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Recognizing the celebration of the Hmong New Year in 2018.

Whereas the Hmong New Year is traditionally celebrated at the end of the rice harvest season in Laos and Southeast Asia in late November or early December; Whereas the Hmong New Year traditionally spans multiple days, with each village starting and ending the New Year on a different date to allow other villages to come, support, and visit each other; Whereas the Hmong New Year is traditionally a time to give thanks to ancestral spirits and visit other villages; Whereas Hmong New Year celebrations traditionally include song, dance, food, and courtship games for youth, including pov pob, a ball-throwing game; Whereas Hmong Americans across the United States celebrate the New Year on weekends from October to December; and Whereas Hmong New Year celebrations are a significant cultural tradition in many communities across the United States: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Hmong New Year; (2) expresses the deepest respect for Hmong Americans celebrating this occasion; and (3) wishes Hmong Americans and all individuals who observe this holiday a happy new year.

Summary: Recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Hmong New Year. Expresses respect for Hmong Americans celebrating this occasion. Wishes Hmong Americans and all individuals who observe this holiday a happy new year.
Permitting individuals to be admitted to the Hall of the House in order to obtain footage of the House in session for inclusion in the orientation film to be shown to visitors at the Capitol Visitor Center.

That the Speaker, in consultation with the minority leader, may designate individuals to be admitted to the Hall of the House and the rooms leading thereto in order to obtain film footage of the House in session for inclusion in the orientation film to be shown to visitors at the Capitol Visitor Center.

Summary: This resolution authorizes the Speaker of the House of Representatives to designate individuals to be admitted to the Hall of the House and to certain rooms in order to obtain film footage of the House in session for inclusion in the orientation film to be shown to visitors at the Capitol Visitor Center.
Expressing support for the goals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children awaiting families, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, and encouraging the people of the United States to secure safety, permanency, and well-being for all children.

Whereas there are millions of unparented children in the world, including 391,000 children in the foster care system in the United States, approximately 114,000 of whom are waiting for families to adopt them; Whereas the average length of time a child spends in foster care waiting to be adopted is 33.7 months; Whereas, for many unparented children, the wait for a loving family in which the children are nurtured, comforted, and protected seems endless; Whereas, in 2021, 14,380 children were at risk of aging out of foster care by reaching adulthood without being placed in a permanent home; Whereas, every day, loving and nurturing families are strengthened and expanded when committed and dedicated individuals make an important difference in the life of a child through adoption; Whereas, while nearly a quarter of individuals in the United States have considered adoption, a majority of individuals in the United States have misperceptions about the process of adopting children from foster care and the children who are eligible for adoption; Whereas family reunification, kinship care, and domestic and intercountry adoption promote greater permanency and stability for children; Whereas the Children’s Bureau, an office of the Administration for Children and Families within the Department of Health and Human Services, supports programs, research, and monitoring to help eliminate barriers to adoption and find permanent families for children; Whereas National Adoption Day is a collective national effort to find permanent, loving families for children in the foster care system; Whereas, since the first National Adoption Day in 2000, more than 75,000 children have joined permanent families on National Adoption Day; Whereas the President traditionally issues an annual proclamation to declare the month of November as National Adoption Month, and the President has proclaimed November 2022 as National Adoption Month; and Whereas the Saturday before Thanksgiving has been recognized as National Adoption Day since at least 2000, and in 2022, the Saturday before Thanksgiving is November 19: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month; (2) recognizes that every child should have a permanent and loving family; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to consider adoption during the month of November and throughout the year.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for National Adoption Month and National Adoption Day and encourages people to consider adoption.
Electing a certain 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 Foreign Affairs: Mrs. Cherfilus-McCormick, to rank immediately after Ms. Manning. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution elects a designated Member of the House of Representatives to the Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Recognizing the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters of Cambodia and Laos for supporting and defending the United States Armed Forces during the conflict in Southeast Asia and for their continued support and defense of the United States.

Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters (also known as the Khmer and Lao/Hmong veterans Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters rescued United States pilots shot down in enemy-controlled territory and returned the pilots to safety; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters retrieved and prevented from falling into enemy hands secret and sensitive information, technology, and equipment; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters captured and destroyed enemy supplies and prevented enemy forces from using the supplies to kill members of the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters gathered and provided to the United States Armed Forces intelligence about enemy troop positions, movement, and strength; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters provided food, shelter, and support to the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters facilitated the evacuation of the United States Embassy in Phnom Penh on April 12, 1975, by continuing to fight Khmer Rouge forces as the forces advanced upon the capital; Whereas, in 2014, the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters are still subject to intimidation, ridicule, discrimination, and death if identified in Cambodia or Laos; Whereas veterans of the Khmer Mobile Guerrilla Forces, the Lao/Hmong Special Guerrilla Units, and the Khmer Republic Armed Forces defended human rights, freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and freedom of representation and association; and Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters have not yet received official recognition from the United States Government for their heroic efforts and support: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives affirms and recognizes the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters and the people of Cambodia and Laos for their support and defense of the United States Armed Forces and freedom of democracy in Southeast Asia.

Summary: Recognizes the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters and the people of Cambodia and Laos for their support and defense of the United States Armed Forces and freedom of democracy in Southeast Asia.
Urging the Government of Brazil to ensure that the October 2022 elections are conducted in a free, fair, credible, transparent, and peaceful manner that enables all citizens of Brazil to exercise the right to vote.

Whereas, in 1822, the United States was the first country to recognize Brazil as an independent country; Whereas Brazil, as the fifth-largest country in the world, has the fourth-largest democracy and the seventh-largest economy; Whereas the protection of the Brazilian Amazon is of importance to Brazil, the United States, and like-minded nations around the world; Whereas actions or comments that seek to question or undermine Brazil’s democratic and electoral institutions must be resolutely rejected by the United States and Brazil; Whereas the United States and Brazil are 2 of the largest democracies and economies in the Western Hemisphere; and Whereas the United States and Brazil have a partnership that is rooted in a shared commitment to democracy and prosperity and the promotion of international peace, security, and respect for human rights: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) urges the Government of Brazil to ensure that the October 2022 elections are conducted in a free, fair, credible, transparent, and peaceful manner that enables all citizens of Brazil to exercise the right to vote; and (2) calls for the United States Government— (A) to continue to speak out against efforts to undermine the electoral process in Brazil and to hold the Government of Brazil accountable for respecting the rights of the citizens of Brazil in accordance with international obligations and the Constitution of the Federative Republic of Brazil; and (B) to immediately recognize the outcome of the election in Brazil, if such election is determined by international observers and organizations to have been free and fair, and to clarify that the United States— (i) will review and reconsider its relationship with any government that comes to power in Brazil through undemocratic means, including a military coup; and (ii) will ensure United States security assistance and other forms of bilateral United States assistance to Brazil remains compliant with relevant United States statutes related to the peaceful and democratic transition of power, including longstanding restrictions on the provision of security assistance in the event of a military coup, and that United States assistance further remains consistent with the Brazilian Government’s and peoples’ historic commitment to prioritizing principles of democracy and human rights.

Summary: This resolution urges the Brazilian government to ensure that the October 2022 elections are conducted in a free, fair, credible, transparent, and peaceful manner that enables all citizens of Brazil to exercise the right to vote. The resolution call for the U.S. government to immediately recognize the outcome of the election in Brazil, if that election is determined by international observers and organizations to have been free and fair.
Urging the Biden administration to demand the release of all hostages in Gaza.

Whereas, on the morning of the Jewish holiday of Simchat Torah on October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorists launched inhumane attacks on Israeli civilians by air, land, and sea; Whereas at least 1,200 individuals have been killed in Israel and 2,700 others in Israel have been wounded; Whereas Hamas tactics have been to target, slaughter, and brutalize innocent civilians in Israel, including women, children, and the elderly; Whereas at least 22 Americans have been killed by the attacks conducted by Hamas; Whereas, according to the State Department, Iran provides $100,000,000 annually to Palestinian terrorist groups in weapons and training; Whereas, on September 11, 2023, Secretary of State Antony Blinken notified Congress that the United States had waived sanctions to allow $6,000,000,000 in Iranian assets being held in South Korea to be released to Iran; and Whereas at least 150 Israelis were taken hostage and President Biden confirmed there are American citizens among the hostages captured: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) urges the Biden administration to demand the release of all hostages in Gaza; (2) urges the Biden administration to maintain all applicable sanctions on the Iranian regime, and return to a policy of maximum sanctions pressure; (3) urges the Biden administration to utilize all other coercive and diplomatic resources at its disposal as necessary to secure the release of Americans wrongfully detained in Gaza; and (4) demands the Biden administration to refreeze the $6,000,000,000 in Iranian funds released September 11, 2023, for their continued financial support and encouragement of Palestinian terrorist organizations.

Summary: This resolution urges the President to demand the release of all hostages in Gaza. The resolution also urges the President to maintain all applicable sanctions on Iran and to use all other coercive and diplomatic resources to secure the release of Americans wrongfully detained in Gaza.
Electing certain Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Homeland Security: Mr. Sanford. Committee on the Judiciary: Mr. Smith of Missouri. Committee on Natural Resources: Mr. Smith of Missouri. Committee on Science, Space, and Technology: Mr. Collins of New York. Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure: Mr. Sanford. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Elects specified named Members to the following House Committees: Homeland Security; Judiciary; Natural Resources; Science, Space, and Technology; and Transportation and Infrastructure.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should withhold the contribution of Federal funds to the World Health Organization until Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus resigns and an international commission to investigate the World Health Organization is established.

Whereas, on April 7, 1948, the World Health Organization was formed as an agency of the United Nations; Whereas the World Health Organization Constitution states, The health of all peoples is fundamental to the attainment of peace and security and is dependent upon the fullest co-operation of individuals and States Whereas, on June 14, 1948, the Congress passed a joint resolution providing for and participation by the United States in the World Health Organization and authorizing an appropriation therefor; Whereas the United States joined the World Health Organization on June 21, 1948, and currently contributes 22 percent of the World Health Organizations member-state contributions; Whereas Caixin Global reported that the People’s Republic of China ordered Chinese Labs destroy COVID-19 genome samples and not publish their research; Whereas, on December 30, 2019, Dr. Li Wenliang issued a warning about COVID-19 and was accused of lying by the Chinese Communist Party authorities; Whereas, on December 31, 2019, the Republic of China warned the World Health Organization that COVID-19 could be transmitted human-to-human, but the World Health Organization ignored their warning as not to offend the People’s Republic of China; Whereas, on January 14, 2020, the World Health Organization tweeted, preliminary investigations conducted by the Chinese authorities have found no clear evidence of human-to-human transmission Whereas, on January 22–23, 2020, the World Health Organization debated if COVID-19 was a public health emergency of international concern Whereas Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus stated, The Chinese government is to be congratulated for the extraordinary measures it has taken … I left in absolutely no doubt about China’s commitment to transparency Whereas a University of Southampton study argues the People’s Republic of China could have reduced the number of COVID-19 cases by 95 percent if the nation moved three weeks sooner; and Whereas, on January 30, 2020, Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus stated on the topic of travel to and from China, WHO doesn’t recommend limiting trade and movement That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that no Federal funds should be obligated or expended to make voluntary United States contributions to the World Health Organization until Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus resigns and an international commission is established to investigate the World Health Organization mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Summary: This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should make no voluntary contributions to the World Health Organization (WHO) until Director General Tedros Ghebreyesus resigns and an international commission is established to investigate the WHO's response to the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic.
Recognizing Birmingham, Alabama, as home to the first and longest-running celebration of Veterans Day and home of the National Veteran Award.

Whereas November 11, 2013, is the 66th anniversary of National Veterans Day in Birmingham, Alabama; Whereas National Veterans Day in Birmingham is the longest-running celebration of Veterans Day in the United States; Whereas on November 11, 1946, World War II veteran Raymond Weeks presented General Eisenhower a program design proposing National Veterans Day 1947 Whereas the first celebration was held in Birmingham by the National Veterans Day organization in 1947 and included a World Peace Dinner keynoted by General Omar Bradley, a memorial service, and a parade, among other events; Whereas President Eisenhower signed into law on June 1, 1954, the Act proclaiming November 11 as Veterans Day ( Public Law 83–380 Whereas in 1954, the National Veterans Day organization, started by Raymond Weeks, expanded to include an annual presentation of the National Veteran Award in Birmingham; Whereas the 60th National Veteran Award in 2013 honors the Tuskegee Airmen, heroes of flight in World War II; Whereas the National Veteran Award reception and banquet, memorial service, World Peace Luncheon, and parade have been held every year since 1954; Whereas the briefing for President Reagan by Elizabeth Dole for the Presidential Citizens Medals cited Raymond Weeks as the Father of Veterans Day Whereas President Reagan recognized Raymond Weeks as the driving force Whereas Raymond Weeks should be remembered for his 40 years of loyal service to create a national commemoration to honor the great men and women who have served the United States; and Whereas Birmingham, Alabama, should be recognized for its contributions to the institution of National Veterans Day, the National Veteran Award, and the World Peace Luncheon: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes Birmingham, Alabama, as home to the first and longest-running national celebration of Veterans Day; (2) recognizes Raymond Weeks for his 40 years of patriotic and pioneering efforts establishing Veterans Day and the National Veteran Award; (3) congratulates the Tuskegee Airmen for receiving the National Veteran Award; (4) honors the veterans of the United States and their families for providing freedom of life and liberty; and (5) pays tribute to the men and women of the United States in uniform who risk life and limb at home and overseas.

Summary: Recognizes: (1) Birmingham, Alabama, as the home to the first and longest running national celebration of Veterans Day; and (2) Raymond Weeks for his 40 years of patriotic and pioneering efforts establishing Veterans Day and the National Veteran Award. Congratulates the Tuskegee Airmen for Receiving the National Veteran Award. Honors U.S. veterans and their families for providing freedom of life and liberty. Pays tribute to U.S. men and women in uniform who risk life and limb at home and overseas.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should redirect and target foreign assistance provided to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras in a manner that addresses the driving causes of illegal immigration into the United States from such countries, and for other purposes.

Whereas gang violence, poverty, and corruption are the main drivers of illegal immigration from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras to the United States; Whereas in fiscal year 2018, 34 percent of all southwest border apprehensions were migrants from El Salvador, Guatemala, or Honduras, of which 90 percent are unaccompanied alien children or family units; Whereas roughly half of Central America’s population lives in poverty, including 33 percent of Salvadorans, 59 percent of Guatemalans, and 66 percent of Hondurans; Whereas millions of Salvadorans, Guatemalans, and Hondurans face hunger at some point each year; Whereas in particular, the indigenous people of Mayan descent in Guatemala are the most malnourished population in the world with children averaging 6 inches shorter than the global average height for their ages, as reported by the World Health Organization; Whereas transnational criminal organizations use Central American countries to traffic approximately 90 percent of the cocaine bound for the United States; Whereas gang-related violence in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras contributes to the highest homicide rates in the world; Whereas Salvadorans, Guatemalans, and Hondurans are forced to pay hundreds of millions of dollars in protection taxes Whereas the United States provided more than $2,600,000,000 in foreign assistance to Central American countries between fiscal years 2015 and 2018, and Congress has proposed to provide $595,000,000 in such assistance during fiscal year 2019; Whereas there exists the potential for foreign assistance from the United States to be misused by central government officials in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras in order to reduce the success of anti-corruption efforts; and Whereas systemic corruption in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras undermines efforts to address the driving causes of illegal immigration into the United States from such countries: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should redirect foreign assistance provided to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras away from the central governments of such countries and instead target such assistance in a manner that addresses the driving causes of illegal immigration into the United States from such countries, by supporting local and regional governmental entities as well as entities in the private sector and civil society, especially non-profit, faith-based, or non-governmental organizations and educational institutions, that are addressing such causes.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should redirect foreign assistance provided to the governments of El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras towards local governmental, private sector, and civil society entities that are addressing the causes of illegal immigration into the United States.