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September 25, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1969
My fellow members of Congress, I urge you CREDIT CARD HOLDERS’ BILL OF COMPREHENSIVE AMERICAN EN-
to support H.R. 6198 which will designate the RIGHTS ACT OF 2008 ERGY SECURITY AND CONSUMER
facility of the United States Postal Service lo- PROTECTION ACT
cated at 1700 Cleveland Avenue in Kansas SPEECH OF
SPEECH OF
City, Missouri, as the ‘‘Reverend Earl Abel
Post Office Building. HON. GENE GREEN HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD
OF TEXAS OF CALIFORNIA
f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
RYAN HAIGHT ONLINE PHARMACY Tuesday, September 23, 2008
CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT OF Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Speaker, I rise
2008 Mr. GREEN of Texas. Madam Speaker, I in support of H.R. 6899, the Comprehensive
rise in strong support of H.R. 5244, the Credit American Energy Security and Consumer Pro-
Card Holders’ Bill of Rights Act. tection Act.
SPEECH OF
It is all too common for hard-working Ameri- Every day my constituents contact my office
cans to be in debt because of credit cards. wanting to know what Congress is doing to
HON. MICHELE BACHMANN Many of my constituents struggle from pay- lower gas prices. Many of these families work
full-time. Some even have more than one job.
OF MINNESOTA check to paycheck to make ends meet. Be-
Yet as a result of skyrocketing energy costs
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
cause of this they use credit cards as a
and a weakening economy, they are struggling
means of acquiring the necessities of life,
to make ends meet.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008 such as buying food for their family or paying Madam Speaker, there is something fun-
utility or medical bills. damentally wrong with our energy policy when
Mrs. BACHMANN. Mr. Speaker, yesterday,
For most Americans, the language credit hardworking American families are increas-
the House considered and passed H.R. 6353,
card companies use is difficult to understand, ingly burdened by escalating energy prices,
the Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer
so most do not know what they are getting while oil companies continue to reap record
Protection Act. This legislation will ensure that
themselves into when they sign up to receive profits. Congress has a duty to move past
purchasers of potentially dangerous prescrip-
a credit card. short-sighted solutions, and pass this legisla-
tion drugs are evaluated face-to-face by a
That is why I am pleased that my col- tion which will provide the first steps to ending
physician, removing the potentially dangerous
leagues are considering H.R. 5244—the Credit this inequity and our Nation’s addiction to oil.
anonymity inherent in the current federal regu- While I have serious concerns about the ex-
lations which allow prescriptions to be written Card Holders’ Bill of Rights Act—of which I am
a proud cosponsor. pansion of offshore drilling, I recognize how-
based on a telephone call or online question- ever, that this compromise is needed to ad-
naire. This legislation gives rights back to the con-
dress the expiration of the moratorium on
sumer, such as protecting them from arbitrary
To be sure, online pharmaceuticals makes it Outer Continental Shelf drilling and move the
interest rate increases, early pre-payment pen-
possible for millions of Americans to conven- other important provisions in the legislation
alties, and excessive fees. forward.
iently and affordably access the prescription
medications on which they rely. However, the This bill will help those Americans by requir- While it is far from perfect, H.R. 6899 is a
online system of prescribing and dispensing ing credit card companies to mail bills twenty- necessary and realistic compromise that in ad-
medication has been accompanied by a dis- five days in advance before the bill is due and dition to preventing drilling only three miles off
turbing increase in the level of harm and death to notify the cardholders forty-five days in ad- our shores, will help expand our domestic en-
due to prescription drugs. This increase is, in vance of any interest rate increase. ergy supply, encourage energy efficiency and
large part, a result of the current federal Today is a victory for the consumers as we conservation, and reduce our Nation’s de-
guidelines that allow online pharmacies to have finally leveled the playing field between pendence on oil.
write prescriptions for patients based on a cardholders and the credit card companies. H.R. 6899 will address our energy crisis by
telephone conversation with a physician or a the temporary release of almost 10 percent of
simple online questionnaire, empowering pa- f the oil in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
tients to diagnose and prescribe for them- This is expected to have the direct result of
selves virtually any drug and dosage they de- FILIPINO VETERANS EQUITY ACT lower gas prices in the short-term.
OF 2008 The bill also invests in renewable energy
sire. Without the necessary information for
technology by establishing a package of re-
adequate oversight by a qualified physician, newable energy tax credits and creating a re-
many people have been exposed to dan- SPEECH OF
newable electricity standard, thereby giving us
gerous and, all too often, deadly medications.
HON. JOE BACA the tools and the incentives to break free of
In response, many states have enacted our dependence on oil. It is estimated that the
OF CALIFORNIA
laws requiring that individuals seeking access renewable electricity standard will save Amer-
to powerful medications such as Vicoden and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ican consumers up to $18 billion by 2020. In
Xanax be evaluated in person before being addition, the tax credits will help spur the cre-
Monday, September 22, 2008
prescribed a controlled substance. For exam- ation of new, green jobs and encourage the
ple, in my state of Minnesota, the legislature Mr. BACA. Madam Speaker, I rise today in next generation of job development here in
and governor have recently worked together to support of H.R. 6897, Filipino Veterans Equity America.
establish Justin’s Law. Named for a vibrant Act of 2008. Congress must recognize the vet- The bill also ensures that oil companies will
young man whose bright future was cut short eran status of the 250,000 Filipinos who pay their fair share of royalties on their drilling
by an overdose of prescription painkillers ob- served in the United States Armed Forces in leases. Due to errors made by the Department
tained through an internet pharmacy without a World War II. of the Interior in 1998 and 1999, many oil
physician visit, Justin’s Law has already been In 1941, President Roosevelt drafted companies who were granted leases during
implemented to hold illicit online pharmacies that time were exempt from paying royalties.
140,000 Filipinos into the Service. They were
accountable. This has amounted to $15 billion in lost reve-
promised US citizenship in exchange for fight-
nues to the American taxpayer. There is abso-
That said, the lives affected by online phar- ing for our country. Unfortunately, in 1946 they
lutely no reason that oil companies should
macies are not limited to a particular state, were denied citizenship and Veteran’s bene-
continue to cash in while American families
and moreover, the interstate nature of the fits. It was a post-war cost-cutting measure can’t even make ends meet. By rectifying this
commerce conducted via the internet warrants that President Truman said he later regretted error, H.R. 6899 will ensure that the Interior
that legislation be enacted at the federal level signing into Law. Department will be able to collect the pay-
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to help protect online consumers. As a result, We have a chance to right a wrong that has ments owed to hardworking Americans.
I applaud my colleague, Congressman STUPAK been allowed to continue for over 60 years. Given the current crisis, it is necessary we
for introducing H.R. 6353. This legislation, of We must act quickly to honor these brave men take the first step to reach our larger goal of
which I am a cosponsor, will help stem the before it is too late. I urge my colleagues to energy independence. The Democratic leader-
dangerous tide of controlled substances being join me and vote in support of H.R. 6897, Fili- ship has wisely rejected the Republican Par-
dispensed without adequate supervision. pino Veterans Equity Act of 2008. ty’s shortsighted call for ‘‘drill-only’’ legislation,
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E1970 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 25, 2008
and instead has put forward a responsible Address of Requesting Entity: 400 Collins Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Renew-
plan to give states the option to decide if por- Rd., NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52498. able Energy Group and General Atomics.
tions of the Outer Continental Shelf no closer Description of Request: To date, the Army Address of Requesting Entity: Renewable
than 50 miles off our shores will be opened to National Guard has received 141 UH–60L hel- Energy Group, 416 South Bell Avenue. Ames,
oil drilling—and it requires oil companies to icopters from the regular Army without the IA 50010. General Atomics, 3550 General
drill on their existing leases or lose them. I am ARC–220 radio system. The National Guard Atomics Ct. San Diego, CA 92121.
gratified that the legislation will incorporate en- currently has funding of $3.9 million to outfit Description of Request: $1.6 million is pro-
vironmental safeguards by permanently with- 85 of the 141 UH–60 helicopters that are vided in the bill to continue a 3-year partner-
drawing national marine monuments and na- missing the ARC–220 radio system, and the ship with the U.S. Army to develop a tech-
tional marine sanctuaries from leasing eligi- $1.6 million appropriation included in this bill nology providing a cost effective way to recy-
bility. will help outfit the remaining National Guard cle military plastic waste into a useable bio-
I urge my colleagues to support this legisla- Helicopters. Mission and threat changes, as diesel fuel with enhanced energy yield, for use
tion to protect our shores from the lifting of the well as responding to emergencies and/or im- in field power generation and other applica-
offshore drilling moratorium and as a first step mediate medical evacuation calls, require the tions. This technology has the potential to
away from dependence on foreign oil and to- crew to have ability to communicate imme- save taxpayers millions per month in military
ward critical investments in renewable energy diately and effectively over long distances waste disposal costs, and enhance the viabil-
technology. This legislation provides the foun- (200 vs. the current 20 miles). The ARC–220 ity of increased use of biodiesel by both the
dation for a long-term strategy to move the radio system is a formal Army Program of military and civilian sectors to achieve greater
Nation on the road to energy independence. Record (POR) that is combat proven and cur- energy independence. The $1.6 million FY09
f rently being utilized by the U.S. Army in their appropriation is needed to complete the devel-
AH–64s, UH–60s and CH–47s in combat. The opment phase of this multi-year project and
HONORING ALLEN EUGENE ARC–220 is an essential combat-multiplier for demonstrate the technology.
MYERS, JR. long range voice, data and situational aware- Requesting Member: Congressman TOM
ness to the flight crews and operational com- LATHAM.
HON. SAM GRAVES manders. This lack of long-range communica- Bill Number: H.R. 2638, the Consolidated
OF MISSOURI tions reduces mission flexibility and increases Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing
risk to both the aircrew and soldiers being Appropriations Act, 2009. Division C—Depart-
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
supported. Additionally, situations involving ment of Defense Appropriations Act.
Wednesday, September 24, 2008 Account: Research, Development, Test And
precautionary landings executed outside the
Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly current range of communications leave the air- Evaluation, Army.
pause to recognize Allen Eugene Myers, Jr., Project Name: New Vaccines to Fight Res-
crew with no immediate, effective means to
of Gladstone, MO. Allen is a very special piratory Infection.
communicate this situation with higher or adja- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Iowa
young man who has exemplified the finest cent forces for immediate assistance. Failing
qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- State University.
to fund long range communication will inhibit Address of Requesting Entity: 1750
ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- mission flexibility, decrease threat knowledge Beardshear Hall, Ames, IA, 50010.
ica, Troop 1260, and earning the most pres- and limit emergency communications. Description of Request: A team of research-
tigious award of Eagle Scout. Requesting Member: Congressman TOM ers at Iowa State University and the University
Allen has been very active with his troop, LATHAM. of Nebraska Medical Center with expertise in
participating in many Scout activities. Over the Bill Number: H.R. 2638, the Consolidated biotechnology, bacterial genetics,
many years Allen has been involved with Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing pathogenomics, immunology and polymer
Scouting, he has not only earned numerous Appropriations Act, 2009. Division C—Depart- chemistry has been formed to work on this
merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- ment of Defense Appropriations Act. project for the U.S. Army, in order to develop
ily, peers, and community. Account: Research, Development, Test And unique vaccine delivery vehicles that can be
Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join Evaluation, Army. employed to combat a wide variety of res-
me in commending Allen Eugene Myers, Jr., Project Name: Advanced Live, Virtual, and piratory pathogens threatening our military
for his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts Constructive (LVC) Training Systems. personnel. Such strategies also can be effec-
of America and for his efforts put forth in Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Iowa tive in combating agro-terrorism by protecting
achieving the highest distinction of Eagle State University. animals from airborne diseases. The project
Scout. Address of Requesting Entity: 1750
addresses needs identified in the President’s
f Beardshear Hall, Ames, IA, 50010.
Interagency Research and Development prior-
Description of Request: The Virtual Reality
EARMARK DECLARATION ities related to Homeland Security and Na-
Applications Center (VRAC) located at Iowa
tional Defense. $4 million is provided in the bill
State University, will develop three advanced
for FY09. 38% of the funding will be used for
HON. TOM LATHAM software prototypes for LVC training that dra-
equipment, 25% for personnel costs, and the
OF IOWA matically enhance the ability of a training offi-
remaining funding is for laboratory studies and
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cer to create efficient and effective training
the necessary materials and supplies.
programs. Keeping up with the unique de- Requesting Member: Congressman TOM
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
mands of urban combat and the ever-chang- LATHAM.
Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I wish to ing tactics of the insurgency in Iraq requires Bill Number: H.R. 2638, the Consolidated
make the following disclosure in accordance flexible and adaptive training systems that can Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing
with the new Republican Earmark Trans- be modified rapidly and deployed reliably and Appropriations Act, 2009. Division C—Depart-
parency Standards requiring Members to effectively in the field. The VRAC at Iowa ment of Defense Appropriations Act.
place a statement in the CONGRESSIONAL State University has a scientific team leading Account: Research, Development, Test And
RECORD prior to a floor vote on a bill that in- research in the development of immersive vir- Evaluation, Army.
cludes earmarks they have requested, de- tual training environments. 50% of the funding Project Name: Wireless Medical Monitoring
scribing how the funds will be spent and justi- will be used for equipment, 25% for salaries System (WiMed).
fying the use of federal taxpayer funds. and benefits, and the remaining 25% will be Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Athena
Requesting Member: Congressman TOM used for software licenses, student tuition and GTX.
LATHAM. other expenses. Address of Requesting Entity: 3630 SW
Bill Number: H.R. 2638, the Consolidated Requesting Member: Congressman TOM 61st Street, Suite 395. Des Moines, IA 50321.
Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing LATHAM. Description of Request: This WiMed project
Appropriations Act, 2009. Division C—Depart- Bill Number: H.R. 2638, the Consolidated has gained extensive support from both U.S.
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ment of Defense Appropriations Act. Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing and foreign military services since 2006. The
Account: Aircraft Procurement, Army Project Appropriations Act, 2009. Division C—Depart- U.S. Army and the National Trauma Institute
Name: UH–60 Improved Communications ment of Defense Appropriations Act. are planning comprehensive clinical trials eval-
(ARC 220) for the ARNG. Account: Research, Development, Test And uation in 2008 and 2009 across numerous
Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Rockwell Evaluation, Army. Level 1 Trauma Centers with core funding
Collins, Inc. Project Name: Battlefield Plastic Biodiesel. using this system. The purpose of the project
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