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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives to advance the country's national spectrum policy amidst the 29th anniversary of the Federal Communications Commission's first spectrum auction that commenced on July 25, 1994.

Whereas the Federal Communications Commission was provided auction authority to allocate spectrum licenses for commercial wireless communications in 1993 and held its first auction on July 25, 1994; Whereas the Commission’s spectrum auctions serve the public interest, promote deployment of new technology and services to rural regions, and achieve the most efficient use of spectrum; Whereas spectrum auction revenues have raised $233,000,000,000 for the Department of the Treasury since 1993; Whereas spectral efficiency is essential to meet the increasing demands of wireless subscribers and deployment of new technologies and tools; Whereas the United States is facing a significant challenge in spectrum management during a period when foreign adversaries of the United States continue to proactively allocate spectrum and deploy advanced wireless networks and devices around the world; and Whereas failure to rectify the spectrum hampers United States leadership at home and abroad in the development and deployment of future wireless technologies: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the 29th anniversary of the Federal Communications Commission’s first spectrum auction; (2) supports the Federal Communications Commission’s authority to use competitive bidding to grant licenses for rights to use frequencies for commercial wireless communications; (3) expresses hope that Congress swiftly reauthorizes the Federal Communications Commission’s spectrum auction authority; (4) recognizes that each auction of spectrum must carefully consider the implications on adjacent spectrum bands, especially those used for defense and national security purposes; and (5) acknowledges that successful spectrum auctions can fuel rapid innovation, unlock considerable economic benefits across the country, and ensure United States leadership at the cutting edge of technology and innovation.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the 29th anniversary of the first auction of the electromagnetic spectrum held by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and supports the FCC's authority to use competitive bidding for granting licenses to use spectrum for commercial wireless communications.
Calls on the Government of Turkey to allow free expression and Internet freedom.

Whereas an independent, unfettered media and freedom of expression, including the Internet and social media, are essential elements of democratic, transparent, and open societies; Whereas millions of people in Turkey, including senior members of the Government of Turkey, use the Internet and social media to communicate on a daily basis; Whereas the Government of Turkey imposed a countrywide ban on access to Twitter on March 20, 2014, and to YouTube on March 27, 2014, blocking the use of the communications platforms; Whereas respected nongovernmental organizations have condemned the decision to block Twitter and YouTube as an attack on Internet freedom and freedom of expression in Turkey; Whereas Twitter has been blocked in Turkey, China, Iran, North Korea, and Syria and YouTube has been blocked in Turkey, China, Iran, and Pakistan; Whereas the Turkish Bar Association argued that the ban on Twitter is unconstitutional and in violation of Turkish and European human rights laws; and Whereas on March 26, 2014, the Turkish district court in Ankara blocked implementation of the ban due to the restriction on freedom of expression and communication that are protected by the Turkish Constitution and the European Convention of Human Rights: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) calls on the Government of Turkey to lift restrictions on freedom of the press, freedom of expression, and Internet freedom, including social media, in Turkey; (2) recognizes the critical role that technology and social media play in helping independent journalists and the general public to communicate, access information, and support accountability; and (3) reaffirms the importance of Internet freedom to promote democracy and good governance around the world.

Summary: Calls on the government of Turkey to lift restrictions on freedoms of the press, expression, and the Internet, including social media. Recognizes the role of technology and social media in helping independent journalists and the general public to communicate, access information, and support accountability. Reaffirms the importance of Internet freedom to promote democracy and good governance around the world.
Recognizing that the land that is now known as the United States of America was originally inhabited by Indigenous peoples known as Native Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Alaska Natives.

Whereas a land acknowledgment is a formal statement that recognizes and respects Indigenous peoples as the original and traditional stewards of a given geographic area and the enduring relationship that exists between Indigenous peoples and their ancestral lands; Whereas a formal statement of a land acknowledgment is a proper method to recognize the traditions of Indigenous peoples and ancestral land; Whereas a land acknowledgment is a practice that honors and respects contemporary Indigenous peoples’ connection to their ancestral lands; Whereas a land acknowledgment is an expression of gratitude and appreciation to Tribes who first resided in this country; Whereas a land acknowledgment serves as a reminder and a reflection on the impacts of colonialism, past and present; Whereas a land acknowledgment recognizes Indigenous peoples’ voices that have been devalued in past contexts; Whereas a land acknowledgment is a way to show both gratitude and appreciation for those who were first on the land and encourages a broadening of awareness of Indigenous peoples; and Whereas it is encouraged that formal land acknowledgments be performed at introductions of public and ceremonial events: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) honors the legacy of Indigenous peoples who inhabited the land before the establishment of the United States of America and continue to live in relationship with their ancestral homelands today, and recognizes their significance and ongoing contributions to the United States; and (2) calls on State and local governments to encourage formal land acknowledgments, whether verbal or written, before public or ceremonial events.

Summary: This resolution honors the legacy of Indigenous peoples who inhabited the land before the establishment of the United States. It also calls on state and local governments to encourage formal land acknowledgements before public or ceremonial events.
Expressing support for the goals and ideas of "Stomach Cancer Awareness Month".

Stomach Cancer Awareness Month Whereas stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, is one of the most difficult cancers to detect in the early stages of the disease, which contributes to high mortality rates and human suffering; Whereas stomach cancer occurs when cancer cells develop in the lining of the stomach; Whereas stomach cancer is the fifth most common type of cancer worldwide; Whereas, in 2018— (1) an estimated 26,240 cases of stomach cancer were diagnosed in the United States; and (2) it was estimated that 10,800 people in the United States would die from stomach cancer; Whereas the estimated 5-year survival rate for stomach cancer is only 31 percent; Whereas approximately 1 in 111 individuals will be diagnosed with stomach cancer during their lifetimes; Whereas, in the United States, stomach cancer is more prevalent among racial and ethnic minorities; Whereas more education for patients and health care providers is needed for the timely recognition of stomach cancer symptoms; Whereas more research into effective early diagnosis, screening, and treatment for stomach cancer is needed; and Whereas November 2018 is an appropriate month to observe Stomach Cancer Awareness Month That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideas of Stomach Cancer Awareness Month (2) supports efforts to educate the people of the United States about stomach cancer; (3) recognizes the need for additional research into early diagnosis and treatment for stomach cancer; and (4) encourages the people of the United States, interested groups, and affected persons to— (A) promote awareness of stomach cancer and foster understanding of the impact of stomach cancer on patients, their families, and caregivers; (B) take an active role in the fight to end stomach cancer; and (C) observe Stomach Cancer Awareness Month with appropriate ceremonies and activities to promote public awareness of, and potential treatments for, stomach cancer.

Summary: Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Stomach Cancer Awareness Month.
Supporting efforts to increase competition and accountability in the health insurance marketplace, and to extend accessible, quality, affordable health care coverage to every American through the choice of a public insurance plan.

Whereas under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ( Public Law 111–148 Affordable Care Act Whereas the uninsured rate is at its lowest point in history, but there is more work to be done to provide access to coverage for Americans that remain uninsured, and to reduce deductibles and out-of-pocket costs for the 31,000,000 Americans who are currently underinsured; Whereas before the date of enactment of the Affordable Care Act, millions of individuals with preexisting conditions were denied health coverage by insurance companies that controlled who received health care in the United States; Whereas profound disparities persist in health outcomes based on race, ethnicity, and geography, and nearly 4,000,000 adults, disproportionately people of color, lack coverage as a result of the failure of 19 States to expand the Medicaid program under title XIX of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1396 et seq. Whereas public insurance options for workers’ compensation insurance have resulted in lower rates for small businesses and more competition in several States; Whereas giving all Americans the choice of a public, nonprofit health insurance option would— (1) lead to increased competition and reduced premiums; (2) cut wasteful spending on administration, marketing, and executive pay; and (3) ensure that consumers have the affordable choices they deserve; Whereas public programs such as the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1395 et seq. Whereas the Congressional Budget Office has found that a public health insurance option would save taxpayers billions of dollars: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives supports efforts to build on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ( Public Law 111–148 (1) strengthen competition; (2) improve affordability for families by reducing premiums and increasing choices; and (3) save American taxpayers billions of dollars.

Summary: Expresses support for efforts to build on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act by ensuring that individuals have access to a public health insurance option.
Expressing support for the designation of October 23 as a national day of remembrance of the tragic 1983 terrorist bombing of the United States Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon.

Whereas the United States deployed members of the Armed Forces to Lebanon in 1982 as part of a multinational peacekeeping force; Whereas early on the morning of October 23, 1983, a truck packed with explosives detonated outside of a building at Beirut International Airport that served as quarters for several hundred members of the United States Armed Forces deployed as part of the peacekeeping force; Whereas 241 members of the Armed Forces were killed in the blast; Whereas the Americans killed included 220 Marines, members of the 1st Battalion, 8th Marines-Battalion Landing Team, which made October 23, 1983, the deadliest day for the Marine Corps since the Battle of Iwo Jima in February 1945 during World War II; Whereas, in addition to the Marine Corps casualties, 18 Navy sailors and three Army soldiers were killed, and more than 100 other members of the Armed Forces were injured; Whereas members of the Armed Forces from 39 States and Puerto Rico died while serving in Beirut, Lebanon, from 1982 to 1984; Whereas, on the same day as the bombing of the Marine Corps Barracks, another suicide bomber killed 58 French paratroopers housed at another building in Beirut; and Whereas it is fitting and proper that the events of October 23, 1983, and the members of the United States Armed Forces who died in Beirut on that day are recognized through the establishment of a national remembrance day on October 23: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of a national day of remembrance for members of the United States Armed Forces who were killed or injured by the terrorist attack on the United States Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to support and participate in appropriate ceremonies, programs, and other activities in observance of such a national day of remembrance.

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of a national day of remembrance for members of the Armed Forces who were killed or injured by the terrorist attack on the U.S. Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983.
Directing the Secretary of Homeland Security to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to Department of Homeland Security policies and activities relating to homeland security information produced and disseminated regarding cybersecurity threats posed by the ZTE Corporation, headquartered in Shenzhen, China.

That not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, the Secretary of Homeland Security is directed to transmit to the House of Representatives, to the extent that such homeland security information is in the possession of the Secretary, copies of any document, record, memo, correspondence, or other communication of the Department of Homeland Security or any portion of any such communication, that refers or relates to the following: (1) Any documentation related to the use of any ZTE Corporation’s products by the Department of Homeland Security. (2) Any documentation related to cybersecurity threats or vulnerabilities resulting from the use of ZTE Corporation’s products by the Department of Homeland Security or the Department’s contractors. (3) Any documentation related to the cybersecurity threats or vulnerabilities resulting from the use of ZTE Corporation’s products by State and local governments and first responders. (4) Any documentation related to any alerts or warnings issued by the Department of Homeland Security related to the use of ZTE Corporation’s cybersecurity products. (5) Any documentation related to cybersecurity threats or vulnerabilities posed by the use of ZTE Corporation products by the Federal Government. (6) Any documentation related to cybersecurity threats or vulnerabilities from state actors, including Iran, or terrorist organizations resulting from ZTE Corporation’s activities.

Summary: Directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to transmit to the House of  Representatives copies of any document, record, memo, correspondence, or other communication of  DHS or any portion of any such communication, that refers or relates to the use of ZTE Corporation's cybersecurity products.
Commemorating the annual celebration of Día de los Muertos in the United States and around the world.

Whereas, on November 1 and 2 of each year, the United States celebrates All Souls’ Day, also known as Día de los Muertos or Day of the Dead, to honor friends, family members, and loved ones who have passed; Whereas Día de los Muertos includes traditions and rituals that trace their origins to diverse celebrations and beliefs held by pre-Hispanic cultures and indigenous groups of Mesoamerica; Whereas Día de los Muertos celebrations in pre-Hispanic times were led by the goddess Mictecacihuatl, known as Lady of the Dead Whereas after the Spanish arrived in Mexico and began converting the native peoples to Roman Catholicism, the holiday was moved to coincide with All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day; Whereas the memory of loved ones is commemorated through a traditional altar containing ofrendas (offerings) and honoring their memory ensures they never cease to exist; Whereas Día de los Muertos allows individuals, families, and communities to mourn, reflect, and celebrate the universal experience of death, through their ancestors, loved ones, and the living; Whereas community events celebrate the memory of the departed and educate younger generations about cultural heritage; Whereas Día de los Muertos reinforces familial bonds and the importance of honoring one’s ancestry; Whereas Día de los Muetros emerged and gained prominence during the 1960s, symbolizing cultural pride, heritage, and resistance; Whereas the tradition of Día de los Muertos has grown in popularity across the United States, showcasing the vast influence of Mexican culture on American society; Whereas Latinos have played a pivotal role in enriching the cultural tapestry of the United States; Whereas the blending of traditions and shared celebrations exemplifies the unity and diversity that strengthen the United States as a Nation; Whereas Latinos account for 20 percent of the total United States population; Whereas Spanish is the most common language spoken behind English in the United States; Whereas Latinos are estimated to reach 111,000,000 in numbers by 2060; and Whereas Latinos have made substantial contributions in various industries including arts, sciences, politics, and business, further contributing to the Nation’s progress: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the annual celebration of Día de los Muertos in the United States and around the world; (2) celebrates the remembrance of Latinos and loved ones that have enriched the United States; and (3) recognizes the cultural contributions Mexicans and Mexican Americans have made to the United States.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the annual celebration of de los Muertos in the United States and around the world and recognizes the cultural contributions that Mexicans and Mexican Americans have made to the United States.
Supporting the designation of July 2019 as Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month.

Whereas fibroids may cause significant morbidity through their presence in the uterus and pelvic cavity, causing significant pelvic pain, abnormal uterine bleeding, reproductive dysfunction, miscarriages, and even infertility; Whereas the pain, discomfort, stress, and other physical and emotional symptoms of living with fibroids may significantly interfere with a woman’s quality of life, compromising her ability to function normally or work or care for her family, and may lead to more severe health and wellness issues; Whereas uterine fibroids are the most prevalent medical condition affecting women, with an estimated 30 percent of women developing a uterine fibroid by age 35, and 80 percent of women developing a uterine fibroid by age 50; Whereas the exact number of affected women is unknown, as detection and diagnosis is difficult because only 1 out of 4 women who have a uterine fibroid tumor exhibit symptoms severe enough to require treatment; Whereas the overall incidence of uterine fibroid tumors is estimated to disproportionately and more severely impact Black and Hispanic women, resulting in an incidence rate that is 3 times greater in women with Black ancestry and 2 times greater in Hispanic women compared to Caucasian women; Whereas a hysterectomy, or removal of the uterus, is among the most common surgical treatments for uterine fibroids, and more than 200,000 hysterectomies are performed each year to treat uterine fibroids, at an estimated annual cost of more than $2 billion; Whereas uterine fibroid tumors were estimated to cost the United States $5.9 billion to $34.4 billion annually with an estimated annual lost work cost of $1.6 billion to $17.2 billion through absenteeism and short-term disability in women ages 25 to 54; and Whereas public awareness and education campaigns on uterine fibroids prevention, screening, and symptoms are held during the month of July each year: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideas of Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month; (2) recognizes the disparity in incidence rates of African-American and Hispanic uterine fibroid patients; (3) recognizes the need for greater research, treatment, and care options regarding uterine leiomyoma; and (4) encourages the President to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate awareness and educational activities.

Summary: This resolution expresses the support of the House of Representatives for designating Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month and recognizes the need for additional research, treatment, and care options for uterine leiomyoma.
Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Agriculture: Mr. David Scott of Georgia. Committee on Appropriations: Ms. DeLauro. Committee on Armed Services: Mr. Smith of Washington. Committee on the Budget: Mr. Boyle of Pennsylvania. Committee on Education and the Workforce: Mr. Scott of Virginia. Committee on Energy and Commerce: Mr. Pallone. Committee on Financial Services: Ms. Waters. Committee on Foreign Affairs: Mr. Meeks. Committee on Homeland Security: Mr. Thompson of Mississippi. Committee on the Judiciary: Mr. Nadler. Committee on Natural Resources: Mr. Grijalva. Committee on Oversight and Accountability: Mr. Raskin. Committee on Rules: Mr. McGovern. Committee on Science, Space, and Technology: Ms. Lofgren. Committee on Small Business: Ms. Velázquez. Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure: Mr. Larsen of Washington. Committee on Veterans Affairs: Mr. Takano. Committee on Ways and Means: Mr. Neal. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution elects designated Members to specified standing committees of the House of Representatives.
Recognizing linemen, the profession of linemen, the contributions of these brave men and women who protect public safety, and expressing support for the designation of April 18, 2016, as National Lineman Appreciation Day.

Whereas the profession of linemen is steeped in personal, family, and professional tradition; Whereas linemen are often first responders during storms and other catastrophic events, working to make the scene safe for other public safety heroes; Whereas linemen must work high atop powerlines 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to keep electricity flowing; Whereas linemen play a vital role in the Nation’s economy by maintaining and growing the energy infrastructure of the United States; Whereas linemen must often work under dangerous conditions separated from their families to keep schools and businesses open; Whereas linemen put their lives on the line every day with little recognition from the community regarding the danger of their work; and Whereas April 18, 2016, would be an appropriate date to designate as National Lineman Appreciation Day: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the efforts of linemen in keeping the power on and protecting public safety; and (2) supports the designation of National Lineman Appreciation Day.

Summary: Recognizes the efforts of linemen in keeping the electrical power on and protecting public safety. Expresses support for the designation of National Lineman Appreciation Day.