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Recognizing the opening of the nonsectarian Museum of the Bible in Washington D.C. the only museum of its size and scope in the world devoted exclusively to the Bible.

Recognizing the opening of the nonsectarian Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C., the only museum of its size and scope in the world devoted exclusively to the Bible. Whereas the Bible has played a prominent role in the culture of the United States and has been a significant influence throughout the history of our Nation; Whereas, in 1956, Congress passed a Joint Resolution adopting In God We Trust Whereas, in 1982, Congress passed the Joint Resolution entitled Joint Resolution authorizing and requesting the President to proclaim 1983 as the Year of the Bible Public Law 97–280 has made a unique contribution in shaping the United States as a distinctive and blessed nation and people Whereas, on November 17, 2017, the Museum of the Bible opened a 430,000-square-foot nonprofit museum in Washington, D.C., 3 blocks from the Capitol, and will be free to all visitors; Whereas the Museum of the Bible is a nonsectarian institution that does not promote any faith or denomination; Whereas, in 2014, the architectural concept submission for the Museum of the Bible was approved by the Commission of Fine Arts, the local Washington, D.C., Advisory Neighborhood Commission, and the Historic Preservation Review Board, and the primary building of the Museum of the Bible was awarded historical status by the Historic Preservation Review Board; Whereas the Museum of the Bible will have 3 primary exhibit floors focused on the history, narrative, and impact of the Bible; Whereas the entrance to the Museum of the Bible will feature 2, 40-foot-tall bronze panels that contain the first lines of Genesis in Latin, as originally printed in the Gutenberg Bible, and art glass panels featuring a papyrus containing the 19th psalm; and Whereas the Museum of the Bible is an innovative, global, nonsectarian educational institution the purpose of which is to permit all people to engage with the Bible: Now, therefore, be it That Congress— (1) recognizes the opening of the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C., the first nonsectarian museum of its kind in the capital of the United States focused exclusively on the history, narrative, and impact of the Bible; and (2) commends the leadership, staff, scholars, designers, construction workers, and volunteers who worked tirelessly to realize the goal of opening a museum, free to the public, with the nonsectarian purpose of inviting all people to engage with the Bible

Summary: Recognizes the opening of the Museum of the Bible in Washington, DC.
Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Douglass.

Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Douglass. 1. Use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate 200th anniversary of birth of Frederick Douglass (a) Authorization Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center is authorized to be used on February 14, 2018, for an event to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Douglass. (b) Preparations Physical preparations for the conduct of the ceremony described in subsection (a) shall be carried out in accordance with such conditions as may be prescribed by the Architect of the Capitol. Clerk of the House of Representatives. Secretary of the Senate.

Summary: (Sec. 1) Authorizes Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center to be used on February 14, 2018, for an event to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Douglass.
Expressing support for the use of public-private partnerships to bring computer science education to more K-12 classrooms.

Expressing support for the use of public-private partnerships to bring computer science education to more K–12 classrooms. Whereas 9 in 10 parents want their child to study computer science, but only 40 percent of schools teach computer programming; Whereas low-income students and students from small towns and rural communities are less likely to attend a school that offers computer science programming; Whereas computing makes up two-thirds of all projected new jobs in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields; Whereas there are over 500,000 open computing jobs nationwide and such job openings are projected to grow at twice the rate of all other jobs; Whereas significant workforce shortages in computing fields, particularly in cybersecurity, can pose significant threats to our national security; and Whereas computing occupations are among the highest paying jobs for new graduates: Now, therefore, be it That the Congress expresses support for the use of public-private partnerships to bring computer science education to more K–12 classrooms throughout the country. Passed the House of Representatives December 18, 2017. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Expresses support for the use of public-private partnerships to bring computer science education to more primary and secondary schools.
Expressing support for strengthening engagement between the United States and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation.

Expressing support for strengthening engagement between the United States and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation. Whereas the United States and the other members of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (in this preamble referred to as APEC Whereas the Asia-Pacific region accounts for 41 percent of the world’s population, 54 percent of the world’s gross domestic product, and 44 percent of the world’s trade; Whereas expanding trade and investment between the United States and the Asia-Pacific region has created new commercial opportunities and jobs in the United States; Whereas United States businesses in the Asia-Pacific region face obstacles to doing business in the region as a result of tariff and nontariff barriers, including discriminatory policies and regulations; Whereas strengthening trade and investment between the United States and other APEC members and addressing tariff and nontariff barriers to United States exports has the potential to benefit United States businesses, manufacturers, farmers, ranchers, workers, and consumers; Whereas APEC was established as a regional economic forum to leverage the growing interdependence of the Asia-Pacific region to create greater prosperity for the people of the region and serves as a forum for the United States to address business concerns, promote high standards, and facilitate economic growth in the region; Whereas APEC contributes to United States economic policies that promote fairness, due process, and the rule of law by supporting trade rules embodied in the World Trade Organization (in this preamble referred to as the WTO Whereas the APEC Leaders’ Meeting in November 2017 in Da Nang, Vietnam, and preparatory meetings at the ministerial level, including the meeting in May 2017 of the APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade, provide important opportunities to demonstrate to the world the commitment of the United States to increasing prosperity and security in the Asia-Pacific region: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of Congress that— (1) the continuing success of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (in this resolution referred to as APEC (2) APEC should be a part of the diplomatic and economic strategy of the United States for the Asia-Pacific region; and (3) the United States should continue to engage APEC in promoting economic growth through the adoption of rules-based policies to strengthen trade and investment between the United States and other APEC members.

Summary: Expresses the sense of Congress that: the continuing success of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is in the national economic interest of the United States, APEC should be a part of the U.S. diplomatic and economic strategy for the Asia-Pacific region, and the United States should continue to engage APEC in promoting economic growth through the adoption of rules-based policies to strengthen trade and investment between the United States and other APEC members.
Expressing support for a month to be known as Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month and for other purposes.

Expressing support for a month to be known as Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month, and for other purposes. Whereas cystic fibrosis, commonly referred to as CF Whereas a defective gene causes the body to produce an abnormally thick, sticky mucus that clogs the lungs, and these secretions produce life-threatening lung infections and obstruct the pancreas, preventing digestive enzymes from reaching the intestines to help break down and absorb food; Whereas there are approximately 900 new cases of CF each year in the United States; Whereas infant blood screening to detect genetic defects is the most reliable and least costly method to identify individuals likely to have one of 1,800 different CF mu­ta­tions; Whereas early diagnosis of CF permits early treatment and enhances quality of life, longevity, and treatment; Whereas CF impacts families as well as patients because of the intense daily disease management protocols patients must endure; Whereas there are more than 120 world-class treatment centers with highly trained and dedicated providers in the United States that specialize in delivering high-quality, coordinated care for CF patients and their families; Whereas the number of adults with CF has steadily grown and the median age of survival for a person with CF is now nearly 40 years of age in the United States; Whereas innovative precision medicines and treatments have greatly improved and extended the lives of CF patients; and Whereas May would be an appropriate month to establish as Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month (2) congratulates the CF community for their unrelenting dedication to patients; (3) recognizes that the CF care delivery system can be a model for building better care coordination in the larger health care system; (4) acknowledges the tremendous investment and scientific achievements that have significantly improved CF patients’ lives; (5) urges researchers, developers, patients and providers to do everything possible to find a cure for this deadly disease; and (6) encourages the people of the United States to observe Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month

Summary: Supports the designation of Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month. (Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time.) Congratulates the cystic fibrosis community for their dedication to patients. Recognizes that the care delivery system for cystic fibrosis can be a model for care coordination. Acknowledges the investments and scientific achievements that have improved the lives of cystic fibrosis patients. Urges researchers, developers, patients, and providers to do everything possible to find a cure for this deadly disease.
Expressing the sense of Congress that public health professionals should be commended for their dedication and service to the United States on Public Health Thank You Day November 19 2018.

Expressing the sense of Congress that public health professionals should be commended for their dedication and service to the United States on Public Health Thank You Day, November 19, 2018. Whereas the health and safety of all people in the United States is the foundation of a functioning democracy and strong economy; Whereas emerging and reemerging zoonotic and infectious diseases pose an ongoing threat to the health of people in the United States; Whereas natural disasters and biological threats present a constant threat to the life, health, and safety of all people in the United States; Whereas poor air quality, poor water quality, inadequate sanitation, social determinants, and behavioral factors exacerbate disease; Whereas opioid addiction and opioid-related overdose death rates pose an intensifying threat in communities across the Nation; Whereas smoking rates have been nearly halved over the past 50 years, but smoking still takes 480,000 lives each year in the United States; Whereas obesity is one of the primary reasons one-third of young people between the ages of 17 and 24 are ineligible for military service; Whereas antimicrobial resistance affects 2 million people in the United States, and antibiotic-resistant infections lead to the deaths of at least 23,000 Americans each year; Whereas racial, ethnic, and geographical disparities in health and health care pose a significant challenge to the Nation’s strength, prosperity, and productivity; Whereas through research, surveillance and monitoring, prevention, health promotion, and other strategies, tools, disciplines and programs, public health professionals work tirelessly to reduce the burden of disease, and in so doing play a crucial role in enhancing quality of life and extending life expectancy; Whereas public health professionals work diligently to prevent infectious disease spillover and transmission, and address other persistent and emerging global health threats; Whereas first responders who put themselves in harm’s way to defend the public health are an invaluable resource to the United States and its citizens; and Whereas public health professionals have routinely proven their value in reducing and abating environmental threats such as lead poisoning, tracing and addressing food-borne illnesses, MRSA, and other disease outbreaks, and increasing awareness of healthy lifestyle choices: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of Congress that public health professionals in the United States are to be celebrated, commended, and thanked on Public Health Thank You Day for their profoundly important contributions to the Nation.

Summary: Expresses the sense of Congress that public health professionals are to be celebrated, commended, and thanked on Public Health Thank You Day for their profoundly important contributions to the nation.
Recognizing and commending the leadership patriotism and contributions of veterans service organizations and volunteers involved for their commitment and sacrifice to ensure veterans are laid to rest with the honor and ceremony they earned through selfless service to the people of the United States in the Armed Forces.

Recognizing and commending the leadership, patriotism, and contributions of veterans service organizations and volunteers involved for their commitment and sacrifice to ensure veterans are laid to rest with the honor and ceremony they earned through selfless service to the people of the United States in the Armed Forces. Whereas for nearly a century, veterans service organizations have served as a complementary and integral part of supporting members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their families; Whereas since their inception, veterans service organizations have proudly supported members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and the families of those who have served, volunteering millions of hours to provide honor and ceremony to those who have perished; Whereas veterans service organizations have representatives in all 50 States, territories, and abroad; and Whereas section 1491 of title 10, United States Code, as amended by section 578 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2000 ( Public Law 106–65 That Congress— (1) honors and recognizes the patriotism and countless contributions to the United States by generations of veterans service organizations; (2) commends members of veterans service organizations in the United States, territories, and abroad for their dedicated service to and support of members of the Armed Forces and veterans as well as their families and communities; (3) encourages the people of the United States to promote awareness of the contributions and dedication of members of veterans service organizations to members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their families; and (4) calls on the people of the United States to follow the noble example of the veterans service organizations and volunteer support and services to those who have selflessly served the United States.

Summary: Honors the patriotism of, and contributions to the United States by, generations of veterans service organizations. Commends members of such organizations for their dedicated service to, and support of, members of the Armed Forces. Calls on the people of the United States to follow the example of such organizations by volunteering support and services to those who have served this country.
Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust.

Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust. 1. Use of Emancipation Hall for Holocaust Days of Remembrance ceremony Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center is authorized to be used on April 9, 2018, for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance Passed the House of Representatives February 14, 2018. Karen L. Haas, Clerk

Summary: (Sec. 1) Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center on April 9, 2018, for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust.
Denouncing and opposing the violence xenophobia and bigotry that are promoted by White nationalists and neo-Nazis.

Denouncing and opposing the violence, xenophobia, and bigotry that are promoted by White nationalists and neo-Nazis. Whereas the horrific events that took place on August 12, 2017, in Charlottesville, Virginia, serve as yet another example that White nationalism and neo-Nazism present a very real threat to social and racial progress; Whereas White nationalism and White supremacy persist and are practically interchangeable; Whereas for centuries White nationalism has oppressed individuals solely on the basis of their race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, and immigration status; Whereas today White supremacy—also known as White nationalism—now self-identifies as the Alt-Right Whereas while free speech is a bedrock value for Americans, White nationalist and neo-Nazi groups promote agendas that are in irreconcilable conflict with our Nation's foundational principles of liberty and justice for all, and in many instances, incite hateful acts against minorities and historically persecuted individuals and groups; Whereas White nationalism and neo-Nazism are wicked menaces to societal progress and their followers seek to amplify oppression, eviscerate improvements in race relations, divide our Nation and our people, and foment hatred, classism, and ethnic eradication; and Whereas the White nationalist and neo-Nazi message of racial and social intolerance has led to senseless acts of violence that continue to terrorize members of ethnic and religious minority communities: Now, therefore, be it That the Congress— (1) strongly denounces and opposes the violence, xenophobia, and bigotry that are promoted by White nationalists and neo-Nazis; (2) urges our Nation’s Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to recognize White nationalist and neo-Nazi groups as terrorist organizations and to pursue the criminal elements of these domestic terrorist organizations in the same manner and with the same fervor used to protect the United States from other manifestations of terrorism; and (3) directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to the President, each Member of the Senate, and each Member of the House of Representatives.

Summary: Denounces and opposes the violence, xenophobia, and bigotry promoted by white nationalists and neo-Nazis. Urges federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to recognize white nationalist and neo-Nazi groups as terrorist organizations.
Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for the unveiling of the American Prisoners of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Chair of Honor.

Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for the unveiling of the American Prisoners of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Chair of Honor. 1. Use of Emancipation Hall for unveiling of American Prisoners of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Chair of Honor (a) Authorization Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center is authorized to be used for an event on November 8, 2017, to unveil the American Prisoners of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Chair of Honor. (b) Preparations Physical preparations for the conduct of the ceremony described in subsection (a) shall be carried out in accordance with such conditions as may be prescribed by the Architect of the Capitol.

Summary: Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for the unveiling of the American Prisoners of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Chair of Honor.
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the charitable contribution deduction.

Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the charitable contribution deduction. Whereas the deduction for charitable contributions is one of the oldest preferences in tax law; Whereas the evolution of a tax exemption related to charity and philanthropy began at the end of the 19th century during consideration of the Tariff Act of 1894; Whereas the Sixteenth Amendment to the Constitution was ratified in 1913 and allowed for Congress to tax income; Whereas following the ratification of the Sixteenth Amendment, Congress passed the Revenue Act of 1913 which established the income tax system and included an exemption for certain organizations; Whereas, on October 3, 1917, in response to United States entrance into and the need to finance World War I, the Congress passed the War Revenue Act of 1917; Whereas the War Revenue Act of 1917 included the first individual income tax deduction in order to ensure that philanthropic efforts continued; Whereas the charitable deduction empowers individuals to give of their personal income for the benefit of the public; Whereas individual contributions benefit the arts, humanities, religious institutions, education, human services, the environment, health programs, and many other sectors; Whereas philanthropy serves as a dynamic force to direct private resources toward addressing the difficult issues and evolving needs of society over a period of time, beyond a single act of good will; Whereas throughout the 20th century, Democratic and Republican administrations worked to establish what became the Combined Federal Campaign, which seeks to create and support Federal employees’ efforts to promote and support philanthropy; Whereas, in 2015, the largest source of charitable giving was from individual contributions; Whereas charitable endowments provide foundations and other philanthropic institutions with the flexibility to operate strategically and with a longer term focus for identifying innovative approaches for solving issues at the local, State, national, and international level; and Whereas philanthropy uniquely contributes to a thriving civil society as an essential partner to Government with deep roots and expansive networks in communities across the country and around the world: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring)— (1) reaffirms the importance of encouraging rather than diminishing philanthropic services which respond to the needs of communities; and (2) recognizes the 100th anniversary of the charitable contribution deduction.

Summary: Reaffirms the importance of encouraging rather than diminishing philanthropic services which respond to the needs of communities. Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the tax deduction for charitable contributions.