cheaptrix/billsum-US_congress_and_house huggingface dataset:
Raising awareness of the impact of COVID-19 on bereaved children.

Whereas COVID–19 has taken the lives of more than 950,000 people in the United States, leading to more than 200,000 children experiencing caregiver loss; Whereas 1 in every 360 children under 18 have lost a coresiding caregiver to COVID–19, and 70 percent of caregiver loss affects children 13 and younger; Whereas 65 percent of caregiver loss to COVID–19 is experienced by children of color; Whereas an estimated 4,400,000 children will experience the loss of a parent before the age of 18 in the United States; Whereas child bereavement disproportionately impacts minority communities; Whereas children losing primary caregivers have a higher risk of experiencing substance abuse and mental health problems, including anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder; Whereas bereaved children are at higher risk of reduced employment and housing instability, and experience lower rates of academic attainment and higher dropout rates; Whereas parental bereavement is associated with a higher likelihood of risky behaviors that threaten the health and safety of bereaved children; Whereas the impacts of caregiver loss on children are amplified during COVID–19 due to a lack of stable social support systems commonly provided with consistent school or community; and Whereas the long-term consequences of caregiver loss during the COVID–19 pandemic are still unknown: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the impact of COVID–19 on bereaved children and the unknown long-term consequences of caregiver loss during the COVID–19 pandemic; (2) acknowledges that the loss of a primary caregiver disproportionately affects racial and ethnic minorities; and (3) calls upon the Federal Government to prioritize the needs of bereaved children through identifying services and resources that can be used to assist them.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the impact of COVID-19 on children who have lost a caregiver during the pandemic and the disproportionate effect of this impact on racial and ethnic minorities.
Dismissing the election contest relating to the office of Representative from the Twenty Eighth District of Texas.

That the election contest relating to the office of Representative from the Twenty Eighth Congressional District of Texas is dismissed. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Dismisses the election contest relating to the office of Representative from the 28th congressional district of Texas.
Honoring the members of the military and intelligence community who carried out the mission that killed Qasem Soleimani, and for other purposes.

Whereas on January 2, 2020, the United States military killed Qasem Soleimani the leader of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Quds Force (IRGC–QF) terrorist organization in a decisive operation to disrupt the planning of ongoing attacks and deter future attacks against Americans; Whereas the IRGC–QF is a global terrorism threat to the United States and the international community; Whereas Qasem Soleimani was the architect of terrorist attacks in Iraq that killed at least 600 Americans and wounded many others, and planned or supported numerous other deadly terrorist attacks against the United States and its allies; Whereas the IRGC–QF, designated pursuant to Executive Order 13224 for providing material support to the Taliban and other terrorist organizations on October 25, 2007, is a branch of the IRGC responsible for external operations and has provided material support to numerous terrorist groups, including the Taliban, Lebanese Hizballah, HAMAS, and Palestinian Islamic Jihad, making it a key component of Iran’s destabilizing regional activities; Whereas President Obama designated the IRGC–QF pursuant to Executive Order 13572 for human rights abuses in Syria, including torture and arbitrary arrests of peaceful protests; Whereas the IRGC–QF’s parent organization, the IRGC, was designated as a terrorism-supporting entity pursuant to Executive Order 13224 on October 13, 2017, and on April 15, 2019, was designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization by the Secretary of State; Whereas the Department of State designated the IRGC, and Qasem Soleimani based on his relationship to the IRGC, for proliferation activities related to nuclear capabilities under Executive Order 13382; Whereas United Nations Security Council Resolution 1747 designated Qasem Soleimani as being engaged in, directly associated with or providing support for Iran’s proliferation of nuclear activities; and Whereas while the death of Qasem Soleimani represents a significant blow to the IRGC–QF and its affiliates and to terrorist organizations around the world, terrorism remains a critical threat to United States national security: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) commends the men and women of the United States Armed Forces and the United States intelligence community for the tremendous commitment, perseverance, professionalism, and sacrifice they displayed in disrupting Qasem Soleimani’s planned terrorist attacks; and (2) reaffirms its commitment to disrupting, dismantling, and defeating the IRGC–QF and affiliated organizations around the world that threaten United States national security and to bringing terrorists to justice.

Summary: This resolution commends the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces and the intelligence community for carrying out the mission that killed Qasem Soleimani, and it reaffirms the House of Representatives' commitment to defeating terrorist organizations that threaten U.S. national security.
Expressing support for the designation of March 19, 2024, as "National Agriculture Day" and celebrating the importance of agriculture as one of the most impactful industries in the United States.

National Agriculture Day That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the designation of National Agriculture Day (2) celebrates the importance of agriculture as one of the most impactful industries in the United States.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of National Agriculture Day.
Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Agriculture: Mr. Costa, Mr. McGovern, Ms. Adams, Ms. Spanberger, Mrs. Hayes, Ms. Brown, Ms. Plaskett, Ms. Davids of Kansas, Ms. Slotkin, Ms. Caraveo, Ms. Salinas, Ms. Perez, Mr. Davis of North Carolina, Ms. Tokuda, Ms. Budzinski, Mr. Sorensen, Mr. Vasquez, Ms. Crockett, Mr. Jackson of Illinois, Mr. Casar. Committee on Armed Services: Mr. Courtney, Mr. Garamendi, Mr. Norcross, Mr. Gallego, Mr. Moulton, Mr. Carbajal, Mr. Khanna, Mr. Keating, Mr. Kim of New Jersey, Ms. Houlahan, Mr. Crow, Ms. Slotkin, Ms. Sherrill, Ms. Escobar, Mr. Golden of Maine, Ms. Jacobs, Ms. Strickland, Mr. Ryan, Mr. Jackson of North Carolina, Mr. Vasquez, Mr. Deluzio, Ms. Tokuda, Mr. Davis of North Carolina, Ms. Sewell, Mr. Horsford, Mr. Panetta. Committee on Ethics: Ms. Wild, Ms. Escobar, Mr. DeSaulnier, Ms. Ross, Mr. Ivey. Committee on Homeland Security: Ms. Jackson Lee, Mr. Payne, Mr. Swalwell, Mr. Correa, Mr. Carter of Louisiana, Mr. Thanedar, Mr. Magaziner, Mr. Ivey, Mr. Goldman of New York, Mr. Robert Garcia of California, Mrs. Ramirez, Mr. Menendez, Ms. Clarke of New York, Ms. Titus. Committee on Natural Resources: Mrs. Napolitano, Mr. Costa, Mr. Sablan, Mr. Huffman, Mr. Gallego, Mr. Neguse, Mr. Levin, Ms. Porter, Ms. Leger Fernández, Ms. Stansbury, Mrs. Peltola, Ms. Ocasio-Cortez, Mr. Mullin, Ms. Hoyle of Oregon, Ms. Kamlager-Dove, Mr. Magaziner, Ms. Velázquez, Mr. Case, Mrs. Dingell. Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure: Ms. Norton, Mrs. Napolitano, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Garamendi, Mr. Johnson of Georgia, Mr. Carson, Ms. Titus, Mr. Huffman, Ms. Brownley, Ms. Wilson of Florida, Mr. Payne, Mr. DeSaulnier, Mr. Carbajal, Mr. Stanton, Mr. Allred, Ms. Davids of Kansas, Mr. García of Illinois, Mr. Pappas, Mr. Moulton, Mr. Auchincloss, Ms. Strickland, Mr. Carter of Louisiana, Mr. Ryan, Mrs. Peltola, Mr. Menendez, Ms. Hoyle of Oregon, Mrs. Sykes, Ms. Scholten, Mrs. Foushee. Committee on Veterans' Affairs: Ms. Brownley, Mr. Levin, Mr. Pappas, Mr. Mrvan, Mrs. Cherfilus-McCormick, Mr. Deluzio, Mr. McGarvey, Mrs. Ramirez, Mr. Landsman, Ms. Budzinski. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution elects designated Members of the House of Representatives to the Committee on Agriculture, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Ethics, the Committee on Homeland Security, the Committee on Natural Resources, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Deaf History Month.

Whereas the purpose of National Deaf History Month is to increase awareness of and express appreciation for the many contributions that deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals have made to our society; Whereas, according to 2017 Census Bureau estimates, at least 11,200,000 individuals in the United States are deaf or hard of hearing; Whereas Deaf culture is an important part of the fabric of our society; Whereas deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals have made and continue to make numerous contributions to the United States; Whereas the American School for the Deaf opened in Hartford, Connecticut, on April 15, 1817, as the first public school for the deaf in the United States; Whereas Gallaudet University was founded on April 8, 1864, when President Lincoln signed the charter establishing it as the first college for the deaf in the world; Whereas, on March 13, 1988, Gallaudet University selected its first deaf university president; Whereas National Deaf History Month has been observed from March 13 to April 15 every year since 1997; and Whereas the National Association of the Deaf and the American Library Association support recognizing March 13 to April 15 as National Deaf History Month: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Deaf History Month; (2) recognizes the many contributions that deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals have made to the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Deaf History Month with appropriate programs and activities.

Summary: This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Deaf History Month. It also recognizes the contributions of deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals to the United States.
Expressing support for designation of February 12, 2013, as Darwin Day and recognizing the importance of science in the betterment of humanity.

Whereas Charles Darwin's theory of evolution by the mechanism of natural selection, together with the monumental amount of scientific evidence he compiled to support it, provides humanity with a logical and intellectually compelling explanation for the diversity of life on Earth; Whereas the validity of Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selection is further strongly supported by the modern understanding of the science of genetics; Whereas it has been the human curiosity and ingenuity exemplified by Darwin that has promoted new scientific discoveries that have helped humanity solve many problems and improve living conditions; Whereas the advancement of science must be protected from those unconcerned with the adverse impacts of global warming and climate change; Whereas the teaching of creationism in some public schools compromises the scientific and academic integrity of the United States education systems; Whereas Charles Darwin is a worthy symbol of scientific advancement on which to focus and around which to build a global celebration of science and humanity intended to promote a common bond among all of Earth’s peoples; and Whereas February 12, 2013, is the anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin in 1809 and would be an appropriate date to designate as Darwin Day: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Darwin Day; and (2) recognizes Charles Darwin as a worthy symbol on which to celebrate the achievements of reason, science, and the advancement of human knowledge.

Summary: Supports the designation of February 12, 2013, the anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin in 1809, as Darwin Day. Recognizes Charles Darwin as a worthy symbol on which to celebrate the achievements of reason, science, and the advancement of human knowledge.
Relating to House Resolution 891.

That House Resolution 891, agreed to March 11, 2020, is amended— (1) in section 7, by striking “March 22, 2020” and inserting “March 29, 2020”; (2) in section 10, by striking “March 22, 2020” and inserting “March 29, 2020”; and (3) in section 11, by striking “March 23, 2020” and inserting “March 30, 2020”. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution amends H.Res.891 that sets forth the rule for consideration of S.J.Res. 68 (demanding the removal of unauthorized Armed Forces from hostilities in Iran), the Senate amendment to H.R. 2486 (Fostering Undergraduate Talent by Unlocking Resources for Education Act), and H.R. 6172 (USA FREEDOM Reauthorization Act of 2020). The resolution extends through the legislative day of March 29, 2020, by which certain proceedings may take place in the House; the calendar day of March 29, 2020, the authority of the Speaker of the House to suspend the rules; and the legislative day of March 30, 2020, provisions waiving a specified requirement of Rule XIII (Calendar and Committee Reports) to allow consideration of resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules through such legislative day, on the same day they are presented to the House.
Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a correction in the engrossment of H.R. 1319.

That the Clerk of the House of Representatives shall, in the engrossment of the bill H.R. 1319, make the following corrections: (1) Strike section 2103 and redesignate section 2104 as section 2103 (and amend the table of contents in section 2 accordingly). (2) Strike paragraph (5) in section 2401(a). (3) Redesignate paragraphs (6), (7), (8), (9), (10), and (11) in section 2401(a) as paragraphs (5), (6), (7), (8), (9), and (10), respectively. (4) In paragraph (7) of section 2401(a), as redesignated by paragraph (3), strike paragraphs (5), (6), (7), and (9) paragraphs (5), (6), and (8) (5) In paragraph (8) of section 2401(a), as so redesignated, strike paragraph (6)(C) paragraph (5)(C) (6) Strike paragraph (5) in section 9501(a). (7) Redesignate paragraphs (6), (7), (8), (9), (10), and (11) of section 9501(a) as paragraphs (5), (6), (7), (8), (9), and (10), respectively. (8) In paragraph (7) of section 9501(a), as redesignated by paragraph (7), strike paragraphs (5), (6), (7), and (9) paragraphs (5), (6), and (8) (9) In paragraph (8) of section 9501(a), as so redesignated, strike paragraph (6)(C) paragraph (5)(C) Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make specified corrections in the engrossment of H.R. 1319 (American Rescue Plan Act of 2021).
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3) to approve the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Keystone XL pipeline, and for other purposes.

That at any time after the 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. 3) to approve the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Keystone XL pipeline, and for other purposes. 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 90 minutes equally divided among and controlled by the respective chairs and ranking minority members of the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Energy and Commerce, and Natural Resources. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. In lieu of the amendments in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Energy and Commerce, and Natural Resources now printed in the bill, it shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 113–11. That amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be considered as read. All points of order against that amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. No amendment to that amendment in the nature of a substitute 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. Any Member may demand a separate vote in the House on any amendment adopted in the Committee of the Whole to the bill or to the amendment in the nature of a substitute made in order as original text. 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. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3) to approve the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Keystone XL pipeline.
Honoring The Hudson River School Painters for their contributions to the United States.

Whereas the Hudson River School is considered the first school of American Art; Whereas the Hudson River School was a mid-19th century American art movement led by a group of landscape painters, whose aesthetic vision was influenced by romanticism; Whereas the major Hudson River School Painters included Thomas Cole, Frederic Edwin Church, Asher Brown Durand, Jasper Francis Cropsey, Sanford Robinson Gifford, Albert Bierstadt, John Frederick Kensett, George Inness, Worthington Whittredge, and Thomas Moran; Whereas the Hudson River School paintings capture the striking naturalistic landscape of the continent, depicting the Hudson River Valley and the surrounding New York areas, including the Catskill, Adirondack, and the White Mountains; Whereas Hudson River School paintings served as a vital role in cultivating American identity in the mid-nineteenth century; Whereas the Hudson River School Painters influenced the environmental conservation movement and the establishment of the National Park System under President Theodore Roosevelt; Whereas in 2009 the New York delegation celebrated the 400th anniversary of the Hudson River School which complements the importance of the Hudson River, and the Hudson Valley, to the development and growth of the United States throughout the history of our continent; Whereas the Hudson River School's portrayal of the Hudson River Valley is a cause of major tourism this region experiences today; Whereas the Hudson River School Painters depicted the Hudson River Valley during the opening of the Erie Canal which linked the Hudson River with the Great Lakes, and created a main trade route from New York which fostered the city's influence in the American economy; Whereas the Hudson River School Painters celebrated the ideals of American democracy, individuality, and progress; Whereas the Hudson River School Painters illustrated themes such as Nature, Conservation, Civility, Unity, Education, Family, Chivalry, and Development; Whereas the Hudson River School Painters expressed the sense that every generation of Americans must seek to preserve the naturalness of the continent; Whereas the Hudson River School Painters accentuated the cardinal values of the nineteenth century and such their ideals can assist contemporary America in the rebirth of American culture: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives recognizes and honors the Hudson River School Painters for their contributions to the United States.

Summary: Recognizes and honors the Hudson River School painters for their contributions to the United States.
Condemning the attack that occurred at the Oak Creek Sikh Gurdwara on August 5, 2012, and honoring the memory of those who died in the attack.

Whereas, on Sunday, August 5, 2012, a mass shooting took place, fueled by intolerance, killing 6 worshipers at the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin, a Gurdwara, in Oak Creek, Wisconsin; Whereas the attack occurred as members of the congregation prepared langar, a free community meal served to all visitors to Gurdwaras, regardless of their race, religion, sex, or social background; Whereas 4 individuals were injured including a responding officer, Lieutenant Brian Murphy, who was shot 15 times at close range; Whereas Lieutenant Brian Murphy and all the first responders to the Oak Creek Gurdwara demonstrated great courage in their quick response to the shooting, ultimately saving lives; Whereas in the United States, Sikhs have endured high levels of stereotyping, bullying, and violence, all of which rose dramatically in the wake of the attacks of September 11, 2001; Whereas the Associated Press reported that more than 700 such incidents of intolerance targeting Sikhs took place over the last decade; Whereas the Oak Creek shooting was one of the most lethal attacks on a place of worship in the United States since the 1963 bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church and another sad example of violence and intolerance against Sikhs; Whereas the Sikh community responded to the shooting in Oak Creek with compassion and stayed true to the Sikh principle of Chardi Kala, remaining in high spirits; Whereas although the effects of this shooting will be felt for years to come, the Oak Creek community will continue to overcome the tragedy and become stronger than before with a renewed sense of oneness, understanding, and cooperation; and Whereas the August 5, 2012, shooting was not just a Sikh tragedy, but an American tragedy: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) condemns in the strongest possible terms the horrific attack that occurred at the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin on August 5, 2012; (2) honors the memory of Suveg Singh Khattra, Satwant Singh Kaleka, Ranjit Singh, Sita Singh, Paramjit Kaur, and Prakash Singh, who died in the attack; (3) offers its heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of those who died in the attack; (4) applauds the bravery of Lieutenant Brian Murphy and other first responders who prevented the gunman from potentially taking more lives and quickly treated wounded individuals; and (5) condemns intolerance, including religious and racial discrimination, and calls for continued vigilance against violence.

Summary: Condemns: (1) the attack that occurred at the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin on August 5, 2012; and (2) intolerance, including religious and racial discrimination, and calls for continued vigilance against violence. Honors the memory of Suveg Singh Khattra, Satwant Singh Kaleka, Ranjit Singh, Sita Singh, Paramjit Kaur, and Prakash Singh, who died in the attack. Applauds the bravery of Lieutenant Brian Murphy and other first responders who prevented the gunman from taking more lives and treated wounded individuals.