Executive and Other Communications (Cong. Rec., Nov. 4, 2021)
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This is S7787 of the Congressional Record, Senate, November 4, 2021, with interleaved columns. The page records executive messages referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations and a message from the House that it passed S. 1064, on U.S. diplomatic tools toward free and fair elections in Nicaragua, without amendment. It also records H. Con. Res. 44, providing for a joint hearing of the Budget Committees to receive a presentation from the Comptroller General. Additional statements include Mr. Romney remembering Arne Sorenson of Marriott, Mr. Young thanking Andrew Klein, dean of the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, and a tribute to Carolyn Hofer of South Dakota.
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November 4, 2021 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7787
graduate from Nettleton Commercial joy, and purpose, and while they now the Senate by Mr. Swann, one of his
College. She entered the insurance in- mourn his loss, I hope they may find secretaries.
dustry shortly thereafter and never comfort knowing Arne’s light will f
looked back. Carolyn started with Un- shine on for eternity. May he rest in
derwriter’s Adjusting Company before peace.∑ EXECUTIVE MESSAGES REFERRED
moving to Pierre and working for Dave f In executive session the Presiding Of-
Johnson Insurance. Following her time ficer laid before the Senate messages
TRIBUTE TO ANDREW KLEIN
there, the IIASD opportunity presented from the President of the United
itself, and Carolyn subsequently rose ∑ Mr. YOUNG. Mr. President, today I States submitting sundry nominations
through the ranks to become the asso- wish to thank Andrew Klein for his re- which were referred to the Committee
ciation’s top employee. markable tenure as dean of the Indiana on Foreign Relations.
Despite the many hours that Carolyn University Robert H. McKinney School (The messages received today are
has spent serving her agent member- of Law. Of the 21 years Mr. Klein has printed at the end of the Senate pro-
ship and their customers, she will be served the law school, he spent seven ceedings.)
the first to tell you that she has re- serving as its dean. f
ceived so much more than she has Under Mr. Klein’s leadership, IU
given over the years. That is truly the McKinney acquired national recogni- MESSAGE FROM THE HOUSE
heart of a servant leader. tion as one of the best value law At 11:36 a.m., a message from the
I would also like to recognize schools. Additionally, the school’s House of Representatives, delivered by
Carolyn’s husband, Doug, who also legal writing and health law programs Mrs. Cole, one of its reading clerks, an-
served our great State for many years have often been ranked among the top nounced that the House has passed the
as director of the South Dakota State in the country by U.S. News & World following bill, without amendment:
Parks. Together, Carolyn and Doug Report. S. 1064. An act to advance the strategic
have positively impacted so many Over the course of his years as dean alignment of United States diplomatic tools
South Dakotans. of IU McKinney, Mr. Klein frequently toward the realization of free, fair, and
The State of South Dakota is truly called the position the greatest honor transparent elections in Nicaragua and to re-
proud of Carolyn Hofer and wishes her of his professional life. Those who affirm the commitment of the United States
all the best.∑ worked with Mr. Klein in this capacity to protect the fundamental freedoms and
admired him for his people-focused and human rights of the people of Nicaragua, and
f for other purposes.
institutionally minded leadership
REMEMBERING ARNE SORENSON style. Back home in Indiana, Mr. The message further announced that
∑ Mr. ROMNEY. Mr. President, I rise Klein’s service to the legal profession the House has agreed to the following
today to honor the esteemed legacy of has not gone unrecognized. In 2019, he concurrent resolution, in which it re-
my friend, Arne Sorenson, who passed was presented with the Indianapolis quests the concurrence of the Senate:
away earlier this year. Arne’s many ac- Bar Association President’s Award for H. Con. Res. 44. Concurrent resolution pro-
complishments in his personal and pro- service to the legal profession and the viding for a joint hearing of the Committees
fessional life continue to profoundly Indiana University Bicentennial Medal on the Budget of the House of Representa-
impact the lives of many. Most re- tives and the Senate to receive a presen-
for service in support of the univer-
tation from the Comptroller General of the
cently, Arne’s Marriott family, num- sity’s mission. United States regarding the audited finan-
bering over 120,000 employees, wit- Upon announcing his retirement as cial statement of the executive branch.
nessed his high-caliber leadership as he dean, Mr. Klein made clear that his
f
navigated the company through a tur- work at IU McKinney is not yet fin-
bulent period in the hospitality indus- ished. In addition to his strong leader- MEASURES REFERRED
try. Arne was a faithful and compas- ship capabilities, Mr. Klein has a nat- The following concurrent resolution
sionate servant leader, and I will al- ural ability to teach and will continue was read, and referred as indicated:
ways cherish his friendship. to serve as a professor at the School of H. Con. Res. 44. Concurrent resolution pro-
Arne’s contagious spirit of kindness Law. His outstanding efforts as an in- viding for a joint hearing of the Committees
and generosity sets a high standard for structor have earned him several pres- on the Budget of the House of Representa-
what success looks like, in both public tigious awards, including the Indiana tives and the Senate to receive a presen-
and private life. As a business execu- University Trustees Teaching Award. tation from the Comptroller General of the
tive, he cared deeply for his employees Mr. Klein’s commendable service to United States regarding the audited finan-
and customers and continued to serve the Indianapolis community extends cial statement of the executive branch; to
as president and CEO while privately beyond his role at IU McKinney. He the Committee on the Budget.
persevering through extraordinary serves on the board of directors for the f
health challenges. His selfless leader- Indianapolis Legal Aid Society, an or- EXECUTIVE AND OTHER
ship is an example we can all aspire to. ganization committed to providing COMMUNICATIONS
The culture he helped build and fos- legal advice to vulnerable populations.
ter at Marriott is unmatched. Arne’s Additionally, Mr. Klein serves on the The following communications were
decades of experience in the hospitality board of directors for Play Ball Indi- laid before the Senate, together with
industry yielded outstanding results ana, an organization that fosters op- accompanying papers, reports, and doc-
for his enterprise, notably the acquisi- portunities for inner-city youth to play uments, and were referred as indicated:
tion of over 30 hotel groups, elevating baseball and grow as individuals. EC–2570. A communication from the Acting
Marriott to be the largest hotel chain Mr. Klein’s retirement as dean of IU Assistant General Counsel for Legislation,
in the world. His humility and wisdom McKinney marks the end of a laudable Regulation and Energy Efficiency, Office of
often carried the day. He consistently Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy,
chapter for the school, and I look for- Department of Energy, transmitting, pursu-
praised and recognized the achieve- ward to seeing him continue to impact ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘En-
ments of his employees and partners lives there while serving as a professor. ergy Conservation Program: Final Deter-
and always sought feedback from I congratulate him on all his tremen- mination of Fans and Blowers as Covered
friends, family, colleagues, and cus- dous achievements throughout his ca- Equipment’’ (RIN1905–AC55) received in the
tomers. reer and look forward to his further Office of the President of the Senate on Oc-
Above all, Arne was a faithful and contributions to the greater Indianap- tober 26, 2021; to the Committee on Energy
loving husband, father, and friend. His olis community and the State of Indi- and Natural Resources.
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integrity and values-based decision EC–2571. A communication from the Assist-
ana as a whole.∑ ant General Counsel for Legislation, Regula-
making extended from the business f tion and Energy Efficiency, Department of
world to the benefit of everyone lucky Energy, transmitting, pursuant to law, the
enough to have known him, especially MESSAGES FROM THE PRESIDENT
report of a rule entitled ‘‘Energy Conserva-
his wonderful family. Arne’s wife and Messages from the President of the tion Program: Test Procedure for Distribu-
four children were his greatest pride, United States were communicated to tion Transformers’’ ((RIN1904–AE19) (10 CFR
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S7788 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 4, 2021
Parts 431)) received in the Office of the Presi- Senate on October 28, 2021; to the Committee respond to requests to appear and tes-
dent of the Senate on October 26, 2021; to the on Environment and Public Works. tify before any duly constituted com-
Committee on Energy and Natural Re- EC–2580. A communication from the Asso- mittee of the Senate.
sources. ciate Director of the Regulatory Manage-
EC–2572. A communication from the Assist- ment Division, Environmental Protection
(Nominations without an asterisk
ant General Counsel for Legislation, Regula- Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the were reported with the recommenda-
tion and Energy Efficiency, Department of report of a rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; tion that they be confirmed.)
Energy, transmitting, pursuant to law, the California; San Diego Air Pollution Control f
report of a rule entitled ‘‘Energy Conserva- District’’ (FRL No. 8746–02–R9) received in
tion Program: Test Procedures for Refrigera- the Office of the President of the Senate on INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND
tion Products’’ ((RIN1904–AD84) (10 CFR October 25, 2021; to the Committee on Envi- JOINT RESOLUTIONS
Parts 429 and 430)) received in the Office of ronment and Public Works.
the President of the Senate on October 26, EC–2581. A communication from the Asso- The following bills and joint resolu-
2021; to the Committee on Energy and Nat- ciate Director of the Regulatory Manage- tions were introduced, read the first
ural Resources. ment Division, Environmental Protection and second times by unanimous con-
EC–2573. A communication from the Assist- Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the sent, and referred as indicated:
ant General Counsel for Legislation, Regula- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; By Mr. TESTER (for himself and Mr.
tion and Energy Efficiency, Department of AK; Juneau, Mendenhall Valley Second 10- MORAN):
Energy, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Year PM10 Limited Maintenance Plan’’ (FRL S. 3163. A bill to improve access to medical
report of a rule entitled ‘‘Energy Conserva- No. 8788–02–R10) received in the Office of the examinations required by veterans to obtain
tion Program: Test Procedure for Clothes President of the Senate on October 25, 2021; disability compensation or pension under
Dryers’’ ((RIN1904–AD46) (10 CFR Parts 429 to the Committee on Environment and Pub- laws administered by the Secretary of Vet-
and 430)) received in the Office of the Presi- lic Works. erans Affairs, and for other purposes; to the
dent of the Senate on October 26, 2021; to the EC–2582. A communication from the Asso- Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.
Committee on Energy and Natural Re- ciate Director of the Regulatory Manage- By Mr. CARDIN (for himself, Mr.
sources. ment Division, Environmental Protection LEAHY, Mr. BLUMENTHAL, Mrs. FEIN-
EC–2574. A communication from the Asso- Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the STEIN, Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. BOOKER,
ciate Director of the Regulatory Manage- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Mr. CASEY, Ms. WARREN, Mr. MAR-
ment Division, Environmental Protection California; South Coast Air Quality Manage- KEY, Ms. SMITH, and Ms. KLOBUCHAR):
Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the ment District; Stationary Source Permits’’ S. 3164. A bill to require non-Federal pris-
report of a rule entitled ‘‘Designation of (FRL No. 8897–02–R9) received in the Office of on, correctional, and detention facilities
Areas for Air Quality Planning Purposes; the President of the Senate on October 25, holding Federal prisoners or detainees under
California; Eastern Kern, Sacramento Metro, 2021; to the Committee on Environment and a contract with the Federal Government to
and Western Nevada 2015 Ozone Nonattain- Public Works. make the same information available to the
ment Areas; Reclassification to Serious’’ EC–2583. A communication from the Ad- public that Federal prisons and correctional
(FRL No. 8710–02–R9) received in the Office of ministrator of the Environmental Protection facilities are required to make available; to
the President of the Senate on October 28, Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- the Committee on the Judiciary.
2021; to the Committee on Environment and port relative to the Agency’s Progress of Im- By Mr. BENNET (for himself and Ms.
Public Works. plementing the Strategic Plan of the Toxic
EC–2575. A communication from the Asso- WARREN):
Substances Control Act (TSCA); to the Com- S. 3165. A bill to amend the Federal Elec-
ciate Director of the Regulatory Manage- mittee on Environment and Public Works.
ment Division, Environmental Protection tion Campaign Act of 1971 to require each au-
EC–2584. A communication from the Direc- thorized committee or leadership PAC of a
Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the tor of the Legal Processing Division, Inter-
report of a rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; former candidate for election for Federal of-
nal Revenue Service, Department of the fice to disburse all of the remaining funds of
Nevada; Revisions to Clark County Ozone Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the
Maintenance Plan’’ (FRL No. 8716–02–R9) re- the committee or PAC after the election, and
report of a rule entitled ‘‘Funding relief for for other purposes; to the Committee on
ceived in the Office of the President of the multiemployer defined benefit pension plans
Senate on October 28, 2021; to the Committee Rules and Administration.
under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021’’ By Mr. CARDIN (for himself and Ms.
on Environment and Public Works. (Notice 2021–57) received in the Office of the
EC–2576. A communication from the Asso- STABENOW):
President of the Senate on October 28, 2021; S. 3166. A bill to amend title XIX of the So-
ciate Director of the Regulatory Manage- to the Committee on Finance.
ment Division, Environmental Protection cial Security Act to improve coverage of
Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the f dental and oral health services for adults
report of a rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; under Medicaid, and for other purposes; to
EXECUTIVE REPORTS OF the Committee on Finance.
South Carolina; 2018 General Assembly New COMMITTEES
Source Review Update’’ (FRL No. 8762–02–R4) By Mr. MARKEY (for himself and Mr.
received in the Office of the President of the The following executive reports of MERKLEY):
Senate on October 28, 2021; to the Committee nominations were submitted: S. 3167. A bill to amend the Bank Holding
on Environment and Public Works. Company Act of 1956 and the Dodd-Frank
By Ms. STABENOW for the Committee on
EC–2577. A communication from the Asso- Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protec-
Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
ciate Director of the Regulatory Manage- tion Act to require disclosure of certain fi-
*Rostin Behnam, of Maryland, to be Chair-
ment Division, Environmental Protection nanced emissions, and for other purposes; to
man of the Commodity Futures Trading
Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the the Committee on Banking, Housing, and
Commission.
report of a rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Urban Affairs.
*Rostin Behnam, of Maryland, to be a
SC; Revisions to Definitions’’ (FRL No. 8779– By Mr. KELLY (for himself and Ms.
Commissioner of the Commodity Futures
02–R4) received in the Office of the President SINEMA):
Trading Commission for a term expiring
of the Senate on October 28, 2021; to the Com- S. 3168. A bill to amend the White Moun-
June 19, 2026.
mittee on Environment and Public Works. tain Apache Tribe Water Rights Quantifica-
By Mr. DURBIN for the Committee on the
EC–2578. A communication from the Asso- tion Act of 2010 to modify the enforceability
Judiciary.
ciate Director of the Regulatory Manage- date for certain provisions, and for other
Clare E. Connors, of Hawaii, to be United
ment Division, Environmental Protection purposes; to the Committee on Indian Af-
States Attorney for the District of Hawaii
Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the fairs.
for the term of four years.
report of a rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Zachary A. Cunha, of Rhode Island, to be By Ms. HASSAN:
California; Eastern Kern Air Pollution Con- United States Attorney for the District of S. 3169. A bill to amend the Federal Food,
trol District’’ (FRL No. 8808–02–R9) received Rhode Island for the term of four years. Drug, and Cosmetic Act to prohibit the in-
in the Office of the President of the Senate Nikolas P. Kerest, of Vermont, to be troduction or delivery for introduction into
on October 28, 2021; to the Committee on En- United States Attorney for the District of interstate commerce of food packaging con-
vironment and Public Works. Vermont for the term of four years. taining intentionally added PFAS, and for
EC–2579. A communication from the Asso- Cole Finegan, of Colorado, to be United other purposes; to the Committee on Health,
ciate Director of the Regulatory Manage- States Attorney for the District of Colorado Education, Labor, and Pensions.
ment Division, Environmental Protection for the term of four years. By Mr. LEE:
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Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Kenneth L. Parker, of Ohio, to be United S. 3170. A bill to ensure that nothing in
report of a rule entitled ‘‘Approval and Pro- States Attorney for the Southern District of Federal law, other than an explicit state-
mulgation of State Plans for Designated Fa- Ohio for the term of four years. ment in an Act of Congress, shall be con-
cilities and Pollutants: Massachusetts; 11(d)/ strued to provide an executive agency with
129 Revised State Plan for Large Municipal *Nomination was reported with rec- the authority to mandate, or implement a
Waste Combustors’’ (FRL No. 8861–01–R1) re- ommendation that it be confirmed sub- mandate, that an individual be inoculated by
ceived in the Office of the President of the ject to the nominee’s commitment to a COVID–19 vaccine, and for other purposes;
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