cheaptrix/billsum-US_congress_and_house huggingface dataset:
Condemning and censuring President Donald Trump.

Whereas, on August 11, 2017, in Charlottesville, Virginia, a gathering of White supremacists, including neo-Nazis, Ku Klux Klan (KKK) members, and other White nationalist groups, marched through the streets with torches as part of a coordinated Unite the Right Whereas, on August 12, 2017, in Charlottesville, Virginia, a car driven by James Alex Fields, Jr., rammed into a crowd of counter-protestors, killing Heather Heyer and injuring 20 others; Whereas President Donald Trump’s immediate public comments rebuked many sides Unite the Right Whereas, on August 15, 2017, President Donald Trump held a press conference at Trump Tower where he reasserted that both sides Unite the Right Whereas President Donald Trump has surrounded himself with, and cultivated the influence of, senior advisors and spokespeople who have long histories of promoting White nationalist, racist, and anti-Semitic principles and policies within the country; Whereas President Donald Trump has provided encouragement and little to no denunciation of White supremacist groups and individuals who promote their bigoted, nationalist ideology and policies; and Whereas President Donald Trump has failed to provide adequate condemnation and assure the American people of his resolve to opposing domestic terrorism: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) does hereby censure and condemn President Donald Trump for his inadequate response to the violence in Charlottesville, Virginia, on August 12, 2017, his failure to immediately and specifically name and condemn the White supremacist groups responsible for actions of domestic terrorism, for reasserting that both sides Unite the Right (2) does hereby urge President Donald Trump to fire any and all White House advisors who have urged him to cater to the White supremacist movement in the United States.

Summary: Censures and condemns President Trump for his inadequate response to the violence in Charlottesville, Virginia, on August 12, 2017, for his failure to condemn the White supremacist groups responsible for actions of domestic terrorism, for asserting that "both sides" were to blame and excusing the violent behavior of participants in the Unite the Right rally, and for employing people with ties to White supremacist movements in the White House. Urges President Trump to fire all White House advisors who have urged him to cater to the White supremacist movement.
Expressing support for the designation of May 7, 2020, as a "National Day of Reason" and recognizing the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.

National Day of Reason Whereas the application of reason has been the essential precondition for humanity’s extraordinary scientific, medical, technological, and social progress since the modern Enlightenment; Whereas reason provides vital hope today for confronting the environmental crises of our day, including the civilizational emergency of climate change, and for cultivating the rule of law, democratic institutions, justice, and peace among nations; Whereas irrationality, magical thinking, and superstition have undermined the national effort to combat the COVID–19 pandemic, and reason is fundamental to creating an effective coordinated response to beat the virus involving the Federal Government, the States, and the scientific and medical communities; Whereas America’s Founders insisted upon the primacy of reason and knowledge in public life, and drafted the Constitution to prevent official establishment of religion and to protect freedom of thought, speech, and inquiry in civil society; Whereas James Madison, author of the First Amendment and fourth President of the United States, stated that The advancement and diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty Knowledge will forever govern ignorance, and a people who mean to be their own governors, must arm themselves with the power knowledge gives Whereas, May 7, 2020, would be an appropriate date to designate as a National Day of Reason That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of a National Day of Reason (2) encourages all citizens, residents, and visitors to join in observing this day and focusing on the central importance of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry to resolving social problems and promoting the welfare of humankind.

Summary: This resolution (1) supports the designation of a National Day of Reason; and (2) encourages all citizens, residents, and visitors to focus on the central importance of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry to resolving social problems and promoting human welfare.
Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz.

Whereas Nowruz marks the traditional Iranian New Year, which originated in ancient Persia, and dates back more than 3,000 years; Whereas Nowruz, meaning a New Day Whereas Nowruz symbolizes a time of renewal and community, it harkens the departure from the trials and tribulations of the previous year, and it brings hope for the New Year; Whereas Nowruz is celebrated by nearly 300,000,000 Iranians and other peoples all over the world, including in the United States, Iran, and other countries in Central Asia, South Asia, the Caucasus, Crimea, and the Balkan region; Whereas Nowruz is celebrated by Iranian Americans of all backgrounds, including those with Baha’i, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Zoroastrian, and nonreligious backgrounds; Whereas Nowruz serves to remind the United States of the many lasting contributions of the Persian civilization to the world and the noteworthy impact of Iranian Americans to the social and economic fabric of society in the United States; Whereas Iranian Americans continue to make contributions in all sectors of American public life, including as government, military, and law enforcement officials working to uphold the Constitution of the United States and to protect all people in the United States; Whereas Iranian Americans maintain strong ties to the people of Iran and desire to see a democratic Iran that respects human rights; Whereas Congress supports the Iranian people’s right to freedom of expression and speech; and Whereas Nowruz embodies the tradition that each individual’s thinking, speaking, and conduct should always be virtuous, and the ideal of compassion for our fellow human beings regardless of ethnicity or religion, and connects the Persian New Year to the values of human rights: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz; (2) expresses its appreciation for the contributions of Iranian Americans to society in the United States in observance of Nowruz; (3) recognizes the hopes and aspirations of all people, including the people of Iran, for human rights and religious tolerance as embodied in the spirit of Nowruz; (4) commends the observance of the Nowruz holiday in both the United States and Iran, and strongly supports the right of all Iranians to exercise freedom of assembly, freedom of expression, and freedom of speech; and (5) wishes Iranian Americans and the people of Iran and all those who observe this holiday a prosperous new year.

Summary: This resolution recognizes Nowruz (the Iranian New Year) and expresses support for Iranian Americans.
Supporting the designation of July 2022 as Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month.

Whereas fibroids may cause significant morbidity through their presence in the uterus and pelvic cavity, causing significant pelvic pain, abnormal uterine bleeding, reproductive dysfunction, miscarriages, and even infertility; Whereas the pain, discomfort, stress, and other physical and emotional symptoms of living with fibroids may significantly interfere with a woman’s quality of life, compromising her ability to function normally, work, or care for her family, and may lead to more severe health and wellness issues; Whereas uterine fibroids are the most prevalent medical condition affecting women, with an estimated 30 percent of women developing a uterine fibroid by age 35, and 80 percent of women developing a uterine fibroid by age 50; Whereas the exact number of affected women is unknown, as early detection and diagnosis are difficult because only 1 out of 4 women who have a uterine fibroid exhibit symptoms severe enough to require treatment; Whereas the overall incidence of uterine fibroids is estimated to disproportionately impact Black and Hispanic women, who also experience more severe symptoms, resulting in an incidence rate that is 3 times greater in women with Black ancestry and 2 times greater in Hispanic women compared to Caucasian women; Whereas a hysterectomy, or removal of the uterus, is among the most common surgical treatments for uterine fibroids, and more than 200,000 hysterectomies are performed each year to treat uterine fibroids, at an estimated annual cost of more than $2,000,000,000; Whereas uterine fibroids were estimated to cost the United States $5,900,000,000 to $34,400,000,000 annually with an estimated annual lost work cost of $1,600,000,000 to $17,200,000,000 through absenteeism and short-term disability in women ages 25 to 54; and Whereas public awareness and education campaigns on uterine fibroids prevention, screening, and symptoms are held during the month of July each year: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month; (2) recognizes the disparity in incidence rates for Black and Hispanic uterine fibroid patients; (3) recognizes the need for greater research, treatment, and care options regarding uterine leiomyoma; and (4) encourages the President to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate awareness and educational activities.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month. Uterine fibroids are muscular tumors that grow in the wall of the uterus and may cause pain, heavy menstrual bleeding, and reproductive issues.
Recognizing the religious significance of Eid al-Adha and wishing Muslim Americans and Muslims around the world a prosperous holiday.

Whereas Eid al-Adha is an Islamic holiday which commemorates Abraham’s symbolic sacrifice of his son to God, as referenced in the Quran, Old Testament, and New Testament; Whereas Eid al-Adha marks the culmination of the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, called Hajj; Whereas approximately 1,000,000 Muslims participated in Hajj in the year of 2022; Whereas Eid al-Adha is a holiday of great importance to millions of Muslim Americans and approximately 1,800,000,000 Muslims around the world; Whereas, during Eid al-Adha, Muslim Americans recognize the importance of sacrifice, freedom, and justice; Whereas Eid al-Adha is celebrated around the world with prayers, charity, and social events; Whereas Islam is one of the world’s major religions; Whereas American Muslims have contributed to every part of society to make advancements in medicine, science, engineering, economics, sports, education, and the law; Whereas the Muslim population has been growing in the United States, and today’s American Muslim population is a tapestry of ethnic, racial, linguistic, social, and economic groups; Whereas over 4,500 Muslims serve on active duty in the United States Armed Forces, and over 2,300 Muslims serve as selected reserve personnel; and Whereas the observance of Eid al-Adha is celebrated for 3 days: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) demonstrates solidarity with and support for members of the community of Islam in the United States and throughout the world; (2) recognizes the importance of the Islamic faith; and (3) wishes Muslim Americans and Muslims around the world who observe Eid al-Adha a prosperous holiday.

Summary: This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives (1) demonstrates solidarity with and support for members of the community of Islam in the United States and throughout the world, (2) recognizes the importance of the Islamic faith, and (3) wishes Muslim Americans and Muslims around the world who observe Eid al-Adha a prosperous holiday.
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 30 through November 5, 2016, as "National Obesity Care Week".

National Obesity Care Week Whereas the disease of obesity is a major source of concern across the United States, and more than one-third of adults in the United States are affected by obesity, with the number of people with severe obesity in the United States continuing to grow; Whereas experts and researchers agree that obesity is a complex disease influenced by various physiological, environmental, and genetic factors; Whereas, while prevention programs have successfully established the seriousness of the public health crisis posed by obesity, it is also imperative that individuals and families currently affected by obesity receive comprehensive care and treatment; Whereas studies show that bias against and stigma associated with people affected by obesity among general society and healthcare professionals are significant barriers to effectively treating the disease; Whereas healthcare professionals, policymakers, patients, and families should regard obesity with the same level of seriousness with which other chronic diseases are regarded; Whereas research suggests that weight loss of as little as 5 to 10 percent of the total weight of an individual affected by obesity can improve the associated health risks affecting many patients living with obesity and can thereby support the goals of Federal and State initiatives to reduce chronic disease, improve health outcomes, and help control healthcare costs; Whereas healthcare professionals should treat patients with respect and compassion and should partner with patients to develop comprehensive and individualized approaches to weight loss and weight management that consider all appropriate treatment options, such as reduced-calorie diets, physical activity modifications, pharmacotherapy, and bariatric surgery; Whereas it will take a long-term collaborative effort, which will involve individual, corporate, and institutional partners in all fields taking active roles, to ignite the betterment of obesity care and treatment; and Whereas the week of October 30 through November 5, 2016, would be an appropriate week to designate as National Obesity Care Week That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Obesity Care Week (2) encourages all people in the United States to create a foundation of open communication to break barriers of misunderstanding and stigma regarding obesity and to improve the lives of all individuals affected by obesity and their families.

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of National Obesity Care Week. Encourages open communication to break barriers of misunderstanding and stigma regarding obesity and to improve the lives of individuals affected by obesity and their families.
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 Natural Resources: Ms. Barragán (to rank immediately after Mr. Garcia of Illinois). Committee on Ways and Means: Mr. Richmond (to rank immediately after Mr. Horsford). Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution elects specified Members to the following House committees: (1) Representative Nanette Barragan of California to Natural Resources, and (2) Representative Cedric Richmond of Louisiana to Ways and Means.
Directing the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives to enter into contracts with nationally- or regionally-known franchises for the provision of food services in the cafeteria of the Longworth House Office Building in a food court setting.

1. Food service contracts with franchises for Longworth House Office Building cafeteria The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall ensure that all food services provided in the cafeteria of the Longworth House Office Building are provided under contracts entered into by the Chief Administrative Officer with nationally- or regionally-known food service franchises under which a variety of cuisines are provided to customers in a food court setting.

Summary: Directs the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives (CAO) to ensure that all food services provided in the cafeteria of the Longworth House Office Building are provided under contracts entered into by the CAO with nationally- or regionally-known food service franchises under which a variety of cuisines are provided to customers in a food court setting.
Commemorating the life and legacy of Jean-Louis de Kérouac on the centennial of his birth on March 12, 2022.

Whereas Jean-Louis de Kérouac, better known as Jack Whereas, alongside Allen Ginsberg and William Burroughs, Jack Kerouac ignited the literary movement in the 1950s known as the Beat Generation Whereas the Beat Generation’s rebuke against traditional values and materialism created the foundation for subsequent counterculture movements in America and beyond; Whereas the beatnik stereotype dominated popular media and culture in the 1950s and 1960s, an amalgamation of Kerouac’s self-expressive, unconventional characters; Whereas the Beatles Whereas, more than half a century since his death, Kerouac’s novels still fire the imagination, particularly of young people, and serve as a tribute to their culture-changing origins: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives recognizes and commemorates the enduring contribution of Jack Kerouac’s work to American literary culture and beyond on the centennial of his birth.

Summary: This resolution recognizes and commemorates the enduring contribution of Jack Kerouac's work to American literary culture and beyond on the centennial of his birth on March 12, 2022.
Expressing support for the designation of May 6, 2023, as "National Sport Brain Health Day".

National Sport Brain Health Day Whereas youth sports and recreational activities contribute to over 21 percent of all traumatic brain injuries; Whereas athletes of all ages and levels deserve to be educated and to become aware of the importance of brain health; Whereas the seriousness of traumatic brain injury in athletes should not be minimized; Whereas traumatic brain injury can affect physical, mental, and social health, and a greater awareness and understanding of proper diagnosis and management of concussions is critical to improved outcomes; and Whereas the House of Representatives can raise awareness about traumatic brain injury among the medical community and the public: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the designation of National Sport Brain Health Day (2) recognizes that athletes are at significant risk for traumatic brain injury; (3) commends the Sports Neuropsychology Society for their dedication to raising awareness about traumatic brain injury and treatment in athletes; (4) encourages Federal, State, and local policymakers to work together— (A) to raise awareness about the effects of traumatic brain injury; and (B) to improve the understanding of proper diagnosis and management of brain injury in athletes; and (5) encourages further research and prevention efforts to ensure that fewer athletes experience the most adverse effects of traumatic brain injury.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of National Sport Brain Health Day and recognizes the risks of traumatic brain injuries, such as concussions, faced by athletes.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3807) to amend the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to increase appropriations to the Restaurant Revitalization Fund, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 3807) to amend the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to increase appropriations to the Restaurant Revitalization Fund, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. An amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 117–39, modified by the amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Small Business or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. April 6, 2022 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3807) to amend the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to increase appropriations to the Restaurant Revitalization Fund.
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the House amendment to the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 695) to amend the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to establish a voluntary national criminal history background check system and criminal history review program for certain individuals who, related to their employment, have access to children, the elderly, or individuals with disabilities, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the bill (H.R. 695) to amend the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to establish a voluntary national criminal history background check system and criminal history review program for certain individuals who, related to their employment, have access to children, the elderly, or individuals with disabilities, and for other purposes, with the Senate amendment to the House amendment to the Senate amendment thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a motion offered by the chair of the Committee on Appropriations or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendment to the House amendment to the Senate amendment with an amendment consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115–88. The Senate amendment and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to the House amendment to the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 695) to amend the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to establish a voluntary national criminal history background check system and criminal history review program for certain individuals who, related to their employment, have access to children, the elderly, or individuals with disabilities.