In addition, the VFW provides $3 million annually for cancer research and $15 million for veteran-service programs.

Mr. Speaker, again, I join the constituents of the 30th Congressional District of Texas in congratulating the wonderful achievements of Pvt. Malcolm Barnes Sherrod.

His successful completion has promoted him from recruit to private. I join with his proud family and the constituents of the 30th Congressional District of Texas in commending his achievements.

Mr. Speaker, Private Sherrod certainly has the motivation and the lineage to be a great marine and serve his country.

Mr. Speaker, all these activities that I mentioned are demanding and challenging for any young man or woman.

Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to Pvt. Malcolm Barnes Sherrod of Irving, TX, regarding his recent graduation of the Young Marine Training Course in Tarrant County sponsored by the Young Marine Corps League.

Mr. Speaker, I am confident that Private Sherrod will take on the challenges at both survival and leadership school with tremendous focus and effort.

the cruise industry created 176,433 jobs for U.S. citizens in 1997.

the cruise industry pays millions of dollars in taxes each year.

the cruise industry has made to the great State of Alaska and this country.

I rise to introduce H.J. Res. 55, the Mailbox Privacy Protection Act, a joint resolution disapproving a Postal Service Regulation

the Federal role in crime, even if the crime is committed in 'interstate commerce,' is a limited one.

The Federal Government should not force any American citizen to divulge personal information as the price for receiving mail.

Today, I am introducing the E-Mail User Protection Act.

the safety of our children as a national priority.

juvenile crime today tends to be more violent and involves younger children than in the past.

Congress needs to get its priorities in line as well and act on legislation that would stop youth violence.

It is imperative that we implement aggressive and comprehensive approaches to keep our children safe.