Day. As members return to the capitol after two weeks of gatheringings and work in their home districts, may they be renewed in energy to address the issues of these historic days. May a sincere love for and dedication to our form of government prevail over partisan interests, that our experiment in republican democracy might turn into a hopeful future. May we all be forever grateful that our nation was founded by gifted politicians. Founders who gave the world the great gift of Representative Government having rights guaranteed by a constitution truly inspired. May all that is done this day be for your greater honor and glory. Amen. The speaker pro tempore the chair has examined the journal of the last days proceedings and announces to the house his pproval thereof. Pursuant to clause 1 of rule 1, the journal stands approved. The pledge of allegiance will be led by the gentleman from washington, mr. Newhouse. Mr. New house madge and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under god, mr. Newhouse i pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of america and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under god, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. The speaker pro tempore the chair will entertain requests for oneminute speeches. For what purpose does the gentleman from washington seek recognition . Mr. Newhouse mr. Speaker, i ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. Mr. Newhouse mr. Speaker, i rise today as National Hispanic heritage month comes to a close to celebrate the Central WashingtonHispanic Chamber of commerce, which is celebrating 10 years of service to Central Washington communities. Formed anic chamber was to support formed to support yakima valleys growing Latino Business community. They worked to develop a professional network that fosters a thriving business environment, encouraging job development, and promotes business growth. Their Diverse Membership is a testament to the range of positive contributions hispanic americans and latinos have on our Central Washington communities. Last month the chamber hosted taco fest, a celebration to mark the beginning of hispanic heritage month with our friends and neighbors throughout the yakima valley. They also annually hold the australia awards which honors local hispanic leaders and professionals. Im proud to represent the Central WashingtonHispanic Chamber of commerce and its members whose work strengthens and improves our local communities in the yakima valley. I urge all my colleagues to help me celebrate their 10 year anniversary. I thank all who joined me in celebrating the contributions of hispanic and latino americans during National Hispanic heritage month. Thank you, mr. Speaker. I yield back the balance of my time. The speaker pro tempore the gentlemans time has expired. For what purpose does the gentleman from South Carolina seek recognition . Mr. Wilson mr. Speaker, i ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. Revise and extend my remarks. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. Mr. Wilson thank you, mr. Speaker. Two weeks ago i participated as the Ranking Member with cochairman Alcee Hastings and cochairman senator roger wicker of the joint commission on security and cooperation in europe, the helsinki commission, to attend the parliamentaryry assembly in marrakech, morocco, with fellow congressman Emanuel Cleaver and andy harris. We were warmly received to north africa. We saw firsthand the vibrant democracy conducting parliamentary and president ial elections. We placed a wreath at the north africa American Cemetery where over 6,500 americans are memorialized for liberating north africa from nazi occupation. In jerusalem, we dedicated we met with our dedicated u. S. Ambassador to israel who presented an update on the u. S. Israeli alliance. Prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu enthusiastically reviewed the ever changing political situation. We were inspired with an audience with the pay tree arc of jerusalem. Chief of staff alex johnson provided briefing materials for the assembly in marrakech. With parliamentarians from 57 nations it was refreshing we had the opportunities for full articipation by asemipresident by the president and secretary ten of italy. Secretarygeneral of italy. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania seek recognition . Mr. Thompson mr. Speaker, request unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. Revise and extend. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. Mr. Thompson thank you, mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, i rise today in recognition of the Organization Skills u. S. A. Last month i had the pleasure of joining more than 550 students and advisors from 29 different states as skills u. S. A. s annual Washington Leadership Training Institute program which culminated in a rally at the capitol. Skills u. S. A. Is a partnership of students, teachers, and Industry Leaders working together to ensure america has a skilled work force that is capable of closing our nations skill gap through career and technical education, otherwise known as c. T. E. There are more than seven million job openings in the United States today. Many of these jobs dont require a Fouryear College degree, but they do require skills best training in any number of fields, including stem, nursing, information technology, cyber security, and so much more. C. T. E. Is an investment in learners at every stage of life that empowers students to take control of their futures with viable training that can lead to well paying and rewarding jobs. Skills u. S. A. Is a leader in this movement. Thank you, mr. Speaker. I yield back the balance of my time. The speaker pro tempore the gentlemans time has expired. Pursuant to clause 12a of rule 1, the chair declares the house in recess until approximately 3 30 p. M. Today. A small majority agree that president ial candidates should be required to release their recent tax returns in order to appear on the ballot. While only 26 of republicans agree, p 4 of democrats and 57 of independents support the idea. There is greater partisan consensus on passing laws that require people to show government issued i. D. s before voting. The poll indicates that 78 of americans support such voter i. D. Laws. This includes significant majorities of republicans, democrats, and independents. In addition to requiring candidates to release their tax returns and passing voter i. D. Laws, majorities of americans also favor making election day a national holiday. Randomizing the order in which candidate names appear on the ballot. Automatically registering all citizens to o vote. And allowing people convicted of felonies to vote after they have served their sentences. You can dive deeper into the numbers at cspan. Org. Frorme Trump Campaign advisor george pop pop paparazzi explains his view into the investigation of russia and the 2016 president ial campaign. He served 12 days in prison for lying to the f. B. I. During the investigation and written a book about his experience. Mr. Papadopoulos spoke to an audience in West Palm Beach florida. [applause] mr. Papadopoulos thank you, everyone