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“as Guam recuperates from Korean Air Flight 801's crash on August 6, I wish to direct the Nation's attention to a key participant in the facilitation of various procedures linked to this tragedy. From its investigative efforts to its family affairs responsibilities, the National Transportation Safety Board was and continues to be an instrumental component in this process. The NTSB's efficient work continues to clarify the many aspects of the crash, such as the state of the aircraft, weather conditions and the like. One of the NTSB's main functions is its role in helping victims' families cope with their losses. I laud their efforts in tactfully dealing with the aggrieved individuals in such unsavory, but necessary, procedures as the identification of the remains. The NTSB has and continues to conduct their investigations professionally and competently. I have had the opportunity, Mr. Speaker, to meet with NTSB officials while they were on Guam and recently in Washington. They assure me that they are doing all that they can in their efforts to bring closure to this serious tragedy. As Members of Congress, we should also exert every effort to aid those affected by this tragedy. In the next few days, I will be introducing legislation which would require foreign air carriers to establish disaster assistance plans if they are permitted to travel in the United States.”