The speaker pro tempore the house will be in order. The chair lays before the house a communication from the speaker. The clerk the speakers rooms, washington, d. C. November 13, 2019. I hereby appoint the honorable Henry Cuellar to act as speaker pro tempore on this day. Signed, nancy pelosi, speaker of the house of representatives. The speaker pro tempore pursuant to the order of the house of january 3, 2019, the chair will now recognize members from lists submitted by the majority and minority leaders for morning hour debate. The chair will alternate recognition between the parties. All time shall be equally allocated between the parties and in no event shall debate continue beyond 11 50 a. M. Each member other than the majority and minority leaders and minority whip shall be limited to five minutes. The chair now recognizes the gentleman from texas, mr. Green, for five minutes. Mr. Green thank you, mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, it and still i rise. And still i rise because i love my country. And today i rise to defend those who are recipients of the daca program. I rise to defend these young unfortunately bigotry is being weaponized against them. I rise because the chief executive officer has indicated that there are hardened criminals among them, but he does it in such a way as to demean and defame all of them. He does it on the day that the Supreme Court of the United States of america is considering a case with reference to daca recipients. I rise to defend them. These are young people who came to this country at a very early age. They did not come of their own volition. These are young people who have been screened and vetted. These are young people who have gone on to get good educations. These are young people who are contributing to our society. I rise to defend the daca rerecipients. I rise because i understand whats going on. This chief executive officer is not going to stop. This is just another phase of his attempts to weaponize bigotry, hatred, racism. , did it with the muslim ban weaponizing religion. He did it with the shole countries, weaponizing race. He did it with some nice people, fine people among those in charlottesville where a woman lost her life. Weaponizing antisemitism. And he has done it repeatedly and will not stop. He went on to do it with the ban on transgender persons in the military, weaponizing homophobea. This is not going to stop. We must move to impeach this president. And im proud to say that history now is going to record that on this day witnesses appeared to give testimony with reference to why the president should be impeached. Thats how the testimony is going to be presented. Im not crowd that this is happening. I love my country. I dont want this to happen in my country. Didnt come to congress to be a part of an impeachment effort against the president , but when a president attempts to weaponize race, bigotry, xenophobia, islamophobea, homephobia, that president ought to be impeached and he will be. I yield back the balance of my time. The speaker pro tempore members are reminded to refrain from engaging in personalities toward the president. The chair now recognizes the gentleman from michigan, mr. Itchell, for five minutes. Mr. Mitchell thank you, mr. Speaker. The house of representatives most certainly faces a vote to impeach the president before the end of this year. I urge my colleagues to carefully and deliberately contemplate this next step in their votes. The constitution provides great latitude to this body in impeaching a president. It is up to us, all 435 of us in this chamber, to determine what constitutes a high crime and misdemeanor. And those determinations clearly vary greatly amongst us. As we cast those votes, we must consider our place in history and the implications of those votes in the future of this republic. Alexander hamilton warned of the risks of impeachment becoming a partisan act. In federalist number 65 he wrote of his fear during impeachment there will always be the greatest danger that the decision will be regulated more by comparative strength of parties than by real guilt demonstrations of incense or guilt. I fear the proceedings have not heeded this washing. Impeachment was never designed to be a supplemental process but a safety valve to be used on the rare yeasest occasions when an eelected official acts in a manner to threaten the basis of our republic. I urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to remember that this as they assess the interviews, deposition, and hearings unfolding today and their impeendpending vote on impeachment. Impeachment must not become weaponized. It cannot simply be another election tool. The question before this body is not whether a member is comfortable with the rhetoric of the president , his political tactics, his twitter, his policy choices, or political rallies, the question is have high crimes and misdemeanors been committed and if so they must be prepared to demonstrate that specifically. I urge the speaker of the house to ensure that each member should they desire be afforded time, five minutes per member, during debate of impeachment to explain his or her view and impending vote. It is critical the American People who will be watching closely be afforded an opportunity to see and hear those views. Impeachment must not be based upon polling data, election advantages, social media commentary, it must be based upon clear an compelling facts. To do anything else threatens our republic. I intend to approach this matter in just that way. I will uphold my oath and vote as the circumstances require. But this judgment also must not be preordained by political political party, political maneuvering by anyone serving in this chamber. I yield back. The speaker pro tempore the chair recognizes the gentlewoman from north carolina, ms. Foxx, for five minutes. Ms. Foxx thank you, mr. Speaker. This week we celebrate the fifth year of National Apprenticeship week. A week dedicated to showcasing the impact that Apprenticeship Programs have on preparing americans for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Our nation has seven million unfilled jobs. A 2018 survey of u. S. Employers showed that nearly half of all job creators struggle to hire employees with the right skills for the job. Apprenticeships offer one of the strongest solutions to closing the skills gap and strengthening the American Work force. That is why republicans on the education and Labor Committee are committed to expanding apprenticeship opportunities nationwide. According to the department of labor, 94 of apprentices retain employment after completing an Apprenticeship Program and the average starting salary after completion is 70,000. A 70,000. Apprenticeships help integrate the Education System with the Work Force Development system which allows all students to be better prepared to compete successfully in the 21st century economy. Thank you, mr. Speaker. I yield back. The speaker pro tempore the chair recognizes the gentleman from alabama, mr. Brooks, for five minutes. R. Brooks mr. Speaker, i rise today to recognize the 50th anniversary of alabama agricultural and mechanical university. The school was originally established not long after the civil war in 1873 by the legislature of the state of alabama. Through the tireless efforts of the first principal and president , William Hooper council, the Huntsville Normal School opened on may 1, 1875, with an appropriation of 1,000 per year. It had 61 students and two instructors. In 1885 because of its success with industrial education, the Alabama Legislature changed its name to the state normal and Industrial School in huntsville. In 1891 the name was again changed to the state agricultural and Industrial Institute for negros. A new location was provided at normal alabama. In 1969, the school became a fully accredited member of the Southern Association of colleges and schools and its name was changed to, quote alabama agricultural and mechanical university. The name it has today. In the 50 years since its university designation and establishment of the foundation, alabama agricultural and mechanical university has grown to encompass widely respected programs in engineering, computer science, business, food sciences, agricultural, and animal sciences. And education, as well as ph. D. Programs in plant and soil science, food science, physics, and reading. Today alabama a m university is comprised of over 70 buildings of 1,000 acres. Home to more than 6,000 students. Is a designated gold military friendly institution, and serves as a regional, state, national, and International Resource while maintaining its mission of educating the underserved and uplifting the people of alabama, the nation, and the world through its excellence in education. On a more personal note, my mother, betty brooks, is a proud graduate of alabama a m university having received her masters degree there. I thank alabama a m for helping her to successfully serve for a quarter century as a Lehigh School government and economics teacher. In sum, i am and all of the state of alabama is proud of alabama a m universitys accomplishments and wish alabama a m a happy 50th anniversary as a fully accredited university. Go, bulldogs. May your future success in helping prepare, train, and educate our youth be as great and productive as your past. Mr. Speaker, i yield back. The speaker pro tempore the chair recognizes the gentleman from minnesota, mr. Emmer, for five minutes. Mr. Speaker, i rise today to congratulate colonel anthony on his retirement from the u. S. Air force after 32 years of service. He dwrad waited from cole college in cedar rapids, iowa and Officer Training School before commissions to the air force. During his career his employments deployments included operations Desert Shield and desert Tropical Storm and Operation Iraqi freedom and enduring freefment by the end of his distinguished career he logged more than 5800 flight hours as a command pilot and more than 500 of which were in combat. Since 2016, he has served as commander of the 934th airlift wing located at minneapolisst. Paul International Airport air reserve station overseeing 12 squad rons with more than 1400 airmen. Minnesota has been fortunate to have such an accomplished member of our Nations Armed forces lead the charge and train our air men and women of tomorrow. Colonel, again congratulations on your retirement and we wish you the best as you move to your next chapter. Mr. Speaker, i rise today to recognize the Small Business administrations minnesota district director, nancy laburski on her retirement. Shes served our great state of minnesota for 28 years. She will be missed. Nancys time at the s. B. A. In minnesota began in 1994 as the regional manager for s. B. A. s twin Cities International trade programs. In this capacity nancy helped hundreds of minnesota businesses compete in the global marketplace. At the same time, nancy was also served as the adjunct instructor at st. Paul college and appointed by the u. S. Secretary of commerce to sit on the minnesota district export council. We thank you for almost three decades of service to Small Business in minnesota and we wish you the wes in best in your retirement. Mr. Speaker, i rise today to congratulate the wall family of Highland Bank in st. Michael, minnesota, for receiving the 2019 minnesota Family Business award. They have proudly owned and operated the bank for more than four decades serving as a lifeline for their customers and community. As a small financial institution, the financial crisis took its toll on highland and families in and around st. Michael. Nevertheless, the wall family persevered and led their bank and community through a very difficult economic time. The resiliency and Community Focused nature of banks like highland are essential to helping minnesotans and americans pursue and achieve their american dream. Family owned institutions like the Highland Bank understand the needs of their neighbors and Business Owners and of their neighbors and Business Owners and in turn empower families and local economies on main streets across our country. Congratulations to the Highland Bank and wall family on your recognition and thank you for all you do for st. Michael and minnesotas sixth Congressional District. To wish theay Farm Bureau Federation a happy 100th birthday. It has been an ally for growers and producers. Even after a century of work, the Minnesota Farm Bureau remains the leading voice for farmers and the Agricultural Community at large. I give a special thanks to the president and the Vice President , both of whom go above and beyond to advocate for their members. And i recognize the burro director of Public Policy who keeps our office apprised of the challenges. It has been an honor to work with everyone at Minnesota Farm Bureau and i wish you all a happy 100th birthday. I rise today to honor the life of stacy manning. Stacy tragically passed away leaving behind a legacy of compassion and support for minnesota families working through the process of adoption. She and her husband had three children of their own when they adopted three more. While working to meet the challenges that adoption can bring, stacy realized that other adoptive parents were experiencing many of the same challenges. She wanted to help. And established hope connections, a support network to connect families. Stacys work touched the lives of thousands of families across this country. This week, stacys family is in washington to receive the angels in in adoption award for the work she earned. Stacy may no longer be with us, but her spirit and hope connections mission lives on through her son andrew and assisting those. Stacy, your impact on so many people will never be forgotten. I yield back. The speaker pro tempore the the will recognize, the gentleman from texas, mr. Veasey, for five minutes. Mr. Veasey mr. Speaker, today or tomorrow is National Women in apprenticeship day and i celebrate the accomplishments of all women working in the technical and manufacturing field. During world war ii, women flocked to factories to fill manufacturing jobs that were vacated by men leaving to fight for our country. We saw it at the lockheedmartin plant. And the nearly 70 years later, we are struggling to give women equal representation in these fields. That is why my fellow cochair, brend and boyle and i introduce women in apprenticeship in nontraditional occupation act that will break barriers for women who are entering into these occupations. The best way we can celebrate is by taking action to ensure that all americans have a fair shot entering our work force and achieving the american dream. I want to thank my colleague, Jackie Speier on her work on legislation that we will vote on, the rosie the riveter act which will horny female who supported war efforts during the world war ii time period. Thank you, mr. Speaker, and i w yield back. The speaker pro tempore the chair recognizes the gentleman from kentucky, mr. Comer, for five minutes. Mr. Comer mr. Speaker, i rise foster recognize necco care of kentucky. It works tirelessly to place thousands of children to supportive and caring families. With foster parents from all walks of life and variety of ckgrounds, the organization backgrounds, the organization ensures that each child is matched with a loving, stable and comfortable home. The organization was recently recognized as 2019 angels in adoption honorey. It offers supported Community Living for adults and homebased treatment for families. Through programs like these, it shows to be a diligent, compassionate guiding hand to societys most vulnerable. The staff help children in urban and rural settings as well as those in juvenile justice population. By providing these services, it is improving the libes of those most in need while setting the foundation for a Brighter Future for coming generations. Constituents, i congratulate its staff to make the dream of a family a reality for many children in need. Mr. Speaker, i rise to applaud my friend, mr. Dean owens, for being awarded and recognized last week by the department of labors hire vets medallion awards program. This program focuses on bringing our nations veterans back to the work force and equipping them with the skills they need to excel at home after serving our country across the world. As a resident and Business Owner in the 1st Congressional District in kentucky. He has invested, recruiting and employing and retaining our nations finest at his accounting firm. The rigorous criteria by which a hire medallion vets earn speaks to the dedication he displays in his mission to advance veteran careers. I want to thank dean, once again, for being a valuable, caring and ambitious figure in my district. With constituents like dean, there is no question i am proud to stand here and represent the 1st Congressional District of kentucky. Mr. Speaker, this must be a proud day for many washington democrats, the beginning of heir que