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Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 15 mission from July 26, 1971, to August 7, 1971.

Whereas, in July 1960, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announced the creation of the Apollo program, which continued through December 1972, to send mankind to the Moon; Whereas Apollo 15 was the ninth crewed mission in the United States Apollo program and the fourth to land on the Moon, contributing to the development of countless scientific and technological advances; Whereas the Apollo 15 crew consisted of Commander David R. Scott, Command Module Pilot Alfred M. Worden, and Lunar Module Pilot James B. Irwin; Whereas all 3 Apollo 15 astronauts attended the University of Michigan, which offered the first-ever aeronautical engineering program beginning in 1914; Whereas the Apollo 15 mission included several firsts, notably— (1) the first space walk in deep space; (2) the first use of a lunar rover to explore the Moon’s surface, significantly extending the distance a crew could travel over the lunar surface; and (3) the first satellite deployment by a crewed spacecraft; and Whereas the Apollo 15 astronauts completed a record 18 hours, 37 minutes of exploration, traveled approximately 17.5 miles in the first vehicle that humankind has ever driven on the Moon, collected more than 170 pounds of lunar samples, set up the Apollo Lunar Surface Experiments Package array, obtained a core sample from about 10 feet beneath the lunar surface, and provided extensive oral descriptions and photographic documentation of geological features during the astronauts 3 days on the lunar surface: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) congratulates the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the Apollo 15 astronauts and their families, and the American people on the 50th anniversary of the successful Apollo 15 mission; (2) recognizes and celebrates the 50 years of cultural and technological history, legacy, and achievements of NASA’s Apollo program; (3) recognizes the achievements of all the administrators, astronauts, engineers, scientists, and staff members who contributed to the success of the Apollo 15 mission; and (4) reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to pursue space exploration on behalf of the American people in order to increase humankind’s understanding of the universe as well as the Earth.

Summary: This resolution congratulates the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the Apollo 15 astronauts and their families, and the American people on the 50th anniversary of the successful Apollo 15 mission. The bill recognizes and celebrates the 50 years of cultural and technological history, legacy, and achievements of NASA's Apollo program. Finally, the resolution reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to pursue space exploration on behalf of the American people in order to increase humankind's understanding of the universe as well as the Earth.
Electing Members to the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library and the Joint Committee on Printing.

1. Election of Members to Joint Committee of Congress on the Library and Joint Committee on Printing (a) Joint Committee of Congress on the Library The following Members are hereby elected to the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library, to serve with the chair of the Committee on House Administration and the chair of the Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch of the Committee on Appropriations: (1) Mr. Butterfield. (2) Mr. Rodney Davis of Illinois. (3) Mr. Loudermilk. (b) Joint Committee on Printing The following Members are hereby elected to the Joint Committee on Printing, to serve with the chair of the Committee on House Administration: (1) Mr. Raskin. (2) Mrs. Davis of California. (3) Mr. Rodney Davis of Illinois. (4) Mr. Loudermilk. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution elects specified Members to the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library and the Joint Committee on Printing.
Expressing support for frontline workers, residents of long-term care facilities, individuals with preexisting conditions, and K-12 educators to receive priority access to a COVID-19 vaccine.

Whereas during a global pandemic that has claimed the lives of over a million individuals, certain sectors of the population are at a higher risk due to underlying health complications or disproportionate exposure to COVID–19; Whereas COVID–19 has taken the lives of senior citizens, especially those living in nursing homes and long-term care facilities, at a disproportionate rate; Whereas we have called on our frontline workers to serve their country during this pandemic, putting themselves at greater risk of exposure to COVID–19; Whereas frontline workers have answered this call and carried out their critical missions to protect the health and safety of our communities and to minimize the disruption that COVID–19 has caused to our daily lives; Whereas doctors, nurses, home care and domestic workers, and other medical professionals have put themselves in harm’s way to care for their patients, COVID–19 or otherwise; Whereas critical infrastructure workers have continued to meet their existing responsibilities to maintain safety and public health while overcoming staggering new challenges presented by the COVID–19 pandemic; Whereas the health and safety of the Nation’s K–12 public and private school educators are vital to the education and development of students, which is foundational to the continued prosperity and strength of the United States; and Whereas in-person learning allows students to develop knowledge, problem-solving and critical social and emotional skills: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) applauds the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices in their efforts to give priority access to frontline workers and residents of long-term care facilities; and (2) urges State Governors and local jurisdictions to work with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in developing plans that will prioritize access to a COVID–19 vaccine to frontline workers, residents of long-term care facilities, individuals with preexisting conditions, and the Nation’s K–12 educators.

Summary: This resolution encourages efforts to give priority access to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) vaccines to frontline workers, residents of long-term care facilities, individuals with preexisting health conditions, and teachers.
Recognizing the 66th 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 66 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 66th 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 66th 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.
Commending Alice Allison Dunnigan for her barrier-breaking career in journalism.

Whereas Alice Allison Dunnigan was born on April 27, 1906, in Russellville, Kentucky, where she overcame poverty, segregation, and sexism in order to break barriers for African-American women throughout the country; Whereas Ms. Dunnigan served as Washington Bureau Chief of the Associated Negro Press from 1947 to 1961, publishing stories in over 110 African-American newspapers throughout the country, informing people of the ways in which government decisions impacted their lives and forcing decisionmakers to address key issues impacting minority communities; Whereas Ms. Dunnigan became the first African-American woman accredited to cover the White House, Congress, Department of State, and Supreme Court as a result of her proven journalism skills and hard-hitting reporting style; Whereas Ms. Dunnigan was one of only three African Americans and one of two women in the press corps that fully covered President Harry S. Truman’s 1948 Presidential campaign; Whereas Ms. Dunnigan’s commitment to truth, honesty, and equality served as the basis for her employment as an education consultant to the President’s Committee on Equal Employment Opportunity under the Kennedy administration, where she fought to ensure that all Americans had equal employment rights regardless of age, race, or sex; Whereas Ms. Dunnigan was a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated; and Whereas Ms. Dunnigan demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to journalism, the truth, and equality for all Americans: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives commends Alice Allison Dunnigan for her barrier-breaking career in journalism.

Summary: This resolution commends Alice Allison Dunnigan for her barrier-breaking career in journalism.
Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable E. Clay Shaw, Jr., formerly a Representative of the State of Florida.

Whereas the Honorable E. Clay Shaw, Jr., dutifully and faithfully served the people of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for over a decade as a city attorney, chief prosecutor, judge, and mayor; Whereas the Honorable E. Clay Shaw, Jr., was elected to the House of Representatives in 1980, where he served the people of Florida with devotion and distinction for 26 years, the fourth longest term of service to the State of Florida in the House of Representatives; Whereas the Honorable E. Clay Shaw, Jr., served in the House of Representatives as Chairman of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade, Chairman of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Human Resources, and Chairman of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Social Security; Whereas the Honorable E. Clay Shaw, Jr., served as Chairman of the Florida Congressional delegation, where he demonstrated his commitment to the State of Florida in a spirit of bipartisanship and civility; Whereas the Honorable E. Clay Shaw, Jr., was a champion of welfare and Social Security reform, the expansion of free trade, Everglades restoration, missing children, and the War on Drugs; Whereas the Honorable E. Clay Shaw, Jr.’s efforts on behalf of the citizens of Florida and all Americans earned him the esteem, respect, and high regard of his colleagues; and Whereas the State of Florida and the Nation have lost an outstanding lawmaker, statesman, and public servant: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) receives with profound sorrow the news of the death of the Honorable E. Clay Shaw, Jr., formerly a Representative from the State of Florida; (2) authorizes the Speaker to appoint such Members as he may designate to serve with members of the Senate as a committee to represent the House in attendance at the funeral of Representative Shaw; (3) directs the Clerk to communicate this resolution to the Senate and transmit a copy to the family of Representative Shaw; and (4) when it adjourns today, does so as a further mark of respect to the memory of Representative Shaw.

Summary: Declares that the House of Representatives has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable E. Clay Shaw, Jr., a former Representative of Florida. Declares that when the House adjourns on September 12, 2013, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Representative Shaw.
Expressing support for the designation of September 2017 as "National Kinship Care Month".

National Kinship Care Month Whereas in September 2017, National Kinship Care Month Whereas nationally 2,700,000 children are living in kinship care with grandparents or other relatives; Whereas nationally more than 125,000 kinship children in foster care are placed with grandparents or other relatives, with more than 2,570,000 kinship children supported outside of the foster care system; Whereas grandparents and other relatives are increasingly providing caring homes for children because of the opioid crisis; Whereas grandparents and other relatives residing in urban, rural, and suburban households in every county of the United States have stepped forward out of love and loyalty to care for children during times in which biological parents are unable to do so; Whereas kinship caregivers provide safety, promote well-being, and establish stable households for vulnerable children; Whereas kinship care enables a child— (1) to maintain family relationships and cultural heritage; and (2) to remain in the community of the child; Whereas kinship care is a national resource that provides loving homes for children at risk; Whereas kinship caregivers face daunting challenges to keep countless children from entering foster care; Whereas the House of Representatives is proud to recognize the many kinship care families in which a child is raised by grandparents or other relatives; Whereas the House of Representatives wishes to honor the many kinship caregivers who throughout the history of the United States have provided loving homes for parentless children; Whereas National Kinship Care Month provides an opportunity to urge people in every State to join in recognizing and celebrating kinship caregiving families and the tradition of families in the United States to help raise children; and Whereas much remains to be done to ensure that all children have a safe, loving, nurturing, and permanent family, regardless of age or special needs: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Kinship Care Month (2) encourages Congress to implement policies to improve the lives of vulnerable children and families; (3) honors the commitment and dedication of kinship caregivers and the advocates and allies who work tirelessly to provide assistance and services to kinship caregiving families; and (4) reaffirms the need to continue working to improve the outcomes of all vulnerable children through parts B and E of title IV of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 601 (A) to support vulnerable families; (B) to invest in prevention and reunification services; and (C) to ensure that extended family members who take on the role of kinship caregivers receive the necessary support.

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of National Kinship Care Month. Honors the commitment and dedication of kinship caregivers and advocates. Encourages Congress to implement policies to improve the lives of vulnerable children and families.
Designating the week of January 21 through January 27, 2018, as "National School Choice Week".

National School Choice Week Whereas providing a diversity of choices in elementary school and secondary school education empowers parents to select education environments that meet the individual needs and strengths of their children; Whereas high-quality elementary school and secondary school education environments of all varieties are available in the United States, including traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online academies, and home schooling; Whereas talented teachers and school leaders in each of the education environments prepare children to achieve their dreams; Whereas more families than ever before in the United States actively choose the best education for their children; Whereas more public awareness of the issue of parental choice in education can inform additional families of the benefits of proactively choosing challenging, motivating, and effective education environments for their children; Whereas the process by which parents choose schools for their children is nonpolitical, nonpartisan, and deserves the utmost respect; and Whereas hundreds of organizations, thousands of schools, and millions of individuals in the United States celebrate the benefits of educational choice during the 8th annual National School Choice Week That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National School Choice Week (2) congratulates students, parents, teachers, and school leaders from elementary school and secondary school education environments of all varieties for their persistence, achievements, dedication, contributions to society in the United States; (3) encourages all parents, during National School Choice Week (4) encourages the people of the United States to hold appropriate programs, events, and activities during National School Choice Week

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of as National School Choice Week, and encourages all parents to learn more about the educational options available.
Resolution recognizing all speedways as essential businesses and calling on local authorities and governors to work with racetrack owners and stakeholders to commence outdoor races immediately.

Whereas there are over 1,200 racetracks in the country; Whereas the racing industry contributes a significant number of jobs across several sectors including automobile manufacturing and food services, a vital source of economic growth, at a time when the unemployment rate was most recently reported at 13.3 percent; Whereas the racing industry has a long history of providing entertainment throughout the United States; Whereas racetrack owners and stakeholders have indicated a willingness to comply with appropriate health safety standards in order to continue races while maintaining social distancing protocols; Whereas health experts have stated the risk of COVID–19 infection is significantly lower outdoors; Whereas racetrack venues range from 500 to 1,500 acres, ensuring space to accommodate social distancing protocols; and Whereas inconsistent reopening plans have led to several racetracks being forced to close and cancel events, triggering thousands of dollars in lost investments: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes all speedways as essential businesses; and (2) calls on local authorities and Governors to work with racetrack owners and stakeholders to commence outdoor races immediately.

Summary: This resolution recognizes all speedways as essential businesses and calls on local authorities and governors to work with racetrack owners and stakeholders to commence outdoor races immediately.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2) to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to repeal the Medicare sustainable growth rate and strengthen Medicare access by improving physician payments and making other improvements, to reauthorize the Children's Health Insurance Program, and for other purposes, and providing for proceedings during the period from March 27, 2015, through April 10, 2015.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 2) to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to repeal the Medicare sustainable growth rate and strengthen Medicare access by improving physician payments and making other improvements, to reauthorize the Children's Health Insurance Program, 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 further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided among and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. 2. On any legislative day during the period from March 27, 2015, through April 10, 2015— (a) the Journal of the proceedings of the previous day shall be considered as approved; and (b) the Chair may at any time declare the House adjourned to meet at a date and time, within the limits of clause 4, section 5, article I of the Constitution, to be announced by the Chair in declaring the adjournment. 3. The Speaker may appoint Members to perform the duties of the Chair for the duration of the period addressed by section 2 of this resolution as though under clause 8(a) of rule I. 4. Each day during the period addressed by section 2 of this resolution shall not constitute a calendar day for purposes of section 7 of the War Powers Resolution ( 50 U.S.C. 1546 5. The Committee on Financial Services and the Committee on Ways and Means each may, at any time before 5 p.m. on April 6, 2015, file reports to accompany measures. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2) to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to repeal the Medicare sustainable growth rate and strengthen Medicare access by improving physician payments and making other improvements, to reauthorize the Children's Health Insurance Program, and for other purposes, and providing for proceedings during the period from March 27, 2015, through April 10, 2015.