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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives to recognize the crisis of violence against Native women.

Whereas according to a study commissioned by the Department of Justice, in some Tribal communities, American Indian women face murder rates that are more than 10 times the national average; Whereas according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, homicide was the third-leading cause of death among American Indian and Alaska Native women between 10 and 24 years of age and the fifth-leading cause of death for American Indian and Alaska Native women between 25 and 34 years of age; Whereas Native women face some of the highest levels of violence of any group, but there is little data that exists on the number of missing American Indian and Alaska Native women in the United States; Whereas American Indians and Alaska Natives are 2.5 times more likely to experience violent crimes and at least 2 times more likely to experience rape or sexual assault crimes than people who are not American Indians or Alaska Natives; Whereas 96 percent of female and 89 percent of male American Indian and Alaska Native victims report being victimized by a non-Indian; Whereas according to a 2010 Government Accountability Office report, the Offices of the United States Attorneys declined to prosecute nearly 52 percent of violent crimes that occur in Indian country; Whereas Indian Tribes report that children are usually involved in domestic violence and dating violence incidents that occur on Indian lands, either as witnesses or as victims themselves; Whereas the Indian Law and Order Commission issued a report entitled A Roadmap for Making Native America Safer Whereas Tribal communities should be able to protect themselves from dating violence, domestic violence, and child violence, and from violence committed against members of the Tribal justice system: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives expresses the sense of the House to recognize the crisis of violence against Native women.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the crisis of violence against Native women.
Commemorating the celebration of Purim by the Jewish community of the United States.

Whereas the Jewish community in the United States has made significant contributions to the Nation as a whole; Whereas antisemitism, including harassment on the basis of actual or perceived Jewish origin, ancestry, ethnicity, identity, affiliation, or faith, remains a persistent, pervasive, and disturbing problem in contemporary American society; Whereas, in 2022, Purim will be celebrated by the Jewish community from sundown on March 16 through sundown March 17; Whereas Purim is the commemoration of the divinely orchestrated saving of Jewish people from Haman the Evil, an Achaemenid Persian Empire grand vizier who intended to kill all the Jews in the ancient Persian Empire; Whereas, in the 4th century B.C.E., Esther became the new queen of the empire, despite being Jewish, and her cousin, Mordechai, refused to follow Haman’s orders, infuriating Haman; Whereas it states in Megillas Esther (the Book of Esther) that Purim means lots Whereas the Jewish people celebrate Purim by reading of the Megillah, giving gifts to at least two poor people, sending gifts of two kinds of food to at least one person, and by taking part in a Purim feast; Whereas the traditional food of Purim is hamantaschen, a pastry with poppy seeds or sweet filling; and Whereas the meanings of Purim are to celebrate the Jewish people reaccepting the Torah with love, specifically Torah she’Baal Peh (verbally transmitted Jewish Law), acknowledge Jewish survival despite Haman’s plot, celebrate God’s involvement in the world, and celebrate a renewed sense of spirituality among Jewish people: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) stands in solidarity with the Jewish community in the United States, and throughout the world; (2) recognizes and celebrates the holiday of Purim; and (3) wishes the Jewish community a Chag Purim Sameach ah freilichen Purim

Summary: This resolution stands in solidarity with the Jewish community in the United States and throughout the world. The resolution also recognizes and celebrates the holiday of Purim and wishes the Jewish community a Chag Purim Sameach (Happy Purim in Hebrew) and ah freilichen Purim (Happy Purim in Yiddish).
Recognizing the roles and the contributions of America's certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) and their role in providing quality health care for the public.

Whereas certified registered nurse anesthetists are essential to America’s health care system, providing high-quality, cost-effective anesthesia care for more than 150 years; Whereas certified registered nurse anesthetists safely administer approximately 49,000,000 anesthetics to patients each year; Whereas certified registered nurse anesthetists are the primary providers of anesthesia care in rural America, enabling health care facilities in these medically underserved areas to offer obstetrical, surgical, trauma stabilization, and pain management services; Whereas certified registered nurse anesthetists practice in every setting in which anesthesia is delivered, including traditional hospital surgical suites and obstetrical delivery rooms; the offices of dentists, podiatrists, ophthalmologists, and plastic surgeons; ambulatory surgical centers; and United States Military and Public Health Services and Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities; Whereas nurse anesthetists first provided anesthesia to wounded soldiers during the Civil War and have been the main provider of anesthesia care to United States military personnel on the front lines since World War I, including all current United States military actions around the globe; and Whereas the purpose of National CRNA Week, held January 24, 2021, through January 30, 2021, is to raise public awareness of and celebrate the Nation’s 57,000 certified registered nurse anesthetists and student registered nurse anesthetists: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives thanks and promotes the profession of certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) by encouraging patients, hospital administrators, health care professionals, policymakers, and others to become more familiar with the CRNA credential and the exceptional advanced practice registered nurses who have earned it by participating in National CRNA Week.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the service of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) and encourages participation in National CRNA Week.
Condemning the horrific acts of terrorism and hatred in Orlando, Florida, on June 12, 2016, and expressing support and prayers for all those impacted by that tragedy.

Whereas, on June 12, 2016, at Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, an armed gunman opened fire killing approximately 49 patrons and wounding approximately 53; Whereas this act of terrorism and hatred is the deadliest shooting massacre in the history of the United States; Whereas this attack took place at Pulse nightclub, a gathering place for members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) community, indicating deep hatred and prejudice toward LGBT community members; Whereas the assailant pledged allegiance to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in the course of his attack; Whereas local, State, and Federal law enforcement personnel performed their duties admirably in the siege and risked their lives for the safety of the patrons; and Whereas the residents of Central Florida came together to support the victims, and their families, friends, and loved ones: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) condemns, in the strongest possible terms, the heinous attack which occurred at Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, on June 12, 2016; (2) offers its condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of those who were killed at Pulse nightclub and expresses its hope for the quick and complete recovery of the survivors wounded in the shooting; (3) applauds the bravery and dedication exhibited by the hundreds of local, State, and Federal law enforcement officials, emergency medical responders, and the others who offered their support and assistance; and (4) stands together united against terrorism and hatred, and will not permit prejudice, violence, and fear to diminish the United States ideals of compassion, liberty, and freedom.

Summary: Condemns the June 12, 2016 attack at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida. Offers condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of those who were killed and expresses hope for the recovery of those who were wounded. Applauds the bravery and dedication of the law enforcement officials, emergency medical responders, and others who offered their support and assistance. Declares that the House of Representatives stands together united against terrorism and hatred.
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require a reading of the names of members of the Armed Forces who died in the previous month as a result of combat.

That— (a) Clause 1 of rule XIV of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding after the third item the following new item: Fourth. On the first legislative day of each month, a reading of the names of members of the Armed Forces who died in the previous month as a result of combat. . (b) Clause 1 of rule XIV is amended by redesignating the fourth through the ninth items as the fifth through the tenth items. (c) Rule XIV of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: 7. The Speaker shall not read the name of any member of the Armed Forces under clause 1 if any family member informs the Speaker that the family member does not wish to have the name of that individual read. .

Summary: This resolution requires (on the first legislative day of each month) a reading of the names of members of the Armed Forces who died in the previous month as a result of combat. In addition, this resolution prohibits the Speaker of the House from reading the name of any such member if any family member informs the Speaker that he or she does not wish to have the name of that individual read.
Commending the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs for their joint campaign to raise awareness during September, Suicide Prevention Month, to reduce suicide among members of the United States Armed Forces and veterans.

Whereas suicide is a leading noncombat cause of death among members of the United States Armed Forces; Whereas, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs 2012 Suicide Data Report, as many as 22 veterans are lost to suicide in the United States each day; Whereas more than 38,000 people in the United States take their lives each year, 20 percent of whom are veterans; Whereas the Joshua Omvig Suicide Prevention Act ( Public Law 110–110 Whereas the Veterans Crisis Line, which was established under the Joshua Omvig Suicide Prevention Act, has received more than 890,000 telephone calls and facilitated more than 30,000 life-saving rescues; Whereas many suicides are preventable, and 90 percent of individuals who die by suicide have a diagnosable psychiatric disorder at the time of death; Whereas the Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for American Veterans Act ( Public Law 114–2 Whereas September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month; and Whereas in September 2014, the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs launched the joint public awareness campaign The Power of 1 That the House of Representatives— (1) commends the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs for raising awareness during Suicide Prevention Month of the life-saving resources available to those who have served, or are currently serving, in uniform; and (2) supports the goals and ideals of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, The Power of 1

Summary: Commends the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs for raising awareness during Suicide Prevention Month of the life-saving resources available to those who have served, or are currently serving, in uniform. Supports the goals of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, "The Power of 1" campaign, and efforts to improve outreach to individuals at risk for suicide, especially those addressed to veterans and members of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Supporting the designation of May as "National Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease and Conditions Awareness Month".

National Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease and Conditions Awareness Month Whereas there are an estimated 300,000 new cases of Lyme disease annually, putting undue burden and suffering on countless individuals and families; Whereas Lyme disease is a rapidly growing epidemic and ticks that transmit Lyme disease are found in half of all United States counties and about 80 countries worldwide; Whereas Lyme disease has no known cure and is difficult to diagnose; Whereas Lyme disease poses a significant threat to our communities, especially when coupled with other tick-borne illnesses and conditions such as alpha-gal allergy, Babesiosis, Heartland virus, Tularemia, and STARI; Whereas symptoms are often mistaken for common illnesses but can affect the nervous system, the heart, and joints, leading to arthritic symptoms, paralysis, encephalitis, seizures, and death if left untreated; Whereas a comprehensive approach utilizing increased education and more research on Lyme and other tick-borne diseases and conditions and their vectors can lead to significant advancements; Whereas individuals and families should seek out and be aware of best practices for the prevention of tick bites and Lyme and other tick-borne diseases and conditions; Whereas individuals living in or visiting wooded and other vulnerable areas should check themselves and their loved ones for ticks each day; Whereas spring marks the beginning of increased tick-bite activity; and Whereas May would be an appropriate month to designate as National Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease and Conditions Awareness Month That the House of Representatives supports the designation of National Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease and Conditions Awareness Month

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease and Conditions Awareness Month to increase public knowledge of Lyme and other tick-borne diseases and conditions, raise awareness about the prevention of tick bites, and advance the vision of finding cures through critical research.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Senate should give its advice and consent to the ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women.

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the full realization of the rights of women is vital to the development and well-being of people of all nations; and (2) the Senate should, therefore, give its advice and consent to the ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for international women's rights and urges the senate to endorse the ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women.
Maintaining Medicare.

Whereas, created in 1965, Medicare was established to provide Government health insurance to senior citizens; Whereas now roughly 65,200,000 individuals utilize Medicare to provide health care coverage; Whereas under President Biden, health care prices have risen nearly 30 percent in 2022 where seniors and everyday Americans saw the largest increase on record; Whereas, due in part to the increased cost of living caused by President Biden’s mismanagement of the economy, the standard Medicare beneficiary saw an increase of $21.60 a month for their 2022 premiums; Whereas, during the 117th Congress, funds meant for Medicare were reallocated to pay for partisan policies outside of the Medicare program in the Inflation Reduction Act; Whereas Democrats cut over $289,000,000 out of Medicare to give insurance companies handouts to boost Obamacare and finance Democrats’ pet green energy projects instead of strengthening Medicare for future generations; and Whereas President Biden has accused House Republicans of threatening to cut Medicare: Now, therefore, be it That— (1) the House of Representatives affirms current retirees and those nearing retirement expect certain Medicare commitments to be made, as Medicare has been one of the vital pillars for senior citizens to access health care; and (2) it is the sense of the House of Representatives that its commitment to the United States is to save and strengthen Medicare and no longer use Medicare as a slush fund to finance Democrats’ partisan policy agenda.

Summary: This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Medicare should be strengthened and should not be used to finance Democrats' policies.
Calling on States to implement "ban the box" legislation.

ban the box Whereas systemic racism within the criminal justice system has led to deep racial disparities within the population of Americans with felony convictions; Whereas a 2017 study from the University of Georgia found that while 8 percent of all Americans have a felony conviction, 33 percent of African-American males have been convicted of a felony; Whereas the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recommends that employers refrain from asking about conviction history on job applications and limit their queries to job-related convictions or convictions that would be consistent with business necessities if they choose to ask these questions; Whereas a 2018 report from the Brookings Institution found that one-third of all 30-year-old men in the United States who reported no annual earnings are either incarcerated or formerly incarcerated; Whereas the 2018 Brookings Institution report found that while only 49 percent of prime-age men were employed 2 years prior to their incarceration, 45 percent of former prisoners reported no earnings in the year after their release; Whereas a 2003 study in the American Journal of Sociology found that stating a criminal record on a job application reduces the likelihood of an employer calling back a potential employee by 50 percent; Whereas eliminating questions about an applicant’s criminal history on their initial applications would allow job applicants a fair hearing with potential employers; Whereas 13 States already prohibit private employers from asking questions about a job applicant’s conviction history; Whereas an analysis by the Prison Policy Initiative found that, in 2008, 27 percent of formerly incarcerated individuals were unemployed, compared to just 5.2 percent of the overall population; Whereas the racial disparities in the United States criminal justice system are reflected in our current employment statistics, as in the second quarter of 2019, 6.1 percent of African Americans were unemployed, compared to an overall unemployment rate of 3.5 percent during the same quarter; and Whereas barring employers from inquiring about an applicant’s history in the initial application process does not affect their ability to conduct background checks later in the hiring process: Now, therefore, be it That— (1) it is the sense of the House of Representatives that inquiries related to conviction history during the initial processes of employment have the effect of deterring employers from hiring those seeking to build productive lives within the American workforce after their convictions and should be prohibited; and (2) the House of Representatives calls on States to implement ban the box

Summary: This resolution calls on states to implement legislation that prohibits inquiries related to conviction history during the initial processes of employment.
Expressing support for designation of February 4, 2017, as National Cancer Prevention Day.

Whereas National Cancer Prevention Day is a day to remind us that when looking at cancer we need to look at prevention and reducing risks for human health and the environment; Whereas when we work to prevent cancer risks, it impacts human health, the environment, and the economy; Whereas cancer is one of the leading causes of death around the world and has touched the lives of nearly everyone, either directly or indirectly; Whereas the disease is the cause of nearly 1 out of every 4 deaths in the United States; Whereas, by the end of 2016, approximately 1,658,210 new cases are expected to be diagnosed across the United States; Whereas more than 1,600 cancer-related deaths per day are expected throughout the year for a total of approximately 595,690; and Whereas February 4, 2017, would be an appropriate date to designate as Cancer Prevention Day: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Cancer Prevention Day; (2) recognizes all efforts to raise the awareness for the reduction of cancer risks; and (3) recognizes the devastating effect cancer has on families and wishes to expand knowledge, encourage early detection, and work with friends in the medical and scientific fields to put an end to this deadly disease.

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of National Cancer Prevention Day.
Calling on the President to work toward equitable, constructive, stable, and durable Armenian-Turkish relations based upon the two countries' common interests and the United States' significant security interests in the region.

Whereas the United States has had longstanding, positive relations with both the Republic of Turkey and the Republic of Armenia, and it is in the national interest of the United States to promote improved relations between the countries; Whereas on October 10, 2009, the Foreign Ministers of Turkey and Armenia signed protocols to establish good neighborly relations and develop bilateral cooperation, including a joint study of their common history, at a ceremony that was attended and supported by representatives of the United States, France, and Russia; and Whereas attempts by the United States to support Turkish-Armenian dialogue and the normalization of diplomatic relations between the two countries have not been successful thus far: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives calls on the President to work toward equitable, constructive, stable, and durable Armenian-Turkish relations, based upon the two countries’ common interests and the United States’ significant security interests in the region.

Summary: Calls on the President to work toward equitable and durable Armenian-Turkish relations based upon the two countries' common interests and the significant U.S. security interests in the region.