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Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 6172) to amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to prohibit the production of certain business records, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the bill (H.R. 6172) to amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to prohibit the production of certain business records, and for other purposes, with the Senate amendments thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a single motion offered by the chair of the Committee on the Judiciary or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendments. The Senate amendments and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for one hour equally divided among and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary and the chair and ranking minority member of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question. 2. Any motion pursuant to clause 4 of rule XXII relating to H.R. 6172 may be offered only by the Majority Leader or his designee. 3. Notwithstanding the order of the House of May 22, 2020, if a veto message is laid before the House on House Joint Resolution 76, then after the message is read and the objections of the President are spread at large upon the Journal, further consideration of the veto message and the joint resolution shall be postponed until the legislative day of Wednesday, July 1, 2020; and on that legislative day, the House shall proceed to the constitutional question of reconsideration and dispose of such question without intervening motion. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 6172) to amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to prohibit the production of certain business records.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Federal Government immediately restore justice, order, and domestic tranquility to protect Federal property, Federal law enforcement and other personnel, and the constitutional rights of United States citizens in Portland, Oregon, Seattle, Washington, and cities across the country.

Whereas the weekend of August 1, 2020, marks two months of increasing acts of violence, unabated criminal activity, and widespread destruction of both public and private property, some tied to interstate commerce, that is ravaging our communities and being carried out by violent mobs, criminals, and domestic terrorists; Whereas domestic terrorism Whereas numerous Federal crimes are continuously being committed, including— (1) advocating the violent overthrow of government; (2) aggravated assault and battery; (3) arson; (4) assault with a deadly weapon; (5) assaulting or killing Federal law enforcement officer; (6) conspiracy to impede or injure a Federal officer; (7) damage to Federal property; (8) destruction of memorials; (9) shoplifting; (10) trespassing; (11) looting; and (12) use of fire or explosives (including fireworks) to destroy property or injure Federal officers. Whereas some local, State, and Federal elected officials are either incapable of or unwilling to stop it; and Whereas these actions must be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law and Federal law enforcement, property, and the constitutional rights of United States citizens must immediately be protected: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes that Federal law enforcement, Federal property, and citizens’ rights must be protected; (2) strongly condemns the violence, destruction, crimes, and terrorism that is tearing through our nation; (3) urges justice, order, and domestic tranquility to be restored immediately; (4) recognizes that it is Congress’ constitutional duty to establish Justice insure domestic Tranquility (5) recognizes that the actions of these individuals amount to domestic terrorism; (6) expresses that those responsible for these violent acts be held criminally responsible for their actions; (7) urges Attorney General Barr to prosecute all individuals engaged in these activities to the fullest extent of the law; and (8) recognizes that the President of the United States has the constitutional duty to enforce Federal laws, protect Federal property, and prosecute Federal crimes.

Summary: This resolution recognizes that federal law enforcement, federal property, and citizens' rights must be protected. The resolution strongly condemns the violence, destruction, crimes, and terrorism throughout our nation and urges justice, order, and domestic tranquility to be restored immediately. Finally, the resolution urges the Department of Justice to prosecute all individuals engaged in these activities to the fullest extent of the law.
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the chair of a select commission established in the legislative branch to report each line item expense to the Clerk of the House of Representatives, and for other purposes.

1. Legislative branch select commission budget outlays (a) In general Clause 2 of rule II of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: (l) The Clerk shall make information received under clause 6(f) of rule X with respect to the budget outlays of a select commission established in the legislative branch available to the public on a Government website in a searchable, sortable, and downloadable format as soon as possible after it is received. . (b) Reporting requirement Clause 6 of rule X of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: (f) Not later than 60 days after the date a select commission is established in the legislative branch, and every 30 days thereafter, the chair of the commission shall submit to the Clerk a report that, with respect to each line item expense incurred by the commission to carry out the duties of such commission— (1) documents the date and amount of each outlay; and (2) includes a copy of the receipt for each outlay. .

Summary: This resolution requires, no later than 60 days after a select commission is established in the legislative branch, and every 30 days afterwards, the chair of the commission to submit to the Clerk of the House a report that, for each line item expense incurred by the commission to carry out the duties of that commission documents the date and amount of each outlay, and includes a copy of the receipt for each outlay. The Clerk shall make such information received with respect to the budget outlays of a select commission available to the public on a government website in a searchable, sortable, and downloadable format as soon as possible after it is received.
Recognizing the significance of "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month".

National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month Whereas the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C 1401(30)) defines a specific learning disability as— (1) a disorder in 1 or more of the basic psychological processes involved in understanding or in using language, spoken or written, which may manifest itself in the imperfect ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell, or do mathematical calculations; (2) such term includes such conditions as perceptual disabilities, brain injury, minimal brain dysfunction, dyslexia, and developmental aphasia; and (3) such term does not include a learning problem that is primarily the result of visual, hearing, or motor disabilities, of intellectual disabilities, of emotional disturbance, or of environmental, cultural, or economic disadvantage. Whereas a specific learning disability is the most prevalent disability of students who are served under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004, impacting 34 percent of all students who received special education services; Whereas the National Assessment of Educational Progress indicates that more than 95 percent of 4th and 8th grade students with a specific learning disability were not proficient in reading in academic year 2022; Whereas the National Assessment of Educational Progress indicates that more than 93 percent of 4th and 8th grade students with a specific learning disability were not proficient in math in academic year 2022; Whereas National Assessment of Educational Progress Math and Reading scores indicate that Black and Hispanic students with a specific learning disability experience even greater opportunity gaps than their White and Asian peers; Whereas research shows that students with specific learning disabilities can achieve commensurate with their peers, if given appropriate instruction and support; Whereas developmentally appropriate universal screening should begin as early as possible to assess which students demonstrate the most pervasive risk factors for specific learning disabilities; and Whereas research rooted in the science of reading establishes an evidence base of effective instructional methods for developing reading skills for students with and at risk for specific learning disabilities: Now, therefore, be it That the House calls on State and local educational agencies to continue to meet the needs of students with specific learning disabilities through a free appropriate public education. That the House recognizes the significance of National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month

Summary: This resolution recognizes the significance of National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month.
SFC Sean Cooley and SPC Christopher Horton Congressional Gold Star Family Fellowship Program Act

1. Short title This Act may be cited as the SFC Sean Cooley and SPC Christopher Horton Congressional Gold Star Family Fellowship Program Act 2. Congressional Gold Star Fellowship Program (a) Establishment There is established in the House of Representatives the Congressional Gold Star Family Fellowship Program (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the Program (b) Exclusion of appointees for purposes of limit on number of employees in Member offices Any individual serving a fellowship under the Program in the office of a Member shall not be included in the determination of the number of employees employed by the Member under section 104(a) of the House of Representatives Administrative Reform Technical Corrections Act ( 2 U.S.C. 5321(a) (c) Placement in Member offices in District of Columbia or congressional district of Member An individual may serve a fellowship under the Program at the Member’s office in the District of Columbia or the Member’s office in the congressional district the Member represents. (d) Eligibility (1) In general An individual is eligible to serve a fellowship under the Program if the individual is the child (including a stepchild), spouse, or sibling of a member of the Armed Forces who is a hostile casualty or died from a training-related injury. (2) Definitions In this subsection, the terms hostile casualty training-related injury (e) Regulations The Program shall be carried out in accordance with regulations promulgated by the Committee on House Administration.

Summary: SFC Sean Cooley and SPC Christopher Horton Congressional Gold Star Family Fellowship Program Act This resolution establishes in the House of Representatives the Congressional Gold Star Family Fellowship Program under which certain family members of a member of the Armed Forces who is a hostile casualty or died from a training-related injury may serve a 12-month fellowship in the office of a Member of the House.
Recognizing the 65th 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 65 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 That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the 65th 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

Summary: Recognizes the 65th 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.
Supporting the goals and ideals of Social Work Month and World Social Work Day on March 19, 2019.

Whereas the social work profession is dedicated to enhancing well-being and helping meet the basic needs of all people, especially those who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty; Whereas this year’s Social Work Month theme— Elevate Social Work Whereas the social work profession is expected to grow faster than average over the next seven years, with more than 682,000 people expected to be employed as social workers by 2026; Whereas social workers elevate and empower people, giving them the ability to solve problems, cope with personal roadblocks, and get the resources they need to succeed; Whereas the social work profession is deeply woven into our society with social workers active in government, schools, universities, social service agencies, communities, corporations, and the military, and in health care and mental health care settings; Whereas social workers are the largest group of providers of mental health services in the United States and the United States Department of Veterans Affairs is one of the largest employers of social workers holding advanced degrees; Whereas social workers travel across the Nation and world to help people in crisis, helping them overcome issues such as death and grief, epidemics, environmental pollution, and natural disasters such as wildfires, hurricanes, and floods; Whereas, for decades, social workers have been in the forefront on social justice, pushing for equal rights for women, African Americans, Latinos, people who are disabled, people who are LGBTQ, and various ethnic, cultural and religious groups; Whereas, for more than a century, the social work profession has been on the cutting edge of helping create changes to make our society a better place to live, including improved workplace safety, a minimum wage, and social safety net programs that ameliorate poverty and hunger; and Whereas social workers stand ready to help our society overcome current pressing issues, including equal rights for all, the need for improved availability of health care and mental health services, immigration reform, voting rights, and the environmental impact of global warming: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of Social Work Month and World Social Work Day; (2) acknowledges the diligent efforts of individuals and groups who promote the importance of social work and observe Social Work Month and World Social Work Day; (3) encourages individuals to engage in appropriate ceremonies and activities to promote further awareness of the life-changing role that social workers play; and (4) recognizes with gratitude the contributions of the millions of caring individuals who have chosen to serve their communities through social work.

Summary: This resolution supports the goals and ideals of Social Work Month and World Social Work Day.
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Agriculture in the One Hundred Fourteenth Congress.

1. Amounts for Committee Expenses For the expenses of the Committee on Agriculture (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the Committee 2. Session Limitations Of the amount specified in section 1— (1) not more than $5,086,548 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2015, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2016; and (2) not more than $5,086,548 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2016, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2017. 3. Vouchers Payments under this resolution shall be made on vouchers authorized by the Committee, signed by the Chairman of the Committee, and approved in the manner directed by the Committee on House Administration. 4. Regulations Amounts made available under this resolution shall be expended in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Committee on House Administration.

Summary: Provides amounts for the expenses of the House Committee on Agriculture for the 114th Congress.
Providing for the attendance of the House at the Inaugural Ceremonies of the President and Vice President of the United States.

That at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 20, 2017, the House shall proceed to the West Front of the Capitol for the purpose of attending the inaugural ceremonies of the President and Vice President of the United States; and that upon the conclusion of the ceremonies the House stands adjourned until noon on Monday, January 23, 2017 for morning-hour debate and 2 p.m. for legislative business. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Requires the House of Representatives to: (1) proceed to the West Front of the Capitol at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 20, 2017, to attend the inaugural ceremonies of the President and Vice President of the United States; and (2) adjourn upon the conclusion of the ceremonies until noon on Monday, January 23, 2017.
Providing for the printing of a revised edition of the Rules and Manual of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress.

That a revised edition of the Rules and Manual of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress be printed as a House document, and that three thousand additional copies shall be printed and bound for the use of the House of Representatives, of which nine hundred eighty copies shall be bound in leather with thumb index and delivered as may be directed by the Parliamentarian of the House. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution requires the printing of a revised edition of the Rules and Manual of the House of Representatives for the 118th Congress.
Expressing support for the designation of July 30, 2022, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".

National Whistleblower Appreciation Day Whereas, in 1777, before the passage of the Bill of Rights, 10 sailors and marines blew the whistle on misconduct that was harmful to the United States; Whereas the Continental Congress unanimously supported the whistleblowers in words and deeds, including by releasing Government records and authorizing payment for legal expenses incurred by the whistleblowers incurred in defending against a retaliatory criminal libel lawsuit brought against them; Whereas, on July 30, 1778, in demonstration of their full support for whistleblowers, the Members of the Continental Congress unanimously enacted the first whistleblower legislation in the United States that read, Resolved, That it is the duty of all persons in the service of the United States, as well as all other inhabitants thereof, to give the earliest information to Congress or other proper authority of any misconduct, frauds or misdemeanors committed by any officers or persons in the service of these states, which may come to their knowledge. Whereas whistleblowers risk their careers, jobs, and reputations by reporting waste, fraud, and abuse to the proper authorities; Whereas, in providing the proper authorities with lawful disclosures, whistleblowers save the taxpayers of the United States billions of dollars each year and serve the public interest by ensuring that the United States remains an ethical and safe place; and Whereas it is the public policy of the United States to encourage, in accordance with Federal law (including the Constitution of the United States, rules, and regulations) and consistent with the protection of classified information (including sources and methods of detection of classified information), honest and good faith reporting of misconduct, fraud, misdemeanors, and other crimes to the appropriate authority at the earliest time possible: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Whistleblower Appreciation Day (2) ensures that the Federal Government implements the intent of the Founding Fathers, as reflected in the legislation enacted on July 30, 1778, by encouraging each executive agency to recognize National Whistleblower Appreciation Day by— (A) informing employees, contractors working on behalf of United States taxpayers, and members of the public about the legal right of a United States citizen to blow the whistle (B) acknowledging the contributions of whistleblowers to combating waste, fraud, abuse, and violations of laws and regulations of the United States.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of National Whistleblower Appreciation Day.