I rise to pay tribute to John Ruthven, a longtime friend and leader in my community, who will be honored as a Great Living Cincinnatian.

John's art is displayed in the White House, in the Congress and in other prominent places around the world.

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.

Mr. Speaker, 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.

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.

I am calling upon my colleagues to join me in taking this important step to restore prescription drug benefits for thousands of beneficiaries.

Seniors across the nation placed their trust in Congress when they selected a Medicare HMO.

I rise today to introduce legislation that will restore to thousands of our nation's seniors access to an essential element of comprehensive medical care--prescription drugs.

Today, as Americans head off to work, 17 of them will die and 18,600 of them will be injured on the job.

The SAFE Act strikes a new and healthier balance for America's workers.

The SAFE Act's proactive approach to achieving safer workplaces is revolutionary because it empowers both OSHA and the employer.

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…

Mr. Chief Justice, our Senate family grieves today and our hearts are heavy as a result of the tragic loss of Scott Bates.

Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring), That, 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…

He was an example of public service at its finest, never claiming the spotlight, never seeking a headline, but always working for the good of this institution and for the country we are here to serve.

Mr. President, I am pleased to join with Senator McCain, the Chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee, and Senators Bryan and Snowe in introducing today the Airline Passenger Fairness Act of 1999.

The purpose of our legislation is to assure that consumer protections don't end when a passenger pulls into the airport parking lot.