[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 62 (Monday, April 7, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H1421]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              SUPPORTING REVERSAL OF CALIFORNIA EV MANDATE

  (Mr. Joyce of Pennsylvania was recognized to address the House for 5 
minutes.)
  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, last week I introduced 
legislation to reverse the out-of-touch California EV mandate that the 
Biden administration approved with one foot already out the door.
  This de facto ban on internal combustion engines not only stifles 
innovation and blocks consumer choice for the American people, but it 
also threatens 40 percent of the auto market including the Commonwealth 
of Pennsylvania.
  I have been leading this fight since I arrived in Congress to protect 
consumer choice and to foster further innovation in the auto industry. 
With the support of President Trump and Energy and Commerce Chairman 
Brett Guthrie, I am confident that this legislation will swiftly pass 
and be signed into law.


      Encouraging Innovation Through Artificial Intelligence Base

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, at the beginning of this 
term, President Trump announced an aggressive artificial intelligence 
plan to keep the U.S. competitive with China.
  Just 3 months later, we are already seeing this plan in action 
through the investment of billions of dollars to revitalize the former 
Homer City Generating Station located in Pennsylvania.
  Projects like this and the Three Mile Island nuclear plant's 
revitalization not only bring revenue in for local economies, it 
employs hardworking Americans. It also helps our Nation stay 
competitive with China in the development of artificial intelligence.
  As President Trump builds up our artificial intelligence base, the 
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania stands ready to fulfill its necessary 
energy needs.


                         Protecting Our Border

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, since President Trump was 
sworn into office, the daily number of border crossings has plummeted 
to record lows. Currently, our Border Patrol agents are making fewer 
than 50 arrests per day at the U.S.-Mexico border. Under President 
Biden, Border Patrol was averaging more than 1,000 arrests a day.
  President Trump has promised to secure our border and make our 
communities safer by removing dangerous criminals from our streets. 
Just 3 months into his term, the results of these policies truly speak 
for themselves: Promises made, promises kept.


      Honoring the Life of Lieutenant Colonel Boyd ``Buzz'' Wagner

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor World 
War II ace pilot and Johnstown native, Lieutenant Colonel Boyd ``Buzz'' 
Wagner.
  Buzz completed his flight training in 1938 before he was assigned to 
the Philippines. When Japanese forces attacked the Philippines in 
December of 1941, Buzz quickly shot down five Japanese planes, making 
him the first ace pilot of World War II.
  By April of the following year, Buzz was credited with eight air-to-
air kills, as well as numerous successful bombing runs on Japanese 
airfields, one of which earned him the Distinguished Service Cross 
citation.
  Though he tragically passed away in November of 1942 during a 
training flight in Alabama, Buzz's legacy lives on as an inspiration to 
all aspiring aviators.


       Congratulating University of Florida Forward Thomas Haugh

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate 
University of Florida forward and New Oxford, Pennsylvania, native 
Thomas Haugh who helped lead the Florida Gators to a Final Four 
victory, clinching their spot in the national championship game. Thomas 
played a critical role in the semifinal game, recording 12 points, 7 
rebounds, and 2 blocks.
  On behalf of everyone in Pennsylvania's 13th District, I congratulate 
Thomas and his parents, Jennifer and Ryan, on this incredible victory. 
I wish the best of luck to Thomas and the entire Florida Gators team in 
the national championship game tonight.

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