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Expressing support for the designation of May 4, 2022, as a "National Day of Reason" and recognizing the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.

National Day of Reason Whereas the application of reason has been the essential precondition for humanity’s extraordinary scientific, medical, technological, and social progress since before the founding of our country; Whereas reason provides vital hope today for confronting the environmental crises of our day, including the civilizational emergency of climate change, and for cultivating the rule of law, democratic institutions, justice, and peace among nations; Whereas irrationality, magical and conspiratorial thinking, and disbelief in science have undermined the national effort to combat the COVID–19 pandemic, contributing to the deaths of nearly 1,000,000 people in the United States; Whereas America’s Founders insisted upon the primacy of reason and knowledge in public life, and drafted the Constitution to prevent official establishment of religion and to protect freedom of thought, speech, and inquiry in civil society; Whereas James Madison, author of the First Amendment and fourth President of the United States, stated that The advancement and diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty Knowledge will forever govern ignorance, and a people who mean to be their own governors, must arm themselves with the power knowledge gives Whereas May 4, 2022, would be an appropriate date to designate as a National Day of Reason That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of a National Day of Reason (2) encourages all citizens, residents, and visitors to join in observing this day and focusing on the central importance of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry to resolving social problems and promoting the welfare of humankind.

Summary: This resolution (1) supports the designation of a National Day of Reason; and (2) encourages all citizens, residents, and visitors to focus on the central importance of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry to resolving social problems and promoting human welfare.
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 Ethics: Mr. Cohen. Committee on Oversight and Government Reform: Mr. Sarbanes. Committee on Small Business: Mr. Schneider. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Elects specified Members to the House Committees on: (1) Ethics, (2) Oversight and Government Reform, and (3) Small Business.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 626) to advance commonsense policy priorities.

That immediately upon adoption of this resolution, the House shall proceed to the consideration in the House of the bill (H.R. 626) to advance commonsense policy priorities. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. An amendment in the nature of a substitute received for printing in the portion of the Congressional Record designated for that purpose in clause 8 of rule XVIII dated at least one day before the day of consideration of H.R. 626, if submitted by the ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means, shall be considered as adopted. If more than one such amendment is submitted, then only the last amendment submitted shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. Clause 1(c) of rule XIX shall not apply to the consideration of H.R. 626.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 626) to advance commonsense policy priorities.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to the Special Counsel assigned to investigate Russian interference with the 2016 Presidential election and related matters, and for other purposes.

Whereas Robert Mueller III has served as the Special Counsel assigned to investigate Russian interference with the 2016 Presidential election and related matters since May 17, 2017; Whereas the expenses associated with this investigation were $6.7 million in its first five months; Whereas at the established rate of spending, the investigation has likely cost the American taxpayers over $17 million; Whereas the matter of potential interference in elections by the Russian Federation has been investigated before and during the same time by other authorized powers including the Department of Justice, American intelligence agencies, and committees of both the House of Representatives and the Senate; Whereas no sanctioned investigation has found evidence of collusion between the 2016 Presidential campaign of Donald J. Trump and the Russian Federation; Whereas no charges presently introduced by Robert Mueller III have been related to collusion between a political campaign and a foreign government; and Whereas a failure to resolve this investigation swiftly and accurately threatens to question the legitimacy of future elections held in the United States: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses the need for a swift resolution into the investigation by the Special Counsel into Russian interference during the 2016 Presidential election and related matters to preserve the integrity of our democratic institutions; and (2) demands that within thirty days of the adoption of this resolution, the investigation be concluded or the Special Counsel should report to the House on the status of the investigation with an anticipated date of conclusion of the investigation to ensure that the legitimacy of future elections is not questioned.

Summary: Expresses the need for a swift resolution of the Special Counsel's investigation into Russian interference during the 2016 presidential election and related matters.
Expressing support for designation of April 24, 2018, as "National Business Traveler Day".

National Business Traveler Day Whereas business travelers represent a vital component to the economic health of the United States economy today and in the future; Whereas business travel comprises an estimated $424 billion annual share of the United States gross domestic product; Whereas two million business trips are taken each day in the United States; Whereas close to half of all business travelers are women and 73 percent are under the age of 55; Whereas business travelers are significantly affected by travel problems such as changing weather, equipment malfunction, and routine delays and cancellations; Whereas business travelers are often more sensitive to efficiency, timetables, and consistency of service than leisure travelers; Whereas an estimated 70 percent of business travelers work for companies that have no policies on supplier usage, resulting in such business travelers making their own travel purchases for air, hotel, and ground transportation, and often needing to fend for themselves when problems occur during travel; and Whereas this segment of business travel is experiencing an annual growth rate of 6 percent: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Business Traveler Day (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Business Traveler Day

Summary: Supports the designation of National Business Traveler Day.
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 Appropriations: Mr. Nunnelee to rank immediately after Mr. Womack. Committee on the Budget: Mr. Garrett; Mr. Diaz-Balart; Mr. Cole; Mr. McClintock; Mrs. Black; Mr. Rokita; Mr. Woodall; Mrs. Blackburn; Mrs. Hartzler; Mr. Rice of South Carolina; Mr. Stutzman; Mr. Sanford; Mr. Schock; Mr. Womack; Mr. Brat; Mr. Blum; Mr. Mooney of West Virginia; Mr. Grothman; Mr. Palmer; Mr. Moolenaar; and Mr. Westerman. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Elects specified Members to the following House Committees: (1) Appropriations, and (2) the Budget.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6) to authorize the cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 6) to authorize the cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. An amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 116–16, modified by the amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) two hours of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6) to authorize the cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens.
Expressing support for States to adopt "Racheal's Law".

Racheal’s Law Whereas there are approximately 293,000 victims of sexual assault every year; Whereas 82 percent of sexual assaults were perpetrated by a non-stranger; Whereas 46 percent of rapists who were released from prison were re-arrested within 3 years of their release for another crime, of which 18.6 percent was for a violent offense; Whereas victims of sexual assault are 3 times more likely to suffer from depression, 6 times more likely to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder, 13 times more likely to abuse alcohol, 26 times more likely to abuse drugs, and 4 times more likely to contemplate suicide; and Whereas victim interaction with their offender can cause further emotional trauma: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) encourages States to ensure that victims of rape or sexual assault can file and obtain a restraining order against the guilty party for an indefinite period of time without the necessity of renewal or refiling; and (2) encourages States to ensure that victims of rape or sexual assault can be represented by an attorney instead of being physically present during hearings involving their convicted attacker.

Summary: Encourages states to ensure that victims of rape or sexual assault can file and obtain a restraining order against the guilty party for an indefinite period of time without the necessity of renewal or refiling. Encourages states to ensure that victims of rape or sexual assault can be represented by an attorney instead of being physically present during hearings involving their convicted attacker.
Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Elijah E. Cummings.

That the House has heard with profound sorrow of the death of the Honorable Elijah E. Cummings, a Representative from the State of Maryland. That a committee of such Members of the House as the Speaker may designate, together with such Members of the Senate as may be joined, be appointed to attend the funeral. That the Sergeant-at-Arms of the House be authorized and directed to take such steps as may be necessary for carrying out the provisions of these resolutions and that the necessary expenses in connection therewith be paid out of applicable accounts of the House. That the Clerk communicate these resolutions to the Senate and transmit a copy thereof to the family of the deceased. That when the House adjourns today, it adjourn as a further mark of respect to the memory of the deceased. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution declares that (1) the House of Representatives has heard with profound sorrow of the death of the Honorable Elijah E. Cummings, a Representative of Maryland; and (2) when the House adjourns on October 17, 2019, it adjourn as a further mark of respect to the memory of the deceased.
Supporting the designation of May 9, 2024, as "National Scam Survivor Day".

National Scam Survivor Day Whereas approximately 2,600,000 Americans filed fraud reports with the Federal Trade Commission in 2023, an increase of 200,000 from the previous year; Whereas it is estimated that American citizens lost more than $10,000,000,000 to scams in 2023; Whereas the Better Business Bureau found that 52 percent of scam reports in 2023 resulted in a dollar loss for the individual, an increase of nearly 28 percent from the previous year; Whereas scammers continue to develop new strategies to target American citizens, including— (1) social media scams, where the Federal Trade Commission estimates approximately ¼ of successful scams originate; (2) small business scams such as fraudulent invoices, advertising offerings, and impersonations of government officials; and (3) scams using artificial intelligence to create false audio or video files; Whereas targeting of at-risk individuals for scams is on the rise, including— (1) veterans, who reported $292,000,000 in losses to scams in 2022 alone, according to the Federal Trade Commission, and who are often targeted by individuals posing as Department of Veterans Affairs officials or health care providers; (2) seniors, in which a study by the University of Michigan found that 75 percent of Americans ages 50 to 80 experienced a scam attempt between 2021 and 2023, and 30 percent fell victim to a scam; and (3) young adults, who are now losing more money to scams than any other age group through fraudulent employment offers, investment opportunities, and checks and money orders, according to the Better Business Bureau; and Whereas there is a greater need for increasing awareness of scams, including— (1) providing consumers and business owners with knowledge and tools to avoid scams; (2) encouraging Americans to utilize Federal Government resources to identify and address potential scams; and (3) improving the ability of Federal law enforcement to discover, track, and halt scam operations to protect the American people: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Scam Survivor Day (2) encourages increased public awareness of scams and strategies to prevent or address scams; (3) recognizes the impact of scams on American citizens and businesses; (4) recognizes the importance of improving public access to scam prevention resources; (5) understands that encouraging scam survivors to tell their story combats the stigma that may prevent individuals from seeking the guidance and assistance they deserve; (6) supports the role of Federal and local law enforcement entities in addressing scams; (7) urges a collaborative approach to supporting scam survivors and prevent future scams among governmental, private, and nonprofit organizations; and (8) encourages continued improvements to existing scam prevention resource toolkits, support for scam survivors, and law enforcement efforts to hold scammers accountable.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of National Scam Survivor Day.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that veterans deserve the health and living standards they fought to protect.

Whereas it is an honor and privilege to serve one’s country; Whereas the Armed Forces of the United States protect the rights and freedoms of the people of the United States; Whereas there are 21,000,000 veterans living in the United States who served in World War II, the Korean War, the Cold War, the Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, or Operation New Dawn; Whereas veterans often become homeless due to war-related disabilities, including physical and mental disabilities; Whereas difficulties readjusting to civilian life can lead to veterans becoming homeless; Whereas in 2013, nearly 14 percent of the more than 260,000 veterans served by the homelessness programs of the Department of Veterans Affairs served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation New Dawn; Whereas on a single night in January 2014, 49,993 veterans were homeless; Whereas about 10 percent of the adult homeless population are veterans; and Whereas a stable home leads to better health, education, social, and employment outcomes for anyone: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) acknowledges the general welfare and security of the United States and the health and living standards of its people are protected by the brave men and women that make up the United States Armed Forces; (2) calls on the people of the United States not to ignore those veterans returning to the United States who are unable to maintain the proper health and living standards that they themselves fought to protect for millions of others; (3) recognizes that finding every single American veteran a home is not only the right thing to do, but also a vital and necessary step towards repaying the unpayable debt that each and every United States citizen owes to the men and women of the Armed Forces who risk their lives for their country; (4) recognizes that the debt to these members of the Armed Forces requires the realization, as soon as feasible, of a decent home and a suitable living environment; and (5) remains committed to ending veteran homelessness once and for all.

Summary: Calls on the people of the United States to not ignore veterans returning to the United States who are unable to maintain the proper health and living standards they fought to protect for others. Recognizes that: (1) finding every veteran a home is the right thing to do and a necessary step toward repaying the debt that U.S. citizens owe the men and women of the Armed Forces, and (2) that debt requires the realization of a decent home and a suitable living environment for veterans. Expresses a commitment to ending veteran homelessness.
Expressing support for designation of April 2019 as "Alcohol Responsibility Month" and supporting the goals and ideals of responsible decisions regarding alcohol.

Alcohol Responsibility Month Whereas, in 2017, an estimated 10,874 people were killed in the United States in drunk driving crashes involving a driver with a BAC of .08 or greater, impacting countless family members, friends, and communities; Whereas, in 2017, one person died in a drunk driving crash on average every 48 minutes; Whereas, in 2017, about 7,400,000 Americans between the ages of 12 to 20, nearly 20 percent of the age group for whom alcohol consumption is illegal, reported consuming alcohol in the past 30 days; Whereas research shows that a lifetime of conversations between parents and their children about alcohol, beginning at an early age, can help prevent underage drinking and alcohol abuse; Whereas the potential danger for young people to be involved in alcohol-related crashes escalates during prom and graduation season; Whereas many State attorneys general are launching underage drinking prevention messages and programs in their States and communities; and Whereas April has been dedicated to alcohol awareness since 1987 and more than awareness is needed to further reduce drunk driving and underage drinking: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Alcohol Responsibility Month (2) encourages parents to be responsible role models and to have ongoing conversations about the dangers of alcohol abuse throughout their children’s childhood, adolescence, and into adulthood; (3) condemns the pervasiveness of alcohol-impaired driving and tragedy; and (4) promotes the responsible consumption of alcohol by adults in the United States.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of Alcohol Responsibility Month.
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 Ethics: Mr. Deutch, Chair. Committee on Rules: Mr. McGovern, Chair; Mr. Hastings; Mrs. Torres of California; Mr. Perlmutter; Mr. Raskin; Ms. Scanlon; Mr. Morelle; Mr. DeSaulnier; and Ms. Ross. Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.

Summary: This resolution elects designated Members to specified standing committees of the House of Representatives.
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 1314) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for a right to an administrative appeal relating to adverse determinations of tax-exempt status of certain organizations.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the bill (H.R. 1314) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for a right to an administrative appeal relating to adverse determinations of tax-exempt status of certain organizations, with the Senate amendment thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a motion offered by the Majority Leader or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendment with the amendment printed in part A of the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution modified by the amendment printed in part B of that report. 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 Majority Leader and the Minority Leader or their respective designees. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question. October 28 (legislative day, October 27), 2015 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. 1314) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for a right to an administrative appeal relating to adverse determinations of tax-exempt status of certain organizations.