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Recognizing the 146th anniversary of the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution of the United States.

Whereas February 3, 2016, is the 146th anniversary of the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution of the United States; Whereas the 15th amendment prohibits the government from denying a citizen the right to vote based on race; and Whereas it is important to continue to ensure the ability of all United States citizens to participate fully in the electoral process: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the 146th anniversary of the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution of the United States; and (2) acknowledges the significance of the 15th amendment and continues to support its goals and ideals.

Summary: Recognizes the 146th anniversary of the ratification of the Fifteenth Amendment, which prohibits the government from denying a citizen the right to vote on the basis of race. Acknowledges the significance of the Fifteenth Amendment and continues to support its goals and ideals.
Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable John Lewis.

That the House has heard with profound sorrow of the death of the Honorable John Lewis, a Representative from the State of Georgia. That a committee of such Members of the House as the Speaker may designate, together with such Members of the Senate as may be joined, be appointed to attend the funeral. That the Sergeant-at-Arms of the House be authorized and directed to take such steps as may be necessary for carrying out the provisions of these resolutions and that the necessary expenses in connection therewith be paid out of applicable accounts of the House. That the Clerk communicate these resolutions to the Senate and transmit a copy thereof to the family of the deceased. That when the House adjourns today, it adjourn as a further mark of respect to the memory of the deceased. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution declares that (1) the House of Representatives has heard with profound sorrow of the death of the Honorable John Lewis, a Representative of Georgia; and (2) when the House adjourns on July 20, 2020, it adjourn as a further mark of respect to the memory of the deceased.
Expressing support for the designation of April 18, 2024, as "National Amateur Radio Operators Day".

National Amateur Radio Operators Day Whereas amateur radio, or ham radio Whereas amateur radio is the oldest form of wireless digital communications; Whereas amateur radio has played an invaluable role in developing new forms of electronic communications; Whereas amateur radio offers individuals a chance to learn new technological skills; Whereas groups, such as Youngsters On the Air (YOTA), are working to ensure that there is a next generation of amateur radio operators; Whereas amateur radio groups and amateur radio clubs across the Nation provide communities an important way to communicate with one another; Whereas the amateur radio operator’s code contains as a major principle ideals that are important to country and community; Whereas a key purpose of amateur radio is to have a group of skilled volunteers to assist emergency responders in the event of a disaster; Whereas members of the amateur radio community, such as the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES), have provided invaluable emergency communications services following recent natural disasters, including by helping coordinate disaster relief efforts following Hurricanes Katrina, Wilma, and Maria and other extreme weather disasters; Whereas, on April 18, 1925, the first International Amateur Radio Union was formed in Paris; and Whereas April 18, 2024, would be an appropriate day for the celebration of National Amateur Radio Operators Day That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Amateur Radio Operators Day (2) recognizes the continuing importance of amateur radio operators and their role in bringing communities together in times of need.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation and celebration of National Amateur Radio Operators Day.
Recognizing Hispanic Restaurant Week and the contributions of Hispanic restaurant owners and employees to the restaurant industry.

Whereas Hispanic Restaurant Week is celebrated Whereas, in 2020, the Bureau of Census estimated that 41,817 owners of accommodation and food service businesses were Hispanic; Whereas the restaurant industry plays a significant role in the economy of the United States as the second-largest private sector employer in the United States; Whereas 25.1 percent of workers in the restaurant industry are Hispanic; Whereas, according to the 2021 State of Latino Entrepreneurship report, published by the Stanford Graduate School of Business, during the last decade, Hispanic entrepreneurs have started small businesses, including restaurants, at a higher rate than any other demographic; Whereas, of the nearly 5,000,000 Hispanic-owned businesses in the United States, the restaurant industry has the second highest number of Hispanic owners; Whereas 8 in 10 restaurant owners started their restaurant industry careers in entry-level positions; Whereas 63 percent of adults in the United States have worked in the restaurant industry, making it the Nation’s training ground Whereas the restaurant industry employs more minority managers than any other industry: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) celebrates Hispanic Restaurant Week; and (2) acknowledges— (A) the contributions of Hispanic owners and staff of the restaurant industry to the United States economy; and (B) the fact that the restaurant industry provides restaurant owners, chefs, dishwashers, and other staff the opportunity to work hard, persevere, support their families, and live the American Dream.

Summary: This resolution celebrates Hispanic Restaurant Week.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Defense should review section 504 of title 10, United States Code, for purposes related to enlisting certain aliens in the Armed Forces.

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Defense should review section 504 of title 10, United States Code, for the purpose of making a determination and authorization pursuant to subsection (b)(2) of such section regarding the enlistment in the Armed Forces of an alien who possesses an employment authorization document issued under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program of the Department of Homeland Security established pursuant to the memorandum of the Secretary of Homeland Security dated June 15, 2012.

Summary: This resolution urges the Department of Defense to review exceptions to citizenship, residency, and disqualification standards for enlistment in the Armed Forces to make a determination regarding the enlistment of aliens who possess an employment authorization document issued under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program established by the Department of Homeland Security on June 15, 2012.
Recognizing the historic significance of the "Betsy Ross Flag", a symbolic representation of America's revolutionary period and our Nation's commitment to freedom and unity.

Betsy Ross Flag Whereas legend credits Elizabeth Griscom Ross, popularly known as Betsy Ross, with the creation of the new American Nation’s 13-starred flag; Whereas Betsy Ross was born on January 1, 1752, in the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Whereas Betsy Ross’ first husband, John Ross, perished while serving as a member of the Pennsylvania militia during the American Revolutionary War, leaving Betsy Ross a widow at the age of 24; Whereas Betsy Ross, a seamstress, worked as a flag maker during the war, and according to legend, met with General George Washington to complete a design for a flag of the United States; Whereas such flag designs have been popularly called the Betsy Ross Flag; Whereas Betsy Ross has been recognized as an important historical and cultural figure, and her legacy has been associated with patriotic causes and the fight for the equal rights of women; Whereas the Betsy Ross Flag has been presented at numerous historical, cultural, and political events of great significance, including America’s Bicentennial celebration and Presidential inaugural ceremonies; Whereas the United States Postal Service commissioned a commemorative stamp in 1952 to honor the 200th anniversary of the birth of Betsy Ross; and Whereas the Betsy Ross Flag continues to serve as a reminder of a new nation’s founding spirit and commitment to liberty, a commitment that continues to make the United States a beacon for freedom across the world: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives recognizes that the spirit of the Betsy Ross Flag should be celebrated and has served as an inspiration for the cause of freedom.

Summary: This resolution recognizes that the spirit of the Betsy Ross Flag should be celebrated and has served as an inspiration for the cause of freedom.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that United States law firms should not represent Iran in any judicial proceeding or other capacity to assist efforts of Iran to avoid paying compensation to victims of Iran-sponsored terrorism.

Whereas Iran has sponsored terrorism, including the 1996 Khobar Towers attacks, the 1983 Marine barracks bombing in Lebanon, the 1998 attacks on two United States Embassies in Africa, a 1990 assassination in New York City, and various other attacks; Whereas the 1983 Marine barracks bombing in Lebanon killed 220 Marines of the 1st Battalion, 8th Marines based in Camp Lejeune; Whereas section 502 of the Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act of 2012 allows assets of Iran held in the United States to be available for paying judgments relating to Iran-sponsored terrorism; and Whereas United States law firms represented Iran in Bank Markazi v. Peterson before the United States Supreme Court thus assisting efforts of Iran to avoid paying compensation to victims of Iran-sponsored terrorism: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that United States law firms should not represent Iran in any judicial proceeding or other capacity to assist efforts of Iran to avoid paying compensation to victims of Iran-sponsored terrorism.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that U.S. law firms should not represent Iran in any judicial proceeding or other capacity to assist Iranian efforts to avoid paying compensation to victims of Iran-sponsored terrorism.
Supporting the goals and ideals of the International Day of Non-Violence.

Whereas the United Nations General Assembly established the International Day of Non-Violence on June 15, 2007, to disseminate the message of non-violence, through means such as education and public awareness; Whereas, the United Nations General Assembly has stated that “non-violence, tolerance, full respect for all human rights and fundamental freedoms for all, democracy, development, mutual understanding and respect for diversity are interlinked and mutually reinforcing”; Whereas the annual International Day of Non-Violence celebration date, October 2, was chosen to commemorate the birthday of Mohandas K. Gandhi, more commonly known as “Mahatma”, which means “great soul”; Whereas Mahatma Gandhi was a world-renowned civil rights and spiritual leader, who experienced injustices early in life, and learned to embrace the principles of non-violence as a vehicle for social and political change; Whereas Mahatma Gandhi was influenced by religious teachings in Hinduism, Jainism, and Christianity in the development of his philosophy; Whereas Mahatma Gandhi was a major influence for Martin Luther King, Jr., whose emphasis on non-violence is credited with ushering in our Nation’s civil rights; and Whereas people around the world commemorate the International Day of Non-Violence by participating in volunteer projects as a way to give back to their communities: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of the International Day of Non-Violence; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe the International Day of Non-Violence with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities.

Summary: Expresses support for the goals and ideals of the International Day of Non-Violence.
Recognizing Centre College in Danville, Kentucky, for 200 years of leadership in higher education.

Whereas Centre College was conceived by a group of visionary Americans, including Isaac Shelby, a Revolutionary War hero and the first Governor of Kentucky; Ephraim McDowell, one of the fathers of modern surgery; and James Birney, a prominent abolitionist and two-time Presidential candidate; Whereas the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Kentucky granted a charter to Centre College in 1819; Whereas Centre College, which opened in one building housing two professors and five students, has grown to more than 1,400 students and 140 professors on a historic campus; Whereas Centre College has graduated two Vice Presidents of the United States, a Chief Justice and an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, 13 United States Senators, 44 United States Representatives, 11 Governors, and many more elected and appointed leaders at the national, State and local levels; Whereas Centre College today is recognized by leaders in academia and by national rankings as one of the leading liberal arts colleges in the United States; Whereas Centre College offers more than 50 majors, minors, preprofessional, and dual-degree programs; Whereas Centre College is a national leader in study abroad experiences, with 85 percent of students studying abroad at least once; Whereas the Centre College Colonels have 23 varsity athletic teams that participate in the Southern Athletic Association in Division III of the NCAA; and Whereas, for 200 years, Centre College has provided an exceptional liberal arts education with a proven track record for preparing students for lives of learning, leadership, and service: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes Centre College for 200 years of service as an institution of higher education; and (2) commends Centre College for its leadership and service to students, Kentucky, and the world.

Summary: This resolution commends Centre College in Danville, Kentucky, for 200 years of leadership and service to students.
Expressing support for designation of January 7, 2015, as "National Be Active at Work Day".

National Be Active at Work Day Whereas physical inactivity is a major contributor to the development of obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and other chronic diseases; Whereas sitting for long periods of time at work is a risk factor for obesity, cardiovascular disease, metabolic diseases, and other chronic conditions; Whereas less than 25 percent of jobs require physical activity and jobs that require primarily sedentary work have become increasingly common; Whereas exercise performed outside of work does not fully counteract the negative impacts of sitting all day; Whereas stair climbing burns calories at a high rate, enhances cardiovascular fitness, and promotes healthy lungs; Whereas walking throughout the day improves cardiovascular health, lowers the risk of obesity, and related diseases; Whereas stretching improves circulation, increases range of motion, and alleviates stress; Whereas individuals with physical disabilities can often participate in physical activity throughout the work day with minor modifications; Whereas all of these activities generally require no special equipment and can be performed by most people regardless of their fitness level; Whereas many people start the new year with resolutions to improve their health; Whereas there is a growing effort to encourage people to make small changes in their lives to improve their health; and Whereas January 7, 2015, would be an appropriate date to designate as National Be Active at Work Day That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Be Active at Work Day (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe the day with the appropriate activities.

Summary: Supports the designation of National Be Active at Work Day.
Expressing support for the Supreme Court's decision on Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization.

Whereas every person, born and unborn, has a right to life; Whereas Roe v. Wade invented a constitutional right to abortion out of thin air; Whereas Roe v. Wade’s one-size fits all mandate has prevented States from enforcing laws that would save countless lives; Whereas more than 63,000,000 unborn lives have been lost to abortion since Roe v. Wade; Whereas abortion restrictions in the United States are out of step with the international mainstream, as 47 out of 50 European nations limit elective abortion after 15 weeks; Whereas advancements in modern science and technology have revealed unborn babies have a heartbeat at 6 weeks, develop pain receptors at 7 weeks, have arms, fingers, and toes at 10 weeks, and have fully developed hearts at 15 weeks; Whereas help is available to expectant and new mothers and their babies, many times at little or no cost, through 2,700 pregnancy centers nationwide who provide services such as ultrasounds, diapers, baby outfits, STI/STD tests, parenting/prenatal education, maternity housing, and assistance in finding employment; Whereas a recent survey conducted by the Charlotte Lozier Institute shows that an estimated 828,131 lives have been saved by pregnancy resource centers since 2016; Whereas an opportunity to right the wrongs of Roe v. Wade was presented in the case Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization; and Whereas the Supreme Court in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization held that the Constitution does not confer a right to abortion. Roe and Casey must be overruled, and the authority to regulate abortion must be returned to the people and their elected representatives. That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the Supreme Court’s ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization; (2) applauds the courage of the Justices, in the face of intimidation and threats of violence, for standing by their allegiance to the Constitution and the legitimacy of the Supreme Court; and (3) commits itself to supporting policies that continue to protect all life, both born and unborn.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the Supreme Court's holding in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization (that there is no constitutional right to abortion). The resolution also applauds the courage of the Justices for standing by their allegiance to the Constitution and the legitimacy of the Supreme Court, and it expresses a commitment to supporting policies that continue to protect all life.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the need for Congress to have the power to implement and enforce limits on when money can be spent on campaign activities, and for other purposes.

1. Limiting the campaign season It is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) Congress should have the power to implement and enforce limits on when money can be spent on campaign activities; (2) registered candidates for Congressional elections should not be allowed to expend campaign funds on advertising more than 60 days before a primary or general election; (3) candidates for Congressional office, both incumbents and challengers, should not be allowed to solicit or collect campaign contributions during the hours in which Congress is in session; and (4) States should create a single Congressional primary date to increase voter education and participation.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: Congress should have the power to implement and enforce limits on when money can be spent on campaign activities; registered candidates for congressional elections should not be allowed to expend campaign funds on advertising more than 60 days before a primary or general election; congressional candidates, both incumbents and challengers, should not be allowed to solicit or collect contributions during the hours in which Congress is in session; and states should create a single congressional primary to increase voter education and participation.
Expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

Whereas motorcycling is a great American tradition enjoyed by an estimated 30 million people annually, representing approximately 9 percent of the population; Whereas motorcycles are a valuable component of the transportation mix; Whereas motorcycles are fuel-efficient and decrease congestion while having little impact on our Nation’s transportation infrastructure; Whereas the motorcycling community promotes rider safety education, licensing, and motorcycle awareness; Whereas the motorcycling community is committed to decreasing motorcycle crashes through training and safety education, personal responsibility, and increased public awareness; Whereas approximately 87 percent of motorcycles are operated on highways in conjunction with other vehicles; Whereas motorcyclist deaths occur more frequently than fatalities in passenger vehicles; Whereas motorcycle awareness is beneficial to all road users and will help decrease motorcycle accidents; and Whereas the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration promotes Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month to encourage riders to be properly licensed, receive training, wear personal protective equipment, and to remind all riders and motorists to always share the road: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month; (2) recognizes the contribution of motorcycles to the transportation mix; (3) encourages motorcycle awareness by all road users; (4) recognizes that motorcyclists have a right to the road and that all motorists should safely share the roadways; (5) encourages rider safety education, training, and proper gear for safe motorcycle operation; and (6) supports the goals of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

Summary: This resolution (1) expresses support for the designation of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month; (2) recognizes that motorcyclists have a right to the road and that all motorists should safely share the roadways; and (3) encourages rider safety education, training, and proper gear.
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Natural Resources in the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress.

1. Amounts for Committee Expenses For the expenses of the Committee on Natural Resources (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the Committee 2. Session Limitations Of the amount specified in section 1— (1) not more than $6,879,172 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 $6,879,172 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2018, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2019. 3. Vouchers Payments under this resolution shall be made on vouchers authorized by the Committee, signed by the Chairman of the Committee, and approved in the manner directed by the Committee on House Administration. 4. Regulations Amounts made available under this resolution shall be expended in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Committee on House Administration.

Summary: Provides amounts for expenses of the House Committee on Natural Resources for the 115th Congress.