Billy Long

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Sergeant Major Michael Clemens of Republic, Missouri, as he retires after 30 years of service in the United States Army. Sergeant Major Clemens began his career in high school with service in the Missouri Army National Guard, but soon transitioned to the U.S. Army as an active duty soldier. In his 30 years, he served in many different places, including in the Middle East and all throughout the U.S. While serving overseas, Sergeant Major Clemens took part in Operations Iraqi Freedom, Desert Storm and Intrinsic Action. To add to his already long resume, Sergeant Major Clemens worked diligently to complete every level of training in the Noncommissioned Officer Education System, leading to his graduation from the United States Sergeants Major Academy. Sergeant Major Clemens exemplifies the sought-after traits of leadership, courage, responsibility and discipline. Throughout the course of his career he received numerous awards, including five Army Commendation Medals, the Afghanistan Campaign Medal with three stars, the Humanitarian Service Medal and a list of others. His commitment to his country exists not only on the large scale of his sacrifice, but also in participating in one of our most fundamental rights as American citizens that of voting, and his consistent voting record through his absentee voting in primary and general elections as he served abroad. Sergeant Major Clemens has shown time and time again that he is worthy of the awards and recognition he has received throughout his time serving our great nation. I am honored to congratulate him on his successful career and I am confident that his strong character will lead him to continue to make positive impacts on the world around him.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 30th anniversary of TLC Properties. TLC Properties was founded in 1988 in Springfield, Missouri, by Sam and Carol Coryell, and to this day, remains a family owned and operated business. Priding themselves on this fact, Mr. and Mrs. Coryell's three sons, Sam Jr., Daniel and David, play an important role in the company and its successes. The Coryell's business brilliance and persistence has allowed TLC Properties to grow from just one rental house in eastern Springfield, to more than 3,000 apartments across 20 different communities. TLC Properties' strong apartment networks have enabled the company to address its clients' various needs and residential concerns. This company was founded on principles of strong character, service, teamwork, excellence, humility and gratitude. I believe that the company's track record has demonstrated that these values have consistently been upheld. TLC Properties motto is, ``do unto others as you would have others do unto you.'' Whether it's at the corporate level or the property level, TLC strives to uphold this motto by offering the best product at the best price. I must commemorate TLC Properties for its three decades of quality housing, and encourage others from our beautiful 7th District of Missouri to live by TLC Properties' values.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the professionalism, business brilliance and leadership driven success of Larry Young, president and CEO of Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, who also happens to be a native of Springfield, Missouri. Mr. Young is the leader of an extensive and passionate employee base, with 20,000 employees in totality. These workers are responsible for the making, marketing, selling and distributing over 50 beverage brands. Mr. Young joined the company in 2006 as president and chief operating officer. Later on, in October of 2007, he became the company's president and CEO. Mr. Young's business prowess is demonstrated by his active role in helping create a new business model for a fully integrated beverage company. He encouraged the integration of brand ownership and marketing with bottling and distribution operations; centralizing the company and allowing it to build its own independent leading brands with a reliable, consistent and secure route to market. Throughout his almost 40-year career in the bottling industry, Mr. Young has produced and sold virtually every beverage in the Americas, Europe, and Russia. Mr. Young also holds a plethora of honors and acknowledgements. In 2015, he received the Beverage Forum Lifetime Achievement Award. In 2010, he was named Executive of the Year by Beverage Industry magazine, and was inducted into the Beverage World Soft Drink Hall of Fame in 2008. From 2008 to 2010, he also served as chairman of the board of the American Beverage Association. Mr. Young represents the hard-working and persistent culture of southwest Missouri. I want to congratulate Mr. Young on his upcoming retirement and I wish him the absolute best in the next chapter of his life.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Mr. Martin MacDonald for his induction into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. Mr. MacDonald serves as the Director of Conservation for Bass Pro Shops, seeking to connect those who love the outdoors with the ideals of protecting wildlife and the habitat in which they live. He has worked with and assisted in the founding of several organizations that strive to promote conservation based policies, including the Upper White River Basin Foundation. He serves on the James River Basin Partnership and is a board member at the Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium. Being a prominent member of the conservation community, Mr. MacDonald works closely with the National Association of Fish and Wildlife agencies to determine how best to preserve and protect Missouri's outdoor resources. His record over the course of a twenty-plus year career has earned him special recognition from the National Association of State Park Directors as someone who is deeply committed to promoting the outdoors. This commitment to the ideals of conservation has now earned him a much-deserved spot in the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. My highest appreciation goes to Mr. MacDonald for all the fine work he has done for southwest Missouri and to all the efforts he has made in the conservation and wildlife communities. My district is one that many folks enjoy hunting, fishing and the beauty of the outdoors and I know they join me in thanking Mr. MacDonald for all the great work he has accomplished throughout his career.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, on Monday, February 26, 2018, and Tuesday, February 27, 2018 I was unable to vote on any legislative measures. Had I been present, I would have voted the following: (Roll no. 81) On passage of H.R. 1222--Congenital Heart Futures Reauthorization Act, had I been present I would have voted yes; (Roll no. 82) On passage of H.R. 2422--Action for Dental Health Act, had I been present I would have voted yes; (Roll no. 83) On motion to table the appeal of the PERSONAL EXPLANATION ruling of the chair, had I been present I would have voted yes; (Roll no. 84) On ordering the previous question providing for consideration of 1865--Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of 2017, had I been present I would have voted yes; (Roll no. 85) On adoption of the rule providing for consideration of H.R. 1865--Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of 2017, had I been present I would have voted yes; (Roll no. 86) On ordering the previous question providing for consideration of H.R. 4296--to place requirements on operational risk capital requirements for banking organizations established by an appropriate Federal banking agency and H.R. 4607--the Comprehensive Regulatory Review Act, had I been present I would have voted yes; (Roll no. 87) On adoption of the combined rule providing for consideration of H.R. 4296--to place requirements on operational risk capital requirements for banking organizations established by an appropriate Federal banking agency and H.R. 4607--the Comprehensive Regulatory Review Act, had I been present I would have voted yes; (Roll no. 88) On democrat motion to recommit, had I been present I would have voted no; (Roll no. 89) On passage of H.R. 4296--to place requirements on operational risk capital requirements for banking organizations established by an appropriate Federal banking agency, had I been present I would have voted yes; (Roll no. 90) On Walters of California Amendment to H.R. 1865--Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act, had I been present I would have voted yes; and (Roll no. 91) On passage of H.R. 1865--Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act, had I been present I would have voted yes.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, on Wednesday, January 17, 2018, I was unable to vote on any legislative measures due to an illness. Had I been present, I would have voted the following: Roll no. 20, On ordering the previous question providing for consideration of H.R. 3326--World Bank Accountability Act and H.R. 2954--Home Mortgage Disclosure Adjustment Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. Roll no. 21, On adoption of the combined rule providing for consideration of H.R. 3326--the World Bank Accountability Act and H.R. 2954--the Home Mortgage Disclosure Adjustment Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. Roll no. 22, On passage of H.R. 4258--Family Self-Sufficiency Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. Roll no. 23, On agreeing to the amendment of Mr. Connolly of Virginia Part A Amendment No. 2 to H.R. 3326--World Bank Accountability Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. Roll no. 24, On passage of H.R. 3326--World Bank Accountability Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. Roll no. 25, On passage of H.R. 4279--Expanding Investment Opportunities Act, had I been present I would have doted yes. Roll no. 26, On Approving the Journal, had I been present I would have voted yes.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Captain Aaron J. Eidem of Webb City, Missouri, for his service to this nation and his heroic act of selflessness. Captain Eidem was an active duty member of the U.S. Army for 20 years, serving as a military police officer and instructor. Having been deployed three times, Captain Eidem earned the Bronze Star and Purple Heart for his valiant efforts on the battlefield. Since 2014, Captain Eidem was an adjunct professor of military science at Missouri State University Army ROTC and was highly respected by students and faculty alike. Driving home one evening, Captain Eidem witnessed an accident that left a disabled vehicle dangerously protruding into the passing lane along a busy stretch of I-44. Being the man of service that he was, Captain Eidem pulled over to assist the individuals in the vehicle. As Captain Eidem returned to his vehicle and attempted to lead the individuals to safety, a tractor-trailer struck his vehicle, making this his final selfless deed. I am honored that Captain Eidem resided in my district, and am proud to have represented such an unparalleled person. His service to this nation and to his fellow countrymen will not be forgotten.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Coach John Roderique, head coach of the Webb City High School football team. The football program at Webb City in southwest Missouri has been highly successful under his leadership. After graduating from Webb City, Coach Roderique went to Pittsburg State University where he was a two-time All-American linebacker. He returned to his alma mater and became head coach in 1997, when he first led the Cardinals to the state championship after a perfect season. To take home the championship ring during his inaugural year is something most coaches can only dream of. Coach Roderique and the Cardinals would go on to take home 9 more of those rings and was the runner up twice. With 245 wins under his belt, Coach Roderique has the best percentage of success in all of Missouri high school football. This spring, Coach Roderique was inducted into the Joplin Area Sports Hall of Fame. He is also a member of the Missouri Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame, an accolade only available to a select few of Missouri's best leaders on the gridiron. Coaches have to be teachers, counselors and sometimes another parent to their team. To take on those three mammoth responsibilities at once is something that takes great commitment. Few have shown more commitment than Coach Roderique. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the 7th District of Missouri, I would like to congratulate Coach John Roderique on this most recent honor. Even though he does not need it, I wish Coach Roderique the best of luck in the next season and every season after.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, on Wednesday, November 29, 2017, I was unable to vote on any legislative measures because I was accompanying the President for a speech in Missouri. Had I been present, I would have voted the following: (Roll no. 640) On ordering the previous question providing for consideration of H.R. 3017--Brownfields Enhancement, Economic Redevelopment, and Reauthorization Act, and H.R. 3905--Minnesota's Economic Rights in the Superior National Forest Act, I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 641) On adoption of the combined rule providing for consideration of H.R. 3017--Brownfields Enhancement, Economic Redevelopment, and Reauthorization Act, and H.R. 3905--Minnesota's Economic Rights in the Superior National Forest Act, I would have voted yes.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. John Roy Dodson, Jr., a World War II veteran and a shining example of patriotism. We in the 7th District of Missouri are proud to share our home with folks like him. In 1943, Mr. Dodson went to basic training at Camp Robinson in California. This was the first step in a fruitful career of service that took him from Hawaii to New Zealand on a troop ship to repel encroaching Japanese forces. He was part of the U.S. Army's 25th Infantry Division that secured Guadalcanal after the Guadalcanal Campaign, and from there he was sent to battle on Bougainville Island and later to the Philippines. There, half of the division was responsible for taking Manila while Mr. Dodson was part of the effort to secure the mountains. As a member of the planned invasion of Japan, Mr. Dodson was 50 miles away from the shore of Osaka when the U.S. dropped its atomic bomb. Finally, he was part of the occupying force that kept order in Japan. This December, Mr. Dodson will be honored for his service by peers and loved ones. Newscaster Tom Brokaw wrote that those who fought in WWII were part of the ``greatest generation any society has ever produced.'' They served not for fame or fortune but simply because they loved their country, and having grown up during one of the most tumultuous times in our nation's history, these men and women exemplify the resilient frontier spirit that makes America great. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to have the opportunity to honor Mr. Dodson and veterans like him any chance I get. The 7th District of Missouri, as well as the rest of the United States, are forever indebted to John Roy Dodson, Jr. We thank him for his service and wish him all the best in all future endeavors

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Mr. Richard Peters on his successful career in the U.S. Navy. Richard Peters selfless service to the U.S. Navy has led to him being awarded a number of awards, such as the China Service Medal, the Korean Service Medal and the National Defense Medal, among other awards. Due to his distinguished career, Richard Peters has also been authorized the Republic of Korea War Service Medal and the United Nations Service Medal. I am honored to have a man like Richard Peters in my district. I can't thank him enough for his service and sacrifice for our country. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of Missouri's 7th Congressional District, I ask my colleagues to congratulate Richard Peters on his distinguished Naval career. I wish him all of the best in his future endeavors.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, on Tuesday, October 10, 2017, Wednesday, October 11, 2017, Thursday, October 12, 2017, Monday, October 23, 2017, Tuesday, October 24, 2017, and the first vote series on Wednesday, October 25, 2017, I was unable to vote on legislative measures due to a foot injury. Had I been present, I would have voted the following: (Roll no. 558) On passage of H.R. 1858--To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4514 Williamson Trail in Liberty, Pennsylvania, as the ``Staff Sergeant Ryan Scott Ostrom Post Office'', had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 559) On passage of H.R. 2464--To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 25 New Chardon Street Lobby in Boston, Massachusetts, as the ``John Fitzgerald Kennedy Post Office'', had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 560) On ordering the previous question providing for consideration of S. 585--Dr. Chris Kirkpatrick Whistleblower Protection Act of 2017, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 561) On adoption of the rule providing for consideration of S. 585--Dr. Chris Kirkpatrick Whistleblower Protection Act of 2017, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 562) On passage of H.R. 452--To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 324 West Saint Louis Street in Pacific, Missouri, as the ``Specialist Jeffrey L. White, Jr. Post Office'', had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 563) On passage of H.R. 3243--FITARA Enhancement Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 564) On motion to Instruct Conferees on H.R. 2810--National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018, had I been present I would have voted no. (Roll no. 565) On motion to Close Portions of the Conference on H.R. 2810--National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 566) On passage of the House Amendment to Senate Amendment to H.R. 2266--Additional Supplemental Appropriations for Disaster Relief Requirements Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 567) On motion to recommit with instructions to S. 585--Dr. Chris Kirkpatrick Whistleblower Protection, had I been present I would have voted no. (Roll no. 568) On passage of S. 585--Dr. Chris Kirkpatrick Whistleblower Protection, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 569) On passage of H.R. 3551--C-TPAT Reauthorization Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 570) On passage of S. 504--Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Travel Cards Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 571) On approval of the Journal, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 572) On ordering the previous question providing for consideration of H.R. 469--the Sunshine for Regulations and Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2017 and H.R. 732--the Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2017, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 573) On adoption of the combined rule providing for consideration of H.R. 469--the Sunshine for Regulations and Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2017 and H.R. 732--the Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2017, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 574) On passage of H.R. 2142--International Narcotics Trafficking Emergency Response by Detecting Incoming Contraband with Technology (INTERDICT) Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 575) On agreeing to the amendment of Mr. Cohen of Tennessee Part B Amendment No. 2 to H.R. 732--Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act had I been present I would have voted no. (Roll no. 576) On agreeing to the amendment of Mr. Johnson of Georgia Part B Amendment No. 3 to H.R. 732--Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act, had I been present I would have voted no. (Roll no. 577) On agreeing to the amendment of Ms. Jackson Lee of Texas Part B Amendment No. 4 to H.R. 732--Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act, had I been present I would have voted no. (Roll no. 578) On agreeing to the amendment of Mr. Cicilline of Rhode Island Part B Amendment No. 5 to H.R. 732--Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act, had I been present I would have voted no. (Roll no. 579) On agreeing to the amendment of Mr. Conyers of Michigan Part B Amendment No. 6 to H.R. 732--Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act, had I been present I would have voted no. (Roll no. 580) On passage of H.R. 732--Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 581) On passage of H.R. 3898--Otto Warmbier North Korea Nuclear Sanctions Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 582) On ordering the previous question providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to H. Con. Res. 71--establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2018 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2019 through 2027, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 583) On adoption of the rule providing for consideration of H. Con. Res. 71--establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2018 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2019 through 2027, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 584) On approval of the Journal, had I been present I would have voted yes.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, on Tuesday, September 26, 2017, Wednesday, September 27, 2017, Thursday, September 28, 2017, Monday, October 2, 2017, Tuesday, October 3, 2017, and Wednesday, October 4, 2017, I was unable to vote on any legislative measures due to a foot injury. Had I been present, I would have voted the following: (Roll no. 532) On ordering the previous question providing for consideration of H.R. 2824--Increasing Opportunity and Success for Children and Parents through Evidence-Based Home Visiting Act, and H.R. 2792--Control Unlawful Fugitive Felons Act of 2017, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 533) On adoption of the rule providing for consideration of H.R. 2824--Increasing Opportunity and Success for Children and Parents through Evidence-Based Home Visiting Act, and H.R. 2792--Control Unlawful Fugitive Felons Act of 2017, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 534) On approval of the journal, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 535) On agreeing to the amendment of Mr. Pascrell of New Jersey Amendment No. 2 to H.R. 2824--Increasing Opportunity and Success for Children and Parents through Evidence-Based Home Visiting Act, had I been present I would have voted no. (Roll no. 536) On motion to recommit with instructions to H.R. 2824-- Increasing Opportunity and Success for Children and Parents through Evidence-Based Home Visiting Act, had I been present I would have voted no. (Roll no. 537) On passage of H.R. 2824--Increasing Opportunity and Success for Children and Parents through Evidence-Based Home Visiting Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 538) On ordering the previous question providing for consideration of H.R. 3823--Disaster Tax Relief and Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2017, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 539) On adoption of the rule providing for consideration of H.R. 3823--Disaster Tax Relief and Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2017, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 540) On passage of H. Res. 311--Recognizing that for 50 years the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) has worked toward stability, prosperity, and peace in Southeast Asia, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 541) On motion to recommit with instructions to H.R. 3823-- Disaster Tax Relief and Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2017, had I been present I would have voted no. (Roll no. 542) On passage of H.R. 3823--Disaster Tax Relief and Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2017, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 543) On passage of H.R. 2792--Control Unlawful Fugitive Felons Act of 2017, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 544) On passage of H.R. 1547--Udall Park Land Exchange Completion Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 545) On passage of H.R. 965--Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park Redesignation Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 546) On ordering the previous question providing for consideration of H.R. 36--Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 547) On adoption of the rule providing for consideration of H.R. 36--Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 548) On motion to recommit with instructions to H.R. 36-- Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, had I been present I would have voted no. (Roll no. 549) On passage of H.R. 36--Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 550) On passage of S. 782--PROTECT Our Children Act, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 551) On ordering the previous question providing for consideration of H. Con. Res. 71--FY2018 Budget Resolution, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 552) On adoption of the rule providing for consideration of H. Con. Res. 71--FY2018 Budget Resolution, had I been present I would have voted yes. (Roll no. 553) On agreeing to the amendment of Mr. Grijalva of Arizona Substitute Amendment No. 1 to H. Con. Res. 71--FY2018 Budget Resolution, had I been present I would have voted no. (Roll no. 554) On agreeing to the amendment of Mr. Scott of Virginia Substitute Amendment No. 2 to H. Con. Res. 71--FY2018 Budget Resolution, had I been present I would have voted no.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 150th anniversary of the Hazelwood Cemetery, which is located in Springfield, Missouri. The Hazelwood Cemetery was officially dedicated on October 26, 1867, and was originally located several miles outside of city limits. However, despite the original location outside of the city, over the years Springfield has grown around the Hazelwood Cemetery. On the 14th of October this year, the Hazelwood Cemetery will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary. 150 years of both history and service to the Springfield community will be celebrated on this day. The Hazelwood Cemetery honors John Polk Campbell, the founder of Springfield, John T. Woodruff, the visionary of Route 66 and many other notable members of the local Springfield community. On behalf of Missouri's 7th Congressional District, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the significant role the Hazelwood Cemetery has played in honoring the lives of the Springfield community.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Carthage Lodge 197 on its 150th birthday. On the 7th of October, members of this Freemason lodge will gather to celebrate this landmark occasion. The first organized Grand Lodge met in 1717 in England. Freemasonry has promoted a strong sense of pride, family values and intellectual development in its members over the centuries. Furthermore, Freemasonry has deep roots in the United States, with George Washington himself being initiated into Freemasonry in the year of 1752. Freemasonry has been part of Missouri and the city of Carthage for generations. The Grand Lodge of Missouri chartered a lodge in Carthage, Missouri in 1849. In 1861 this lodge was destroyed, but no one is exactly sure how this lodge was destroyed. Most likely it was destroyed in the Battle of Carthage during the Civil War. In 1867, former members of the previous lodge and other Freemasons gathered to organize for the chartering of a new lodge to be located in the city. The current Carthage Lodge 197 was granted its charter on October 19, 1867. Members of the lodge meet in this location to this very day. I am honored to recognize the 150 years of the Carthage Lodge 197 in southwest Missouri. This is truly a historical achievement. On behalf of Missouri's 7th Congressional District, I ask all my colleagues to join me in congratulating the members of Carthage Lodge 197 on its 150th birthday.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Bolivar High School Fishing Team and their recent victory in the National Youth Fishing Association (NYFA) South Division Championship. Bolivar High School anglers, Andrew Johnson and John Hubbert, emerged as champions of the high school division on Sunday, July 16, 2017. Taking place at the Pomme de Terre Lake, the NYFA South Division event brought 290 high school and middle school teams to southern Missouri where the anglers from Bolivar took first place. John and Andrew not only brought home a trophy but $2,000 worth of scholarship money as well. I am honored to both recognize and congratulate Andrew and John, along with the Bolivar High School Fishing Team, on this terrific achievement. On behalf of Missouri's 7th Congressional District, I ask all of my colleagues to join me in congratulating this team and these two individuals on their outstanding achievements.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Krystal Caylor on her 2017 gold medal in the 200-yard individual medley race. Competing in the Missouri State High School State Activities Association swimming championships, Ms. Caylor proudly represented the 7th district's Kickapoo High School located in Springfield, Missouri. Ms. Caylor went on to take the gold and win the 200-yard individual medley with a time of 2:03.48. Ms. Caylor has now finished her Kickapoo swimming career and intends to continue her swimming career at the collegiate level at the University of Indianapolis. I am honored to recognize Ms. Caylor for her outstanding achievement and wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors. On behalf of Missouri's 7th Congressional District, I ask all of my colleagues to join me in congratulating Ms. Caylor on her outstanding performance.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the 2017 Strafford High School Girls Basketball Team on an undefeated season that was topped off with a state championship title. The Strafford Indians maintained absolute perfection throughout the 2017 girls basketball season, failing to lose a single game and finishing with an outstanding 33-0 win-loss record. Strafford emerged victorious in March 2017 with a Missouri Class 3 girls basketball state championship. This is the Indian's second straight girls basketball state championship in a row after a title in 2016 as well. I am honored to recognize the Strafford High School Girls Basketball Team on their magnificent season and dedication to hard work and excellence. On behalf of Missouri's 7th Congressional District, I ask all of my colleagues to join me in congratulating these impressive young women on their great season.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Sarcoxie High School archery team on their recent victory in the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) tournament in which they were named national champions. The NASP tournament was held in Louisville, Kentucky. The tournament had almost 15,000 young archers competing from 670 different schools. Missouri alone had 857 student archers from 45 different schools. Sarcoxie's team won the national championship and broke a few records in the process. Sarcoxie is also the smallest school to have won this prestigious national championship. This outstanding archery team also set the record for the highest NASP national tournament team score. The team achieved a score of 3,465 out of a possible 3,600. In addition to Sarcoxie's achievements, a total of five Missouri schools were in the top 10 of this competition I am honored to recognize the record setting achievements of the Sarcoxie High School archery team. On behalf of Missouri's 7th Congressional District, I ask all of my colleagues to join me in wishing the Sarcoxie High School archery team many congratulations and best wishes for the future.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Dr. Tricia Derges of Springfield, Missouri, on her recent winning of two prestigious awards. Dr. Derges has been a resident of the Springfield area for 40 years and during this time she has contributed to the community in many ways. Dr. Derges has recently won both the National Jefferson Award for Southwest Missouri and the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Award. Both of these awards recognize individuals for their public service. The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Award is only awarded to five individuals per year across the United States. This clearly highlights the significant work Dr. Derges has taken over the years to help her community. Dr. Derges set up the mission clinic named Lift Up in Springfield. This clinic provides a range of medical, dental and mental health services to veterans and the poor across Springfield. Dr. Derges and her clinic have helped thousands of people in the Springfield area. I am truly honored to recognize the work by Dr. Derges and her dedication to improving the lives of others. On behalf of Missouri's 7th Congressional District, I ask all of my colleagues to join me in congratulating Dr. Derges on her recent awards and wishing her all the best.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Better Life in Recovery, an organization located in Springfield, Missouri. Founded by David Stoecker, this organization is a wonderful example of community service and is an inspiration to many across the state of Missouri. Better Life in Recovery has a mission that is twofold. Firstly, to foster dignity for those who struggle with substance abuse and mental health issues through performing community service. Secondly, the organization seeks to generate more public awareness of the dangers of substance abuse, through the medium of educational presentations, media interviews and public safety announcements. On September 16 of this year the organization will be hosting a fundraising race to benefit recovery programs. It will begin at Rutledge Wilson Farm in Springfield. The fact that the race is held in September is also very pertinent with regards to the Better Life in Recovery's mission as it is held during National Recovery Month. National Recovery Month runs through the month of September. The purpose of National Recovery Month is to raise awareness and understanding of the various mental and substance use disorders some of our fellow Americans suffer from. It is also a month to celebrate those who have recovered from their addictions. Mr. Speaker, Better Life in Recovery is an inspirational organization that I am humbled to recognize today. I would like to extend my personal congratulations and admiration on their achievements and hard work over the years. On behalf of the 7th District of Missouri, I wish this great organization the best of luck in all of their future endeavors.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Mark Twain Elementary School in Carthage, Missouri, on its 100th Anniversary as well as its principal, Ms. Laurel Rosenthal, on 50 years of service. On September 17, 2017, Mark Twain Elementary School will celebrate a major milestone in its history, that of 100 years of educating many generations of Missourians. Today this school educates more than 300 students from kindergarten until the fourth grade. This school was the pilot school for the Vision Program, which helps young students with their reading. Ms. Rosenthal started at Mark Twain in 1967 and has remained in the same building throughout her career. Over the years, Ms. Rosenthal turned down many offers from different school districts, demonstrating her loyalty and dedication to serving the kids of Mark Twain Elementary School. Her leadership through the years has provided generations of young children in Carthage with a quality education. On behalf of Missouri's 7th Congressional District, I ask my colleagues to congratulate Ms. Rosenthal on her years of service, and Mark Twain Elementary School on 100 years of educating the young minds of southwest Missouri.

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Mr. LONG. Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk.

Mr. LONG. Mr. Chairman, my amendment is very straightforward. It would make clear that two laws enacted several decades ago to manage the aftereffects of industrial toxic waste spills would not apply to everyday emissions that are simply a way of life on family farms. A court decision earlier this year overturned the EPA exemption for agriculture from reporting requirements under the Superfund and emergency planning and community right-to-know laws. This court decision means that over 100,000 farmers and ranchers will be forced to report odor emissions from livestock and poultry manure. If farmers and ranchers don't submit these reports, they face potential lawsuits from the government and any citizen who wishes to sue them, subjecting them to penalties as high as $53,907 per day for not filing paperwork. Farmers will lose time and money that would otherwise be spent growing our Nation's food supply. Mr. Chairman, I think that it is important that I note that the Obama administration as well as the Bush administration defended this exemption. This is not a partisan issue. This is simply a case of reaffirming congressional intent under the law, as the EPA already tried to do several years ago. Mr. Chairman, I urge all Members to vote in favor of my amendment, and I reserve the balance of my time.

Mr. LONG. Mr. Chairman, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from California (Mr. Calvert).