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Affirming that Members of Congress who were elected for the 117th Congress from Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin were freely and fairly elected under lawful, constitutional procedures.

Whereas Members of Congress who were elected for the 117th Congress from all 50 States, including Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, were elected on November 3, 2020, on the same ballots as those used to elect the 46th President of the United States, and votes for these Members were cast in the same manner and counted by the same election workers employing the same mechanisms, and following the same rules and procedures, as votes cast for candidates for President; Whereas any legal or practical deficiencies in the conduct of the election in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin that enabled fraud or corruption in the Presidential election would have enabled similar fraud or corruption in the election of Members of Congress representing these States; and Whereas no evidence of fraud or corruption has been presented to the House that might have prevented the seating of Members from Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, and these Members took their oaths of office on January 3, 2020: Now therefore be it That the House of Representatives affirms that Members of Congress who were elected for the 117th Congress from Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin were freely and fairly elected under lawful, constitutional procedures established by their respective States that should inspire confidence among the American people.

Summary: This resolution affirms that Members of Congress elected for the 117th Congress from Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin were freely and fairly elected under lawful, constitutional procedures.
Expressing support for the designation of April 13, 2023, as "Remanufacturing Day".

Remanufacturing Day Whereas remanufacturing is a comprehensive and rigorous industrial process by which a previously sold, leased, used, worn, remanufactured, or nonfunctional product or part is returned to a like-new, same-as-when-new, or better-than-when-new condition, from both a quality and performance perspective, through a controlled, reproducible, and sustainable process; Whereas a 2012 United States International Trade Commission (ITC) report found that remanufacturers support at least 180,000 full-time jobs in the United States, and the ITC report states that production of remanufactured goods in the United States increased by 15 percent from 2009 to 2011 and exports totaled $11.2 billion annually; Whereas remanufacturing has been recognized by leading universities, research institutions, and manufacturers in the United States as good for the environment for its ability to divert end-of-life products from landfills; Whereas, by encouraging businesses, State agencies, nonprofit organizations, schools, and individuals to celebrate Remanufacturing Day Whereas, to focus the attention of the United States on the benefits of remanufacturing, businesses, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations have joined together to celebrate Remanufacturing Day That the House of Representatives supports the designation of Remanufacturing Day

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of Remanufacturing Day.
Expressing support for the designation of April 18, 2021, as "National Amateur Radio Operators Day".

National Amateur Radio Operators Day Whereas amateur radio, or ham radio Whereas amateur radio is the oldest form of digital communications; Whereas amateur radio has played an invaluable role in developing new forms of electronic communications; Whereas amateur radio offers individuals a chance to learn new technological skills; Whereas groups such as Youngsters On the Air (YOTA) are working to ensure that there is a next generation of amateur radio operators; Whereas amateur radio groups and amateur radio clubs across the Nation provide communities an important way to communicate with one another; Whereas the amateur radio operator’s code contains as a major principle ideals that are important to country and community; Whereas a key purpose of amateur radio is to have a group of skilled volunteers to assist emergency responders in an event of a disaster; Whereas members of the amateur radio community, such as the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) have provided invaluable emergency communications services following recent natural disasters, including but not limited to helping coordinate disaster relief efforts following Hurricanes Katrina, Wilma, and Maria and other extreme weather disasters; Whereas, on April 18, 1925, the first International Amateur Radio Union was formed in Paris; and Whereas April 18, 2021, would be an appropriate day for the celebration of National Amateur Radio Operators Day That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Amateur Radio Operators Day (2) recognizes that continuing importance of amateur radio operators and their role in bringing communities together in times of need.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation and celebration of National Amateur Radio Operators Day, and it recognizes the continuing importance of amateur radio operators and their role in bringing communities together.
Honoring the lives, work, and sacrifice of Joseph Curseen, Jr., and Thomas Morris, Jr., the 2 United States Postal Service employees who died as a result of their contact with anthrax while working at the United States Postal Facility located at 900 Brentwood Road NE, Washington, DC, during the anthrax attack in the fall of 2001; United States Postal Service employees, who have continued to work diligently in service to the people of the United States notwithstanding the anthrax attack; as well as the other 3 Americans who died and the 17 who became ill in the attack.

Whereas the founders of the United States, recognizing the importance of a national system of mail to the new country in the Constitution, gave Congress the authority To establish post offices and post roads Whereas employees of the United States Postal Service provide indispensable public services and honorably represent the United States on a daily basis; Whereas despite the many terrorist attacks on Federal facilities throughout the United States, including the anthrax attack more than 15 years ago, United States Postal Service employees continue to risk their lives daily to serve the people of the United States; Whereas Joseph P. Curseen, Jr., and Thomas L. Morris, Jr., both born in the District of Columbia, diligently and admirably served the Nation for decades as employees of the United States Postal Service; Whereas in the fall of 2001, during the course of their jobs with the United States Postal Service, Joseph Curseen, Jr., and Thomas Morris, Jr., were exposed to letters containing anthrax that were placed in the mail and subsequently suffered from the inhalation of anthrax and thereafter died; Whereas 5 individuals in the United States died from exposure to anthrax during the 2001 anthrax attack and 17 became ill; and Whereas in 2002, the United States Postal Service facility located at 900 Brentwood Road NE, Washington, DC, was designated as the Joseph Curseen, Jr. and Thomas Morris, Jr. Processing and Distribution Center Public Law 107–225 That the House of Representatives honors the lives and work of Joseph Curseen, Jr., and Thomas Morris, Jr., and acknowledges the sacrifice that all United States Postal Service employees make on behalf of the United States on a daily basis.

Summary: This resolution honors the lives and work of Joseph Curseen, Jr., and Thomas Morris, Jr., and acknowledges the sacrifice that all U.S. Postal Service employees make on behalf of the United States on a daily basis.
Providing for the adoption of the concurrent resolution (S. Con. Res. 5) setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030.

That Senate Concurrent Resolution 5 is hereby adopted. February 5, 2021 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: This resolution adopts a concurrent resolution (S.Con.Res. 5) that establishes the congressional budget for the federal government for FY2021, sets forth budgetary levels for FY2022-FY2030, and provides reconciliation instructions for legislation that increases the deficit.
Designating September 2015 as "Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month".

Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month Whereas pulmonary fibrosis is a debilitating and ultimately fatal condition that causes progressive scarring in the lungs and generally has no known definitive cause; Whereas, as many as 200,000 individuals in the United States are known to suffer from pulmonary fibrosis, the majority of whom are between the ages of 50 and 75; Whereas the average survival rate for the idiopathic form of pulmonary fibrosis is just 2.8 years and up to 80 percent of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis patients die within 5 years of diagnosis; Whereas pulmonary fibrosis takes the lives of 40,000 individuals in the United States each year, approximately 1 death every 13 minutes; Whereas many patients with pulmonary fibrosis are misdiagnosed for 1 year or longer after the patients are presenting with pulmonary fibrosis symptoms; Whereas, as of September 2015, there are no biomarkers for screening and testing for pulmonary fibrosis; Whereas a cure or drug to extend life or improve symptoms of pulmonary fibrosis does not exist; Whereas the symptoms of pulmonary fibrosis vary from person to person and include shortness of breath, a dry cough, fatigue, weight loss, and aching muscles and joints; Whereas volunteers, researchers, caregivers, and medical professionals are working to improve the quality of life for individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and the families of those individuals; Whereas developing more effective treatments for pulmonary fibrosis and providing access to quality care to individuals with pulmonary fibrosis requires increased research, education, and community support services; and Whereas September 2015 would be an appropriate month to designate as Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month (2) supports the goals and ideals of Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month (3) continues to support more robust and accelerated research to develop more effective treatments for pulmonary fibrosis and to ultimately find a cure for the disease; (4) recognizes the courage and contributions of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis who participate in vital clinical trials to advance the knowledge of the disease; and (5) commends the dedication of organizations, volunteers, researchers, and millions of individuals in the United States and abroad working to improve the quality of life for individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and the families of those individuals.

Summary: Supports the designation of Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month. (Pulmonary fibrosis is scarring of the lungs that causes breathing problems.) Expresses continued support for more robust and accelerated research to develop more effective treatments for pulmonary fibrosis and to ultimately find a cure for the disease. Recognizes the courage and contributions of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis who participate in clinical trials. Commends the dedication of those working to improve the quality of life of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and the families of those individuals.
Expressing support for the designation of the third Sunday in October as Clergy Spouse Appreciation Day.

Whereas the church is where the community of saints assemble together to cultivate, nurture, and enhance a concrete spiritual connection between God and man that ultimately leads to advancing the minds and improving the lives of those in the community; Whereas the clergy are God’s authorized representatives, whose mission is to create an atmosphere of unity, love, and hope in an otherwise oppressed and chaotic community; Whereas the clergy extend themselves to organize, promote, and influence programs and activities that create that atmosphere of unity, love, and hope; Whereas the clergy spouse has accepted the challenge to work alongside God’s ambassador as the spouse carries out the assigned mission of educating and equipping the community with the necessary tools to enhance their living standards; Whereas the nature of the service provided by the clergy and their spouses is unique, as they are entrusted with the spiritual well-being of the flock, thereby creating a positive impact on their respective communities; Whereas the dedication and sacrifice provided by the clergy spouses to improve the quality of life for their community is immeasurable; Whereas a day in recognition of the contributions of the clergy spouses would highlight their dedication by increasing awareness of the many service programs organized and executed by the more than 200,000 clergy spouses in the United States; and Whereas the third Sunday in October would be an appropriate date to designate as Clergy Spouse Appreciation Day: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives supports the designation of Clergy Spouse Appreciation Day.

Summary: Supports the designation of Clergy Spouse Appreciation Day.
Expressing support for the designation of March 30, 2016, as "World Bipolar Day".

World Bipolar Day Whereas 2.6 percent of adults in the United States live with bipolar disorder; Whereas bipolar disorder is the 6th leading cause of disability in the world; Whereas bipolar disorder is a psychiatric disease that causes shifts in mood, activity, and energy level; Whereas persons with bipolar disorder may have psychotic symptoms, such as hallucinations or delusions and of those with psychotic symptoms, 40 percent experience Anosognosia a neurological impairment which results in “lack of insight” into one's condition; Whereas individuals with bipolar disorder often encounter damaged relationships and poor job or school performance; Whereas the median age of onset for bipolar disorder is 25 years; Whereas 51 percent of individuals with bipolar disorder go untreated during any given year; Whereas 65 percent of individuals on Medicaid with bipolar disorder do not receive a continuous supply of evidence-based treatment; Whereas bipolar disorder results in a 9.2-year reduction in expected life span; Whereas 15 percent to 17 percent of people with bipolar disorder take their own lives; Whereas although there is no cure for bipolar disorder, it can be effectively treated and treatment can help reduce the frequency and severity of episodes; Whereas early intervention, proper diagnosis, and treatment help people with bipolar disorder lead healthy and productive lives; and Whereas, March 30, 2016, would be an appropriate date to designate as World Bipolar Day That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of World Bipolar Day (2) supports improved sensitivity towards those struggling with bipolar disorder; (3) supports comprehensive mental health reform; and (4) encourages all to draw on World Bipolar Day

Summary: Expresses support for: (1) the designation of World Bipolar Day, (2) improved sensitivity towards those struggling with bipolar disorder, and (3) comprehensive mental health reform.
Supporting the goals and ideals of Korean American Day.

Whereas the influence of Korean Americans may be observed in all facets of American life, from politics to industry, entrepreneurship to volunteerism, the arts, and education; Whereas, on January 13, 1903, 102 courageous Korean immigrants arrived in the United States initiating the first large wave of Korean immigration to America; Whereas these pioneer Korean immigrants faced tremendous social and economic obstacles as well as language barriers in America, the land of opportunity; Whereas, in pursuit of the American dream, Korean immigrants initially served as farmworkers, wage laborers, and section hands throughout the United States; Whereas first generation Korean immigrants established a new home in a new land through resilience, tenacious effort, and immense sacrifice, which became the bedrock for their children and future generations of Korean Americans; Whereas the centennial year of 2003 marked an important milestone in the history of Korean immigration; Whereas the House passed House Resolution 487 to commemorate Korean American Day in the 109th Congress; Whereas the Senate passed Senate Resolution 283 to commemorate Korean American Day in the 109th Congress; Whereas Korean Americans, like other groups of immigrants that came to the United States before them, seeking a better life and opportunity, have thrived in their new homeland due to a strong work ethic, family bonds, and community spirit; Whereas Korean Americans have made significant contributions to the economic vitality of the United States and the global marketplace; Whereas Korean Americans have made history by winning elections throughout the country in local, State, and Federal levels of political office; Whereas Korean Americans have invigorated businesses, not-for-profit and other nongovernmental organizations, government, technology, medicine, athletics, arts and entertainment, journalism, churches, academic communities, and countless facets of American life; Whereas Korean Americans have built and strengthened the alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea, fostering peace on the Korean Peninsula; Whereas Korean Americans have made enormous contributions to the military strength of the United States and served with distinction in the Armed Forces during World War I, World War II, the Vietnam war, the conflict in Korea, and subsequent military conflicts across the globe; and Whereas the Centennial Committees of Korean Immigration and Korean Americans have designated January 13 of each year as Korean American Day That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of Korean American Day; (2) urges all Americans to observe Korean American Day so as to have a greater appreciation of the invaluable contributions Korean Americans have made to the United States; and (3) honors and recognizes the 120th anniversary of the arrival of the first Korean immigrants to the United States.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of Korean American Day and honors the 120th anniversary of the arrival of the first Korean immigrants to the United States.
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the House to meet 5 days a week for 39 weeks each year.

That (a) rule XIV of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: 7. There shall be votes held in the House or in the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union for 5 consecutive days each week except— (a) during any recess there shall be no votes, except there shall be not more than 13 recess weeks during each calendar year; or (b) during any week in which there is a holiday, then votes shall be held on 4 days. . (b) The amendment made by subsection (a) shall take effect with the first session of Congress beginning on the date of adoption of this resolution.

Summary: Amends Rule XIV (Order and Priority of Business) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to require votes to be held in the House or in the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union for five consecutive days each week, except during any recess or during any week in which there is a holiday (when the number of consecutive days on which votes shall be held is four). Limits to 13 the number of recess weeks during each calendar year.
Expressing support for designation of August 6 as National Voting Rights Day.

Whereas the landmark Voting Rights Act was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson on August 6, 1965; Whereas the Voting Rights Act is arguably the Nation’s most important law for removing race-based restrictions on voting and has stood as an essential safeguard against racial discrimination in our political system since its inception; Whereas prior to its passage, African-Americans were often systematically prevented from voting by tactics such as literacy tests, poll taxes, the grandfather clause, and intimidation and violence; Whereas in response a violent backlash sparked by efforts to register Black voters in the Deep South in the 1960s, the Johnson Administration proposed the enactment of a voting rights law which provided for direct Federal intervention to uphold the guarantees of the fifteenth amendment; Whereas the Voting Rights Act was enacted in 1965 to rectify years of disenfranchisement of African-American voters by prohibiting States from imposing qualifications or practices to deny access to the ballot on account of race, permitted direct Federal intervention in the electoral process in certain places based on a specific formula, and required preclearance of new laws in covered States to ensure that they did not have the purpose or effect of limiting the ability to vote on account of race; Whereas following enactment of this critically important legislation, Black voter registration and participation increased dramatically; Whereas the Voting Rights Act has had a significant impact on electoral dynamics by vastly expanding the number of African-American, Hispanic, and women elected officials on both a local and national level; Whereas the recent Supreme Court decision in Shelby County v. Holder and State laws that place restrictions on voters have dealt a heavy blow to voter protections nationwide; Whereas although progress has undoubtedly been made in the 49 years since the Voting Rights Act was passed, sadly, discrimination continues to exist; and Whereas the Nation must remain committed to the fight to create an open and transparent electoral process for all United States citizens: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Voting Rights Day (2) acknowledges the significance of the Voting Rights Act with regard to enforcing the civil rights of all United States citizens; and (3) emphasizes the importance of ensuring the ability of all United States citizens to fully participate in the electoral process.

Summary: This bill: (1) supports the designation of "National Voting Rights Day" in commemoration of the upcoming 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Voting Rights Act of 1965; (2) acknowledges the significance of the Voting Rights Act with regard to enforcing the civil rights of all U.S. citizens; and (3) emphasizes the importance of ensuring the ability of all U.S. citizens to fully participate in the electoral process.