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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the symbols and traditions of Christmas should be protected for use by those who celebrate Christmas.

Whereas Christmas is a national holiday celebrated on December 25; and Whereas the Framers intended that the First Amendment of the Constitution, in prohibiting the establishment of religion, would not prohibit any mention of religion or reference to God in civic dialog: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the importance of the symbols and traditions of Christmas; (2) strongly disapproves of attempts to ban references to Christmas; and (3) expresses support for the use of these symbols and traditions by those who celebrate Christmas.

Summary: Recognizes the importance of Christmas symbols and traditions. Disapproves of attempts to ban references to Christmas. Expresses support for the use of these symbols and traditions by those who celebrate Christmas.
Recognizing the 125th anniversary of the City Of Compton.

Whereas May 14, 2014, marks the 125th anniversary of incorporation of the City of Compton; Whereas the City of Compton was the seventh city in the Los Angeles County incorporated on May 14, 1888; Whereas the City of Compton, the Hub City Whereas the City of Compton is home to various historical landmarks such as Heritage House, Angeles Abbey Cemetery, Eagle Tree, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial, and Woodlawn Cemetery; Whereas the City of Compton has contributed to the diversity of California by electing Douglas Dollarhide, California’s first African-American mayor of a metropolitan city, and Doris Davis, the first African-American woman to be mayor of a major city; and Whereas the City of Compton has and continues to change and stands poised for success in the years to come: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes and celebrates the City of Compton to the thousands of residents of the city, the county of Los Angeles; and (2) celebrates the long and exceptional history of the City of Compton and its contributions to California and the United States on the 125th anniversary.

Summary: Recognizes the city of Compton, California, on its 125th anniversary.
Supporting the goals and ideals of "Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month".

Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month Whereas deep vein thrombosis (referred to in this resolution as DVT Whereas a potentially life-threatening complication of DVT is pulmonary embolism (in this resolution referred to as PE Whereas DVT/PE is a serious, but often preventable, medical condition; Whereas DVT/PE occurs in an estimated 900,000 individuals in the United States each year; Whereas DVT/PE kills an estimated 100,000 individuals in the United States each year, more than AIDS, breast cancer, and prostate cancer combined; Whereas DVT/PE deaths are often preventable; Whereas DVT/PE is the leading cause of preventable hospital death in the United States; Whereas DVT/PE is a common complication in cancer patients and the leading cause of death in people with cancer after the cancer itself; Whereas pregnancy increases risk of DVT/PE, and that risk remains elevated for up to 6 weeks after giving birth; Whereas immobility, surgery, older age, a family history of clotting, and thrombophilia increase risk of DVT/PE; Whereas DVT/PE contributes to an estimated $10,000,000,000 in incremental medical costs each year in the United States; and Whereas the establishment of March as Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month would raise awareness about this life-threatening but preventable condition: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month; and (2) recognizes the importance of raising awareness of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month. Deep vein thrombosis is a condition caused by a blood clot in the deep veins of the body; pulmonary embolisms (i.e., where a blood clot breaks off and lodges in the lung) are a potentially life-threatening complication of this condition.
Expressing support for the designation of May 2021 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

Whereas motorcycling is a great American tradition enjoyed by an estimated 30 million people annually, representing approximately 11 percent of the population; Whereas motorcycles are a valuable component of the transportation mix; Whereas motorcycles are fuel-efficient and decrease congestion while having little impact on our Nation’s transportation infrastructure; Whereas the motorcycling community promotes rider safety education, licensing, and motorcycle awareness; Whereas the motorcycling community is committed to decreasing motorcycle crashes through training and safety education, personal responsibility, and increased public awareness; Whereas approximately 91 percent of motorcycles are operated on highways in conjunction with other vehicles; Whereas motorcyclist deaths occur more frequently than fatalities in passenger vehicles; Whereas motorcycle awareness is beneficial to all road users and will help decrease motorcycle accidents; and Whereas the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration promotes Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month to encourage riders to be properly licensed, receive training, wear personal protective equipment, and to remind all riders and motorists to always share the road: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month; (2) recognizes the contribution of motorcycles to the transportation mix; (3) encourages motorcycle awareness by all road users; (4) recognizes that motorcyclists have a right to the road and that all motorists should safely share the roadways; (5) encourages rider safety education, training, and proper gear for safe motorcycle operation; and (6) supports the goals of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

Summary: This resolution (1) expresses support for the designation of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month; (2) recognizes the contribution of motorcycles to the transportation mix; (3) encourages motorcycle awareness by all road users; (4) recognizes that motorcyclists have a right to the road and that all motorists should safely share the roadways; (5) encourages rider safety education, training, and proper gear for safe motorcycle operation; and (6) supports the goals of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.
Relating to consideration of the bill (H.R. 240) appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2015.

That any motion pursuant to clause 4 of rule XXII relating to the bill H.R. 240 may be offered only by the Majority Leader or his designee.

Summary: Resolves that, during consideration of the bill (H.R. 240) to provide FY2015 appropriations to the Department of Homeland Security, any motion pursuant to clause 4 of rule XXII (House and Senate relations) of the Rules of the House Representatives may be offered only by the Majority Leader or his designee. (Clause 4 makes a motion to dispose of any amendment privileged when the stage of disagreement has been reached on a bill or resolution with House or Senate amendments.)
Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Member be, and is hereby, elected to the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on Small Business: Mr. Moulton. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Elects a specified Member to the House Committee on Small Business.
Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the 1996 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia.

Whereas the city of Atlanta hosted the world during the Olympic Summer Games from July 19, 1996, to August 4, 1996, and Paralympic Games from August 16, 1996, to August 25, 1996; Whereas the 1996 Games honored the centennial anniversary of the founding of the modern Olympic Movement while creating a legacy of their own; Whereas Muhammad Ali lit the Olympic Cauldron at the Summer Games Opening Ceremony, recognizing his Olympic success and lifelong fight for racial justice; Whereas 10,320 athletes from 197 countries came together in 271 Summer Games events across 37 disciplines and 26 sports; Whereas the United States Olympic Team’s largest roster ever of 646 athletes finished first in the medal tally for the first time since 1984 with 44 gold medals and 32 silver medals; Whereas over 2 million people visited Atlanta during the Summer Olympic Games, and nearly 3.5 billion people watched them from afar; Whereas over 3,500 athletes from 104 countries competed in the 1996 Paralympic Summer Games, also held in Atlanta, and reminded the world that every individual can compete regardless of their disposition; Whereas the Atlanta Paralympic Games were the first Paralympic Games to attract worldwide corporate sponsorship and be televised in the United States; Whereas over 380,000 individuals attended the Paralympic Games, which were opened by Vice President Al Gore; Whereas 3,808 athletes from 104 countries came together in 508 Paralympic events across 20 sports; Whereas the United States Paralympic Team won the most medals and gold medals; Whereas the 1996 Summer Olympic Games relied on the partnership of local Atlanta-based businesses, leading to international recognition and growth for these companies; Whereas, on July 27, 1996, the people of Atlanta and other United States citizens persevered in the face of a tragic bombing; Whereas the 1996 Summer Olympic Games created an estimated 84,000 jobs in Atlanta during the Games and an additional 293,000 jobs afterward; Whereas Centennial Olympic Park led a revitalization of Downtown Atlanta and is still a central gathering spot; and Whereas the success of the 1996 Summer Olympic Games helped turn Atlanta into one of the world’s leading hosts for large-scale sporting events: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the contributions that were made by the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games, the hundreds of Team USA athletes and the thousands of international athletes who competed in the Olympic Summer and Paralympic Games, and the people, companies, and communities who made the events possible; (2) recognizes that the 1996 Olympics and Paralympics left a lasting legacy in Atlanta with many of their venues still serving the community; and (3) commemorates the 25th anniversary of the 1996 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia.

Summary: This resolution commemorates the 25th anniversary of the 1996 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia.
Congratulating the San Antonio Spurs for winning the 2014 National Basketball Association (NBA) League Championship.

Whereas the San Antonio Spurs beat the Miami Heat in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on June 16, 2014, to capture their fifth championship; Whereas the Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks, the Portland Trail Blazers, the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Miami Heat en route to their championship; Whereas the Spurs roster was comprised of Jeff Ayres, Aron Baynes, Marco Belinelli, Matt Bonner, Austin Daye, Boris Diaw, Tim Duncan, Manu Ginobili, Danny Green, Damion James, Cory Joseph, Kawhi Leonard, Patty Mills, Tony Parker, and Tiago Splitter; Whereas Head Coach Gregg Popovich won his fifth NBA championship with the organization; Whereas the Spurs executive staff consists of Peter Holt, Rick Pych, R.C. Buford, Gregg Poppovich, Lawrence Payne, Frank Miceli, Lori Warren, Bobby Perez, Tammy Turner, Joe Clark, Tim Salier, Scott Layden, and Brian Pauga; and Whereas the Spurs organization, staff, and players have been active in the community through multiple programs such as the Spurs Foundation, the Read to Achieve Initiative, the Spurs Wives Organization, the Wells Fargo High Five Readers, the Spurs Applaud Bexar County Teachers, Mister Robinson’s Neighborhood of Achievers, college scholarships, and many other initiatives in the San Antonio area: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives congratulates the San Antonio Spurs for winning the 2014 National Basketball Association (NBA) League Championship.

Summary: Congratulates the San Antonio Spurs for winning the 2014 National Basketball Association League Championship.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress disapproves of Department of Defense leadership pursuing adverse actions toward members of the Armed Forces of the United States who choose not to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.

Whereas the Secretary of Defense has announced a COVID–19 vaccine mandate will take effect for the Armed Forces of the United States even if the Food and Drug Administration has only approved the COVID–19 vaccine under an emergency use authorization; Whereas many Americans have reservations about taking a vaccine that has only been available for less than a year; Whereas reports of adverse actions being taken, or threatened, by military leadership at all levels are antithetical to our fundamental American values; and Whereas any discharge other than honorable denotes a dereliction of duty or that a servicemember did not serve the United States and its people to the best of his or her ability: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives stands in opposition to any adverse punishment or any discharge that is not an honorable discharge for servicemembers whose discharge is because they choose not to receive the COVID–19 vaccine.

Summary: This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives opposes adverse punishment or discharge that is not honorable for service members whose discharge results from choosing not to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Supporting the principles and goals of the March for Science taking place in Washington, DC, and cities all over the world on Earth Day, April 22, 2017.

Whereas science lays the foundation for our prosperity and drives our ability to create a better world for generations to come; Whereas science is a vital feature of an effective democracy, spurring innovation, critical thinking, increased understanding, and healthier lives for all our citizens; Whereas science allows us to expand and revise our knowledge of our universe, inspiring our citizens and reminding us of our shared humanity; Whereas science is based on observing and questioning our world with openness, honesty, fairness, and integrity; Whereas the free exchange of scientific research and ideas benefits both the United States and the global community; Whereas well-funded and accurate science education both in and out of the classroom is necessary to encourage and support a new generation of scientists; Whereas diversity and inclusion in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) contributes to advancing the scientific enterprise through new perspectives and ideas; Whereas funding for scientific research and its applications must be supported through Federal funding in diverse disciplines and communities; Whereas knowledge and understanding gained through science can and should influence policy and help guide our long-term decisionmaking; Whereas the conduct, use, or teaching of science should not be influenced by political agendas and personal ideology; Whereas efforts to discredit the scientific consensus and restrict scientific discovery are ongoing; Whereas science, scientists, and evidence-based policymaking are under attack from budget cuts, censorship of researchers, suppression of scientific findings, and threats to dismantle Government agencies; and Whereas the March for Science reminds us to champion and defend science, scientific integrity, and scientific research in our homes, our schools, our communities, and our Nation: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the principles and goals of the March for Science; (2) affirms the need for evidence-based policy in the public interest; (3) calls upon our Government to support scientific research and STEM education throughout our country; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to protect and defend the role of Science in their communities, in policy, and ultimately in the continued strength of our Nation.

Summary: Supports the principles and goals of the March for Science and affirms the need for evidence-based policy in the public interest. Urges the government to support scientific research and science, technology, engineering, and math education throughout the country.
Expressing support for the designation of June as "National Annuity Awareness Month".

National Annuity Awareness Month Whereas annuities provide a predictable way to meet immediate, ongoing, and future financial obligations and objectives in retirement; Whereas surveys consistently indicate that the vast majority of individuals in the United States are looking for a financial solution that provides the benefits offered by annuities, specifically the ability to address the critical concern of running out of money during retirement; Whereas outliving retirement savings can— (1) create a financial hardship that reduces the standard of living in retirement; (2) defeat the fulfillment of legacy goals; and (3) require dependence on family and friends for monetary support; Whereas millions of individuals in the United States currently lack an adequate level of guaranteed income in retirement to ensure a secure financial future for themselves and their loved ones; Whereas research indicates that an owner of an annuity has a higher confidence in overall retirement readiness; Whereas an annuity is the only product in the financial marketplace that can provide guaranteed lifetime income; Whereas determining the type of annuity to buy and when to take income is one of the most important financial decisions a consumer will ever make, and individuals and families can benefit greatly from the expert guidance of a financial professional; and Whereas numerous stakeholders who support annuities have designated June as National Annuity Awareness Month (1) to educate consumers on annuity benefits; (2) to support access to annuities to meet the individual financial goals of consumers; and (3) to encourage savers to seek professional guidance to implement annuities effectively in income and legacy planning: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the designation of National Annuity Awareness Month (2) calls on the United States Government, the States, localities, schools, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and the people of the United States to observe National Annuity Awareness Month with appropriate programs and activities.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Annuity Awareness Month and calls on the United States and other public and private entities to observe the Month with appropriate programs and activities.
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Oversight and Accountability in the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress.

1. Amounts for committee expenses For the expenses of the Committee on Oversight and Accountability Committee 2. Session limitations Of the amount specified in section 1— (1) not more than $14,772,228 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2023, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2024; and (2) not more than $15,151,408 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2024, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2025. 3. Vouchers Payments under this resolution shall be made on vouchers authorized by the Committee, signed by the Chairman of the Committee, and approved in the manner directed by the Committee on House Administration. 4. Regulations Amounts made available under this resolution shall be expended in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Committee on House Administration.

Summary: This resolution provides amounts for the expenses of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability for the 118th Congress.
Recognizing the importance of trade to the United States economy and the importance of completing free trade agreements with Pacific Rim countries and the European Union.

Whereas international trade is an efficient means to create private sector jobs; Whereas 38 million American jobs are supported by international trade; Whereas the United States economy exports $2.2 trillion in goods and services each year; Whereas the United States is currently negotiating the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), a free trade agreement with 11 Pacific Rim countries, including Australia, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, and Vietnam; Whereas the United States is currently negotiating the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T–TIP), a free trade agreement with 28 countries of the European Union; Whereas these trade agreements will have profoundly positive diplomatic impacts that will serve to solidify United States relations with rising regional economic powers; and Whereas the United States should continue to expand its trading relationships to create jobs: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that completing free trade agreements with Pacific Rim countries and the European Union will promote economic development, create jobs, and solidify relations with trading partners.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that completing free trade agreements with Pacific Rim countries and the European Union will promote economic development, create jobs, and solidify relations with trading partners.
Commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Kleen Energy Systems natural gas explosion.

Whereas, on February 7, 2010, six workers died and dozens were injured in an explosion at the Kleen Energy Systems power station construction site in Middletown, Connecticut, when natural gas that had pooled on the ground caught fire; Whereas Peter C. Chepulis, Ronald J. Crabb, Raymond E. Dobratz, Kenneth W. Haskell, Jr., Roy D. Rushton, and Vance C. Walters tragically lost their lives as a result of this preventable catastrophe; Whereas the Occupational Safety and Health Administration found willful Whereas fines assessed as a result of these violations were miniscule compared to the lives lost and the public resources required to rescue the injured, investigate the causes, and clean up the damage; Whereas the statutory fines under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 are woefully out of date due to Congress’ failure to modernize the law since its passage; Whereas each day an average of 14 workers are killed due to workplace injuries in the United States; and Whereas tens of thousands of Americans with workplace injuries and illness have become permanently disabled: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) honors the memories of the workers killed in the Kleen Energy Systems natural gas explosion on February 7, 2010; (2) expresses its deepest sympathy to the families of the victims and those whose lives have been irreparably changed as a result of this disaster; and (3) recognizes— (A) the risks that workers face on the job; and (B) the need to strengthen and modernize the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 to better— (i) prevent deadly disasters; (ii) protect workers from occupational injury, illness, and retaliation; and (iii) hold employers accountable for violations of safety laws.

Summary: This resolution honors the memories of the workers killed in the Kleen Energy Systems natural gas explosion in Middletown, Connecticut, in 2010.