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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Medicare and Social Security provide an essential benefit for current enrollees and should be strengthened for future generations.

Whereas, since 1965, Medicare has been, and continues to be, essential for senior citizens of the United States; Whereas, since 1935, Social Security has been, and continues to be, essential for senior citizens of the United States; Whereas, in 2018, there were over 60,000,000 citizens of the United States who were Medicare and Social Security beneficiaries, with 10,000 new eligible enrollees each day; Whereas a promise has been made by the Federal Government to provide Medicare services and Social Security benefits for senior citizens; Whereas many Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries rely on these critical benefits to make ends meet each month; Whereas in the absence of meaningful reform, Medicare is scheduled to deplete by 2026, according to the nonpartisan Medicare Board of Trustees; Whereas in the absence of meaningful reform, Social Security is scheduled to deplete by 2034, according to the nonpartisan Social Security Administration; Whereas the Department of Health and Human Services estimates that $48.5 billion was lost in 2018 due to improper payments, including waste, fraud, and abuse, in the Medicare Program; and Whereas the Social Security Administration estimates that $10.9 billion was lost in 2018 due to improper payments, including waste, fraud, and abuse, in the Social Security program: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) affirms its deep obligation to fulfill the promises made to senior citizens of the United States regarding access to Medicare and Social Security; (2) rejects, in the strongest possible terms, any changes to Medicare or Social Security that diminish benefits for Americans currently enrolled, or citizens of the United States who are in or near retirement, in the Medicare Program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act, or in the Social Security program under title II of such Act; (3) expresses its firm commitment that Medicare and Social Security should be strengthened and preserved for future enrollees; and (4) supports efforts to reduce waste, fraud, and abuse in the Medicare and Social Security programs.

Summary: This resolution affirms the House of Representatives' obligation to fulfill the promises made to senior citizens of the United States regarding access to Medicare and Social Security. It also rejects any changes to Medicare or Social Security that diminish benefits for Americans currently enrolled, or soon to be enrolled, in the Medicare program or the Old Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance program. The resolution also expresses the House's commitment that these programs should be strengthened and preserved, and expresses support for efforts to reduce waste, fraud, and abuse in these programs.
Expressing support for designation of the week of June 6 through June 12, 2016, as "Hemp History Week".

Hemp History Week Whereas Hemp History Week will be held from June 6 through June 12, 2016; Whereas the goals of Hemp History Week are to commemorate the historical relevance of industrial hemp in the United States and to promote the full growth potential of the industrial hemp industry; Whereas industrial hemp is an agricultural commodity that has been used for centuries to produce many innovative industrial and consumer products, including soap, fabric, textiles, construction materials, clothing, paper, cosmetics, food, and beverages; Whereas the global market for hemp is estimated to consist of more than 25,000 products; Whereas the value of hemp imported into the United States for use in the production of other retail products is estimated at approximately $76,000,000 annually; Whereas the United States hemp industry estimates that the annual market value of hemp retail sales in the United States is more than $570,000,000; Whereas despite the legitimate uses of hemp, many agricultural producers of the United States are prohibited under current law from growing hemp; Whereas because most hemp cannot be grown legally in the United States, raw hemp material and hemp products are imported for sale in the United States; Whereas the United States is the largest consumer of hemp products in the world, but the United States is the only major industrialized country that restricts hemp farming; Whereas industrial hemp holds great potential to bolster the agricultural economy of the United States; and Whereas the week of June 6 through June 12, 2016, would be an appropriate week to designate as Hemp History Week That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Hemp History Week (2) recognizes the historical relevance of industrial hemp; and (3) recognizes the growing economic potential of industrial hemp.

Summary: Declares that the House of Representatives: (1) supports the designation of June 6-June 12, 2016, as Hemp History Week; and (2) recognizes the historical relevance and growing economic potential of industrial hemp.
Expressing support for the designation of September 22 as "National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day".

National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day Whereas the members of the United States Armed Forces and veterans have selflessly served and sacrificed to defend the Nation’s freedom and security; Whereas the mental health and well-being of military personnel and veterans are vital components of their overall readiness and ability to lead fulfilling lives; Whereas the persistent challenges of post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues contribute to an alarming rate of suicide within the military and veteran populations; Whereas it is our duty to raise awareness about the struggles faced by military members and veterans, combat the stigma surrounding mental health, and foster an environment that encourages seeking help; Whereas designating a specific day for national awareness can bring attention to the importance of providing adequate mental health support and resources to military personnel and veterans; Whereas September is recognized as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, providing an opportune time to focus on the unique challenges faced by those who have served the Nation; and Whereas we recognize September 22 as National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives supports the designation of a National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of a National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the need to reduce the influence of money in politics.

1. Full disclosure and reducing the influence of money in politics It is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the case of Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (558 U.S. 310) opened the door to the corrupting influence of money in politics; (2) in order to restore the American people’s faith in the integrity of their elected Government, Congress should have the power to regulate the raising and spending of money and in-kind equivalents with respect to Federal elections, including through regulating— (A) the amount of contributions to candidates for nomination or election to Federal office; (B) the amount of expenditures that may be made by, in support of, or in opposition to such candidates; and (C) the content and integrity of such expenditures; and (3) all political contributions should be publicly disclosed, including those made to or by independent groups, so that voters have complete information about who is paying for political advertisements.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the case of Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission opened the door to the corrupting influence of money in politics, (2) Congress should have the power to regulate the raising and spending of money and in-kind equivalents with respect to federal elections, and (3) all political contributions should be publicly disclosed so that voters have complete information about who is paying for political advertisements.
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to prohibit with limited exceptions the participation of any Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, officer, or employee of the House on the board of any publicly held or publicly regulated corporation, financial institution, or business entity.

1. Conflict of interest Rule XXV of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: Conflict of interest 9. A Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, officer, or employee of the House may not serve as an officer or member of the board of any publicly held or publicly regulated corporation, financial institution, or business entity. The preceding sentence shall not apply to service of a Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, officer, or employee as— (a) an officer or member of the board of an organization which is exempt from taxation under section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, if such service is performed without compensation; or (b) an officer of member of the board of an institution or organization which is principally available to Members, Delegates, Resident Commissioner, officers, or employees of the House, or their families, if such service is performed without compensation. . 2. Effective date The amendment made by section 1 of this resolution shall take effect immediately before noon, January 3, 2019.

Summary: Amends Rule XXV (Limitations on Outside Earned Income and Acceptance of Gifts) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to prohibit a Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, officer, or employee of the House from serving as an officer or member of the board of any publicly held or publicly regulated corporation, financial institution, or business entity. Specifies that this prohibition shall not apply, however, to uncompensated service as an officer or member of the board of an organization that is either tax-exempt or principally available to Members or employees of the House.
Expressing support for the designation of July 16 as "National Atomic Veterans Day".

National Atomic Veterans Day Whereas more than 200,000 veterans of the United States, in service during the period between 1945 and 1963, participated in nuclear tests, served with the United States military occupation forces in or around Hiroshima and Nagasaki before 1946, or were held as prisoners of war in or near Hiroshima or Nagasaki; Whereas July 16 is the anniversary of Trinity Whereas the health of the atomic veterans and of many of the children of such veterans may have been adversely affected by exposure to ionizing radiation; Whereas atomic veterans were not told of the hazards they faced from exposure to ionizing radiation, often were provided with little protection from such exposure, and were provided with no follow-up medical care or other monitoring to determine the health consequences of such exposure; Whereas many atomic veterans were prevented by secrecy laws or oaths from seeking medical care or disability compensation from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (hereinafter referred to as VA Whereas in 1996, the United States Congress repealed the Nuclear Radiation and Secrecy Agreements Act, freeing atomic veterans to describe their military involvement in nuclear testing in order to file for VA benefits; Whereas atomic veterans may be eligible for free medical care from the VA and compensation in the form of a partial or full service-connected disability allowance, including potential payments to a surviving spouse or children; Whereas the National Association of Atomic Veterans was formed in 1979 to help atomic veterans obtain medical care and assistance; Whereas, on July 15, 1983, President Ronald Reagan did designate, in accordance with Public Law 98–54 National Atomic Veterans’ Day Whereas the Public Law 98–54 National Atomic Veterans’ Day Whereas individual States have designated July 16 in each year, as National Atomic Veterans Day That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Atomic Veterans Day (2) encourages the President to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe National Atomic Veterans Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities; and (3) acknowledges the important role played by the atomic veterans in the defense of the Nation.

Summary: This resolution acknowledges the important role of atomic veterans (i.e., veterans who participated in nuclear testing, were part of the military forces in Hiroshima or Nagasaki, or were held as prisoners of war near Hiroshima or Nagasaki). The resolution also supports the designation of National Atomic Veterans Day.
Expressing support for the designation of July 13 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 House of Representatives 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 House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of 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: Expresses support for the designation of 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.
Of inquiry directing the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide certain information relating to enforcement and removal operations.

That the Secretary of Homeland Security is directed, to the extent that such information is in the possession of the Secretary, to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of documents, emails, charts, or tables, not later than 14 days after date on which this resolution is agreed to, for fiscal year 2021, which refer or relate to the following: (1) Information on custody and case management, including Enforcement and Removal Operations of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement non-detained cases, including— (A) the number of aliens enrolled in the Alternatives to Detention program by technology type; and (B) the absconder rates for aliens enrolled in the Alternatives to Detention program. (2) Information on administrative and criminal arrests, including— (A) the number of administrative and criminal arrests by the Enforcement and Removal Operations of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, including the number of individuals arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement with criminal convictions or pending criminal charges, disaggregated by the type of crime based on the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement system of record by the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Crime Information Center offense codes; and (B) the number of Enforcement and Removal Operations activities that resulted in criminal arrests and convictions. (3) Information on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainers, including— (A) the number of detainers issues by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement; and (B) the number of individuals subject to detainers with a history of— (i) homicide; (ii) kidnapping; (iii) robberies; (iv) assaults; (v) sex crimes; and (vi) crimes against children. (4) Information on removals, including— (A) the number of removals conducted by Enforcement and Removal Operations of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement; (B) the percentage of individuals removed who had criminal convictions or pending criminal charges; (C) the number of air charter removals under section 362 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 265 (commonly known as title 42 expulsions (D) the number of individuals removed per month.

Summary: This resolution directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), to the extent that such information is in the possession of DHS, to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of documents, emails, charts, or tables, no later than 14 days after date on which this resolution is agreed to, for FY2021, which refer or relate to information on custody and case management, including Enforcement and Removal Operations of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement nondetained cases; information on administrative and criminal arrests; information on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainers; and information on removals.
Thanking and promoting the professions of perinatal nurses by encouraging participation in National Perinatal Nurses Week.

Whereas perinatal nurses work with patients who are attempting to become pregnant, are currently pregnant, or have recently delivered; Whereas perinatal nurses provide prenatal care and testing, care of patients experiencing pregnancy complications, care during labor and delivery, and care of patients following delivery; Whereas perinatal nursing includes labor and delivery nurses, mother-baby nurses, and neonatal nurses; Whereas continuous support during labor from a registered nurse is critical to achieve improved birth outcomes; Whereas there has been a persistent shortage of nurses across all fields, while demand continues to grow; Whereas mothers are dying in the United States at the highest rate in the developed world, and the crisis is most severe for Black mothers; Whereas nurses are positioned to provide unique insight into patient care circumstances that may contribute to women’s deaths, thereby reducing the rate of and disparity in maternal mortality; Whereas October, the 10th month of the year, was chosen to celebrate National Perinatal Nurses Week to represent an Apgar score of 10; Whereas Apgar is the point system used to evaluate the health of a newborn baby, with 10 representing the healthiest possible score for a baby, and this score would be assigned and recorded by the perinatal nurse attending the birth; Whereas the 10th day of the month of October was chosen to begin National Perinatal Nurses Week to represent 10 centimeters dilated, the measurement used to evaluate a woman’s progress in labor; Whereas 10 centimeters dilated constitutes complete cervical dilation, the successful completion of the first phase of labor when a woman is ready to deliver her baby, and this progress would be supported and recorded by the perinatal nurse attending the birth; and Whereas, the week of October 10, 2023, through October 17, 2023, is set aside to celebrate National Perinatal Nurses Week to raise public awareness of and celebrate the 350,000 perinatal nurses who are clinically active in hospitals, perinatal facilities, and health centers: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives thanks and promotes the professions of perinatal nurses by encouraging patients, hospital administrators, health care professionals, policymakers, and others to become more familiar with the contributions of perinatal nurses by participating in National Perinatal Nurses Week.

Summary: This resolution expresses gratitude to perinatal nurses and encourages participation in National Perinatal Nurses Week.
Honoring the American and Israeli civilians murdered and unaccounted for in the brutal attacks by Hamas terrorists.

Whereas, on the morning of October 7, 2023, during Simchat Torah, Hamas terrorists launched inhumane attacks on Israeli civilians eerily similar to those by ISIS; Whereas Hamas terrorists crossed the land border and began slaughtering Israelis and abducting hostages in Southern Israel; Whereas Hamas has committed war crimes in targeting and killing innocent civilians, including unarmed women, children, and the elderly; Whereas Hamas terrorists targeted innocent civilians in their homes and at public gatherings; Whereas Hamas is a United States-designated Foreign Terrorist Organization; Whereas dozens of Americans have been killed by the attacks carried out by Hamas; Whereas thousands of Israeli civilians were murdered or wounded; and Whereas hundreds of American and Israeli civilians remain unaccounted for and are possibly being held hostage by Hamas: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) condemns Hamas’ brutal attacks against Israel; (2) sympathizes and stands with the families of those held hostage or murdered during the savage attacks by Hamas; and (3) stands adjourned in honor of those murdered and unaccounted for.

Summary: This resolution condemns Hamas' October 7, 2023, attacks against Israel and expresses sympathy and solidarity with the families of those held hostage or killed in those attacks.  The resolution also adjourns the House of Representatives in honor of those killed and unaccounted for.
Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Congressional declaration of bourbon whiskey as a distinctive product of the United States.

Whereas on May 4, 1964, Congress declared bourbon whiskey a distinctive product of the United States that is unlike other types of alcoholic beverages, whether foreign or domestic; Whereas to be designated as bourbon bourbon whisky Whereas bourbon whiskey has achieved recognition and acceptance throughout the world as a distinctive product of the United States; Whereas Kentucky, the birthplace of bourbon, produces 95 percent of the world’s supply; Whereas Kentucky’s iconic bourbon brands are reaching farther than ever, with more than 30,000,000 gallons shipped to 126 countries, making bourbon the largest export category among all United States distilled spirits and a source of national pride; Whereas bourbon production has increased by more than 120 percent since 1999; and Whereas bourbon is a vital part of American culture and the economy, generating 9,000 jobs in Kentucky and almost $2,000,000,000 in gross Kentucky product in 2010: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Congressional declaration of bourbon whiskey as a distinctive product of the United States.

Summary: Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the congressional declaration of bourbon whiskey as a distinctive U.S. product.