Bill Flores

Mr. FLORES

Mr. FLORES. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Wayne Purselley of Waco, Texas, who passed away on 29 February 2020. Wayne was born on 27 June 1932 in Loving, Texas, to Herman and Ida Purselley. He attended Texas A&M University and, upon graduation, was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force, ultimately serving for 22 years. He flew 6,000 hours as navigator and served as a missile launch officer before retiring as a lieutenant colonel. Following his retirement from the Air Force, Wayne became a teacher and planetarium director for Richfield High School in Waco, where he wrote and taught the ``Christ Revealed in the Stars'' lecture series for many years. Wayne was a dedicated member of Highland Baptist Church for 45 years, where he served in both leadership and teaching roles. In addition to his many roles within the church community, Wayne served as the president of the local Military Officers Association of America chapter, as well as the chairman of the McLennan County Republican Club. Wayne served our community and country for many years, and his legacy will be forever woven into our American history. Wayne was a committed and faithful husband to his wife, Barbara; a loving father; a committed teacher; a mentor; a community servant; and a friend to many. My wife, Gina, and I offer our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Purselley family. I have requested the United States flag be flown over our Nation's Capitol to honor the life, legacy, and service of Wayne Purselley. As I close today, I urge all Americans to continue praying for our country, for our veterans, for our military men and women who protect us, and for our first responders who keep us safe at home. Honoring the Life of Colonel Glenn Starnes

Mr. FLORES. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Colonel Glenn Starnes, who passed away on 30 March 2020. Glenn was born 27 January 1959 as the second son of Charles and LaVerne Starnes. He graduated from Texas A&M University in 1981 and was commissioned as an officer in the United States Marine Corps. Colonel Starnes led a life of service to both his country as a dedicated marine and to the Texas A&M community as a member of the Office of the Commandant's staff. Glenn served in the Marines for 30 years and commanded at every level, from field artillery battery to field artillery regiment. While serving his country, he was stationed in seven States and two countries. He fought in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom through two tours of duty in 2003 and 2005. Glenn also served on joint duty with the U.S. Central Command and later served as an exchange officer with the United Kingdom's Joint Headquarters. Colonel Starnes was awarded the Legion of Merit with two Gold Stars, the Bronze Star with Combat ``V'' Device, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal with Gold Star, and the title of Officer of the Order of the British Empire from the Queen of England. After 30 years of service Glenn retired from the Marine Corps in 2011. In 2012, Colonel Starnes joined the Texas A&M University community as assistant commandant for operations and training for A&M's internationally recognized Corps of Cadets. In his 8 years on this job, Glenn was a tireless worker who loved the Corps and the opportunity to serve as mentor for many of its members. He was highly respected by his colleagues, and many Aggies feel fortunate enough to call him friend. Colonel Starnes' 30 years of dedicated service embody the core values of Texas Aggies: respect, excellence, leadership, loyalty, integrity, and selfless service. His loss will be deeply felt by the Texas A&M community and the Corps of Cadets. Madam Speaker, Colonel Starnes served his country proudly for many years, and his legacy will be forever woven into our American history. He was not only a dedicated public servant, he was a loving son, a husband, a father, an effective mentor, and a loyal friend to hundreds. My wife, Gina, and I offer our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Starnes family. I have requested the United States flag be flown over our Nation's Capitol to honor the life, legacy, and service of Colonel Glenn Starnes. As I close today I urge all Americans to continue praying for our country, for our veterans, for our military men and women who keep us safe, and for our first responders who keep us safe at home. Honoring the Life of Lieutenant Commander Dennis Lee Hassman

Mr. FLORES. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Lieutenant Commander Dennis Lee Hassman of College Station, who passed away on 12 April 2020. Lieutenant Commander Hassman graduated from Texas A&M University in 1988 and subsequently enlisted in the United States Navy. During his 20 years in the Navy, he served as a remote control mission commander and E-2C airborne mission commander. Dennis also served as a naval flight officer and antiterrorism/force protection officer. In 2005, Lieutenant Commander Hassman received an MBA from the Naval Postgraduate School. In 2008, Dennis retired from the Navy and returned to Texas A&M University to serve as a member of the Office of the Commandant's staff and as a cadet training officer for A&M's internationally recognized Corps of Cadets. During this time, he worked closely with cadets, providing guidance and direction to cadets at the unit, major unit, and Corps levels. Madam Speaker, Dennis served his country proudly for many years, and his legacy will be forever woven into our American history. The passing of Lieutenant Commander Hassman will be deeply felt by all of those in the Texas A&M community and by his family and his friends. My wife, Gina, and I offer our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Hassman family. I have requested the United States flag be flown over our Nation's Capitol to honor the life, legacy, and service of Lieutenant Commander Dennis Hassman. As I close today, I ask all Americans to continue praying for our country during these difficult times, for our veterans, for our military men and women who protect us, and for our first responders who keep us safe at home. Honoring the Life of Edwin H. Cooper

Mr. FLORES

Mr. FLORES. Madam Speaker, had I been present on May 27, 2020, I would have voted Yea on S. 3744, the Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act of 2020. Communist China's oppression of millions of its minority Uyghurs population is a gross violation of human rights. In passing this bill, Congress is showing that the United States will not turn a blind eye to the suffering of those oppressed by the Communist Chinese regime.

Mr. FLORES

Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, a few days ago, White House and congressional Republicans presented a bold, bipartisan plan of action to help hardworking Americans deal with our current challenges. This plan puts much-needed resources where they are most needed: our families, our healthcare system, our small businesses, our other businesses affected by this crisis, and our State and local governments. One of the things that we found out during this crisis is that our healthcare system supply chain relies far too much on foreign sources like Communist China. We can never allow this to happen again. In order to fix that problem, I am pleased the Senate and House negotiators included my request to help fund $3.5 billion to utilize three existing centers in innovation for advanced development manufacturing. One of these CIADMs is part of the Texas A&M University System, which I represent. These public-private CIADM partnerships are uniquely positioned to accelerate research, development, and manufacture of vaccines and therapeutics to mitigate pandemics, and they do it right here in America.

Mr. FLORES

Mr. FLORES. Madam Speaker, I thank Mr. Walden for yielding. Madam Speaker, I rise in strong opposition to H.R. 2339, a bill that bans all flavors of all tobacco products while imposing a new excise tax on vaping products. Let me start by saying this: I don't smoke. I don't chew. I don't vape. And I don't dip. But I do represent adult constituents who do. Bills like this make it clear that House Democrats are more interested in placing partisan politics over real solutions. Since 2011, the share of high school students who say they have smoked cigarettes recently has fallen from 16 percent to 6 percent. More than 2.5 million U.S. adult smokers have quit smoking by switching to e-cigarettes, and many rely on flavored e-liquids. If flavored e-cigarettes are outright banned and e-cigarettes have increased taxes, as this bill does, many of these ex-smokers will return to traditional cigarettes while others will be forced into the dangerous e-cigarette black market that this legislation creates. Let's be clear: Science proves that e-cigarettes are safer than traditional smoking. Both Congress and President Trump have taken important steps to address the youth vaping epidemic. Unfortunately, today's legislation has nothing to do with the youth vaping epidemic and would instead eliminate consumer choice for millions of law-abiding adults.

Mr. FLORES

Mr. FLORES. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Stephen A. Holditch of College Station, Texas, who passed away unexpectedly on August 9, 2019. Before I continue our discussion about Steve, I want to give some context about the importance of his professional career. Let me state, first, that Steve considered his roles as a husband, a father, and a grandfather to be his most important. Because of the exceptional way that he lived those roles, his legacy is readily apparent in the lives of those he left behind--his wife, Ann; his daughters, Katie and Abbie; and their five grandchildren. The discussion of his professional accomplishments starts with a description of current energy metrics. Today, the United States of America is blessed to be the number one producer of oil and gas in the world. As of this year, we are a net exporter of oil and natural gas. Reserves of American oil and natural gas rank us among the top 10 countries in the world. We also lead the industrialized world in the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions over the last two decades. Ten years ago, no one would have ever predicted that we would be where we are today. This new world of American energy dominance is having dramatic implications, both domestically and internationally. We have secure, stable, environmentally responsible, and attractively-priced energy sources for American families and businesses. We have become a reliable source of energy for our allies, giving them flexibility to move away from unstable Russian and Middle Eastern energy suppliers. The oil and gas sector of our economy has created millions of good jobs and great paychecks for hardworking Americans. Our balance of trade payments has improved, and our geopolitical position has strengthened. This dramatic energy renaissance didn't happen by accident or because of government. It is because of the result of American ingenuity, research, and bold leadership. While no one person is solely responsible for this seismic shift in American energy, there are a number of bold leaders who took these challenges that looked impossible to solve and then solved them; particularly in the area of stimulation of low permeability, or ``tight'' reservoirs. Their developments, studies, research, and field experiments using horizontal drilling and very large hydraulic fracturing treatments revolutionized American oil and natural gas and transformed our economy and our security. One of those bold leaders was the late George P. Mitchell, Texas A&M Class of 1940. Another is the person that we are honoring today, Dr. Stephen A. Holditch, Texas A&M Class of 1969. Stephen Holditch was born on October 20, 1946, in Corsicana, Texas, to Damon and Margie Holditch. Growing up, Steve and his family moved often while his father pursued a career in the oil and gas industry. He spent most of his childhood in San Antonio before moving to Richardson, Texas for his final year of high school, where he graduated in 1965. Following graduation, Steve attended Texas A&M University, where he joined the Corps of Cadets and began his journey as a Fighting Texas Aggie. Steve quickly excelled, both in academics and in the Corps of Cadets. While at A&M, he was a member of Company F-1, a member of the prestigious Ross Volunteers Honor Guard, and a member of the Ross Volunteers Firing Squad. During his senior year, he served as Second Battalion Commander. In 1969, Steve graduated from A&M with a bachelor of science degree in petroleum engineering. He continued at A&M to earn a master's degree in the same discipline. Steve began his career with Shell Oil Company in Houston, Texas. Much of his work over his 5 years at Shell was focused on designing and pumping large hydraulic fracture treatments to stimulate production from the deep, low permeability, geopressured gas reservoirs in South Texas. It was his work with hydraulic fracturing that inspired him to return to Texas A&M and that set him apart from his peers as a true legend in the oil and gas industry for the advancement of this critically important technology. One day in 1970, Steve was riding the elevator at work and met Ann Friddle, who was also working at Shell. Steve and Ann were married 6 months later, on January 9, 1971, and they had been married for over 48 years when he passed away. He and Ann returned to College Station, and he pursued a Ph.D. in petroleum engineering, which he completed in 1975. In 1976, Steve joined the Texas A&M petroleum engineering faculty and, as if he didn't have enough to do as a young father and as a new professor, he started his own consulting company, S.A. Holditch & Associates. S.A. Holditch & Associates quickly became a worldwide powerhouse in the petroleum engineering space. Over the years, Steve earned a reputation for being able to solve the most difficult petroleum engineering problems, especially those dealing with low permeability reservoirs needing stimulation, typically through hydraulic fracturing. He was distinctly proud of the work Holditch & Associates did alongside the Gas Research Institute to advance understanding of low permeability sandstones, shales, and coalbed methane. After over 20 years of success, Steve chose to sell Holditch & Associates to Schlumberger, where he stayed on as a fellow, the highest technical designation in that organization. As a Schlumberger fellow for 5 years, Steve traveled extensively to help solve some of the world's most difficult petroleum engineering problems. In 1995, at age 49, Steve was elected to the National Academy of Engineering, the highest honor that can be given to an engineer. After many years of service to the Society of Petroleum Engineers, or the SPE, Steve was elected to the board of directors, then vice president of finance, and finally president of this global organization with over 70,000 members. He was awarded almost every recognition that SPE has to give, including three of the society's top awards. He was elected as an SPE honorary member in 2006, the highest award that SPE can bestow upon an individual and was officially named a Legend of Hydraulic Fracturing by SPE in 2014. While Steve enjoyed many professional successes in the commercial regime, many of his greatest accomplishments were at Texas A&M University, where he served on the faculty for 37 years. During his tenure, he taught 97 courses and served on over 150 graduate committees. From 2004-2012, Steve worked as head of the Harold Vance Department of Petroleum Engineering. During this time, he revitalized the Crisman Institute for Petroleum Research, and saw the number of students in the petroleum engineering department more than double. Under his leadership, the department quickly earned a reputation as the number one ranked university petroleum engineering department in the world. It was during his time at Texas A&M that he created his second legacy for America's hydrocarbon industry; the thousands of Aggie petroleum engineers who work around the world every day utilizing Steve's teaching and mentoring to solve the world's greatest energy challenges. Their work, alongside the work of other industry legends, like George P. Mitchell and Michel T. Halbouty, along with Stephen Holditch, have contributed significantly to America's energy dominance that is changing the world today. In 2013, Steve retired from the faculty after many years of dedicated service to the Texas A&M community. Throughout his life, Steve often credited Texas A&M University as the foundation from which his success grew. He praised the values instilled in all Aggies and, in 2014, was named a Texas A&M Distinguished Alumnus, an honor he richly deserved for a life of service and devotion to his beloved university. In thanking the Aggie community, Steve said: ``You will look back at your years at Texas A&M as one of the best periods in your life. Always remember the Aggie Code of Honor.'' In 2016, Steve was inducted into the Corps of Cadets Hall of Honor, an award which made him prouder and happier than perhaps any award he had received in his life. While in retirement, Steve enjoyed spending time in Bryan-College Station with his wife, Ann, their two daughters, and their five grandchildren. As a season ticket holder to a variety of Texas A&M sports, Steve continued to support the Aggies, but Fighting Texas Aggie football remained closest to his heart. Steve contributed a great deal to the Texas A&M community, and can be described as a model Texas Aggie, who was true to his core values of excellence, integrity, leadership, loyalty, respect, and selfless service. One of my favorite phrases that Steve often used was: ``I reserve the right to get smarter.'' That is what he did best, always pushing to find solutions to the world's toughest oil and gas challenges. Madam Speaker, Steve's life was defined by his dedication to his family and his friends, his world-changing accomplishments in energy, and his true love of Texas A&M University. He will be forever remembered as a true pioneer in his field, a devoted husband, a father, a grandfather, a teacher, a mentor, and a friend. My father has a saying: ``Go make a hand.'' Madam Speaker, Steve Holditch truly ``made a hand'' for his family, his university, his community, our country, and our world. My wife, Gina, and I offer our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Holditch family. We also lift up the family and friends of Steve Holditch in our prayers. I have requested that the United States flag be flown over our Nation's Capitol to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Stephen A. Holditch. As I close, I would ask all Americans to continue praying for our country during these difficult times, for our military men and women who protect us from threats abroad, and for our first responders who keep us safe here at home. Madam Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.

Mr. FLORES

Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 175th anniversary of Baylor University. Baylor University, a private Christian university, was chartered by the Republic of Texas on February 1, 1845. The charter, signed by Republic of Texas President, Anson Jones, was supported by the efforts of Baptist pioneers who sought to establish a Christian university ``fully susceptible of enlargement and development to meet the needs of all ages to come.'' Originally located in Independence, Texas, Baylor is the oldest, continually operating university in Texas, and was actually formed before Texas became a State. In 1886, Baylor moved its main campus to Waco, Texas, where it remains today, and combined with Waco University. The new flagship campus of over 1,000 acres along the banks of the Brazos River enabled the university to flourish in its new central Texas home. Today, Baylor continues to uphold their mission to educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community. Baylor's diverse student body is comprised of over 18,000 students from all 50 States and from over 90 countries. Both undergraduate and graduate students are propelled toward success by passionate and committed faculty and staff who recognize a calling to address society's greatest challenges. A nationally ranked and distinctly Christian research university, Baylor is on an ambitious path to become the ninth Research 1, or R1, university in Texas, and the world's preeminent Christian research university. As Baylor strives to attain the coveted R1 status, it is continually engaging in research at the highest levels as students work to fight disease, investigate environmental challenges, pioneer new technologies, and advance human flourishing. This university-wide commitment to excellence is evident through classroom teaching and a communal drive toward success. Faculty provide impactful services to Baylor students and support them academically, spiritually, personally, and in their future careers. Baylor strives to enable each student to achieve at the highest levels of human performance in academics, arts, and athletics, preparing them for worldwide leadership and service. Mr. Speaker, in recognition of the recent 175th anniversary of Baylor University in Waco, Texas, I applaud the university's ongoing commitment to Christian values and academic excellence. I have requested that a United States flag be flown over our Nation's Capitol to honor the 175 years of legacy and impact of Baylor University. As I close today, I urge all Americans to continue praying for our country, for our military men and women who protect us, and for our first responders who keep us safe at home. Recognizing Ben Downs

Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ben Downs of Bryan, Texas, as a 2019 inductee into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame. Ben's radio career began as a childhood fascination. Growing up in Hope, Arkansas, Ben dreamed of hearing his own voice over the radio. As a child, he recalls sitting up in the Hope Field House, pretending to give play-by-plays into an empty soda can. His dream came true on November 4, 1968, when, at the age of 14, Ben went on the air for the first time. Looking back, Ben says he ``wouldn't let a 14-year-old run my station, but fortunately for me, the manager at that radio station did.'' By the time he went away to college at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas, Ben was a seasoned pro. After 4 years at the station in Hope, Ben decided to focus on his studies and enjoy the radio solely as a listener. This didn't last long, as he quickly found himself accepting a job offer from the local station in Bryan-College Station. That was in 1972, and he has been broadcasting ever since. It was at Texas A&M University that Ben and I first met during the fall of 1972 as students in our management 105 class. We are both proud members of the centennial class of 1976, and he and I remain close friends today. Since 1989, Ben has led Bryan Broadcasting. Under his leadership, the group has expanded significantly into a variety of genres and formats. He has worked hard to ensure that Bryan Broadcasting is always at the forefront of technology and constantly offering its listeners new and exciting content. The rise of the internet and streaming service has provided WTAW and Bryan Broadcasting with a platform for a wide array of programs and on- demand podcasts while still promoting the traditional radio broadcast medium. Ben remains involved in the broadcasting community through the Texas Association of Broadcasters and the National Association of Broadcasters. He also consults regularly with Members of Congress and the Federal Communications Commission to address important issues to the broadcasting community. One issue that he is particularly passionate about is revitalization of AM radio. Outside of his work in the broadcasting industry, Ben has lived a life committed to service. During his time at Texas A&M University, Ben acquired a reputation for community service, which continues today. He has said that he is proud to be a part of a community that takes giving to heart. In 2018, Ben was named Citizen of the Year by the Bryan- College Station Chamber of Commerce. It was Ben's philanthropic spirit which led him to meet his wife, Lillian, 44 years ago as he was working on a tennis tournament to benefit the local Boys and Girls Club. Today, Ben and Lillie have two adult children and three beautiful grandchildren. Mr. Speaker, I am humbled to honor the many accomplishments of my friend, Ben Downs, for his induction to the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, as well as his nomination for the Marconi Radio Award and the legendary Manager of the Year Award, both from the National Association of Broadcasters. For decades, Ben's career has been dedicated to the passion he found as a child, broadcasting, while continuing to push the industry to take advantage of ever-advancing technology. His accomplishments and his service-centric spirit are more than deserving of this amazing honor. He is a faithful community leader, selfless servant, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. I have requested that a United States flag be flown over our Nation's Capitol to honor Ben's meaningful accomplishments and contributions to the broadcasting industry and to our Brazos Valley community. As I close, I ask all our viewers to continue praying for our country, for our military men and women who protect us, and for our first responders who keep us safe at home. Honoring the Life of George Aguilar

Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of George Aguilar of Bryan, Texas, who passed away on January 13, 2020, after a battle with cancer. George was born on January 12, 1958, in San Antonio to Policarpio and Delores Aguilar. Growing up in a military family, George traveled a great deal across the United States and Germany. He graduated from Killeen High School in Killeen, Texas, and went on to attend Central Texas College, where he studied criminal justice. From a young age, George lived a life of service and was dedicated to giving back to his community. Following graduation, he served as a jailer in Killeen and then as a corrections officer in Huntsville, which led him to find his dream job as a police officer. In 1980, George joined the Bryan Police Department as a patrol officer. Over the next three decades, George served in many roles within the department. As part of his commitment to the Bryan community, he served on patrol, as a detective, as a school resource officer, and as a canine handler. He was instrumental in starting important programs, such as Camp PAL, which operated from 1994 to 2005. He was awarded six commendations throughout his career and eventually earned a master peace officer's license. After 34\1/2\ years on the force, George retired from the Bryan Police Department in 2015. However, his dedication to a life of service did not end there. Following his retirement, George went on to work as a bailiff for the Brazos County Associate Courts. George is remembered for his great sense of humor, his love of dance, and his bright, smiling face that brought joy to all of those around him. As a lifelong Dallas Cowboys fan, he attended as many games as he could, always cherishing the Cowboys v. Packers games he would attend with his son. Mr. Speaker, George's life was defined by his service to his community. He will forever be remembered as a father, a brother, a fiance, and a selfless servant. My wife, Gina, and I offer our heartfelt condolence to the Aguilar family. We also lift up the family and friends of George Aguilar in our prayers. As I close today, I urge all Americans to continue praying for our country, for our first responders who protect us at home, and for our uniformed military service personnel who protect us around the world. Honoring Dr. Stephen A. Holditch

Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Stephen A. Holditch of College Station, Texas, who passed away unexpectedly on August 9, 2019. Before I continue our discussion about Steve, I want to give some context about the importance of his professional career. Let me state first that Steve considered his roles as a husband, father, and grandfather to be his most important. Because of the exceptional way he lived those roles, his legacy is readily apparent in the lives of those he left behind--his wife, Ann; his daughters, Katie and Abbie, and their five grandchildren. The discussion of his professional accomplishments starts with a description of current energy metrics. Today, the United States of America is blessed to be the number one producer of oil and natural gas in the world, and as of this year, we are a net exporter of oil and gas. Reserves of American oil and gas rank us among the top 10 countries in the world. We also lead the industrialized world in the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions over the past few decades. Ten years ago, no one would have ever predicted we would be where we are today. This new world of American energy dominance is having dramatic implications, both domestically and internationally. We have secure, stable, environmentally responsible, and attractively priced energy resources for American families and businesses. We have become a reliable source of energy for our allies, giving them the flexibility to move away from unstable Russian and Middle Eastern suppliers. The oil and gas sector of our economy has created millions of good jobs and great paychecks for hardworking Americans. Our balance of trade payments has improved, and our geopolitical position has strengthened. This dramatic energy renaissance didn't happen by accident or by government. It is the result of American ingenuity, research, and bold leadership. While no one person is solely responsible for the seismic shift in American energy, there are a number of bold leaders who took challenges that looked impossible to solve and solved them, particularly in the area of stimulation of low permeability, or tight, reservoirs. Their developments, studies, research, and field experiments using horizontal drilling and very large hydraulic fracturing treatments revolutionized American oil and natural gas and transformed our economy and our security. One of those bold leaders was the late George P. Mitchell, Texas A&M class of 1940. Another is the person we are honoring today, Dr. Stephen A. Holditch, Texas A&M class of 1969. Stephen Holditch was born on October 20, 1946, in Corsicana, Texas, to Damon and Margie Holditch. Growing up, Steve and his family moved often while his father pursued a career in the oil and gas industry. He spent most of his childhood in San Antonio before moving to Richardson, Texas, for his final year of high school, where he graduated in 1965. Following graduation, Steve attended Texas A&M University, where he joined the Corps of Cadets and began his journey as a Fightin' Texas Aggie. Steve quickly excelled both in academics and the corps. While at A&M, he was a member of Company F-1, a member of the prestigious Ross Volunteers Honor Guard, and a member of the Ross Volunteers Firing Squad. During his senior year, he served as second battalion commander. In 1969, Steve graduated from Texas A&M University with a bachelor of science degree in petroleum engineering. He continued at A&M to earn a master's degree in the same discipline. Steve began his career with Shell Oil Company in Houston, Texas. Much of his work over his 5 years with Shell focused on designing and pumping large hydraulic fracture treatments to stimulate production from the deep, low permeability geopressured gas reservoirs in south Texas. It was his work with hydraulic fracturing that inspired him to return to Texas A&M and set him apart from his peers as a true legend of the oil and gas industry for the advancement of this critically important technology. One day in 1970, Steve was riding the elevator at work and met Ann Friddle, who was also working at Shell. Steve and Ann were married 6 months later on January 9, 1971, and they had been married over 48 years when Steve passed away. He and Ann returned to College Station, and he pursued a Ph.D. in petroleum engineering, which he completed in 1975. In 1976, Steve joined the Texas A&M petroleum engineering faculty, and as if he didn't have enough to do as a young father and new professor, he started his own consulting company, S.A. Holditch & Associates. S.A. Holditch & Associates quickly became a worldwide powerhouse in the petroleum engineering space. Over the years, Steve earned a reputation for being able to solve the most difficult petroleum engineering problems, especially those dealing with low permeability reservoirs needing stimulation, typically through hydraulic fracturing. He was distinctly proud of the work that Holditch & Associates did alongside the Gas Research Institute to advance understanding of low permeability sandstones, shales, and coalbed methane. After over 20 years of success, Steve chose to sell Holditch & Associates to Schlumberger, where he stayed on as a fellow, the highest technical designation in that organization. As a Schlumberger Fellow for 5 years, Steve traveled extensively to help solve some of the world's most difficult petroleum engineering problems. In 1995, at the age of 49, Steve was elected to the National Academy of Engineering, the highest honor that can be given to an engineer. After many years of service to the Society of Petroleum Engineers, or SPE, Steve was elected to the board of directors, then vice president of finance, and finally president of this global organization with over 70,000 members. He was awarded almost every recognition that SPE has to give, including three of the society's top technical awards. He was elected an SPE honorary member in 2006, the highest award that SPE can bestow upon an individual, and was officially named a Legend of Hydraulic Fracturing by SPE in 2014. While Steven enjoyed many professional successes in the commercial regime, many of his accomplishments were at Texas A&M University, where he served on the faculty for 37 years. During his tenure, he taught 97 classes and served on over 150 graduate committees. From 2004 to 2012, Steve worked as head of the Harold Vance Department of Petroleum Engineering. During this time, he revitalized the Crisman Institute of Petroleum Research and saw the number of students in the petroleum engineering department more than double. Under his leadership, the department quickly earned a reputation as the number one ranked university petroleum engineering department in the world. It was during his time at A&M that he created this second legacy for America's hydrocarbon industry, the thousands of Aggie petroleum engineers who work around the world every day utilizing Steve's teaching and mentoring to solve the world's greatest energy challenges. Collectively, these pacesetters--George P. Mitchell, Michel T. Halbouty, and Dr. Stephen A. Holditch, and ones they taught and guided--have contributed significantly to America's energy dominance that is changing the world today. In 2013, Steve retired from the faculty after many years of dedicated service to the Texas A&M community. Throughout his life, Steve often credited Texas A&M University as the foundation from which his success grew. He praised the values instilled in all Aggies, and in 2014, he was named a Texas A&M Distinguished Alumnus, an honor he richly deserved for a life of service and devotion to his beloved university. In thanking the Aggie community, Steve said: ``You will look back at your years at Texas A&M as one of the best periods of your life. Always remember the Aggie Code of Honor.'' In 2016, Steve was inducted in the Corps of Cadets Hall of Honor, an award which made him prouder and happier than perhaps any other award he had ever received. Following retirement, Steve enjoyed spending time in Bryan/College Station, with his wife Ann, their two daughters, and their five grandchildren. As a season ticket holder to a variety of Texas A&M sports, Steve continued to support the Aggies, but Fightin' Texas Aggie Football remained closest to his heart. Steve contributed a great deal to the Texas A&M community and can be described as a model Texas Aggie, who was true to its core values of Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Loyalty, Respect, and Selfless Service. One of my favorite phrases that Steve often used was ``I reserve the right to get smarter.'' That is what he did best, always pushing to find solutions to the world's toughest oil and gas challenges. Mr. Speaker, Steve's life was defined by his dedication to his family and friends, his world-changing accomplishments in energy, and his true love of Texas A&M University. He will be forever remembered as a true pioneer in his field, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, teacher, mentor and friend. My father has a saying--``go make a hand.'' Mr. Speaker, Steve Holditch truly ``made a hand'' for his family, his university, his community, our country, and the world. My wife, Gina, and I offer our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Holditch family. We also lift his family and friends in our prayers. I have requested that a United States flag be flown over our Nation's Capitol to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Stephen A. Holditch. As I close today, I urge all Americans to continue praying for our country, for our veterans, for our military men and women who protect us, and for our first responders who keep us safe at home. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.

Mr. FLORES

Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I move that the House do now adjourn.

Mr. FLORES

Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor William ``Bill'' Graves Wofford, Jr., of Rockwall, Texas, who passed away on October 29, 2019, at the age of 95. Bill was born on May 1, 1924, in Fort Worth, Texas to William Graves Wofford, Sr., and Margaret Melinda Wofford. As a very young man, Bill left his family to fight in World War II and to defend our country. He proudly served in both the U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy. At the close of the war, at the age of 21, Bill returned to the States to pursue an education from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Following graduation, Bill returned home to Texas where he embarked on his 27-year career alongside business partner, Bob Timberlake, to form Timberlake & Wofford, a manufacturing representative firm that served the north Texas area and experienced great success. Bill is remembered for his great sense of humor and his gentle personality. His love of sailing and the outdoors led him to help found the Rush Creek Yacht Club. Bill was not only a leader in his community, but a friend to all: a loving husband, father, and grandfather. My wife, Gina, and I offer our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Wofford family. We also lift up the family and friends of Bill Wofford in our prayers. I have requested that the United States flag be flown over our Nation's Capitol to honor his life, legacy, and his service to our country. As I close today, I ask all Americans to continue praying for our country during these difficult times, for the brave men and women who serve in our military who protect us, and for our first responders who protect us here at home. Honoring the Life of Deputy Sheriff Matthew Ryan Jones

Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Matthew Ryan Jones of Waco, Texas. Deputy Sheriff Jones was killed on October 11, 2019 in the line of duty as he assisted a motorist on the side of an area highway. Matt was born on February 7, 1989, in Waco, Texas, to Ronnie and Debbie Coleman Jones. He graduated from Connally High School and the Texas State Technical College in Waco before joining the Falls County Sheriff's Office in August of 2015. Matt bravely served his community for 4 years, most recently being named the department's canine deputy. Fellow first responders have sung the praises of their fallen brother stating that: Matt ``never backed down from a challenge and understood the nature of policing in a small community.'' Matt was not only a proud public servant, he was a friend to all, a loving husband, and an avid outdoorsman. Matt enjoyed spending time in nature, hunting, fishing, and riding his ATV. Mr. Speaker, Matt's life was defined by his service to his community. He will be forever remembered by his community as a husband, a son, a brother, and a selfless public servant. My wife, Gina, and I offer our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Jones family. We also lift up the family and friends of Matthew in our prayers. I have requested the United States flag be flown over our Nation's Capitol to honor his life, legacy, and his service to our central Texas community. As I close today, I urge all Americans to continue to pray for our country, for our military men and women who protect us overseas, and for our first responders who keep us safe here at home. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.

Mr. FLORES

Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I move that the House do now adjourn.

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Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. Smith for all his great work to protect life and to reflect the values that this country holds dear. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in remembrance of the millions of innocent lives lost in the 47 years since the tragic Supreme Court decision, Roe v. Wade. Since 1973, freely accessible abortion has fostered a culture of death in America, and the expansion of clinics like Planned Parenthood have normalized abortion and stolen the futures of over 50 million innocent lives. Here are some statistics from Planned Parenthood's own annual report: In 2019 alone, they aborted 345,670 innocent, defenseless lives. Think about that from a personal perspective. That is over 100,000 more persons than the population of Waco and McLennan County, Texas, the largest county in Texas District 17, which has over 250,000-plus Texans. This genocide constitutes over 96 percent of their pregnancy resolution services, as they call them; whereas, prenatal and adoption referral services accounted for less than 4 percent of pregnancy resolution services. While they may seek to mask their intentions under the banner of women's health, make no mistake, Planned Parenthood is an abortion factory dedicated to providing, protecting, and expanding access to abortion. Moreover, something else to think about is that at least 50 percent of those babies killed are girls. Recent reports indicate that over 50 percent are children of color. Think about the misogyny and the racism of those genocidal numbers. I strongly believe that life begins at conception, and as a father and a Christian, I am deeply committed to protecting the sanctity of life. In the 116th Congress, I have sought to be a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves and have cosponsored over 20 bills to protect life. I am also proud to have joined 206 other pro-life Members of Congress in signing a recent amicus brief to the Supreme Court. If successful and this so-called right to abortion, as outlined in Roe v. Wade, is considered unworkable by the courts, then it is time to overturn that tragic decision. Mr. Speaker, I close with this: Millions of Americans believe that life begins at conception and must be protected. I stand with those Americans to fight for the lives that may be snuffed out before they have even begun. We must continue to fight for those who have been denied the opportunity to grow, to flourish, and to make an impact on our world.

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Mr. FLORES. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Stewart Morris, who turned 100 years old on October 28, 2019. To commemorate this occurrence, Houston Baptist University hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking of the new Morris Family Center for Law and Liberty in honor of its namesake and founding father of the University, Dr. Stewart Morris. Growing up in Houston, Morris was known as a cantankerous boy. He notoriously adopted a pet leopard named Spot who he kept in his room to stop family members from entering his personal space. At the age of ten, Morris displayed a natural drive to succeed and started his first job as Office Boy at the family business, Stewart Title. He quickly worked his way up from running errands to making business transactions. In 1943, Morris experienced many major milestones. He graduated from The University of Texas with a BA, Southern Methodist University with a JD, and Columbia University with a Midshipman's degree all in the same year. Following his many academic accomplishments, Morris joined the Navy and married his wife Joella Mitchell. Together they were blessed with three children. As an officer in the Navy, Morris was sent to the South Pacific. A young and frightened sailor, Morris distinguished himself by working to establish discipline and order aboard his ship. Following the close of World War II in 1945, Morris returned home to Texas, where he resumed work at Stewart Title. Determined to expand the business, Morris began traveling all over Texas, picking up a pilot's license and became proficient in Spanish along the way. Under Morris' diligent leadership, Stewart Title grew rapidly from a local Houston business to an international powerhouse with offices in all 50 states, 13 foreign countries, and over 9,000 locations. His hunger for excellence, forward thinking-ethos, and deep faith in God inspired those around him. It was often said by his peers that ``when Morris was at the helm of a project, it seemed like nothing was impossible.'' It was this same sense of passion and joy for life that made Morris the perfect leader to pioneer the establishment of a new Christian college in Houston, Texas. In 1952, Morris joined the Union Baptist Association in raising funds and assessing land for the new Houston Baptist University. For the past 67 years, Morris dedicated countless hours of his time and generous financial contributions to this community. A peer once said about Morris that ``there is no single person more influential in the founding and earliest history of HBU.'' On his 100th birthday, the Houston Baptist University community joined together in celebrating the life and accomplishments of Dr. Stewart Morris with the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Morris Family Center for Law and Liberty. This new center will work to promote a greater understanding and appreciation for our nations history and founding principles amongst students. Madam Speaker, Dr. Stewart Morris has lived a long life filled with love, joy, and dedicated to his belief that ``its more blessed to give than to receive.'' I am proud to recognize him on this joyous occasion and know that his family and friends love him and are proud of him. I wish Morris many more years of health and happiness. I have requested that a United States flag be flown over our Nation's Capitol to recognize Dr. Stewart Morris' 100th Birthday. As I close today, I urge all Americans to continue to pray for our country, for our veterans, for our military men and women who protect us, and for our first responders who keep us safe at home.

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Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 627 brave civilian women who served as Donut Dollies for the Red Cross' Supplemental Recreational Activities Overseas Program during the Vietnam conflict between 1965 and 1972. The name Donut Dollies was coined during World War II to describe the Red Cross volunteers who passed out hot coffee and donuts from the backs of military vehicles. While the women who volunteered in Vietnam did so much more than hand out donuts and coffee, the name Donuts Dollies was applied to them. The young women of the Donut Dollies were stationed throughout Vietnam, from Saigon up to Quang Tri. They lived in tents and abandoned villas. They endured incoming fire, and they flew over enemy territory just like our military personnel. These brave women quickly became to be known as angels in a combat zone for their bright smiles and powder blue uniforms that lifted the spirits at every base they toured. The Donut Dollies hosted daily recreational events at large bases, such as pool tournaments, fashion shows, and various contests to provide fun and relaxation for off-duty military personnel. They helped serve food in chow lines, and they brought Kool-Aid to the night sentries working in perimeter towers. Others were assigned to the Clubmobile program, which toured more remote bases, often requiring helicopter transport to reach them. They would gather the troops, usually beside a bunker or tank, to play competitive audience participation games. For the hour or so that they were there, the Donut Dollies brought laughter and a sense of lightheartedness that was deeply missed in the war zone. Because death was so close, the laughter was healing, funny things were funnier, and their laughter helped join everyone together. One soldier once said it was the miracle of making the war disappear for a little while. The approximately 1,500 visits of the Clubmobile program logged over 2.1 million air miles. Their primary goal on these visits and at the events at larger bases was to boost morale and to provide the men with a sense of home before going out in the field. Mr. Speaker, the contributions of the Donut Dollies represented a changing role of women to serve their country at a time when women had previously been limited to noncombat roles. Their patriotism helped bring warmth, light, and laughter to the darkness of wartime. My wife, Gina, and I are honored to recognize the women of the Donut Dollies and to thank them for their important and sacrificial contributions that they made for our country during the Vietnam conflict. As I close today, I urge all Americans to continue praying for our country, for our military men and women who protect us, and for our first responders who keep us safe at home. Honoring Chris and Peggy Osborne of Bryan-College Station, Texas

Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the 33 years of service and ministry of Chris and Peggy Osborne to Central Baptist Church and to the community of Bryan-College Station, Texas. Central Baptist Church was founded in 1925 as a mission-minded ministry dedicated to sharing a passion for God's Word. Today, Central Baptist Church has become an integral part of the Bryan-College Station community, where a strong sense of discipleship has led to the creation of many outreach programs, children's ministry events, and college ministry groups. Even as the church has grown, Central Baptist Church remains committed to their original mission-minded goals, and through the efforts of the congregation, thousands of people have found the joy, peace, and contentment that spring from a fulfilling and personal relationship with Jesus Christ. For the past 33 years, Pastor Chris and his wife, Peggy, have been a source of light and encouragement and joy for the entire Central Baptist Church community. Under the leadership of Pastor Chris, Central has seen significant change and growth. The relocation of its church to its current 3,500-seat worship center and the more recent addition to the children's wing have provided members of the Central Baptist family with ever-increasing opportunities for worship and community. Chris's commitment to outreach and involvement have made him a pillar of the Bryan-College Station community, serving as chaplain for the police department, hosting cook-offs and baking competitions, and participating in charity golf tournaments. Pastor Chris' dedication to service has not gone unnoticed, and hundreds of members of his congregation have experienced life change from his encouraging and supportive approach. On January 26, 2020, Central Baptist Church will say good-bye to Pastor Chris and to his wife, Peggy, as they begin the next chapter of their lives in Fort Worth, Texas, where Chris will continue to spread the Word of God as a professor at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. As members of the Central Baptist Church congregation, my wife, Gina, and I have both grown in Christ because of the impact of the church under the leadership and friendship of Chris and Peggy. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize and thank both Chris and Peggy for their down-to-earth and positive leadership of this congregation and for their impact of spreading the good news of Jesus Christ. I have requested that a United States flag be flown over our Nation's Capitol to honor the lives and legacies of Chris and Peggy Osborne. As I close today, I urge all Americans to continue praying for our country, for our military men and women who protect us, and for our first responders who keep us safe at home. Recognizing the 140th Anniversary of The Association of Former Students of Texas A&M University

Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the recent 140th anniversary of The Association of Former Students of Texas A&M University. The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas, now known as Texas A&M University, was founded as a land-grant college by the State of Texas in 1871, pursuant to the Morrill Act. The college was the first public institution of higher education in Texas and started classes on October 4, 1876. On June 26, 1879, with the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas still in its infancy, 11 former cadets hosted a reception in Houston, initiating the first formal organization of A&M former students. The persons at that meeting included: William Sleeper, class of 1879; William Trenckmann, class of 1878; Pinckey Downs, class of 1879; Edward Fitzhugh, class of 1879; Edward Cushing, class of 1880; George Hardy, class of 1879; David Alexander, class of 1879; William Small, class of 1882; Robert Chatham, class of 1877; William Brown, class of 1882; and Thomas Fuller, class of 1881. It was decided at that first meeting to endeavor to keep a record of all former cadets who attended the A&M College of Texas, thus promoting and maintaining fellowship. The Ex-Cadets Association was reorganized to form the Alumni Association in 1888. Developing throughout the years in tandem with the Alpha Phi Fraternity, which was founded in the 1890s and included former students who had not graduated, a coalition was formed in 1919 to formally reorganize and adopt the name The Association of Former Students. This name was written into the charter granted by the State of Texas in 1925. In this charter, the association committed to ``support of benevolent, charitable, and educational undertakings by extending financial and other aid to students at Texas A&M; by promoting social, literary, and scientific pursuits; by perpetuating and strengthening the ties of affection and esteem formed in university or college days; by promoting the interests and welfare of Texas A&M University and education generally in the State of Texas.'' Since its first day of class over 143 years ago, with six professors and 40 students, the university has grown to become one of the largest Tier 1 research and education institutions in the United States, with almost 70,000 students, thousands of faculty and staff, and close to a billion dollars of annual research activity. Through its existence, the Association of Former Students has continued to grow rapidly. Today it serves more than 508,000 former students of Texas A&M University and generates an impact of almost $14 million annually for university support through scholarships, student activities, and long-revered traditions, such as the Aggie Ring Program. As the university has grown and developed, the Aggie Network--as the organization is commonly referred to today--has evolved but has always maintained its core values and commitments to the university, its current students and its former students. Together, the association and the university collaborate to maintain six core values of: loyalty, integrity, excellence, leadership, selfless service, and respect. These are the core values that unite all Texas A&M students and by which all Aggies strive to live. As former chairman of the board of the Association of Former Students during 2007, I am honored and humbled to be able to recognize the accomplishments of the organization over the past 140 years. The Aggie Network is truly the glue that unites our current students, former students, and our responsibilities to live our core values every day. Mr. Speaker, in recognition of the recent 140th anniversary of the Association of Former Students of Texas A&M University, I applaud the organization's ongoing commitment to all Texas Aggies and to the core values of our beloved institution. I have requested that the United States flag be flown over our Nation's Capitol to honor the 140 years of legacy and the impact of the worldwide Aggie Network. As I close today, I urge all Americans to continue to pray for our country, for our military men and women who keep us safe, and for our first responders who protect us at home. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.

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Mr. FLORES. Madam Speaker, I thank GOP leader Latta for yielding me time to support our bill. Madam Speaker, I rise in support of our resolution, H. Res. 575, which I introduced with my colleague Darren Soto from Florida, expressing strong support for the Prague Proposals, a set of 5G security recommendations agreed to by officials from the U.S. and 31 other countries during a conference in May 2019. 5G communication networks have the potential to transform the way we live. Collaboration with our international partners is paramount in the development of secure network architecture for the interconnected world of the future. 5G networks will have the capacity to support innovative technologies such as telemedicine, remote surgery, interconnected devices on the Internet of Things, and, importantly, bring high-speed broadband to the far reaches of rural communities to close the digital divide. But if the underlying network that these services operate on is not properly secured, bad actors will be able to exploit vulnerabilities to disrupt critical infrastructure, harming public safety and jeopardizing national security. It is imperative that we secure our networks on the front end of deployment to avoid potentially catastrophic consequences down the road. Recognizing these risks, the U.S. and those 31 other countries came together with representatives from the EU and NATO to agree on a set of commonsense principles necessary to maintain a secure, resilient network for next-generation communication. These proposals urge 5G stakeholders across the global supply technology chain to institute practical, proven solutions to mitigate risks and to protect against security threats. Among these proposals, the conference of 32 countries recognized the need for information sharing and encouraged regular risk assessment tests to mitigate vulnerabilities, while taking into consideration technological changes that will address the risks we may encounter in the future. Our resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for these recommendations as an encouragement for stakeholders, government entities, and our international partners to work together to secure our 5G networks. Madam Speaker, I thank Mr. Soto for his work, and I urge my colleagues to support this important resolution.

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Mr. FLORES. Madam Speaker, on March 11 of this year, the Speaker of the House said the following in an interview with The Washington Post: ``Impeachment is so divisive to the country that unless there's something so compelling and overwhelming and bipartisan, I don't think we should go down that path, because it divides the country.'' I think most Americans would agree with that statement because it sounds thoughtful and reasonable. So here we are today to vote on the Articles of Impeachment. How did the majority party do in meeting the objectives set forth by the Speaker? Here are the answers: First, the only compelling attribute about this sham is the lengths the majority has gone to appease the radical, Socialist wing of their party. Second, the only overwhelming feature about this sham is the abuse of power by the majority and the reckless disregard for fairness by the majority throughout this entire circus. Finally, the only bipartisan activity related to this sham will be the votes against these flimsy Articles of Impeachment. Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in opposing these deplorable Articles of Impeachment and to demand that the House get back to working on the priorities that hardworking American families care about the most.

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Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I am glad to be here with the honorable Speaker pro tempore from Texas as well. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support for S. 151, the TRACED Act. This legislation is a culmination of strong bipartisan work by the Energy and Commerce Committee in the House and our Senate counterparts. We all hear complaints from constituents about the scourge of robocalls, and I am glad we are answering the American people with decisive action. This bipartisan bill gives consumers tools to prevent robocalls at no additional cost. It also provides law enforcement and the FCC with authority to go after bad actors. I am also pleased that S. 151 includes language from an amendment that I offered in committee that raises fines to $10,000 per violation, which will further deter illegal operators from entering into this abusive behavior. Alongside advances from last year's RAY BAUM'S Act and efforts at the FCC, we are in a better position to restore confidence in our communication services once again. This is the type of work that the House of Representatives ought to be engaged in for the American people.

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Mr. FLORES. Mr. Chairman, I offer an amendment as the designee of Mr. Burgess.

Mr. FLORES. Mr. Chairman, again, I am offering this amendment on behalf of the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Burgess). This amendment requires the Export-Import Bank to take into consideration energy affordability, in addition to environmental impact, before approving transactions. It further requires the Export- Import Bank to report on how transactions impact the cost of energy in the importing country and the estimated emissions reductions caused by Bank-financed exports. Clean energy sources from nonrenewable sources, such as hydrogen, nuclear, and natural gas, are just as important to lowering emissions as renewable energy. The bill, as written, only focuses on renewable energy sources, but we should also promote nonrenewable clean energy sources such as nuclear, hydrogen, and natural gas. If emissions reductions are the goal, Federal policies must focus on total performance and not favor one technology over the other. In the developing world, affordable, clean energy will give people more opportunity for a better life when expensive alternatives are unaffordable. I urge passage of this amendment to ensure that energy affordability, energy efficiency, and clean energy remain an important component of our export policy. Mr. Chairman, I reserve the balance of my time.