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Providing for consideration of the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 644) to reauthorize trade facilitation and trade enforcement functions and activities, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 2250) making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 644) to reauthorize trade facilitation and trade enforcement functions and activities, and for other purposes. All points of order against the conference report and against its consideration are waived. The conference report shall be considered as read. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the conference report to its adoption without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate; and (2) one motion to recommit if applicable. 2. Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the bill (H.R. 2250) making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, and for other purposes, with the Senate amendments thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a single motion offered by the chair of the Committee on Appropriations or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendments. The Senate amendments and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 644) to reauthorize trade facilitation and trade enforcement functions and activities, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 2250) making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016.
Designating May 28, 2020, as the first annual "National Food Allergy Prevention Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage the prevention of severe food allergies among children.

National Food Allergy Prevention Awareness Day Whereas 32 million Americans live with food allergies, including many that are life-threatening, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the prevalence of food allergies in children increased by 50 percent between 1997 and 2011; Whereas food allergies have an enormous impact on quality of life for the 1 in 13 children who develops a severe food allergy, and one-third of children over the age of 5 with allergies are bullied for their allergy; Whereas there is an annual cost to families in the United States of nearly $25 billion per year, not including the impact to quality of life; Whereas many children who develop a food allergy do not have a family history of food allergies, and therefore the family is much less aware of the life-changing consequences of developing a food allergy and the need for food allergy prevention; Whereas research has shown that early introduction has shown promise in reducing the impact of food allergies in studies where parents feed peanuts and eggs, allergenic foods, to their babies as early as 4 to 6 months of age; and Whereas medical guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases recommend early peanut introduction with different approaches depending on the child’s risk category of developing an allergy: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of the first annual National Food Allergy Prevention Awareness Day (2) recognizes— (A) the National Institutes of Health and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases for funding the initial food allergy prevention research through the Learning Early About Peanut Allergy (LEAP) trial; and (B) the advocacy community for its work to educate parents about food allergy prevention; (3) encourages health care providers, the public health community, businesses, individuals, and Federal, State, and local governments, to work together to raise awareness of food allergy prevention to reduce the number of individuals in the United States who have severe food allergies; and (4) encourages State and Federal health agencies to further expand research in food allergy prevention and into how we can dramatically reduce food allergies in the United States.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of National Food Allergy Prevention Awareness Day and encourages awareness of, and research into, food allergy prevention.
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to permit Members to vote by proxy in certain cases, and for other purposes.

1. Permitting proxy voting for Members in certain cases Clause 2 of rule III of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended— (1) in paragraph (a), by striking A Member may not Except as provided in paragraph (c), a Member may not (2) in paragraph (b), by striking No other person may Except as provided in paragraph (c), no other person may (3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: (c) In the case of a Member who has given birth, the Member may, during the period that begins on the date of such birth and ends 6 weeks after such date, designate another Member as a proxy who may cast the vote of such Member, but in no case may another Member record the presence of such Member for the purposes of establishing a quorum in the House or the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. .

Summary: This resolution permits a Member of the House of Representatives who has given birth to designate another Member as a proxy to vote, except for a quorum call. The Member may designate such a proxy for up to six weeks after the birth.
Disapproving of President Obama and his administration's refusal to veto the anti-Israel resolution adopted by the United Nations Security Council on December 23, 2016.

Whereas the State of Israel has been a loyal friend and strong ally to the United States since its establishment in 1948; Whereas the United States Government has historically opposed and vetoed United Nations Security Council resolutions that are one-sided and anti-Israel; Whereas, on December 23, 2016, the United Nations Security Council adopted an anti-Israel resolution that threatens peace in the Middle East and breaks longstanding United States foreign policy; and Whereas the United States Government, under the direction of President Barack Obama, broke its longstanding commitment to the State of Israel, our strongest ally in the Middle East, by refusing to veto this one-sided and anti-Israel resolution: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) disapproves of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2334 adopted on December 23, 2016; (2) disapproves of President Barack Obama and his administration’s failure to veto this one-sided and anti-Israel resolution; (3) affirms the United States Government in the future must continue to oppose and veto United Nations Security Council resolutions that are one-sided and anti-Israel; (4) affirms its commitment to the State of Israel as our loyal friend and strong ally in the Middle East; and (5) affirms its commitment to work with future Presidents to strengthen our alliance with the State of Israel.

Summary: Disapproves of: (1) United Nations Security Council Resolution 2334, adopted on December 23, 2016; and (2) President Obama and his administration's failure to veto such resolution. (The resolution reaffirms that settlements established by Israel in Palestinian territory occupied since 1967, including East Jerusalem, constitute a flagrant violation under international law and a major obstacle to a two-state solution and comprehensive peace.) Calls for the U.S. government to oppose and veto Security Council resolutions that are one-sided and anti-Israel. Affirms the commitment of the House of Representatives: (1) to Israel, and (2) to work with future Presidents to strengthen the U.S. alliance with Israel.
Commemorating one year since the domestic terror attack motivated by white supremacy occurred in El Paso, Texas, on August 3, 2019.

Whereas August 3, 2020, marks one year since the domestic terror attack motivated by white supremacy occurred in El Paso, Texas, on August 3, 2019; Whereas, on August 3, 2019, a domestic terrorist confessed to driving approximately 10 hours, over 600 miles, to target Latinos; Whereas, as a result, 23 people lost their lives and 22 more were injured in what is the deadliest anti-Latino attack in recent American history; Whereas the Nation mourns for the families of André Pablo Anchondo, Jordan Kae Anchondo, Arturo Benavides, Jorge Calvillo Garcia, Leonardo Campos Jr., Maribel Hernandez-Loya, Adolfo Cerros Hernández, Sara Esther Regalado Monreal, Guillermo Coach Memo Whereas the House Judiciary Committee held a hearing in El Paso, Texas, on September 6, 2020, entitled Oversight of the Trump Administration’s Border Policies and the Relationship Between Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric and Domestic Terrorism Whereas the El Paso, Texas, community continues to recover from this tragedy, lifts up the victims, supports the survivors, and thanks law enforcement, first responders, and health care workers for their efforts to save lives; Whereas the El Paso, Texas, community united to decry this attack motivated by racism and xenophobia, mourned the lives lost, and raised nearly 12 million dollars for impacted individuals; and Whereas the community is El Paso Strong: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) remembers the victims, survivors, and the El Paso community on the one year anniversary of the deadliest attack against Latinos in recent history; (2) offers condolences and support for everyone impacted by the tragedy; (3) thanks the first responders and law enforcement for their swift action; (4) commends the health care workers who treated the victims and saved as many lives as they could; (5) condemns racism and hate in all forms including anti-immigrant policies and rhetoric; (6) acknowledges the work that remains to combat racism, xenophobia, terrorism, and hate crimes, including by passing legislation to curb America’s gun violence epidemic; and (7) commits to ensuring that another tragedy such as this never happens again.

Summary: This resolution remembers the victims, survivors, and the El Paso community on the one-year anniversary of the deadliest attack against Latinos in recent history. The resolution offers condolences and support for everyone impacted by the tragedy. The resolution thanks the first responders and law enforcement for their swift action. The resolution acknowledges the work that remains to combat racism, xenophobia, terrorism, and hate crimes, including by passing legislation to curb gun violence. Finally, the resolution commits to ensuring that another tragedy such as this never happens again.
Adjusting the amount of the Members' Representational Allowance.

Whereas on June 14, 2017, an armed gunman opened fire at a practice for the annual Congressional Baseball Game for Charity, wounding five individuals; Whereas Members of the House are understandably concerned about the security of their staff and the constituents they serve, as well as their personal security; Whereas the Members' Representational Allowance (MRA) is available for ordinary and necessary expenses associated with security measures; and Whereas heightened security concerns necessitate an adjustment in the MRA to provide Members with additional resources: Now, therefore, be it That pursuant to section 1(b) of House Resolution 1372, Ninety-fourth Congress, agreed to July 1, 1976, as enacted into permanent law by section 101 of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1977 ( 2 U.S.C. 4314 Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Increases the Members' Representational Allowance for each Member of the House of Representatives (including the Delegates and Resident Commissioner) by $25,000, to be available through January 2, 2018.
Recommending that the House of Representatives find Peter K. Navarro and Daniel Scavino, Jr., in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with subpoenas duly issued by the Select Committee to investigate the January 6th attack on the United States Capitol.

That Peter K. Navarro and Daniel Scavino, Jr., shall be found to be in contempt of Congress for failure to comply with congressional subpoenas. That pursuant to 2 U.S.C. §§ 192 and 194, the Speaker of the House of Representatives shall certify the report of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol, detailing the refusal of Peter K. Navarro to produce documents or appear for a deposition before the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol as directed by subpoena, to the United States Attorney for the District of Columbia, to the end that Mr. Navarro be proceeded against in the manner and form provided by law. That pursuant to 2 U.S.C. §§ 192 and 194, the Speaker of the House of Representatives shall certify the report of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol, detailing the refusal of Daniel Scavino, Jr., to produce documents or appear for a deposition before the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol as directed by subpoena, to the United States Attorney for the District of Columbia, to the end that Mr. Scavino be proceeded against in the manner and form provided by law. That the Speaker of the House shall otherwise take all appropriate action to enforce the subpoenas. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution finds Peter K. Navarro and Daniel Scavino Jr. in contempt of Congress for failing to comply with congressional subpoenas. The resolution also directs the Speaker of the House to (1) certify the related reports from the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol to the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia for criminal proceedings, and (2) take all other appropriate action to enforce the subpoenas.
Supporting the goals and ideals of S.M.A.R.T. Parent Day, and inviting State and local governments to recognize this day.

Whereas parents becoming aware of the many new media applications and settings is necessary to keep children safe from cyberbullying; Whereas children must be educated to recognize mutual respect for themselves and others while using social media to stymie the harms of cyberbullying; Whereas healthy interpersonal relationships require an appropriate balance between direct and cyber communication; Whereas parental engagement with children on the appropriate timing and use of cyber and cellular communication prevents and identifies cyberbullying, while building better communities; Whereas H.B. 315, as passed by the Ohio House of Representatives, would recognize the sixth day of October as S.M.A.R.T. Parent Day Social Media Awareness, Respect, and Timing That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses its support for the goals and ideals of S.M.A.R.T. Parent Day; (2) encourages families, children, and schools to recognize the importance of social media awareness and have conversations together about their appropriate uses and timing; and (3) invites State and local governments to recognize this day.

Summary: Expresses support for the goals and ideals of S.M.A.R.T. Parent Day. Encourages families, children, and schools to recognize the importance of social media awareness and have conversations about its appropriate uses and timing.
Expressing support for the designation of December 3, 2023, as the "National Day of 3D Printing".

National Day of 3D Printing Whereas additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, is a process by which digital 3D design data is used to build up a component in layers by depositing material; Whereas 3D printing creates an object layer by layer, greatly reducing waste and increasing efficiency compared to traditional manufacturing techniques; Whereas 3D printing has grown exponentially over the last several years; Whereas the United States is a world leader in advanced manufacturing, and has a history of design innovation; Whereas public-private partnerships that promote advanced manufacturing, such as America Makes, Manufacturing x Digital, and other Manufacturing USA institutes, will develop enhanced digital capabilities to design and test new products and reduce costs in manufacturing processes across a variety of industries; Whereas 3D printing has widespread applications in home construction, home goods production, biotechnology, the automotive sector, aerospace, medicine, consumer electronics, and defense; Whereas 3D printing has the potential to reshape manufacturing in the United States, by decreasing the cost of producing goods for small businesses and local manufacturers; Whereas innovation will be increased, as 3D printing reduces the time required for product development and market launch; and Whereas December 3, 2023, would be an appropriate date to designate as the National Day of 3D Printing That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of the National Day of 3D Printing (2) recognizes the economic impact of 3D printing and the positive implications of 3D printing for the United States advanced manufacturing sector; and (3) encourages the promotion and celebration of 3D printing technology.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of a National Day of 3D Printing. The resolution also recognizes the economic impact of 3D printing and its positive implications for the U.S. advanced manufacturing sector. Finally, the resolution encourages the promotion and celebration of 3D printing technology.
Condemning the murder of Alireza Fazeli Monfared and the practice of so-called "honor killings" in Iran, and for other purposes.

honor killings Whereas Alireza Fazeli Monfared, a 20-year-old citizen of Iran, reportedly was brutally murdered by relatives on May 4, 2021, in a rural village near Ahvaz, Iran; Whereas Mr. Monfared’s murder was reportedly perpetrated as an honor killing Whereas the denial of fundamental freedoms and the equal protection of the law on any basis, including sexual orientation, is contrary to international human rights conventions, including the United Nations Charter and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; Whereas Iran’s failure to adequately dissuade the abhorrent practice of honor killings Whereas officials in Iran do not uniformly prosecute honor killings Whereas Iran does not publish official statistics on the number of suspected honor killings Whereas Iran offers no public reports or statistics related to the prosecutions of those responsible for honor killings honor killings That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the murder of Mr. Alireza Fazali Monfared was an abhorrent crime that should be thoroughly investigated and fully prosecuted; (2) the practice of honor killings (3) the Secretary of State, like-minded allied and partner countries, and the United Nations should— (A) publicly rebuke Iran for its failure to comprehensively address the practice of honor killings (B) support independent efforts to document honor killings and other human rights violations in Iran; and (C) condemn Iranian human rights abuses against vulnerable populations, including abuses based on sex, sexual orientation, and gender expression.

Summary: This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the murder of Alireza Fazeli Monfared should be investigated and prosecuted and that the practice of honor killings in Iran is a violation of internationally recognized human rights. Further, it urges the Department of State to rebuke Iran for this practice and to condemn Iranian human rights abuses against vulnerable populations, including abuses based on sex, sexual orientation, and gender expression.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the need to reduce the influence of money in politics.

1. Full disclosure and reducing the influence of money in politics It is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the case of Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (558 U.S. 310) opened the door to the corrupting influence of money in politics; (2) in order to restore the American people’s faith in the integrity of their elected government, Congress should have the power to regulate the raising and spending of money and in-kind equivalents with respect to Federal elections, including through regulating— (A) the amount of contributions to candidates for nomination or election to Federal office; (B) the amount of expenditures that may be made by, in support of, or in opposition to such candidates; and (C) the content and integrity of such expenditures; and (3) all political contributions should be publicly disclosed, including those made to or by independent groups, so that voters have complete information about who is paying for political advertisements.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the case of Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission opened the door to the corrupting influence of money in politics, (2) Congress should have the power to regulate the raising and spending of money and in-kind equivalents with respect to federal elections, and (3) all political contributions should be publicly disclosed so that voters have complete information about who is paying for political advertisements.