cheaptrix/billsum-US_congress_and_house huggingface dataset:
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, 2022, 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 deserve recognition from the community regarding the danger of their work; and Whereas April 18, 2022, 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; (2) supports the designation of National Lineman Appreciation Day; and (3) recognizes linemen as first responders.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the efforts of linemen in keeping the electrical power on and protecting public safety. This resolution also expresses support for the designation of National Lineman Appreciation Day and recognizes linemen as first responders.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on fully spending the receipts of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund on United States ports and harbors each year, and for other purposes.

Whereas ports and harbors play a vital role in the United States economy; Whereas ports move 2.3 billion tons of cargo a year in the United States; Whereas the United States assesses a harbor maintenance tax of approximately $1.6 billion a year on goods imported through the Nation’s ports for the express purpose of keeping United States ports strong; Whereas only a fraction of the harbor maintenance tax has been spent on maintaining the Nation’s harbors; Whereas the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund has built a surplus of over $8 billion, even as United States ports and harbors are egregiously undermaintained and underdredged, reducing the Nation’s competitiveness in the world and increasing costs for businesses and consumers; and Whereas the failure to spend the receipts of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund to keep the Nation’s ports and harbors strong breaks a trust with the people of the United States: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) commits itself to fully spending the receipts of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund on United States ports and harbors each year; (2) affirms that the surplus in the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund should be spent down to zero on the Nation’s ports and harbors as soon as possible; and (3) urges United States ports and the Corps of Engineers to make all necessary preparations for the expansion and acceleration of port and harbor dredging to be made possible by 100 percent use of the receipts of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund.

Summary: Declares that the House of Representatives commits itself to fully spending the receipts of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund on U.S. ports and harbors each year. Affirms that the Fund's surplus should be spent down to zero on such ports and harbors as soon as possible. Urges U.S. ports and the Corps of Engineers to make all necessary preparations for the expansion and acceleration of port and harbor dredging by 100% use of Fund receipts.
Recognizing the importance of biomedical research and thanking biomedical researchers in the United States.

Whereas biomedical researchers are working at a rapid pace to understand COVID–19, how it spreads, how it infects, who it infects, and why it progresses in such a deadly way; Whereas biomedical researchers are working at breakneck speed to find effective diagnostic tools and treatments, to see if other drugs might be useful and to find new ways to stop COVID–19 progression; Whereas biomedical researchers are working to develop vaccines that will be our best solution to stopping the virus and disease; Whereas this research includes modeling the disease and potential treatments in animals in order to steer the direction of human trials in the development of new treatments and ideas for humans alongside the conduct of clinical trials so that new treatments are both effective and safe; Whereas there are tens of thousands of scientists, researchers, biological safety experts, animal care staff, clinical research staff, ethicists, and funders who are providing hope for the future; Whereas just like the doctors and nurses on the frontlines, the hard work and dedication of biomedical researchers saves lives and ensures we have a healthier community; and Whereas it is important to strengthen our research community by cultivating knowledge and trust in research, inspiring students to pursue STEM fields, and fostering dialogue on the role of ethical and humane biomedical research: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) commends our biomedical researchers, universities and research institutions, and hospitals in their efforts to ensure we have a healthier community; and (2) encourages a continued commitment to biomedical research in the development of vaccines and treatments against diseases and infections.

Summary: This resolution commends biomedical researchers and other research entities for their work to improve the health of communities and encourages a continued commitment to biomedical research.
Directing the Fine Arts Board to accept the gift of a portrait of Alice Paul for placement in the House of Representatives wing of the United States Capitol or an office building of the House, and directing the Architect of the Capitol to place the portrait in a suitable permanent location.

Whereas Alice Paul was a leader in the women’s suffrage movement in the United States, worked for two years with the National American Woman Suffrage Association, cofounded the Congressional Union seeking a Federal constitutional amendment for women’s suffrage, and in 1916, formed the National Woman’s Party; Whereas, in 1920, Alice Paul was instrumental in the passage and ratification of the 19th Amendment, which prohibited denying any citizen the right to vote on the basis of sex; Whereas, in 1923, Alice Paul penned the Equal Rights Amendment, which was introduced in every congressional term between 1923 and 1972; Whereas Alice Paul continued to advocate on behalf of women until her death on July 9, 1977; and Whereas Alice Paul was a driving force behind the attainment of women’s suffrage and the national movement toward equality for women: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) directs the Fine Arts Board to accept the gift of a portrait of Alice Paul for placement in the House of Representatives wing of the United States Capitol or an office building of the House; and (2) directs the Architect of the Capitol to place the portrait in a suitable permanent location.

Summary: This resolution directs (1) the Fine Arts Board to accept the gift of a portrait of Alice Paul (a leader in the women's suffrage movement) for placement in the House of Representatives wing of the U.S. Capitol or a House office building, and (2) the Architect of the Capitol to place the portrait in a suitable permanent location.
Condemning antisemitism by public figures.

Whereas there is currently a crisis of rising antisemitism, both at home and around the world; Whereas with increasing frequency, influential public figures, celebrities, and foreign government officials use social media platforms to spread their antisemitic, hateful views, including Holocaust denial and praise for Adolf Hitler; Whereas the Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) most recent Audit of Antisemitic Incidents Whereas there have been a growing number of deadly attacks on the Jewish community in our country, and just since 2018, high-profile attacks on Jews have occurred in Jersey City, New Jersey, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Poway, California, Colleyville, Texas, and others; Whereas, in May 2022, the House of Representatives passed H. Res. 1125, Condemning Rising Antisemitism, which calls on elected officials, faith leaders, and civil society leaders to use their platforms to condemn and combat any and all manifestations of antisemitism; Whereas there has been a marked increase in prominent public figures using hate speech online; and Whereas it is the responsibility of elected officials to speak up against antisemitism: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) condemns the increase in antisemitism in the public sphere and calls on national faith leaders of all denominations and Americans of influence to join with current and former elected leaders to use their platforms to speak out against antisemitism; (2) stands in unity with the Jewish people in the United States and around the world against this rising antisemitism; and (3) asserts the need for robust education on the Holocaust, genocide, and the long history of antisemitism to combat the rising tide of hate.

Summary: This resolution condemns the increase in anti-Semitism in the public sphere.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Postal Service should issue a commemorative postage stamp honoring Lewis Howard Latimer, in recognition of his distinctive life, scientific achievements, and his civic contributions to technological advancement, to commemorate the upcoming 175th year anniversary of his birth and that the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp be issued.

Whereas Lewis Latimer was an African-American scientist, inventor, and social justice advocate, who lived from 1848 to 1928; Whereas the son of escaped slaves, Lewis Latimer bravely served in the United States Navy at 16 years of age during the Civil War and received an honorable discharge; Whereas Lewis Latimer was self-educated having only formally finished elementary school, he taught himself mechanical drawing and drafting working at Crosby and Gould Patent law office; Whereas Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Edison both worked in close conjunction with Lewis Latimer and, by employing his highly sought-after services, the two inventors made vital technological strides that propelled the electric and telecommunications industries; Whereas Lewis Latimer left an indelible mark on the scientific and technological community, discovering the improved process for manufacturing carbon filament, which made light bulbs longer lasting and feasible for widespread commercial use; Whereas Lewis Latimer secured the patent for his invention, Apparatus for Cooling and Disinfecting, in 1886, the forerunner to the modern air conditioning unit; Whereas, in 1890, Lewis Latimer authored Incandescent Lighting: A Practical Description of the Edison System Whereas Lewis Latimer was a champion of social justice issues, advocating relentlessly for the full recognition of civil rights for Black Americans; Whereas Lewis Latimer was the only African American of the 28 charter members to belong to the Edison Pioneers, a group of men who worked closely with Edison to transform the electric industry; Whereas Lewis Latimer was the living embodiment of the American dream, and his accomplished life merits recognition; and Whereas September 4, 2023, will be the 175th anniversary of Lewis Latimer’s birth: Now, therefore be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) a commemorative postage stamp should be issued by the United States Postal Service honoring the life and legacy of Lewis Howard Latimer; and (2) the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a postage stamp be issued.

Summary: This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that a commemorative stamp should be issued by the U.S. Postal Service honoring the life and legacy of Lewis Howard Latimer.
Electing the Sergeant-at-Arms of the House of Representatives.

That William McFarland of the State of Maryland, be, and is hereby, chosen Sergeant-at-Arms of the House of Representatives. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution elects William McFarland as Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives.
Relating to House Resolution 891.

That House Resolution 891, agreed to March 11, 2020 (as most recently amended by House Resolution 920, agreed to April 14, 2020), is amended in section 7 by striking May 3, 2020 May 18, 2020 Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution further extends the date in H.Res. 891, as amended by H.Res. 920, through the legislative day of May 18, 2020, by which certain proceedings may take place in the House.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that continuous parental engagement in the schooling decisions impacting their children is to be commended, supported, and encouraged, and that current efforts to exclude parents or even label them as domestic terrorists should be condemned.

Whereas parents and active, involved members of our communities have a First Amendment right to express their personal opinions on schooling decisions; Whereas parents should be empowered to directly communicate with Federal, State, and local education professionals regarding decisions that directly shape and determine their children’s education, development, health, and well-being; Whereas open and cooperative relationships between parents and schools have significant and long-lasting positive effects on the academic and socioemotional development of children; Whereas parents’ concerns over inappropriate or unwanted materials deserves to be expressed and should be fully considered by school professionals; Whereas parents are joining together to form grassroots organizations and community coalitions to present concerns about numerous school policies and practices; Whereas parents are now collectively and constructively voicing deeply held and valid concerns about divisive educational decisions with which they strongly disagree; and Whereas community input that is presented in a lawful and appropriate manner should always be received and not discouraged: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes and appreciates the efforts of parents to exercise their First Amendment freedoms, as well as their inherent parental rights, to engage in the development and implementation of the school environment, curriculum, health, and well-being practices; and (2) condemns any and all designations from educational professionals or any level of government to label active, involved, and concerned parents as domestic terrorists

Summary: This resolution recognizes the rights of parents to engage in the development and implementation of decisions impacting their children's school environment, curriculum, health, and well-being practices. It also condemns designating parents as domestic terrorists.
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 the Budget: Mr. Doggett and Mr. Kildee. Committee on Education and the Workforce: Mr. Takano. Committee on Science and Technology: Ms. Clark of Massachusetts. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Elects specified Members to the following House Committees: (1) the Budget, (2) Education and the Workforce, and (3) Science and Technology.
Congratulating the University of Washington Huskies' Men's Crew Team for winning the 2013 Intercollegiate Rowing Association National Championship.

Whereas crew is the oldest intercollegiate sport in the United States, dating back to 1852; Whereas the Intercollegiate Rowing Association Championship, which began in 1895, is the oldest college rowing championship in the United States and is one of the most prestigious championships in collegiate rowing; Whereas the University of Washington first attended the Intercollegiate Rowing Association Championship in 1913; Whereas the Washington Huskies Men’s Crew Team was the number one ranked team in the United States all season and entered the Intercollegiate Rowing Association Championships as the top seeded team; Whereas the University of Washington Huskies Men’s Crew Team are the National Champions after a dominating performance at the 111th Annual IRA National Championships; Whereas the Huskies capped a perfect weekend on Lake Natoma by sweeping all 5 grand finals to win their third-consecutive and 16th overall National Championship for the University of Washington Men’s Crew; Whereas the Huskies broke their own record in Intercollegiate Rowing Association history, with no team ever winning more than 4 consecutive Ten Eyck awards until the Huskies made it 5 in 2011, 6 in 2012, and now 7 in 2013; Whereas the entire University of Washington Men’s Crew Team should be commended for demonstrating determination, work ethic, and heart; Whereas University of Washington Men’s Crew coach, Michael Callahan, has led the team to 4 national titles, 2 second-place titles, never lost a Ten Eyck award, and has accomplished a feat no other program in collegiate rowing has ever accomplished, sweeping every Intercollegiate Rowing Association category at the finals not once but twice; Whereas the Huskies Men’s Crew Team is also the 2013 Pac-12 Champions; Whereas the Husky men had a total of 11 student-athletes selected to the Pac-12's All-Academic list with a minimum of a 3.0 minimum grade point average; and Whereas Husky seniors were chosen for the Pac-12 All Conference Rowing Team while sophomore Alex Perkins was honored as the Pac-12 Newcomer of the Year and head coach Michael Callahan received the Coach of the Year award for the fourth straight year: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) congratulates the University of Washington Huskies Men’s Crew Team on their stellar 2013 season and for winning the 2013 Intercollegiate Rowing Association National Championship; and (2) recognizes the achievements of the rowers, coaches, and staff whose skill, discipline, and dedication allowed them to reach such heights and continue the outstanding legacy of the University of Washington Crew program.

Summary: Congratulates the University of Washington Huskies Men's Crew Team on winning the 2013 Intercollegiate Rowing Association National Championship.
Directing the House of Representatives Fine Arts Board to acquire an appropriate mural depicting the January 6, 2021, attack on the United States Capitol and to select an appropriate location in the House wing of the United States Capitol to display the mural.

Whereas the United States Capitol houses the legislative branch, where the House of Representatives and the Senate convene to debate national policy and pass the Nation’s laws; Whereas the Capitol is a global symbol of democracy and the American people; Whereas Congress’ constitutional mandate to certify the results of Presidential elections is integral to the functioning of American democracy; Whereas Congress has convened on 59 occasions to certify Presidential elections since 1789; Whereas, on January 6, 2021, violent insurrectionists attacked the Capitol in an attempt to prevent Congress from certifying the results of the Presidential election of 2020; Whereas insurrectionists used weapons such as baseball bats, poles, clubs, chemical irritants, such as pepper spray and bear spray, and physical force to assault the United States Capitol Police and other law enforcement officers, breach barricades on the Capitol Grounds, and force entry into the Capitol; Whereas 5 law enforcement officers died in connection with the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol; Whereas insurrectionists vandalized, looted, and ransacked the Capitol and Congressional office buildings, causing at least $1,500,000 in damages; Whereas Members of Congress and staff were forced to cease legislative business and evacuate or shelter in place during the attack; Whereas the Federal Bureau of Investigation considers the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol to be an act of domestic terrorism; Whereas the January 6, 2021, attack presents the most serious attack on the Capitol since the War of 1812; and Whereas the Capitol features artwork that depicts American history, including murals of significant moments in the Capitol’s history, such as the site selection of the Capitol, the Capitol’s cornerstone ceremony, the August 24, 1814, burning of the Capitol by British Armed Forces, the use of the Rotunda as an emergency hospital during the Civil War, and the construction of a cast-iron dome: Now, therefore, be it 1. Mural depicting January 6, 2021, attack on United States Capitol (a) Acquisition The House of Representatives Fine Arts Board shall acquire a mural depicting the January 6, 2021, attack on the United States Capitol. (b) Display in United States Capitol The House of Representatives Fine Arts Board, in consultation with the Architect of the Capitol and the Speaker of the House, shall select an appropriate location in the House wing of the United States Capitol to display the mural acquired under subsection (a).

Summary: This resolution directs the House of Representatives Fine Arts Board to acquire a mural depicting the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. The House's Fine Arts Board shall select an appropriate location in the House wing of the Capitol to display the mural acquired.
Honoring Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, on reaching the historic milestone of 115 years of serving communities.

Whereas Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, was founded on January 15, 1908, at Howard University in Washington, DC, by Ethel Hedgemon, Anna Easter Brown, Beulah Elizabeth Burke, Lillie E. Burke, Marjorie Hill, Margaret Flagg, Lavinia Norman, Lucy Diggs Slowe, and Marie Woolfolk; Whereas these 9 young women founded Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, on the 5 original core tenets: to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards; to promote unity and friendship among college women; to study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their social stature; to maintain a progressive interest in college life; and to be of Service to All Mankind Whereas Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, was successfully incorporated on January 29, 1913; Whereas, since its founding in 1908, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, membership now includes over 1,000 chapters internationally, with more than 120,000 active members, and has initiated more than 325,000 members worldwide; Whereas Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, is dedicated to implementing programs of service that enhance the well-being of local, national, and international communities; Whereas the theme of that service program for 2022–2026 is Soaring to Greater Heights of Service & Sisterhood (1) Strengthen Our Sisterhood; (2) Empower Our Families; (3) Build Our Economic Wealth; (4) Enhance Our Environment; (5) Advocate for Social Justice; and (6) Uplift Our Local Community; Whereas Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®’s present administration looks to use each of these initiatives to empower members to lead on the front lines of change, education, and advocacy; and Whereas, among its many accomplished members, Vice President Kamala Harris, the first woman to occupy the Office of the Vice President of the United States, is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives congratulates and commends Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, on 115 years of service.

Summary: This resolution congratulates and commends Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. for its 115 years of service.