of Taylorville, Illinois. Having served 13 years in Taylorville and 22 years in Christian County, Father Hunter has captured the true essence of what it means to be a disciple of Christ. Alan has not only been a great leader for all of the parishioners at St. Mary's, but he's also been a close personal friend of mine as well. He married my wife, Shannon, and I twenty years ago and has helped educate all three of my children through grade school at St. Mary's. I've been fortunate enough to work with Father Hunter as a volunteer athletic director and serve on his finance advisory committee. He will be greatly missed at St. Mary's, but I know our loss is St. Jerome's gain and I wish him the best in his new parish. I also welcome Father David Lantz as he makes Taylorville his new home. Father Hunter, thank you for the many years of spiritual guidance and leadership you've provided, not just my family and the parishioners at St. Mary's, but to the entire Taylorville community.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of small businesses, American manufacturing and good jobs right here at home. I rise to support reauthorization of the Export-Import Bank. The simple reality is that 95% of the globe's consumers live outside of America's borders. Therefore, our ability to export American products around the world has a direct impact on many small, medium and large companies' ability to create and sustain jobs. Unfortunately, many potential global customers are not able to secure the necessary financing to complete a purchase from an American company because of the instability of their region or other circumstances. In order to connect these American exporters with their buyers around the globe, the Ex-Im Bank can provide vital loans to complete transactions with American companies that otherwise may not have occurred. The economic impacts here at home are significant. Last year, the Ex-Im Bank provided financing for $27.5 billion in U.S. exports, supporting more than 160,000 jobs. Importantly, nearly 90% of Ex-Im transactions involved U.S. small businesses last year, supporting nearly $11 billion in exports. Some have called for ending the Ex-Im Bank on the grounds that it competes with the private market--that's just not the case. The Ex-Im Bank simply levels the playing field and fills the gaps that exist in the private credit market. Additionally, the Ex-Im Bank brings in a surplus of dollars to the U.S. Treasury each year, which isn't something we can say about a whole lot of Federal agencies. Last year, Ex-Im sent nearly $700 million back to the Treasury as a surplus. And over the past two decades, this surplus has been nearly $7 billion. Ex-Im supports good paying jobs in Illinois, and not only at great companies like Caterpillar and John Deere, but also at small and medium sized businesses such as GSI Group in Assumption, IL and Litania Sports Group in Champaign, IL. With the June 30th deadline looming, we simply cannot afford to put these jobs at risk and we must reauthorize the Ex- Im bank. I urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to join me in supporting reauthorization of the job-creating Ex-Im bank.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, on Thursday, June 18, 2015, I was absent from the House for family medical reasons. Due to my absence, I did not record any votes for the day. Had I been pesent, I would have voted ``aye'' on rollcall 373, rollcall 374, and rollcall 375.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, on Monday, June 15, 2015, I was absent from the House due to a flight cancellation and a delay to my secondary flight plans. Due to my absence, I did not record any votes for the day. I would like to reflect how I would have voted had I been present for legislative business. Had I been present, I would have voted ``aye'' on Roll Call 364 and Roll Call 365.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor my constituents, Dr. Sadiq Mohyuddin, Mrs. Talat Gul Mohyuddin, and their son Dr. Yusuf Mohyuddin, who have established an endowment fund at OSF St. Anthony's Health Center in Southwestern Illinois to promote and enhance pulmonary medicine. Forty-four years ago, Dr. Sadiq Mohyuddin began serving on the medical staff at St. Anthony's, consistently demonstrating a dedication to promoting pulmonary disease awareness and prevention. In 2007, Dr. Sadiq Mohyuddin's son, Dr. Yusuf Mohyuddin, joined the St. Anthony's Physician Group, further demonstrating this family's dedication to the well-being of their community. This dedication has been evident for years. In 1989, Dr. Mohyuddin served as chairman for an oriental garden project that was donated to the city of Alton and, to this day, serves as a reminder of the family's commitment to their community I am proud to recognize the Mohyuddin family's most recent endeavor of establishing an endowment fund to promote and enhance pulmonary medicine. The endowment will not just increase awareness and prevention of pulmonary diseases, but will also support technological advances in both Illinois and Missouri. As more than 20 percent of all cancer cases at St. Anthony's are lung and bronchus cases, this new endowment will benefit and make a significant impact on the region's healthcare system. I am proud to honor them for their exemplary efforts to save lives and improve the healthcare services throughout the southwestern Illinois and Missouri.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I understand the importance of trade and the impact trade negotiations can have on our local economies, even back home in Illinois. Currently, 1 in 3 manufacturing jobs depend on exports, and 1 in 3 acres on all American farms are planted for hungry families overseas. As a Congressman, it is my job to make sure trade agreements protect American workers, farmers, manufacturers, innovators, and service providers by opening markets around the world because, when given a fair playing field, I have the utmost confidence that American companies and industries can outcompete foreign competitors. But too many times, past trade agreements have left our industries, especially steel, vulnerable to unfair trading practices like dumping. I will continue to fight for stronger trade enforcement and be committed to protecting American jobs. I want to thank Chairman Ryan and Subcommittee Chairman Tiberi for their leadership on this issue. And I really want to thank my colleague from Illinois, Representative Mike Bost, for his tireless efforts to strengthen our trade remedy laws to protect American workers and more than 2,000 workers at our steel factory in Granite City, Illinois. I urge a ``yes'' vote.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on House Administration be discharged from further consideration of H. Res. 292, and ask for its immediate consideration in the House.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on House Administration be discharged from further consideration of H. Con. Res. 54, and ask for its immediate consideration in the House.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Chairman, I thank Chairman Conaway for his leadership on this issue. I rise today in support of H.R. 2289, the Commodity End-User Relief Act. The use of derivatives is an important tool that farmers, agribusinesses, and manufacturers in my district use to hedge the risks that come with doing their business. Because of the risk of price movements and commodities, such as corn and soybeans, these end users use derivatives to ensure they and their customers aren't negatively impacted by sudden changes in prices. The CFTC has an important role in overseeing these end users, who responsibly use derivatives to hedge. Unfortunately, following the passage of Dodd-Frank in 2010, many of these responsible hedgers, including farmers right in my congressional district in central and southwestern Illinois, have been impacted by these new regulations that often treat them as speculators. Mr. Chairman, farmers aren't speculators. Farmers didn't cause the global financial crisis, and farmers shouldn't be treated like they did. This bill includes language that I authored to address regulations that could directly increase transportation prices for consumers back home. Additionally, the final bill includes an amendment I offered at committee that removes unnecessary and duplicative regulations created by the CFTC that require certain registered investment companies, such as mutual funds, to be regulated by both the SEC and the CFTC. This language, which was adopted unanimously in the committee, removes this duplicative burden in a manner that would not undermine investor protection because these companies would still be regulated by the SEC. This bill is an important and necessary opportunity for Congress to use the reauthorization process as a means to improve the regulatory environment and the impact it has on responsible market participants, as well as exchanges like the CME Group, which is headquartered in my home State of Illinois. Mr. Chairman, I am proud of the committee's work on this bill. I want to express my appreciation for the work of Chairman Conaway and what he has done to get us here, as well as Chairman Austin Scott and Ranking Member David Scott of the Commodity Exchanges, Energy, and Credit Subcommittee. This is an important bill, and I urge my colleagues to vote ``yes.''

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent, Major Stephen J. Bonner of the U.S. Air Force, who has earned the Congressional Gold Medal for his distinguished service as an American fighter pilot with the Flying Tigers squadron in World War II. Growing up in the 1930s and during World War I, Major Bonner had always dreamt of becoming an ace. When he graduated from flight school in 1943, his dream came true when he was assigned to fly with the 76th Fighter Squadron in China, battling Japanese fighter pilots in his P-40 Warhawk. During his time with the Air Force, Major Bonner became a member of the American Fighter Aces, who have been renowned as our country's most distinguished fighter pilots. In both world wars, along with the Korean war and the Vietnam war, these individuals have not only courageously defended our Nation, but have also made outstanding achievements in aerial combat. Major Bonner, now 96, lives with his daughter Jane just outside Carlinville in my district in central Illinois. I am proud to congratulate Major Bonner for his outstanding accomplishments as an American Fighter Ace. The bravery and dedication he displayed as a pilot in World War II make him a very deserving recipient of the Congressional Gold Medal, and I am proud and thankful to have such brave veterans like them in my district. Congratulations, Mr. Bonner.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor my constituent, Staff Sergeant Willie C. Jones of the U.S. Army Reserves, who was awarded the Purple Heart for his sacrifice for our country. After being born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and growing up in Hawaii, Staff Sergeant Jones entered the Army in February 1994. He served in combat arms units on active duty for seven years before transferring to the Army Reserves. His first assignment in the Army Reserves was in the 100th Battalion, 442nd Infantry Regiment, the only infantry unit in the Army Reserves. Staff Sergeant Jones served in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from November 2008 to August 2009. In October 2012, he deployed to FOB Ghazni in Afghanistan as a Combat Sustainment Support Battalion Liaison NCO. While serving at FOB Ghazni, Staff Sergeant Jones sustained significant injuries as a result of explosions due to enemy fire on June 18, 2013. In addition to the Purple Heart, Staff Sergeant Jones has received the Combat Action Badge, 6 Army Commendation Medals, 7 Good Conduct Medals, 2 NATO Medals, 8 Overseas Bars, Iraq and Afghanistan Campaign Medals, the Gold Recruiter Badge with three sapphires, and the Army Recruiting Ring. Staff Sergeant Jones currently resides in Decatur, Illinois, and works as a Movements Supervisor with the 236th Inland Cargo Transfer Company. I'm proud to honor him for receiving the Purple Heart, and am humbled by his bravery, service and sacrifice for our nation.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent, Major Stephen J. Bonner of the U.S. Air Force, who has earned the Congressional Gold Medal for his distinguished service as an American fighter pilot with the Flying Tiger squadron in World War II. Growing up in the 1930's during World War I, Major Bonner had always dreamt of becoming an ace. When he graduated from flight school in 1943, his dream came true when he was assigned to fly with the 76th Fighter Squadron in China, battling Japanese fighter pilots in his P-40 Warhawk. During his time with the Air Force, Major Bonner became a member of the American Fighter Aces, who have been renowned as our country's most distinguished fighter pilots. In both World Wars, along with the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, these individuals have not only courageously defended our nation, but have also made outstanding achievements in aerial combat. Major Bonner, now 96, lives with his daughter, Jane, just outside Carlinville in my district. I'm proud to congratulate Major Stephen Bonner for his outstanding accomplishments as an American Fighter Ace. The bravery and dedication he displayed as a pilot in World War II make him a very deserving recipient of the Congressional Gold Medal award, and I am proud to have such brave veterans like him in my district. Congratulations, Major Bonner.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Sami Anderson of Champaign, Illinois on being selected as a 2015 Elizabeth Dole Foundation Fellow. This program recognizes military and veteran caregivers who go above and beyond to advocate on behalf of our nation's 5.5 million parents, spouses, children and other loved ones caring for our nation's wounded warriors. Sami has exemplified extraordinary commitment to veterans throughout her personal and professional life. In 2005 her husband, U.S. Army Sergeant Garrett Anderson, lost his arm and suffered a traumatic brain injury when an improvised explosive device detonated under his Humvee during a patrol mission in Iraq. Demonstrating great perseverance, together they were able to overcome many challenges on the way to Garrett's successful, recovery. After leaving the Army, Garrett continued to serve his country as a part of my staff where he was responsible for outreach and constituent service to his fellow veterans. During his tenure with my office I also had the privilege of seeing Sami's efforts first hand. As part of her fellowship, she will have the opportunity to talk with leaders in Washington, D.C. to address the challenges faced by our veterans and their caregivers. I have no doubt that she will be an effective advocate. It is my goal to ensure we provide our veterans with the benefits and care that they deserve. I thank Sami and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation for their part in fulfilling that goal.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Chairman, I thank Chairman Shuster and Chairman Gibbs for your leadership on this important issue. I am an original cosponsor of this very important bill. Everyone in this Chamber, Mr. Chairman, supports clean water. That is why I was such a strong advocate for the EPA to designate a portion of the Mahomet Aquifer in central Illinois as a sole source of drinking water, which was finalized just this past year. This proposed rule on the Waters of the U.S., this attempt by the EPA to expand its authority under the Clean Water Act to lands that are traditionally dry is an overreach and must be reined in. I am increasingly concerned of the trust gap between the EPA and the agricultural community. Earlier this year, EPA Administrator McCarthy apologized to ag producers for not bringing them to the table when the Agency put out its interpretive rule on conservation practices, which the EPA and the Corps of Engineers ultimately withdrew. Unfortunately, this is just more evidence of the haste with which the proposed rule was developed, without appropriately seeking and implementing all necessary stakeholder input. H.R. 1732 would require both the EPA and the Corps to withdraw the proposed rule, go back to the drawing board, and write a new rule with all stakeholders together. Frankly, this is what they should have done in the first place.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, on Thursday, April 23, 2015, I was attending an event with Vice President Biden to raise awareness and help prevent campus sexual assault. This event was part of the ``It's On Us'' campaign and was held on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign located in the 13th Congressional District which I am proud to represent. As the father of a daughter who will be a college freshman next year, this issue is very personal to me. I am so proud of the students and faculty at the University of Illinois, as well as other campuses across the country, for stepping up and taking a stand against sexual assault. Due to my participation in this important event with Vice President Biden and my constituents, I was unable to cast votes in the House on April 23, 2015.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Jefferson Middle School Archery Team from Champaign, Illinois for the continued and outstanding success of their program. At the state competition this past March, the Jefferson Archery Team brought home the state championship title in the middle school division for the third straight year. The Jefferson Team had five individual medalists at the state competition as Breanna Velez took 3rd place and Maddy Brown took 4th place in the female division, while Luke Miller took 1st place, Spencer Weis took 2nd place, and Ivan Chu took 4th place in the male division. I would like to congratulate these five outstanding archers on their success and the entire Jefferson Archery Team on their 3rd consecutive state title. I am truly proud to represent this group of exceptional student- athletes, and I wish them the best of luck as they represent the entire state of Illinois in competition for the national title in May: Spencer Weis, Breanna Velez, Chikako Barnes, Maddy Brown, Jacob Rosenbaum, Cayla Risinger, Joel Everett, Lucas Brown, Luke Miller, Clayton Knierim, Isaac Stevens, Olivia Geis, Noga Adar, Ben Hannauer, Nathan Yahnke, Tristan Summers, Trevor Boland, Benjamin Kirkland, Anthony Erlinger, Lauryn Henry, Nicole Olivier, Jacob Rice, Gage Miller, Henry Hornbrook, and Ivan Chu.

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois

Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I send to the desk a concurrent resolution and ask unanimous consent for its immediate consideration in the House.