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Designating June 19, 2020, as Juneteenth Independence Day in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which news of the end of slavery reached the slaves in the Southwestern States.

Designating June 19, 2020, as Juneteenth Independence Day Whereas news of the end of slavery did not reach the frontier areas of the United States, in particular the State of Texas and the other Southwestern States, until months after the conclusion of the Civil War, more than 2 years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863; Whereas, on June 19, 1865, Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news that the Civil War had ended and the enslaved were free; Whereas African Americans who had been slaves in the Southwest celebrated June 19, commonly known as Juneteenth Independence Day Whereas African Americans from the Southwest have continued the tradition of observing Juneteenth Independence Day for more than 150 years; Whereas Juneteenth Independence Day began as a holiday in the State of Texas and is now celebrated in 46 States and the District of Columbia as a special day of observance in recognition of the emancipation of all slaves in the United States; Whereas Juneteenth Independence Day celebrations have been held to honor African-American freedom while encouraging self-development and respect for all cultures; Whereas the faith and strength of character demonstrated by former slaves and the descendants of former slaves remain an example for all people of the United States, regardless of background, religion, or race; Whereas slavery was not officially abolished until the ratification of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States in December 1865; and Whereas, over the course of its history, the United States has grown into a symbol of democracy and freedom around the world: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates June 19, 2020, as Juneteenth Independence Day (2) recognizes the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day to the United States; (3) supports the continued nationwide celebration of Juneteenth Independence Day to provide an opportunity for the people of the United States to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the United States; and (4) recognizes that the observance of the end of slavery is part of the history and heritage of the United States.

Summary: This resolution designates June 19, 2020, as &quot;Juneteenth Independence Day&quot; to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.
To constitute the majority party's membership on certain committees for the One Hundred Sixteenth Congress, or until their successors are chosen.

To constitute the majority party's membership on certain committees for the One Hundred Sixteenth Congress, or until their successors are chosen. That the following shall constitute the majority party's membership on the following committee for the One Hundred Sixteenth Congress, or until their successors are chosen: Select Committee on Intelligence: Mr. Rubio (Chair), Mr. Burr, Mr. Risch, Ms. Collins, Mr. Blunt, Mr. Cotton, Mr. Cornyn, Mr. Sasse.

Summary: This resolution designates the majority party's membership on the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence for the 116th Congress.
Recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.

Recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States. Whereas education and knowledge are the foundation of the current and future strength of the United States; Whereas teachers and other education staff have earned and deserve the respect of their students and communities for the selfless dedication of the teachers and staff to community service and the futures of the children of the United States; Whereas, despite school closures due to the COVID19 pandemic, teachers and other education staff have stepped up in new ways to support their students and communities, including by (1) coordinating remote learning; (2) supporting the mental health of students; (3) providing meals to students in need; and (4) distributing technology to students; Whereas the purposes of National Teacher Appreciation Week, celebrated from May 4, 2020, through May 8, 2020, are (1) to raise public awareness of the unquantifiable contributions of teachers; and (2) to promote greater respect and understanding for the teaching profession; and Whereas students, schools, communities, and a number of organizations representing educators are recognizing the importance of teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) thanks the teachers of the United States; and (2) promotes the profession of teaching and the contributions of educators by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week.

Summary: This resolution thanks the teachers of the United States and promotes the teaching profession by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week.
Commemorating the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers 50th Anniversary.

Commemorating the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers 50th Anniversary. Whereas the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center ( FLETC Whereas the FLETC headquarters in Glynco, Georgia, opened in 1975; Whereas FLETC became a part of the Department of Homeland Security on March 1, 2003, pursuant to the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (P.L. 107296); Whereas, in 2016, Congress passed, and the President signed into law, FLETCs first authorizing legislation, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers Reform and Improvement Act of 2015 (P.L. 114285); Whereas FLETC provides basic and advanced law enforcement training for 95 Federal law enforcement agencies and to State, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies nationwide; Whereas FLETC includes training locations in Glynco, Georgia, Artesia, New Mexico, Charleston, South Carolina, and Cheltenham, Maryland; Whereas the mission of FLETC is to prepare the Federal law enforcement community to safeguard the people of the United States, our homeland, and our values through strategic partnerships; and Whereas FLETC trains nearly 70,000 law enforcement personnel annually in 872 training programs and maintains more than 3,400 acres of training ground: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center; and (2) recognizes the staff, students, and leadership of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center for their commitment to preparing law enforcement to protect the people of the United States.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center.
Recognizing the contributions of health care professionals during the 2020 Coronavirus pandemic.

Recognizing the contributions of health care professionals during the 2020 Coronavirus pandemic. Whereas, on March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared the outbreak of Coronavirus disease 2019 (referred to in this preamble as COVID19 Whereas, on March 13, 2020, President Donald Trump declared a national emergency, mobilizing the entire United States in the fight against COVID19; Whereas doctors and nurses across the United States have worked tirelessly to combat COVID19, setting up testing facilities and providing constant top-notch care to individuals who have been infected; Whereas mental health professionals have continued to provide excellent therapy and counseling services, even in the face of the unique challenges presented by social distancing across the United States; Whereas researchers and lab technicians have been working around the clock to create tests, find a treatment, and, ultimately, find a cure for COVID19; Whereas public health officials have worked to educate their communities and implement policies that will curb the communal spread of COVID19; and Whereas every individual in the health care community, which includes doctors, nurses, custodial staff, administrative staff, registered nurses, patient care assistants, public health officials, mental health professionals, researchers, lab technicians, and many others, has acted with excellence and professionalism to ensure that the citizens of the United States receive the care they need to get the United States through the COVID19 crisis: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) observes that the spirit of the United States remains resilient in the face of the crisis caused by Coronavirus disease 2019 (referred to in this resolution as COVID19 (2) expresses gratitude to the people of the United States for doing their part to stop the spread of COVID19; and (3) salutes health care professionals across the United States.

Summary: This resolution salutes health care professionals and expresses gratitude to the people of the United States for doing their part to stop the spread of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019).
Designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2020, as Public Schools Week. 

Designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2020, as Public Schools Week Whereas public education is a significant institution in a 21st-century democracy; Whereas public schools in the United States are where students come to be educated about the values and beliefs that hold the individuals of the United States together as a nation; Whereas public schools prepare young individuals of the United States to contribute to the society, economy, and citizenry of the country; Whereas 90 percent of children in the United States attend public schools; Whereas Federal, State, and local lawmakers should (1) prioritize support for strengthening the public schools of the United States; (2) empower superintendents, principals, and other school leaders to implement, manage, and lead school districts and schools in partnership with educators, parents, and other local education stakeholders; and (3) support services and programs that are critical to helping students engage in learning, including counseling, extracurricular activities, and mental health supports; Whereas public schools should foster inclusive, safe, and high-quality environments in which children can learn to think critically, problem solve, and build relationships; Whereas public schools should provide environments in which all students have the opportunity to succeed beginning in their earliest years, regardless of who a student is or where a student lives; Whereas Congress should support (1) efforts to advance equal opportunity and excellence in public education; (2) efforts to implement evidence-based practices in public education; and (3) continuous improvements to public education; Whereas every child should (1) receive an education that helps the child reach the full potential of the child; and (2) attend a school that offers a high-quality educational experience; Whereas Federal funding, in addition to State and local funds, supports the access of students to inviting classrooms, well-prepared educators, and services to support healthy students, including nutrition and afterschool programs; Whereas teachers, paraprofessionals, and principals should provide students with a well-rounded education and strive to create joy in learning; Whereas superintendents, principals, other school leaders, teachers, paraprofessionals, and parents make public schools vital components of communities and are working hard to improve educational outcomes for children across the country; and Whereas the week of February 24 through February 28, 2020, is an appropriate period to designate as Public Schools Week That the Senate designates the week of February 24 through February 28, 2020, as Public Schools Week

Summary: This resolution designates the week of February 24-February 28, 2020, as Public Schools Week.
Honoring the life and service of David Dorn and expressing condolences to the family of David Dorn.

Honoring the life and service of David Dorn and expressing condolences to the family of David Dorn. Whereas David Dorn was born on October 29, 1942, in St. Louis, Missouri; Whereas David Dorn was (1) a loving husband to Sergeant Ann Marie Dorn; (2) a father of 5 children; (3) a grandfather of 10 grandchildren; and (4) a dedicated public servant; Whereas David Dorn graduated from Hadley Technical High School before attending St. Louis Community College at Forest Park and Tarkio College to study criminal justice; Whereas David Dorn began his service with the Metropolitan Police Department, City of St. Louis (referred to in this preamble as the St. Louis Police Department Whereas, over the course of his career with the St. Louis Police Department, David Dorn (1) performed his duties with distinction and commitment; (2) rose to the rank of captain; and (3) acted as the deputy commander of the Bureau of Patrol Support, which oversaw 9 agencies within the St. Louis Police Department; Whereas David Dorn demonstrated dedication to the city of St. Louis by serving in the St. Louis Police Department for 38 years before retiring in October 2007; Whereas, on February 12, 2008, David Dorn returned to public service as Chief of Police of the Moline Acres Police Department; Whereas, after a long career in law enforcement, David Dorn served his community by mentoring and assisting disadvantaged youth; Whereas, on June 2, 2020, David Dorn responded to the looting of a business owned by a friend; Whereas, in an act of senseless violence, a gunman opened fire on David Dorn in the course of that robbery, mortally wounding Dorn as Dorn was protecting his community; and Whereas, on June 4, 2020, the people of St. Louis gathered to honor David Dorn and participated in a march to end violence: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) extends heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of David Dorn; (2) recognizes and honors David Dorn as a hero who lived a life of service to his community and others through the pursuit of justice and the protection of individuals in the community; and (3) expresses deep respect and appreciation for the selfless character and sacrifice of David Dorn.

Summary: This resolution (1) extends condolences to the family and friends of David Dorn, (2) recognizes and honors David Dorn as a hero who lived a life of service to his community and others through the pursuit of justice and the protection of individuals in the community, and (3) expresses deep respect and appreciation for the selfless character and sacrifice of David Dorn.
Designating Michael P. DiSilvestro as Director Emeritus of Senate Security of the United States Senate.

Designating Michael P. DiSilvestro as Director Emeritus of Senate Security of the United States Senate. Whereas Michael P. DiSilvestro will retire from the United States Senate after serving for over 30 years as the first Director of the Office of Senate Security, and in the Senate for over 37 years total, including numerous postponements of his retirement when the needs of the Senate prevailed upon him; Whereas his career has been dedicated to protecting and facilitating the Senates ability to review, discuss, and act upon the most sensitive national security information in our Government; Whereas he represented the Senate boldly and effectively to the executive branch of Government as it delivered critical documents and briefings for the consideration and oversight of the Senate; Whereas his selfless dedication to the Senates constitutional function has made him a leader in planning and executing continuity programs for the Senate and Congress as a whole; Whereas, at great peril, he remained on the front line of service to the Senate in times of heinous attacks on Senate offices; Whereas he has upheld the highest standards and traditions of the Senate as a universally trusted voice of nonpartisan professionalism and expertise; and Whereas he has earned the respect and esteem of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it That, effective May 23, 2020, as a token of the appreciation of the Senate for his long and faithful service, Michael P. DiSilvestro is hereby designated as Director Emeritus of Senate Security of the United States Senate.

Summary: This resolution designates Michael P. DiSilvestro as Director Emeritus of Senate Security of the United States Senate, effective May 23, 2020.
Designating October 7, 2020, as Energy Efficiency Day in celebration of the economic and environmental benefits that have been driven by private sector innovation and Federal energy efficiency policies. 

Designating October 7, 2020, as Energy Efficiency Day Whereas October has been designated as National Energy Awareness Month Whereas improvements in energy efficiency technologies and practices, along with policies of the United States enacted since the 1970s, have resulted in energy savings of more than 60,000,000,000,000,000 British thermal units and energy cost avoidance of more than $800,000,000,000 annually; Whereas energy efficiency has enjoyed bipartisan support in Congress and in administrations of both parties for more than 40 years; Whereas bipartisan legislation enacted since the 1970s to advance Federal energy efficiency policies includes (1) the Energy Policy and Conservation Act ( 42 U.S.C. 6201 (2) the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act of 1987 ( Public Law 10012 (3) the Energy Policy Act of 1992 ( 42 U.S.C. 13201 (4) the Energy Policy Act of 2005 ( 42 U.S.C. 15801 (5) the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 ( 42 U.S.C. 17001 (6) the Energy Efficiency Improvement Act of 2015 ( Public Law 11411 Whereas energy efficiency has long been supported by a diverse coalition of businesses (including manufacturers, utilities, energy service companies, and technology firms), public-interest organizations, environmental and conservation groups, and State and local governments; Whereas, since 1980, the United States has more than doubled its energy productivity, realizing twice the economic output per unit of energy consumed; Whereas more than 2,000,000 individuals in the United States are currently employed across the energy efficiency sector, as the United States has doubled its energy productivity, and business and industry have become more innovative and competitive in global markets; Whereas the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy of the Department of Energy is the principal Federal agency responsible for renewable energy technologies and energy efficiency efforts; Whereas cutting energy waste saves the consumers of the United States billions of dollars on utility bills annually; and Whereas energy efficiency policies, financing innovations, and public-private partnerships have contributed to a reduction in energy intensity in Federal facilities by nearly 50 percent since the mid-1970s, which results in direct savings to United States taxpayers: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates October 7, 2020, as Energy Efficiency Day (2) calls on the people of the United States to observe Energy Efficiency Day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.

Summary: This resolution designates October 7, 2020, as Energy Efficiency Day.
Designating the week of January 26 through February 1, 2020, as National School Choice Week.

Designating the week of January 26 through February 1, 2020, as National School Choice Week Whereas providing a diversity of choices in K12 education empowers parents to select education environments that meet the individual needs and strengths of their children; Whereas high-quality K12 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 tens of thousands of events are planned to celebrate the benefits of educational choice during the tenth annual National School Choice Week, held the week of January 26 through February 1, 2020: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates the week of January 26 through February 1, 2020, as National School Choice Week (2) congratulates students, parents, teachers, and school leaders from K12 education environments of all varieties for their persistence, achievements, dedication, and contributions to society in the United States; (3) encourages all parents, during National School Choice Week, to learn more about the education options available to them; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to hold appropriate programs, events, and activities during National School Choice Week to raise public awareness of the benefits of opportunity in education.

Summary: This resolution designates January 26-February 1, 2020, as National School Choice Week.