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Supporting the designation of May 19, 2023, as "Endangered Species Day".

Endangered Species Day Whereas plants and wildlife provide incalculable services for humankind, including health, cultural, economic, recreational, and spiritual benefits, among others; Whereas, in the United States and around the world, more than 2,300 species are recognized as at risk of extinction now or in the foreseeable future, and many more are experiencing declines in populations and future viability; Whereas the planet is experiencing a biodiversity crisis, which many scientists conclude is the sixth mass extinction event, with plant and wildlife species across the globe facing heightened risk of extinction that is largely driven by human activity; Whereas climate change, large-scale changes in land use, and habitat destruction pose existential threats to species; Whereas the United States has prioritized the conservation and recovery of imperiled species by enacting the Endangered Species Act of 1973 and other landmark conservation statutes; Whereas conservation and protection efforts implemented under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 have successfully prevented the extinction of more than 99 percent of species designated as threatened or endangered, including the critically imperiled California condor, whooping crane, and black-footed ferret; Whereas many at-risk species have significant cultural and subsistence values to Tribal, indigenous, and Native Alaskan communities, whose Tribal leadership, ancestral lands, and traditional ecological knowledge play an invaluable role in species conservation and recovery; Whereas the United States has the opportunity to stem threats to endangered and threatened species by enacting and implementing bold policies and conservation initiatives, including conserving at least 30 percent each of the Nation’s lands and waters by the year 2030; Whereas the recovery of species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 is a remarkable success that should be celebrated; and Whereas 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Endangered Species Act of 1973: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Endangered Species Day (2) recognizes the intrinsic value of plants and wildlife as part of the United States environmental heritage, and the invaluable role that the Endangered Species Act of 1973 has played in safeguarding at-risk species; and (3) acknowledges the continued importance of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 and other conservation measures to protect threatened and endangered species and address the biodiversity crisis.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of Endangered Species Day.
Requiring that the House authorize any judicial proceeding on behalf of any committee.

That the second resolving clause in House Resolution 430 (116th Congress) is amended by striking Bipartisan Legal Advisory Group House of Representatives

Summary: This resolution requires authorization by the House of Representatives, rather than by the Bipartisan Legal Advisory Group, for any judicial proceeding on behalf of a House committee.
Recognizing the goals of National Travel and Tourism Week and honoring the valuable contributions of travel and tourism to the United States.

Whereas National Travel and Tourism Week was established in 1983 when Congress passed the Joint Resolution entitled Joint Resolution to designate the week beginning May 27, 1984, as National Tourism Week Public Law 98–178 Whereas National Travel and Tourism Week is celebrated across the United States from May 4, 2013, through May 12, 2013; Whereas more than 120 travel destinations throughout the United States are holding events in honor of National Travel and Tourism Week; Whereas the travel and tourism industry supports more than 14,000,000 jobs in the United States; Whereas the travel and tourism industry employs individuals in all 50 States and all the territories of the United States; Whereas international travel to the United States is the single largest export industry in the country; Whereas the travel and tourism industry, Congress, and the executive branch have worked to streamline the visa process and make the United States welcoming to visitors from other countries; Whereas travel and tourism provide significant economic benefits to the United States by generating nearly $2,000,000,000,000 in annual economic output; Whereas leisure travel allows individuals to experience the rich cultural heritage and educational opportunities of the United States and its communities; and Whereas the immense value of travel and tourism cannot be overstated: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes National Travel and Tourism Week; (2) commends the travel and tourism industry for its important contributions to the United States; and (3) commends the employees of the travel and tourism industry for their important contributions to the United States.

Summary: Recognizes National Travel and Tourism Week.
Relating to the consideration of House Report 117–152 and an accompanying resolution.

That if House Report 117–152 is called up by direction of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol: (a) all points of order against the report are waived and the report shall be considered as read; and (b)(1) an accompanying resolution offered by direction of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol shall be considered as read and shall not be subject to a point of order; and (2) the previous question shall be considered as ordered on such resolution to adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question except one hour of debate equally divided among and controlled by Representative Thompson of Mississippi, Representative Cheney of Wyoming, and an opponent, or their respective designees. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution sets forth the rule for consideration of (1) H.Rept. 117-152 from the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol, and (2) the accompanying resolution that finds Stephen K. Bannon in contempt of Congress for failing to comply with a congressional subpoena.
Recognizing the roles and contributions of the men and women in the public safety community who operate unmanned aircraft systems.

Whereas the operation of unmanned aircraft systems in the national airspace system is rapidly increasing, which raises opportunities for public safety and government officials; Whereas professional operators of such systems that are operating in the public safety arena must be highly trained and skilled to provide the necessary level of care to support their communities; Whereas becoming such an operator requires completing the Federal Aviation Administration part 107, or acquiring a Federal Aviation Administration certificate of authorization; and Whereas the purposes of National Unmanned Aircraft System Operator Public Safety Day (1) to raise public awareness of the unquantifiable contributions of the operators of unmanned aircraft systems acting in the best interest of public safety in their communities; and (2) to promote greater respect and understanding for the proficiency and commitment of operators of unmanned aircraft systems required to assist law enforcement with successful support: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) thanks operators of unmanned aircraft systems working in the area of public safety in the United States; and (2) promotes the profession by encouraging the public safety community and public officials to recognize National Unmanned Aircraft System Operator Public Safety Day

Summary: This resolution thanks operators of unmanned aircraft systems working in the area of public safety in the United States and promotes the profession by encouraging the public safety community and public officials to recognize National Unmanned Aircraft System Operator Public Safety Day.
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence in the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress.

1. Amounts for Committee Expenses For the expenses of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the Committee 2. Session Limitations Of the amount specified in section 1— (1) not more than $5,598,655 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2017, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2018; and (2) not more than $5,598,655 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2018, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2019. 3. Vouchers Payments under this resolution shall be made on vouchers authorized by the Committee, signed by the Chairman of the Committee, and approved in the manner directed by the Committee on House Administration. 4. Regulations Amounts made available under this resolution shall be expended in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Committee on House Administration.

Summary: Provides amounts for expenses of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence for the 115th Congress.
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on House Administration in the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress.

1. Amounts for Committee Expenses For the expenses of the Committee on House Administration (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the Committee 2. Session Limitations Of the amount specified in section 1— (1) not more than $5,021,565 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2017, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2018; and (2) not more than $5,321,565 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2018, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2019. 3. Vouchers Payments under this resolution shall be made on vouchers authorized by the Committee, signed by the Chairman of the Committee, and approved in the manner directed by the Committee on House Administration. 4. Regulations Amounts made available under this resolution shall be expended in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Committee on House Administration.

Summary: Provides amounts for the expenses of the House Committee on House Administration for the 115th Congress.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to the tragic shooting at Los Angeles International Airport on November 1, 2013.

Whereas on November 1, 2013, a gunman entered Terminal 3 of the airport and opened fire at a security checkpoint, targeting the Transportation Security Officers who are charged with protecting our aviation system and the people of the United States; Whereas Gerardo Hernandez, a 39-year-old resident of Porter Ranch, California, a beloved husband and father of two, lost his life in the shooting and tragically became the first Transportation Security Officer to be killed in the performance of his duties; Whereas James Speer and Tony Grigsby, dedicated Transportation Security Officers and colleagues of the deceased officer, were wounded in the attack; Whereas a member of the traveling public, Brian Ludmer, a 29-year-old high school teacher from Lake Forest, Illinois, was also injured; and Whereas Transportation Security Officers, law enforcement personnel, first responders, and medical professionals acted courageously to subdue the gunman, secure the airport, help move passengers out of harm's way, and treat victims of the attack: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) strongly condemns the senseless and appalling act of violence carried out at Los Angeles International Airport on November 1, 2013; (2) offers its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Gerardo Hernandez; (3) honors the dedicated public service of Gerardo Hernandez, James Speer, and Tony Grisby; and (4) sends its hope for a quick recovery to the other victims of the horrific attack.

Summary: Condemns the senseless and appalling shooting carried out at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on November 1, 2013. Offers the House of Representatives' deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of deceased Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Officer Gerardo Hernandez. Honors the dedicated public service of TSA Officers Gerardo Hernandez, James Speer, and Tony Grisby and sends its hope for a quick recovery to the other victims of the horrific attack.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that all students should have access to the digital tools necessary to further their education and compete in the 21st century economy.

Whereas the United States should lead the world in providing high-quality education and opportunities to its citizens; Whereas digital skills are essential for education and preparing citizens for the economy of the future; Whereas, on a daily basis, teachers across the country assign homework that requires Internet access to be completed; Whereas there are 5,000,000 households with school-age children in the United States that do not have high-speed Internet access at home and fall into what is known as the homework gap Whereas a disproportionate number of students without high-speed Internet access at home reside in low-income and minority households; Whereas students and families in rural areas face additional challenges when homework requires Internet access that is out of reach; Whereas every student deserves an opportunity at 21st century success; Whereas participation in the classroom can be improved when all students are equipped with the tools to complete their homework; Whereas educators can increase the use of cutting-edge education technology and digital learning resources when those resources remain accessible during out-of-school hours; Whereas data show that students have received lower grades and been unable to complete their assignments because of their lack of Internet access at home; Whereas improved student access to postsecondary education and workforce opportunities can be made possible by increasing the ability of students to apply for employment, postsecondary education, and financial aid opportunities; Whereas leaders in the public and private sectors have recognized that the homework gap is an issue of national importance and partnered to find cooperative solutions to address it; and Whereas instilling digital skills and the knowledge to succeed in the 21st century economy in the Nation’s students is vital to the Nation’s global competitiveness: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that all students should have access to the digital tools necessary to further their education and compete in the 21st century economy.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that all students should have access to the digital tools necessary to further their education and compete in the economy.
Honoring our Nation's fallen law enforcement officers for National Police Week.

Whereas police officers protect and serve our Nation’s communities; Whereas many brave men and women, deserving of honor, and with the last full measure of devotion, gave their lives in service of the Thin Blue Line; Whereas these fallen heroes deserve the highest respect; Whereas, in 2021, 73 police officers were killed in the line of duty protecting their respective communities, including 5 police officers from the State of Louisiana; Whereas National Police Week is from May 11 until May 17 for 2022; and Whereas National Peace Officers Memorial Day is May 15: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives honors our Nation’s fallen law enforcement officers for National Police Week.

Summary: This resolution honors our nation's fallen law enforcement officers for National Police Week.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4760) to amend the immigration laws and the homeland security laws, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 4760) to amend the immigration laws and the homeland security laws, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendments 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, with 40 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary and 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Homeland Security; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4760) to amend the immigration laws and the homeland security laws.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Federal Government should not bail out State and local government employee pension plans or other plans that provide post-employment benefits to State and local government retirees.

Whereas the Federal Government is operating at an annual deficit and is increasing its outstanding debt every year; Whereas the Federal Government, as of December 29, 2016, is carrying more than $19.879 trillion in debt, of which $14.408 trillion is owed to the public and $5.472 trillion is owed to Social Security and other trust funds; Whereas the Federal Government borrowed 15 cents for every dollar it spent in 2016; Whereas foreign governments, individuals, and corporations as of October 2016 own 43.1 percent of Federal debt held by the public; Whereas Social Security's unfunded liabilities will be $11.4 trillion by 2090 and $32.1 trillion over the infinite horizon; Whereas the Federal debt held by the public is expected to increase by more than $9 trillion from fiscal year 2016 to fiscal year 2026 according to the Congressional Budget Office; Whereas State and local governments are heavily dependent on Federal revenues; Whereas nearly 17 percent of the entire Federal budget goes directly to States and local governments; Whereas 17 percent of total State and local government general revenue comes from the Federal Government according to Census Bureau’s latest Annual Survey of State and Local Government Finance; Whereas numerous State and local government employee pension plans have offered overly generous retirement benefits to its employees and are in dire financial situations with combined unfunded liabilities of nearly $4 trillion; Whereas many State and local government pension plans have understated liabilities and overstated asset growth rates and have employed methodologies that private sector plans are prohibited from using by Federal law; and Whereas several State and local pension plans are expected to fully exhaust their funds within ten years: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the Federal Government should not bail out State and local government employee pension plans and other post-employment benefit plans; and (2) State and local governments should immediately institute reforms to their employee pension plans, including replacing defined benefit plans with defined contribution plans.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the federal government should not bail out state and local government employee pension plans and other post-employment benefit plans; and (2) state and local governments should immediately institute reforms to their employee pension plans, including replacing defined benefit plans with defined contribution plans.
Supporting the designation of March 2019 as National Kidney Month.

Whereas World Kidney Day is March 14, 2019, and National Kidney Month is observed in March of every year; Whereas high blood pressure and diabetes, the leading causes of chronic kidney disease, are responsible for up to two-thirds of the cases; Whereas Hispanic Americans have a 1.5 times greater risk of developing kidney failure than non-Hispanic Americans; Whereas African Americans have a nearly 4-fold higher rate of end stage renal disease (ESRD) than any other group of people, despite a similar prevalence rate of early chronic kidney disease; Whereas hypertension is most prevalent among African Americans (33 percent) and is a major cause of ESRD in that population; Whereas Native Americans are about 1.8 times more likely to be diagnosed with kidney failure than non-Native Americans; Whereas diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure among Native Americans; Whereas in the United States, 30 million adults have chronic kidney disease and millions of others are at increased risk; Whereas early detection can help prevent the progression of kidney disease to kidney failure; Whereas public awareness and education campaigns on kidney disease prevention, screening, and symptoms are held during the month of March each year; and Whereas educational efforts can help provide information to the public on methods of prevention and screening, as well as about symptoms for early detection: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Kidney Month; and (2) encourages 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 National Kidney Month.
Commemorating the 200th birthday of Escambia County, one of two original counties in Florida.

Whereas Escambia County is celebrating its 200th birthday and has an expansive and rich history to be commemorated; Whereas Escambia County was first inhabited by Spanish settlers 450 years ago, making it the oldest European settlement in the United States; Whereas Escambia County was the first of two counties established on July 21, 1821, after Spain ceded Florida to the United States; Whereas Escambia County was originally populated by American Indian Tribes, including the Hackshaw Indian Tribe which was originally located on Pensacola Bay; Whereas Spanish explorers established four colonies in Pensacola Bay which were either destroyed by invaders or hurricanes that ravaged the settlements before the final colony of San Miguel de Panzacola was established in modern, downtown Pensacola; Whereas after Spain ceded Florida to the United States, Governor Andrew Jackson established a government that enabled Escambia County to prosper and play a vital role in the fabric of American cultural elements through its newspapers, circuses, and health care; and Whereas Escambia County has commemorated this history with a five-month-long educational celebration and time capsule that will memorialize the heritage of Escambia and act as a memorial to its current historical era: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives commemorates the 200th birthday of Escambia County.

Summary: This resolution commemorates the 200th birthday of Escambia County, Florida.