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Electing certain members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Armed Services: Mr. Horsford. Committee on Rules: Mr. Neguse. Committee on Small Business: Mr. Carter of Louisiana, to rank immediately after Ms. Bourdeaux. Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure: Mr. Carter of Louisiana. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution elects Representative Steven Horsford to the House Committee on Armed Services, Representative Joe Neguse to the House Committee on Rules, and Representative Troy Carter to the House Committee on Small Business and the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Expressing support for designation of December 3, 2015, 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 the Digital Manufacturing and Design Innovation Institute and other Manufacturing Innovation 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, 2015, would be an appropriate date to designate as the “National Day of 3D Printing”: Now, therefore, be it 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: Supports the designation of a National Day of 3D Printing. Recognizes the economic impact of 3D printing and its positive implications for the U.S. advanced manufacturing sector. Encourages the promotion and celebration of 3D printing technology.
Relating to the consideration of House Report 113-415 and an accompanying resolution, and providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 565) calling on Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr., to appoint a special counsel to investigate the targeting of conservative nonprofit groups by the Internal Revenue Service.

That if House Report 113–415 is called up by direction of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform: (a) all points of order against the report are waived and the report shall be considered as read; and (b) (1) an accompanying resolution offered by direction of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform shall be considered as read and shall not be subject to a point of order; and (2) the previous question shall be considered as ordered on such resolution to adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question except: (i) 50 minutes of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform or their respective designees; (ii) after conclusion of debate one motion to refer if offered by Representative Cummings of Maryland or his designee which shall be separately debatable for 10 minutes equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent; and (iii) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. 2. Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order without intervention of any point of order to consider in the House the resolution (H. Res. 565) calling on Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr., to appoint a special counsel to investigate the targeting of conservative nonprofit groups by the Internal Revenue Service. The resolution shall be considered as read. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the resolution to adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question except 40 minutes of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary. May 6, 2014 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Provides for consideration and debate of House Report 113-415 and the accompanying resolution finding Lois G. Lerner, former Director, Exempt Organizations, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with a subpoena issued by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Makes it in order, upon adoption of such resolution, without intervention of any point of order, to consider the resolution (H. Res. 565) calling upon Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr., to appoint a special counsel to investigate the targeting by IRS of conservative nonprofit advocacy groups.
Recognizing the 160th anniversary of the peaceful resolution of the Pig War crisis.

Whereas for more than 40 years, Great Britain and the United States contended over the Oregon Country, which today comprises Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, as well as portions of Montana and Wyoming and the province of British Columbia; Whereas, on June 15, 1846, the two nations agreed upon the 49th parallel as the international boundary, but could not agree on a water boundary between Vancouver Island and the mainland, where the San Juan Islands lie; Whereas tensions over possession of the islands escalated to crisis proportions on San Juan Island when on June 15, 1859, a United States farmer shot and killed a pig belonging to the Hudson’s Bay Company, prompting dispatch of naval and military forces from both nations to the island’s southern shore; Whereas the crisis was resolved peacefully through a combination of restraint and diplomacy when United States Army Commander Lieutenant General Winfield Scott arrived from Washington, DC, to negotiate a standdown with British Columbia Governor James Douglas; Whereas the ensuing 12-year, peaceful joint military occupation of San Juan Island challenged United States soldiers and British Royal Marines to cope with the difficulty of 1860s military life in an isolated environment, yet formed a lasting friendship between the two garrisons; Whereas, in 1872, the boundary question was settled in favor of the United States through arbitration by Kaiser Wilhelm I of Germany, which brought a lasting peace on the 49th parallel between Great Britain, Canada, and the United States; Whereas San Juan Island National Historical Park was created in 1966 to commemorate the peaceful settlement of the Pig War crisis and celebrate the idea that individuals and nations can resolve their differences peacefully without resorting to violence; and Whereas diplomats and members of the military from the United States and the United Kingdom continue to serve their countries side by side in remote regions of the world: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives honors the 160th anniversary of the peaceful resolution of the Pig War crisis and applauds the close ties and lasting friendship between the United Kingdom and the United States.

Summary: This resolution honors the 160th anniversary of the peaceful resolution of the Pig War crisis, a 19th century dispute between the United States and Great Britain over the Oregon Country, and applauds the close ties between the United States and the United Kingdom.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1090) to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to provide protections for retail customers, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 1090) to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to provide protections for retail customers, 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 114–31 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 Financial Services; (2) the further amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, if offered by Representative Lynch of Massachusetts or his designee, which shall be in order without intervention of any point of order, shall be considered as read, shall be separately debatable for 10 minutes equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question; and (3) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1090) to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to provide protections for retail customers.
Recognizing August 2, National Night Out, the national coming together of Americans all over the Nation to unite and promote public safety.

Whereas on the first Tuesday of August, the Nation will observe National Night Out, a day to cultivate a better relationship between residents of a community and their local law enforcement, and to promote public safety; Whereas the participation in National Night Out by over 38,000,000 neighbors in over 16,000 communities across the United States for over 38 years is inspiring; Whereas the relationship between local law enforcement and the residents which they are sworn to protect is important in creating a true sense of community; Whereas general awareness of public safety has improved, because of the continued efforts of communities to meet their law enforcement officers and participate in National Night Out activities; and Whereas National Night Out not only includes Americans on the mainland, but includes those in United States territories and military bases to ensure all are included in the effort of community building and public safety awareness: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) encourages law enforcement departments to use National Night Out to improve relationships with the communities they serve; (2) encourages public safety departments to inform communities— (A) how to most effectively contact their 911 responders and emergency service providers; and (B) how they carry out their duties; and (3) recognizes the impact that has been made for over 38 years in communities all over the United States of America by National Night Out in creating a more united country by fostering relationships between residents, neighbors, and local law enforcement, and promoting public safety awareness.

Summary: This resolution encourages law enforcement departments to use the National Night Out as an opportunity to improve relationships with the communities they serve.
Memorializing those impacted by and lost to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Whereas the first Monday in March is recognized as COVID–19 Victims and Survivors Memorial Day; Whereas SARS–CoV–2, a novel coronavirus that causes COVID–19 disease (referred to in this preamble as COVID–19 Whereas, in late 2019, COVID–19 emerged and began to spread throughout the world, creating a global pandemic that has had a catastrophic impact on human life, communities in the United States, and the economy of the United States; Whereas, in March 2020, communities in every State began to experience increased death due to the COVID–19 pandemic, and families lost parents, siblings, children, friends, and neighbors to the virus; Whereas, beginning in 2020, many across the United States were and continue to be personally impacted by COVID–19 including mourning their loved ones or suffering from the long-term health implications of the virus; Whereas, by the end of February 2023, there had been more than 102,998,000 known cases of COVID–19 in the United States, and more than 1,113,000 people tragically lost their lives; Whereas COVID–19 has had a disproportionate impact on low-income communities and communities of color, rural and tribal communities, individuals with disabilities, individuals with weakened immune systems, individuals experiencing homelessness, and individuals living in congregate settings, such as long-term care facilities and prisons; Whereas COVID–19 has harmed the health and wellbeing of veterans, especially those struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder, by increasing social isolation and disrupting access to mental health services; Whereas COVID–19 has harmed the health and wellbeing of children by reducing access to care and health services, disrupting schooling, increasing stress on caregivers, and tragically robbing millions of children of a parent or caregiver; Whereas the symptoms and severity of COVID–19 can vary dramatically by individual, and million of survivors are experiencing long-term health implications of post-acute sequelae SARS–CoV–2 infection; Whereas public servants, frontline and essential workers, and health care and public health professionals took selfless actions to protect their neighbors and communities, support struggling local economies, and find innovative ways to provide services; Whereas local, State, Tribal, and Federal Government entities provided critical support to businesses, communities, and Americans in need; and Whereas each life lost to COVID–19 and each sacrifice made shall never be forgotten: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) will memorialize those lost to the COVID–19 pandemic; (2) recognizes the suffering of those who contracted the SARS–CoV–2 virus and those who continue to struggle with ongoing impacts of COVID–19; and (3) expresses support for the annual designation of COVID–19 Victims and Survivors Memorial Day

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of COVID-19 Victims and Survivors Memorial Day to memorialize the lives lost to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require that the House be in session at least 40 hours each week other than a week that is designated as a district work period.

That rule XIV is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: 7. (a) Except as provided by paragraph (b), the House shall be in session at least 40 hours each week other than a week that is designated as a district work period. (b) In any week in which a legal holiday occurs, other than a week that is designated as a district work period, the House shall be in session at least 8 hours per day for the remaining days of such week. .

Summary: Amends Rule XIV (Order and Priority of Business) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the House to be in session at least: (1) 40 hours each week other than a week that is designated as a district work period, and (2) 8 hours per day for the remaining days of any week in which a legal holiday occurs (other than such designated week).
Honoring the essential staff of the United States Capitol Complex as unsung heroes.

Whereas the COVID–19 public health emergency has displayed the importance of essential staff to keeping our country and the Federal Government operating; Whereas the essential staff of the United States Capitol Complex, including custodial, cafeteria and food service, maintenance, transportation, and infrastructure staff, show up daily to serve Members of Congress and staff regardless of political ideology, weather conditions, Government shutdowns, and more; Whereas essential staff are often underappreciated and overworked as they provide much needed services at the United States Capitol; Whereas the violent insurrection on January 6, 2021, left essential staff fleeing for their lives, with many staff detailing stories of hiding in closets or nearby offices fearing for their safety; Whereas essential staff, many of whom are minorities, were forced to confront the racist and White nationalist symbols that occupied the United States Capitol; Whereas essential staff, often left vulnerable in hostile situations, have had little time to process the traumatic events that took place on January 6, 2021; Whereas after the attack ended, essential staff worked through the evening and late-night hours to clean up the aftermath of the destructive mob that ransacked the Complex who left behind broken glass, doors, and signage, trash, and bigoted symbols, as well as the horrific and vile spreading of feces along walls; and Whereas essential staff continued their regular duties without delay through the long night while Members of Congress certified the results of the Presidential election: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) honors the essential staff of the United States Capitol Complex as unsung heroes; (2) recognizes and thanks the invaluable contributions of these staff before, during, and after the January 6, 2021, attack; and (3) extends its support to these staff as they recover from the ordeal of the attack and commits to better protecting all staff who work throughout the Capitol Complex.

Summary: This resolution honors the essential staff of the U.S. Capitol complex, recognizes and thanks them for their invaluable contributions, and commits to better protecting them.
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.

Whereas October 20, 1917, was the date on which the constitution and bylaws of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (then known as the American Dietetic Association) were adopted; Whereas the Academy was founded in Cleveland, Ohio, by a group of visionary women dedicated to helping the American government conserve food and improve the public’s health and nutrition during World War I; Whereas during its first century, the Academy has grown from a charter membership of 58 into a worldwide, diverse membership of more than 75,000 registered dietitian nutritionists, dietetic technicians, scientists, clinicians, educators, students, and other food and nutrition practitioners; Whereas members of the Academy have from the organization’s founding to the present day played a pivotal role in shaping the public’s food choices, improving people’s nutritional status, and preventing and treating chronic diseases across the lifecycle; and Whereas October 20, 2017, should be commemorated as the 100th anniversary of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; and (2) expresses hope that the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics proudly will enter its second century and honor its distinguished history by continuing to improve the Nation’s health, by setting as bold a vision for the future as its founders did in 1917, and by advancing the profession of dietetics through research, education and advocacy.

Summary: Commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Expresses hope that the academy will continue to improve the nation's health by advancing the profession of dietetics through research, education, and advocacy.
Supporting the contributions of Catholic schools.

Whereas Catholic schools in the United States are internationally acclaimed for their academic excellence and provide approximately 1,700,000 students with more than an exceptional scholastic education; Whereas Catholic schools instill a broad, values-added education emphasizing the lifelong development of moral, intellectual, physical, and social values in young people in the United States; Whereas Catholic schools serve the Nation by providing a diverse student population from all regions of the country and all socioeconomic backgrounds with a strong academic and moral foundation, including 21.5 percent of students from racial minority backgrounds, 18.6 percent from Hispanic heritage, and 20.3 percent from non-Catholic families; Whereas Catholic schools are an affordable option for parents, particularly in underserved urban areas; Whereas Catholic schools produce students strongly dedicated to their faith, values, families, and communities by providing an intellectually stimulating environment rich in spiritual, character, and moral development; Whereas Catholic schools are committed to community service, producing graduates who hold helping others Whereas the total Catholic school student enrollment for the 2022–2023 academic year is 1,700,000, and the student-teacher ratio is 11 to 1; Whereas the Catholic high school graduation rate is 98.9 percent, with 85.2 percent of graduates attending 4-year colleges; Whereas the week of January 29, 2023, to February 4, 2023, has been designated as National Catholic Schools Week Whereas National Catholic Schools Week was first established in 1974 and has been celebrated annually for the past 49 years; and Whereas the theme for National Catholic Schools Week 2023 is Catholic Schools: Learn. Faith. Excellence. Service. That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals of National Catholic Schools Week, an event— (A) cosponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops; and (B) established to recognize the vital contributions of the thousands of Catholic elementary and secondary schools in the United States; (2) applauds the National Catholic Educational Association and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops on their selection of a theme that all can celebrate; and (3) supports— (A) the dedication of Catholic schools, students, parents, and teachers across the United States toward academic excellence; and (B) the key role they play in promoting and ensuring a brighter, stronger future for the Nation.

Summary: This resolution supports the goals of National Catholic Schools Week, an event cosponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and established to recognize the contributions of Catholic elementary and secondary schools in the United States.