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Designating the week of January 21 through January 27, 2024, as National School Choice Week.

Designating the week of January 21 through January 27, 2024, as National School Choice Week Whereas providing a diversity of choices in K12 education empowers parents to select education environments that meet the individual needs and strengths of their children; Whereas high-quality K12 education environments of all varieties are available in the United States, including traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online academies, and home schooling; Whereas talented teachers and school leaders in each of these education environments prepare children to achieve their dreams; Whereas more families than ever before in the United States actively choose the best education for their children; Whereas more public awareness of the issue of parental choice in education can inform additional families of the benefits of proactively choosing challenging, motivating, and effective education environments for their children; Whereas the process by which parents choose schools for their children is nonpolitical, nonpartisan, and deserves the utmost respect; and Whereas tens of thousands of events are planned to celebrate the benefits of educational choice during the 14th annual National School Choice Week, held the week of January 21 through January 27, 2024: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates the week of January 21 through January 27, 2024, as National School Choice Week (2) congratulates students, parents, teachers, and school leaders from kindergarten through grade 12 education environments of all varieties for their persistence, achievements, dedication, and contributions to society in the United States; (3) encourages all parents, during National School Choice Week, to learn more about the education options available to them; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to hold appropriate programs, events, and activities during National School Choice Week to raise public awareness of the benefits of opportunity in education.

Summary: This resolution designates January 21-January 27, 2024, as National School Choice Week.
Condemning the botched rollout by the Department of Education of the FAFSA Simplification Act.

Condemning the botched rollout by the Department of Education of the FAFSA Simplification Act. Whereas the FAFSA Simplification Act (title VII of division FF of Public Law 116260 FAFSA Whereas the Department of Education (referred to in this preamble as the Department Whereas, in previous years, the FAFSA application for an academic year opened on October 1st of the preceding year; Whereas the 20242025 FAFSA launched on December 31, 2023; Whereas, in previous years, the Department sent out student FAFSA data to institutions of higher education just days after the student filed their FAFSA application; Whereas, for the 20242025 school year, the Department did not start sending student FAFSA data to institutions of higher education until the beginning of March; Whereas many students did not receive financial aid awards until after National College Decision Day on May 1, 2024; Whereas Department officials were aware of implementation challenges associated with the rollout of the FAFSA Simplification Act as early as December 2020; Whereas students in pursuit of attending institutions of higher education across the United States depend on the resources made available by FAFSA; Whereas the FAFSA delays have been particularly burdensome for students in foster care and youth experiencing homelessness; Whereas the delay in the 20242025 FAFSA application timeline cut down the time students had to weigh options when considering financial components for attending institutions of higher education; and Whereas many offices of financial aid in institutions of higher education fear that this delay will discourage students from attending a college or university in the fall of 2024: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) strongly condemns the delayed and problematic rollout of the FAFSA Simplification Act (title VII of division FF of Public Law 116260 (2) calls for the Department of Education to take the necessary actions to identify the issues that led to the botched rollout of the FAFSA Simplification Act and fix them for the 20252026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid cycle; and (3) urges the Secretary of Education to testify before the relevant congressional committees regarding the rollout of the FAFSA Simplification Act.

Summary: This resolution condemns the implementation of the FAFSA Simplification Act, calls on the Department of Education to identify the issues that occurred during the implementation and fix those issues before the next federal student aid cycle, and urges the Secretary of Education to testify before Congress.&nbsp;
Designating February 2024 as Hawaiian Language Month or lelo Hawaii Month.

Designating February 2024 as Hawaiian Language Month lelo Hawaii Month Whereas the Hawaiian language, or lelo Hawaii (1) is the Native language of Native Hawaiians, the aboriginal, Indigenous people who (A) settled the Hawaiian archipelago as early as 300 A.D., over which they exercised sovereignty; and (B) over time, founded the Kingdom of Hawaii; and (2) was once widely spoken by Native Hawaiians and non-Native Hawaiians throughout the Kingdom of Hawaii, which held one of the highest literacy rates in the world prior to the illegal overthrow of the Kingdom of Hawaii in 1893 and the establishment of the Republic of Hawaii; Whereas the Republic of Hawaii enacted a law in 1896 effectively banning school instruction in lelo Hawaii, which led to the near extinction of the language by the 1980s when fewer than 50 fluent speakers under 18 years old remained; Whereas, since the 1960s, Native Hawaiians have led a grassroots revitalization of their Native language, launching a number of historic initiatives, including (1) Aha Pnana Leos Hawaiian language immersion preschools; (2) the Hawaiian language immersion program of the Hawaii State Department of Education; and (3) the Hawaiian language programs of the University of Hawaii system; Whereas the Hawaiian language revitalization movement inspired systemic Native language policy reform, including (1) the State of Hawaii recognizing lelo Hawaii as an official language in the Constitution of the State of Hawaii in 1978; (2) the State of Hawaii removing the 90-year ban on teaching lelo Hawaii in public and private schools in 1986; (3) the enactment of the Native American Languages Act ( 25 U.S.C. 2901 et seq. (4) the State of Hawaii designating the month of February as lelo Hawaii Month Whereas the enactment of the Native American Language Resource Center Act of 2022 ( 20 U.S.C. 6301 Public Law 117335 (1) reconfirmed a Federal commitment to revitalizing Indigenous languages, including the Hawaiian language; and (2) resulted in the Department of Education awarding the University of Hawaii at Hilo a 5-year grant to establish the first National Native American Language Resource Center: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates February 2024 as Hawaiian Language Month lelo Hawaii Month (2) commits to preserving, protecting, and promoting the use, practice, and development of lelo Hawaii in alignment with the Native American Languages Act ( 25 U.S.C. 2901 et seq. (3) urges the people of the United States and interested groups to celebrate lelo Hawaii Month with appropriate activities and programs to demonstrate support for lelo Hawaii.

Summary: This resolution designates February 2024 as Hawaiian Language Month or 'lelo Hawai'i Month. &nbsp;
Authorizing the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to conduct quarterly blood donation drives.

Authorizing the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to conduct quarterly blood donation drives. 1. Quarterly Senate blood donation drives (a) Authorization (1) In general During calendar year 2024, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate (referred to in this resolution as the Sergeant at Arms (2) Date selection The Sergeant at Arms shall, in consultation with the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, select the date for each drive conducted under paragraph (1). (3) Selection of locations and partnering blood donation organizations (A) In general The Sergeant at Arms shall identify and, with the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, select a location and a partnering blood donation organization for each drive conducted under paragraph (1). (B) Member requests In identifying appropriate partnering blood donation organizations under subparagraph (A), the Sergeant at Arms may consider a request from a Senator for a specific blood donation organization. (b) Implementation Physical preparations for the conduct of, and the implementation of, each drive authorized under subsection (a)(1) shall be carried out in accordance with such conditions as the Sergeant at Arms, in consultation with the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, may prescribe.

Summary: This resolution authorizes quarterly blood donation drives at the Senate.
Designating the week of September 23 through September 27, 2024, as National Clean Energy Week.

Designating the week of September 23 through September 27, 2024, as National Clean Energy Week Whereas, across the United States, clean and readily abundant forms of energy are powering more homes and businesses than ever before; Whereas clean energy generation is readily available from zero- and low-emissions sources; Whereas the clean energy sector is a growing part of the economy and has been a key driver of economic growth in the United States in recent years; Whereas technological innovation can further reduce costs, enhance reliability, and increase deployment of clean energy sources; Whereas the report of the Department of Energy entitled United States Energy & Employment Report 2024 Whereas the scaling of affordable and exportable clean energy is essential to reducing global emissions; Whereas clean energy jobs contribute to the growth of local economies; and Whereas innovative clean energy solutions and clean energy jobs are part of the energy future of the United States: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates the week of September 23 through September 27, 2024, as National Clean Energy Week (2) encourages individuals and organizations across the United States to support commonsense solutions that address the economic, environmental, and energy needs of the United States in the 21st century; (3) supports reliable and affordable energy for the people of the United States; and (4) recognizes the role of entrepreneurs and small businesses in ensuring the leadership of the United States in the global energy marketplace and in supporting low-cost, clean, and reliable energy in the United States.

Summary: This resolution designates the week of September 23-27, 2024, as National Clean Energy Week.
Honoring the life of Jean A. Carnahan, former Senator for the State of Missouri.

Honoring the life of Jean A. Carnahan, former Senator for the State of Missouri. Whereas, on December 20, 1933, Jean A. Carnahan was born in Washington, D.C.; Whereas, from 1993 to 2000, Jean A. Carnahan served as First Lady of Missouri when her husband, Mel Carnahan, was elected as Governor of the State of Missouri; Whereas, in 2000, Jean A. Carnahan was appointed to the Senate after her husband, Mel Carnahan, was tragically killed in a plane crash during his campaign bid for Senate; Whereas, from 2001 to 2002, Jean A. Carnahan became the first woman to represent the State of Missouri in the Senate; Whereas Jean A. Carnahan, during her tenures as First Lady of Missouri and as a Senator, was a dedicated public servant who proudly represented the people of the State of Missouri; Whereas Jean A. Carnahan was a strong advocate for children, working families, seniors, and veterans, and continued her advocacy after she left the Senate; Whereas Jean A. Carnahan authored 8 books, including 2 historical works on the Governors Mansion in Missouri; Whereas Jean A. Carnahan was preceded in death by her husband, Mel Carnahan, and their son, Roger; and Whereas Jean A. Carnahan is survived by 2 sons, Russ and Tom, a daughter, Robin, and 5 grandchildren: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of Jean A. Carnahan, former member of the Senate; (2) directs the Secretary of the Senate to communicate this resolution to the House of Representatives and transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to the family of Jean A. Carnahan; and (3) stands adjourned, as a further mark of respect to the memory of the late Jean A. Carnahan, when the Senate adjourns today.

Summary: This resolution expresses condolences for the death of Jean A. Carnahan, former Senator for Missouri.
Expressing support for the designation of February 17 through February 24, 2024, as National FFA Week, recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Give the Gift of Blue program, which has donated more than 17,000 of the iconic FFA blue jackets to FFA members in need.

Expressing support for the designation of February 17 through February 24, 2024, as National FFA Week Give the Gift of Blue Whereas the National FFA Organization (referred to in this preamble as the FFA Whereas the mission of the FFA is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education; Whereas the FFA has more than 945,000 members in 9,163 chapters in all 50 States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, and the District of Columbia; Whereas the FFA welcomes all students; Whereas more than 13,000 FFA advisors and agricultural education teachers deliver an integrated model of agricultural education, providing students with an innovative and cutting-edge education; Whereas the FFA facilitates formative experiences, altering the course of students lives for the better; Whereas FFA members develop the necessary career-readiness skills to continue their education in college or to enter the workforce immediately; Whereas the FFA prepares members to be globally conscious citizens of their community, their State, their country, and the world; Whereas the FFA provides opportunities to demonstrate literacy, advocacy, and technical skills in agriculture, food, and natural resources; Whereas the blue jacket originated in 1933 in Fredericktown, Ohio and was created by the Universal Uniform Company; Whereas the blue jacket debuted at the 1933 National FFA Convention and was so popular the conventions official delegates made the blue jacket part of the official FFA attire; Whereas 17,000 FFA blue jackets have been given to FFA members in need since 2014; and Whereas members of the FFA will celebrate National FFA Week That the Senate (1) supports the designation of February 17 through February 24, 2024, as National FFA Week (2) recognizes the important role of the National FFA Organization (referred to in this resolution as the FFA (3) celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Give the Gift of Blue

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of February 17-February 24, 2024, as National FFA Week. It also (1) recognizes the important role of the National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America) in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world; and (2) celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Give the Gift of Blue program, which has donated more than 17,000 FFA blue jackets to FFA members in need.
Strongly condemning the rise of antisemitism on campuses of institutions of higher education across the United States.

Strongly condemning the rise of antisemitism on campuses of institutions of higher education across the United States. Whereas, on October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorists perpetrated the deadliest attack against Jewish people since the Holocaust; Whereas, since the terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas on October 7, Hillel International has tracked a 700 percent increase in antisemitic incidents on campuses of institutions of higher education over the same period last year; Whereas Jewish students, Israeli students, and students perceived to be Jewish have been targeted with threats, violence, and constant harassment; Whereas title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000d et seq. Whereas Executive Order 13899 (84 Fed. Reg. 68779; relating to enforcing title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 against prohibited forms of discrimination rooted in antisemitism), the September 28, 2023, White House statement titled Fact Sheet: Biden-Harris Administration Takes Landmark Step to Counter Antisemitism 42 U.S.C. 2000d et seq. Whereas, according to the Anti-Defamation League, anti-Zionist student groups in more than 50 campuses of institutions of higher education across the United States have established encampments Whereas the protests taking place at these encampments have been a hotbed of blatantly antisemitic rhetoric and action; Whereas many protestors participating in these encampments have expressed explicit support for Hamas terrorism and urged Hamas to commit further violence against Israel; Whereas some protestors in these encampments have directly confronted Jewish students on or near campus and used antisemitic rhetoric; and Whereas many administrators of institutions of higher education have allowed these encampments to continue on their campuses and enabled these activities: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) strongly condemns (A) the rise of antisemitism on campuses of institutions of higher education across the United States; and (B) administrators of institutions of higher education who have enabled ongoing antisemitism on their campuses; and (2) urges the Department of Education to take necessary actions to ensure that institutions of higher education are complying with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000d et seq.

Summary: This resolution strongly condemns (1) the rise of antisemitism on campuses of institutions of higher education (IHEs) across the United States, and (2) administrators of IHEs who have enabled ongoing antisemitism&nbsp;on their campuses.The resolution also urges the Department of Education to take necessary actions to ensure that IHEs are complying with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and that students, including Jewish students, are not experiencing discrimination in violation of Title VI. (Title VI prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in federally funded programs or activities.)
Recognizing the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children and expressing support for the designation of April 2024 as the Month of the Military Child. 

Recognizing the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children and expressing support for the designation of April 2024 as the Month of the Military Child Whereas brave men and women serve in the Armed Forces and protect the security and freedom of the United States; Whereas over 1,300,000 active-duty members and nearly 1,000,000 ready-reserve members serve in the Armed Forces; Whereas there are more than 1,540,000 military-connected children and youth who move, on average, 6 to 9 times during their educational career; Whereas they encounter unique educational challenges when these children and youth move between public and Department of Defense Education Activity schools; Whereas the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children was developed in 2007 by the Department of Defense and the Council of State Governments to ease the educational transitions of military-connected students attending public schools and Department of Defense schools worldwide; Whereas the Compact helps military children and youth stay on grade level and facilitates on-time graduation; Whereas, while it is not exhaustive in its coverage, the Compact addresses key issues encountered by military families: eligibility, enrollment, placement, and graduation; Whereas the Compact uses a comprehensive approach to provide a consistent policy in every school district and member State; Whereas the Compact Commission, which includes the 50 States and District of Columbia, works tirelessly to recognize that our military-connected children and youth serve too and to pay tribute to their commitment and service to the country; and Whereas April is the Month of the Military Child, and a month-long salute will encourage our country to support military-connected children and youth: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate encourages (1) citizens to Purple Up! (2) all citizens, communities, and business and government leaders across the United States to honor, support, and show appreciation for military-connected children and youth.

Summary: This resolution encourages&nbsp;all citizens, communities, and business and government leaders to honor, support, and show appreciation for military-connected children and youth.&nbsp;
Designating the week beginning February 5, 2024, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week. 

Designating the week beginning February 5, 2024, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week Whereas there are 34 Tribal Colleges and Universities operating on more than 90 campuses in 15 States; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities are tribally chartered or federally chartered institutions of higher education and therefore have a unique relationship with the Federal Government; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities serve students from more than 230 federally recognized Indian tribes; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities offer students access to knowledge and skills grounded in cultural traditions and values, including indigenous languages, which (1) enhances Indian communities; and (2) enriches the United States as a nation; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities provide access to high-quality postsecondary educational opportunities for (1) American Indians; (2) Alaska Natives; and (3) other individuals that live in some of the most isolated and economically depressed areas in the United States; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities are accredited institutions of higher education that prepare students to succeed in the global and highly competitive workforce; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities have open enrollment policies, and approximately 13 percent of the students at Tribal Colleges and Universities are non-Indian individuals; and Whereas the collective mission and the considerable achievements of Tribal Colleges and Universities deserve national recognition: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates the week beginning February 5, 2024, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week (2) calls on the people of the United States and interested groups to observe National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week with appropriate activities and programs to demonstrate support for Tribal Colleges and Universities.

Summary: This resolution designates the week beginning on February 5, 2024, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week.