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Of inquiry directing the Secretary of Agriculture to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the mineral withdrawal within the Superior National Forest.

That the Secretary of Agriculture 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 any document, memorandum, correspondence, and other communication or any portion of any such communication, that refers or relates to the mineral withdrawal within the Superior National Forest and composition of the Duluth Complex, including the following: (1) All documents and communications relating to the minerals found within the Duluth complex, including but not limited to— (A) any reference to the amount of copper or recognized critical minerals found; and (B) any reference to minerals needed for infrastructure, renewable energy, or electric vehicle production. (2) All documents and communications referring or relating to initiating the mineral withdrawal process within Superior National Forest. (3) All documents and communications relating to the impact of the mineral withdrawal on Twin Metals operation, including but not limited to— (A) any reference to preventing production of minerals; (B) any reference to union project labor agreements; and (C) any reference to the loss of economic benefits at the State and local level. (4) All documents and communications relating to the impact of the two-year pause on mineral activity in Superior National Forest while the mineral withdrawal application is considered, including but not limited to— (A) any reference to national security implications; (B) any reference to mineral supply chain stability implications; (C) any reference to increased dependence on foreign minerals; and (D) any reference to the economic losses at the State and local level. (5) Any meeting or communication that occurred between Secretary Tom Vilsack, or his representative, and environmental advocacy groups referring or relating to the mineral withdrawal application in Superior National Forest. (6) All documents and communications referring or related to the U.S. Forest Service’s Environmental Assessment recommending a mineral withdrawal in the Superior National Forest.

Summary: This resolution directs the Department of Agriculture to transmit to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of any document, memorandum, correspondence, and other communication or any portion of any such communication, that refers or relates to the mineral withdrawal within the Superior National Forest in Minnesota and the composition of the Duluth Complex.
Expressing support for the designation of March 3, 2019, as World Hearing Day.

Whereas the sense of hearing plays a critical role in communication and personal and professional relationships, overall health outcomes, psychological well-being, education, and safety; Whereas hearing loss has been tied to impaired communication, learning and academic delays, economic loss, falls, depression, isolation, and cognitive decline; Whereas hearing loss can be a symptom of an underlying treatable medical condition, including infections, tumors, otosclerosis, ototoxicity, and Ménière’s disease; Whereas noise-induced hearing loss is a preventable and significant, often unrecognized, health problem among United States adults and adolescents; Whereas a hearing health care team may include oto­lar­yn­gol­o­gists, audiologists, and hearing-aid specialists; Whereas a comprehensive hearing evaluation includes a comprehensive assessment, rehabilitation through use of hearing aids and other devices, and counseling by educated and trained professionals; Whereas World Hearing Day, founded by the World Health Organization, is observed annually on March 3 to raise awareness on how to prevent deafness and hearing loss and promote ear and hearing care across the world; and Whereas the theme of World Hearing Day 2019 is Check Your Hearing That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of World Hearing Day; (2) recognizes the importance of the prevention of hearing loss through self-protective behaviors; and (3) recognizes the importance of patient access to early detection and intervention by health care professionals in the process of identification, treatment, and rehabilitation of hearing loss.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of World Hearing Day. It also recognizes the importance of preventing hearing loss through self-protective behavior and the importance of patient access to early detection and intervention by health care professionals in the process of identification, treatment, and rehabilitation of hearing loss.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to the participation of members from certain countries in the decision-making processes of the International Olympic Committee.

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the International Olympic Committee should remove from the International Olympic Committee Executive Board, and revoke the privileges of participation during sessions or any other decision-making processes of, members from any country a current government official or entity of which— (A) is actively subject to sanctions imposed pursuant to the authorities under the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act ( 22 U.S.C. 2656 (B) was subject to such sanctions at any time during the 7-year period ending on the date of such adoption; and (2) no member should be permitted to join the International Olympic Committee Executive Board or participate in future sessions or decision-making processes of the International Olympic Committee if such member is from a country a current government official or entity of which meets the criteria described in subparagraph (A) or (B) with respect to the date of the anticipated joining or participation of such member.

Summary: This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) should remove from the International Olympic Committee Executive Board certain countries that are subject to sanctions for human rights violations and bars such countries from participating in the IOC's decision-making processes.
Supporting the designation of September 17, 2021, as "National Physician Suicide Awareness Day" to raise awareness of, and promote a national discussion about, physician suicide and to reduce the stigma of mental health issues.

National Physician Suicide Awareness Day Whereas, prior to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID–19) pandemic, numerous health care workers suffered from work-related burnout and depression; Whereas physicians work under intense pressure and are exposed to trauma on the job; Whereas the suicide rate among— (1) male physicians is 1.41 times higher than the general male population; and (2) female physicians is even more pronounced, being 2.27 times higher than the general female population; Whereas physicians, nurses, and allied health providers serving on the frontlines of the COVID–19 pandemic are under a critically high degree of stress and burnout; Whereas shortages of personal protective equipment, difficult working conditions, burdensome administrative tasks, long hours, grief over losing patients, and watching the families of patients suffer added a layer of extreme stress for many frontline workers; Whereas mental health and physical health are equally important components of overall health; Whereas there are structural barriers in place that discourage self-care and mental health help-seeking behaviors among physicians; and Whereas a day of public awareness and education campaigns to shine a light on the tragedy of physician suicide is held on September 17 each year: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals of National Physician Suicide Awareness Day to bring national attention to the mental health crisis affecting physicians in the United States; (2) dedicates a day of reflection to honor the memory of physicians who have died by suicide; (3) recognizes the need for greater research into understanding and addressing the issue of physician suicide, including the barriers to treatment, help-seeking behaviors to address burnout, and mental care options to prevent physician suicide; and (4) encourages the President to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe National Physician Suicide Awareness Day with appropriate awareness and educational activities.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the goals of National Physician Suicide Awareness Day.
Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "Arthritis Awareness Month".

Arthritis Awareness Month Whereas arthritis includes more than 100 rheumatic diseases and conditions that affect joints, tissues that surround joints, and other connective tissue; Whereas arthritis is a chronic health problem that is the Nation’s leading cause of physical disability in the United States and is most common among people with multiple chronic conditions; Whereas arthritis causes pain and loss of movement, can limit everyday activities such as walking and dressing, and can even lead to death; Whereas arthritis affects nearly 60,000,000 adults in the United States living with some form of doctor-diagnosed arthritis, representing 24.1 percent of adults in the United States; Whereas an estimated 300,000 children under 18 years of age have a form of arthritis or rheumatic conditions, representing approximately 1 in every 250 children in the United States; Whereas arthritis costs the United States economy more than $304,000,000,000 each year, $140,000,000,000 in direct medical care costs, and $164,000,000,000 in lost wages; Whereas 25,700,000 individuals in the United States have some activity limitations due to their arthritis, and of people with arthritis, 1 in 4 has a work limitation; and Whereas 1 out of every 3 United States veterans lives with arthritis because it is the top cause of disability among veterans, and research supporting better prevention strategies, interventions, and treatments is crucial to reducing the number of and veterans suffering from arthritis: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes Arthritis Awareness Month (2) understands the extent of, and sympathizes with, the severity of the impact of arthritis on the Nation; (3) recognizes the efforts of the Arthritis Foundation to improve access to care; and (4) recognizes the Arthritis Foundation’s 75th anniversary.

Summary: This resolution recognizes Arthritis Awareness Month and the 75th anniversary of the Arthritis Foundation.
Of inquiry requesting the President to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the use of authorities, personnel, and capabilities of the intelligence community to conduct domestic activities unrelated to foreign intelligence.

That the President is requested 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 President and refer or relate to the use of authorities, personnel, and capabilities of the intelligence community to conduct domestic activities unrelated to foreign intelligence. December 13, 2022 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: This resolution requests the President to provide the House of Representatives any documents and information about the use of authorities, personnel, and capabilities of the intelligence community to conduct domestic activities unrelated to foreign intelligence.
Condemning former President Donald J. Trump's calls to terminate the Constitution on the basis of false allegations of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 Presidential election.

Whereas, on December 3, 2022, former President Donald J. Trump posted to the Truth Social media platform, So, with the revelation of MASSIVE & WIDESPREAD FRAUD & DECEPTION in working closely with Big Tech Companies, the DNS, & the Democrat Party, do you throw the Presidential Election Results of 2020 OUT and declare the RIGHTFUL WINNER, or do you have a NEW ELECTION? A Massive Fraud of this type and magnitude allows for the termination of all rules, regulations, and articles, even those found in the Constitution. Our great Founders Whereas former President Trump’s false allegations of massive and widespread voter fraud in the 2020 Presidential election have not been substantiated; Whereas more than 60 lawsuits filed by former President Trump, the Trump campaign, or other entities on his behalf challenging the 2020 Presidential election or its outcome have been lost or dismissed in various Federal and State courts; Whereas former President Trump used these false allegations in a social media post as the basis to call for the termination of the rules, regulations, and articles Whereas the Constitution is a sacrosanct document that guarantees the rule of law and free and equal elections in the United States; and Whereas calls for the termination of the Constitution in response to losing a legitimately conducted Federal election are undemocratic: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) condemns former President Donald J. Trump for calling for the termination of the rules, regulations, and articles found in the Constitution on the basis of false allegations of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 Presidential election; (2) finds that calls to terminate the Constitution are undemocratic, undermine United States institutions, and run contrary to our values as a Nation; and (3) reaffirms that the Constitution is a sacred document that cannot be overturned simply on the basis of a candidate disagreeing with the results of a legitimate election.

Summary: This resolution condemns former President Trump for calling for the termination of the rules, regulations, and articles found in the Constitution on the basis of false allegations of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 presidential election.
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Energy and Commerce in the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress.

1. Amounts for Committee Expenses For the expenses of the Committee on Energy and Commerce (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the Committee 2. Session Limitations Of the amount specified in section 1— (1) not more than $10,265,721 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 $10,265,721 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 Energy and Commerce for the 115th Congress.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 678) to authorize all Bureau of Reclamation conduit facilities for hydropower development under Federal Reclamation law, and for other purposes.

That at any time after the 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. 678) to authorize all Bureau of Reclamation conduit facilities for hydropower development under Federal Reclamation law, 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 one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Natural Resources. 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: (1) those received for printing in the portion of the Congressional Record designated for that purpose in clause 8 of rule XVIII dated at least one day before the day of consideration of the amendment; and (2) pro forma amendments for the purpose of debate. Each amendment so received may be offered only by the Member who caused it to be printed or a designee and shall be considered as read if printed. 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. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 678) to authorize all Bureau of Reclamation conduit facilities for hydropower development under Federal Reclamation law.
Honoring the lives of fallen Missouri police officers and expressing condolences to their families.

Whereas police officers, sheriffs and deputies, and other law enforcement officers serve and protect their communities with honor and sacrifice; Whereas all individuals in law enforcement put their lives on the line while serving and protecting their local communities; Whereas when violent crime increases, law enforcement officers and the communities they serve are directly impacted; Whereas, in the month of March 2022, Missouri experienced violent attacks against police officers, especially in rural areas; Whereas, in a 20-day period, 6 police officers in Missouri were shot in the line of duty, 3 of whom suffered injuries that were fatal; and Whereas these fallen officers include— (1) Corporal Benjamin Lee Cooper of the Joplin Police Department, who passed away in the line of duty on March 8, 2022, after attempting to take a suspect into custody; (2) Police Officer Jake Alexander Reed of the Joplin Police Department, who passed away from injuries sustained in the line of duty on March 11, 2022, after attempting to take a suspect into custody; and (3) Patrolman Lane Anthony Burns of the Bonne Terre Police Department, who passed away in the line of duty on March 17, 2022, after responding to a disturbance: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses deep condolences for the Missouri police officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty; (2) recognizes the countless selfless and heroic actions carried out by local law enforcement officers; (3) expresses strong support for police officers and law enforcement officers in rural areas and across the United States that serve and protect their local communities; (4) recognizes the need to ensure that rural law enforcement departments have the proper equipment, training, and resources necessary to protect officers and the individuals in the communities they serve; (5) acknowledges the importance of honoring and remembering fallen police and local law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty; and (6) expresses condolences to the loved ones of each law enforcement officer across the United States who has made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty and whose sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Summary: This resolution expresses deep condolences for the Missouri police officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
Recognizing the campaign of genocide against the Kurdish people in Iraq.

Whereas during the regime of Saddam Hussein, Iraq conducted a campaign of genocide against its Kurdish community, known collectively as the al-Anfal Campaign; Whereas the campaign of genocide against Iraq’s Kurdish community included the deportation and disappearances of Kurds in the 1970s and 1980s and the use of chemical weapons in the late 1980s, most notably at Halabja; Whereas during this campaign of genocide almost 200,000 Kurds perished or disappeared, families were torn apart, and 4,500 villages were destroyed between 1976 and 1988; Whereas this year marks the 25th anniversary of the attacks at Halabja when Iraqi planes used poison gas to kill thousands of Iraqi Kurds in gross violation of the international conventions against the use of chemical weapons; Whereas on March 12, 2013, the British Parliament passed a resolution recognizing the campaign of genocide against the Iraqi Kurds; and Whereas recognition of the campaign of genocide against the Iraqi Kurds by the United States Government will send to the world a message of support for human rights: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) deplores the campaign of genocide that was launched against the Kurdish people in Iraq; (2) calls on the United States Government to recognize the campaign of genocide that was committed against the Kurdish people in Iraq; and (3) reaffirms its commitment to the friendship between the United States and the Kurdish people in Iraq.

Summary: Calls on the U.S. government to recognize the campaign of genocide launched against the Kurdish people in Iraq. Reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to the friendship between the United States and the Kurdish people in Iraq.
Calling for the immediate resignation of President Joseph R. Biden, Jr.

Whereas the Biden administration’s withdrawal of United States citizens, United States military personnel, and Afghan allies from Afghanistan has been an abysmal failure; Whereas the Biden administration’s withdrawal from Afghanistan has jeopardized the safety of, and in some cases directly resulted in the death of, United States citizens, United States armed servicemembers, and Afghan civilians; Whereas the Biden administration’s conduct of the withdrawal from Afghanistan has led to international condemnation of the United States, including from our allies; Whereas the Biden administration’s conduct of the withdrawal has diminished the United States standing on the international stage, allowing adversaries such as Russia and China to call into question the United States ability to fulfill its military and defense commitments; Whereas the Biden administration allowed billions of taxpayer dollars in military equipment to fall into the hands of the Taliban, including small arms, body armor, land vehicles, helicopters, and drones; Whereas the Biden administration has jeopardized the safety of United States citizens and Afghan allies stranded in Afghanistan by willingly sharing their identities with Taliban officials; Whereas the actions laid out above constitute a severe dereliction of duty and a failure to fulfill the oaths of office taken by President Biden; and Whereas these failures have created a permanent rupture of trust between this military chain of command and the American people and our allies: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that President Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr., immediately resign from office.

Summary: This resolution calls for the immediate resignation of President Biden.