Howard Berman: “due to a death in the family, I was unable to vote on the conference report for the fiscal year 2006…”

We were appalled at Gurry's lack of accountability and transparency and his lack of judgment at attempts at keeping these illegal transfers secret.

It is disingenuous, I have to say, Mr. Reese, for you to talk about finding the rate that will incentivize more webcasting by radio stations without acknowledging any obligation to be subject to a performance right for over-the-air…

I think it is an appropriate time to recognize the strong and steadfast leadership she has demonstrated over the past 4 years.

I have no further requests for time. If the gentlelady is prepared to close, I am prepared to relinquish my remaining time. Mr. Speaker, I urge support for the legislation, and I yield back the balance of my time.