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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5351) to prohibit the transfer of any individual detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R 5226) to amend chapter 3 of title 5, United States Code, to require the publication of information relating to pending agency regulatory actions, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 5351) to prohibit the transfer of any individual detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment printed in part A of the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Armed Services; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. 2. At any time after adoption of this resolution the Speaker may, pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House resolved into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5226) to amend chapter 3 September 13, 2016 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5351) to prohibit the transfer of any individual detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R 5226) to amend chapter 3 of title 5, United States Code, to require the publication of information relating to pending agency regulatory actions.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the dedicated employees of the United States Postal Service are frontline essential workers and must be prioritized accordingly for the purposes of the COVID-19 vaccination program and State vaccine distribution plans.

Whereas more than 630,000 letter carriers, mail clerks, mail handlers, supervisors, postmasters, and other employees of the United States Postal Service work to process, transport, and deliver letters, packages, and other mail to every home and business in America six days a week, and in certain areas, even seven, and fulfill the public service mission of the United States Postal Service to provide the Nation with reliable, affordable, and universal mail service Whereas at great risk to their own health and safety, the dedicated employees of the United States Postal Service have continued to perform their critical job duties on behalf of the American people throughout the duration of the COVID–19 pandemic and in support of vital local, State, and Federal pandemic relief and recovery efforts; Whereas in the midst of the COVID–19 pandemic and a nationwide shortage in personal protective equipment, our exceptional postal workforce also processed and delivered more than 135,000,000 ballots to American voters in support of unprecedented Vote-By-Mail operations conducted for the 2020 general election and runoff elections for the Senate in Georgia, and processed and delivered at least 590,000,000 mail pieces in support of the 2020 decennial census; Whereas over 41,000 United States Postal Service employees have tested positive for COVID–19, and at least 100 United States Postal Service employees have died from complications related to COVID–19; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has recognized United States Postal Service workers as frontline essential workers who perform duties across critical infrastructure sectors and maintain the services and functions that U.S. residents depend on daily Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has acknowledged reports of high incidence and outbreaks That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the dedicated employees of the United States Postal Service are frontline essential workers and must be prioritized accordingly for the purposes of the COVID–19 vaccination program and State vaccine distribution plans.

Summary: This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that U.S. Postal Service employees are frontline essential workers and must be prioritized accordingly for purposes of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) vaccine distributions.
Recognizing the historic abolitionist events surrounding the Pearl, and honoring its legacy in American history.

Whereas, on April 16, 1848, 77 slaves attempted to flee slavery in the District of Columbia and Alexandria, Virginia, on the Pearl, a schooner waiting for them in the Potomac River; Whereas, on April 14, 1848, three White men brought the ship to the District of Columbia, and Daniel Drayton, the captain and owner of the Pearl, chartered the schooner for $100 and arranged for the slaves’ travel; Whereas the escape was initiated by free Blacks Paul Jennings, who had been a slave of President James Madison, and Paul Edmonson; Whereas William Chaplin, a White abolitionist, assisted in connecting the slaves with Drayton; Whereas abolitionist Gerrit Smith of New York financed the escape; Whereas 77 slaves, including men, women, and children, sailed on the Pearl down the Potomac River and then into Chesapeake Bay in pursuit of freedom; Whereas, on April 17, 1848, numerous slaveholders in the District of Columbia, realizing their slaves had fled, sent a posse of 35 men to seek the Pearl; Whereas the posse met the Pearl near Point Lookout, Maryland, and took the slaves and the ship back to the District of Columbia; Whereas slavery supporters formed a mob and lashed out at both the White abolitionists involved in the escape as well as free Blacks in the District of Columbia in the Washington Riot of 1848; Whereas the owners of the escaped slaves sold the escapees to slave traders who took them to New Orleans, Louisiana; Whereas two of the escapees were purchased and freed in an effort led by Henry Ward Beecher’s Plymouth Congregational Church of Brooklyn, New York; Whereas Drayton and two of the other ship workers were arrested for helping in the escape and were represented in court by Congressman Horace Mann; Whereas two of the men, including Drayton, after serving four years in prison, were released after being granted a pardon from President Millard Fillmore, based on a recommendation from Senator Charles Sumner; and Whereas the escape is said to be the single largest known slave escape in American history and to have inspired Harriet Beecher Stowe in her writing the novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin That the House of Representatives honors the legacy of all those who furthered freedom from slavery, who were involved in the Pearl incident, and recognizes their importance to the history of the District of Columbia and to American history itself.

Summary: This resolution honors the legacy of all those who furthered freedom from slavery and were involved in the Pearl Incident and recognizes their historical importance. (On April 15, 1848, 77 slaves attempted to flee the District of Columbia and Alexandria, Virginia, on the ship the Pearl.)
Supporting the goals and ideals of American Education Week.

Whereas November 16 through November 20, 2015, marks the 94th annual observance of American Education Week; Whereas public schools are the backbone of the Nation’s democracy, providing young people with the tools they need to maintain the Nation’s precious values of freedom, civility, and equality; Whereas, by equipping young people in the United States with both practical skills and broader intellectual abilities, public schools give them hope for, and access to, a productive future; Whereas people working in the field of public education, be they teachers, higher education faculty and staff, paraeducators, custodians, substitute educators, bus drivers, clerical workers, food service professionals, workers in skilled trades, health and student service workers, security guards, technical employees, or librarians, work tirelessly to serve children and communities throughout the Nation with care and professionalism; and Whereas public schools are community linchpins, bringing together adults, children, educators, volunteers, business leaders, and elected officials in a common enterprise: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of American Education Week; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe American Education Week by reflecting on the positive impact of all those who work together to educate children.

Summary: Expresses support for the goals and ideals of American Education Week.
Recognizing Black History Month and the contributions of Harlem to American history and culture.

Whereas the celebration of Black History Month every February is an integral way to recognize and appreciate the multitude of progress that has been made in the African-American community; Whereas during Black History Month, we reflect upon the works and teachings of historic figures such as Harriet Tubman, Ella Fitzgerald, James Brown, James Baldwin, Madam C.J. Walker, Malcolm X, Maya Angelou, and Langston Hughes, to the modern day contributions of civil rights leaders and icons of the 21st century including the esteemed former President Barack Obama, Reverend Al Sharpton, Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Ava DuVernay, Oprah Winfrey, and many others; Whereas Black History Month is celebrated in communities around the Nation and especially throughout New York’s 13th Congressional District with its rich culture of inclusion and diverse heritage, and particularly in Harlem neighborhood, which is recognized around the Nation and the world for its historic landmarks and legacy of social revolution and artistic expression of the African-American community; Whereas Harlem, specifically, has made immense contributions to America’s culture and historical foundations due to individuals such as Langston Hughes, W.E.B. Du Bois, Duke Ellington, Romare Bearden, Zora Neale Hurston, and many more key figures; and Whereas Black History Month gives us a platform to recognize the numerous parts of our country that would not be present today without the contributions of the African-American people in the areas of music, arts and entertainment, education and technology, business and policy, and our Nation’s Armed Forces: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes Black History Month and the contributions of Harlem to American history and culture; and (2) recognizes the fact that there is much more improvement that is yet to be made, and our efforts must continue to ensure equal representation and diversity within our Nation’s workforce, to address the significant racial disparities within the criminal justice system, to tackle the absence of equitable resources for health care and treatment, and to create educational opportunities that lead to achievement for minority youth, and while we have made significant progress as a Nation, much work remains in our efforts to ensure full representation, equality, and fairness for all individuals regardless of race.

Summary: This resolution recognizes Black History Month and the contributions of Harlem to American history and culture. The resolution also recognizes that there is improvement to be made to ensure full representation, equality, and fairness for all individuals regardless of race.
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence in the One Hundred Sixteenth Congress.

1. Amounts for Committee Expenses For the expenses of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the Committee 2. Session Limitations Of the amount specified in section 1— (1) not more than $7,550,369 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2019, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2020; and (2) not more than $7,714,584 shall be available for expenses incurred during the period beginning at noon on January 3, 2020, and ending immediately before noon on January 3, 2021. 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: This resolution provides amounts for the expenses of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence for the 116th Congress.
Congratulating Emporia State University for 150 years of outstanding service to the State of Kansas, the United States, and the world.

Whereas Kansas State Normal School was founded by the Kansas Legislature in 1863 for the instruction of persons, both male and female, in the art of teaching, and in all the various branches that pertain to good common school education, and in the mechanic arts, and in the arts of husbandry and agricultural chemistry, and in the fundamental laws of the United States of America, and in what regards the rights and duties of citizens Whereas Emporia State University has played a significant role in providing higher education to the citizens of Kansas since its founding and throughout its history; Whereas Kansas State Normal School became Kansas State Teachers College in 1923, Emporia Kansas State College in 1974, and Emporia State University in 1977; Whereas over 75,000 alumni have served in the arts, banking, business, education, engineering, finance, government, health care, information management, library science, military affairs, science and technology, and other occupations; Whereas Emporia State University empowers and engages excellent intellectual opportunities for the people of Kansas, the United States, and the world through its nationally recognized programs; Whereas Emporia State University brings State, regional, national, and international prominence to the State of Kansas through its outstanding academic, cultural, and athletic events; Whereas Emporia State University will celebrate its sesquicentennial throughout 2013 under the theme, Changing Lives Since 1863 Whereas Emporia State University will commence to celebrate its 150th anniversary on Founders Day, February 15, 2013: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives congratulates Emporia State University for 150 years of outstanding service to the State of Kansas, the United States, and the world.

Summary: Congratulates Emporia State University, in Emporia, Kansas, for 150 years of outstanding service to Kansas, the United States, and the world.
Celebrating the 99th anniversary of Polish independence.

Whereas the strong ties between Poland and the United States are cemented with the shared devotion to the values of human rights, civil liberties, and democracy, as well as the resolve to the North Atlantic military alliance’s role in maintaining Eastern Europe’s and global security; Whereas Poles have been present on American soil since before the birth of the United States, where Polish generals Taddeus Kosciuszko and Casimir Pulaski bravely fought for independence and freedom for both the United States and Poland; Whereas the shared values of the United States and Poland go back to the 1700s; Whereas, on May 3, 1791, Poland adopted the first constitution in Europe based on the ideas of liberty and constitutional monarchy, which paved the way for future democratic reforms and equal rights for all; Whereas, in October 1795, Poland fell victim of the third partition between the Russian Empire, the Kingdom of Prussia, and the Habsburg Monarchy, and as a result lost its sovereignty for the next 123 years; Whereas Poles’ steadfast fight to regain independence culminated in the November Uprising of 1830 and the January Uprising of 1863, in which hundreds of Poles sacrificed their lives for the reconstitution of Poland’s sovereignty; Whereas Poland’s national identity was preserved through fostered education and economic empowerment of the masses, coined in the organic work Whereas President Woodrow Wilson’s and Igancy Paderewski’s focused advocacy for the cause of Poland’s independence were critical for the recognition of Polish sovereignty after the end of the First World War; and Whereas, on November 11, 1918, the Regency Council of Poland named Jozef Pilsudski the Commander in Chief of Poland and entrusted him to build a government for the newly reconstituted Poland, marking the creation of the Second Republic of Poland: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) celebrates the 99th anniversary of Polish independence and values the opportunity to remember the historic events and courageous individuals that brought about reconstitution of Poland’s sovereignty; (2) honors the resolve and sacrifice of the people of Poland, who did not lose their determination to advance the cause of Polish independence during 123 years of partitions; and (3) reaffirms the close bonds between Poland and the United States based on the love of freedom, thirst for liberty, and shared commitment to democracy, as well as a strong military cooperation to create a more secure and democratic world.

Summary: Celebrates the 99th anniversary of Polish independence as an opportunity to remember the historic events and courageous individuals that brought about reconstitution of Poland's sovereignty. Honors the resolve and sacrifice of the people of Poland. Reaffirms the close bonds between Poland and the United States.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1039) to amend section 3606 of title 18, United States Code, to grant probation officers authority to arrest hostile third parties who obstruct or impede a probation officer in the performance of official duties.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 1039) to amend section 3606 of title 18, United States Code, to grant probation officers authority to arrest hostile third parties who obstruct or impede a probation officer in the performance of official duties. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary; (2) the amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, if offered by the Member designated in the report, which shall be in order without intervention of any point of order, shall be considered as read, shall be separately debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, and shall not be subject to a demand for a division of the question; and (3) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1039) to amend section 3606 of title 18, United States Code, to grant probation officers authority to arrest hostile third parties who obstruct or impede a probation officer in the performance of official duties.
Protecting health coverage for all Americans.

Whereas before the passage of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, over 3,000 Americans died each month due to lack of health care; Whereas the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act has expanded health insurance to over 20 million Americans; Whereas thanks to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, for the first time, over 90 percent of Americans have health insurance; Whereas every health plan is strengthened by the protections of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act— (1) adult children can stay on their parent’s health plans until they turn 26; (2) insurance plans can no longer refuse coverage to millions of Americans with pre-existing conditions; (3) annual and lifetime caps on the amount paid for health care; and (4) health care plans now need to meet basic minimum standards of coverage; and Whereas according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office, a repeal of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act would result in— (1) 18 million Americans losing their health care; (2) health insurance premiums increasing by more than 20 percent; (3) the Federal budget deficit increasing by $137 billion in a decade; and (4) 3 million jobs being lost nationwide; Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that any replacement for the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act must— (1) keep costs to health care consumers at or below their current rates; and (2) keep the uninsured rate at or below its current level.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that any replacement for the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act must keep costs to health care consumers at or below their current rates and keep the uninsured rate at or below its current level.
Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the priorities and goals of the Executive order on combating anti-Semitism.

Whereas, on December 11, 2019, President Donald J. Trump signed the Executive order on combating anti-Semitism into law, affirming and clarifying that title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000d Whereas title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, and national origin in programs and activities receiving Federal financial assistance; Whereas Jewish students in schools and on college campuses across the United States face anti-Semitic discrimination, incidents, and rhetoric; Whereas incidents of anti-Semitic discrimination have included acts of violence against Jewish Americans; Whereas anti-Semitic discrimination must be confronted and condemned wherever it appears, including when present in programs and activities receiving Federal financial assistance; Whereas, on July 23, 2019, the House of Representatives, in an Act reaffirming the United States unwavering support for the Jewish people and strong condemnation of anti-Semitism, passed with an overwhelming majority, H. Res. 246, opposing efforts to delegitimize the State of Israel and the Global Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions Movement targeting Israel; and Whereas all Americans have the right to be protected from discrimination, including anti-Semitic discrimination: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes and supports the priorities and goals of the Executive order on combating anti-Semitism, signed by President Donald J. Trump on December 11, 2019; (2) is committed to combating anti-Semitism throughout all levels of education, including on college campuses; and (3) supports the freedom of Jewish individuals to practice their faith free from discrimination and anti-Semitism.

Summary: This resolution recognizes and supports the executive order on combating anti-Semitism, signed on December 11, 2019. The resolution also expresses commitment to combating anti-Semitism through all levels of education and supports the freedom of Jewish individuals to practice their faith.