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Supporting the designation of the week of September 19 through September 25, 2021, as "Telehealth Awareness Week".

Telehealth Awareness Week Whereas telehealth allows a health care practitioner to furnish health care services to a patient or a practitioner at a different physical location than the health care practitioner; Whereas telehealth has played a significant role in supporting access to quality health care services for millions of patients during the COVID–19 public health emergency and will continue to be essential beyond the end of the public health emergency; Whereas following the unprecedented use of telehealth and virtual care services in response to the public health emergency, telehealth now represents a significant percent of care delivery, confirming the need to balance in-person and virtual care in the health care system; Whereas telehealth and virtual care services continue to provide patients and families with safe, appropriate, and high-quality care where and when they need it, and 91 percent of Medicare beneficiaries are satisfied with their telehealth experiences; Whereas telehealth allows health care providers to securely connect with patients wherever they are when an in-person interaction is not clinically necessary or available and expands access to health care services for patients in need of specialty care, enabling the health care system to do more good for more people; Whereas telehealth is a bipartisan issue and Members of Congress from both sides of the political aisle and both sides of Capitol Hill are dedicated to ensuring patients continue to have the choice to access telehealth once the COVID–19 public health emergency ends; Whereas the United States must help improve broader access to telehealth services for all individuals, including members of rural and underserved communities; and Whereas Telehealth Awareness Week That the House of Representatives supports the designation of Telehealth Awareness Week

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of Telehealth Awareness Week.
Honoring the life of fallen Officer Daniel Vasquez and expressing condolences to his family.

Whereas Officer Daniel Vasquez of the North Kansas City Police Department was killed in the line of duty on July 19, 2022, after performing a car stop in a neighborhood; Whereas Office Vasquez was known as the shining star Whereas Office Vasquez was born on January 19, 1990, in North Kansas City and was the first of his Mexican-American family to be born in Kansas City; Whereas Officer Vasquez began his career in security by serving both Wyandotte County and Jackson County as an Avenue Angel Whereas Officer Vasquez continued his service by joining the Kansas City Missouri Police Department as a detention officer; Whereas after years of hard work and perseverance, Officer Vasquez joined the police force in January 2021 and, after completing his training at the KCPD Regional Police Academy with graduating Class #171, was sworn into office; and Whereas the North Kansas City Police Department posthumously bestowed Officer Vasquez their Medal of Valor, a symbol of gratitude for his distinguished service and boundless bravery: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses condolences to the loved ones of Officer Vasquez, who has made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty and whose sacrifice will not be forgotten; and (2) honors the memory and legacy of Officer Vasquez and expresses that his dedication to his community will never be forgotten.

Summary: This resolution honors the memory and legacy of Officer Daniel Vasquez, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The resolution also expresses condolences to his loved ones.
Expressing support for designation of May 16, 2023, as the "National Day of Light".

National Day of Light Whereas the National Day of Light is aimed at raising awareness of the vital role of light in our daily lives and its importance to 21st-century technology and innovation; Whereas for centuries, light-based technologies have provided solutions to worldwide challenges in energy, agriculture, manufacturing, telecommunications, national security, and health; Whereas optics and photonics is the study of the fundamental properties of light and harnessing them for practical applications; Whereas light has revolutionized medicine through technologies such as x-ray imaging, laser surgery, and cancer treatments; Whereas light has transformed communication via the internet, a tool we cannot imagine living without today; Whereas light has helped us improve transportation safety with sensors in vehicles and advanced infrastructure monitoring; Whereas light has greatly enhanced the ability of the United States to gather intelligence, defend the Nation, and protect its troops in the field; Whereas most of what we have observed in the universe is known only through light-based technologies, first from the visible wavelengths observed by Galileo into x-ray, infrared, and radio waves, and even gravitational waves detected by lasers; Whereas advanced manufacturing is possible due to light-based technologies that can provide custom, precise, and high-added value through means such as additive manufacturing; Whereas quantum computing, sensing, and communication systems are largely enabled by light-based technologies; Whereas through the National Quantum Initiative Act ( Public Law 115–368 Whereas May 16 is already recognized internationally as the Day of Light: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of a National Day of Light (2) recognizes the continuing importance of the United States as the world leader in light-based science and technologies; (3) recognizes the importance of inspiring the next generation of scientists, researchers, innovators, technicians, and entrepreneurs; and (4) encourages schools, community colleges, and universities to observe the day with appropriate activities.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of a National Day of Light and recognizes the continued importance of the United States as the world leader in light-based science and technology.
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on the Budget in the One Hundred Fourteenth Congress.

1. Amounts for Committee Expenses For the expenses of the Committee on the Budget (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the Committee 2. Session Limitations Of the amount specified in section 1— (1) not more than $5,190,212 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 $5,190,212 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 the Budget for the 114th Congress.
Recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali.

Whereas for millions of Indian Americans, Diwali (or Deepavali) is a time for thanksgiving and prayer for health, knowledge and peace; Whereas this year, 2017, many Members of Congress will celebrate Diwali in the United States Capitol for the first time; Whereas Diwali, a festival of great significance to Indian Americans, is celebrated annually by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and others throughout the United States; Whereas Diwali is a festival of lights, during which celebrants light small oil lamps, place them around the home, and pray for health, knowledge and peace; Whereas celebrants of Diwali believe that the rows of lamps symbolize the light within the individual that rids the soul of the darkness of ignorance; Whereas Diwali falls on the last day of the last month in the lunar calendar and is celebrated as a day of thanksgiving and the beginning of the New Year for many Hindus; Whereas for Hindus, Diwali is a celebration of the belief that light triumphs over darkness, and good triumphs over evil; Whereas for Sikhs, Diwali is feted as the day on which the sixth founding Sikh guru, Guru Hargobind, was released from captivity by the Mughal Emperor Jehangir; Whereas for Jains, Diwali marks the anniversary of the attainment of Nirvana by Lord Mahavira, the last of the Tirthankaras (founders of the Jain philosophy); and Whereas Diwali is a celebration of great importance in Indian American communities throughout the United States: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the historical and religious significance of Diwali; (2) in observance of Diwali, the festival of lights, expresses its deepest respect for Indian Americans and the Indian Diaspora throughout the world on this significant occasion; (3) recognizes and appreciates the religious diversity in both India and the United States and throughout the world; and (4) acknowledges and supports the relationship of collaboration and respect between the United States and India.

Summary: Recognizes the religious and historical significance of Diwali.
Recognizing the 113th anniversary of the founding of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Whereas Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, was founded on January 15, 1908, at Howard University in Washington, DC, by Anna Easter Brown, Beulah Elizabeth Burke, Lillie E. Burke, Marjorie Hill, Margaret Flagg Holmes, Ethel Hedgeman Lyle, Lavinia Norman, Lucy Diggs Slowe, and Marie Woolfolk Taylor; Whereas those original nine founders established Alpha Kappa Alpha on five core tenets: to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship among college women, to study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their social stature, to maintain a progressive interest in college life, and to be of Service to All Mankind Whereas Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, was incorporated on January 29, 1913; Whereas Alpha Kappa Alpha membership now includes over 1,025 chapters with nearly 300,000 members worldwide; Whereas Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, is dedicated to implementing programs of service that enhance the well-being of local, national, and international communities; Whereas the theme of those service programs for 2018–2022 is Exemplifying Excellence Through Sustainable Service and will involve five program targets— (1) HBCU for Life: A Call to Action; (2) Women’s Healthcare and Wellness; (3) Building Your Economic Legacy; (4) The Arts!; and (5) Global Impact; Whereas Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated’s signature service program for 2018–2022 is #CAP, an acronym for the College Admission Process Whereas Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, is helping to ensure the sustainability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) by implementing an Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc., HBCU Endowment Initiative at each accredited four-year HBCU and by encouraging students to attend HBCUs; Whereas through its HBCU for Life program, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, has raised $1,000,000 in one day for three consecutive years and distributed these funds to HBCUs to establish an endowment on each of the 106 HBCU campuses; Whereas among the many accomplished members of Alpha Kappa Alpha are eight Members of the 117th Congress— (1) Alma S. Adams (NC–12); (2) Sheila Jackson Lee (TX–18); (3) Eddie Bernice Johnson (TX–30); (4) Terri A. Sewell (AL–07); (5) Lauren Underwood (IL–14); (6) Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ–12); (7) Nikema Williams (GA–05); and (8) Frederica S. Wilson (FL–24); and Whereas Kamala Harris, the first woman to serve as the Vice President of the United States as well as the first Black and South Asian woman to serve as Vice President, is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha; Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives recognizes Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.’s 113 years of service to all mankind.

Summary: This resolution recognizes Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. for its 113 years of service.
Expressing support for the designation of May 24 as "National Aviation Maintenance Technician Day" or "National AMT Day" to commemorate the work of aviation maintenance professionals.

National Aviation Maintenance Technician Day National AMT Day Whereas National AMT Day is an opportunity to celebrate the many contributions aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs) have made to the aviation industry and to recognize the important tasks carried out by AMTs every day; Whereas National AMT Day was selected in honor of Charles Edward Taylor’s birthday, who worked with the Wright brothers and built the engine used to power their airplane; Whereas the Nation’s AMTs are responsible for ensuring the safety and mechanical reliability and support of thousands of aircraft every day and have a critical role in keeping millions of people safe each year; Whereas AMTs are responsible for servicing aircraft, aircraft engines, and aircraft components and avionics systems according to airline and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) specifications, and AMTs also perform inspections during assembly of parts and after repair or installation of components; document maintenance procedures including component damage, origin, and condition; and practice safety conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures; Whereas every day, AMTs are working to provide high-quality service to Maintenance and Repair Organizations (MROs), airlines, and general aviation customers around the world, including the United States military; Whereas the need for highly skilled aviation professionals such as AMTs continues to grow, as Boeing projects 610,000 new AMTs will be needed to maintain the global commercial aviation fleet over the next 20 years; Whereas AMTs consist of the aviation industry’s top talent and enjoy competitive compensation, and the job of an AMT is a career position, and within 7 years, a 2-licensed AMT will make a salary of more than $100,000; Whereas AMTs possess highly transferable skills that can be used across many industries, and specialty fields include avionics, welding, engine overhaul, composites, engineering, and more; Whereas recruiting and workforce development strategies will continue to be key in order to train and obtain top AMTs in the coming years; and Whereas May 24 is designated as National AMT Day That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the contributions of aviation maintenance technicians, who are important airline professionals; and (2) encourages a continued spotlight on the important aviation careers of such technicians, now and in the future.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the contributions of aviation maintenance technicians.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the firefight that occurred on March 4, 2007, between members of the United States Marine Corps and enemy forces in Bati Kot District, Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan.

Whereas, during the morning of March 4, 2007, 30 Marines of Fox Company, Marine Special Operations Command, on patrol in Bati Kot District, Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan, were attacked in a complex ambush by enemy forces; Whereas the Marines of Fox Company responded to the attack with proportionate defensive fire in accordance with the existing Rules of Engagement; Whereas, in their response to the ambush, the Marines of Fox Company did not engage in the intentional or indiscriminate killing of any civilians; Whereas, as commander of Theater Special Operations forces, Lieutenant General Frank Kearney prematurely decided to expel the entire Marine Special Operations Company from Afghanistan notwithstanding their appropriate response to an attack by the enemy; Whereas General Kearney skewed public perception regarding the incident with his statements, which led to an Inspector General investigation into his actions; Whereas, not only was the response by General Kearney unprecedented, but none of the investigations that have been completed would warrant such action, and General Kearney’s decision damaged the development of the Marine Special Operations Command and the personal livelihood of these Marines; and Whereas the Marines conduct during the complex ambush was exemplary and reflected the high standards to which they were trained: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the Commandant of the United States Marine Corps should issue a public document certifying that members of Fox Company of the Marine Special Operations Command were not at fault in the firefight that occurred on March 4, 2007, between members of Fox Company and enemy forces in Bati Kot District, Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan, and the Marines of Fox Company involved in this incident deserve to have their names cleared.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the Commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps should issue a public document certifying that members of Fox Company of the Marine Special Operations Command were not at fault in the firefight on March 4, 2007, with enemy forces in Bati Kot District, Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan; and (2) Fox Company marines involved in such incident deserve to have their names cleared.
Expressing support for the designation of June 26 as "LGBTQ Equality Day".

LGBTQ Equality Day Whereas the United States recognizes that all people should be treated equally; Whereas Members of the 117th Congress support the rights and freedoms of individuals who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ); Whereas, on June 26, 2003, the United States Supreme Court ruled in Lawrence v. Texas Whereas, on June 26, 2013, the United States Supreme Court ruled in Whereas, on June 26, 2015, the United States Supreme Court ruled in Whereas Supreme Court decisions handed down on June 26 ended marriage discrimination and the criminalization of same-sex private intimate conduct under the law; Whereas LGBTQ people and their allies have worked together for over 60 years to make progress toward achieving full equality for all people in the United States, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity; Whereas LGBTQ people in the United States continue to face many barriers to the American dream that cannot be solved through courtroom litigation alone; Whereas transgender people and LGBTQ people of color are disproportionately and uniquely burdened by such barriers, including violence, discrimination, poverty, and societal isolation; Whereas although victories at the Supreme Court have affirmed the dignity and equality of millions of same-sex couples, statutory reforms are needed to ensure LGBTQ people in the United States are free from discrimination and have equal access to the American dream; and Whereas June 26 would be an appropriate date to designate as LGBTQ Equality Day That the House of Representatives— (1) supports equal rights and protections for all people, regardless of actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity; (2) supports the designation of LGBTQ Equality Day (3) encourages the celebration of LGBTQ Equality Day (4) acknowledges the need for further legislation to ensure people in the United States are free from all forms of discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity, including in employment, housing, public accommodations, education, Federal funding, credit, and jury service.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for (1) equal rights and protections for all people, regardless of actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity; and (2) the designation of LGBTQ Equality Day on June 26 to commemorate Supreme Court decisions handed down on that day in 2003, 2013, and 2015. The resolution also acknowledges the need for further legislation to ensure that people in the United States are free from all forms of discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity.
Expressing support for naming surviving family members of veterans who die by suicide as "Gold Arrow Families".

Gold Arrow Families Whereas a veteran’s past exposure to combat and high-stress environments can be associated with higher rates of mental health diagnoses, such as depression, anxiety disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder; Whereas rates of these conditions and disorders among veterans have risen steadily; Whereas when a veteran commits suicide, close family members of the veteran often experience shock, anger, guilt, and sorrow; Whereas it is important to remember stories like that of Army Specialist Ashley M. Taylor and her husband Army Private Bailey C. Taylor, who both died by suicide leaving behind their son shortly after his second birthday; Whereas increased recognition of veterans and their family members within the community and increased screening for suicide risk should be required among Federal agencies, State and local governments, other organizations, communities, and individuals; Whereas the response of the Department of Veterans Affairs to veterans’ suicidal thoughts, attempts, and deaths should involve coordinated efforts among family members, medical professionals, counselors, and others across the veteran community; Whereas Congress has attempted to address the problem of suicide among veterans through legislation and oversight hearings, both on prevention of veteran suicide and veteran mental health, and increased annual funding for Veterans Health Administration mental health care and behavior health services; and Whereas while some legislation has sought to improve outreach and awareness, particularly among certain veteran communities deemed to be at high risk for suicide, certain challenges remain, and more can be done for the grieving families that are commonly forgotten about: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the naming of surviving family members of veterans who die by suicide as Gold Arrow Families (2) promotes awareness for the needs of the grieving family members of veterans who die by suicide; and (3) determines that suicides by veterans can be reduced through the adoption of programs and legislation that provide Gold Arrow Families with resources to help them cope with their loss.

Summary: This resolution supports the naming of surviving family members of veterans who die by suicide as Gold Arrow Families. The resolution also promotes awareness for the needs of such family members and determines that suicide by veterans can be reduced through the adoption of programs and legislation that provide Gold Arrow Families with resources.