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Supporting the designation of September 20, 2019, as "National Concussion Awareness Day".

National Concussion Awareness Day Whereas mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), otherwise known as a concussion, is an important health concern for children, teens, and adults; Whereas, according to information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention— (1) there are as many as 1,600,000 to 3,800,000 sports-related concussions annually; (2) as many as 5,300,000 individuals live with a disability because of a traumatic brain injury (TBI); (3) from 2001 to 2012, the rate of emergency department visits for sports- and recreation-related injuries involving a diagnosis of concussion or traumatic brain injury, alone or in combination with other injuries, more than doubled among children 19 years of age or younger, and, in 2012, an estimated 329,290 children were treated in the United States for sports- and recreation-related injuries that included a diagnosis of concussion or traumatic brain injury; and (4) current data sources may only capture one out of every 9 concussions across the United States; Whereas the seriousness of concussions should not be minimized in athletics, and return-to-play and return-to-learn protocols can help ensure recovery; Whereas concussions 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 concussions among the medical community and the public by supporting the designation of September 20, 2019, as National Concussion Awareness Day That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Concussion Awareness Day (2) recognizes that mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), otherwise known as a concussion, is an important health concern; (3) commends the organizations and individuals that raise awareness about mild traumatic brain injury; (4) encourages Federal, State, and local policymakers to work together— (A) to raise awareness about the effects of concussions; and (B) to improve the understanding of proper diagnosis and management of concussions; and (5) encourages further research and prevention efforts to ensure that fewer individuals experience the most adverse effects of mild traumatic brain injury.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of National Concussion Awareness Day.
Impeaching Regina McCarthy, Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

That Regina McCarthy, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, is impeached for high crimes and misdemeanors and that the following articles of impeachment be exhibited to the Senate: Articles of impeachment exhibited by the House of Representatives of the United States of America in the name of itself and of the people of the United States of America, against Regina McCarthy, Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, in maintenance and support of its impeachment against her for high crimes and misdemeanors. Article I Regina McCarthy, while Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, committed perjury before the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of the House of Representatives on July 29, 2015, in violation of section 1621 of title 18, United States Code. Wherefore, Administrator Regina McCarthy, by such conduct, is guilty of high crimes and misdemeanors and should be removed from office and disqualified to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust, or profit under the United States. Article II Regina McCarthy, while Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, made false statements before the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives on July 9, 2015, in violation of section 1001 of title 18, United States Code. Wherefore, Administrator Regina McCarthy, by such conduct, is guilty of high crimes and misdemeanors and should be removed from office and disqualified to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust, or profit under the United States. Article III Regina McCarthy, while Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, made false statements before the Committee on the Environment and Public Works of the United States Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives on February 4, 2015, in violation of section 1001 of title 18, United States Code. Wherefore, Administrator Regina McCarthy, by such conduct, is guilty of high crimes and misdemeanors and should be removed from office and disqualified to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust, or profit under the United States.

Summary: Impeaches Regina McCarthy, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), for high crimes and misdemeanors regarding testimony on the EPA's Clean Water Rule defining "waters of the United States." Sets forth the articles of impeachment.
Honoring the 50th anniversary of Alligator Records.

Whereas Chicago blues music has its roots deep in the Mississippi Delta and was carried north in the Great Migration of 1916–1970 by the millions of African Americans who migrated to northern industrial cities in search of good jobs and to escape from Jim Crow racism; Whereas Chicago’s blues community nurtured thousands of musicians and dozens of record labels, and the city became the world capital of blues and eventually gave birth to Alligator Records and the rich, soulful Chicago blues heritage and culture that we know and love today; Whereas with nothing but his love of the blues and entrepreneurial spirit, Bruce Iglauer founded Alligator Records in 1971 at the age of 23, using all his savings to record his favorite Chicago blues band, Hound Dog Taylor and the HouseRockers, although the band had no national presence, no booking agent, no manager, no publicist, and played almost entirely in tiny neighborhood clubs on the South and West Sides of Chicago; Whereas beginning with this one album, Iglauer built a blues record label that is now celebrating its 50th birthday; Whereas today, Alligator Records is the largest independent blues label in the world, with over 350 albums and an artist roster that ranges in age from 22 to 78, and has won three Grammy Awards and an astonishing 48 nominations, as well as over 150 Blues Music Awards and over 115 Living Blues Awards; and Whereas Alligator Records has been a driving force in support of Chicago blues and blues music worldwide, and a glowing example of our country’s rich tradition of musical and entrepreneurial spirit: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) honors Alligator Records on 50 years of business and celebrates the American cultural legacy of Chicago blues music; (2) encourages the United States Government to take all necessary steps to preserve and advance the art form of Chicago blues music; (3) recommits itself to ensuring that recording labels like Alligator Records and their artists receive fair protection under the copyright laws of the United States for their contributions to culture in the United States; and (4) reaffirms the status of Chicago blues as a unique national treasure.

Summary: This resolution honors Alligator Records on 50 years of business and celebrates the American cultural legacy of Chicago blues music. The resolution encourages the U.S. government to take all necessary steps to preserve and advance the art form of Chicago blues music.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the enhancement of unity in America.

Whereas, on June 18, 2015, the United States Supreme Court correctly concluded in Walker III v. Texas Division, Sons of Confederate Veterans, Inc. (No. 14–144) that messages on State license plates constitute government speech Whereas the Court also held that it is within the authority of a State such as Texas to reject messages on State-issued license plates, such as a depiction of the Confederate battle flag, that offend the sensibilities of its citizens; Whereas divisive symbols, license plates, specialty license plates, replicas, and flags on public buildings or government property, which constitute government speech Whereas the role of government is to promote equal protection under the Constitution and combat fear, oppression, and intimidation; Whereas these divisive symbols have historically targeted and perpetuated fear, oppression, and intimidation of certain groups of Americans; Whereas the continued existence of these divisive symbols as government speech Whereas the United States can only be a perfect union where all are and feel equally protected under the law; and Whereas equal protection under the law promotes a more perfect union, fairness, tolerance, peace, and a sense of community oneness, all unalienable rights enshrined in the Constitution: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States can achieve a more perfect union— (1) through avoidance of government speech (2) by immediately abating the use of government speech (3) by promoting tolerance and unity by taking actions to ensure that government speech

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States can achieve a more perfect union: through avoidance of "government speech" (as the state of Texas did in Walker III v. Texas Division, Sons of Confederate Veterans, Inc.) that promotes or displays symbols, signs, and vestiges of racism, oppression, and intimidation; by abating the use of government speech through signs, actions, and words that promote division and tear at the fabric of American society; and by taking actions to ensure that government speech does not foster division, disharmony, intolerance through government-issued or sponsored flags, signs, images, or other symbols.
Expressing support for the designation of July 30, 2018, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".

National Whistleblower Appreciation Day Whereas, in 1777, before the passage of the Bill of Rights, 10 sailors and marines blew the whistle on misconduct that was harmful to the United States; Whereas the Continental Congress unanimously supported the whistleblowers in words and deeds, including by releasing Government records and authorizing payment for legal expenses incurred by the whistleblowers incurred in defending against a retaliatory criminal libel lawsuit brought against them; Whereas, on July 30, 1778, in demonstration of their full support for whistleblowers, the Members of the Continental Congress unanimously enacted the first whistleblower legislation in the United States that read: Resolved, That it is the duty of all persons in the service of the United States, as well as all other the inhabitants thereof, to give the earliest information to Congress or other proper authority of any misconduct, frauds or misdemeanors committed by any officers or persons in the service of these states, which may come to their knowledge Whereas whistleblowers risk their careers, jobs, and reputations by reporting waste, fraud, and abuse to the proper authorities; Whereas in providing the proper authorities with lawful disclosures, whistleblowers save the taxpayers of the United States billions of dollars each year and serve the public interest by ensuring that the United States remains an ethical and safe place; and Whereas it is the public policy of the United States to encourage, in accordance with Federal law (including the Constitution of the United States, rules, and regulations) and consistent with the protection of classified information (including sources and methods of detection of classified information), honest and good faith reporting of misconduct, fraud, misdemeanors, and other crimes to the appropriate authority at the earliest time possible: Now, therefore, be it That the House— (1) designates National Whistleblower Appreciation Day (2) ensures that the Federal Government implements the intent of the Founding Fathers, as reflected in the legislation enacted on July 30, 1778, by encouraging each executive agency to recognize National Whistleblower Appreciation Day by— (A) informing employees, contractors working on behalf of United States taxpayers, and members of the public about the legal right of a United States citizen to blow the whistle (B) acknowledging the contributions of whistleblowers to combating waste, fraud, abuse, and violations of laws and regulations of the United States.

Summary: Designates National Whistleblower Appreciation Day.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress must completely and unequivocally condemn violence, lawlessness, and rioting from all individuals and groups, regardless of ideology or political affiliation.

Whereas, in 2020 and 2021 in cities throughout the United States, over 9,000 demonstrations, many of them violent and destructive, some amounting to domestic terrorism, took place, injuring hundreds and claiming more than 30 American lives, inflicting over $1,000,000,000 in damages and stolen goods, destroying Federal buildings and property, and displaying a willful disregard for the rule of law: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes that Federal law enforcement, Federal property, and citizens’ rights must be protected; (2) urges political leaders on both sides of the aisle to immediately condemn all violent protests and criminal behavior associated with rioting; (3) commands justice, order, and domestic tranquility across the country be restored immediately; and (4) supports the Attorney General in prosecuting all individuals actively engaged in rioting to the fullest extent of the law.

Summary: This resolution recognizes that federal law enforcement, federal property, and citizens' rights must be protected. It also urges political leaders to condemn violent protests and criminal behavior associated with rioting and supports the prosecution of individuals who actively engaged in rioting.
Supporting the designation of September 19, 2022, as "National Stillbirth Prevention Day", recognizing tens of thousands of American families that have endured a stillbirth, and seizing the opportunity to keep other families from experiencing the same tragedy.

National Stillbirth Prevention Day Whereas, 23,000 pregnancies in the United States end in stillbirth each year, and the COVID–19 pandemic has exacerbated the crisis; Whereas racial disparities persist in birth outcomes, with Black, Hispanic, and Indigenous families at the greatest risk of losing a baby to stillbirth; Whereas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the annual number of stillbirths far exceeds the number of deaths among children under 15 years of age due to sudden infant death syndrome, car accidents, drowning, guns, fire, poison, and flu combined; Whereas, in the last 2 decades, the stillbirth rate in the United States declined by a negligible 0.4 percent, and in a report published by the World Health Organization comparing progress in improving stillbirth rates, the United States ranked 183 out of 195 countries; Whereas stillbirths are devastating and have a profound and lifelong impact on the families who endure them; Whereas stillbirth is linked to an increased risk of maternal mortality; Whereas, with increased awareness and better data collection, the United States will be able to better understand why stillbirths in the United States are happening at an alarming rate and identify what can be done to combat this crisis; Whereas proven stillbirth prevention efforts have the power to save a minimum of 7,500 babies every year from preventable stillbirth in the United States, and innovations in stillbirth prevention could save thousands of additional families in the United States from the heartache of losing a baby each year; Whereas recognizing National Stillbirth Prevention Day Whereas National Stillbirth Prevention Day That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Stillbirth Prevention Day (2) understands the importance of advancing evidence-based prevention efforts; and (3) requests that the President issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe National Stillbirth Prevention Day with appropriate awareness programs and activities.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for National Stillbirth Prevention Day.
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Select Committee on Economic Disparity and Fairness in Growth.

1. Amounts for committee expenses For the expenses of the Select Committee on Economic Disparity and Fairness in Growth (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the Select Committee 2. Session limitations Of the amount specified in section 1— (1) not more than $1,500,000 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning on the date of the adoption of this resolution and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2022; and (2) not more than $2,000,000 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2022, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2023. 3. Vouchers Payments under this resolution shall be made on vouchers authorized by the Select Committee, signed by the Chairman of the Select 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: This resolution provides amounts for the expenses of the House Select Committee on Economic Disparity and Fairness in Growth for the 117th Congress.
Urging the Government of Nigeria to move forward expeditiously with national general elections.

Whereas regularly scheduled elections are one of the hallmarks of a democratic form of government; Whereas Nigeria, since its independence in 1960, has adhered to democratic political traditions and processes; Whereas Nigeria is one of the largest and fastest growing free market economies on the African continent; Whereas the Government of Nigeria has been dealing with challenges relating to the terrorist group, Boko Haram; Whereas the armed forces of the Government of Nigeria has substantial military expertise and is professional, well-trained and equipped, and capable of maintaining peace and good order throughout the country; Whereas the people of Nigeria can expect that the national general elections will be conducted in a safe and secure environment and that all persons exercising their right to vote will be protected by the Nigerian Government’s military and civilian authorities; Whereas it would set a bad precedent to reward terrorists by delaying national elections; and Whereas delaying an election deprives voters of their right to select leaders of their choosing: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) calls upon the Government of Nigeria to hold its national general election on the date and time now scheduled; (2) expresses its solidarity with the people of Nigeria and their aspirations for free and fair elections; and (3) supports efforts of the United States Government to provide security assistance and training to the Government of Nigeria to help achieve the international goal of combating, defeating, and eliminating the national security threat presented by the terrorist group, Boko Haram, and other groups that pose threats to the democratic process and the right of Nigerians to cast their votes in a free and fair national general election.

Summary: Calls upon the government of Nigeria to hold its national general election as scheduled. Expresses solidarity with the people of Nigeria and their aspirations for free and fair elections. Supports U.S. efforts to provide security assistance and training to Nigeria to help eliminate the national security threat presented by the terrorist group Boko Haram and other groups that threaten the democratic process and the right of Nigerians to vote in a free and fair national election.
Celebrating the heritage of Romani Americans.

Whereas the Romani people trace their ancestry to the Indian subcontinent; Whereas Roma have been a part of European immigration to the United States since the colonial period and particularly following the abolition of the enslavement of Roma in the historic Romanian principalities; Whereas Roma live across the world and throughout the United States; Whereas the Romani people have made distinct and important contributions in many fields including agriculture, art, crafts, literature, medicine, military service, music, sports, and science; Whereas, on April 8, 1971, the First World Romani Congress met in London, bringing Roma together from across Europe and the United States with the goal of promoting transnational cooperation among Roma in combating social marginalization and building a positive future for Roma everywhere; Whereas April 8 is therefore celebrated globally as International Roma Day; Whereas Roma were victims of genocide carried out by Nazi Germany and its Axis partners, and an estimated 200,000 to 500,000 Romani people were killed by Nazis and their allies across Europe during World War II; Whereas, on the night of August 2–3, 1944, the so-called Gypsy Family Camp Whereas 2019 is the 75th anniversary of that tragic event; Whereas many countries are taking positive steps to remember and teach about the genocide of Roma by Nazi Germany and its Axis partners; and Whereas the United States Congress held its first hearing to examine the situation of Roma in 1994: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) remembers the genocide of Roma by Nazi Germany and its Axis partners and commemorates the 75th anniversary of the destruction of the Gypsy Family Camp (2) commends the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum for its role in promoting remembrance of the Holocaust and educating about the genocide of Roma; (3) supports International Roma Day as an opportunity to honor the culture, history, and heritage of the Romani people in the United States as part of the larger Romani global diaspora; and (4) welcomes the Department of State’s participation in ceremonies and events celebrating International Roma Day and similar engagement by the United States Government.

Summary: This resolution expresses remembrance for the genocide of Roma by Nazi Germany and its Axis partners and commemorates the 75th anniversary of the destruction of the "Gypsy Family Camp" where Romani people were interned at Auschwitz. The resolution commends the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum for its role in promoting the remembrance of the Holocaust and education about the genocide of Roma. The resolution also expresses support for International Roma Day as an opportunity to honor the culture, history, and heritage of the Romani people in the United States.