Jon L. Christensen: “H.R. 4192 was introduced by my colleague from Arkansas Mr. Ross. Although former President Clinton lived in several…”

“H.R. 4192 was introduced by my colleague from Arkansas Mr. Ross. Although former President Clinton lived in several other homes during his childhood, this home in Hope, Arkansas, is the one most closely identified with his youth and early development. Former President Clinton's upbringing in Hope played a prominent role in his political campaigns. He summed up his sense of the community with the well-known phrase, ``I still believe in a place called Hope.'' Madam Speaker, inclusion of this site within the National Park System is consistent with numerous Presidential sites previously authorized, including that of the Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home in 2002. Madam Speaker, I would also note that H.R. 4192 is supported by the entire Arkansas congressional delegation, and also has the support of State and local officials. We support H.R. 4192 and urge the adoption of this legislation by the House today. Madam Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.”