cheaptrix/billsum-US_congress_and_house huggingface dataset:
Honoring the life and the legacy of General Colin L. Powell.

Whereas General Colin L. Powell was born on April 5, 1937, in New York City, New York, the only child of his Jamaican-born parents, Luther and Maud Powell; Whereas General Powell received his Bachelor of Science from City College of New York and his Master of Business Administration from George Washington University; Whereas, upon graduation and while involved in basic military training at Fort Benning, General Powell was oftentimes refused service in bars and restaurants because of the color of his skin; Whereas General Powell served in the Armed Forces for 35 years; Whereas General Powell served as the 16th United States National Security Advisor from 1987 to 1989 and was the first African American to serve in that position; Whereas General Powell served as the Commander of the United States Army Forces Command in 1989; Whereas, from 1989 to 1993, General Powell served as the 12th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, being the first Afro-Caribbean American and the youngest individual to serve as the highest ranking military position in the Department of Defense; Whereas, while serving as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Powell oversaw the Invasion of Panama in 1989 as well as Operation Desert Storm in 1991; Whereas General Powell served as the 65th Secretary of State under President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2005 and was the first Afro-Caribbean American to serve in that position; Whereas General Powell acquired many civilian awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom (which he was awarded twice), the Congressional Gold Medal, the Presidential Citizens Medal, the Secretary of State Distinguished Service Medal, and the Secretary of Energy Distinguished Service Medal; Whereas, over the course of his life, General Powell wrote an autobiography called My American Journey It Worked for Me, Lessons in Life and Leadership Whereas, on October 18, 2021, at the age of 84 years old, General Powell passed away from complications of COVID–19 at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, devastating his family and the people of the United States: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) tenders its deep sympathy to the members of the family of the late General Colin L. Powell; (2) honors the life and legacy of General Colin L. Powell; (3) commends General Colin L. Powell for his life accomplishments within the United States Government and the Armed Forces; and (4) that when the House adjourns today, it adjourns as a further mark of respect to the memory of the late General Colin L. Powell.

Summary: This resolution honors the life and legacy of General Colin L. Powell and expresses sympathy to his family. Additionally, the resolution commends General Colin L. Powell for his accomplishments in the government and Armed Forces.
Censuring Representative Bennie Thompson.

Whereas, on December 30, 2022, Representative Bennie Thompson, then Chair of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol ( January 6th Committee Whereas, on December 30, 2022, Representative Thompson also sent a similar letter and records to the Department of Homeland Security, also in violation of the Rules; Whereas, as a committee chair, Representative Thompson was required, under rule VII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, to turn over all committee records to the Clerk of the House at the close of Congress, in order to further transparency and to preserve the historical record of Congress; Whereas Representative Thompson intentionally violated this rule, as evidenced by his letters to the executive branch, which expressly detail his expectation Whereas Congress still is unsure of the scope of the records kept or improperly destroyed by the January 6th Committee, as evidenced by the May 18, 2023 letter from Representative Barry Loudermilk, chair of the Subcommittee on Oversight of the Committee on House Administration, to the National Archives requesting a catalogue of records produced by the January 6th Committee; and Whereas, under rule VII and rule XI of the Rules of the House of Representatives for the 117th and 118th Congresses, the responsibility to ensure proper recordkeeping by a committee resides with the committee chairperson, a responsibility that Representative Thompson intentionally violated or recklessly neglected: Now, therefore, be it That— (1) Representative Bennie Thompson of Mississippi be censured; (2) Representative Bennie Thompson forthwith present himself in the well of the House of Representatives for the pronouncement of censure; (3) Representative Bennie Thompson be censured with the public reading of this resolution by the Speaker; and (4) Representative Bennie Thompson be, and is hereby, removed from the Committee on Homeland Security.

Summary: This resolution censures Representative Thompson and removes him from the Committee on Homeland Security.
Recognizing the increased risk of sleep apnea among soldiers returning from active duty and the benefits of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy on treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in soldiers suffering from Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Whereas 12 to 18 million people in the United States remain untreated for (OSA); Whereas untreated OSA can lead to heart disease, stroke, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and depression; Whereas 54 percent of the patients with PTSD who underwent sleep studies at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center were diagnosed with OSA; Whereas 20 percent of soldiers will develop sleep apnea in their lifetime; Whereas soldiers are 4 times more likely to develop sleep apnea than non-veteran civilians; Whereas studies show that 37 percent of soldiers showing symptoms for PTSD also report symptoms of insufficient sleep; Whereas veterans suffering from PTSD experience fewer nightmares when their OSA is treated with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy; and Whereas the lack of public awareness of the disease, poor sleep habits during active duty, and the effects of PTSD among veterans that lead to poor sleep leads to many undiagnosed, untreated, and severe cases: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports raising public awareness of sleep apnea, especially for United States soldiers and veterans; (2) supports providing access to care for soldiers and veterans with sleep illnesses such as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA); (3) encourages all United States soldiers and veterans to seek and maintain healthy sleep habits both during and after active duty; and (4) further explores continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) as a viable treatment for OSA in patients with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Summary: Expresses support for raising public awareness of sleep apnea, especially for soldiers and veterans, and providing access to care for soldiers and veterans with sleep illnesses. Encourages soldiers and veterans to seek and maintain healthy sleep habits.
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 Ethics: Mr. Guest, Chair. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution elects a designated Member of the House of Representatives to the Committee on Ethics.
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 the Judiciary: Mr. Cicilline. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Elects a specified named Member to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology in the One Hundred Sixteenth Congress.

1. Amounts for Committee Expenses For the expenses of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the Committee 2. Session Limitations Of the amount specified in section 1— (1) not more than $5,766,700 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 $5,766,700 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 Science, Space, and Technology for the 116th Congress.
Congratulating Captain Kristen Griest and First Lieutenant Shaye Haver on their graduation from Ranger School.

Whereas United States Army Rangers Lead the Way! Whereas Ranger School prepares members of the Armed Forces to serve as leaders and members of elite combat forces tasked with dismounted infantry, airborne, airmobile, amphibious, and independent squad and platoon-size operations; Whereas Ranger School is one of the toughest training courses for which a member can volunteer, with three phases testing a member’s ability to patrol, navigate, mountaineer, and execute combat arms functional skills; Whereas students in Ranger School train to exhaustion, pushing the limits of their minds and bodies; Whereas although many members apply to Ranger School, fewer than 45 percent, on average, possess the mental and physical toughness required to earn the highly coveted Ranger tab signifying graduation from the School; Whereas Captain Kristen Griest and First Lieutenant Shaye Haver braved the rigors of Ranger School, becoming the first women to successfully earn the Ranger tab; Whereas they stood shoulder-to-shoulder with their fellow members, carrying their own weight and, at times, the weight of others; Whereas their personal courage, sacrifices, and extraordinary leadership skills establish them as role models for women and men alike, proving that skill, not gender, determines military aptitude and success; and Whereas, as graduates of the United States Military Academy, they exemplify the time-honored creed of Duty, Honor, Country That the House of Representatives— (1) honors and recognizes the patriotism and historic contributions to the United States by Captain Kristen Griest and First Lieutenant Shaye Haver; (2) commends their character, courage, and tenacity as the first women to earn the Ranger tab signifying graduation from Ranger School; (3) recognizes that our military and our country are more battle ready as a result of their accomplishments; (4) celebrates their service as they continue to Lead the Way! (5) congratulates them for their inspiring and groundbreaking accomplishments.

Summary: Recognizes the patriotism and historic contributions to the United States by Captain Kristen Griest and First Lieutenant Shaye Haver. Commends their character, courage, and tenacity as the first women to earn the Ranger tab signifying graduation from Ranger School. Congratulates them for their inspiring and ground breaking accomplishments.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should pass no law that would exempt from its obligations or provide any other special consideration to elected or appointed Federal officials or any other Federal employee.

Whereas America was founded upon the principle that a free people should be self-governed by fellow citizens elected to be their representatives, and not governed by a ruling class or subject to rule by elites; Whereas America was also founded on the principle that no person, whatever his or her position within government, is unbound by the laws of this great Nation and the public trust; Whereas these great principles were enshrined in the Nation’s founding documents for all future generations by the signers of the Declaration of Independence and the framers of the United States Constitution; Whereas the American people have continually called for more accountability from a Federal Government they view as out of touch and out of control; Whereas rules and regulations promulgated by the Federal Government from Washington, DC, continually play a larger role in Americans day-to-day lives; Whereas there is a growing perception in America that elected officials and unaccountable bureaucrats in the Nation’s capital pass policies that place burdens on hardworking Americans with impunity, knowing they will never have to bear their costs; and Whereas Americans who work hard, follow the law, and only ask that no person or group be given preferential treatment under our Nation’s laws expect Federal representatives and a Government that share those values: Now, therefore, be it That it is sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should pass no law that would exempt from its obligations, excuse from its criminal or civil penalties, or provide any other special consideration to Members of the House of Representatives, Members of the Senate, Justices of the U.S. Supreme Court, the President, Vice President, appointees of the Executive, or any Federal employee.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should pass no law that would exempt from its obligations, excuse from its criminal or civil penalties, or provide any other special consideration to Members of Congress, Supreme Court justices, the President, the Vice President, executive branch appointees, or any federal employee.
Expressing support for designation of the first Saturday in October as "National Animal Rescue Day" to create awareness of the importance of adoption and to educate on the importance of spaying and neutering animals and the encouragement of animal adoptions throughout the United States.

National Animal Rescue Day Whereas up to 6,000,000 cats and dogs are placed into shelters every year and between 3,000,000 and 4,000,000 cats and dogs are euthanized; Whereas there are between 3,000 to 4,000 animal shelters throughout the United States in need of medical supplies, blankets, towels, cleaning supplies, food, and educational materials about owning a pet; Whereas increased knowledge and awareness of animal rescue programs throughout the United States will significantly reduce the number of cats and dogs euthanized and reduce the number of animals returned to a shelter who have been rescued; Whereas loving families welcome pets to their new forever home Whereas lowering the number of animals in need of rescue, by spaying and neutering, can help alleviate the overcrowding of our Nation’s shelters; Whereas years of animal abandonment has left thousands of homeless pets in overpopulated shelters and rescues; Whereas a National Animal Rescue Day Whereas the first Saturday in October would be an appropriate day to designate as National Animal Rescue Day That the House of Representatives supports the designation of a National Animal Rescue Day

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of a National Animal Rescue Day to create awareness for animal rescue programs throughout the year and address the challenge of overpopulation through continued spaying and neutering.
Expressing support for health and wellness coaches.

Whereas lifestyle-related chronic diseases are at the heart of the current health care crisis in the United States; Whereas the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has deemed chronic disease the public health challenge of the 21st century Whereas decades of research have linked lifestyle factors, such as inactivity, poor diet, tobacco smoking, and sustained stress, with increased risk for major illnesses and death; Whereas attempts to reduce these lifestyle-related chronic diseases and costs have proven to be financially un­sus­tain­able within a system that rewards hospitalizations and invasive procedures; Whereas incentives for interventions and technologies that achieve desired outcomes such as outpatient care, risk management, patient support, and health coaching should be encouraged; Whereas a large gap exists between health care provider recommendations and sustainable health-related behavior change; Whereas health coaches are a new type of health care worker who serve as wellness guides and supportive mentors that motivate individuals to cultivate positive health choices and move them toward those specific goals; Whereas health coaches serve a vital role in improving an individual’s wellness that complements and does not replace the work of health care professionals; and Whereas there are an increasing number of studies that show the effectiveness of health and wellness coaches in improving individual health and wellness and reducing health care costs: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives supports the efforts of health and wellness coaches of the United States on their important work to improve the health and wellness of the Nation.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the efforts of health and wellness coaches.
Expressing support for the designation of the week of May 7, 2023, through May 13, 2023, as "National Correctional Officers Week".

National Correctional Officers Week Whereas the operation of correctional facilities represents a critical component of the criminal justice system of the United States; Whereas correctional officers play an important role in protecting the right of the public to be safeguarded from criminal activity, as with law enforcement officers; Whereas correctional officers are responsible for the care, custody, and dignity of the inmates charged to their care; Whereas correctional officers work under demanding circumstances and face danger and violence in their daily work lives; and Whereas the first week of May is recognized as National Correctional Officers Week That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Correctional Officers Week (2) honors all correctional officers for their service to their communities and States, and to the Nation.

Summary: This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Correctional Officers Week.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding prioritizing the COVID-19 vaccine for members of the military.

Whereas there are approximately 1,300,000 active duty servicemembers and hundreds of thousands of additional trainees; Whereas pharmaceutical companies Pfizer, BioNTech, and Moderna’s COVID–19 vaccines have shown early signs of success and could start to become available to the American people before the end of 2020; Whereas it is expected there could be around 40,000,000 doses of the COVID–19 vaccine available for distribution by the end of 2020; Whereas it is a priority to distribute the vaccine to those most vulnerable such as our Nation’s seniors and other high-risk groups starting in December 2020; Whereas the United States military and its trainees serve a vital role in protecting our Nation and keeping people across the world safe; Whereas our Nation’s servicemembers and trainees are dealing with low morale due to the COVID–19 pandemic with various lockdowns and not being able to train as normal; Whereas the United States military has continued to excel and perform as the world’s greatest professionals despite the challenges of the COVID–19 pandemic; and Whereas our Nation’s military is always ready for any challenge to protect the American people and those most vulnerable: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that it should be the policy of the United States to prioritize getting our Nation’s military and trainees the COVID–19 vaccine as soon as reasonably practicable.

Summary: This resolution expresses the support of the House of Representatives for a policy that prioritizes vaccination of military personnel and trainees against COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019).
Supporting the goals and ideals of Jubilee Day.

Whereas six months after the end of the Civil War, the Fisk School was established in Nashville, Tennessee; Whereas the Fisk School was designed by its founders to be an educational institution open to all, regardless of race or age; Whereas the Fisk School was incorporated as Fisk University in 1867; Whereas funding for the opening of the school was secured through the sale of slave paraphernalia; Whereas in 1871, a group of students at Fisk University formed a choral group, the Fisk Jubilee Singers, with the goal of raising money to finance the institution; Whereas in that same year, the Fisk Jubilee Singers took all the funds in the University treasury with them for travel expenses and set off on a tour of the United States and Europe; Whereas during their first tour, the Jubilee Singers raised enough money to preserve their university and pay for the construction of Jubilee Hall, the South's first permanent structure built for the education of African-American students; Whereas the Jubilee Singers introduced the world to the spiritual as a musical genre, emerging as the first internationally recognized group of African-American musicians; Whereas the Fisk Jubilee Singers continue to tour and perform and have received countless awards and honors; Whereas, on every October 6, Fisk University celebrates the original group of nine students and their music professor, George L. White, who toured internationally in hopes of raising money to save Fisk University from closing; and Whereas, on October 6, 2017, the Fisk University community will celebrate its 146th Jubilee Day: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the contributions of the Jubilee Singers to the United States musical landscape; (2) celebrates the hard work, perseverance, and accomplishments of the original Jubilee Singers and the continued success of the generations of Jubilee Singers who followed; and (3) supports the goals and ideals of Jubilee Day.

Summary: Recognizes the contributions of the Jubilee Singers to the musical landscape of the United States. Supports the goals and ideals of Jubilee Day.