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Expressing support for the designation of October 2017 as National Audiology Awareness Month.

Expressing support for the designation of October 2017 as National Audiology Awareness Month. Whereas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hearing loss is the third most common chronic physical condition in the United States; Whereas the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have found that 24 percent of adults in the United States, or 40,000,000 individuals, may have noise-induced hearing loss in 1 or both ears; Whereas, although the prevalence of hearing loss increases with age, approximately 40 percent of individuals with hearing loss are under the age of 60; Whereas people frequently delay seeking assessment and treatment for their hearing loss; Whereas audiologists are health care professionals who diagnose, treat, and manage hearing loss and balance disorders; Whereas audiologists treat patients in many different settings, including private practice, hospitals, schools, Veterans Health Administration hospitals, and otolaryngology offices; Whereas October 2017 would be an appropriate month to designate as National Audiology Awareness Month; and Whereas there is a need for greater awareness on the part of the public regarding issues related to the hearing and balance care provided by audiologists: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) supports the designation of October 2017 as National Audiology Awareness Month (2) recognizes the actions of audiologists, including clinicians, researchers, and others who work to improve the well-being of individuals with hearing loss and balance disorders.

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of October 2017 as National Audiology Awareness Month, and recognizes the actions of audiologists who work to improve the well-being of individuals with hearing loss and balance disorders.
Designating July 14, 2017, as Collector Car Appreciation Day and recognizing that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.

Designating July 14, 2017, as Collector Car Appreciation Day and recognizing that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States. Whereas many people in the United States maintain classic automobiles as a pastime and do so with great passion and as a means of individual expression; Whereas the Senate recognizes the effect that the more than 100-year history of the automobile has had on the economic progress of the United States and supports wholeheartedly all activities involved in the restoration and exhibition of classic automobiles; Whereas the collection, restoration, and preservation of automobiles is an activity shared across generations and across all segments of society; Whereas thousands of local car clubs and related businesses have been instrumental in preserving a historic part of the heritage of the United States by encouraging the restoration and exhibition of such vintage works of art; Whereas automotive restoration provides well-paying, high-skilled jobs for people in all 50 States; and Whereas automobiles have provided the inspiration for music, photography, cinema, fashion, and other artistic pursuits that have become part of the popular culture of the United States: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates July 14, 2017, as Collector Car Appreciation Day (2) recognizes that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to engage in events and commemorations of Collector Car Appreciation Day that create opportunities for collector car owners to educate young people about the importance of preserving the cultural heritage of the United States, including through the collection and restoration of collector cars.

Summary: Designates July 14, 2017, as Collector Car Appreciation Day. Recognizes that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.
Recognizing the 69th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the celebration of Human Rights Day.

Recognizing the 69th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the celebration of Human Rights Day Whereas the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the United Nations 69 years ago on December 10, 1948, represents the first comprehensive agreement among nations as to the specific rights and freedoms of all human beings; Whereas the Universal Declaration of Human Rights upholds the basic principles of liberty and freedom enshrined in the Constitution of the United States and the Bill of Rights; Whereas awareness of human rights (1) is essential to the realization of fundamental freedoms; (2) promotes equality; (3) contributes to preventing conflict and human rights violations; and (4) enhances participation in democratic processes; Whereas Congress has a proud history of promoting human rights that are internationally recognized; and Whereas December 10 of each year is celebrated around the world as Human Rights Day: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) recognizes the 69th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the celebration of Human Rights Day (2) supports the ideals of human rights and reaffirms the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; (3) encourages all nations to continue working towards freedom, peace, and security, which can be achieved through democracy, respect for human rights, and the rule of law; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to observe Human Rights Day

Summary: Recognizes the 69th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the celebration of Human Rights Day. Supports the ideals of human rights and reaffirms the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Encourages all nations to continue working towards freedom, peace, and security which can be achieved through democracy, respect for human rights, and the rule of law.
Recognizing the service of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine the USS Jacksonville and the crew of the USS Jacksonville, who served the United States with valor and bravery.

Recognizing the service of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine the USS Jacksonville and the crew of the USS Jacksonville, who served the United States with valor and bravery. Whereas the USS Jacksonville (SSN 699) is named after Jacksonville, the largest and most populous city in Florida, and is the first ship to bear that name; Whereas the slogan of the city of Jacksonville, Florida, is The Bold New City of the South The Bold One Whereas, on August 10, 2017, the USS Jacksonville returned to the home port of the USS Jacksonville at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in the Western Pacific after 209 days out to sea, thus completing the 15th and final deployment of the USS Jacksonville; Whereas, on the last deployment of the USS Jacksonville, the USS Jacksonville steamed more than 48,000 nautical miles while conducting (1) maritime security operations in the areas of operation of the Fifth Fleet and Seventh Fleet of the United States; and (2) joint exercises with the Maritime Self-Defense Force of Japan and the navy of the Republic of India; Whereas, since the commissioning of the USS Jacksonville on May 16, 1981, the USS Jacksonville has completed 2 around-the-world cruises, visited ports on nearly every continent, and completed countless critical missions; and Whereas, on September 11, 2001, while the USS Jacksonville was attached to the Enterprise Battle Group, the USS Jacksonville (1) was in the Mediterranean Sea; and (2) stayed on-station to provide critical intelligence support as the United States prepared to retaliate in response to the terrorist attacks carried out on that day: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate recognizes the service of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine the USS Jacksonville and the crew of the USS Jacksonville, who served the United States with valor and bravery.

Summary: Recognizes the service of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine the USS Jacksonville and its crew.
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Travel and Tourism Week and honoring the valuable contributions of travel and tourism to the United States.

Supporting the goals and ideals of National Travel and Tourism Week and honoring the valuable contributions of travel and tourism to the United States. Whereas National Travel and Tourism Week was established in 1983 through the enactment of the Joint Resolution entitled Joint Resolution to designate the week beginning May 27, 1984, as National Tourism Week Public Law 98178 Whereas National Travel and Tourism Week is celebrated across the United States from May 7 through May 13, 2017; Whereas more than 400 celebrations throughout the United States are scheduled in honor of National Travel and Tourism Week; Whereas 1 out of every 9 jobs in the United States depends on travel and tourism and the travel and tourism industry supports 15,300,000 jobs in the United States; Whereas the travel and tourism industry employs individuals in all 50 States, the District of Columbia, and all the territories of the United States; Whereas international travel to the United States (1) is the single largest export industry in the United States; and (2) generates a trade surplus balance of approximately $87,000,000,000; Whereas the travel and tourism industry, Congress, and the President have worked to streamline the visa process and make the United States welcoming to visitors from other countries; Whereas travel and tourism provide significant economic benefits to the United States by generating nearly $2,300,000,000,000 in annual economic output; Whereas leisure travel allows individuals to experience the rich cultural heritage and educational opportunities of the United States and its communities; and Whereas the immense value of travel and tourism cannot be overstated: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Travel and Tourism Week; (2) commends the travel and tourism industry for its important contributions to the United States; and (3) commends the employees of the travel and tourism industry for their important contributions to the United States.

Summary: Supports the goals and ideals of National Travel and Tourism Week. Commends travel and tourism industry employees for their important contributions to the United States.
Commending the bravery of the United States Capitol Police, the Police Department of Alexandria, Virginia, and all first responders who protected Members of Congress, their staff, and others during the shooting on June 14, 2017, at Eugene Simpson Stadium Park in the Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria, Virginia.

Commending the bravery of the United States Capitol Police, the Police Department of Alexandria, Virginia, and all first responders who protected Members of Congress, their staff, and others during the shooting on June 14, 2017, at Eugene Simpson Stadium Park in the Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria, Virginia. That the Senate (1) recognizes the heroism of United States Capitol Police Special Agents David Bailey and Crystal Griner, both of whom sustained injuries, and Henry Cabrera, after responding to, containing, and ultimately ending the threat to Members of Congress, their staff, and others during the shooting at Eugene Simpson Stadium Park in Alexandria, Virginia, on the morning of June 14, 2017; (2) recognizes the Police Department, the Office of the Sheriff, and the Fire Department of Alexandria, Virginia, who reported to the scene without hesitation, and the first responders who treated the wounded; (3) recognizes the additional victims who survived the shooting and supports their continued recovery from physical and psychological wounds, including (A) Steve Scalise, the Majority Whip of the House of Representatives; (B) Zachary Barth, a staffer for Representative Roger Williams; and (C) Matthew Mika, a former legislative staffer; (4) offers sympathy and support to the families and friends of the survivors; (5) recognizes that threats to Members of Congress also operate to threaten the foundations of our representative democracy; and (6) recognizes the United States Capitol Police (A) who protect Members of Congress and employees, visitors, and facilities of Congress; and (B) whose professionalism, vigilance, and self-sacrifice is a daily example of the steadfast patriotism that civil servants should strive for in service to one another and to the United States.

Summary: Recognizes: U.S. Capitol Police Special Agents David Bailey, Crystal Griner, and Henry Cabrera for responding to and ultimately ending the threat to Members of Congress, their staff, and others during the shooting at Eugene Simpson Stadium Park in Alexandria, Virginia, on June 14, 2017; the Police Department, the Office of the Sheriff, and the Fire Department of Alexandria, Virginia, and the first responders who reported to the scene; victims Steve Scalise, Zachary Barth, and Matthew Mika, who survived the shooting; and the U.S. Capitol Police for their professionalism, vigilance, and self-sacrifice in protecting Members of Congress and congressional employees, visitors, and facilities. Recognizes that threats to Members of Congress also threaten the foundations of our representative democracy.
Expressing support for health and wellness coaches and for the designation of February 13, 2017, through February 19, 2017, as National Health and Wellness Coach Recognition Week.

Expressing support for health and wellness coaches and for the designation of February 13, 2017, through February 19, 2017, as National Health and Wellness Coach Recognition Week Whereas February 13, 2017, through February 19, 2017, is recognized as National Health and Wellness Coach Recognition Week Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention considers chronic diseases to be the public health challenge of the 21st century Whereas decades of research have linked lifestyle factors, such as inactivity, poor diet, tobacco smoking, and sustained stress, with increased risk for major illnesses and death; Whereas the costs associated with treating many chronic diseases are high and often preventable; Whereas a health and wellness coach is a new type of healthcare worker who serves as a supportive mentor to motivate individuals to make positive health choices and move toward specific wellness goals; Whereas health and wellness coaches support clients in achieving good health (1) based on the goals of each client; and (2) in a manner consistent with the treatment plan recommended by a healthcare provider for the client; Whereas health and wellness coaches assist clients in making healthy lifestyle changes by encouraging them (1) to use insight; (2) to use personal strengths and resources; (3) to set goals; (4) to create action steps; and (5) to hold themselves accountable; Whereas health and wellness coaches play a vital role in improving individual wellness that complements, and does not replace, the work of healthcare professionals; and Whereas an increasing number of studies demonstrate the effectiveness of health and wellness coaches in (1) improving individual health and wellness; and (2) reducing healthcare costs: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) supports the designation of the week of February 13, 2017, through February 19, 2017, as National Health and Wellness Coach Recognition Week (2) supports the efforts of the health and wellness coaches of the United States in their important work to improve the health and wellness of the people of United States.

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of February 13-February 19, 2017, as National Health and Wellness Coach Recognition Week and for the efforts of health and wellness coaches.
Congratulating Northeastern Illinois University on the sesquicentennial of the University.

Congratulating Northeastern Illinois University on the sesquicentennial of the University. Whereas Northeastern Illinois University has served the Chicagoland area and beyond for 150 years, having graduated nearly 80,000 students who have (1) strengthened the local workforce; (2) made a positive difference in their communities; and (3) transformed the lives of others, just as the University has done for those students; Whereas Northeastern Illinois University is regarded as the most diverse regional university in the Midwest and is designated by the Department of Education as a Hispanic-Serving Institution; Whereas Northeastern Illinois University is known for (1) having the safest campus in the State of Illinois; (2) being among the best institutions in the United States for adult learners; and (3) the fact that graduates of the University have the ninth-lowest amount of student loan debt among graduates of 4-year colleges and universities in the United States; and Whereas Northeastern Illinois University offers more than 80 undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts, sciences, education, and business at 5 locations in the Chicago metropolitan area, including in the North Park and Bronzeville neighborhoods: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) congratulates Northeastern Illinois University on the sesquicentennial of the University; and (2) extends best wishes to Northeastern Illinois University for continued success and achievement.

Summary: Congratulates&nbsp;the Northeastern Illinois University on the sesquicentennial (150th anniversary) of the university.
Designating October 26, 2017, as Day of the Deployed.

Designating October 26, 2017, as Day of the Deployed Whereas more than 2,000,000 individuals serve as members of the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas several hundred thousand members of the Armed Forces rotate each year through deployments to 150 countries in every region of the world; Whereas more than 2,900,000 members of the Armed Forces have deployed to the area of operations of the United States Central Command since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks; Whereas the United States is kept strong and free by the loyal military personnel from the total force (the regular components, the National Guard, and the Reserves), who protect the precious heritage of the United States through their declarations and actions; Whereas members of the Armed Forces serving at home and abroad have courageously answered the call to duty to defend the ideals of the United States and to preserve peace and freedom around the world; Whereas members of the Armed Forces personify the virtues of patriotism, service, duty, courage, and sacrifice; Whereas the families of members of the Armed Forces make important and significant sacrifices for the United States; and Whereas the Senate designated October 26 as Day of the Deployed That the Senate (1) designates October 26, 2017, as Day of the Deployed (2) honors the deployed members of the Armed Forces of the United States and the families of the members; (3) calls on the people of the United States to reflect on the service of those members of the Armed Forces, wherever the members serve, past, present, and future; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to observe the Day of the Deployed with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

Summary: Designates October 26, 2017, as Day of the Deployed in honor of the deployed members of the armed forces and their families.
To authorize testimony, document production, and representation in United States v. Kevin Lee Olson.

To authorize testimony, document production, and representation in United States v. Kevin Lee Olson Whereas, in the case of United States v. Kevin Lee Olson Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. 288b(a) and 288c(a)(2), the Senate may direct its counsel to represent current or former employees of the Senate with respect to any subpoena, order, or request for testimony relating to their official responsibilities; Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the Senate; and Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may promote the administration of justice, the Senate will take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it That Kobye Noel, an employee in the Office of Senator Heidi Heitkamp, and any other current or former employee of the Senator's office from whom relevant evidence may be necessary, are authorized to testify and produce documents in the case of United States v. Kevin Lee Olson 2. The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent current and former employees of Senator Heitkamp's office in connection with the production of evidence authorized in section one of this resolution.

Summary: Authorizes: (1) Kobye Noel, an employee in the Office of Senator Heidi Heitkamp, and any other current or former employee of the Senator's office from whom relevant evidence may be necessary, to testify and produce documents in the case of United States v. Kevin Lee Olson, except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted; and (2) the Senate Legal Counsel to represent these individuals in connection with this case.
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus and its achievements in the Senate.

Celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus and its achievements in the Senate. Whereas, in 1977, Jackie Parker and Ralph Everett had the vision and courage to improve the working conditions of Black Senate staffers; Whereas the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus continues to promote diversity and inclusion within the Senate; Whereas, for the first time in its 40-year history, the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus celebrates 3 African-Americans serving simultaneously in the Senate; Whereas the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus recognizes each of the 10 current or former Senators of African-American descent; and Whereas, the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus continues to fight for the justice and equality that started during the civil rights movement of the 1960s: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate honors the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus for its many contributions and commitment to enrich the Senate community.

Summary: Honors the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus for its many contributions and commitment to enrich the Senate community.