Restrict military action against iran. Live coverage of the house now on cspan. The speaker pro tempore the house will be in order. The prayer will be offered by our chaplain, father conroy. Chaplain conroy let us pray. Loving god, lord of us all, we give you thanks for giving us another day. You, o lord, are the source of life and love. You hear the prayer of congress for the good of this nation and for the good of humanity around the world. Help this congress and the president to discern your will in our day. May short term gains, selfinterest or partisan advantage never prove to be an obstacle to true vision. Rather, lord, grant each member depth of perception, clear analysis, and creative response to the needs of our time. Today, we especially remember our fellow citizens in puerto rico. As they recover from yet another natural disaster. Bless them and especially those who labor sometimes dangerously, to help in the long return to normalcy on that beleaguered island. In these days, give wisdom to all members and may all that is done 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 her approval thereof. Pursuant to clause 1 of rule 1, the journal stands approved. For what purpose does the gentleman from california seek recognition . Pursuant to clause 1 of rule 1, i demand a vote on the speakers approval of the journal. The speaker pro tempore the question is on agreeing to the speakers approval of the journal. Those in favor say aye. Those opposed, no. The ayes have it. The journal stands approved. For what purpose does the gentleman from california seek reck recognition . Madam speaker, i object to the vote on the grounds that a quorum is not present and make a point of order that a quorum is not present. The speaker pro tempore pursuant to clause 8 of rule 20, further proceedings on this question are postponed. The pledge of allegiance will be led today by the gentlewoman from california, ms. Brownley. Ms. Briownley please place your hand over your heart. Plemmingpledge and to the republic for which it stands, one nation, under god, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentleman from virginia seek recognition . Madam speaker, i rise for parliamentary inquiry, or series thereof. The speaker pro tempore the gentleman will state his inquiry. Madam speaker, am i correct that House Resolution 755 was passed by vote of the house on december 18, 2019 . The speaker pro tempore the chair will not respond to the gentleman a measure not currently pending. A measure not currently pending. Additional parliamentary inquiry, please. The speaker pro tempore the gentleman will state his inquiry. Since House Resolution 755 passed on december 18, 2019, and the motion to reconsider House Resolution 755 was laid on the table on that same date, december 18, 2019, is there any action the house of representatives can now take on House Resolution 755 . The speaker pro tempore the chair does not respond to hypothetical questions. Mr. Griffith its not the speaker pro tempore does not respond to hypothetical questions. Mr. Griffith parliamentary inquiry. The speaker pro tempore the gentleman will state his inquiry. Mr. Grithth i am not inquiring hypothetically. I may wish to take action. Is there any action currently available to any house in regard to House Resolution 755. The speaker pro tempore the chair does not issue advisory opinions. Mr. Griffith further parliamentary inquiry. The speaker pro tempore the gentleman will state his inquiry. Mr. Griffith is House Resolution 755 currently within the bosom of the. S. House . The speaker pro tempore the gentleman is stating a parliamentary inquiry about a measure not currently pending on the house floor. Mr. Griffith i thank the speaker. Additional parliamentary inquiry. The speaker pro tempore the gentleman will state his inquiry. Mr. Griffith since 21 calendar days, 12 working days, and seven legislative days have gone by since House Resolution 755 passed the house, and the speaker of the house has not been physically able to deliver House Resolution 755 to the United States senate, does of se 8b3c of rule 1 the House Resolution automatically cause a vacancy in the office of the speaker, or what action does the house need to take since the speaker has not been able to physically do an essential part of her administrative duties as the speaker of the house . The speaker pro tempore the gentleman has stated the form of clause 8b3 of rule 1. However the gentleman is not stating a parliamentary question within the purview of the chair at this point. The gentleman is free to consult the rule and its accompanying legislative history for further clarification. Mr. Griffith thank you. Additional parliamentary inquiry. The speaker pro tempore the gentleman may state his inquiry. Mr. Griffith reviewing its parliamentary history i will ask the chair if there is any precedent other than incapacity of a speaker not timely transmitting action of the house to the United States senate. The speaker pro tempore the chair will not issue an advisory opinion. The chair is prepared to entertain up to one more parliamentary inquiry. Mr. Griffith additional parliamentary inquiry. The speaker pro tempore the chair may state his inquiry. Rule ffith the 8b3c says that an incapacity, physical incapacity to do the job of speaker causes or may cause a vacancy. I am asking if there is any precedent related to that rule that the speaker can direct me to having found none on my own. The speaker pro tempore the chair will again respond that it will not issue an advisory opinion. Mr. Griffith i respectfully disagree its an advisory opinion and hank the speaker for her indulgence. The speaker pro tempore the chair will entertain up to 15 requests for oneminute speeches on each side of the aisle. For what purpose does the gentlewoman from new jersey seek recognition . To address the house for one minute. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentlewoman is recognized for one minute. Thank you. Mrs. Watson coleman thank you, madam speaker. I come to the well of the house today to call on my colleagues to support the pfas action act. This bill like so many that have come to the floor under democratic leadership is about taking action for the people. In this case, ensuring access to clean and safe water. Pfas, socalled forever chemicals that have leeched into Water Supplies for decades are hazardous to human health. Their presence is linked with reduced kidney function, reduced immune system function, and increased risk for diseases by diabetes and cancer. These chemicals are in our water because of corporate negligence and like many other cases our working families trying to make ends meet that are hit the hardest. Thats why its critical that Congress Step up and take action and thats why this legislation is all so important and what it is about. I urge my colleagues to stand up for the people and vote for the pfas action act. I yield back the balance of my time. Thank you. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentleman from South Carolina seek recognition . 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, madam speaker. I am grateful for the addition of the Civil Affairs and psychological operations advance individual training courses at fort jackson, South Carolina, which is one of the most military Friendly Communities in america. Civil affairs and psychological operations soldiers bring unique skill sets. The relocation of fort jackson where over half of all soldiers attend basic training effectively organizations courses in the Army Training and doctrine command environment. To job growth the local economy will benefit in 5 million of initial establish. And 3. 5 million annually. Congrat a lations to the commander of fort jackson on its expansion. I appreciate his extraordinary leadership. In conclusion, god bless our troops and we will never forget september 11, defeating terrorists overseas, and the global war on terrorism with the courageous leadership of President Trump. Our sympathy to the family of hamid, and iraqi american muslim from california murdered by the soleimani finance terrorist on december 27. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the the gentlewoman from texas seek recognition . Unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. Revise and extend. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentlewoman is recognized for one minute. Ms. Jackson lee madam speaker, i rise this morning to congratulate a very significant and historic high school, jackates high school. Jack Yates High School was founded by the founding father, if you will, of the Africanamerican Community in houston. Friedmans town. He is the founder of wheel avenue baptist church. Hes respected at Texas Southern university. Today they announced in a Public School that they will implement and International Baccalaureate. In the midst of the Tumultuous Times that we have, how important it is that High School Students will be engaged in discussions of peace, diplomacy, understanding world engagement, understanding the value of languages and being diverse, recognizing the wonderful experiment of the United States, founded by those who fled persecution and indicated in the constitution we have organized to create a more perfect union. More young people, more minorities that we can get in programs like an International Baccalaureate where they will come out with that document and be ready to perch on the leadership role is outstanding. To jack Yates High School, i salute you. You are mighty. You are important. And god bless you. I yield back. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the the gentlewoman from new york seek recognition . Madam speaker, i ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. Revise and extend my remarks. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentlewoman is recognized for one minute. Ms. Stefanik madam speaker, i rise today to honor and celebration kellys angels on their 10year anniversary. This Charitable Organization has been serving the children of the Capital Region of new york for the past decade. After telling it a local teacher and mother you two of my district tragically lost her battle with cancer in 2007 at the age of 37, her husband, mark, founded kellys angels in her honor. Their mission is to provide grants for children in upstate new york who have lost parents or siblings to cancer or other illnesses. Children receive fund grants to use for whatever the child can dream up. The goal of these grants is to bring a smile to the childs face, create positive new memories, and help with the healing process. Kellys angels had a worked with countless families in our local communities over the past decade and their work continues to have a positive impact on so many lives. On behalf of new yorks 21st Congressional District, i want to congratulation and thank mark, his children, and the entire kellys angels team for achieving this milestone. Thank you for your amazing works. We are so proud of you. I yield back. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the the gentlewoman from hawaii seek recognition . Unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentlewoman is recognized for one minute. Ms. Gabbard thank you, madam speaker. President trump has committed an illegal and unconstitutional act of war, pushing our nation headlong into a war with iran without any authorization from congress. A war that would be so costly and devastating, it would make our wars in iraq and afghanistan look like a picnic. In doing so, he has undermined our National Security in two critical ways. Number one, iran is no longer complying with Iran Nuclear Agreement and is quickly speeding forward in developing their Nuclear Weapons capability, putting us and the world at greater risk. Number two, our troops in iraq are no longer focusing on preventing a resurgence of isis and al qaeda. Instead all their efforts are now focused on Iranian Forces and shiia militias. Congress must act today to stop further escalation of this war. Vote yes on h. Con. Res. 83 to uphold the constitution which we all took an oath to support. Vote yes to stop trumps war with iran. I yield back. The speaker pro tempore members are reminded to refrain from engaging in personalities towards the president. For what purpose does the gentleman from North Carolina seek recognition . I ask to address the house for one minute. Revise and extend my remarks. The speaker pro tempore the speaker pro tempore without objection the gentleman is recognized for one minute. I rise today to highlight one of the most rewarding responsibilities i have as a member of congress, the honor of nominating students to the service academies. This past weekend, i met with my Service Academy nomination board to begin the review process. This years board includes mr. Ronald hope of advance, mr. Matt reyes of moorsville, mr. Doug lane of high point, ms. Ro rain lorraine brown, mr. Frank pugh of greens brogue. Im greensboro. Im glad that sacrificed their time to help review candidates and recommend qualified individuals. I look forward to anouning our nominees in coming weeks. I want to thank all the candidates who want to serb our great countryism yield back. The speaker pro tempore frup does the gentleman from california seek recognition . I ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute and revise and extend my remarks. The speaker pro tempore without objection the gentleman is recognized for one minute. Thank you, madam speaker. Im here to condemn the president s hostile actions against iran that led us to the brink of war. President trump had no legal justification to launch an attack against iran. The president s dangerous provocation was unlawful and unconstitutional and Congress Must assert its Sole Authority to declare war. His actions made america les safe. Today, i will be voting for a war powers resolution to check the president s use of military action against iran. But the need for congress to reassert its authority does not end there. We must repeal the 2002 aumf and prevent the administration from engaging in an unauthorized war by restricting funding from being used to wage war against iran. We must not yield to the voices of extreme hawks that see war as the only answer. We must not go to war with iran. Thank you and i yield back. The speaker pro tempore members are reminded to refrain from engaging in personal ernl in personalities toward the president. For what purpose does the gentleman from North Carolina seek recognition . I rise to ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute and revise and extend my remarks. The speaker pro tempore without objection the gentleman is recognized for one minute. Madam speaker, as a north carolinian and member of the science, space, and technology committee, i take great joy today in rising to recognize United States astronaut christina cook. She grew up in eastern North Carolina in jacksonville and graduated from the Prestigious School of the North Carolina school of science and mathematics. She later earned her bachelors and masters degrees from n. C. State. On december 28, 2019, she set the record for the longest continuous space flight by a female. She surpassed the previous cord of 288 days by fellow astronaut peggy whitson, shes now at 300 days and counting. She par days pated in the allfemale space walk alongside llow a astronaut jessica meier. Shes one they have one of the most accomplished people in North Carolinas history. Shes made her country, her state and everyone proud. I wish her luck on her continued voyage amongst the stars. We look forward to her safe return to earth in february. Thank you and i yield back the balance of my time. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentlewoman from california seek recognition . I ask unanimous condition sent to address the house for one minute. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentlewoman is recognized for one minute. I rise to speak in support of my bill, the womens Veterans Trust act, a bill that aims to address the need for womenspecific programs that treat veterans with drug and alcohol dependency. The over two million Women Veterans who live in the United States face unique challenges that far too often are not appropriately addressed. Women veterans have higher rates of posttraumatic stress that can lead to substance abuse. Tragically, Women Veterans with Substance Use disorders also have higher rates of suicide than their nonveteran peers. Ms. Briownley to address this crisis, womenspecific programs make all the