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Recognizing and celebrating the centennial of the United States Navy Reserve.

Whereas the United States Navy Reserve was established on March 3, 1915, pursuant to the Naval Appropriations Act of 1916; Whereas the establishment of the Navy Reserve was due to a determined campaign by then Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels and his assistant, future President Franklin D. Roosevelt; Whereas the vigilance of the members of the Navy Reserve has been instrumental to the preservation of the freedom, security, and prosperity enjoyed by the people of the United States; Whereas the Navy Reserve has always acted as a bolstering support system for the regular Navy; Whereas the Navy Reserve provides essential naval war fighting capabilities and expertise, which are strategically aligned with mission requirements, as members of the Navy Reserve continue to be valued for their readiness, innovation, and agility; Whereas by 1945 (30 years into its existence) over 3 million sailors had served in World War I or World War II as members of the Navy Reserve; Whereas, over the years, the Navy Reserve has assisted the regular Navy in creating and sustaining high technology ships, while also providing sailors for almost every armed conflict since World War I; Whereas the role of the United States as a world leader requires a military force that is well-trained, well-equipped, and appropriately sized; Whereas the people of the United States will forever be in debt to the men and women of the Navy Reserve as they have, and will continue to, bolster the United States with the world’s strongest Navy; Whereas the Navy Reserve has and continues to represent its motto of Ready Then. Ready Now. Ready Always. Whereas the Navy Reserve, in executing a range of missions over the years, has continued to display to the world a number of core American values, including compassion, to show its flexibility by responding to unforeseen events, and to demonstrate its ability to provide support to the United States Armed Forces and project a stabilizing force: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the role and wisdom of Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels and future President Franklin D. Roosevelt in helping to establish the Navy Reserve; (2) recognizes and celebrates the centennial of the Navy Reserve and the role of the Navy Reserve as a component of the United States Armed Forces; (3) commends the efforts of the Navy Reserve in supporting the Navy, Marine Corps, and Joint Force, including the mobilization of Reserve sailors to support overseas contingency operations; and (4) honors the sacrifices made and services rendered by the members of the Navy Reserve who protect and serve the United States.

Summary: Recognizes the centennial of the Navy Reserve, its role as a component of the Armed Forces, and the role of Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels and future President Franklin D. Roosevelt in its establishment. Honors the service of Navy Reserve members who protect the United States and commends their efforts in supporting the Navy, Marine Corps, and Joint Force.
Recognizing linemen, the profession of linemen, the contributions of these brave men and women who protect public safety, and expressing support for the designation of April 18, 2023, as "National Lineman Appreciation Day".

National Lineman Appreciation Day Whereas the profession of linemen is steeped in personal, family, and professional tradition; Whereas linemen are often first responders during storms and other catastrophic events, working to make the scene safe for other public safety heroes; Whereas linemen must work high atop powerlines 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to keep electricity flowing; Whereas linemen play a vital role in the Nation’s economy by maintaining and growing the energy infrastructure of the United States; Whereas linemen must often work under dangerous conditions separated from their families to keep schools and businesses open; Whereas linemen deserve recognition from the community regarding the danger of their work; and Whereas, April 18, 2023, would be an appropriate date to designate as National Lineman Appreciation Day That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the efforts of linemen in keeping the power on and protecting public safety; (2) supports the designation of National Lineman Appreciation Day (3) recognizes linemen as first responders.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the efforts of linemen in keeping the electrical power on and protecting public safety. The resolution also expresses support for the designation of National Lineman Appreciation Day and recognizes linemen as first responders.
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Armed Services in the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress.

1. Amounts for Committee Expenses For the expenses of the Committee on Armed Services (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the Committee 2. Session Limitations Of the amount specified in section 1— (1) not more than $8,475,630 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2017, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2018; and (2) not more than $8,880,207 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2018, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2019. 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: Provides amounts for expenses of the House Committee on Armed Services for the 115th Congress.
Observing the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.

Whereas news of the end of slavery did not reach the frontier areas of the United States, in particular the State of Texas and other Southwestern States, until months after the conclusion of the Civil War, more than 2 and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation was issued on January 1, 1863; Whereas, on June 19, 1865, Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, upon landing in Galveston, Texas, issued General Order Number 3, pronouncing all slaves free, including absolute equality of personal rights; Whereas for 150 years, Juneteenth Independence Day celebrations have been held to honor African-American freedom while encouraging self-development and respect for all cultures; Whereas the faith and strength of character demonstrated by former slaves and their descendants remain an example for all people of the United States, regardless of background, religion, or race; and Whereas over the course of its history, the United States has grown into a symbol of democracy and freedom around the world: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day to the Nation; (2) supports the continued celebration of Juneteenth Independence Day to provide an opportunity for the people of the United States to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the Nation; (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe Juneteenth Independence Day with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs; (4) recognizes that the celebration of the end of slavery is an important and enriching part of the history and heritage of the United States; and (5) respectfully requests that the Clerk of the House transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation (NJOF) in appreciation of support given to the recognition of Juneteenth Independence Day.

Summary: Recognizes the historical significance to the nation, and supports the continued celebration, of Juneteenth Independence Day. Recognizes that the celebration of the end of slavery is an important and enriching part of the history and heritage of the United States.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7) to prohibit taxpayer funded abortions.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 7) to prohibit taxpayer funded abortions. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the Majority Leader and the Minority Leader or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. January 23, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7) to prohibit taxpayer funded abortions.
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 5376) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the bill (H.R. 5376) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14, with the Senate 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 the Budget or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendment. The Senate amendment and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for three hours equally divided among and controlled by the respective chairs and ranking minority members of the Committees on the Budget, Energy and Commerce, and Ways and Means, or their respective designees. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion. August 12, 2022 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 5376) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14.
A resolution commemorating the life and service of Benedict XVI, Pope Emeritus, and congratulating Pope Francis on his election as Supreme Pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church.

Whereas Benedict XVI, Pope Emeritus, a man of monumental courage and humility, whose unceasing love and devotion to the ministry of Christ helped steward the Catholic Church and the faithful through the daunting challenges of the 21st century; Whereas Benedict leaves behind an enduring legacy, both as renowned theologian and kind-hearted leader who balanced the august splendor of the papacy with a gentle humanity, and masterfully communicated the timeless morality of the Church in a crusade against the modern evils of relativism, materialism, and consumerism; Whereas the election to the papacy of His Holiness Pope Francis, formerly Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina, marks a groundbreaking moment in the life of the Catholic Church, elevating a marvelous suitor to lead the world’s largest apostolic Christian ministry; Whereas Pope Francis has inspired a vibrant sense of reform and spiritual renewal in the Church, representing the first pontiff born in the New World, the first hailing from Latin America, and the first prelate ordained in the renowned Society of Jesus or Jesuits; Whereas the Pope’s chosen regnal name of Francis, after St. Francis of Assisi, as well as his unrivaled reputation as a personally devoted minister to the needs of the poor and outcast, emphasizes the opportunities and obligations of mankind to serve a missionary role in advancing peace, social justice, and moral contemplation for the betterment of all God’s children; Whereas as President of the Argentine Episcopal Conference, Pope Francis’ experience as spiritual guide and premiere pastoral administrator of one of the Holy See’s largest and most active diocese reveals his unique ability to accomplish much needed reforms in the Vatican and sustain a growing Church in the world’s developing communities in Latin America, Africa, and Asia; and Whereas Pope Francis’ striking humility and simple gentleness empowers him to connect with and renew the hearts of the faithful and heal the recent wounds of the Church: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) offers its congratulations to Pope Francis as he embarks on the sacred burden as the leader of the world’s 1,200,000,000 Catholics; and (2) extends its gratitude and well-wishes to Benedict XVI, Pope Emeritus, for his service to the world community as he enters the next phase of his devotion to the Church in solemn prayer and reflection.

Summary: Offers the congratulations of the House of Representatives to Pope Francis as he embarks on leadership of of the world's 1.2 billion Catholics, and extends its gratitude and well-wishes to Benedict XVI, Pope Emeritus, for his service to the world community as he enters the next phase of his devotion to the Church.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that tax reform should jointly address corporate and pass-through entities in a fiscally responsible manner, and that reform should reduce the current tax rate differences between corporate and pass-through entities while maintaining adequate forms of organization for businesses.

Whereas pass-through entities such as S corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, and sole proprietorships account for more than 90 percent of all business entities; Whereas the Internal Revenue Service reports 4.5 million S corporations, 3.5 million partnerships and limited liability companies, 23 million sole proprietorships, and less than 2 million C corporations; Whereas pass-through entities employ 54 percent of the private sector workforce; Whereas pass-through entities are taxed at individual income tax rates; and Whereas the top pass-through tax rate is now 39.6 percent for taxable income above $400,000 and the top corporate income tax rate is 35 percent: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that tax reform should jointly address corporate and pass-through entities in a fiscally responsible manner, and that reform should reduce the current tax rate differences between corporate and pass-through entities while maintaining adequate forms of organization for businesses.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that tax reform should: (1) jointly address corporate and pass-through entities in a fiscally responsible manner, and (2) reduce the current tax rate differences between corporate and pass-through entities while maintaining adequate forms of organization for businesses.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to polio.

Whereas polio has paralyzed millions and killed untold numbers of others throughout history, yet continues to remain a public health threat in today's world, despite being easily preventable by vaccination; Whereas while polio has been eradicated in nearly every country, it remains in 3 countries, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Nigeria, placing children around the world, including in the United States, at risk; Whereas the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, a partnership with Rotary International (by establishing the historic PolioPlus Program), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization, the United Nations Children’s Fund, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, in collaboration with national governments, exists and seeks to forever end polio as an illness; and Whereas the United States has the capacity to act to speed the eradication of polio by assisting in the targeting of its few remaining reservoirs and supporting the efforts of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative around the globe: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses serious concern about the public health threat posed by polio; (2) implores the United Nations and its component agencies, the private sector, private voluntary organizations, nongovernmental organizations, concerned States, and international financial institutions to act with haste and manifold dedication to eradicate polio by 2018; and (3) calls upon the executive branch to provide the necessary human and material resources to end the scourge of polio once and for all, including closely monitoring laboratory stocks of the polio virus.

Summary: Expresses serious concern about the public health threat posed by polio. Implores various entities to act with haste and dedication to eradicate polio by 2018. Calls upon the executive branch to provide the necessary resources to end the scourge of polio, including closely monitoring laboratory stocks of the polio virus.
Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 18 through September 24, 2023, as "Rail Safety Week" in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of reducing highway-rail grade crossing-related incidents, fatalities, and injuries.

Rail Safety Week Whereas the first Rail Safety Week was held from September 24 through September 30, 2017, by the national education safety nonprofit Operation Lifesaver, the Department of Transportation, and other organizations; Whereas Rail Safety Week was launched to raise awareness about the need for increased education on how to be safe around highway-rail grade crossings and railroad tracks and to highlight efforts to further reduce incidents, injuries, and fatalities; Whereas the rail industry strives to safeguard drivers and pedestrians at highway-rail grade crossings through continuous maintenance, public safety campaigns with organizations like Operation Lifesaver, utilizing government and community collaboration, and heavy investment in technology; Whereas highway-rail grade crossing and trespassing incidents constituted approximately 96 percent of all rail-related fatalities during 2022; Whereas, since 2000— (1) the number of public highway-rail grade crossings has decreased by 18 percent; and (2) the number of gates at such crossings has increased by 59 percent; Whereas, in 2022, 58 percent of all highway-rail grade crossing incidents and 61 percent of all fatal highway-rail grade crossing incidents occurred at gated highway-rail grade crossings; Whereas preliminary Federal statistics indicate that 2,194 highway-grade crossing incidents occurred in the United States in 2022, resulting in 274 deaths and another 803 individuals injured; Whereas many incidents between trains and motor vehicles or pedestrians could have been prevented by increased education, engineering, and enforcement; Whereas Operation Lifesaver, the foremost public information and education program on rail safety, which administers a public education program about grade-crossing safety and trespassing prevention, enjoys broad bipartisan support; Whereas, during Rail Safety Week, from September 18 through 24, and throughout the year, everyone is encouraged to take added caution as motorists or pedestrians approach tracks or trains; Whereas the United States, Canada, and Mexico will concurrently observe Rail Safety Week; and Whereas this important observance should lead to greater safety awareness and a reduction in highway-rail grade crossing incidents and other railroad incidents: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Rail Safety Week (2) expresses strong support for— (A) the goals and ideals of Rail Safety Week; and (B) efforts to reduce rail-related incidents, fatalities, and injuries at highway-rail grade crossings; and (3) encourages the people of the United States— (A) to participate in Rail Safety Week events and activities; and (B) to educate themselves and others on how to be safe around railroad tracks and grade crossings.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of Rail Safety Week.
Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution

1. Short title This resolution may be cited as the Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution 2. Prohibiting Members of the House of Representatives from serving on boards of for-profit entities Rule XXIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended— (1) by redesignating clauses 19 through 22 as clauses 20 through 23, respectively; and (2) by inserting after clause 18 the following new clause: 19. A Member, Delegate, or Resident Commissioner may not serve on the board of directors of any for-profit entity. .

Summary: Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution This resolution prohibits Members, Delegates, or the Resident Commissioner of the House from serving on the boards of for-profit entities.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1937) to require the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to more efficiently develop domestic sources of the minerals and mineral materials of strategic and critical importance to United States economic and national security and manufacturing competitiveness.

That at any time after adoption of this resolution the Speaker may, pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House resolved into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1937) to require the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to more efficiently develop domestic sources of the minerals and mineral materials of strategic and critical importance to United States economic and national security and manufacturing competitiveness. The first reading of the bill shall be dispensed with. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. General debate shall be confined to the bill and shall not exceed one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Natural Resources. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. No amendment to the bill shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments are waived. At the conclusion of consideration of the bill for amendment the Committee shall rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions. October 20, 2015 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1937) to require the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to more efficiently develop domestic sources of the minerals and mineral materials of strategic and critical importance to United States economic and national security and manufacturing competitiveness.