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Recognizing the contributions of musician Chuck Brown, the Godfather of Go-Go, to music and to the District of Columbia and expressing support for the designation of a Chuck Brown Day.

Whereas Chuck Brown is known as the Godfather of Go-Go Whereas Chuck Brown was a virtuoso singer, songwriter, guitarist, and band leader; Whereas Chuck Brown's go-go beat gave the District of Columbia a musical identity of its own and reminds the nation that Washington, DC, is more than just a government town; Whereas Chuck Brown's musical catalogue includes 22 albums released over a four-decade period; Whereas Chuck Brown's song Bustin' Loose Whereas Chuck Brown earned a Grammy nomination in 2010 for the song Love We Got This Whereas Chuck Brown was awarded a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellowship in 2005; Whereas Chuck Brown's go-go beat has been passed to new generations with undiminished popularity; Whereas Chuck Brown has influenced jazz, rap, and go-go musicians, including the bands Trouble Funk, Rare Essence, and Experience Unlimited (also known as E.U.); Whereas Chuck Brown was born on August 22, 1936, and passed away on May 16, 2012, at the age of 75; Whereas Chuck Brown was a resident of the District of Columbia almost his entire life and was committed to securing statehood and equal voting rights for the residents of the District of Columbia; Whereas the District of Columbia has named a street near the Howard Theatre for Chuck Brown; Whereas Chuck Brown is admired for having risen from humble beginnings and overcoming time in prison to become a model leader, devoted father, and family man; and Whereas Chuck Brown brought joy to millions of people through his music and never stopped performing until his death: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the contributions of musician Chuck Brown, the Godfather of Go-Go, to music and to the District of Columbia; and (2) expresses support for the designation of a Chuck Brown Day.

Summary: Recognizes the contributions to music and to the District of Columbia of musician Chuck Brown, the Godfather of Go-Go. Expresses support for the designation of a Chuck Brown Day.
To uphold the protections of the freedom of the press.

Whereas the First Amendment prohibits any law that infringes on the freedom of the press; Whereas the American public has relied on the press for over 200 years to stay informed of current events taking place across the country; Whereas 6 justices ruled in favor of the Freedom of the Press in New York Times Co. v. United States, with Justice Black concurring, Only a free and unrestrained press can effectively expose deception in government. Whereas the press is often considered to be the Fourth Branch of Government Whereas the press plays a crucial role covering Congress and the executive branch; Whereas the press has been targeted by unwarranted attacks claiming that they are publishing false news; Whereas without the diligent work of media outlets, many Americans will be left without a method to stay informed; Whereas inflammatory language disparaging the press is detrimental to the media’s perception by the United States public and leads to unnecessary debate over the validity of news; Whereas political parties should refrain from partisan attacks against stories they consider fake news Whereas the executive branch should refrain from using social media to further alienate reputable news sources by disseminating untrustworthy news; Whereas the executive branch should not proclaim that reputable press is the enemy of the American public, nor should they threaten the deterioration of relations between the Government and the press; Whereas the executive branch should not praise friendly outlets while criticizing those considered unfavorable: Whereas the divide caused by unwarranted attacks on the media will further separate our country and distort reality; and Whereas in order for the country to move forward in its best interest, we must respect the factual integrity of individuals reporting on real events taking place across the country: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that freedom of the press must be upheld when confronted with unfair attacks.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that freedom of the press must be upheld when confronted with unfair attacks.
Providing for the consideration of the bill (S. 820) to strengthen programs authorized under the Debbie Smith Act of 2004.

That immediately upon adoption of this resolution, the House shall proceed to the consideration in the House of the bill (S. 820) to strengthen programs authorized under the Debbie Smith Act of 2004. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any 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 the Judiciary; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. Clause 1(c) of rule XIX shall not apply to the consideration of S. 820.

Summary: This resolution sets forth the rule for consideration of S. 820 (Debbie Smith Act of 2019).
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9) to direct the President to develop a plan for the United States to meet its nationally determined contribution under the Paris Agreement, and for other purposes.

That at any time after adoption of this resolution the Speaker may, pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House resolved into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9) to direct the President to develop a plan for the United States to meet its nationally determined contribution under the Paris Agreement, and for other purposes. The first reading of the bill shall be dispensed with. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. General debate shall be confined to the bill and shall not exceed 90 minutes, with 60 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Foreign Affairs and 30 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. No amendment to the bill shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments are waived. At the conclusion of consideration of the bill for amendment the Committee shall rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions. April 29, 2019 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9) to direct the President to develop a plan for the United States to meet its nationally determined contribution under the Paris Agreement.
Expressing support for the designation of September 2023 as "Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness Month".

Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness Month Whereas peripheral artery disease (PAD) affects nearly 20,000,000 Americans, including an estimated 200,000 Americans who are from disproportionately minority communities; Whereas PAD is a chronic condition that causes narrowing or blockage of blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the legs; Whereas the primary cause of PAD is the buildup of plaque in the arteries or atherosclerosis; Whereas many risk factors for PAD include smoking, high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, carotid artery disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, and being 60 years of age or older; Whereas individuals with type 2 diabetes and PAD are 4 times more likely to lose a limb compared to individuals without either such disease; Whereas individuals who smoke are 3 times more likely to develop PAD; Whereas researchers analyzing data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (1999–2004) found that 5.9 percent of the United States population aged 40 years or older have a low ankle brachial index (ABI) (≤0.9), which indicates the presence of PAD; Whereas African Americans are twice as likely to be diagnosed with PAD and up to 3 times as likely to have an amputation; Whereas if not properly diagnosed, PAD can lead to nontraumatic lower limb amputations, heart attack, or stroke; Whereas unnecessary amputations drastically reduce the quality of life for PAD patients; Whereas PAD generally has a poor prognosis, with an increased risk of mortality, and about 50 and 70 percent of patients die at 2 and 4 years, respectively, with critical limb ischemia; and Whereas educating people on the risks of PAD and encouraging early screenings are crucial to preventing unnecessary amputations: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness Month; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate awareness and educational activities.

Summary: This resolution supports Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness Month and encourages the public to observe the month with appropriate awareness and educational activities.
Congressional Cybersecurity Training Resolution of 2017

1. Short title This resolution may be cited as the Congressional Cybersecurity Training Resolution of 2017 2. Annual information security training program for House Members, officers, and employees Clause 4 of rule II of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: (e) (1) The Chief Administrative Officer shall carry out an annual information security training program for Members (including the Delegates and Resident Commissioner), officers, and employees of the House. (2) A new Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, officer, or employee of the House shall receive training under this paragraph not later than 30 days after beginning service to the House. (3) Not later than January 31 of each year, each officer and employee of the House shall file a certification with the Chief Administrative Officer that the officer or employee completed an information security training program as established by this paragraph. .

Summary: Congressional Cybersecurity Training Resolution of 2017 Amends Rule II (Other Officers and Officials) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to require: (1) the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to carry out an annual information security training program for Members, officers, and employees of the House; and (2) new Members, officers, and employees to receive such training within 30 days after beginning service. Requires each officer and employee of the House to file with the CAO by January 31 of each year a certification that he or she completed such program.
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 54) relating to a national emergency declared by the President on February 15, 2019.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 54) relating to a national emergency declared by the President on February 15, 2019. All points of order against consideration of the joint resolution are waived. The joint resolution shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the joint resolution are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the joint resolution and on any 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 Transportation and Infrastructure; and (2) one motion to commit. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 54) relating to a national emergency declared by the President on February 15, 2019.
Removing a certain Member from certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

Whereas clause 1 of rule XXIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives provides, A Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, officer, or employee of the House shall behave at all times in a manner that shall reflect creditably on the House. Whereas Representative Lauren Boebert should be removed from her committee assignments in light of conduct she has exhibited: Now, therefore, be it That the following named Member be, and is hereby, removed from the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on the Budget: Mrs. Boebert of Colorado. Committee on Natural Resources: Mrs. Boebert of Colorado.

Summary: This resolution removes Representative Lauren Boebert from the House Budget Committee and the House Natural Resources Committee.
Recognizing the importance of access to comprehensive, high-quality, life-affirming medical care for women of all ages.

Whereas women of all ages should have access to comprehensive, convenient, compassionate, life-affirming, high-quality medical services; Whereas all women should feel empowered and equipped with the knowledge to listen to their body and advocate for their health; Whereas health care for women should emphasize the whole woman, including her physical, mental, and spiritual wellness; Whereas health care for women should also address the needs of men, families, and communities as they relate to women’s health care; Whereas health care centers should include access to social services that empower women to care for their health; Whereas Pro Women’s Healthcare Centers is a consortium of centers that serves as an example of the high-quality, comprehensive, life-affirming care that women deserve; Whereas every Pro Women’s Healthcare Center-certified clinic has a licensed medical professional; Whereas every Pro Women’s Healthcare Center offers comprehensive health services, including well-woman exams, sexually transmitted disease testing and treatment, breast exams, pregnancy testing, prenatal and pregnancy care, miscarriage support, fertility awareness instruction, infertility consultation, and onsite or nearby, direct referrals for material, emotional, practical, and spiritual resources; and Whereas Pro Women’s Healthcare Centers has certified health care centers nationwide that meet its standards for high-quality, life-affirming care and continue to do so: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses its support for women nationwide to have access to comprehensive, convenient, compassionate, life-affirming, high-quality health care; and (2) recognizes the high standards established by Pro Women’s Healthcare Centers consortium as standards worth implementing nationwide.

Summary: Expresses support for women nationwide to have access to comprehensive, convenient, compassionate, life-affirming, and high-quality health care. Recognizes the high standards established Pro Women's Healthcare Centers consortium as standards worth implementing nationwide.
Recognizing and honoring National Mushroom Day and the contributions of Chester and Berks Counties to the national mushroom industry.

Whereas October 15 is National Mushroom Day; Whereas, since the cultivation of mushrooms began in France in 1651, the cultivation of mushrooms has been developed and advanced through the hard work of mushroom growers; Whereas mushrooms are a dietary staple due to their nutritional value; Whereas, in 1885, a successful florist in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, conceived the idea of growing mushrooms beneath his greenhouse benches, leading to the first dedicated mushroom growing operation in the area; Whereas over 60 percent of United States mushrooms are now grown in Chester and Berks Counties, Pennsylvania; Whereas the mushroom farms in Chester County include both large and small farms, including multigeneration family farms, demonstrating the region’s support for small businesses and local producers; Whereas the local mushroom growers meet and collaborate, leading to the innovation that distinguishes the region and its mushroom industry; and Whereas the mushroom growers and the farmworker community contribute substantially to the local economy, employing nearly 10,000 workers and bringing an estimated $2,700,000,000 into Chester County: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the recognition of National Mushroom Day; and (2) honors the region of Chester and Berks Counties, Pennsylvania, for its unparalleled contributions to the national mushroom industry.

Summary: This resolution supports the recognition of National Mushroom Day and honors the region of Chester and Berks Counties, Pennsylvania, for its unparalleled contributions to the national mushroom industry.
Of inquiry directing the Director of National Intelligence to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the investigation by the intelligence community into the origins of the COVID-19 virus.

That the Director of National Intelligence is directed to transmit to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of all documents (including records, memos, correspondence, and other communications), to the extent that any such one or more items are within the possession of the Director and refer or relate to the investigation by the intelligence community into the origins of the COVID–19 virus.

Summary: This resolution directs the Office of the Director of National Intelligence to provide the House of Representatives any documents and information about the investigation by the intelligence community into the origins of the COVID-19 virus.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3746) to provide for a responsible increase to the debt ceiling.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 3746) to provide for a responsible increase to the debt ceiling. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. 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 Ways and Means or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. May 30, 2023 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3746) to provide for a responsible increase to the debt ceiling.
Recognizing the life and legacy of Richard (Dick) Gregory and honoring his contributions to the civil rights movement and to American comedy.

Whereas Dick Gregory was born on October 12, 1932, in St. Louis, Missouri, and passed away on August 19, 2017, in the District of Columbia at the age of 84; Whereas Dick Gregory was an early civil rights pioneer, participating in sit-ins and getting arrested numerous times throughout the South for the defeat of segregation and for equal rights; Whereas Dick Gregory was a passionate champion for voting rights and home rule for the residents of the District of Columbia and in the 1960s was in the forefront of the struggle that culminated in home rule for the District of Columbia; Whereas Dick Gregory moved to Chicago, Illinois, in 1956 to begin his comedy career after having served in the United States Army; Whereas in 1959, Dick Gregory married Lillian Smith, with whom he had 11 children; Whereas besides civil rights, Dick Gregory was an activist in numerous causes over the course of his life, including the Vietnam War, the Equal Rights Amendment, police brutality, South African apartheid, nuclear power, prison reform, feminism, drug abuse, and Native American rights; Whereas Dick Gregory authored a dozen books; and Whereas Dick Gregory became one of the first African-American comedians to enjoy crossover appeal to Blacks and Whites alike, using his talent to point up the absurdity of racism and discrimination: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives honors the life and legacy of Richard (Dick) Gregory and acknowledges his contributions to civil rights, to multiple other causes for freedom and equality, and to American comedy.

Summary: Honors the life and legacy of Richard (Dick) Gregory, and acknowledges his contributions to civil rights and to American comedy.
Approving certain regulations to implement provisions of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 relating to labor-management relations with respect to employees of the House of Representatives covered under section 220(e), and for other purposes.

1. Approval of regulations (a) In general The regulations described in subsection (b) are hereby approved, insofar as such regulations apply to covered employees of the House of Representatives under the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 and to the extent such regulations are consistent with the provisions of such Act. (b) Regulations approved The regulations described in this subsection are the regulations issued by the Office of Compliance on August 19, 1996, under section 220(e) of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 to implement section 220 of such Act (relating to the application of chapter 71

Summary: This resolution extends collective bargaining rights prescribed in the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 to employees of the House of Representatives.