In summary, this legislation creates a situation in which the federal government, the State of New Mexico, and the people of Rio Arriba County all benefit.

With the bipartisan support of the New Mexico delegation, I am confident that this chamber realizes that this bill is good for New Mexico.

This legislation provides for a transfer by the Secretary of Interior of real property and improvements at an abandoned and surplus ranger station in the Carson National Forest to Rio Arriba County.

Today I introduce legislation, which is being cosponsored by my colleague from New Mexico, Heather Wilson, that provides for the transfer of an unwanted facility and federal land to the people of Rio Arriba County, NM.

I commend them for their hard work, commitment and dedication.

Economic prosperity, lower taxes, and freedom can support and strengthen families and marriages.

Coloradans, being common sense, caring people, recognize marriage and family last forever.

Government should take a page from the Hippocratic Oath: 'First, do no harm.'

Coloradans bristle when politicians betray their marriage vows for extramarital affairs.

These fine athletes constantly train and strive to better themselves.

Failure to do so will only perpetuate the myth that strong marriages and families are just by-products of a strong economy.

Mr. Doug Bell and Ms. Marilyn Stapleton were both ranked third among America's best runners by age group in the Running Times.

Doug Bell, owner of Bell's Running, and Marilyn Stapleton set fine examples for young athletes.

For two years, Coloradans have been bombarded with opinions suggesting it's not about fidelity, commitment, or personal behavior.

I campaigned on virtually one single issue--balancing the budget.

It's time to stop runaway government spending.

The Balanced Budget Amendment I propose guarantees the federal budget will be balanced each year to come.

As a mark of respect to the memory of R. Scott Bates, Legislative Clerk of the United States Senate, all flags of the United States located on Capitol Buildings or on the Capitol grounds shall be flown at half-staff on the day of his…