[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 208 (Wednesday, December 10, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1175]
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                          PERSONAL EXPLANATION

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                            HON. JIMMY GOMEZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 10, 2025

  Mr. GOMEZ. Mr. Speaker, I wish to correct the Record as it relates to 
my recorded vote on S. 1071. On December 10, 2025, my vote was 
incorrectly cast as ``YEA'' on Roll Call vote No. 320.
  It was my clear intention to vote ``NAY'' on Roll Call vote No. 320.
  I opposed this bill, especially as amended, because it expands the 
Department of Defense's authority into areas traditionally handled by 
civilian agencies. The measure extends for five years the DoD's 
authority to support civilian law enforcement and authorizes 
contracting arrangements that enable DoD support for U.S. Customs and 
Border Protection at the southern border; prohibits transgender 
athletes enrolled at military service academies from competing in 
women's sports; and repeals several diversity, equity, and inclusion 
provisions. In my view, these provisions accelerate the militarization 
of domestic policy and increase reliance on defense infrastructure for 
missions that should remain civilian-led. Additionally, I have broader 
concerns about the spending in this bill at a time when significant 
cuts are being directed at Medicare, Medicaid, and other essential 
programs.

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