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Recognizing the 69th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the celebration of "Human Rights Day".

Human Rights Day Whereas the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the United Nations 69 years ago on December 10, 1948, represents the first comprehensive agreement among nations as to the specific rights and freedoms of all human beings; Whereas the Universal Declaration of Human Rights upholds the basic principles of liberty and freedom enshrined within the United States Constitution and Bill of Rights; Whereas human rights awareness is essential to the realization of fundamental freedoms and contributes to promoting equality, preventing conflict and human rights violations, and enhancing participation in democratic processes; Whereas the Department of State has declared that a central goal of United States foreign policy is the promotion of respect for human rights, as embodied in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; and Whereas December 10 of each year is celebrated around the world as “Human Rights Day”: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the 69th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the celebration of “Human Rights Day”; (2) supports the ideals of human rights and reaffirms the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; (3) encourages all nations to continue working towards freedom, peace, and security, which can be achieved only through democracy, respect for human rights, and the rule of law; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to observe “Human Rights Day” and continue their commitment to upholding freedom, democracy, and human rights across the globe.

Summary: Recognizes the 69th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the celebration of Human Rights Day. Supports the ideals of human rights and reaffirms the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Encourages all nations to continue working towards freedom, peace, and security which can be achieved only through democracy, respect for human rights, and the rule of law.
Electing a certain 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 Agriculture: Mr. Bishop of Georgia. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution elects Representative Sanford Bishop to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Recognizing the 36th anniversary of National Missing Children's Day.

Whereas President Ronald Reagan proclaimed May 25 as National Missing Children’s Day; Whereas National Missing Children’s Day prompts parents, guardians, and other trusted adult role models to make child safety an unconditional priority; Whereas National Missing Children’s Day honors the duty and sacrifice of Federal, Tribal, State, and local law enforcement to locate and recover missing children; Whereas the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Crime Information Center reported 424,066 entries of missing children in 2018; Whereas the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children is the Nation’s clearinghouse on issues related to missing and exploited children; Whereas the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children plays a vital role in locating and recovering missing children by managing the AMBER Alert Secondary Distribution Program; Whereas law enforcement activates AMBER Alerts in the most serious child abduction cases; Whereas AMBER Alerts have been credited to the successful recovery of 957 children; Whereas the Ashlynne Mike AMBER Alert in Indian Country Act ( Public Law 115–166 Whereas efforts of Congress to provide resources, training, and technical assistance have increased the capabilities of Federal, Tribal, State, and local law enforcement to find children and return them home safely: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the 36th anniversary of National Missing Children’s Day; (2) encourages communities across the United States to raise public awareness on child safety; (3) recognizes the critical role of law enforcement and the justice system in preventing the abduction and exploitation of children; and (4) remembers the children who are still missing and honors the efforts of law enforcement to reunite such children with their families.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the 36th anniversary of National Missing Children's Day.
Expressing support for the designation of September 13, 2022, as "Intermodal Day".

Intermodal Day Whereas the intermodal industry is a vital part of the United States economy, generating more than $51,000,000,000 of revenue in North America annually and moving over 52,000,000 domestic and international containers on its network; Whereas intermodal provides a more sustainable cargo transportation option by decreasing CO2 emissions by 25,000,000 tons, highway maintenance costs by $1,700,000,000, and delivering $4,400,000,000 in annual savings to shippers; Whereas the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) represents a roster of over 1,000 corporate members including railroads, ocean carriers, ports, intermodal truckers and over-the-road highway carriers, intermodal marketing and logistics companies, and suppliers to the industry, providing IANA a unique position within the freight community, which is authoritative, holistic, and able to effect change that benefits everyone; and Whereas IANA is hosting the largest gathering of the intermodal freight supply chain at the Intermodal EXPO in Long Beach, California, September 12 through 14, 2022, supporting the shared needs, interests, and goals of its diverse members with business solutions, education, and networking opportunities: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives supports the designation of Intermodal Day

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of Intermodal Day to celebrate the intermodal industry's vital contribution to the movement of freight and to a vibrant U.S. economy.
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the House amendment to the bill (S. 764) to reauthorize and amend the National Sea Grant College Program Act, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (S. 304) to improve motor vehicle safety by encouraging the sharing of certain information; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the bill (S. 764) to reauthorize and amend the National Sea Grant College Program Act, and for other purposes, with the Senate amendment to the House amendment thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a motion offered by the chair of the Committee on Agriculture or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendment to the House amendment. The Senate amendment 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 Agriculture. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to adoption without intervening motion. 2. Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (S. 304) to improve motor vehicle safety by encouraging the sharing of certain information. 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 114-61 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 Energy and Commerce; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. 3. The requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII for a two-thirds vote to consider a report from the Committee on Rules on the same day it is presented to the House is waived with respect to any resolution reported on the legislative day of July 14, 2016, or July 15, 2016. July 12, 2016 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to the House amendment to the bill (S. 764) to reauthorize and amend the National Sea Grant College Program Act, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (S. 304) to improve motor vehicle safety by encouraging the sharing of certain information; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.
Expressing support for the designation of August 22, 2018, as national "Chuck Brown Day" and honoring his contributions to music and to the District of Columbia.

Chuck Brown Day Whereas Chuck Brown is known as the Godfather of Go-Go Whereas Chuck Brown, who was born on August 22, 1936, and passed away at the age of 75 on May 16, 2012, was a resident of the District of Columbia most of his life; Whereas Chuck Brown, who taught himself to play guitar, became a virtuoso singer, songwriter, guitarist, and band leader; Whereas Chuck Brown’s go-go beat gave the District of Columbia a musical identity of its own and reminds the Nation that Washington, DC, has always been the hometown of talented artists, such as Duke Ellington and Marvin Gaye; Whereas Chuck Brown’s musical catalogue spans 22 studio albums over 3 decades; Whereas Chuck Brown’s hit Bustin’ Loose Whereas Chuck Brown earned a Grammy nomination in 2010 for the song Love We Got This Whereas Chuck Brown’s go-go has been passed from generation to generation with undiminished popularity; Whereas Chuck Brown influenced jazz, rap, and go-go musicians, such as the bands Trouble Funk, Rare Essence, and Experience Unlimited (also known as E.U.); Whereas Chuck Brown was so committed to securing statehood and equal voting rights for the residents of the District of Columbia that he played a concert on a very hot, humid day on the United States Capitol grounds in 2010; Whereas the District of Columbia has named a street located near the historic, modernized Howard Theatre for Chuck Brown; Whereas the District of Columbia has named a park located at 2901 20th Street, NE, for Chuck Brown; Whereas Chuck Brown is admired for having risen from humble beginnings and overcoming time in prison to become a devoted father and family man; Whereas Chuck Brown was a great, multitalented musician who brought joy through his music, never stopping until his death; and Whereas August 22, 2018, is Chuck Brown’s birthday: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Chuck Brown Day (2) honors Chuck Brown’s contributions to music and to the District of Columbia.

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of a Chuck Brown Day and honors Brown's contributions to music and to Washington, DC.
Condemning the acts of terrorism committed by Hamas against the people of the State of Israel.

Whereas the democratic, Jewish State of Israel is a key ally and a strategic partner of the United States; Whereas it remains a standing policy of the United States to support Israel’s security efforts; Whereas American policy has long sought to bring peace to the Middle East and recognize that both the Israeli and Palestinian people should be able to live in safe and sovereign states, free from fear and violence, with mutual recognition; and Whereas Hamas began launching rockets into the Israeli capital of Jerusalem and surrounding areas belonging to the Jewish people of Israel: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) condemns the acts of terrorism committed by Hamas against the people of the State of Israel; (2) recognizes Jerusalem as the legitimate capital city of the State of Israel; (3) supports Israel’s efforts of self-determination and collective security against external forces; and (4) reaffirms support for policies and initiatives combatting anti-Semitic behavior around the world.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for Israel's efforts of self-determination and collective security against external forces, recognizes Jerusalem as the legitimate capital city of Israel, and condemns actions by Hamas against the people of Israel.
Recognizing the historic, cultural, and religious significance of the festival of Vaisakhi, and for other purposes.

Whereas Vaisakhi has been celebrated in the Punjab region of South Asia for centuries and today is also celebrated in communities throughout India, in the United States, and around the world; Whereas Vaisakhi is an annual festival celebrating the spring harvest season; Whereas Vaisakhi is of particular significance to the Sikh religion and is one of the most important dates in Sikh history; Whereas, for Sikhs, Vaisakhi commemorates the creation of the Khalsa, a fellowship of devout Sikhs, by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699; and Whereas Vaisakhi celebrates community, prosperity, and continued progress in the year ahead: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the historic, cultural, and religious significance of the festival of Vaisakhi; (2) recognizes the significance of Vaisakhi to Sikh communities in the United States and around the world; and (3) expresses its respect for all communities that celebrate Vaisakhi.

Summary: Recognizes the historic, cultural, and religious significance of the festival of Vaisakhi and its significance to Sikh communities in the United States and around the world. Expresses respect for all communities that celebrate Vaisakhi.
Expressing support for the designation of the week of May 1, 2022, through May 7, 2022, 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.
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to exclude certain organizations from the definition of earmark.

That clause 9(e) of rule XXI of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following: Such term shall not include a provision or report language providing, authorizing or recommending any such specific amount to an entity that is— (1) a non-profit corporation that is (or has any subsidiary that is) a federally chartered corporation; and (2) determined by the chair, in consultation with the ranking member, of the Committee on Appropriations to have main focus on character development, mentoring, education, or training of individuals who have not attained 19 years of age. .

Summary: Amends Rule XXI (Restrictions on Certain Bills) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to exclude from the meaning of "earmark" a provision or report language providing, authorizing, or recommending any specific amount of spending authority for a contract, loan, grant, or other expenditure with or to an entity, or targeted to an entity, that is: a non-profit corporation that is (or has any subsidiary that is) a federally chartered corporation; and determined by the chair, in consultation with the ranking member of the House Committee on Appropriations, to have its main focus on character development, mentoring. education, or training of individuals under age 19.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Trade Representative should promptly resume negotiations to conclude the Environmental Goods Agreement.

Whereas climate change is an existential threat to our way of life, impacting our health, national security, and economic prosperity; Whereas transitioning towards a low-emissions economy must be a priority for all countries; Whereas the United States is only responsible for 13 percent of global emissions; Whereas the United States must seek to address climate change through domestic policy and global action; Whereas, on July 8, 2014, the United States and other member countries of the World Trade Organization, accounting for nearly 90 percent of global exports in environmental goods, began negotiations on the Environmental Goods Agreement; Whereas the Environmental Goods Agreement would eliminate tariffs on a broad range of environmental goods including wind turbines, water treatment filters, solar water heaters, and bicycles; Whereas the United States is a leader in the development of environmental goods, but such goods can face tariffs as high as 50 percent when exported to other countries; Whereas the negotiations represent a significant opportunity to help countries across the world access high-quality affordable environmental goods while also leveling the playing field for American manufacturers and supporting green jobs; and Whereas reengaging on the Environmental Goods Agreement must be part of a larger set of efforts aimed at combating the climate emergency, achieving a clean energy economy, and reaching net-zero emissions by the year 2050: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that not later than 90 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, the United States Trade Representative should resume negotiations to conclude the Environmental Goods Agreement.

Summary: This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the U.S. Trade Representative should resume negotiations to conclude the Environmental Goods Agreement, which would eliminate tariffs on a range of environmental goods such as wind turbines, water treatment filters, and solar water heaters.
Promoting awareness of motorcycle profiling and encouraging collaboration and communication with the motorcycle community and law enforcement officials to prevent instances of profiling.

Whereas motorcycle ridership has continued to increase over time with registrations growing from 3,826,373 in 1997 to 8,600,936 in 2015; Whereas, as of August 2016, the ongoing National Motorcycle Profiling Survey 2016, conducted by the Motorcycle Profiling Project, found that approximately 1/2 Whereas motorcycle profiling means the illegal use of the fact that a person rides a motorcycle or wears motorcycle related apparel as a factor in deciding to stop and question, take enforcement action, arrest, or search a person or vehicle with or without legal basis under the Constitution of the United States; Whereas complaints surrounding motorcycle profiling have been cited in all 50 States; Whereas nationwide protests to raise awareness and combat motorcycle profiling have been held in multiple States; Whereas in 2011, Washington signed into law legislation stating that the criminal justice training commission shall ensure that issues related to motorcycle profiling are addressed in basic law enforcement training and offered to in-service law enforcement officers in conjunction with existing training regarding profiling; Whereas reported incidents of motorcycle profiling have dropped approximately 90 percent in the State of Washington since the 2011 legislation was signed into law; and Whereas in the spring of 2016, Maryland became the second State to pass a law addressing the issue of motorcycle profiling: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) promotes increased public awareness on the issue of motorcycle profiling; (2) encourages collaboration and communication with the motorcycle community and law enforcement to engage in efforts to end motorcycle profiling; and (3) urges State law enforcement officials to include statements condemning motorcycle profiling in written policies and training materials.

Summary: Promotes increased public awareness of motorcycle profiling. Encourages collaboration and communication with the motorcycle community and law enforcement to engage in efforts to end motorcycle profiling. Urges state law enforcement officials to include statements condemning motorcycle profiling in written policies and training materials.
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 2, 2022, through October 8, 2022, as "Latex Allergy Awareness Week".

Latex Allergy Awareness Week Whereas incidences of latex allergies have increased due to widespread exposure to products containing latex rubber allergen; Whereas latex allergies can be elicited by touching a product containing natural rubber latex, breathing airborne latex protein particles, or digesting food prepared using latex gloves; Whereas those who suffer from latex allergies commonly suffer from cross-reactive food allergies or asthma; Whereas latex allergies can be prevented by avoiding all latex-related products which can be found in health care environments, restaurants, childcare facilities, workplaces, schools, communities, and homes; and Whereas the week of October 2, 2022, through October 8, 2022, would be appropriate to designate as Latex Allergy Awareness Week That the House of Representatives supports the designation of Latex Allergy Awareness Week

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of Latex Allergy Awareness Week.
Commending and congratulating the University of Connecticut Men's Basketball Team for winning the 2023 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship.

Whereas, on Monday, April 3, 2023, the University of Connecticut Men’s Basketball Team (referred to in this preamble as the UConn Huskies Whereas this is the UConn Huskies fifth national championship, continuing the team’s undefeated streak in national championship games; Whereas all five titles were earned since 1999, a feat no other college team has surpassed; Whereas Adama Sanogo was named the Most Outstanding Player of the tournament, averaging 19.7 points per game with four double-doubles; and Whereas the UConn Huskies won every NCAA tournament game by 13 points or more, becoming only the fifth team in history to do so: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) commends the University of Connecticut Men’s Basketball Team for winning the 2023 NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship; (2) congratulates the fans, students, and faculty of the University of Connecticut; and (3) respectfully requests that the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) the President of the University of Connecticut, Radenka Maric; and (B) the Head Coach of the University of Connecticut Men’s Basketball Team, Dan Hurley.

Summary: This resolution commends the University of Connecticut Men's Basketball Team for winning the 2023 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship.