The speaker the house will be in order. The prayer will be offered by chaplain kibben. Chaplain kibben would you pray with m you, o lord, claiming your promise to bring good news to the poor, to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners. Send the goodness of your transforming word to those in ukraine and throughout the world who, because of the oppression and hardships they face, cannot afford a meal or heat for their homes. May they know the wealth of your divine provision. Attend to those whose hearts are broken at the loss of loved ones by the hands of the enemy. May they feel your tender love, upholding them in these days. Grant release to the prisoners of war who are being held captive for crimes they did not commit but who fought against brutal ideologies they could not tolerate. May they soon be freed into the arms of their loved ones, embraced by their communities once again. And for those who sit imprisoned by the darkness of despotism, whose hearts are bound by selfish desires for power and control, shine your light into their souls that they would be disarmed by your peace, redeemed by your love, that they would put down their weapons and foreswear their ma left nent ways. Amen. The speaker the chair has examined the journal of the last days proceedings and announces to the chamber her approve thereof. Pursuant to clause 1 of rule 1 the journal stands approved. The pledge of allegiance will be led by the gentleman from new jersey, mr. Norcross. Mr. Norcross i pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of america the republic for which it stands, one nation under god, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. The speaker the chair will entertain up to 15 oneminute speeches on each side of the aisle. For what purpose does the gentleman from new jersey seek recognition . Mr. Norcross to address the house for one minute. The speaker without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. Mr. Norcross madam speaker, i rise today to pay tribute to my late congressman and governor jim florio, a dedicated Public Servant who cared deeply for those in new jersey and the nation. He served our country in the navy. He continued that service when he returned home in the new Jersey Assembly for four years followed by 15 years in this house of representatives. Then, he returned to our state to become the 41st governor. He was an environmentalist long before it was popular. He in congress he authored the superfund act, one of the most remarkable pieces of legislation in terms of cleaning up hazardous sites across the country. As governor he signed the clean water act, one of the strictest in the nation at the time. Combine these achievements saved countless lives across this great country. He did not work through Political Division but doing so what he knew was right. Thats why he received the katie profiles encourage award. On behalf of myself, the state of new jersey, and the nation, we are grateful for his service to our state. We lost one of the greatest champions and he will be missed by all. Who had the honor of knowing him. My deepest sympathies to his family, his loved ones. Thank you and i yield back. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentleman from california seek recognition . 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. Mcclintock mr. Speaker, for two weeks now the long suffering people of iran went to the streets to protest against the oppressors. Today, we must stand with the people of iran. We have a bill representing both political parties, expressing its support for the iranian resistance. I urge the leadership to bring it to the floor immediately for a vote. Its time for the United States to step forward with Material Support for the freedom movement. They need direct satellite access to the internet that the regime has denied them on the ground. They need us to restore economic sanctions against the regime. This time and this hour, let the United States stand with the people of iran and by so doing to honor those proud words on our liberty bell, to proclaim liberty throughout all the land and on all the inhabitants thereof. I yield back. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentleman from california seek recognition . Mr. Takano mr. Speaker, i ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute and to revise and extend my remarks. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. Mr. Takano thank you, mr. Speaker. I honor the life and Lasting Legacy of lgbtq pioneer in my district, david st. Pierre. David was the long time owner of a welcoming lgbtq nightclub and restaurant in downtown riverside. Since taking ownership in 1999, david made it his purpose to cultivate an inclusive safe haven for the Lgbtq Community of riverside and the surrounded inland empire while adding in a touch of fun, lively entertainment. And he did that for just over 20 years and with his passion for throwing an extrtravagant part his experience in generating crowd enthusiasm and a keen eye of craft and style, david was always the life of a fabulous time. He made a name for himself within the Lgbtq Community and highly regarding for standing up to hate crimes, injustice, and declaring that homophobia will have zero tolerance in our communities. In the words of harvey milk, i know you cant live on hope alone, but without hope, life is not worth living. David, you gave our community hope, hope to live freely, be accepted, and continue to fight for lgbtq rights. You will be greatly missed but never forgotten. On behalf of the constituents of californias 41st Congressional District, thank you for your commitment to the Lgbtq Community and for our community as a whole. Thank you and i yield back. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentleman from indiana seek recognition . Mr. I request unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. The speaker pro tempore withot objection. Mr. Pence i rise to recognize rush county on the occasion of its bicentennial. Rush county was founded in 1822 by one of the signers of the declaration of independence, dr. Benjamin rush. Not only is it history rich in rush county but so is the hospitality in the hearts of its residents. Rushville, the county seat, was recognized by my state in indiana as a stellar community, one of only 12 communities to be honored as such. From its lively history to its heartwarming and welcoming citizens, we invite everyone here today in the house to celebrate with us this bicentennial year for rush county. I yield back. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentlewoman from massachusetts seek recognition . Mr. Speaker, i ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentlewoman is recognized for one minute. Mr. Speaker, we find ourselves in a monopoly moment as a country. Multibillion dollar corporations have grown into behemoths, eliminating any real competition in their industries and using their dominance to hurt Small Businesses and communities. It has armed women, children, people of all ages without recourse. Amazon has used its dominance to copy competitors products and run Small Businesses into the ground. This slide has happened under the watch of democratic and republican governments alike and its on us to stop it. Mrs. Trahan that starts by giving the f. T. C. To start with the merger filing fee modernization act. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation is simple. It requires a 1 billion corporation looking to merge with a competitor pay a fee for the f. T. C. To review the deal. Thats it. A onetime fee to help ensure we dont slide further back to the times of the railroad and steel monopolies that abused workers, hurt consumers and killed competition. Families are hurting enough right now. They deserve competition, not capitulation, to corporate interests. I urge my colleagues to support this long overdue bipartisan package, and i yield back. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentleman from Washington State seek recognition . Mr. Speaker, i ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. The speaker pro tempore without objection, so ordered. I rise to recognize a member of my team for his hard work and dedication over the last eight years. Sean obrien started working for washingtons fourth Congressional District as just about the same time i did. Mr. Newhouse and he stepped up to run my first reelection campaign. Luckily for both of us he was successful and he served as my legislative assistant, my legislative director, and eventually my deputy chief of staff. I was proud to step in the role of congressional western caucus chairman with sean at the helm. With his vision, knowledge, and steadfast support, as the executive director, we worked together to build an organization that i am proud to lead. Sean, as you join the alumni organization, never forget what you learned in the peoples house, the long hours and late nights are worth it. Our work is important. But the real work happens outside the swamp and never underestimate a Supportive Team because you will always be an invaluable member of mine. Thank you, mr. Speaker. And i yield back. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentlelady from nevada seek recognition . Mrs. Lee i seek recognition to address the house for one minute. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentlelady is recognized for one minute. Mrs. Lee thank you, mr. Speaker. I rise today as leaders of the republican parties in both the house and the senate have introduced legislation to ban abortion nationwide. It doesnt matter if you live in a state where abortion is protected by the voters like nevada. Abortion would be banned in every state, the most extreme restrictions would be held in place and Womens Health care decisions would be taken away from you and handed over to Lindsey Graham and his republican colleagues. The vast majority of americans support roe, but the Supreme Court has stripped away our freedoms and overturned 50 years of constitutional precedent. Since roe extremists politicians have introduced nearly 590 bills to ban, restrict, and control our choice. Thats right. Nearly 600 bills. Theyre obsessed with taking away our most personal health care decisions, and we cant let that happen. I will do everything in my power to stop the Washington Republicans who want to take away your freedom. We will not be intimidated. And i yield the balance of my time. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentleman from texas seek recognition . Rise to address the house for one minute. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. Mr. Speaker, the democrats have once again failed their job to provide funding for the upcoming fiscal year. They will not kick the can down the road until after the election and pass a continuing resolution to keep the government open until december. Mr. Williams funding the government in this fragmented fashion is irresponsible and does not allow us to respond the to realities facing our country from a southern border, enduring over 7,000 illegal crossings every day and Energy Crisis and rampant inflation. Additionally, c. R. s do not allow tower military to start any new contracts which is a real problem right now considering the uncertainty around this world. Every year we know that these deadlines are coming. Yet, the democrats have once again failed to deliver for hardworking americans. In god we trust. I yield back. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania seek recognition . Thank you, 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. Speaker, we democrats are working for Safer Communities by investing in safety and justice. We believe that every american deserves to live in a Safe Community where they and their families can thrive. Mr. Cartwright thats why were mr. Boyle thats why were trying to give the Law Enforcement professionals they need. We passed the invest to protect act, which funds the police with grants to help small local Law Enforcement agencies retain and recruit officers. The Mental Health justice act, which helps send unarmed Mental Health professionals to respond to Mental Health crises and save lives from what are potentially fatal encounters with armed Police Officers. The break the cycle of violence act, which invests in effective, evidencebased Community Violence intervention initiatives. And fourth and finally, the victim act, which bolsters the ability of police to solve homicides, sexual assaults, and other violent crimes. Mr. Speaker, we do not have to choose between safe communities and justice for all. Consent to speak to the house for one minute. Revise and extend. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. Mr. Hill mr. Speaker. I r i rise to honor the teacher of the year for 2023, amber of Bryant High School and capri of North Little Rock middle school were recognized for extraordinary commitment to their students and heansing the quality of education across is etra arkansas. These educators have demonstrated their dedication to the success and wellbeing of their students by teaching with innovation while promoting Character Education and Civic Engagement in the classroom. Our ed taters are vital our educators are vital to the preparation of our future generation. I thank them for their example and profound impact in the lives of hundreds of students. Later this fall after classroom visits, the Selection Committee will name the next teacher of the year. I wish them well and look forward to their long Lasting Impressions that they make on their students. Thank you, mr. Speaker. I yield back the balance of my time. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentleman from rhode island seek recognition . Mr. Cicilline mr. Speaker, i ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. The speaker pro tempore the gentleman is recognized without objection for one minute. Mr. Cicilline mr. Speaker, i rise today in recognition of Childhood CancerAwareness Month to honor all those suffering and all those who have lost loved ones and pay tribute to a remarkable rhode islander, kerrigan was diagnosed with a rare bone cancer in 2019. Unfortunately, her story is not unique. Every three minutes a family receives the devastating news that their child has been diagnosed with cancer. Yet kerrigan nearly lost access to her lifesaving care when she lost her Mothers Health insurance one month before chemo was scheduled to end. Thanks to the Affordable Care act, her family was able to enroll in Rhode IslandsHealth Exchange allowing her to complete her treatment plan. As we raise awareness about the Childhood Cancer this month and importance of screenings, early edetection, and care, we must ensure every Single Family has access to affordable quality care and ensuring protections for individuals pree existing conditions so that survivors like kerrigan will never be denied the coverage and care they need. Im honored to know and represent such a brave young woman and will not stop fighting for her and every young person battling cancer. I yield back. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentleman from virginia seek recognition . Ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. Mr. Cline thank you, mr. Speaker. I rise to recognize dr. Daniel harrington, the vice dean of Virginia TechCarillon School of medicine in roanoke, virginia, set to fire this month after 14 years of service. He attended West Virginia juft for both his under graduate and medical degrees. He took a residency at the juftof virginia it was there he learned about the Residency Program which would give him a chance to develop something that was all his own. He took that opportunity in 1990 and he and his family moved to roanoke. In 2006, former carillon approached him with the idea of partnering with Virginia Tech and starting a medical school. He traveled the conditiontry with the then Virginia Tech president and operate add publicprivate Academic Partnership to make the dream a reality. The school has been led on multiple fronts by his strong leadership. I wish him and his wife best wishes for a well deserved retirement. I yield back. The speaker pro tempore for what purpose does the gentleman from i am now seek recognition . Seek unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. The speaker pro tempore without objection, the gentleman