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Providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 83) directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to terminate the use of United States Armed Forces to engage in hostilities in or against Iran.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 83) directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to terminate the use of United States Armed Forces to engage in hostilities in or against Iran. All points of order against consideration of the concurrent resolution are waived. The amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be considered as adopted. The concurrent resolution, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the concurrent resolution, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the concurrent resolution, as amended, to adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question except two hours of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Foreign Affairs. 2. Section 7 of the War Powers Resolution ( 50 U.S.C. 1546 Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 83) directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to terminate the use of United States Armed Forces to engage in hostilities in or against Iran.
Urging the people of the United States to observe the month of October of each year as Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month.

Whereas Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month is an appropriate time to recognize the enormous contributions the Italian and Italian-American people have made to this country and the world throughout our history, including generals, admirals, doctors, philosophers, statesmen, musicians, athletes, and Nobel laureates; Whereas Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month is held to salute the Italian and Italian-American community and to exhibit appreciation for their culture and their heritage that have immeasurably enriched the lives of the people of this Nation and the world; Whereas the strength and success of the United States, the vitality of our communities, and the effectiveness of our American society depend, in great measure, upon the distinctive and sterling qualities demonstrated by people of diverse races, heritages, and ethnicities, exemplified by members of the Italian and Italian-American community, who share with us their rich and unique heritage; and Whereas it is fitting and proper that October of each year be observed as Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month throughout the United States: Now, therefore, be it That in order to recognize the enormous contributions Italian and Italian-American people have made to this country and the world throughout our history, the House of Representatives urges the people of the United States to acknowledge Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month and to observe the month with appropriate events and activities.

Summary: This resolution urges the people of the United States to acknowledge an Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month in recognition of the contributions Italians and Italian Americans have made to this country and the world.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2192) to amend the Public Health Service Act to eliminate the non-application of certain State waiver provisions to Members of Congress and congressional staff, and providing for further consideration of the bill (H.R. 1628) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2017.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 2192) to amend the Public Health Service Act to eliminate the non-application of certain State waiver provisions to Members of Congress and congressional staff. 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 Energy and Commerce; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. During further consideration of the bill (H.R. 1628) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2017, as amended, pursuant to House Resolution 228, the further amendments printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be considered as adopted. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2192) to amend the Public Health Service Act to eliminate the non-application of certain State waiver provisions to Members of Congress and congressional staff, and providing for further consideration of the bill (H.R. 1628) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2017.
Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the United States Merchant Marine Academy.

Whereas the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) has developed a rich history of military and maritime service since its founding on September 30, 1943; Whereas New Yorkers are proud to have USMMA, one of our Nation’s five Federal service academies, on Long Island, New York; Whereas USMMA Midshipmen undergo extensive training, including spending a year at sea; Whereas USMMA Midshipmen and alumni have exemplified the Academy’s motto, Acta non Verba Whereas the USMMA is the only Federal service academy whose students have engaged in combat in times of war; Whereas during World War II, 142 Midshipmen gave their lives on behalf of our Nation; Whereas USMMA is the only Federal service academy awarded a Battle Standard, recognizing those sacrifices; Whereas the USMMA became the first Federal service academy to admit women in 1974 and graduate women in 1978; Whereas in the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, staff and Midshipmen evacuated civilians from lower Manhattan and transported first responders and supplies to Ground Zero; Whereas Midshipmen are the future of our Nation’s maritime industry and will play a critical role in our defense capabilities through maritime service and commission in United States Armed Forces; Whereas USMMA graduates commit to eight years of service as officers in reserve units of the Armed Forces; Whereas USMMA graduates make up approximately 80 percent of the United States Navy Strategic Sealift Officers Force; Whereas during wartime or national emergency, a substantial number of merchant marine officers who are required to report for military service and assist in wartime efforts are USMMA graduates; and Whereas the United States Merchant Marine Academy has demonstrated its deep commitment to the people of the United States and the safety of our Nation: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the 75th anniversary of the United States Merchant Marine Academy; (2) remembers the 142 USMMA Midshipmen who lost their lives fighting in World War II; (3) commends all Midshipmen for their defense readiness capabilities in times of war and peace; and (4) expresses its deepest gratitude to all the Midshipmen and merchant mariners who gave their lives and made sacrifices in honorable service to the United States of America.

Summary: Recognizes the 75th anniversary of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the practice of using gas chambers to euthanize stray cats and dogs.

Whereas approximately 3,400,000 animals are euthanized in the United States each year; Whereas approximately three percent of all cats and dogs in the United States are euthanized in gas chambers each year; Whereas 23 States have banned the use of gas chambers to euthanize animals; Whereas several States are currently considering legislation banning the use of gas chambers to euthanize animals; Whereas the American Veterinary Medical Association does not consider euthanasia through the use of gas chambers an unconditionally acceptable method of euthanasia; Whereas gas chambers cause stress in dogs and cats and cannot guarantee a humane death especially for ill, young, or old dogs and cats; Whereas gas chambers pose great dangers of significant psychological and physical harm to staff and volunteers in shelters, including bites and scratches while transporting animals and injuries from leaks or misuse of noxious gasses; Whereas euthanasia by injection has been proven to be more safe, cost effective, and humane in numerous studies; Whereas many cats and dogs run away from their owners each year; and Whereas many lost cats and dogs with owners are among those euthanized in gas chambers each year: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives expresses its dissatisfaction that the practice of using gas chambers to euthanize stray cats and dogs continues in the United States in the 21st century.

Summary: Expresses dissatisfaction that the practice of using gas chambers to euthanize stray cats and dogs continues in the United States in the 21st century.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the First Amendment rights of parents at school board meetings shall not be infringed.

Whereas the First Amendment to the Constitution reads, Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Whereas schools, under political pressure, have implemented critical race theory, which teaches children to divide themselves from their classmates, as part of curricula; Whereas schools have implemented mask mandates, jeopardizing learning potential and disrupting classrooms; Whereas schools have implemented vaccine mandates in violation of personal choice and medical freedom, thereby creating thousands of teacher vacancies nationwide; Whereas parents have exercised their protected First Amendment right to assemble and express concerns at school board meetings; Whereas interest groups, in response to parents participating out of concern for policies impacting their children’s well-being and safety, requested the Department of Justice label parents as domestic terrorists Whereas, on October 4, 2021, the Attorney General, as appointed by the President, has directed the Federal Bureau of Investigation to prosecute parents who exercise their First Amendment rights at school board meetings; and Whereas, on October 15, 2021, sitting members of the United States Commission on Civil Rights wrote to the Attorney General to express concern that protected political speech by parents could be prosecuted under the October 4 directive, in direct violation of their First Amendment rights, because of political disagreement: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the rights enumerated in the Constitution of parents to assemble and petition school boards; and (2) condemns weaponization of Federal law enforcement agencies against parents exercising their rights.

Summary: This resolution (1) supports the constitutional rights of parents to assemble and petition school boards, and (2) condemns the weaponization of federal law enforcement agencies against parents exercising their rights.
Expressing support for designation of the first Saturday in October as "National Animal Rescue Day/Winslow's Day" to create awareness, educate humans of the importance of adoption, and create a humane environment for any pet, including the importance of spaying and neutering of animals, and the encouragement of animal adoptions throughout the United States.

National Animal Rescue Day/Winslow’s Day Whereas between 6,000,000 to 8,000,000 cats and dogs are placed into shelters every year and between 3,000,000 and 4,000,000 are euthanized; Whereas the United States has suffered a drastic economic crisis that has left animals behind in abandoned homes to die or left on the doorsteps of overpopulated shelters and rescues; Whereas a greater awareness of dog fighting and abuse encourages these animals to be put to sleep or left for shelters or rescues to rehabilitate them; Whereas there are between 4,000 to 6,000 animal shelters throughout the United States in need of pet supplies, medical supplies, blankets and towels, cleaning supplies, food, and educational materials about owning a pet, as well as information on how to screen unqualified applicants and provide the best pet match for a family; Whereas increased knowledge and awareness of animal rescue programs throughout the United States will significantly reduce the number of cats and dogs euthanized and reduce the number of animals returned to a shelter who have been rescued; Whereas a National Animal Rescue Day/Winslow’s Day Whereas a National Animal Rescue Day/Winslow’s Day Whereas the first Saturday in October would be an appropriate day to designate as “National Animal Rescue Day/Winslow’s Day” and celebrate it through events, festivals, or Pawtograph signings which will increase revenues for shelters and pet adoptions: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives supports the designation of a “National Animal Rescue Day/Winslow’s Day” to create awareness for animal rescue programs throughout the year and address the challenge of overpopulation through continued spaying and neutering.

Summary: Supports the designation of a National Animal Rescue Day/Winslow's Day to create awareness for animal rescue programs throughout the year and address the challenge of overpopulation through continued spaying and neutering.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3624) to amend title 28, United States Code, to prevent fraudulent joinder.

That 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. 3624) to amend title 28, United States Code, to prevent fraudulent joinder. The first reading of the bill shall be dispensed with. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. General debate shall be confined to the bill and shall not exceed one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on the Judiciary now printed in the bill. The committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be considered as read. All points of order against the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. No amendment to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments are waived. At the conclusion of consideration of the bill for amendment the Committee shall rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted. Any Member may demand a separate vote in the House on any amendment adopted in the Committee of the Whole to the bill or to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3624) to amend title 28, United States Code, to prevent fraudulent joinder.
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 88) to modify the boundary of the Shiloh National Military Park located in Tennessee and Mississippi, to establish Parker's Crossroads Battlefield as an affiliated area of the National Park System, and for other purposes; providing for proceedings during the period from December 24, 2018, through January 3, 2019.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the bill (H.R. 88) to modify the boundary of the Shiloh National Military Park located in Tennessee and Mississippi, to establish Parker's Crossroads Battlefield as an affiliated area of the National Park System, and for other purposes, with the Senate amendment thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a motion offered by the chair of the Committee on Ways and Means or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendment with an amendment consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115-87. The Senate amendment and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion. 2. On any legislative day of the second session of the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress after December 23, 2018— (a) the Journal of the proceedings of the previous day shall be considered as approved; and (b) the Chair may at any time declare the House adjourned to meet at a date and time, within the limits of clause 4, section 5, article I of the Constitution, to be announced by the Chair in declaring the adjournment. 3. The Speaker may appoint Members to perform the duties of the Chair for the duration of the period addressed by section 2 of this resolution as though under clause 8(a) of rule I. December 19, 2018 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 88) to modify the boundary of the Shiloh National Military Park located in Tennessee and Mississippi, to establish Parker's Crossroads Battlefield as an affiliated area of the National Park System, and for other purposes; providing for proceedings during the period from December 24, 2018, through January 3, 2019.
Providing for a certain total number of members on certain select committees and subcommittees, and for other purposes.

1. Total number of members of certain select committees and subcommittees (a) Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Clause 11(a)(1) of rule X of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by striking not more than 22 Members, Delegates, or the Resident Commissioner, of whom not more than 13 may be from the same party not more than 25 Members, Delegates, or the Resident Commissioner, of whom not more than 14 may be from the same party (b) Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party Section 1(a)(2)(A) of House Resolution 11, as agreed to January 10, 2023, is amended by striking composed of not more than 16 Members, Delegates, or the Resident Commissioner appointed by the Speaker, not more than 7 of whom shall be appointed after consultation with the minority leader composed of not more than 24 Members, Delegates, or the Resident Commissioner appointed by the Speaker, not more than 11 of whom shall be appointed after consultation with the minority leader (c) Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government Section 1(a)(2)(A) of House Resolution 12, as agreed to January 10, 2023, is amended by striking together with not more than 13 other Members, Delegates, or the Resident Commissioner appointed by the Speaker, of whom not more than 5 shall be appointed in consultation with the minority leader together with not more than 12 other Members, Delegates, or the Resident Commissioner appointed by the Speaker, of whom not more than 9 shall be appointed in consultation with the minority leader (d) Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic Section 4(a)(1)(B)(i) of House Resolution 5, as agreed to January 9, 2023, is amended by striking not more than 12 Members, Delegates, or the Resident Commissioner appointed by the Speaker, of whom not more than 5 shall be appointed in consultation with the Minority Leader not more than 16 Members, Delegates, or the Resident Commissioner appointed by the Speaker, of whom not more than 7 shall be appointed in consultation with the Minority Leader Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution modifies the composition of specified House committees and subcommittees by changing the number of Members who may serve on those bodies.
Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the United Negro College Fund, Inc.

Whereas the United Negro College Fund, Inc. (UNCF) was created on April 25, 1944, by Dr. Frederick D. Patterson who served as the president of Tuskegee Institute, now Tuskegee University, from 1935 to 1953 with 27 member colleges and a combined enrollment of 14,000 students to make a united appeal to the national conscience; Whereas since the creation of the UNCF, the nonprofit organization has grown to become the Nation’s oldest African-American higher education assistance organization with the famous slogan A mind is a terrible thing to waste Whereas UNCF advocates on behalf of the following member HBCUs and the students they serve: Allen University, Benedict College, Bennett College, Bethune-Cookman University, Claflin University, Clark Atlanta University, Dillard University, Edward Waters College, Fisk University, Florida Memorial University, Huston-Tillotson University, Interdenominational Theological Center, Jarvis Christian College, Johnson C. Smith University, Lane College, Le Moyne-Owen College, Livingstone College, Miles College, Morehouse College, Morris College, Oakwood University, Paine College, Philander Smith College, Rust College, Saint Augustine’s University, Shaw University, Spelman College, Stillman College, Talladega College, Texas College, Tougaloo College, Tuskegee University, Virginia Union University, Voorhees College, Wilberforce University, Wiley College, and Xavier University of Louisiana; and Whereas UNCF has raised more than $4.8 billion benefiting more than 450,000 students and has accomplished this in the following three ways: by awarding $100 million in scholarships annually to more than 10,000 students through 400 scholarship programs, providing financial support to the 37 member HBCUs, and by serving as the Nation’s leading advocate for the importance of minority education and community engagement: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) commemorates the 75th anniversary of the United Negro College Fund, Inc. (UNCF) since its founding in 1944; (2) celebrates the successes of the organization in providing support to historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and providing financial aid to help underrepresented students gain access to postsecondary education; and (3) reaffirms the mission of UNCF to build a robust and nationally recognized pipeline of underrepresented students who become highly qualified college graduates, and to ensure that HBCUs are a respected model of best practice in moving students to and through college.

Summary: This resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the United Negro College Fund, Inc. and celebrates its successes.