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Recognizing the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, commending a month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and extending best wishes to Muslims in the United States and across the globe for a joyous and meaningful observance of Eid al-Fitr.

Whereas Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for Muslims worldwide; Whereas this month of sacrifice and contemplation began on the evening of Thursday, April 23, 2020, based on the visual sightings of the crescent moon; Whereas Muslims in the United States and around the world observe Ramadan by fasting, emphasizing self-discipline, worship, charity, and reading the Holy Quran to improve patience, humility, and spirituality; Whereas Ramadan continued until the evening of Saturday, May 23, 2020, with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr; Whereas Eid al-Fitr begins each year with the sighting of the new moon, signifying a month-long end to fasting and reflection for all Muslim followers; Whereas it is estimated that there are approximately 1,800,000,000 Muslims worldwide; Whereas over 4,500 Muslims serve on active duty and over 2,300 Muslims serve as selected reserve personnel in the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the Muslim population has been growing in the United States and today’s American Muslim population is a tapestry of ethnic, racial, linguistic, social, and economic groups; Whereas American Muslims have contributed to every part of society to make advancements in medicine, science, engineering, economics, sports, education, and the law; and Whereas the observance of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan has concluded with Eid al-Fitr, a three-day celebration: Now, therefore, be it That— (1) to demonstrate solidarity with and support for members of the community of Islam in the United States and throughout the world, the House of Representatives recognizes the importance of the Islamic faith; and (2) in observance of and out of respect for Ramadan tradition, the Muslim holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, the House of Representatives offers its best wishes to all Muslims celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the conclusion of Ramadan, while also expressing its deepest respect to Muslims in the United States and worldwide on this important occasion.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the importance of the Islamic faith and expresses deep respect for Muslims in the United States and worldwide in honor of Eid al-Fitr (the conclusion of Ramadan).
Expressing support for designation of the month of May as Williams Syndrome Awareness Month.

Whereas Williams syndrome is a rare genetic condition that is present at birth, affects as many as 30,000 individuals in the United States and is characterized by lifelong medical problems, including cardiovascular disease, developmental delays, and learning disabilities; Whereas more than 5,000 individuals have signed a petition requesting that Congress support the Williams Syndrome Association’s efforts to designate May as Williams Syndrome Awareness Month; Whereas the Williams Syndrome Association (WSA), founded in 1982, is a non-profit organization and the most comprehensive resource for people and families living with Williams syndrome as well as for doctors, researchers and educators. And through its efforts, from raising public awareness, to funding critical new research, and providing valuable information and support to families, the WSA has improved the quality of life and futures of those affected by Williams syndrome; Whereas to generate awareness about Williams syndrome and raise funding for critical WSA programs and initiatives, the WSA has organized May as Williams Syndrome Awareness Month which includes Walks for Williams Whereas the Williams Syndrome Association and the families and friends of those with Williams should be commended for their hard work, compassion, and courage for educating the country about this rare disorder: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives supports the goals and ideals of Williams Syndrome Awareness Month.

Summary: Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Williams Syndrome Awareness Month.
Calling on the President to work toward equitable, constructive, stable, and durable Armenian-Turkish relations for the next 100 years based upon the two countries' common interests and the United States' significant security interests in the region.

Whereas the Obama Administration has, since early 2009, sought to improve Armenian-Turkish relations; and Whereas at the start of this process, President Barack Obama had, on April 6, 2009, voiced the United States Government's expectation that the Armenia-Turkey dialogue would bear fruit very quickly That the House of Representatives calls on the President to work toward equitable, constructive, stable, and durable Armenian-Turkish relations for the next 100 years, based upon the two countries’ common interests and the United States’ significant security interests in the region.

Summary: The House of Representatives calls on the President to work toward equitable and durable Armenian-Turkish relations for the next 100 years based upon the two countries' common interests and the significant security interests of the United States in the region.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should work with the Government of the United Kingdom to prepare for a future free trade agreement between the United States and the United Kingdom.

Whereas, on March 5, 1946, Sir Winston Churchill delivered the Iron Curtain speech in Fulton, Missouri, solidifying the Special Relationship Whereas, since the end of World War II, the United States and the United Kingdom have been beacons of freedom to the world, standing together in the fight against tyranny; Whereas the Special Relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom has enabled economic prosperity and security cooperation for both countries for more than 70 years; Whereas, on June 23, 2016, the people of the United Kingdom voted in support of a referendum to leave the European Union; Whereas the United Kingdom is an important trading partner with the United States, with $232,000,000,000 in goods traded between the two countries in 2017; Whereas, on October 16, 2018, the United States Trade Representative expressed the intention of the President to negotiate a free trade agreement between the two countries after the United Kingdom leaves the European Union; and Whereas the constitutional power of making treaties with foreign nations includes both the legislative and executive branches: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the United States should have a close and mutually beneficial trading and economic partnership with the United Kingdom without interruption; and (2) the President, with the support of Congress, should lay the groundwork for a future trade agreement between the United States and the United Kingdom.

Summary: This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the President, with the support of Congress, should prepare for a future trade agreement between the United States and the United Kingdom.
Supporting the goals and ideals of November as National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month.

Whereas Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disease that impairs an individual’s memory, cognitive abilities, and behavior; Whereas Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia; Whereas November was first designated as National Alzheimer’s Disease Month by President Ronald Reagan in 1983 and was later renamed National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month; Whereas subsequent presidents have supported this designation; Whereas fewer than 2,000,000 Americans suffered from Alzheimer’s disease in 1983; Whereas more than 5,000,000 individuals are now living with Alzheimer’s disease in the United States; Whereas neurological research continues to lead to advances in the treatment and diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia; and Whereas National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month serves to increase awareness about the disease, its impact on the lives of those affected by it, and the efforts of those seeking to cure Alzheimer’s disease: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month; (2) acknowledges the tragic impact which Alzheimer’s disease has on the lives of individuals in the United States; and (3) acknowledges the progress and improvements which neurological research has made in the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.

Summary: Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. Acknowledges: (1) the tragic impact Alzheimer's disease has on the lives of individuals in the United States, and (2) the progress and improvements neurological research has made in the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease.
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Community Gardening Awareness Week.

Whereas countless families in the United States live with hunger every day and do not have access to fresh produce in their neighborhoods; Whereas community gardens conserve limited resources and promote sustainability; Whereas community gardens provide an important and nutritious source of fresh produce donations for local food pantries and social service agencies; Whereas community gardens enable individuals to gain control over the quality, variety, and cost of their food supply; Whereas community gardening encourages individuals of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds to work together, foster a better sense of community, and improve the quality of their lives; Whereas community-based youth and school gardening programs encourage personal self-esteem and healthy attitudes toward learning; Whereas community gardening and greening projects provide a catalyst for neighborhood and community development; Whereas community gardens reduce city heat and preserve open spaces for present and future generations; Whereas community gardens and other green spaces— (1) provide a more livable environment in municipalities throughout the United States; and (2) present a positive local image to the residents of, and visitors to, a community; Whereas community gardens help provide local food banks with fresh produce for individuals in need; and Whereas the last week of September 2017 is an appropriate week to designate as National Community Gardening Awareness Week That the House of Representative supports the goals and ideals of National Community Gardening Awareness Week, including— (1) raising awareness of the importance of community gardens and urban agriculture; (2) improving access to public land for the development of sustainable food projects; (3) encouraging further growth of community gardens and other opportunities that increase food self-reliance, improve fitness, contribute to a cleaner environment, and enhance community development; and (4) supporting cooperative efforts among Federal, State, and local governments and nonprofit organizations— (A) to promote the development and expansion of community gardens; and (B) to increase the accessibility of community gardens to disadvantaged population groups.

Summary: Supports the goals and ideals of National Community Gardening Awareness Week, including: raising awareness about the importance of community gardens and urban agriculture; improving access to public land for the creation of sustainable food projects; encouraging growth of community gardens; and supporting cooperative efforts among federal, state, and local governments and nonprofit organizations to promote the development and expansion of community gardens and to increase accessibility to disadvantaged population groups.
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Ways and Means in the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress.

1. Amounts for Committee Expenses For the expenses of the Committee on Ways and Means (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the Committee 2. Session Limitations Of the amount specified in section 1— (1) not more than $8,954,346 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2017, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2018; and (2) not more than $8,986,346 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2018, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2019. 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 Ways and Means for the 115th Congress.
Recognizing it is the congressional intent of the Affordable Care Act that enhanced Federal medical assistance percentage funds are to be directly shared with the counties in States with a Medicaid local share requirement.

Whereas county governments that receive enhanced Federal medical assistance percentage (eFMAP) funds use such funds to deliver critical services through Medicaid to vulnerable and underserved populations, such as mental health services, home health services, long-term care services, and other necessary support services; Whereas, since the inception of the eFMAP, States have been sharing such funds with the counties to deliver such care to underserved communities; Whereas New York State Governor Kathy Hochul’s latest budget withholds a percentage of funds that are supposed to be given directly to the counties and absorbs such amount into the State budget; Whereas 18 States mandate counties contribute to the non-Federal share of Medicaid costs, such as California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, Minnesota, Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida; Whereas such withholding of eFMAP funds from the New York State counties adds up to $1,000,000,000; Whereas New York State’s actions to withhold eFMAP funds is preventing counties from providing the necessary support to vulnerable children and seniors; Whereas the withholding of eFMAP funds from counties will force county governments to raise property taxes to make up for such revenue loss; and Whereas counties should be reconciled and retroactively receive such eFMAP funds to ensure Medicaid-dependent populations receive the support and care they need: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives recognizes that State governments that require a local county share should not withhold such funds from counties to make up for States’ Medicaid budgetary shortfalls.

Summary: This resolution recognizes that states that require local governments to contribute funds to Medicaid should not withhold federal Medicaid matching funds from these local governments to make up for state budget shortfalls.
Raising a question of the privileges of the House.

Whereas at a press conference on September 24, 2019, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi stated: Therefore today, I'm announcing the House of Representatives is moving forward with an official impeachment inquiry. Whereas House Practice states that: Under the modern practice, an impeachment is normally instituted by the House by the adoption of a resolution calling for a committee investigation of charges against the officer in question. Whereas in the past 25 years, the House of Representatives has moved forward with impeachment against a Federal officer three times, each initiated by an impeachment inquiry resolution approved by the full House, not by a unilateral decree of the Speaker; Whereas, on May 12, 2009, the House approved H. Res. 424, authorizing and directing the Committee on the Judiciary to inquire whether the House should impeach Samuel B. Kent, a judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas; Whereas, on January 13, 2009, the House approved H. Res. 15, authorizing and directing the Committee on the Judiciary to inquire whether the House should impeach G. Thomas Porteous, a judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana; Whereas, on October 8, 1998, the House approved H. Res. 581, authorizing and directing the Committee on the Judiciary to investigate whether sufficient grounds exist for the impeachment of William Jefferson Clinton, President of the United States; Whereas the Committee Report to accompany H. Res. 581 stated: Because the issue of impeachment is of such overwhelming importance, the Committee decided that it must receive authorization from the full House before proceeding on any further course of action. Whereas that report further stated: Because impeachment is delegated solely to the House of Representatives by the Constitution, the full House of Representatives should be involved in critical decision making regarding various stages of impeachment. Whereas the Speaker's extraordinary decision to move forward with an impeachment inquiry without any debate or vote on such a resolution by the full House undermines the voting privileges afforded to each Member and the constituents they represent; and Whereas this unprecedented and politically motivated decision by Speaker Pelosi represents an abuse of power and brings discredit to the House of Representatives: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives disapproves of the actions of the Speaker of the House, Mrs. Pelosi of California, to initiate an impeachment inquiry against the duly elected President of the United States, Donald J. Trump.

Summary: This resolution disapproves the actions of the Speaker of the House, Representative Nancy Pelosi, to initiate an impeachment inquiry against President Trump without any debate or vote by the full House on an impeachment inquiry resolution.
Electing a Member to a standing committee of the House of Representatives.

That following named Member be, and is hereby, elected to the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on Financial Services: Mr. Messer. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Elects a specified Member to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Expressing support for designation of March as "National Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month".

National Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month Whereas multiple myeloma (or myeloma) is a cancer of plasma cells in the bone marrow and is called “multiple” because it can occur at various sites in the body; Whereas multiple myeloma causes a variety of adverse health effects, including a weakened immune system, anemia, kidney damage, and bone deterioration; Whereas multiple myeloma is the second most common blood cancer worldwide; Whereas multiple myeloma currently affects more than 100,000 people in the United States, with about 22,350 new cases diagnosed and 10,710 deaths from the disease in 2013 according to the National Cancer Institute’s Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Program; Whereas once predominately found among those 65 and over, where it continues to be most frequently diagnosed, multiple myeloma is increasingly being identified in younger age individuals including those in their 30s, 40s, and 50s; Whereas multiple myeloma is almost twice as likely to occur among African-Americans and is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths among African-Americans, with scientific understanding of the disparity remaining unknown; Whereas the cause of multiple myeloma is not known, with robust research being performed in the United States and internationally into potential genetic, environmental, and other risk factors; Whereas recent years have seen the development of new drugs and treatments that have improved life expectancies and significantly enhanced the quality of life for patients; Whereas additional new drugs and therapies are in the research phase, with patient enrollment in clinical trials playing an important role in determining safe and effective treatments; Whereas understanding and treatment of multiple myeloma has been greatly furthered by the role of advocacy initiatives promoting awareness, education, research, peer review, and collaboration and such efforts are to be highly commended; Whereas greater awareness of multiple myeloma on the part of clinicians and the general public can lead to earlier detection and treatment, improving health outcomes and bringing comfort to patients and their families; and Whereas March would be an appropriate month to designate as “National Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month”: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives supports the designation of “National Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month” to increase public knowledge of this disease and advance the vision of finding a cure for multiple myeloma.

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of National Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) must allow taxpayers the same lame excuses for missing documentation that the IRS itself is currently proffering.

The resolution may be cited as the Dog Ate My Tax Receipts Resolution Whereas, the IRS claims that convenient, unexplained, miscellaneous computer malfunction is sufficient justification not to produce specific, critical documentation; and Whereas, fairness and Due Process demand that the American taxpayer be granted no less latitude than we afford the bureaucrats employed presently at the IRS: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that unless and until the Internal Revenue Service produces all documentation demanded by subpoena or otherwise by the House of Representatives, or produces an excuse that passes the red face test, All taxpayers shall be given the benefit of the doubt when not producing critical documentation, so long as the taxpayer’s excuse therefore falls into one of the following categories: (1) The dog ate my tax receipts (2) Convenient, unexplained, miscellaneous computer malfunction (3) Traded documents for five terrorists (4) Burned for warmth while lost in the Yukon (5) Left on table in Hillary’s Book Room (6) Received water damage in the trunk of Ted Kennedy’s car (7) Forgot in gun case sold to Mexican drug lords (8) Forced to recycle by municipal Green Czar (9) Was short on toilet paper while camping (10) At this point, what difference does it make? In any case, IRS can see the NSA for a good, high quality copy.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that taxpayers shall be given the benefit of the doubt with regard to their justification for not producing critical documentation until the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) produces all documentation demanded by the House or produces acceptable justification for not doing so.