mr. paulsen. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman is recognize for 2 1/2 minutes. mr. paulsen: several years ago, 400 members of congress in this body a huge bipartisan majority, voted to increase sanctions on iran because they recognized that smart, targeted sanctions would curtail the iranian economy and help unite the world against the iranian nuclear weapons program. desperate for sanctions relief, iran came to the negotiation table. i support diplomatic efforts, it was hopeful that the president would be able to bring back a good deal. in fact, 365 representatives, 84% of the house, sent a letter to the president saying we could accept the deal that accomplished four things. this a long-lasting deal that ensured iran had no pathway to a bomb, that it fully disclosed the military aspects of its program, that we had any time, anywhere inspections, and that we addressed iran's ballistic missile capabilities and its destabilizing role in the region. sadly none of these principles were met in this deal. the president claimed thises the strongest nonproliferation deal ev

mr. paulsen: the house is not in order. mr. paulsen: the gaddafi regime regime, today, iran, a state sponsor of terror owes more than 43 brillion of victims of victims of terrorism. and not one cent has been paid by iran and the president is moving forward to lift economic sanctions giving iran $100 billion wind fall without compensation. we should make sure that american victims of iranian terror receive their judgments before any economic sanctions are lifted. we need to pass the act to ensure that iran will not see any sanctions relief until it first pays the money they owe to the families of americans killed as a result of iranian-sponsored terrorism. the speaker pro tempore: for what purpose does the gentleman from indiana seek recognition? >> permission to address the house for one minute and revise and extend my remarks. without objection. the gentleman is recognized for one minute. >> i rise in support of the underlying bill. i'll cut to the chase. we are aware of the boondoggle, the denver, colorado, construction projec

mr. paulsen: mr. speaker, our nation's firefighters signed up for the job knowing the dangers they will often face in order to keep their communities safe. tragically we've seen these first responders give their lives in service to others. this past sunday the 2015 minnesota fallen firefighters memorial service took place on the state capitol grounds to honor the nine minnesota firefighters and 216 nationwide that have passed away in the line of duty this year. the event honors the sacrifice of these firefighters made and also provides support for their families who are coping with the profound loss. as policymakers, it's important that we recognize our first responders, what they go through on a daily basis, and support them. earlier this year, congress passed my legislation which is now law, that ensures that survivor benefits for families of those killed in the line of duty are not taxed. mr. speaker, we're blessed that so many men and women sign up to put themselves in harm's way to keep others sa

mr. paulsen. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman is recognize for 2 1/2 minutes. mr. paulsen: several years ago, 400 members of congress in this body a huge bipartisan majority, voted to increase sanctions on iran because they recognized that smart, targeted sanctions would curtail the iranian economy and help unite the world against the iranian nuclear weapons program. desperate for sanctions relief, iran came to the negotiation table. i support diplomatic efforts, it was hopeful that the president would be able to bring back a good deal. in fact, 365 representatives, 84% of the house, sent a letter to the president saying we could accept the deal that accomplished four things. this a long-lasting deal that ensured iran had no pathway to a bomb, that it fully disclosed the military aspects of its program, that we had any time, anywhere inspections, and that we addressed iran's ballistic missile capabilities and its destabilizing role in the region. sadly none of these principles were met in this deal. the president claimed thises the strongest nonproliferation deal ev

mr. paulsen: mr. speaker, one of the issues that i have been most passionate about is stopping the horrific crime of sex trafficking and protecting young victims. earlier this year congress took action and passed a package of bipartisan bills, including one that i authored, aimed at combating this crime. i said at the time this legislation would save lives. mr. speaker, -- madam speaker, in the short time since these laws have gone into effect, we're already seeing results. recently a provision in the legislation that allowed local law enforcement to coordinate their efforts with the u.s. marshals service was used to help find a kidnapped tennessee teenager. the 14-year-old girl was rescued in virginia and her abductor, a known sex offender, was taken into custody. madam speaker, ending human trafficking requires vigilance and a bipartisan commitment to ensure that children are safe from those wishing to exploit them. the actions we've taken to combat this awful crime are making a difference and savin

mr. paulsen: while some may not be familiar with it, approximately 200,000 americans suffer from the disease. this serious illness takes the lives of 40,000 americans every single year. which equates to about one death every 13 minutes. that's the same mortality rate as breast cancer. there's no known cure for pulmonary fibrosis, no known treatment to extend the life of a patient or improve the symptoms. as a result, the median survival rate is just 2 1/2 years and as many as 80% of patients die within five years of diagnosis. mr. speaker, as we have an opportunity to bring attention to this serious illness that affects so many, with more research and a renewed commitment, we will find a cure to this deadly disease and i will keep work to make this a reality -- working to make this a reality and i yield back. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman yields back the balance of his time. for what purpose does the gentleman from illinois seek recognition? without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. mr. davis: thank you, mr. speaker. the con effectary industry directly employs 7

mr. paulsen: it would present operational challenges and force those who give financial advice to work under conflicting rules from two separate regulatory agencies. unfortunately those most harmed by this rule will be families of modest means. i have worked on this issue for years and i continue to hear from minnesotans sound the alarm for what this will mean for the future. i urge the department of labor to reconsider is rule. i yield back. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman yields. for what purpose does the gentleman from washington seek recognition? >> i ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minute and revise and extend. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. >> thank you, mr. speaker. i rise today to recognize the yakima union gas pell mission. for 79 years of unwavering support and dedication to those in need in the yakima valley. it ensures that individual needs are met, helping to provide between 400 and 600 meals a day, free clothing and household goods. mr. newhouse: free medical and dental care that can be paid base

mr. paulsen: one noted that it would turn back a clock and force her to use a prosthetic that she claimed would be the car equivalent of a 1970's vega. i share the apprehension these patients have and i urge the agency in charge of administering medicare to chart a new course when it comes to prosthetic. the speaker pro tempore: for what purpose does the gentleman from texas 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. beck and ke glenn sarah palin threatening it's nothing new. mr. doggett: the "national review" announced a suicide pact. 24e conservative caucus founder derided our president as a useful idiot and a weak man. sharp words for a president negotiate agnew clear agreement with an untrustworthy, terrorist-promote regular jet stream bent on destroying america. these these shrill republican attacks were against president ronald reagan for agreing with the soviets to limit nuclear missiles. while the bomb first rejectionist crowd, what they lack in understandi

mr. paulsen: permission to address the house for one minute. the speaker pro tempore: without objection. mr. paulsen: congress has a duty to ensure that taxpayer dollars by hard-working americans are spent wisely and responsibly. we have seen federal agencies that have acted in a way that waste taxpayer money by holding excessive conferences with ex tra -- gifts and perks. we remember ap conference that ost $823,000 for employees and thousands of dollars spent on gifts. the i.r.s. on conferences alone during a three-year period. these agencies need more accountability. that's why my colleague, ron kind introduced the bipartisan trace act. this legislation requires the head of a federal agency who is hosting a conference to submit a summary of that event to congress for review. this initiative will hold agencies accountable and improve oversight and transparency. it will save hard-earned taxpayer money and create a more efficient and effective government. i yield back. the speaker pro tempore: for what purpose does the gentlewoman from texas see

mr. paulsen. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman is recognize for 2 1/2 minutes. mr. paulsen: several years ago, 400 members of congress in this body a huge bipartisan majority, voted to increase sanctions on iran because they recognized that smart, targeted sanctions would curtail the iranian economy and help unite the world against the iranian nuclear weapons program. desperate for sanctions relief, iran came to the negotiation table. i support diplomatic efforts, it was hopeful that the president would be able to bring back a good deal. in fact, 365 representatives, 84% of the house, sent a letter to the president saying we could accept the deal that accomplished four things. this a long-lasting deal that ensured iran had no pathway to a bomb, that it fully disclosed the military aspects of its program, that we had any time, anywhere inspections, and that we addressed iran's ballistic missile capabilities and its destabilizing role in the region. sadly none of these principles were met in this deal. the president claimed thises the strongest nonproliferation deal ev

mr. paulsen: the sergeant was punished for his actions and was taken out of the region despite being a soldier that was critical to the mission. as someone who has worked to protect children and keep them safe from sexual exploitation, it is disheartening to see the military look the other way when children are being assault bid our allied forces. -- by our allies forces. this has to change. steps must be taken to ensure our military upholds american values while overseas. mr. speaker, our military should not be looking the other way when our allies are engaging in wrongful acts, and i yield back. the speaker pro tempore: for what purpose does the gentleman from new jersey seek recognition? without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute. mr. speaker, i'm honored once again today to serve as a congressional co-chair of national preparedness month. national preparedness month reminds us that we cannot become complacent in our efforts to build and improve emergency preparedness capabilities. coming from the 10th congressional district of the state of new jersey, which has experienc