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Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Whereas public safety telecommunications professionals play a critical role in emergency response; Whereas the work that public safety telecommunications professionals perform goes far beyond simply relaying information between the public and first responders; Whereas, when responding to reports of missing, abducted, and sexually exploited children, the information obtained and actions taken by public safety telecommunications professionals form the foundation for an effective response; Whereas, when a hostage taker or suicidal individual calls 911, the first contact that individual has is with a public safety telecommunications professional, whose negotiation skills can prevent the situation from worsening; Whereas, during crises, public safety telecommunications professionals, while collecting vital information to provide situational awareness for responding officers (1) coach callers through first aid techniques; and (2) give advice to those callers to prevent further harm; Whereas the work done by individuals who serve as public safety telecommunications professionals has an extreme emotional and physical toll on those individuals, which is compounded by long hours and the around-the-clock nature of the job; Whereas public safety telecommunications professionals should be recognized by all levels of government for the lifesaving and protective nature of their work; Whereas major emergencies, including natural disasters and the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID19) pandemic, highlight the dedication of public safety telecommunications professionals and their important work in protecting the public and police, fire, and emergency medical officials; and Whereas public safety telecommunications professionals are often called as witnesses to provide important testimony in criminal trials: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week; (2) honors and recognizes the important and lifesaving contributions of public safety telecommunications professionals in the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to remember the value of the work performed by public safety telecommunications professionals.

Summary: This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, honors and recognizes the contributions of public safety telecommunications professionals, and encourages the people of the United States to remember the value of these contributions.
To authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of Jennifer Grappell v. Alberto M. Carvalho, et al.

To authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of Jennifer Grappell v. Alberto M. Carvalho, et al. Whereas, Senator Marco Rubio has been named as a defendant in the case of Jennifer Grappell v. Alberto M. Carvalho, et al. Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(1) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. 288b(a) and 288c(a)(1), the Senate may direct its counsel to defend Members of the Senate in civil actions relating to their official responsibilities: Now therefore, be it That the Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent Senator Rubio in the case of Jennifer Grappell v. Alberto M. Carvalho, et al.

Summary: This resolution authorizes the Senate Legal Counsel to represent Senator Marco Rubio in the case of Jennifer Grappell v. Alberto M. Carvalho, et al.
To authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of Shawn Musgrave v. Mark Warner and the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence.

To authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of Shawn Musgrave v. Mark Warner and the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Whereas, the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence and Senator Mark Warner, Chairman of the Committee, have been named as defendants in the case of Shawn Musgrave v. Mark Warner and the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(1) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. 288b(a) and 288c(a)(1), the Senate may direct its counsel to defend Committees and Members of the Senate in civil actions relating to their official responsibilities: Now therefore, be it That the Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent the Select Committee on Intelligence and Senator Warner in the case of Shawn Musgrave v. Mark Warner and the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence

Summary: This resolution authorizes Senate Legal Counsel to represent the Select Committee on Intelligence and Senator Warner in the case of Shawn Musgrave v. Mark Warner and the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence.
Designating the week of October 3 through October 9, 2021, as National Community Policing Week. 

Designating the week of October 3 through October 9, 2021, as National Community Policing Week Whereas police officers are indispensable members of the community who put their lives on the line to protect others; Whereas promoting strong relationships founded in trust and mutual respect between law enforcement officers and the communities they serve helps ensure the safe and effective execution of the law; Whereas law enforcement officers and communities that work together to address public safety concerns can create lasting solutions to difficult challenges; Whereas recent events have sparked a nationwide call to improve the interactions between law enforcement officers and the communities they serve, particularly communities of color; Whereas community policing facilitates peaceful dialogue, capable of fostering understanding and trust, between law enforcement officers and civilians; Whereas community policing can help improve the equal enforcement of the laws; Whereas community policing informs the public about the challenges that law enforcement officers face in executing their duties and provides law enforcement officers insight into the concerns of community members; Whereas a long-term commitment to community policing is necessary to eliminate the underlying causes of crime; Whereas the advancement of community policing should be supported to ensure that State and local law enforcement agencies have necessary resources; and Whereas community policing has been recognized as an important tool for improving the relationship between law enforcement officers and the communities they serve: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates the week of October 3 through October 9, 2021, as National Community Policing Week (2) supports community policing and encourages the people of the United States, law enforcement agencies, and elected officials to identify ways in which communities can improve public safety, strengthen relationships, and build trust.

Summary: This resolution designates the week of October 3-October 9, 2021, as National Community Policing Week.
Designating July 2021 as Plastic Pollution Action Month.

Designating July 2021 as Plastic Pollution Action Month Whereas plastic pollution represents a global threat that will require individual and collective action, both nationally and internationally, to address; Whereas, since the 1950s, over 8,000,000,000 tons of plastic have been produced worldwide; Whereas, in the United States (1) just 9 percent of plastic waste is sorted for recycling; and (2) less than 3 percent of plastic waste is recycled into a similar quality product; Whereas a recent study found that, despite the United States only accounting for 4 percent of the global population in 2016, in that same year the United States (1) generated 17 percent of all plastic waste; and (2) ranked third among all countries contributing to coastal plastic pollution; Whereas single-use plastics account for at least 40 percent of the plastic produced every year; Whereas over 12,000,000 tons of plastic waste enter the ocean every year from land-based sources alone; Whereas, if no action is taken, the flow of plastics into the ocean is expected to triple by 2040; Whereas studies estimate that there are between 15,000,000,000,000 and 51,000,000,000,000 pieces of plastic in the oceans; Whereas, globally, 100,000 marine mammals die every year as a result of plastic pollution; Whereas plastics, and associated chemicals of plastics, directly impact human health; Whereas studies suggest that, every week, humans swallow the amount of plastic that is in a credit card; Whereas taking action to reduce plastic use, collect and clean up litter, and reuse and recycle more plastics will lead to less plastic pollution; Whereas, every July, people challenge themselves to reduce their plastic footprint through Plastics Free July Whereas, during the International Coastal Cleanup in 2020, nearly 950,000 people across the globe cleaned up over 10,000 tons of plastic from beaches; Whereas switching to reusable items instead of single-use items can prevent waste, save water, and reduce litter; and Whereas July 2021 is an appropriate month to designate as Plastic Pollution Action Month to recommit to taking action, individually and as a country, to reduce plastic pollution: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates July 2021 as Plastic Pollution Action Month (2) recognizes the dangers to human health and the environment posed by plastic pollution; and (3) encourages all individuals in the United States to protect, conserve, maintain, and rebuild the environment by responsibly participating in activities to reduce plastic pollution in July 2021 and year-round.

Summary: This resolution designates July 2021 as Plastic Pollution Action Month.
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.

Supporting the designation of September 19, 2022, as National Stillbirth Prevention Day Whereas, 23,000 pregnancies in the United States end in stillbirth each year, and the COVID19 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 Senate (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.
Congratulating the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds on winning the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Womens Volleyball Championship.

Congratulating the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds on winning the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Womens Volleyball Championship. Whereas, on November 20, 2021, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds won the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Womens Volleyball Championship and finished the season with an impressive record of 35 wins and 3 losses; Whereas the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire womens volleyball team defeated the Calvin University Knights in 3 sets to win the programs first ever national championship; Whereas Ava Aldag, Makenzie Bachmann, Kendra Baierl, Arianna Barrett, Sophia Brown, Sheridan Dettmann, Hannah Flottmeyer, Sarah Kuchcik, Emma Macken, Libby Macken, Charlie Nelson, Clara Olson, Kelly Page, Olivia Rooney, Maren Saunders, Taylor Scalia, Erika Stensland, Victoria Van Dan, Abby Volk, and Jordan Witzel worked hard, showed great dedication, and represented the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with dignity; Whereas the coaching and support staff of the Blugolds, Kim Wudi, Alex Berger, Jodi Risen, Katrina Raskie, Dylan Graber, Robin Baker, Nick Hoven, Rachel Delanois, and Erin Sparks, guided the team throughout the season; Whereas Assistant Coach Jodi Risen was named the American Volleyball Coaches Association Division III Assistant Coach of the Year; Whereas the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire womens volleyball team (1) also captured the 2021 Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference regular season and tournament championships; and (2) featured 3 players who earned American Volleyball Coaches Association All-American honors at the end of the season, specifically (A) Kendra Baierl; (B) Charlie Nelson; and (C) Arianna Barrett; Whereas the players and staff of the Blugold women's volleyball team persevered through the challenges presented by the COVID19 pandemic; and Whereas the Blugold womens volleyball team has brought great pride and honor to the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and its alumni, loyal fans, and the State of Wisconsin: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) congratulates the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds on winning the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Womens Volleyball Championship; (2) recognizes the achievements of the players, coaches, and staff who contributed to this championship season; and (3) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to (A) the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, James C. Schmidt; (B) the Athletic Director of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Dan Schumacher; and (C) the Head Coach of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women's volleyball team, Kim Wudi.

Summary: This resolution congratulates the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds on winning the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Women's Volleyball Championship.
Encouraging the Secretary of the Air Force to designate the Maine Air National Guard 101st Air Refueling Wing as a center of excellence for additive manufacturing technology.

Encouraging the Secretary of the Air Force to designate the Maine Air National Guard 101st Air Refueling Wing as a center of excellence for additive manufacturing technology. Whereas the 101st Air Refueling Wing is home to four technicians certified to print airworthy parts, two-thirds of the entire uniformed force of certified technicians; Whereas the 101st Air Refueling Wing is the only Air National Guard unit capable of printing airworthy parts, while also fielding the technicians certified to print airworthy parts; Whereas the 101st Air Refueling Wing has created eight different tools for six different maintenance shops, enhancing aircrew maintenance efficiency and increasing aircraft readiness; Whereas the 101st Air Refueling Wing has modeled and provided three training aids allowing complete comprehensive drill status guardsmen training, resulting in increased technician competency, and superior aircraft maintenance repairs; Whereas the 101st Air Refueling Wing has the ability to model and prove a well-fitting part before machining, allowing for easier identification of errors, and preventing the duplication of non-usable parts, increasing aircraft readiness and reducing material waste and cost; Whereas the 101st Air Refueling Wing is the only Air National Guard unit to have an authorized polymer printer in their possession; Whereas the 101st Air Refueling Wing partners with the University of Maine Advanced Structures and Composites Department; Whereas this allows both organizations to share the best practices and emerging technologies, while also allowing the 101st to perform strength testing of part candidates and receive feedback for redesign options; Whereas the 101st Air Refueling Wing has created five jigs or fixtures which significantly aid aircrews in making repairs, while also decreasing aircraft downtime and repair inaccuracy; Whereas the 101st Air Refueling Wing has modeled five aircraft parts as proofs of design before machining replacement parts, successfully identifying model errors and reducing material waste and cost; and Whereas the Army Reserve 75th Innovation Command requested that the 101st Air Refueling Wing model and produce five parts as a pilot program connecting units with additive manufacturing stations capable of supporting modeling and printing requests: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate encourages the Secretary of the Air Force to designate the Maine Air National Guard 101st Air Refueling Wing at Bangor Air National Guard Base as a center of excellence for additive manufacturing technology.

Summary: This resolution encourages the Department of the Air Force to designate the Maine Air National Guard 101st Air Refueling Wing at Bangor Air National Guard Base as a center of excellence for additive manufacturing technology.
Supporting the goals of National Catholic Schools Week.

Supporting the goals of National Catholic Schools Week. Whereas Catholic schools in the United States are internationally acclaimed for their academic excellence and provide students with more than just an exceptional education; Whereas Catholic schools instill a broad, values-added education emphasizing the lifelong development of moral, intellectual, physical, and social values in young people in the United States; Whereas Catholic schools serve the United States by providing a strong academic and moral foundation to a diverse student population from all regions of the country and all socioeconomic backgrounds, and of that student population (1) 21.4 percent of students are from racial minority backgrounds; (2) 18.6 percent of students are of Hispanic heritage; and (3) 20.1 percent of students are from non-Catholic families; Whereas Catholic schools are an affordable option for parents, particularly in underserved urban areas; Whereas Catholic schools produce students who are strongly dedicated to their faith, values, families, and communities by providing an intellectually stimulating environment rich in spiritual, character, and moral development; Whereas Catholic schools are committed to community service, producing graduates who hold helping others Whereas the total Catholic school student enrollment for the 20212022 academic year was more than 1,680,000 and the student-teacher ratio was 11.5 to 1; Whereas the Catholic high school graduation rate is 98 percent, with 85.2 percent of graduates attending 4-year colleges; Whereas the week of January 30, 2022, to February 5, 2022, has been designated as National Catholic Schools Week Whereas National Catholic Schools Week was first established in 1974 and has been celebrated annually for the past 48 years; and Whereas the theme for National Catholic Schools Week 2022 is Catholic Schools: Faith. Excellence. Service. That the Senate (1) supports the goals of National Catholic Schools Week, an event (A) cosponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops; and (B) established to recognize the vital contributions of the thousands of Catholic elementary and secondary schools in the United States; (2) applauds the National Catholic Educational Association and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops on their selection of a theme that all people can celebrate; and (3) supports (A) the dedication of Catholic schools, students, parents, and teachers across the United States to academic excellence; and (B) the key role that Catholic schools, students, parents, and teachers across the United States play in promoting and ensuring a brighter, stronger future for the United States.

Summary: This resolution supports the goals of National Catholic Schools Week, an event cosponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and established to recognize the contributions of Catholic elementary and secondary schools in the United States.