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Expressing support for the physician assistant (PA) profession and the designation of the week of October 6 through 12, 2017, as "National PA Week".

National PA Week Whereas physician assistants (PAs) mark 50 years as a profession in 2017; Whereas quality, affordable, and accessible patient-centered health care provided by PAs contributes to the well-being and quality of life of all patients; Whereas PAs are often the first point of contact for many patients and play a vital role in helping them understand their medical needs and empower them to become effective advocates for their own health; Whereas PAs are academically and clinically prepared to practice medicine in all settings and specialties, including the diagnosis and treatment of disease, assisting at surgery, and prescribing medications; Whereas, as valuable members of the medical team, PAs practice medicine to enhance the delivery of high-quality health care for patients, often in medically underserved and rural areas; Whereas there are more than 115,500 PAs nationwide who interact with patients upwards of 350 million times annually; Whereas, between 2011 and 2014, the demand for PAs increased more than 300 percent; Whereas PAs have earned the respect of the general public for their dedication and contributions to people’s lives and for working as members of the health care team to ensure delivery of more effective and efficient health care services; Whereas, for the next 50 years and beyond, PAs will continue working within the health care team to make our health care system more effective, more efficient, and more accessible, while providing increased quality to patients; and Whereas the House of Representatives wishes to honor the contributions of PAs to our health care system and to the lives of patients and families across the United States and territories: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National PA Week (2) supports its goals and ideals as founded by the American Academy of Physician Assistants; and (3) encourages Congress to develop and implement policies that support and improve the education, training, professional development, research, and lives of PAs.

Summary: Encourages Congress to develop and implement policies supporting and improving the education, training, professional development, research, and lives of physician assistants (PAs), and supports the designation of National PA Week to raise awareness, visibility, and appreciation for the PA profession.
Expressing support for the designation of September 2022 as "Peace Month" and calling on Congress to take action to promote peace.

Peace Month Whereas the United Nations designated September 21 International Day of Peace Whereas the United Nations General Assembly declared Peace Day as a day devoted to commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples Whereas all United Nations member states, organizations, regional and nongovernmental organizations, and individuals are encouraged to celebrate and recognize global peace efforts on Peace Day; Whereas Peace Day represents shared hopes of an end to conflict in all forms; Whereas the United Nations calls for a 24-hour global cease fire on Peace Day; Whereas this year’s Peace Day theme is End racism. Build peace. Whereas 2018 marked the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a milestone development in contemporary human history promoting peace and well-being worldwide; Whereas violent conflicts could cost upwards of $14.4 trillion per year globally; Whereas conflict prevention measures could save between $5 billion to $70 billion per year on average; Whereas global peace promotion efforts improve the lives of Americans and all peoples; Whereas the United States has a long history of promoting peace and human rights at home and abroad; and Whereas September would be an appropriate month to designate as Peace Month: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Peace Month (2) calls on Congress to promote peace, both at home and abroad.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of Peace Month.
Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Member be, and is hereby, elected to the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on Veterans' Affairs Mr. Flores, to rank immediately after Mr. Coffman. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Elects a specified Member to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of Defense to transmit to the House of Representatives any record created on or after January 21, 2021, under the control of the President or the Secretary, respectively, that refers to the Department of Defense and includes certain terms and phrases relating to gender.

That the President is requested and the Secretary of Defense is directed to transmit, to the House of Representatives, not later than 30 days after the adoption of this resolution, in a complete and unredacted form, a copy of any document, book, map, photograph, sound or video recording, machine readable material, computerized, digitized, or electronic information created on or after January 21, 2021, under the control of the President or the Secretary, respectively, that pertains to the Department of Defense and contains any of the following terms or phrases: (1) Transgender. (2) Gender identity. (3) Gender transition. (4) Gender reassignment. (5) Gender affirming. (6) Gender neutral. (7) Gender dysphoria. (8) Nonbinary (or non-binary). (9) Gendered language. (10) Safe space. (11) Inclusive language. That President Joseph R. Biden is requested, and Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is directed, to transmit, to the House of Representatives, not later than 30 days after the adoption of this resolution, in a complete and unredacted form, a copy of any document, book, map, photograph, sound or video recording, machine readable material, computerized, digitized, or electronic information created on or after January 21, 2021, under the control of the President or the Secretary, respectively, that pertains to the Department of Defense and contains any of the following terms or phrases: (1) Transgender. (2) Gender identity. (3) Gender transition. (4) Gender reassignment. (5) Gender affirming. (6) Gender neutral. (7) Gender dysphoria. (8) Nonbinary (or non-binary). (9) Gendered language. (10) Safe space. (11) Inclusive language. December 16, 2022 Reported adversely with an amendment, referred to the House Calendar, and ordered to be printed

Summary: This resolution requests the President and directs the Department of Defense (DOD) to transmit to the House of Representatives any record created on or after January 21, 2021, that pertains to DOD and includes certain terms and phrases relating to gender (e.g., transgender).
Supporting the goals and ideals of Korean American Day.

Whereas the influence of Korean Americans may be observed in all facets of American life, from politics to industry, entrepreneurship to volunteerism, the arts, and education; Whereas, on January 13, 1903, 102 courageous Korean immigrants arrived in the United States initiating the first large wave of Korean immigration to America; Whereas these pioneer Korean immigrants faced tremendous social and economic obstacles as well as language barriers in America, the land of opportunity; Whereas, in pursuit of the American dream, Korean immigrants initially served as farmworkers, wage laborers, and section hands throughout the United States; Whereas first generation Korean immigrants established a new home in a new land through resilience, tenacious effort, and immense sacrifice, which became the bedrock for their children and future generations of Korean Americans; Whereas the centennial year of 2003 marked an important milestone in the history of Korean immigration; Whereas the House passed House Resolution 487 to commemorate Korean American Day in the 109th Congress; Whereas the Senate passed Senate Resolution 283 to commemorate Korean American Day in the 109th Congress; Whereas Korean Americans, like other groups of immigrants that came to the United States before them, seeking a better life and opportunity, have thrived in their new homeland due to a strong work ethic, family bonds, and community spirit; Whereas Korean Americans have made significant contributions to the economic vitality of the United States and the global marketplace; Whereas Korean Americans have made history by winning elections throughout the country in local, State, and Federal levels of political office; Whereas Korean Americans have invigorated businesses, not-for-profit and other nongovernmental organizations, government, technology, medicine, athletics, arts and entertainment, journalism, churches, academic communities, and countless facets of American life; Whereas Korean Americans have built and strengthened the alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea, fostering peace on the Korean Peninsula; Whereas Korean Americans have made enormous contributions to the military strength of the United States and served with distinction in the Armed Forces during World War I, World War II, the Vietnam war, the conflict in Korea, and subsequent military conflicts across the globe; and Whereas the Centennial Committees of Korean Immigration and Korean Americans have designated January 13 of each year as Korean American Day That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of Korean American Day; (2) urges all Americans to observe Korean American Day so as to have a greater appreciation of the invaluable contributions Korean Americans have made to the United States; and (3) honors and recognizes the 121st anniversary of the arrival of the first Korean immigrants to the United States.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of Korean American Day and honors the 121st anniversary of the arrival of the first Korean immigrants to the United States.
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Rules in the One Hundred Sixteenth Congress.

1. Amounts for Committee Expenses For the expenses of the Committee on Rules (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the Committee 2. Session Limitations Of the amount specified in section 1— (1) not more than $3,327,190 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2019, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2020; and (2) not more than $3,327,190 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2020, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2021. 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: This resolution provides amounts for the expenses of the House Committee on Rules for the 116th Congress.
Reaffirming the commitment to media diversity and pledging to work with media entities and diverse stakeholders to develop common ground solutions to eliminate barriers to media diversity.

Whereas the principle that an informed and engaged electorate is critical to a vibrant democracy is deeply rooted in our laws of free speech and underpins the virtues on which we established our Constitution, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity … Whereas having independent, diverse, and local media that provide exposure to a broad range of viewpoints and the ability to contribute to the political debate is central to sustaining that informed engagement; Whereas it is in the public interest to encourage source, content, and audience diversity on our Nation’s shared telecommunications and media platforms; Whereas the survival of small, independent, and diverse media outlets that serve diverse audiences and local media markets is essential to preserving local culture and building understanding on important community issues that impact the daily lives of residents; Whereas research by the American Society of News Editors, the Radio Television Digital News Association, the Pew Research Center, and others has documented the continued challenges of increasing diversity among all types of media entities; Whereas with increasing media experience and sophistication, it is even more important to have minority participation in local media to ensure a diverse range of information sources are available and different ideas and viewpoints are expressed to strengthen social cohesion among different communities; and Whereas the constriction in small, independent, and diverse media outlets and limited participation of diverse populations in media ownership and decision making are combining to negatively impact our goal of increasing local civic engagement and civic knowledge through increased voter participation, membership in civic groups, and knowledge of local political and civil information: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) reaffirms its commitment to diversity as a core tenet of the public interest standard in media policy; and (2) pledges to work with media entities and diverse stakeholders to develop common ground solutions to eliminate barriers to media diversity.

Summary: This resolution reaffirms the House of Representatives' commitment to media diversity and expresses its pledge to eliminate barriers to such diversity.
Calling on the United States Senate to increase sanctions against Iran.

Whereas Iran continues to pose a threat to the United States through its pursuit of a nuclear weapons capability, work on its ballistic missile program, and state sponsorship of terrorism; Whereas on July 31, 2013, the United States House of Representatives passed the Nuclear Iran Prevention Act of 2013, H.R. 850, by an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote of 400–20–1; Whereas this legislation highlights the devastating threat that a nuclear-armed Iran would pose to the United States, United States allies, and United States interests globally; Whereas Israel is a vital ally of the United States; Whereas Iran, which rejects Israel’s right to exist, is a continued threat to the safety and security of the United States and Israel, both through its support of terrorist groups like Hamas and Hezbollah and through its ongoing efforts to acquire nuclear weapons; Whereas Iran has threatened to wipe [Israel] off the map Whereas Iran possesses ballistic missiles that can reach Israel and is working to develop intercontinental ballistic missiles that could reach the United States; Whereas Iran has constructed a large explosives containment vessel at the Parchin military complex and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has requested to inspect this complex for traces of weaponization research; Whereas the IAEA issued a report exposing Iran’s nuclear intentions and in November 2011 concluded that contrary to the relevant resolutions of the Board of Governors and the Security Council, Iran has not suspended its [nuclear] enrichment related activities Whereas the United Nations Security Council has required Iran to cooperate fully with the IAEA’s investigation into its nuclear activities, suspend its uranium enrichment program, suspend its construction of a heavy-water reactor and related projects, and ratify the Additional Protocol to its IAEA safeguards agreement; Whereas Iran, in violation of multiple United Nations Security Council resolutions, has continued to enrich uranium, continued work on its heavy-water reactor and related projects, and has not ratified the Additional Protocol to its IAEA safeguards agreement; Whereas multiple rounds of tough sanctions have been effective in bringing Iran to the negotiating table and the threat of increased sanctions has the ability to compel Iran to abandon its nuclear ambitions; and Whereas the P5+1 interim agreement will not prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapons capability: Now, therefore, be it That— (1) it is the policy of the United States to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapons capability; and (2) the House of Representatives calls on the United States Senate to take immediate action on the Nuclear Iran Prevention Act of 2013 to increase sanctions against Iran.

Summary: States that it is U.S. policy to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapons capability. Calls on the Senate to take immediate action on the Nuclear Iran Prevention Act of 2013 to increase sanctions against Iran.
Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Member be, and is hereby, elected to the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on Appropriations: Mr. Cartwright. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Elects a named Member to the House Committee on Appropriations.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the value of Palestinian and Israeli lives and urging an immediate cease-fire and diplomatic efforts to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Whereas every Palestinian life matters; and Whereas every Israeli life matters: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) urges an immediate cease-fire to prevent— (A) any further loss of life; and (B) further escalation of conflict in Israel and the Palestinian territories; and (2) supports diplomatic efforts— (A) to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict; (B) to uphold international law; and (C) to protect the human rights of Israelis and Palestinians.

Summary: This resolution urges an immediate cease-fire to prevent further loss of life and escalation of the conflict in Israel and the Palestinian territories, and it supports diplomatic efforts to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, uphold international law, and protect human rights.
Expressing support for designation of May 2013 as "Health and Fitness Month".

Health and Fitness Month Whereas 2/3 Whereas unhealthy eating habits and lack of physical activity have contributed to the obesity epidemic in the United States; Whereas the prevalence of obesity in the United States more than doubled from 15 percent to 34 percent among adults and more than tripled from 5 percent to 17 percent among children and adolescents from 1980 to 2008; Whereas an obese teenager is 70 percent more likely to become an obese adult; Whereas obesity is more common among non-Hispanic Black teenagers (29 percent) than Hispanic teenagers (17.5 percent) or non-Hispanic White teenagers (14.5 percent); Whereas 70 percent of American Indian/Alaskan Native adults are overweight or obese; Whereas studies indicate that overweight youth may never achieve a healthy weight; Whereas a poor diet is associated with major health risks that can cause illness and even death; Whereas in addition to healthy eating, people in the United States can experience positive health benefits and be on the path for a better future by incorporating physical activity into daily life, including 30 minutes for adults and 60 minutes for children; Whereas physical activity can help prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and stroke, control weight, reduce fat, condition the heart and lungs, improve sleep, decrease potential of becoming depressed, increase energy and self-esteem, relieve stress, and increase the chances of living longer; and Whereas May 2013 would be an appropriate month to designate as Health and Fitness Month That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Health and Fitness Month (2) support efforts to educate the people of the United States on the importance of a healthy and nutritious lifestyle.

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of Health and Fitness Month and for efforts to educate Americans on the importance of a healthy and nutritious lifestyle.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8015) to maintain prompt and reliable postal services during the COVID-19 health emergency, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House without intervention of any question of consideration the bill (H.R. 8015) to maintain prompt and reliable postal services during the COVID–19 health emergency, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. An amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 116–61, modified by the amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) two hours of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Oversight and Reform; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8015) to maintain prompt and reliable postal services during the COVID-19 health emergency.
Memorializing the unborn by lowering the United States flag to half-staff on the 22d day of January each year.

Whereas, on January 22, 1973, the majority of the members of the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that abortion was a right secured by the Constitution of the United States; Whereas, on June 24, 2022, the majority of the members of the Supreme Court of the United States overturned Roe v. Wade, 410 U.S. 113 (1973), to affirm that the Constitution of the United States does not confer a right to abortion; and Whereas, since January 22, 1973, more than 60,000,000 unborn children have perished: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the recognition of the Day of Tears in the United States; (2) encourages the people of the United States to lower their flags to half-staff to mourn and honor the innocents who have lost their lives to abortion; and (3) encourages legislators to enact laws that respect the sanctity of life.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for recognizing a Day of Tears and lowering flags to half-staff to honor unborn lives lost to abortion.