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Honoring Mark E. Miller for his distinguished public service and professional assistance to the United States Congress.

Whereas Mark E. Miller has served as the Executive Director of the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission for 15 years, and worked vigorously and tirelessly to ensure that the Commission fulfilled its mission of providing objective, empirically-driven policy analysis and advice to the Congress; Whereas Mark E. Miller has provided invaluable advice on complicated Medicare payment issues to majority and minority leadership, committee, and Member offices regarding health care legislation, and served as a trusted source of objective information; Whereas Mark E. Miller has helped to shape many of the major laws affecting the Medicare program passed during his tenure, and his work has improved the lives of tens of millions of Americans who are covered through Medicare; Whereas Mark E. Miller has served consistently with professionalism, expertise, energy, patience, and dedication; Whereas Mark E. Miller has devoted many full days and many long nights and weekends to this work, helping to make the Commission what it is today; and Whereas Mark E. Miller brought a sense of purpose, as well as his good humor, to the sometimes grueling work of developing Medicare policy: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives expresses its sincere appreciation and deep gratitude to— (1) Mark E. Miller for his distinguished public service and professional assistance to the United States Congress; and (2) the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission for its 20 years of professionalism and dedication in its assistance in shaping Medicare policy.

Summary: Honors: (1) Mark E. Miller for his distinguished public service and professional assistance to Congress, and (2) the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission for its 20 years of professionalism and dedication in its assistance in shaping Medicare policy.
Expressing support for the designation of May 3, 2018, as a "National Day of Reason" and recognizing the importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.

National Day of Reason Whereas the application of reason has proven to offer hope for human survival upon Earth, improving conditions within the universe, and cultivating intelligent, moral, and ethical interactions among people and their environments; Whereas those who wrote the Constitution, the basic document for governing the affairs of humankind within the United States, based it upon principles delineated within the philosophies distinguishing the historical Age of Reason; Whereas most citizens of the United States purport to value reason and its application; Whereas it is the duty and responsibility of every citizen to promote the development and application of reason; and Whereas May 3, 2018, would be an appropriate date to designate as a National Day of Reason That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of a National Day of Reason (2) encourages all citizens, residents, and visitors to join in observing this day and focusing upon the employment of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry to the resolution of human problems and for the welfare of humankind.

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of a National Day of Reason. Encourages people to observe such day by focusing on the employment of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry to the resolution of human problems.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that fentanyl-related substances are a weapon of mass destruction and should be classified as such.

Whereas China remains the primary source of fentanyl precursors and fentanyl-related substances trafficked through international mail and into the United States; Whereas transnational criminal organizations in Mexico are rapidly increasing the flow of fentanyl-related substances into the United States over the porous Southern United States border; Whereas India has emerged as a growing supplier of precursor chemicals and fentanyl-related substances; Whereas, in July 2018, the Federal Bureau of Investigation Weapons of Mass Destruction Directorate assessed that fentanyl is very likely a viable option for a chemical weapons attack by extremists or criminals Whereas fentanyl and fentanyl-related substances trafficking operations are growing in sophistication according to the Drug Enforcement Administration; Whereas a single kilogram of fentanyl or a fentanyl-related substance can kill 500,000 individuals; Whereas an estimated 71,238 citizens of the United States have lost their lives from a synthetic opioid overdose in 2021 according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Whereas fentanyl is the leading driver of the United States ongoing opioid crisis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; and Whereas Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has sent a letter to President Biden urging him to classify illicit fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should classify synthetic fentanyl-related substances as a weapon of mass destruction.

Summary: This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should classify synthetic fentanyl-related substances as weapons of mass destruction.
Expressing support for the recognition and celebration of the vital role of small businesses, along with the efforts of the Small Business Administration to help Americans start, build, and grow businesses.

Whereas, as of September 2019, there are over 30,700,000 small businesses in the United States; Whereas small businesses in the United States— (1) represent 99.9 percent of all businesses in the United States; (2) employ nearly 60 million private sector employees in the United States; (3) create nearly two of every three of new jobs; and (4) constitute 97.5 percent of firms exporting goods; and Whereas the day of November 30, 2019, is an appropriate day to recognize small businesses and encourage consumers to support their local small businesses during the holiday shopping season: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives joins with the Small Business Administration in— (1) celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit of small business owners in the United States; (2) recognizing the importance of creating policies that promote a business-friendly environment for small business owners; (3) supporting and encourages young entrepreneurs to pursue their passions and create more startup businesses; (4) showing appreciation for the many ways that small businesses support their communities and their workers; and (5) celebrating the invaluable contribution that small businesses make to the United States as the backbone of the economy.

Summary: This resolution recognizes and celebrates small businesses by (1) acknowledging the importance of promoting a business-friendly environment for small business owners, (2) encouraging young entrepreneurs to pursue their passions and create more startup businesses, and (3) conveying appreciation for the ways small businesses support their communities and workers.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5525) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 5525) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendments 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) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. Upon passage of H.R. 5525 the title of such bill is amended to read as follows: ``Reducing spending, securing the border, and for other purposes.''. September 29, 2023 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5525) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024.
Expressing support for the recognition of October 2021 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month".

National Dyslexia Awareness Month Whereas dyslexia is— (1) defined as an unexpected difficulty in reading for an individual who has the intelligence to be a much better reader; and (2) most commonly caused by a difficulty in phonological processing (the appreciation of the individual sounds of spoken language), which affects the ability of an individual to speak, read, and spell; Whereas the First Step Act of 2018 ( Public Law 115–391 Whereas the definition of dyslexia in section 3635 of title 18, United States Code, as added by section 101(a) of the First Step Act of 2018 ( Public Law 115–391 Whereas dyslexia is the most common learning disability and affects 80 to 90 percent of all individuals with a learning disability; Whereas dyslexia is persistent and highly prevalent, affecting as many as 1 out of every 5 individuals; Whereas dyslexia is a paradox, in that an individual with dyslexia may have both— (1) weaknesses in decoding that result in difficulties in accurate or fluent word recognition; and (2) strengths in higher level cognitive functions, such as reasoning, critical thinking, concept formation, and problem solving; Whereas great progress has been made in understanding dyslexia on a scientific level, including the epidemiology and cognitive and neurobiological bases of dyslexia; Whereas the achievement gap between typical readers and dyslexic readers occurs as early as first grade; Whereas early screening for, and early diagnosis of, dyslexia are critical for ensuring that individuals with dyslexia receive focused, evidence-based intervention that leads to fluent reading, the promotion of self-awareness and self-empowerment, and the provision of necessary accommodations that ensure success in school and in life; and Whereas October 2021 is an appropriate month to designate as National Dyslexia Awareness Month That the House of Representatives— (1) calls on Congress, schools, and State and local educational agencies to recognize that dyslexia has significant educational implications that must be addressed; and (2) supports the designation of National Dyslexia Awareness Month

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of National Dyslexia Awareness Month and calls on Congress, schools, and educational agencies to recognize that dyslexia has significant educational implications that must be addressed.
Expressing support for designation of November 2016, as "National Bladder Health Month".

National Bladder Health Month Whereas tens of millions of people in the United States are affected by bladder diseases and conditions including urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, underactive bladder, interstitial cystitis, nocturia, urinary tract infections, bladder cancer, urotrauma, and neurogenic bladder; Whereas bladder diseases and conditions have a significant impact on health and quality of life, contributing to decreased physical activity (which can increase obesity levels and risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease), depression, social isolation, falls, sexual dysfunction, loss of self-esteem, hospitalizations, nursing home admissions, and even death; Whereas bladder diseases and conditions result in costs to the United States economy estimated at more than $70,000,000,000 annually; Whereas bladder problems are highly stigmatized, and open dialogue generated by Bladder Health Month can reduce stigma and empower providers and patients to have much-needed conversations about bladder health; Whereas medical and behavioral research to better understand and maintain bladder health and treat bladder diseases is critically needed, yet poorly recognized; Whereas bladder diseases and conditions are common in military veterans; Whereas more than 1 in 10 military servicemembers injured in Afghanistan and Iraq have urotrauma Whereas 1 in 3 younger women veterans report overactive bladder, stress urinary incontinence, and painful bladder symptoms; Whereas more than 3/4 Whereas bladder cancer is the fourth most commonly diagnosed cancer among Veterans Affairs (VA) Health System patients; Whereas preventative campaigns and measures for diseases and conditions this extensive and expensive are routine and accepted in common medical, societal, and public health practice, yet none exists in a large, systematic fashion for bladder health; and Whereas November 2016 would be an appropriate month to designate as National Bladder Health Month That the House of Representatives supports the designation of National Bladder Health Month

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of National Bladder Health Month.
Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Women's Congressional Staff Association.

Whereas, in August 2008, a bipartisan group of female congressional staffers founded the Women’s Congressional Staff Association (referred to in this preamble as the WCSA Whereas WCSA has over 400 active members in the House of Representatives and Senate; Whereas the commitment of the WCSA to bipartisanship fosters congeniality and respect in Congress; Whereas WCSA organizes and hosts a variety of career development opportunities for female staffers, such as resume reviews, networking workshops, and mock interview sessions; and Whereas WCSA provides mentoring opportunities to further the career advancement and professional education of young staffers: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Women’s Congressional Staff Association’s founding (referred to in this resolving clause as the WCSA (2) commends the WCSA on its many achievements and contributions to the congressional community; and (3) reaffirms the commitment of the House to supporting the professional development of female staff members.

Summary: Celebrates the 10th anniversary of the founding of the Women's Congressional Staff Association (the first official staff association focused on the professional development of female staffers).
Congratulating the National Institute of Nursing Research on the occasion of its 30th Anniversary.

Whereas the Institute of Medicine in 1983 recommended that nursing research be included in the mainstream of biomedical and behavioral science; Whereas the Congress established the National Center for Nursing Research within the National Institutes of Health to disseminate information related to basic and clinical nursing research through the passage of the Health Research Extension Act of 1985; Whereas the National Center for Nursing Research excelled in its purpose to support and provide research training, fellowships, and opportunities for our Nation’s nursing scientists; Whereas the Congress, recognizing the contributions of the National Center for Nursing Research to improving quality care and health, redesignated the center the National Institute of Nursing Research (in this resolution referred to as the NINR Whereas the NINR’s research focus for the past 30 years encompasses advances in health and wellness promotion, managing symptoms of acute and chronic illnesses, as well as innovations in science and practice; Whereas the NINR’s mission is to promote and improve the health of individuals, families, communities, and populations, across all stages of life; Whereas the NINR’s goal is to enhance nursing science and health care by integrating the biological and behavioral sciences, applying new technologies, promoting health equity, and developing scientists of the future; Whereas NINR funded scientists conduct patient-centered, point-of-care, biobehavioral research with a primary focus on health promotion, symptom management, quality of care, and quality of life; Whereas the NINR has a commitment to helping eliminate health disparities facing minority, underserved, and disadvantaged populations across the Nation; Whereas the NINR is the lead institute for palliative and end-of-life care research at the National Institutes of Health; and Whereas the NINR invests a large portion of its budget to train emerging scientists, ensuring a strong body of nursing knowledge is generated for the health of the Nation: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) congratulates the National Institute of Nursing Research on the occasion of its 30th Anniversary; and (2) commends the Institute for its ongoing support of nursing research integral to the health and well-being of Americans.

Summary: Congratulates the National Institute of Nursing Research on the occasion of its 30th anniversary. Commends the Institute for its ongoing support of nursing research.
Calling on the Government of the Russian Federation to provide evidence of wrongdoing or to release United States citizen Paul Whelan.

Whereas United States citizen Paul Whelan is a resident of Novi, Michigan, and a United States Marine Corps veteran; Whereas Paul Whelan traveled to Moscow for the wedding of a personal friend on December 22, 2018; Whereas Russia’s Federal Security Service arrested Paul Whelan at the Metropol Hotel in Moscow on December 28, 2018, and charged him with espionage; Whereas Paul Whelan was imprisoned in Lefortovo Prison and continues to be held there more than 8 months after his arrest; Whereas the Federal Security Service has not provided any evidence of supposed wrongdoing; Whereas a Moscow court has extended Paul Whelan’s pre-trial detention multiple times without publicly presenting justification or evidence of wrongdoing; Whereas officials from the United States Embassy in Moscow have routinely had their topics of discussion with Paul Whelan severely limited by the Federal Security Service; Whereas even Paul Whelan’s Federal Security Service-appointed lawyer, Vladimir Zherebenkov, said on May 24, 2019, [The Federal Security Service] always roll[s] out what they have, but in this case, we’ve seen nothing concrete against Whelan in five months. That means there is nothing. Whereas the United States Ambassador to Russia, Jon Huntsman, responded on April 12, 2019, to a question about the detention of Paul Whelan, If the Russians have evidence, they should bring it forward. We have seen nothing. If there was a case, I think the evidence would have been brought forward by now. Whereas Secretary of State Mike Pompeo met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on May 14, 2019, and urged him to ensure United States citizens are not unjustly held abroad: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) urges the Government of the Russian Federation to present credible evidence on the allegations against Paul Whelan or immediately release him from detention; (2) urges the Government of the Russian Federation to provide unrestricted consular access to Paul Whelan while he remains in detention; (3) urges the Government of the Russian Federation to ensure Paul Whelan is afforded due process and universally recognized human rights; (4) encourages the President and the Secretary of State to continue to press the Government of the Russian Federation at every opportunity and urge the Russian Government to guarantee a fair and transparent judicial process without undue delay in accordance with its international legal obligation; and (5) expresses sympathy to the family of Paul Whelan and expresses hope that their ordeal can soon be brought to an end. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution urges Russia to present credible evidence of wrongdoing against U.S. citizen Paul Whelan or immediately release him. It also urges Russia to provide unrestricted consular access to Whelan and to ensure that he is afforded due process and universally recognized human rights.
Recognizing the contributions of distribution and warehousing workers during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic.

Whereas the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID–19) has led to a state of unprecedented economic disruption in the United States; Whereas the widespread implementation of stay-at-home measures and restrictions on many categories of businesses produced a surge in demand for delivery services, with its effects felt at every link in the supply chain; Whereas employees in warehouses, shipping, and distribution centers have been called upon to fulfill this increased demand as essential workers during the pandemic; Whereas these employees work for long hours in physically demanding roles doing tasks essential for the economy; Whereas these employees have frequently lacked the personal protective equipment needed to fully guard against COVID–19; Whereas some employees are reported to have contracted the virus, and many workers fear that they may contract the virus because their essential work means they cannot remain at home; and Whereas workers in many facilities have requested their companies support them by providing information, safety equipment, adequate compensation, and other conditions necessary for them to do their jobs with confidence: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) declares that workers involved in the warehousing, distribution, and delivery industries play a vital role in sustaining the Nation during this emergency; (2) expresses gratitude to these workers and all who are performing essential tasks during this outbreak; (3) supports these workers’ receiving hazard pay, personal protective equipment, and adequate health insurance; and (4) calls upon the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to ensure that employers in these industries are maintaining a safe workplace free from hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees, including from COVID–19.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the contributions of distribution, delivery, and warehousing workers during the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic and calls upon the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to ensure that employers maintain safe workplaces for such workers.