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Calling on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during October 2023 attack on Israel.

Whereas, on October 7, 2023, Hamas launched a brutal terrorist attack from Gaza into Israel and against the Israeli people; Whereas, on October 16, 2023, the Israeli military confirmed that Hamas killed more than 1,400 people in the attack; Whereas, on October 15, 2023, the United States Department of State confirmed that at least 30 Americans were killed in the attack; Whereas, on October 16, 2023, the Israeli military confirmed that Hamas was holding 199 hostages in Gaza who were abducted during the attack; Whereas Common Article 3 of the 1949 Geneva Conventions states that the taking of hostages is and shall remain prohibited at any time and in any place whatsoever; Whereas, on October 10, 2023, President Joe Biden confirmed that Americans are known to be among the hostages; Whereas it is reported that children and senior citizens are among the hostages; and Whereas Hamas has threatened to execute hostages and videotape the killings: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) condemns Hamas for its brutal attack on Israel; (2) condemns Hamas for the taking of hostages; (3) condemns Hamas for threats made against hostages; (4) demands that Hamas immediately release all hostages and return them to safety; (5) recognizes that the taking of hostages is a violation of international humanitarian law; and (6) expresses sympathy to the hostages, wounded, deceased, and their families for this travesty to justice and personal hardship. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution calls on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during its October 2023 attack on Israel. The resolution (1) condemns Hamas for attacking Israel, taking hostages, and for threats made against hostages; (2) demands that Hamas immediately release hostages; (3) recognizes that hostage-taking is a violation of international humanitarian law; and (4) expresses sympathy to the hostages, wounded, deceased, and their families.
Honoring and praising the American Jewish Committee (AJC) on the occasion of its 109th anniversary.

Whereas the American Jewish Committee (AJC) was founded on November 11, 1906, in New York City by a group of American Jews who wanted to raise awareness about pogroms (violent riots) targeting Jews in Russia; Whereas its mission statement is To enhance the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel, and to advance Jewish rights and Jewish values in the United States and around the world Whereas AJC recognizes that a violation of the rights of one group threatens the equality and justice of all; Whereas AJC’s groundbreaking research on prejudice and racism was cited in the historic Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education; Whereas AJC, an early supporter of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as well as the Voting Rights Act of 1965, has not wavered in its dedication to the civil rights struggle in the United States, as it remains committed to safeguarding human rights abroad; Whereas AJC has a long history of advocating and working as a coalition-builder for comprehensive immigration reform; Whereas AJC’s activism and awareness campaign on the horrors and lessons of the Holocaust contributed greatly to the inclusion of human rights provisions in the United Nations Charter; Whereas AJC, in partnership with the Jewish community and other civil society leaders, has been an essential resource and advocate in the fight against rising global anti-Semitism and other forms of bigotry; Whereas AJC has been a tireless defender of Israel, becoming the first American Jewish Organization to open an office in Israel, and an early and effective advocate of Israel’s acceptance into the global community; and Whereas AJC has worked to spread freedom and liberty all over the world: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the 109th anniversary of the historic founding of the American Jewish Committee; and (2) honors and praises the American Jewish Committee on the occasion of its anniversary for its efforts regarding human rights worldwide, interfaith dialogue, and the defense of Israel’s right to exist as a Jewish State.

Summary: Recognizes the 109th anniversary of the founding of the American Jewish Committee. Honors the American Jewish Committee for its efforts regarding human rights worldwide, interfaith dialogue, and the defense of Israel's right to exist as a Jewish state.
Recognizing Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Day on December 14, 2022.

Whereas, each December, the House of Representatives recognizes the positive contributions of interscholastic athletic administrators; Whereas the position of school athletic administrator is recognized as an important contributor to the educational community, which, like other academic professions, benefits greatly from continued education and certification; Whereas the position of school athletic administrator has stewardship over the largest department of staff members and students in high schools in the United States; Whereas the position of school athletic administrator involves serving as guardian over education-based athletics, which is one of the best dropout prevention programs in schools; Whereas school athletic programs foster the development of students physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally by enriching students through the life lessons learned through participation and competition; Whereas, for students, interscholastic athletic participation is an integral part of the educational experience and enhances the learning and maturation process; Whereas school athletic administrators are committed to developing and maintaining comprehensive education-based athletic programs that seek to achieve the highest development of all student athletes; Whereas school athletic administrators fulfill the professional responsibilities of those administrators with integrity and with a commitment to equality, safety, and instilling a passion for athletics in the next generation; Whereas school athletic administrators preserve, enhance, and promote the educational values of athletics in schools through professional growth in the areas of education, leadership, and service; Whereas school athletic administrators create and maintain high standards of ethics, sportsmanship, and personal conduct and lead coaching staffs, student athletes, and community members in pursuit of those high standards; and Whereas the athletic programs run by school athletic administrators have impacts that extend well beyond playing fields, athletic venues, and even schools: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the annual recognition of Interscholastic Athletic Administrators’ Day; (2) commends school athletic administrators for the commitment and leadership provided to student athletes at the secondary school level; and (3) commends the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association as the leading organization that prepares individuals who lead secondary school athletics throughout the United States, providing continuous learning, compassion, and preparation within the profession.

Summary: This resolution supports the annual recognition of Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Day. In addition, the resolution commends (1) athletic administrators for their commitment to secondary school student athletes, and (2) the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association for providing continuous learning and preparation to athletic administrators.
Acknowledging the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Korean War and Korean Defense Veterans.

Whereas, on June 25, 1950, North Korea invaded the Republic of Korea with approximately 135,000 troops to initiate the Korean War; Whereas nearly 1,800,000 members of the United States Armed Forces served along with the forces of the Republic of Korea and 20 other allied nations under the United Nations Command to defend freedom and democracy in the Korean Peninsula; Whereas the United States suffered 36,574 dead and 103,284 wounded during the Korean War in some of the most horrific conditions in the history of warfare; Whereas 70 years have passed since the signing of the cease-fire agreement at Panmunjom on July 27, 1953, and the Korean Peninsula still technically remains in a state of war; Whereas, known as Korean Defense Veterans Whereas the Korean War has become a Forgotten War Whereas many members of the Armed Forces who fought in the Korean War returned home without the fanfare that greeted the heroes of World Wars I and II; Whereas veterans of the Korean War and Korean Defense Veterans deserve to be recognized by all Americans for their honorable service during and after the Korean War in defense of democracy and freedom; and Whereas the people of the United States and the Republic of Korea are eternally grateful to the veterans of the Korean War and Korean Defense Veterans: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives recognizes the importance of the contributions and sacrifices made by the veterans of the Korean War and Korean Defense Veterans.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the importance of the contributions and sacrifices made by veterans of the Korean War and Korean Defense Veterans.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2642) to provide for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2018, and for other purposes.

That upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 2642) to provide for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2018, and for other purposes. 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 chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Agriculture; and (2) one motion to recommit. July 10, 2013 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2642) to provide for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2018.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 933) making appropriations for the Department of Defense, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013, and for other purposes.

That upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 933) making appropriations for the Department of Defense, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment 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 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; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. March 5, 2013 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 933) making appropriations for the Department of Defense, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 644) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend and expand the charitable deduction for contributions of food inventory, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 636) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend increased expensing limitations, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 644) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend and expand the charitable deduction for contributions of food inventory. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Ways and Means now printed in the bill, an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 114-5 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) 90 minutes of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. 2. Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 636) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend increased expensing limitations, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Ways and Means now printed in the bill, an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 114-6 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) 90 minutes of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. February 10, 2015 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 644) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend and expand the charitable deduction for contributions of food inventory, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 636) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend increased expensing limitations.
Expressing support for the designation of February 7 to 13, 2021, as "National Burn Awareness Week".

National Burn Awareness Week Whereas burn injuries continue to be one of the leading causes of accidental death and injury in our Nation where, tragically, children, the elderly, and the disabled are especially vulnerable to burn injuries, and almost one-third of all burn injuries occur in children under the age of 15; Whereas, annually, in the United States, approximately 400,000 people receive medical care for treatment of burn injuries; Whereas, in 2018 alone, there were 3,655 deaths from fire and smoke inhalation and another 40,000 people were treated in hospitals for burn-related injuries; Whereas compared to the overall population, children under 5 were 2 times as likely to be seen for burn injuries at a hospital emergency department; Whereas young adults in the 20 to 29 age group had 1.4 times the risk, and those in the 30 to 39 age group had 1.3 times the risk of the general population; Whereas the primary causes of injury include fire-flame, scalds, contact with hot objects, electrical, and chemicals, and most of the injuries occur in the home; Whereas, today, 96.8 percent of those who suffer burn injuries will survive, but, unfortunately, many of those survivors will sustain serious scarring, life-long physical disabilities, and adjustment difficulties; Whereas National Burn Awareness Week Whereas the theme for 2021 National Burn Awareness Week is Electrical Safety from Amps to Zap! Whereas significant research and medical advances have dramatically improved burn care and treatment, aided rehabilitation, shortened hospital stays, and increased burn survival rates; Whereas aftercare support for the physical and emotional effects of burns has played a key role in the successful reintegration of burn survivors into our communities and burn safety education and prevention efforts continue to reduce the number of people who suffer burns each year; Whereas many people devote their lives and careers to treating, caring for, supporting, and rehabilitating burn injury survivors, including those performing vital work in burn research and development; and Whereas there are dedicated firefighters who risk their own lives every day to protect others, as well as burn foundations and other life safety professionals who promote burn injury awareness and prevention: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of a National Burn Awareness Week (2) calls upon all government agencies, fire, life safety, health care organizations, communications media, and the people of our Nation to observe National Burn Awareness Week

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of National Burn Awareness Week.
Supporting raising awareness and educating the public about upper limb and lower limb differences.

Whereas April is designated as National Upper and Lower Limb Differences Month Wear Orange Day Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that each year 1,500 babies in the United States are born with upper limb reductions and 750 babies are born with lower limb reductions; Whereas the cause of limb differences at birth is unknown; and Whereas people with limb differences will face various difficulties, access to information is critical in the determination of best treatment options so that they may live healthy and productive lives: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives supports the designation of National Upper and Lower Limb Differences Month Wear Orange Day

Summary: Supports the designation of National Upper and Lower Limb Differences Month and Wear Orange Day. (Limb differences are medical conditions that result in limbs that are unequal in length.)
Expressing support for designation of the mouth of April 2023 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".

Parkinson’s Awareness Month Whereas Parkinson’s disease— (1) affects over 1,000,000 individuals in the United States; (2) is the fastest-growing and second most common neurodegenerative disease in the world; (3) is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, but the exact cause in most individuals is still unknown; and (4) is the 14th leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Whereas it is estimated that, by the year 2037, the number of individuals with Parkinson’s disease in the United States will nearly double, and the disease will cost the United States at least $80,000,000,000 annually; Whereas the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease can include dementia and cognitive impairment, tremors, slowness of movement and rigidity, gait and balance difficulties, speech and swallowing difficulties, depression, and a variety of other symptoms; Whereas there are millions of family caregivers, friends, and loved ones whose lives are greatly affected by Parkinson’s disease; and Whereas more research, education, and community support services are needed to— (1) find better treatments and a cure for Parkinson’s disease; and (2) maintain dignity for those living with the disease today: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Parkinson’s Awareness Month (2) supports the goals and ideals of Parkinson’s Awareness Month; (3) continues to support research to find better treatments and a cure for Parkinson’s disease; (4) recognizes the individuals living with Parkinson’s disease who participate in vital clinical trials to advance the knowledge of the disease; and (5) commends the dedication of organizations, volunteers, researchers, and millions of individuals across the country working to improve the quality of life of people living with Parkinson’s disease and their families.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the establishment of a National Day of Remembrance.

Whereas, on January 6, 2021, as Members of Congress convened to count electoral votes for President and Vice President of the United States, in keeping with their constitutional duties, a mob of thousands of insurrectionists gathered on the Capitol Grounds; Whereas the insurrectionists convened to oppose the imminent affirmation of Joseph R. Biden, Jr., and Kamala D. Harris as the next President and Vice President of the United States, respectively; Whereas prior to convening on the Capitol Grounds, many of the insurrectionists attended a Save America Whereas President Donald J. Trump spoke at the rally and encouraged attendees to walk down to the Capitol Whereas the insurrectionists stormed and forcefully entered the Capitol, including by breaking through barricades, doors, and windows; Whereas the presence of insurrectionists inside the Capitol posed an immediate threat to the physical security of Members of Congress, congressional staff, and building personnel, forcing them to evacuate or seek shelter elsewhere; Whereas insurrectionists breached, ransacked, and stole valuable property from the House of Representatives Chamber, the Senate Chamber, and the offices of Members of Congress, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives; Whereas pipe bombs were discovered outside the headquarters of the Democratic National Committee and the Republican National Committee; Whereas a total of five individuals lost their lives during the insurrection, including United States Capitol Police Officer Brian D. Sicknick; Whereas these violent acts of insurrection and domestic terror posed an unprecedented attack on American democracy and American democratic institutions; and Whereas in the aftermath of the insurrection, Members of Congress of both parties condemned the attack as an act of domestic terror against the United States, and both Republican and Democratic elected officials have a solemn responsibility to condemn the attack, hold its perpetrators accountable, and join in remembering the lives lost due to the events of January 6, 2021: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) there should be established a National Day of Remembrance to remember the insurrection that occurred on January 6, 2021, at the United States Capitol; and (2) we should come together as a country and ensure that such events never occur again in our Nation of, by, and for the people.

Summary: This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that a National Day of Remembrance should be established to remember the insurrection that occurred on January 6, 2021, at the U.S. Capitol, and that the people of the United States should come together and ensure that such events never occur again in our country.