Political Quotes

“When President Ronald Reagan signed the initial legislation establishing this treaty, he spoke of the longstanding cooperation and partnership between the United States and the South Pacific. He stated that the legislation would ``reinforce the bonds of friendship and affection that unite our peoples.'' The bill we are considering today furthers that effort. By updating the South Pacific Tuna Treaty in accordance with the 2016 amendments, we begin the next chapter of the partnership between the United States and the South Pacific. Strengthening these relationships could not be more important at a time when the United States' leadership is needed in this region to counter the growing malign influence of the Chinese Communist Party. I, once again, thank Mrs. Radewagen for her leadership on this important issue. I urge the adoption of the legislation, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Cloud). The question is on the motion offered by the gentlewoman from Wyoming (Ms. Hageman) that the House suspend the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 1792, as amended. The question was taken; and (two-thirds being in the affirmative) the rules were suspended and the bill, as amended, was passed. A motion to reconsider was laid on the table. ____________________”