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House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology Approves America COMPETES Act of 2015
23 Apr House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology Approves America COMPETES Act of 2015
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April 23, 2015. Washington, DC
On April 22, the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology voted 19-16 long party lines to pass an amended version of the American COMPETES Act of 2015 (H.R. 1806) after a day-long markup of the bill. The legislation to reauthorize the America COMPETES Act would authorize research, engineering, and education programs supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Department of Energy's Office of Science, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
H.R. 1806 did not go through the hearing process and did not include input from the Democratic committee members prior to the markup. It is viewed as partisan legislation that moves the nation backward in terms of research and development and is unlikely to become law in its current form. The committee heard 34 amendments and accepted a few while rejecting 24 proposals presented by Democrats. Some of the amendments were also withdrawn.
Chairman Lamar Smith (R-TX) offered a manager's amendment that made "minor technical changes" that includes shifting funding to support the National Science Board. It also includes funding for national laboratories and NSF work expanding STEM opportunities for students in grades K-8. The committee approved an amendment from Rep. Alan Grayson (D-FL) that requires the Department of Energy's Office of Science to explore alternative fusion energy concepts. The committee also accepted an amendment from Rep. Grayson authorizing Energy Frontier Research Centers at the department. One amendment from Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) would have used existing funds to integrate arts and design into federal STEM programs. It generated substantial debate but was ultimately rejected.
Several rejected amendments would have increased research and funding for green energy and climate change, or struck provisions from the bill that limit those things. The committee did adopt an amendment stating that Congress recognizes climate change exists. However, it was modified from Rep. Eric Swalwell's (D-CA) original version, which said humans contribute to climate change.
Chairman Smith and his Republican colleagues on the committee opposed several amendments that would increase funding for National Science Foundation agencies, citing the requirement to comply with the Budget Control Act spending limits. Rep. Randy Hultgren (R-IL) proposed an amendment to increase authorized funding levels for NSF, Department of Energy Office of Science and NIST if the Budget Control Act (BCA) spending caps are lifted. However, it was withdrawn.
House Science Committee Ranking Member Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) stated that the America COMPETES Act of 2007 and 2010 were true bipartisan measures unlike H.R. 1806. She and other Democrats expressed concern that ideological policies are driving reduced funding levels and the desire for more congressional direction and oversight over NSF. The Democrats and many in the science community believe the legislation adversely impacts education, science, and our nation's global competitiveness and sought unsuccessfully to substitute a democratic bill for H.R. 1806.
Key science organizations that oppose the bill include the Association of American Universities, American Physical Society, American Anthropological Association and the Consortium of Social Science Associations.
Two critical recurring themes throughout the markup were that NSF's merit-based system should be preserved and that authorizing the individual agency directorates would prove to be a mistake. It was articulated that politicians should not dictate priorities and research focus – this should continue be driven by scientists. Many of the Democrats argued that robust sustained investment in R&D is essential for the United States to maintain place as world leader in innovation.
The House mark up is the first step in a long process to pass a new America COMPETES Act. The House, which is very divided on the legislation along partisan lines, has to pass a bill, the Senate has to introduce and pass a bill, and a final version has to be negotiated by both chambers to send to the President for his signature. At the end of the day, actions and policies that build our nation's economy and innovation through long-term investments in science rather than divesting through funding cuts and polices driven by political ideology should be the objective.
Chairman Smith and Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Chairman John Thune (R-S.D.) said in a joint statement that they "share the goal of reauthorizing the agencies under the America COMPETES Act this year.
For more information on the American COMPETES Act of 2015, please see
http://science.house.gov/markup/hr-1806-america-competes-reauthorization-act-2015.
Please contact Ron Hamm at rhamm@hammconsulting.warnholz.pro if you have additional questions.
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It's a thrilling trip to the circus. In the birthday version of this story, it is your child's birthday and they become the star of the show and get to lead the grand parade!
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Cassidy Leah Chandler
In a Birthday Adventure
On her birthday, Cassidy Leah Chandler, age 6, was the happiest girl in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She was excited because she was going to the circus with Katy, Cade and Whitney.
As soon as they arrived at the circus, Cassidy bought popcorn and delicious cotton candy. Clutching her ticket, she anxiously waited in line. As Cassidy neared the main entrance to the circus tent, she could see a funny clown juggling many balls.
The ticket Cassidy held in her hand had a sparkling star on it. Seeing the star, the ticket-taker exclaimed, "Wait, little girl, your ticket is special. The star allows you to sit in the very front row!" Cassidy rushed to her seat, and the show immediately began.
"TOOT-TOOT," chugged a steam train as it rolled toward the center stage. The train clickity-clacked in a big circle and stopped directly in front of Cassidy.
Clowns wearing colorful costumes jumped out of one tiny car and did tricks that made everyone laugh. Cassidy wondered how so many clowns could fit inside such a small car.
Cassidy was delighted to see the chimpanzees balance on bicycles. All of a sudden, CoCo, the baby chimpanzee, disappeared. Cassidy noticed him ride his bicycle out of the circus tent straight into the parking lot.
Cassidy jumped from her seat and dashed after CoCo. Cassidy was able to save CoCo just before he crashed into a big truck. She then returned the thankful CoCo to his loving mother chimpanzee.
Then the ringmaster announced, "Ladies and gentlemen, today we have a very special guest in the audience. Her name is Cassidy Leah Chandler, age 6, from Santa Fe, New Mexico. Today is her birthday and she just saved the life of CoCo, the baby chimpanzee. Let's give her a big round of applause."
Cassidy smiled broadly as she joined the ringmaster on the center stage. Just then Cassidy saw several clowns wheeling out a huge cake. To her surprise the cake read: Happy Birthday, Cassidy Leah Chandler and thanks for saving CoCo, the baby chimpanzee.
Suddenly, a cuddly teddy bear jumped out of the giant birthday cake. Cassidy laughed and clapped her hands as three ballerina bears danced just for her birthday. Lovely ladies riding a team of horses galloped into the center ring. Cassidy was amazed to see the beautiful horses leap through blazing hoops of fire.
The ringmaster invited Cassidy to ride on one of the horses. Cassidy waved to Katy, Cade and Whitney as she rode past them on the white stallion. Cassidy thought, "It's great fun to be in the circus!"
Next, a bright red fire truck carrying fire-fighting bears raced toward a burning building. Cassidy, along with Katy, Cade and Whitney shouted, "Jump! Jump!" to the bear trapped inside the burning building. Quickly the frightened bear leaped into the safety net below. In a hurry, rescue bears stopped the fire by spraying water on the raging flames.
The ringmaster announced, "Ladies and gentlemen, our world-famous elephants will perform for you!" The huge animals did balancing acts, while clowns did cartwheels on their backs.
The ringmaster asked, "Cassidy, everyone thinks you're great, won't you please join the circus and travel around the world with us?" Cassidy replied, "I would love to be in the circus, but I would miss Katy, Cade and Whitney." The ringmaster pleaded, "For your birthday, will you lead the grand parade?" "I would love to," replied Cassidy.
She immediately climbed on the back of a huge elephant and proudly led the parade. Cassidy waved goodbye to her friends and promised to visit them when the circus returned to Santa Fe, New Mexico. Cassidy told Katy, Cade and Whitney, "I will never forget my wonderful adventure at the circus!"
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CSKHPKV Result 2018-19: Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya (CSK HPKV), is an agriculture university situated in the beautiful state of Himachal Pradesh. CSK HPKV was formerly Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya. It is among the top emerging agriculture universities in Hill region of India.
It came into existence on 1st November 1978 as an expansion of the existing College of Agriculture which was established in May 1966. The university mainly focuses on Hill agriculture. It is one of the leading agriculture universities in hilly regions that emerged as a torchbearer for the other universities.
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It is accredited with Indian Council of Agricultural Council (ICAR) & National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and it is a certified institution by ISO 9001:2008.
The main campus of the university covers an area of 397 hectares. The area at Outstations of the university is 190 hectares that also includes Krishi Vigyan Kendras/ Agricultural Science Centres.
Presently, CSK HPKV has a total number of 1523 students (679 boys and 844 girls) enrolled in its various undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses. It offers total 43 programs which include 6 Bachelor degree programs, 22 Master degree programs, and 15 doctoral degree programs. Since its inception around 6593 students has passed out.
CSK HPKV has a dedicated teaching and research staff of 249 teachers/scientists and 1107 of non-teachers. The university is very much engaged in research work and has released 155 improved varieties of various crops such as Paddy (23), Wheat (24), Barley (6), Maize (9), Pulses (24), Oilseeds (23), Sugarcane (1), Vegetables (29) etc.
Read the complete article to get complete information about CSKHPKV results. In this article, we have also shared additional information about a brief information about the university, constituent colleges, departments, research programs, exam and admission procedure, the procedure to check result online etc.
CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyala has four constituent colleges which ensure that each and every student enrolled in the university gets quality education on agriculture.
It is one of the old constituent colleges of CSK HP Krishi Vishvavidyala as it came into existence before the establishment of this agriculture university. It has 13 departments.
The registration for admission into the university starts generally in the month of April-May.
Foreign national and NRI candidates are also eligible for admission into the university.
Students are granted admission into the university on the basis of registration, the entrance test for few courses, merit, and interview.
Entrance test for admission into UG programs is conducted in the first week of June whereas for PG programs it is conducted in the second week of June.
The classes and session start from the first week of July.
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Check the name and result.
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Bloomberg Attacks Second Amendment
Beast Of New York City Dead
'Beast of Brooklyn' washed up in New York
Mystery surrounds the discovery of a hideous creature washed up under the Brooklyn Bridge in New York.
Dubbed the "Manhattan monster," its ghoulish carcass has a mutilated face, hairless flesh and five human-like fingers at the end of its limbs. The gruesome find has sparked an array of theories as to whether it is a giant water-logged rodent, a cooked pig, a swollen dog — or something more sinister.
Amateur photographer Denise Ginley snapped the mutant creature while walking along the East River on Sunday.
"We were horrified by it and we took some camera phone pictures," she said. "Then finally we decided to come back with my camera and I got up the courage to climb over the fence and get closer to it."
Watch the latest video at video.foxnews.com
Bloomberg The Dictator Of New York City
Time To De-Bloombergize New York City
S.M. Oliva
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In response to the Aurora movie theater killings, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg issued an extraordinary statement. A longtime opponent of the right to self-defense, Bloomberg told a CNN interviewer that police have a moral duty to rebel against the civilian population if they don't cede their remaining gun rights to the state:
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I don't understand why the police officers across this country don't stand up collectively and say, 'We're going to go on strike. We're not going to protect you. Unless you, the public, through your legislature, do what's required to keep us safe.'
This wasn't a political argument for "gun control" legislation. Bloomberg went on national television and demanded a military coup against a civilian government he deems insufficiently authoritarian. Like Adolf Hitler before him – and yes, I'm going there – he used the Aurora mass murder as a call to arms for his own version of the Beer Hall Putsch. By Bloomberg's own words, the "safety" of his armed militia is of greater importance than any fundamental rights the citizens may claim. There can no longer be any doubt that Bloomberg is a descendent of the Nazi and Communist ideologies that ravaged Europe during the previous century and linger to this day.
Bloomberg dictates what you can eat
Bloomberg dictates where you can smoke
Bloomberg bans salt
Bloomberg is a raven lunatic dictator
Bloomberg orders police to stop and frisks innocent people, now NY is being SUED


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Purple Yam known as Dioscorea alata, and many other names, is a species of yam, a tuberous root vegetable, that is bright lavender in color. People sometimes confused this with taro and the Okinawa sweet potato.
In my country, the Philippines, Purple yam is known as ube we used this in a variety of desserts, as well as a flavor for ice cream, milk, Swiss rolls, tarts, cookies, cakes, and other pastries. It is eaten as a sweetened jam called ube halayà, which is a popular ingredient in the iced dessert called halo-halo or just eaten by itself.
Yes, this is a starch on starch dessert. So if you are on a diet this is not for you.
Ube Halaya is a dessert usually serve in the Philippines for special occassions. You'll see this serve at Fiestas, most of the time. One thing about us Filipinos, we'll find any excuse to have a celebration. There's even this ridiculous thing young people do now. MONTHSARY's!!! They celebrate monthly anniversaries since the first day they dated or married, or celebrate their children's birthday every month until the baby turns one.
For some who have not tried Ube/purple yam, it will sound weird, unusual, or bizarre.
It taste a bit like sweet potato.
When made into ice cream it has a similar taste to red bean ice cream but has a smoother consistency.
So next time you visit an Asian Market look in the freezer, and see if you can find Ube Ice Cream. Be a wee bit adventurous and try it.
In the United States it will be hard to find fresh Purple Yam, you'll mostly find frozen grounded purple yam (labeled UBE) in the freezer aisle of your local Asian markets.
Here's my bestfriend's recipe that I can share with you.
In a medium size pan preferably non-stick, add and melt butter in medium heat.
Add the condensed milk. Blend well.
Continue mixing the ingredients for about 20-30 minutes, or until it is a thick and sticky consistency.
Add the evaporated milk a little at a time, and continue to stir for another 15 minutes.
Let cool. Transfer to a mold or you can just keep it in an airtight plastic container.
Make sure you constantly stir, it coagulates and dries easily.
I like to put the ube mixture right after it has cooled in the food processor to get a smoother consistency.
This looks great! I've seen purple yams sold here in Canada about 2 years ago, but never again.
I haven't seen fresh purple yams since I have moved here from California.
so I just use the frozen grated purple yam (UBE)from the Asian Market.
with all the nominations I'm getting.
Oh I just love ube! And thanks for sharing this easy to do ube jalaya ~ I'll bookmark this one and try it out. Thanks for visiting my blog.Have you been to my 2nd blog yet? Glad to have found another Filipino foodie, a Paulinian and Assumptionista at that!!!! So nice to meet you. Let's stay connected. Are we following each other on Twitter? I'm @Mango_Queen so hope to find you, too.
Thaanks for stopping by Betty! We definitely should stay in touch.
Love the amazing food bloggers I have met here.
I will visit you other blog soon.
Sounds so interesting! Never cooked this cuisine before OR with yam... Looks delicious!
It's a special treat Kelly. If you'd had Sweet potato, it's a bit similar but more decadent.
Thanks Ellen. You are so sweet!
I actually did nominated you as well.
This recipe is pretty easy Joanne.
Im sure you can make it without any problem.
Hi, Thank you for sharing this recipe. Just what I needed. My Korean friend came over and we reminisced our time together in the Philippines. Then she mentioned ube ice cream as her favorite. Luckily I had all the ingredients listed here and I made halaya for the first time ever today. It's wickedly good!
Is the ftozen ube are cooked already?
can i use sweet potato as substitue for ube?


I'll bet you didn't even notice the earthquake in the Gulf of Mexico last Sunday. Don't feel bad about it, not many people did.
According to the folks who measure such things, there was a 4.6 magnitude tremor centered about six miles deep about 160 miles southeast of New Orleans and 120 miles from Grand Isle about noon May 6.
It might have been noticed by sensitive souls as far away as New Orleans and Houma, but no there was no damage, nobody hurt and no tsunami came roaring inland. According to the Richter Scale, a quake of that size can cause "noticeable shaking of indoor objects and rattling noises in the affected area," so it might have rattled the china on an offshore platform or two, but that's about it.
And that's been about the size of it for practically all of the handful of little tremors that have affected Louisiana. According to a "Seismicity Map of the State of Louisiana" produced by the U.S. Geological Survey, "Louisiana residents have generally experienced low to moderate seismicity with more significant earthquakes occurring in the southeast corner and west central portion of the state." Geophysicists at the National Earthquake Information Center say most of Louisiana's tremors have been less than 75 miles from Baton Rouge.
It is interesting, to me at least, that there was another tremor of about the same size in almost exactly the same spot in the Gulf in 1986. Are two shakes in 32 years a pattern?