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Recognizing and celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Law Olmsted.

Whereas April 26, 2022, marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Law Olmsted; Whereas Olmsted was an author, journalist, public official, city planner, landscape architect, and innovator who shaped the American landscape; Whereas Olmsted influenced and designed beautiful and functional landscapes, including Central Park in New York City and other major urban parks and park systems, the United States Capitol Grounds, several State capitals, estates, college campuses, and recreation areas; Whereas Olmsted is remembered as the premier landscape architect in the United States during the 19th century and is considered to be the founder of landscape architecture in the United States; Whereas Olmsted was one of the first individuals to promote the idea of national parks in his 1865 Yosemite Report; Whereas Olmsted believed that thoughtful landscape designs promote community, advance democracy, provide recreational opportunities in urban environments, nurture and invigorate public health, and encourage the development of livable communities; Whereas Olmsted’s sons, associates, and successor firms carried out his philosophy and designs well into the 20th century, including establishing the American Society of Landscape Architects, leaving a tremendous legacy of historic landscapes that continues to benefit the people of the United States and visitors throughout the world; Whereas Olmsted inspired the development of large parks and park systems for public benefit in urban areas, creating a legacy of parks that are a singular feature of the urban experience; and Whereas Olmsted’s landscape designs play a vital role in the enrichment of States across the country and contribute to the quality of life in hundreds of communities across the country: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives recognizes and celebrates the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Law Olmsted.

Summary: This resolution recognizes and celebrates the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Law Olmsted, who is considered to be the founder of landscape architecture in the United States.
Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz.

Whereas Nowruz marks the traditional Iranian New Year, which originated in ancient Persia, and dates back more than 3,000 years; Whereas Nowruz, meaning a New Day Whereas Nowruz symbolizes a time of renewal and community, it harkens the departure from the trials and tribulations of the previous year and brings hope for the New Year; Whereas Nowruz is celebrated by nearly 300,000,000 Iranians and other peoples all over the world, including in the United States, Iran, and other countries in Central Asia, South Asia, the Caucasus, Crimea, and the Balkan region; Whereas Nowruz is celebrated by Iranian-Americans of all backgrounds, including those with Baha’i, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Zoroastrian, and nonreligious backgrounds; Whereas Nowruz serves to remind the United States of the many lasting contributions of the Persian civilization to the world and the noteworthy impact of Iranian-Americans to the social and economic fabric of society in the United States; Whereas Iranian-Americans continue to make contributions in all sectors of American public life, including as government, military, and law enforcement officials working to uphold the Constitution of the United States and to protect all people in the United States; Whereas Iranian-Americans maintain strong ties to the people of Iran and desire to see a democratic Iran that respects human rights; Whereas Congress supports the Iranian people’s right to freedom of expression and speech; and Whereas Nowruz embodies the tradition that each individual’s thinking, speaking, and conduct should always be virtuous, and the ideal of compassion for our fellow human beings regardless of ethnicity or religion, and connects the Persian New Year to the values of human rights: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz; (2) expresses its appreciation for the contributions of Iranian-Americans to society in the United States in observance of Nowruz; (3) recognizes the hopes and aspirations of all people, including the people of Iran for human rights and religious tolerance as embodied in the spirit of Nowruz; (4) commends the observance of the Nowruz holiday in both the United States and Iran, and strongly supports the right of all Iranians to exercise freedom of assembly, freedom of expression, and freedom of speech; and (5) wishes Iranian-Americans and the people of Iran and all those who observe this holiday a prosperous new year.

Summary: This resolution recognizes Nowruz (the Iranian New Year) and expresses support for Iranian Americans.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) to ensure the rights of parents are honored and protected in the Nation's public schools.

That at any time after 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. 5) to ensure the rights of parents are honored and protected in the Nation’s public schools. 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 two hours equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Education and the Workforce or their respective designees. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Education and the Workforce now printed in the bill, it shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 118–2. That amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be considered as read. All points of order against that amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. No amendment to that amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments are waived. 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. Any Member may demand a separate vote in the House on any amendment adopted in the Committee of the Whole to the bill or to the amendment in the nature of a substitute made in order as original text. 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. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) to ensure the rights of parents are honored and protected in the Nation's public schools.
Supporting reopening the United States Capitol and House Office Buildings to the American people.

Whereas the United States Capitol and House Office Buildings closed to public visitation on March 12, 2020, at the very outset of the pandemic; Whereas, since March of 2020, the American people have learned how to safely gather and enter public places despite the existence of COVID–19 and, due to Operation Warp Speed, have had the opportunity to be vaccinated against COVID–19 for more than a year; Whereas, despite the existence of COVID–19, tens of thousands of people routinely gather across the country for sporting, entertainment, worship, and other events; Whereas, despite the existence of COVID–19, stores, restaurants, and other public places have been successfully welcoming the public since the pandemic began in 2020; Whereas, despite the existence of COVID–19, the American people, including Members of Congress, routinely use crowded public transportation vehicles, including airplanes and trains; Whereas, despite the existence of COVID–19, most Americans have long since resumed working around co-workers, customers, and others; Whereas it is illogical and unacceptable that, despite the rest of the United States being open, the United States Capitol and House Office Buildings, buildings that belong to the American people, remain largely closed to public visitation; and Whereas it is time to once again welcome the public participation in the legislative process and the public visitation of our historic buildings that have always been hallmarks of American democracy: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the importance of reopening the United States Capitol and House Office Buildings to the American people to facilitate public participation in the legislative process and public visitation of these historic buildings; and (2) supports returning to the public visitation policies for House Office Buildings and the portions of the United States Capitol and Capitol complex within House jurisdiction that were in place before the COVID–19 pandemic.

Summary: This resolution supports reopening the U.S. Capitol Building and House Office Buildings to visitors under the public visitation policies that were in place before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Of inquiry directing the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to ending acceptance of applications and requests for COVID-19 economic injury disaster loans and advances.

That the Administrator of the Small Business Administration 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 Small Business Administration ending the acceptance of applications, and the processing of requests for loan increases and for reconsideration, for loans made under section 7(b)(2) of the Small Business Act ( 15 U.S.C. 636(b)(2) 15 U.S.C. 9009 15 U.S.C. 9009(e) 15 U.S.C. 9009b (1) All documents and communications related to notifications sent to individuals and entities that submitted such an application or request in anticipation of the Administration— (A) no longer accepting such applications; and (B) no longer processing such requests. (2) A list of all such applications and requests that the Administration had not processed as of May 5, 2022. (3) All communications between the Administration and individuals and entities that properly submitted such a request that the Administration had approved but with respect to which the Administration had not disbursed the funding as of May 5, 2022. (4) All communications between the Administration and individuals and entities that properly submitted such an application or request that the Administration had not processed as of May 5, 2022. (5) All communications between the Administration and members of Congress, including the offices of such members, that assisted the Administration with processing such an application or request. (6) All documents and communications of the Administration related to decision of the Administration on how to notify individuals and entities that submitted such an application or request that the Administration would cease accepting such applications and processing such requests. (7) The total dollar amount of funding disbursed each day during the 14-day period ending on May 5, 2022, for— (A) loans made under section 7(b)(2) of the Small Business Act ( 15 U.S.C. 636(b)(2) 15 U.S.C. 9009 (B) grants under section 1110(e) of the CARES Act ( 15 U.S.C. 9009(e) (C) grants under section 331 of the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act ( 15 U.S.C. 9009b

Summary: This resolution directs the Small Business Administration (SBA) to provide the House of Representatives with any information and documents about the SBA ending the acceptance of applications and the processing of certain requests for COVID-19 economic injury disaster loans and advances, including the total dollar amount of such loans disbursed each day during the 14-day period ending on May 5, 2022.
Commemorating the inaugural "International Yoga Day" on June 21.

International Yoga Day Whereas the United Nations adopted the resolution on Yoga Day International Day of Yoga Whereas the practicing of yoga will help promote better health among the global population and help encourage the need for healthier choices and lifestyles; and Whereas Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi addressed the United Nations General Assembly on September 27, 2014, on the adoption of an International Yoga Day, stating, Yoga is an invaluable gift of India’s ancient tradition. It embodies unity of mind and body; thought and action; restraint and fulfillment; harmony between man and nature; a holistic approach to health and well-being. It is not about exercise but to discover the sense of oneness with yourself, the world and the nature. That the House of Representatives— (1) commemorates the inaugural International Yoga Day (2) supports the ideals that International Yoga Day (3) encourages all individuals to participate in International Yoga Day

Summary: Commemorates the inaugural International Yoga Day. Expresses support for the ideals of International Yoga Day and encourages all individuals to participate.
Expressing support for designation of the week beginning February 28, 2021, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week Whereas there are 37 Tribal Colleges and Universities operating on more than 75 campuses in 16 States; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities are tribally chartered or federally chartered institutions of higher education and therefore have a unique relationship with the Federal Government; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities serve students from more than 230 federally recognized Indian Tribes; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities offer students access to knowledge and skills grounded in cultural traditions and values, including indigenous languages, which— (1) enhances Indian communities; and (2) enriches the United States as a Nation; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities provide access to high-quality postsecondary educational opportunities for— (1) American Indians; (2) Alaska Natives; and (3) other individuals that live in some of the most isolated and economically depressed areas in the United States; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities are accredited institutions of higher education that prepare students to succeed in the global and highly competitive workforce; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities have open enrollment policies, and approximately 15 percent of the students at Tribal Colleges and Universities are non-Indian individuals; and Whereas the collective mission and the considerable achievements of Tribal Colleges and Universities deserve national recognition: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week (2) calls on the people of the United States and interested groups to observe National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week with appropriate activities and programs to demonstrate support for Tribal Colleges and Universities.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week.
Recognizing the significance of the Greensboro Four Sit In.

Whereas Joseph Mcneil, Jibreel Khazan (formerly Ezell Blair, Jr.), Franklin McCain, and David Richmond are the members of the Greensboro Four; Whereas the Greensboro Four Sit-In was in response to the brutal killing of 14-year-old Emmett Till; Whereas the Greensboro Four attended North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Whereas the Greensboro Four were refused service at the Woolworth Lunch Counter in Greensboro, North Carolina, on February 1, 1960; Whereas the Greensboro Four ignited a movement to challenge racial inequality throughout the South; Whereas the Greensboro Four were joined by female students from Bennett College and Greensboro Women’s College; Whereas the sit-ins spread nationwide with over 700,000 people participating, including students, clergymen, and citizens, both White and Black; Whereas the protests resulted in more than 3,000 arrests; Whereas the Greensboro Four remained peaceful throughout the 6-month sit-in; and Whereas the Woolworth Lunch Counter was integrated on July 26, 1960: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the significance of the Greensboro Four and acknowledges their contribution to the Civil Rights Movement, and recognizes the significance of the Greensboro Four as a catalyst for the mobilization of college students in the Civil Rights Movement coalescing in the formation of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC); (2) recognizes that ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the Nation; and (3) encourages all States to include in their year-round educational curriculum the history and contributions of the Greensboro Four in North Carolina, and the country as a whole.

Summary: Recognizes the contribution of the Greensboro Four to the civil rights movement and their significance as a catalyst for the mobilization of college students coalescing in the formation of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee. Recognizes that ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the nation. Encourages states to include the history and contributions of the Greensboro Four in their year-round educational curriculum.
Expressing support for the designation of the week of March 28, 2021, through April 3, 2021, as "National Cleaning Week".

National Cleaning Week Whereas more than 800,000 businesses in the United States cleaning service industry employ 3,500,000 workers to keep our businesses, hotels, hospitals, schools, public buildings, and homes clean; Whereas cleaning and disinfection are an investment in protecting human health and safety; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stresses the importance of properly cleaning and disinfecting to protect against SARS–CoV–2, the virus that causes COVID–19, and other infectious diseases; Whereas ISSA, the Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association, found that routine cleaning and disinfection reduce the number of surfaces contaminated by viruses by 62 percent and thereby significantly reduce the rate of transmission of infectious diseases; Whereas manufacturers and distributors have worked 24/7 to produce and deliver critical cleaning and hygiene products throughout the COVID–19 pandemic; Whereas essential frontline cleaning professionals have worked tirelessly to combat the spread of COVID–19 since the onset of this pandemic; and Whereas the cleaning industry has been essential in responding to those who need effective and deep cleaning to combat the spread of COVID–19 and equipment to help them transition to virtual workspaces: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the commitment and essential services provided by the cleaning industry in maintaining clean and sanitary conditions; and (2) supports the designation of National Cleaning Week

Summary: This resolution recognizes the essential services provided by the cleaning industry in maintaining sanitary conditions and supports the designation of National Cleaning Week to promote safe and clean environments at work, in schools, and at home.
Recognizing the importance of nonprofit organizations to the economy of the United States and expressing support for designation of September as "Nonprofit Organization (NPO) Recognition Month".

Nonprofit Organization (NPO) Recognition Month Whereas an estimated 1,400,000 nonprofit organizations operate in the United States; Whereas the nonprofit sector continues to expand in size and scope; Whereas nonprofits contribute nearly $1,000,000,000,000 to the United States economy annually; Whereas nonprofits serve a vital role in facilitating charitable giving and social action; Whereas the combined donations and volunteer hours of individuals to nonprofit organizations are valued at hundreds of billions of dollars; and Whereas September would be an appropriate month to designate as Nonprofit Organization (NPO) Recognition Month That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the importance of nonprofits to the communities they serve, the issues they support, and the economy of the United States; and (2) supports the designation of Nonprofit Organization (NPO) Recognition Month

Summary: Recognizes the importance of nonprofits to the communities they serve, the issues they support, and the economy of the United States. Supports the designation of Nonprofit Organization Recognition Month.
Adopting changes to the standing rules, and for other purposes.

1. Separate order On any legislative day through the remainder of the One Hundred Seventeenth Congress, the Chair may at any time declare the House adjourned to meet at a date and time, within the limits of clause 4, section 5, article I of the Constitution, to be announced by the Chair in declaring the adjournment. 2. Changes to the standing rules (a) Privileged reports by the Committee on Rules Clause 6(a) of rule XIII is amended— (1) in subparagraph (2), by striking ; or (2) by redesignating subparagraph (3) as subparagraph (4); and (3) by inserting after subparagraph (2) the following new subparagraph: (3) when the proposed text of such a report has been made available to Members, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner prior to the convening of that legislative day; or . (b) Suspensions Clause 1(a) of rule XV is amended by striking the second sentence. 3. Remote voting by proxy Section 3(s) of House Resolution 8 is amended— (1) in paragraph (2), by striking and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking the period and inserting ; and (3) by adding at the end the following new paragraphs: (4) any reference to the House (5) section 3(a)(1) shall not apply; and (6) for purposes of sections 1, 2, and 3 and regulations issued pursuant to section 6, the term Members state (A) nothing in this paragraph authorizes Delegates or the Resident Commissioner to cast a vote in the House or record their presence in the House; and (B) Delegates and the Resident Commissioner may only be designated as a proxy by a Delegate or the Resident Commissioner. .

Summary: This bill revises the rules of the House of Representatives. The changes include permitting the House to meet on any legislative day for the remainder of the 117th Congress, provided that constitutional requirements are met; allowing consideration of resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules on the same day they are presented to the House if proposed text is made available prior to the convening of that day; lifting restrictions on when the Speaker may entertain a motion to suspend the House rules; and modifying the scope of rules for remote voting by proxy.