Timothy Johnson

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, unfortunately last night I was unable to cast my votes on H.R. 4425 and H.R. 4238 and wish to reflect my intentions had I been able to vote. Last night, I met with constituents of mine in a town hall forum at the Champaign County Nursing Home and I was unable to arrive in Washington, DC to cast my votes. Had I been present on Rollcall No. 49 on suspending the rules and passing H.R. 4425, to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2-116th Street in North Troy, New York, as the ``Martin G. `Marty' Mahar Post Office,'' I would have voted ``yea.'' Had I been present on Rollcall No. 50 on suspending the rules and passing H.R. 4238, to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 930 39th Avenue in Greeley, Colorado, as the ``W.D. Farr Post Office Building,'' I would have voted ``yea.''

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, unfortunately last night and earlier today I was unable to cast my votes on H. Res. 779, H. Res. 942, H. Res. 894, H.R. 1517, and H.R. 3978 and wish the record to reflect my intentions had I been able to vote. Last night, I met with constituents of mine in a town hall forum at the Prairie Winds Retirement Center in Urbana, Illinois and I was unable to arrive in Washington, DC to cast my votes. Had I been present on rollcall No. 969 on suspending the rules and passing H. Res. 779, Recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Runaway Prevention Month, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present on rollcall No. 970 on suspending the rules and passing H. Res. 942, Commending the Real Salt Lake soccer club for winning the 2009 Major League Soccer Cup, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present on rollcall No. 971 on suspending the rules and passing H. Res. 894, Honoring the 50th anniversary of the recording of the album ``Kind of Blue'' and reaffirming jazz as a national treasure, I would have voted ``aye.'' One of my constituents, Lamont Parsons of Urbana, Illinois, is a regionally famous jazz guitarist who has inspired in me and many of my constituents a lifelong appreciation for jazz and its influences and it truly is a national treasure. Had I been present on rollcall No. 972 on suspending the rules and passing H.R. 1517, To allow certain U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees who serve under an overseas limited appointment for at least 2 years, and whose service is rated fully successful or higher throughout that time, to be converted to a permanent appointment in the competitive service, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present on rollcall No. 973 on suspending the rules and passing H.R. 3978, First Responders Anti-Terrorism, Training Resources Act, I would have voted ``aye.''

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the achievements of Dr. Lawrence B. Schook, who recently led an international team in the sequencing of the swine genome. Dr. Schook is a distinguished Gutsgell Professor and Director of the Division of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he has spent the past nine years researching genetic resistance to disease, regenerative medicine, and using genomics to create animal models for biomedical research. The draft sequence will allow researchers to pinpoint genes that are useful to pork production or are involved in immunity or other important physiological processes in the pig. It will enhance breeding practices, offer insight into diseases that afflict pigs (and, sometimes, also humans) and will assist in efforts to preserve the global heritage of rare, endangered and wild pigs. It also will be important for the study of human health because pigs are very similar to humans in their physiology, behavior and nutritional needs. With the growth of our world's population and subsequent rise in interaction between both domesticated and wild animals it is imperative that we continue to fund researchers such as Dr. Schook. The recent outbreak of H1N1 is a great reminder that the work of Dr. Schook and his colleagues is of upmost importance, not only to our world's food supply, but to our health as well. I would ask that my colleagues join me in congratulating Dr. Schook, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and all of the team members under Dr. Schook who made this discovery possible.

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, unfortunately earlier today I was unable to cast my votes on H.R. 3288, H. Con. Res. 199, H. Con. Res. 206, and H. Res. 940 and wish the record to reflect my intentions had I been able to vote. Last night, as you are aware, there were no votes in the House of Representatives due to the White House Christmas Party. I took this opportunity to meet with some of my young constituents at the Farmhouse Fraternity on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign to discuss agricultural issues and the implementation of the Farm Bill. Early this morning I boarded an airplane in Champaign, Illinois, and unfortunately due to weather, my plane was drastically delayed, I was unable to arrive in Washington, DC to cast my votes. Had I been present on rollcall #931 on the Motion to Instruct Conferees on H.R. 3288, Making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation, HUD, and related agencies for FY 2010, I would have voted ``aye''. This vote would have blocked any attempt by the Majority from using H.R. 3288 as the vehicle for an Omnibus Appropriations bill and require that the language for this bill be posted online for 72 hours prior to any vote. Madam Speaker, omnibus appropriations bills that are hundreds of pages long and have not been fully vetted is no way to fund our government and I urge you to refrain from using this bill for those purposes. Had I been present on rollcall #932 on suspending the rules and passing H. Con. Res. 199, Recognizing the 10th Anniversary of the activation of Echo Company of the 100th Battalion of the 442d Infantry, and the sacrifice of the soldiers and families in support of the United States, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present on rollcall #933 on suspending the rules and passing H. Con. Res. 206, Commending the soldiers and civilian personnel stationed at Fort Gordon and their families for their service and dedication to the United States and recognizing the contributions of Fort Gordon to Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom and its role as a pivotal communications training installation, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present on rollcall #934 on suspending the rules and passing H. Res. 940, Recognizing and honoring the National Guard on the occasion of its 373rd anniversary, I would have voted ``aye.''

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, unfortunately Monday night, November 2, 2009, and the morning of November 3, 2009 I was unable to cast my votes on H.R. 1168, H. Res. 291, S. 509, H.R. 3949, H. Res. 398, and H. Res. 866 due to a scheduled town hall meeting in Cerro Gordo, Illinois. Had I been present for Rollcall No. 832, on suspending the Rules and passing H.R. 1168, the Veterans Retraining Act of 2009, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present for Rollcall No. 833, on suspending the Rules and passing H. Res. 291, Recognizing the crucial role of assistance dogs in helping wounded veterans live more independent lives, expressing gratitude to The Tower of Hope, and supporting the goals and ideals of creating a Tower of Hope Day, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present for Rollcall No. 834, on suspending the Rules and passing S. 509, to authorize a major medical facility project at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Walla Walla, Washington, and for other purposes, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present for Rollcall No. 835, on suspending the Rules and passing H.R. 3949, Veterans' Small Business Assistance and Servicemembers Protection Act of 2009, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present for Rollcall No. 836, on suspending the Rules and passing H. Res. 398, Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the Berlin Airlift's success, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present for Rollcall No. 837, on suspending the Rules and passing H. Res. 866, Expressing support for designation of a National Veterans History Project Week to encourage public participation in a nationwide project that collects and preserves the stories of the men and women who served our Nation in times of war and conflict, I would have voted ``aye.'' It is my fervent hope that my absence in no way be interpreted as a lack of support and enthusiasm for these important issues and undertakings. Congress' schedule in recent days has been subject to sometimes unpredictable additions and subtractions of days. As the original schedule had established an adjournment date of Oct. 30, 2009, I felt safe in scheduling a town hall meeting the evening of Monday, Nov. 2, for the purpose of meeting with and hearing from my constituents--the voters and citizens who are critical in guiding my votes and my conscience on the important issues we all face.

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, unfortunately on October 26, 2009, I was unable to cast my votes on H. Res. 368 and H. Res. 562 and wish the Record to reflect my intentions had I been able to vote. Had I been present for rollcall No. 814 on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 368, Congratulating the University of Iowa Hawkeyes wrestling team on winning the 2009 NCAA Division I National Wrestling Championships, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present for rollcall No. 815 on the motion to suspend the rules and pass H. Res. 562, Congratulating Syracuse University for winning the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Mens Lacrosse Tournament, I would have voted ``aye.''

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leadership standards on project funding, I am submitting the following information regarding project funding I requested as part of Fiscal Year 2010 Defense Appropriations bill--H. R. 3326: Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: H.R. 3326--Fiscal Year 2010 Defense Appropriations bill Account: Research, Development, Test and Evaluation--Navy Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University of Illinois Address of Requesting Entity: College of Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1308 West Main Street, Urbana, Illinois 61801 Description of Request: $1,500,000 for the University of Illinois to establish the Center for Assured Critical Application and Infrastructure Security (CACAIS) which will address the development of trust validation tools for critical computer infrastructures of particular importance to the nation, namely defense applications, financial systems, and electrical power, to ensure public confidence in these systems. It is my understanding that of this amount $1,000,000 is for equipment, facilities, and laboratory costs; $375,000 for personnel; $75,000 for technology transfer; and $50,000 for computer costs. Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: H.R. 3326--Fiscal Year 2010 Defense Appropriations bill Account: Research, Development, Test and Evaluation--Army Legal Name of Requesting Entity: U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center, Construction Engineering Research Laboratory- Address of Requesting Entity: 2902 Newmark Drive, Champaign, Illinois 61826 Description of Request: $2,500,000 for the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center, Construction Engineering Research Laboratory to field validate large-scale Zinc-Flow electrical energy storage to improve the energy security, fossil-fuel consumption and carbon-footprint of our military bases. It is my understanding that of this amount $950,000 is for energy storage systems; $400,000 is for equipment, installation, test, and data acquisition; $975,000 for personnel; $175,000 for administration.

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, on rollcall No. 621, I was present on the House floor and voted immediately before and immediately after this vote. I was in the chamber in front of the wall, sought recognition by the Acting Speaker to vote. Despite my presence and my request, in the clear view of the Acting Speaker, my request was not recognized. While the High Speed Rail project addressed by the Amendment could potentially affect the 15th District of Illinois, the $3 billion cost is also a significant factor in consideration thereof. Had I been present, I would have voted ``present.''

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leadership standards on project funding, I am submitting the following information regarding project funding I requested as part of Fiscal Year 2010 Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations bill--H.R. 3288: Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: H.R. 3288--Fiscal Year 2010 Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations bill Account: Federal Highway Administration--Transportation, Community & System Preservation Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of Urbana, Illinois Address of Requesting Entity: 706 South Glover Avenue, Urbana, Illinois 61802 Description of Request: $750,000 for the City of Urbana to construct pedestrian and bicycle related improvements along Goodwin Avenue from Gregory Drive to Springfield Avenue on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana--Champaign. The entire $750,000 will be spent on construction costs related to the street improvements.

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leadership standards on project funding, I am submitting the following information regarding project funding I requested as part of Fiscal Year 2010 Labor, HHS, and Education Appropriations bill--H.R. 3293: Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: H.R. 3293--Fiscal Year 2010 Labor, HHS, and Education Appropriations bill Account: Department of Health and Human Services--Health Resources and Services Administration--Health Facilities and Services Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Illinois State University Address of Requesting Entity: 310 Hovey Hall, Campus Box 4040, Normal, Illinois 61790 Description of Request: $500,000 for Illinois State University for curriculum development for an interdisciplinary Ph.D program in neurosciences to advance basic research and serve emerging health care needs in East Central Illinois. Of this amount, $250,000 is for personnel, $200,000 will purchase equipment, and $50,000 is for supplies, commodities, and office communications.

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leadership standards on project funding, I am submitting the following information regarding project funding I requested as part of Fiscal Year 2010 Energy and Water Appropriations bill--H.R. 3183: Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: H.R. 3183--Fiscal Year 2010 Energy and Water Appropriations bill Account: Department of Energy--EERE Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Eastern Illinois University Address of Requesting Entity: 600 Lincoln Avenue, Charleston, Illinois 61920 Description of Request: $1,000,000 for Eastern Illinois University to replace the campus central thermal plant with a biomass-fired combined heat and power center. Of this amount $1,000,000 will purchase equipment for the new plant. Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: H.R. 3183--Fiscal Year 2010 Energy and Water Appropriations bill Account: Department of Energy--EERE Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Heartland Community College Address of Requesting Entity: 1500 West Raab Road, Normal, Illinois 61761 Description of Request: $250,000 for the Illinois Community College Sustainability Network which will strengthen Illinois community colleges' capacity to promote and provide energy education and sustainable practices across Illinois. Of this amount, $173,040 is for energy efficiency and green job training personnel; $77,040 is for supplies and material support. Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: H.R. 3183--Fiscal Year 2010 Energy and Water Appropriations bill Account: Department of Energy--EERE Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Richland Community College Address of Requesting Entity: One College Park, Decatur, Illinois 62521 Description of Request: $500,000 for Richland Community College to expand on the existing biofuels degree program in an effort to provide a more comprehensive bioenergy program to include biodiesel, bioethanol, and other bioenergies in coordination with renewable energy programs. Of this amount $500,000 is for equipment.

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leadership standards on project funding, I am submitting the following information regarding project funding I requested as part of Fiscal Year 2010 Financial Services Appropriations bill H.R. 3170: Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: Fiscal Year 2010 Financial Services Appropriations bill Account: Small Business Administration Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Illinois State University Address of Requesting Entity: Campus Box 4040, Hovey 310, Normal, IL 61790-4040 Description of Request: $100,000 for a program to assist small to medium sized companies in Illinois in the expansion of exports by providing international planning, marketing and distribution expertise. It is my understanding that this funding will be used as follows: $50,000 for personnel; $40,000 for faculty and student travel; and $10,000 for supplies, marketing, and printing.

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, unfortunately Monday night, July 13, 2009, I was unable to cast my vote on the Motion to Adjourn. Had I been present for rollcall No. 530, on the Motion to Adjourn, I would have voted ``aye.''

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leadership standards on project funding, I am submitting the following information regarding project funding I requested as part of Fiscal Year 2010 Agriculture Appropriations bill--H.R. 2997: Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: H.R. 2997--Fiscal Year 2010 Agriculture Appropriations bill Account: National Institute of Food and Agriculture--SRG Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University of Illinois Address of Requesting Entity: College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, 1301 West Gregory Drive, Urbana, IL 61801 Description of Request: $176,000 for the University of Illinois Extension to extend its MarketMaker information technology platform to a national level that will enable food producers, processors, wholesalers and retailers electronic access to geographically- referenced data, thus enhancing the opportunity for food and agricultural entrepreneurs to identify and develop new and profitable markets and improve the efficiency and profitability of food systems in the United States and globally. Of this amount $91,277 is for personnel; $28,752 for Supplies; $17,204 for Publications; $13,198 for Services; $13,679 for travel; and $11,890 for USDA administrative costs. Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: H.R. 2997--Fiscal Year 2010 Agriculture Appropriations bill Account: National Institute of Food and Agriculture--SRG Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University of Illinois- Address of Requesting Entity: College of Veterinary Medicine, 1008 Hazelwood Dr., Urbana, IL 61802 Description of Request: $235,000 for the Illinois Center for One Medicine, One Health at the University of Illinois which will focus on research, training and outreach efforts designed to improve our society's preparedness and response to natural and intentional exposures of biological, chemical and physical agents. Of this amount $117,500 is for research; $47,000 is for the instruction of courses various academic programs; and $70,500 for training programs and excercises to serve state departments of agriculture and public health. Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: H.R. 2997--Fiscal Year 2010 Agriculture Appropriations bill Account: National Institute of Food and Agriculture--SRG Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University of Illinois Address of Requesting Entity: College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, 1301 West Gregory Drive, Urbana, IL 61801 Description of Request: $461,000 for the University of Illinois to conduct collaborative, multidisciplinary research to promote optimal human health by studying novel attributes of food. Of this amount $322,300 is for Personnel; $14,000 is for Participant/Trainee Support; $60,600 for Supplies; $3,300 for Publications; $29,800 for Travel; and $31,000 for USDA administrative costs. Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: H.R. 2997--Fiscal Year 2010 Agriculture Appropriations bill Account: National Institute of Food and Agriculture--SRG Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University of Illinois Address of Requesting Entity: College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, 1301 West Gregory Drive, Urbana, IL 61801 Description of Request: $745,000 for the Soybean Disease Biotechnology Center, located within the National Soybean Research Laboratory (NSRL) at the University of Illinois, which provides cutting edge research and a first line of defense against major soybean diseases. Of this amount $595,000 is for Personnel; $80,000 for Supplies; $20,000 for Travel; and $50,000 for USDA administrative costs.

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the Veterans of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 601 in Champaign, Illinois. On July 11, IBEW Local 601 will be sponsoring a World War II Heritage Day which will honor 48 of their members who fought for our freedom in World War II. The citizens of the United States of America find great inspiration in the men and women of our armed forces. We hold our revered veterans with the highest respect and admiration, remembering those who stepped forth with tremendous courage to make the ultimate sacrifice in World War II. On July 11, 2009 we join to celebrate a particularly inspiring group of this nation's citizens, the World War II Veterans of IBEW Local 601 who served with remarkable dedication to protect our cherished ideals of freedom and democracy. Throughout the history of our great nation, brave and patriotic individuals answered the most honorable call to serve this country. Out of the bloodshed and carnage of World War II rose shining examples of selfless courage, heroism and glorious deeds performed under the direst of circumstances and against a background of unprecedented loss of lives. From the moment of the first attack upon Pearl Harbor to the declarations of victory in Europe and Japan, this assault waged upon the entire world took an enormous toll in terms of human casualties. They went off willingly to the battlefields, seas and skies of Europe and the South Pacific to risk their lives. I have the utmost respect for the soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines of our armed forces who bravely served this nation during World War II and welcome the opportunity to acknowledge and thank the members of IBEW Local 601 for their valiant efforts in defending freedom and democracy, and in building a more peaceful world. To commemorate the noble service and sacrifices of IBEW Local 601 World War II Veterans, I would like to read each of their names into the Congressional Record. IBEW Local 601 World War II Veterans who served in the U.S. Navy: Andrew Messmer Arlo Deremial Earl ``Pete'' Schweighart Evan B. Renn Fred L. Cline Robert F. McNattin Glen Wilsky Howard McIntosh Hugh Bothwell Frederick C. Treseler Morgan C. Craft Richard G. Hensler Merle R. ``Bud'' Mingee Robert Carley Ralph L. Allison Ross Brown Cecil E. Reynolds Al Schaede Richard McNattin Miles P. ``Olie'' Bland Orville L. Bell John P. Bothwell Lafayette C. Craft Russell Reynolds IBEW Local 601 World War II Veterans who served in the U.S. Army: Brice ``Speedy'' Hartyman Clarence Berger Dale Terven David R. Goodwin Floyd H. Ellis George Panbacker Robert Faullin George Bland Howard Barham Russell E. Wicks Glen ``Red'' Eastman Nyles R. `` Shorty'' Hardyman Wally Lamb Harold E. McHenry Paul Rubenacker IBEW Local 601 World War II Veterans who served in the U.S. Army Air Force: E. L. ``Al'' Ruthstrom Lynn Norris Donald E. Wonders Harold Schweighart Wayne Billhymer Leo J. Francis John J. Minneci IBEW Local 601 World War II Veterans who served in the U.S. Marines: Harold Clements Richard Henry Hillier, Jr. May their noble service and sacrifices be remembered forever. I know the House of Representatives will join me in honoring the Veterans of IBEW Local 601 for their World War II Heritage Day on July 11, 2009.

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, on rollcall No. 425, I was present on the floor, but due to a malfunction, my vote was not recorded. Due to insufficient time to consider the subject before us, adjournment was the most responsible alternative. Thus my vote below would be in the affirmative. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yes.''

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, on rollcall No. 380, I was present the entire eight hours. Due to a apparent machine malfunction, I was not recorded as voting. This amendment is both fiscally responsible and addresses another excess in spending that continues to drive upward our national debt, crippling current economic growth and saddling future generations with an unacceptable burden which will strangle taxpayers and reduce critical essential benefits to social services, especially seniors. Had I been present, I would have voted ``aye.''

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, unfortunately Monday night, June 15, 2009, I was unable to cast my votes on H. Res. 430, H.R. 2325, H.R. 729 and H. Res. 540. Had I been present for rollcall No. 336, on suspending the rules and passing H. Res. 430, Expressing condolences to the citizens of Italy and support for the Government of Italy in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck the Abruzzo region of central Italy, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present for rollcall No. 337, on suspending the rules and passing H.R. 2325, the Laredo Veterans Post Office, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present for rollcall No. 338, on suspending the rules and passing H.R. 729, Phylicia's Law, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present for rollcall No. 339, on suspending the rules and passing H. Res. 540, Expressing condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of the victims of the catastrophic explosion at the ConAgra Foods plant in Garner, North Carolina, I would have voted ``aye.''

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leadership standards on project funding, I am submitting the following information regarding project funding I requested as part of Fiscal Year 2009 Defense Appropriations bill that was included in H.R. 2638: Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: Fiscal Year 2010 Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations bill Account: COPS-METH Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Illinois State University Address of Requesting Entity: Campus Box 4040, Hovey 310, Normal, IL 61790-4040 Description of Request: $200,000 to expand an innovative new program addressing the epidemic of methamphetamine use through treatment of arrested juveniles from rural populations. It is my understanding that this funding will be used as follows: $40,000 for psychiatric services; $30,000 for post discharge treatment; $35,000 for treatment Supplies; $20,000 for evaluation research consultants; $50,000 for salaries; and $25,000 for travel. Requesting Member: Timothy V. Johnson Bill Number: Fiscal Year 2010 Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations bill Account: NOAA-ORF Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Illinois State Geological Survey Address of Requesting Entity: 615 E. Peabody Drive, Champaign, IL 61820 Description of Request: $800,000 for the Illinois State Geological Survey to continue their Height Modernization project. The project would update the benchmarks in the state (approximately half can no longer be located), unify the database of benchmarks, and provide a digital elevation (LiDAR) model for the state. It is my understanding that the funding will be used as follows: $68,000 for salaries; $13,723 for travel; $8,000 for computer hardware and services; $210,000 for level lines and benchmarks in northern Illinois; $50,000 for Continuously Operating Reference (CORS) station; $180,000 for LiDAR data collection; $2,000 for outreach forums; $359 for commodities; $400 for telecommunications; $134,718 for facilities and administration at the University of Illinois; and $132,800 for NOAA/NGS overhead.

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. 333, H.R. 1886 would provide an element of stability in the troubled Middle East, but its cost, in these economic times, is excessive. As a result, I determined a ``present'' vote to be appropriate. I was present on the House floor for all votes prior to and after this vote on final passage; and due to a malfunction in the voting process, I was shown as ``Not Voting.'' This explanation is filed due to the unusual nature of the substance of the issue, and my position and recordation of same.

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, unfortunately on June 8, 2009, I was unable to cast my votes on H.R. 1736, H.R. 1709, and H. Res. 420. Had I been able to vote, I would have voted as follows: Had I been present for rollcall No. 311, on suspending the rules and passing H.R. 1736, International Science and Technology Cooperation Act, I would have voted ``yea.'' Had I been present for rollcall No. 312, on suspending the Rules and passing H.R. 1709, STEM Education Coordination Act of 2009, I would have voted ``yea.'' Had I been present for rollcall No. 313, on suspending the Rules and passing H. Res. 420, Celebrating the symbol of the United States flag and supporting the goals and ideals of Flag Day, I would have voted ``aye.''

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, unfortunately last night, June 2, 2009, I was unable to cast my votes on H. Res. 421, H.J. Res. 40, and H. Res. 489 and wish the record to reflect my intentions had I been able to vote. Had I been present for rollcall No. 292, on suspending the rules and passing H. Res. 421, Recognizing and commending the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on its 75th year anniversary, I would have voted ``Aye.'' Had I been present for rollcall No. 293, on suspending the Rules and passing H.J. Res. 40, To honor the achievements and contributions of Native Americans to the United States, and for other purposes, I would have voted ``Aye.'' Had I been present for rollcall No. 294, on suspending the rules and passing H. Res. 489, Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the suppression of protesters and citizens in and around Tiananmen Square, I would have voted ``Aye.''

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, unfortunately Monday night, May 18, 2009, I was unable to cast my votes on H. Res. 300, S. 386 and H. Res. 442 and wish the record to reflect my intentions had I been able to vote. Had I been present for rollcall No. 267, on suspending the rules and passing H. Res. 300, Congratulating Camp Dudley YMCA of Westport, New York, on the occasion of its 125th anniversary, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present for Rollcall No. 268, on suspending the Rules and agreeing to the Senate Amendments to the House Amendments on S. 386, the Fraud Enforcement and Recovery Act, I would have voted ``aye.'' Had I been present for Rollcall No. 269, on suspending the Rules and passing H. Res. 442, Recognizing the importance of the Child and Adult Care Food Program and its positive effect on the lives of low-income children and families, I would have voted ``aye.''

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, unfortunately yesterday, May 13, 2009, I was unable to cast my votes on H. Res. 427, H. Con. Res. 84 and H.R. 2162. Had I been present for Rollcall No. 246, on agreeing to the Rule providing for consideration of H.R. 2187, the 21st Century Green High- Performing Public School Facilities Act, I would have voted ``nay.'' Had I been present for Rollcall No. 247, on suspending the Rules and passing H. Con. Res. 84, Supporting the goals and objectives of a National Military Appreciation Month, I would have voted ``yea.'' Had I been present for Rollcall No. 248, on suspending the Rules and passing H.R. 2162, the Herbert A. Littleton Postal Station, I would have voted ``aye.''

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois

Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, unfortunately last night, May 12, 2009, I was unable to cast my votes on the Motion to Table the Flake Question of Privilege, H. Res. 413 and H. Res. 378 and wish the record to reflect my intentions had I been able to vote. Had I been present for rollcall No. 243, on the Motion to Table Representative Flake's Question of Privilege, I would have voted ``nay.'' Had I been present for rollcall No. 244, on suspending the Rules and passing H. Res. 413, Supporting the goals and ideals of ``IEEE Engineering the Future'' Day on May 13, 2009, I would have voted ``yea.'' Had I been present for rollcall No. 245, on suspending the Rules and passing H. Res. 378, Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the election of Margaret Thatcher as the first female Prime Minister of Great Britain, I would have voted ``yea.''