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Designating the week of April 15, 2017, through April 23, 2017, as National Park Week.

Designating the week of April 15, 2017, through April 23, 2017, as National Park Week Whereas, on March 1, 1872, Congress established Yellowstone National Park as the first national park for the enjoyment of the people of the United States; Whereas, on August 25, 1916, Congress established the National Park Service with the mission to preserve unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of current and future generations; Whereas, in 2017, the National Park Service began its second century of stewardship of the National Park System after the 2016 National Park Service Centennial, which celebrated 100 years of the work of the National Park Service to protect and manage the majestic landscapes, hallowed battlefields, and iconic cultural and historical sites of the United States; Whereas the units of the National Park System span from Maine to Hawaii and Alaska and many of the units embody the rich natural heritage of the United States, reflect a unique national story through people and places, and offer countless opportunities for recreation, volunteerism, cultural exchange, education, civic engagement, and exploration; Whereas the national parks of the United States attracted record-breaking visitation during the National Park Service Centennial, with 331,000,000 recreational visits to these incredible places in 2016; Whereas the dedicated employees of the National Park Service carry out their mission to protect the national parks of the United States so that the vibrant culture, diverse wildlife, and priceless resources of the parks will endure for perpetuity; and Whereas the people of the United States have inherited the remarkable legacy of the National Park System and are entrusted with its preservation as the United States marks the beginning of the second century of the National Park System: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates the week of April 15, 2017, through April 23, 2017, as National Park Week (2) encourages the people of the United States and the world to visit and experience the treasured national parks of the United States.

Summary: Designates April 15-April 23, 2017, as National Park Week. Encourages the people of the United States and the world to visit U.S. national parks.
Congratulating the rifle team of West Virginia University on winning the 2017 National Collegiate Athletic Association Rifle Championship.

Congratulating the rifle team of West Virginia University on winning the 2017 National Collegiate Athletic Association Rifle Championship. Whereas, in 2017, the West Virginia University Mountaineers rifle team (referred to in this preamble as the Mountaineers Whereas, on March 11, 2017, the Mountaineers won the National Collegiate Athletic Association (referred to in this preamble as the NCAA Whereas the 2017 NCAA Rifle Championship is the fifth consecutive title for the Mountaineers; Whereas the Mountaineers have now won 19 national championships, securing team NCAA titles in 1983, 1984, 1986, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2009, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017; Whereas the Mountaineers have won more national championships than any other rifle program in the United States; Whereas the Mountaineers shot a championship-record 4723 aggregate score at the 2017 NCAA Rifle Championship; Whereas freshman Milica Babic won the 2017 NCAA air rifle championship; Whereas freshman Morgan Phillips won the NCAA smallbore title and earned the Top Performer Award of the NCAA Rifle Championship; Whereas the Mountaineers swept the NCAA individual titles in 2017, the fifth time that shooters from the Mountaineers have swept the individual championships; and Whereas Head Coach Jon Hammond and all members of the Mountaineers, including Jack Anderson, Will Anti, Milica Babic, Noah Barker, Elizabeth Gratz, Jean-Pierre Lucas, Morgan Phillips, and Ginny Thrasher, completed a record performance to claim the 2017 national title: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate congratulates the West Virginia University rifle team on winning the 2017 National Collegiate Athletic Association Rifle Championship.

Summary: Congratulates the West Virginia University rifle team on winning the 2017 National Collegiate Athletic Association Rifle Championship.
To correct the engrossment of S. 722.

To correct the engrossment of S. 722. That in the engrossment of S. 722, an Act to provide congressional review and to counter Iranian and Russian governments' aggression, the Secretary of the Senate shall (1) in section 216(c) (A) strike paragraph (4) and insert the following: (4) Floor consideration in house of representatives If a committee of the House of Representatives to which a joint resolution of approval or joint resolution of disapproval has been referred has not reported the joint resolution within 10 calendar days after the date of referral, that committee shall be discharged from further consideration of the joint resolution. ; (B) in paragraph (5)(A) (i) in clause (i), strike section 216 A3 that is described as subsection (a)(3)(A) that relates to (ii) in clause (ii), strike section 216 A3 that is described as subsection (a)(3)(B) that relates to (C) in paragraph (7)(A), strike but applicable disapproval, (2) in section 236, strike subsection (b) and insert the following: (b) Exception relating to importation of goods No provision affecting sanctions or licensing actions under this title or an amendment made by this title shall apply to any portion of a sanction or licensing action that affects the importation of goods. .

Summary: Directs the Secretary of the Senate to correct the engrossment of S. 722 (Countering Iran's Destabilizing Activities Act of 2017) to: (1) limit provisions governing the House of Representatives' consideration of a joint resolution approving or disapproving action relating to the application of sanctions imposed with respect to the Russian Federation proposed by the President to those providing that if a House committee to which such a joint resolution has been referred has not reported the resolution within 10 calendar days after the date of referral, that committee shall be discharged from further consideration of the resolution; and (2) provide that no provision of the bill affecting sanctions or licensing actions shall apply to any portion of a sanction or licensing action that affects the importation of goods.
Expressing support for the designation of September 2017 and 2018 each as National Month for Renters.

Expressing support for the designation of September 2017 and 2018 each as National Month for Renters Whereas rental housing is a vital component of the housing market of the United States, providing a place to live for nearly 44,000,000 households and more than 111,000,000 individuals in the United States; Whereas the number of households renting homes increased by 9,000,000 over the past decade, the largest 10-year gain on record; Whereas more than 11,000,000 households in communities across the United States spend more than 50 percent of their income on rent and utilities, making those households severely cost-burdened under Federal standards; and Whereas those 11,000,000 severely cost-burdened households include 14,000,000 women, 8,000,000 children, 9,000,000 members of the Millennial Generation, 2,000,000 senior citizens, and nearly 800,000 veterans: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) supports the designation of September 2017 and 2018 each as National Month for Renters (2) urges a truly national effort involving all levels of government, the private sector, and the philanthropic community to expand the supply of rental homes affordable to low- and moderate-income households; (3) recognizes that subsidized rental housing programs implemented by the Federal Government only serve 1/4 (4) recognizes that expanding the supply of rental homes affordable to low- and moderate-income families, particularly when close to employment opportunities, will (A) help reduce commuting costs; (B) restore the first rungs of the housing ladder; (C) stabilize families and communities; (D) promote equality of opportunity; and (E) support greater economic growth and prosperity.

Summary: Supports the designation of September 2017 and 2018 each as National Month for Renters to draw attention to the rental housing shortage in the United States.
Denouncing the deadly attack at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, honoring the lives of the victims, offering condolences to their families, friends, and all those affected, and commending the efforts of law enforcement and emergency response personnel in responding to the incident.

Denouncing the deadly attack at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, honoring the lives of the victims, offering condolences to their families, friends, and all those affected, and commending the efforts of law enforcement and emergency response personnel in responding to the incident. Whereas the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport ranks 21st in the United States in total passenger traffic, with over 73,000 travelers passing through each day on 1 of the over 650 commercial flights that embark and arrive at the airport each day; Whereas, on Friday, January 6, 2017, around 1:00 p.m., an individual in the baggage claim area of Terminal 2 at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport shot more than 10 people, wounding several and killing 5; Whereas the people of the United States grieve for the families of all those affected by this tragedy; Whereas the people of the United States honor the memories of the 5 individuals who tragically lost their lives; and Whereas constant efforts by law enforcement agencies, civilians, and communities are needed to help thwart future attacks: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) condemns the deadly attack at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on January 6, 2017, where 5 innocent people were killed and many others were injured; (2) honors the lives and memories of the victims killed in the attack and offers sincere condolences to their families and friends; (3) desires that those injured in the attack make a full recovery; and (4) commends the efforts of law enforcement and emergency response personnel who selflessly acted to secure the scene and assist those in need.

Summary: Condemns the deadly attack at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on January 6, 2017. Honors the lives and memories of the victims killed in the attack and offers sincere condolences to their families and friends. Expresses hope for the full recovery of individuals who were injured. Commends the efforts of law enforcement and emergency response personnel who selflessly acted to secure the scene and assist those in need.
Commemorating the 230th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States.

Commemorating the 230th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States. Whereas, on September 17, 1787, the Constitution of the United States was signed by 39 delegates from 12 States; Whereas the Constitution of the United States was subsequently ratified by each of the original 13 States; Whereas James Madison and the other delegates drafted the Constitution of the United States in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty Whereas the Constitution of the United States has provided the means and structure for the United States and the people of the United States to achieve a level of prosperity, liberty, security, and justice that is unparalleled among nations; Whereas the contributions of the Constitution of the United States to the welfare of individuals reach far beyond the borders of the United States; Whereas the Constitution of the United States (1) was the first permanent constitution in the world adopted by elected representatives; (2) includes seminal ideas about individual rights, the separation of powers, and the rule of law; and (3) has inspired the constitutional systems of government of countries throughout the world; Whereas the Constitution of the United States has been amended 27 times since its adoption and includes amendments that reflect the will of the people of the United States to form a more perfect Union Whereas the Senate continues to strive to preserve and strengthen the values and rights bestowed on the United States and the people of the United States by the Constitution of the United States; and Whereas the preservation in the hearts and minds of the people of the United States of the values and rights expressed in the Constitution of the United States would be advanced by an official recognition on September 17, 2017, of the 230th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) on September 17, 2017, commemorates the 230th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States; and (2) calls on the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and respect, including by reading the Constitution of the United States and reflecting on the enduring structure of government built by the Founders and successive generations of people of the United States.

Summary: Commemorates the 230th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution.
Recognizing the 11 African-American soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion who were massacred in Wereth, Belgium, during the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944.

Recognizing the 11 African-American soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion who were massacred in Wereth, Belgium, during the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944. Whereas, in December 1944, during the Battle of the Bulge in Belgium, soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion, an African-American unit of the Army, were operating in support of the 106th Infantry Division when the 106th Infantry Division and the soldiers from the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion were overrun; Whereas, months after the Battle of the Bulge, the frozen bodies of 11 soldiers from the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion were found near the Belgian hamlet of Wereth; Whereas the bodies of the 11 soldiers were (1) identified as James Stewart of West Virginia, Due Turner of Arkansas, Curtis Adams of South Carolina, Mager Bradley of Mississippi, George Davis, Jr., of Alabama, Thomas Forte of Mississippi, Robert Green of Georgia, James Leatherwood of Mississippi, Nathaniel Moss of Texas, George Motten of Texas, and William Pritchett of Alabama; (2) examined by Army Medical Corps officials; and (3) found to have been stabbed, shot, and struck by blunt force; Whereas the massacre of the 11 African-American soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion in Wereth remains unknown to the vast majority of the people of the United States; Whereas, in 2004, a permanent monument in Wereth was dedicated to the 11 African-American soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion who lost their lives in Wereth during the Battle of the Bulge in the effort to defeat fascism and defend freedom; and Whereas the 11 patriots have become known as the Wereth 11 That the Senate, on behalf of the United States, recognizes the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of the 11 African-American soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion who were massacred in Wereth, Belgium, during the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944.

Summary: Recognizes the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice on behalf of the United States of the 11 African-American soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion of the United States Army who were massacred in Wereth, Belgium, during the Battle of the Bulge on December 1944.
Congratulating and honoring Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory on 50 years of groundbreaking discoveries.

Congratulating and honoring Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory on 50 years of groundbreaking discoveries. Whereas, in 2017, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (referred to in this preamble as Fermilab Whereas Fermilab drives scientific discovery by building and operating world-leading particle accelerator and detector facilities, performing pioneering research with national and global partners, and developing new technologies for science that support the industrial competitiveness of the United States; Whereas Fermilab provides research facilities for 4,500 scientists from 50 countries; Whereas research at Fermilab led to the discovery of the 3 building blocks of the universe, the bottom quark in 1977, the top quark in 1995, and the tau neutrino in 2000; Whereas superconducting magnets developed at Fermilab led to the advancement of magnetic resonance imaging medical diagnostics; Whereas Fermilab contributed critical components, computing capabilities, and scientific expertise to the 2012 discovery of the Higgs boson in Geneva, Switzerland; Whereas Fermilab continues to lead scientific discoveries, including planning construction for the Long-Baseline Neutrino Facility to power the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment; and Whereas Fermilab demonstrates its strong commitment to developing a diverse workforce for the future in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through educational programs that bring more than 15,000 K-12 students to visit Fermilab each year: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) congratulates and honors the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory on the semicentennial of the Laboratory; and (2) wishes the Laboratory success in continuing to help the people of the United States understand the mysteries of matter, energy, space, and time.

Summary: Congratulates and honors the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) on its semicentennial. Wishes Fermilab success in continuing to help the people of the United States understand the mysteries of matter, energy, space, and time.
Designating September 2017 as Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month.

Designating September 2017 as Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month Whereas pulmonary fibrosis is a debilitating and ultimately fatal lung condition that causes progressive scarring in the lungs and has no definitive cause; Whereas as many as 200,000 individuals in the United States are known to suffer from pulmonary fibrosis, the majority of whom are between the ages of 50 and 75; Whereas the average life expectancy from the diagnosis of the idiopathic form of pulmonary fibrosis is just 2.8 years, and as many as 80 percent of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis patients die within 5 years of diagnosis; Whereas pulmonary fibrosis takes the lives of 40,000 or more individuals in the United States each yearapproximately 1 individual every 13 minutes; Whereas many patients afflicted with pulmonary fibrosis are misdiagnosed for 1 year or longer after the patients are presenting with pulmonary fibrosis symptoms; Whereas, as of July 2017, there are no confirmed biomarkers for screening and testing for pulmonary fibrosis; Whereas a cure, treatment, or drug to halt the fibrotic process in pulmonary fibrosis does not yet exist; Whereas the symptoms of pulmonary fibrosis vary from person to person and include shortness of breath, a dry cough, fatigue, weight loss, and aching muscles and joints; Whereas volunteers, researchers, caregivers, and medical professionals are working to improve the quality of life for individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and for the families of those individuals; and Whereas developing more effective treatments for pulmonary fibrosis and providing access to quality care to individuals with pulmonary fibrosis requires increased research, education, and community support services: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates September 2017 as Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month (2) supports the goals and ideals of Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month; (3) continues to support more robust and accelerated research to develop more effective treatments for pulmonary fibrosis and to ultimately find a cure for the disease; (4) recognizes the courage and contributions of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis 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 in the United States and abroad working to improve the quality of life for individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and the families of those individuals.

Summary: Designates Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month. (Pulmonary fibrosis is scarring of the lungs that causes breathing problems.) Expresses continued support for more robust and accelerated research to develop more effective treatments for pulmonary fibrosis and to ultimately find a cure for the disease. Recognizes the ongoing courage and contributions of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis who participate in clinical trials.Commends the dedication of those working to improve the quality of life of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and the families of those individuals.
Designating the week beginning on February 5, 2017, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week. 

Designating the week beginning on February 5, 2017, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week Whereas there are 37 Tribal Colleges and Universities operating on more than 75 campuses in 16 States; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities are tribally chartered or federally chartered institutions of higher education and therefore have a unique relationship with the Federal Government; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities serve students from more than 250 federally recognized Indian tribes; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities offer students access to knowledge and skills grounded in cultural traditions and values, including indigenous languages, which enhances Indian communities and enriches the United States as a whole; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities provide access to high-quality postsecondary educational opportunities for American Indians, Alaska Natives, and other individuals living in some of the most isolated and economically depressed areas in the United States; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities are accredited institutions of higher education that effectively prepare students to succeed in their academic pursuits and in a global and highly competitive workforce; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities have open enrollment policies, and approximately 15 percent of the students at Tribal Colleges and Universities are non-Indian individuals; and Whereas the collective mission and the considerable achievements of Tribal Colleges and Universities deserve national recognition: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates the week beginning on February 5, 2017, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week (2) calls on the people of the United States and interested groups to observe National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs to demonstrate support for Tribal Colleges and Universities.

Summary: Designates the week beginning on February 5, 2017, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week.
Authorizing the printing of a collection of the rules of the committees of the Senate.

Authorizing the printing of a collection of the rules of the committees of the Senate. That a collection of the rules of the committees of the Senate, together with related materials, be printed as a Senate document, and that there be printed 250 additional copies of such document for the use of the Committee on Rules and Administration.

Summary: Requires that a collection of the rules of the committees of the Senate be printed as a Senate document. Provides for 250 additional copies of such document for the Committee on Rules and Administration.