cheaptrix/billsum-US_congress_and_house huggingface dataset:
Honoring the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, and calling on Congress to fulfill the demands of the March participants, including decent housing, the right to vote, and a fair wage.

Whereas, on August 28, 1963, some 250,000 people participated in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in Washington, DC; Whereas the March on Washington marked the centennial of the Emancipation Proclamation; Whereas the March on Washington was the largest civil rights protest of its time; Whereas civil rights activists also marched that day in Berlin, Munich, Amsterdam, London, Oslo, Madrid, The Hague, Tel Aviv, Cairo, Toronto, and Kingston, Jamaica; Whereas the March on Washington was led by the Big Six Whereas the March was attended by Josephine Baker, Harry Belafonte, Marlon Brando, Bob Dylan, Dick Gregory, Charlton Heston, Lena Horne, Mahalia Jackson, Rita Moreno, Paul Newman, Sidney Poitier, and Jackie Robinson; Whereas women were excluded from the official program of the March; Whereas, nonetheless, the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom was only possible because of the courageous work of women in the Black Freedom Movement, including Ella Baker, Daisy Bates, Septima Clark, Myrlie Evers, Fannie Lou Hamer, Dorothy Height, Coretta Scott King, Pauli Murray, Diane Nash, and Rosa Parks; Whereas the logistics of the March were coordinated by Bayard Rustin, who also pioneered nonviolent, direct action protest theory; Whereas the March on Washington was organized in response to the twin evils of racism and economic deprivation Whereas the demands of the March participants included decent housing, the right to vote, and a national minimum wage; Whereas participants in the March on Washington also demanded home rule for the District of Columbia; Whereas the March culminated in Martin Luther King, Jr.’s, iconic I Have a Dream Whereas in his I Have A Dream the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation Whereas Dr. King’s speech exhorted Americans to to make justice a reality for all of God’s children, the whirlwinds of revolt will continue to shake the foundations of our nation until the bright day of justice emerges Whereas civil rights organizing led Congress to pass the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965; Whereas Martin Luther King, Jr., was assassinated on April 4, 1968; and Whereas the demands made by the March on Washington participants for decent housing, the right to vote, and a fair wage remain unfulfilled: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives supports the designation of March on Washington Commemoration Day

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of March on Washington Commemoration Day.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that congressional redistricting should be reformed to remove political gerrymandering.

Whereas political gerrymandering occurs when politicians draw their own congressional district lines to protect their self-interest at the expense of creating districts that reflect communities of interest; Whereas political gerrymandering can result in decreased electoral competition between congressional candidates, and in turn decreased responsiveness by Members of Congress to their voters’ interests; Whereas political gerrymandering can be used to split or pack certain demographic and political groups into congressional districts in order to disproportionately diminish their representation in Congress; Whereas political gerrymandering can be used to protect the majority party and punish the minority party; Whereas political gerrymandering can decrease Americans’ faith and trust in congressional elections; Whereas political gerrymandering is generally harmful to our democracy; Whereas many States have taken great strides to ameliorate political gerrymandering, ranging from Hawaii and California to Arizona and Ohio; Whereas the United States Constitution provides the authority for Congress to regulate elections and redistricting; and Whereas the Supreme Court has affirmed Congress’ authority provided in the United States Constitution to regulate elections and redistricting: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that congressional redistricting should be reformed to remove political gerrymandering.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that congressional redistricting should be reformed to remove political gerrymandering.
Recognizing the impacts of climate change on outdoor recreation and supporting policies that address the causes and effects of climate change.

Whereas the outdoor recreation economy generates $887,000,000,000 in consumer spending annually and supports 7,600,000 jobs in the United States; Whereas conservation of our land, water, and climate are important principles of responsible environmental stewardship; Whereas the United States Global Change Research Program recently reported the Earth’s temperatures are increasing and that the last 3 years have been the warmest in recorded history, resulting in rising ocean temperatures, rising sea levels, ocean acidification, dramatic glacier melt, shorter winter seasons, reduced snowpack, and an increase in extreme weather in the United States; Whereas this increase in average temperatures threatens ecosystems, wildlife, and habitat across the United States and negatively impacts outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, skiing, rafting, bird watching, climbing, and other activities, due to impacts on the environment and the health of people in the United States; Whereas natural disasters across the United States are becoming increasingly devastating, as exemplified through recent hurricanes and wildfires and increasing threats and prevalence of droughts, impacting the health of communities and economies; Whereas the impacts of climate change will increasingly threaten communities, economies, land, and water, unless addressed through mitigation and adaptation efforts; Whereas the impacts of climate change cause supply chain and operations disruptions, affecting the outdoor industry’s ability to manufacture, distribute, and sell products; and Whereas implementing policy solutions that address carbon emissions, clean energy, and climate change adaptation and mitigation can support a more stable climate and new economy that supports local communities, economies, and vulnerable populations: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the harmful impact of climate change on the lands, waters, and ecosystems used for outdoor recreation; (2) acknowledges the related impacts on communities and economies that depend on outdoor recreation; and (3) supports policies at the Federal, State, and local level that address the causes and effects of climate change by promoting conservation of our land and water, while supporting urban and rural populations, sustaining tourism-focused communities, and growing the economy of the United States.

Summary: Recognizes the harmful impact of climate change on the lands, waters, and ecosystems used for outdoor recreation. Expresses support for policies that address the causes and effects of climate change.
Commending the Patriot Guard Riders for their mission to show sincere respect for fallen members of the Armed Forces by attending the funeral services of a fallen member as invited guests of the family of the member.

Whereas the Patriot Guard Riders were founded in 2005 in Mulvane, Kansas, with a mission to show sincere respect for fallen members of the Armed Forces by attending their funeral services as invited guests of a member’s family; Whereas the Patriot Guard Riders have over 220,000 members nationwide from all walks of life; Whereas the Patriot Guard Riders shield the mourning family and friends from interruptions created by any protestor or group of protestors; Whereas the Patriot Guard Riders engage only in respectful acts in honor of fallen members of the Armed Forces; Whereas the members of the Patriot Guard Riders willingly give their time, energy, and money to respect the memory of fallen members of the Armed Forces; Whereas the men and women of the Armed Forces who fight to preserve freedom deserve the utmost respect and support of the American people; and Whereas the Patriot Guard Riders provide a unique service that honors fallen members of the Armed Forces and their families: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) commends the Patriot Guard Riders and all of the other volunteers involved in shielding the mourning family and friends of a fallen member of the Armed Forces from interruptions created by any protestor or group of protestors; and (2) recognizes the sacrifices that veterans, members of the Armed Forces, and their families have made, and continue to make, on behalf of the United States.

Summary: Commends the Patriot Guard Riders and all of the other volunteers involved in shielding the mourning family and friends of a fallen member of the Armed Forces from interruptions created by any protestor or group of protestors. Recognizes the sacrifices that veterans, members of the Armed Forces, and their families have made, and continue to make, on behalf of the United States.
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 695) to amend the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to establish a 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 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 amendments thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a single motion offered by the chair of the Committee on Appropriations or his designee that the House: (1) concur in the Senate amendment to the title; and (2) concur in the Senate amendment to the text with an amendment consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115–56. The Senate amendments 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 adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 695) to amend the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to establish a 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.
Supporting the inclusion and meaningful engagement of Latinos in environmental protection and conservation efforts.

Whereas Latinos are the largest ethnic group in the United States, with more than 56,600,000 Latinos making up 17.6 percent of the population of the United States; Whereas the Latino community is projected to grow to nearly 1/4 Whereas Latinos should have greater representation in the decisionmaking process relating to, and management of, public land; Whereas Latino conservation initiatives break down barriers, improve access to public land, and encourage outreach to, and new opportunities for, the Latino community to use public land; Whereas Latino conservation efforts can range from outdoor activities, such as hiking and kayaking, to educational activities and community gatherings; Whereas increased access to outdoor recreation opportunities encourages Latino families and youth to engage with the outdoors and demonstrate the commitment of the Latino families and youth to conservation; Whereas each person should have the opportunity to discover his or her history, culture, and heritage by exploring and experiencing the public land of the United States; Whereas access to green spaces provides for healthier and more active lifestyles, which helps address numerous health disparity issues facing the Latino community, such as diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease; Whereas the participation of Latinos in conservation efforts can encourage the interest and involvement of Latinos in careers in conservation; Whereas the people of the United States must ensure that the public land and natural surroundings of the United States are protected for future generations; and Whereas the members of the largest ethnic group in the United States, as the environmental stewards of tomorrow, will play a significant role in securing the future success and preservation of the public land of the United States, especially as that group continues to grow: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the role of Latinos in protecting and preserving the land, water, and wildlife of the United States; (2) supports the inclusion and meaningful engagement of Latinos in environmental protection and conservation efforts; and (3) encourages Latinos in the United States to participate in ceremonies, activities, and programs that engage the community in the outdoors and bring awareness to the importance of conservation.

Summary: Recognizes the role of Latinos in protecting and preserving U.S. land, water, and wildlife. Supports the engagement of Latinos in environmental protection and conservation efforts.
Expressing support for the designation of November 8, 2023, as "National First-Generation College Celebration Day".

National First-Generation College Celebration Day Whereas, November 8 honors the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 1001 et seq. Whereas the Higher Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 1001 et seq. Whereas the Act helped usher in programs necessary for postsecondary access, retention, and completion for low-income, first-generation college students, including the Federal TRIO Programs under chapter 1 of subpart 2 of part A of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 1070a–11 et seq. 20 U.S.C. 1070a Whereas the Federal TRIO programs under chapter 1 of subpart 2 of part A of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 1070a–11 et seq. Whereas the Federal Pell Grant program under section 401 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 1070a Whereas a first-generation college student Whereas first-generation college students face additional academic, financial, and social barriers compared to what their continuing-generation peers face while pursuing higher education; Whereas 56 percent of all current baccalaureate students currently pursuing degrees are first-generation; Whereas one-third of all community and technical college students identify as first-generation; Whereas one-third of all community and technical college students identify as first-generation, with 12.7 percent having attained an associate’s degree and 11.9 percent having attained a certificate from a community or technical college; Whereas first-generation students navigate multiple competing priorities, and 66 percent were employed while in college, in paid jobs, internships, or work study; Whereas first-generation students hold significant roles within their household, with 30 percent having dependents to care for while in school; Whereas 45 percent of first-generation graduates expect to attain a master’s degree, and 19 percent expect to attain a doctoral degree upon completing a bachelor’s degree; Whereas the Council for Opportunity in Education and the Center for First-generation Student Success jointly launched the inaugural First-Generation College Celebration in 2017; and Whereas the First-Generation College Celebration has continued to grow, and institutions of higher education, corporations, nonprofits, and elementary schools and secondary schools now celebrate November 8 as First-Generation College Celebration Day That the House of Representatives urges all people in the United States to— (1) celebrate National First-Generation College Celebration Day (2) recognize the important role that first-generation college students play in helping to develop the future workforce; and (3) celebrate the Higher Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 1001 et seq.

Summary: This resolution urges all people in the United States to celebrate National First-Generation College Celebration Day.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Federal law prohibits the transfer of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to the United States.

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the 107 detainees currently imprisoned at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, are imprisoned there for various reasons relating to national security and the safety and security of our allies and military forces around the world; (2) the transfer or release of those 107 detainees would present grave dangers and security risks to the foreign countries where some may be released, and to the communities and military installations at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, Charleston, South Carolina, and the community of Florence, Colorado, that have been identified as possible transfer locations; (3) sections 1032, 1033, and 2808 in the Carl Levin and Howard P. Buck (4) it is the sense of the House of Representatives that to do so would clearly and unequivocally violate Federal law and the appropriations powers enumerated to Congress in article I, section 9, clause 7 of the United States Constitution; and (5) it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the President’s continued planning and discussion of such a closure and transfer of terrorists may result in illegal actions committed by him.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that any transfer to the United States of the 107 detainees imprisoned for reasons of national security at the U.S. Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, would violate federal law and the appropriations powers enumerated to Congress in article 1 of the Constitution, and may result in the President's committing illegal actions.
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”, occurs on the vernal equinox and celebrates the arrival of spring; Whereas Nowruz symbolizes a time of renewal and community, it harkens the departure from the trials and tribulations of the previous year and 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, Caucasus, Crimea, and Balkan Regions; 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; 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: Recognizes the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz. Expresses appreciation for the contributions of Iranian-Americans to U.S. society in observance of Nowruz. Recognizes the aspirations of all people, including the people of Iran, for human rights and religious tolerance as embodied in the spirit of Nowruz. Wishes Iranian-Americans, the people of Iran, and all those who observe this holiday a prosperous new year.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Senate should amend its rules to require a sitting United States Senator actively seeking election to the Presidency of the United States to recuse himself or herself from the impeachment trial of an incumbent President of the United States who is serving his or her first term in office.

Whereas the House of Representatives has the sole power to impeach the President of the United States; Whereas the Senate has the sole power to conduct a trial to remove the President from office; Whereas, during an impeachment trial, the Vice President of the United States does not preside over the Senate in his or her role as President of the Senate due to a clear conflict of interest, but rather the Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court presides; Whereas a sitting United States Senator actively seeking the Presidency of the United States has a vested interest in the reputation and political future of an incumbent President of the United States who is currently serving his or her first term in office; Whereas Senate rules governing impeachment proceedings requires United States Senators to make the following oath prior to an impeachment trial: I solemnly swear (or affirm, as the case may be) that in all things appertaining to the trial of the impeachment of ——— ———, now pending, I will do impartial justice according to the Constitution and laws: So help me God. Whereas a sitting United States Senator actively seeking to unseat the incumbent President of the United States cannot claim impartiality in his or her political opponent’s impeachment trial; and Whereas the Constitution grants both chambers of Congress the authority to determine the Rules of its Proceedings That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the Senate should amend its rules to require a sitting United States Senator actively seeking election to the Presidency of the United States to recuse himself or herself from the impeachment trial of an incumbent President of the United States who is serving his or her first term in office.

Summary: This resolution urges the Senate to amend its rules to require a sitting Senator actively seeking election to the presidency of the United States to recuse himself or herself from the impeachment trial of an incumbent President who is serving his or her first term in office.