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Designating the week of January 24 through January 30, 2021, as National School Choice Week.

Designating the week of January 24 through January 30, 2021, as National School Choice Week Whereas providing a diversity of choices in kindergarten through grade 12 (referred to in this preamble as K12 Whereas high-quality K12 education environments of all varieties are available in the United States, including traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online academies, and home schooling; Whereas talented teachers and school leaders in each of the education environments prepare children to achieve their dreams; Whereas more families than ever before in the United States actively choose the best education for their children; Whereas more public awareness of the issue of parental choice in education can inform additional families of the benefits of proactively choosing challenging, motivating, and effective education environments for their children; Whereas the process by which parents choose schools for their children is nonpolitical, nonpartisan, and deserves the utmost respect; Whereas the COVID19 pandemic has exacerbated educational inequities for many children in the United States, highlighting the importance of a high-quality education; and Whereas tens of thousands of events are planned to celebrate the benefits of educational choice during the 11th annual National School Choice Week, held the week of January 24 through January 30, 2021: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates the week of January 24 through January 30, 2021, as National School Choice Week (2) congratulates students, parents, teachers, and school leaders from kindergarten through grade 12 education environments of all varieties for their persistence, achievements, dedication, and contributions to society in the United States; (3) encourages all parents, during National School Choice Week, to learn more about the education options available to them; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to hold appropriate programs, events, and activities during National School Choice Week to raise public awareness of the benefits of opportunity in education.

Summary: This resolution designates January 24-January 30, 2021, as National School Choice Week.
Recognizing and celebrating the 225th anniversary of the entry of the State of Tennessee into the United States as the 16th State.

Recognizing and celebrating the 225th anniversary of the entry of the State of Tennessee into the United States as the 16th State. Whereas, on June 1, 1796, Congress created the State of Tennessee from the Territory of the United States South of the River Ohio Whereas the State of Tennessee earned the nickname The Volunteer State Whereas the motto of the State of Tennessee, officially adopted by the State in 1987, is Agriculture and Commerce Whereas the State of Tennessee is naturally divided into 3 grand divisions, which include (1) the Blue Ridge Mountains of east Tennessee; (2) the Cumberland Plateau and the foothills and basin of middle Tennessee; and (3) the low plains of west Tennessee; Whereas the official flag of the State of Tennessee, which was adopted by the General Assembly on April 17, 1905, contains 3 pure white stars representing the 3 grand divisions of the State bound together by a circle of blue symbolizing the indissoluble trinity Whereas the State of Tennessee has produced 3 presidents of the United States, including (1) Andrew Jackson; (2) James K. Polk; and (3) Andrew Johnson; Whereas, over the years, the State of Tennessee has become a cultural, diverse, and vibrant State that celebrates its bright past through agriculture, music, art, food, faith, historical attractions, nature, and its people; Whereas, on August 18, 1920, the State of Tennessee became the 36th and final State necessary to ratify the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which gave women the right to vote; Whereas, from Mountain City to Memphis, the State of Tennessee pioneered many musical genres, including (1) bluegrass; (2) country; (3) blues; (4) gospel; and (5) rock and roll; Whereas the State of Tennessee produces products known around the world, including (1) Tennessee whiskey; (2) hot chicken; and (3) Tennessee barbecue; Whereas June 1, 2021, marks the 225th anniversary of the attainment of statehood by the State of Tennessee; and Whereas this 225th anniversary is a monumental occasion to rejoice and commemorate the achievements of the great State of Tennessee: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate recognizes and celebrates the 225th anniversary of the entry of the State of Tennessee into the United States as the 16th State.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the 225th anniversary of the entry of Tennessee into the United States as the 16th state.
To authorize the installation of appropriate equipment and furniture in the Senate chamber for the impeachment proceedings of Donald John Trump, former President of the United States.

To authorize the installation of appropriate equipment and furniture in the Senate chamber for the impeachment proceedings of Donald John Trump, former President of the United States. 1. Authorization for equipment and furniture (a) In general In recognition of the unique requirements raised by the impeachment proceedings against Donald John Trump, former President of the United States, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate shall install appropriate equipment and furniture in the Senate chamber for use by the managers from the House of Representatives and counsel for the former President in their presentations to the Senate during all times that the Senate is sitting for trial with the President pro tempore presiding. (b) Scope The appropriate equipment and furniture referred to in subsection (a) is as follows: (1) A lectern, a witness table and chair if required, and tables and chairs to accommodate an equal number of managers from the House of Representatives and counsel for the former President, which shall be placed in the well of the Senate. (2) Such equipment as may be required to permit the display of video or audio evidence, including video monitors and microphones, which may be placed in the chamber for use by the managers from the House of Representatives or counsel for the former President. (c) Manner All equipment and furniture authorized by this resolution shall be placed in the chamber in a manner that provides the least practicable disruption to Senate proceedings.

Summary: This resolution requires the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to install appropriate equipment and furniture (e.g., tables and chairs to accommodate managers and counsel) in the Senate chamber for use during the impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump.
Commemorating the tenth anniversary of the Souris River flood in Minot, North Dakota.

Commemorating the tenth anniversary of the Souris River flood in Minot, North Dakota. Whereas, in late June 2011, the city of Minot, North Dakota, and surrounding communities were inundated by widespread flooding; Whereas high soil moisture content, above-average snow pack, and persistent spring and summer precipitation produced record-level flooding throughout the Souris River Basin; Whereas, in June 2011, the Saskatchewan Watershed Authority informed communities downstream that reservoirs [had] no capacity to store further inflows; Whereas, on June 22, 2011, following continued releases from upstream reservoirs, water began to overtop levees in the city of Minot, resulting in a mandatory evacuation and the displacement of 11,000 Minot residents; Whereas nearly 11,500 acres in Ward County were covered in 2 to 15 feet of water, impacting nearly 4,800 structures; Whereas the rivers flow peaked at 27,000 cubic feet per second, resulting in almost as much water moving through Minot in June 2011 as in the entire year of 1976, which was the previous all-time annual flow record; Whereas, on June 26, 2011, the river crested at 1,561.72 feet above sea level, a Minot record; Whereas the floodwater destroyed 4,100 homes, 250 businesses, and numerous schools, parks, churches, and other public infrastructure at a cost of as much as $1,000,000,000; Whereas floodwater created national security concerns by temporarily blocking access to some intercontinental ballistic missile facilities operated by personnel at Minot Air Force Base; Whereas the Federal Emergency Management Agency provided more than 1,500 temporary housing units to address the agencys third largest housing mission in its history to date; Whereas the people of Minot and surrounding communities demonstrated resilience and worked together to help their fellow neighbors in a time of need; Whereas Federal, State, and local officials and agencies coordinated to provide immediate recovery assistance; Whereas Congress provided hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster relief and recovery funding to assist the city of Minot and the surrounding region; Whereas the people of Minot and surrounding communities continue to deal with the effects of the flood, including efforts to construct permanent flood protection in the Minot area; and Whereas 2021 marks the tenth anniversary of the Souris River flood in Minot, North Dakota: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) commemorates the tenth anniversary of the Souris River flood in Minot, North Dakota; (2) expresses sympathy to people in the Souris River Basin and condolences to the families who lost their homes or businesses; (3) commends the resilience of the people in the Souris River Basin and their commitment to recovery and rebuilding; and (4) expresses gratitude and appreciation to State and local leaders, first responders, and the North Dakota National Guard for protecting the people of the Souris River Basin.

Summary: This resolution commemorates the 10th anniversary of the Souris River flood in Minot, North Dakota.
Electing Gary B. Myrick, of Virginia, as Secretary for the Majority of the Senate.

Electing Gary B. Myrick, of Virginia, as Secretary for the Majority of the Senate. That Gary B. Myrick of Virginia be, and he is hereby, elected Secretary for the Majority of the Senate.

Summary: This resolution elects Gary B. Myrick of Virginia as the Secretary for the Majority of the Senate.
Honoring the memory of the victims of the heinous attack at the Pulse nightclub on June 12, 2016. 

Honoring the memory of the victims of the heinous attack at the Pulse nightclub on June 12, 2016. Whereas, on June 12, 2016, a gunman inspired by the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria targeted the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, where he killed 49 innocent victims and wounded dozens more in a despicable attack; Whereas the attack at the Pulse nightclub was an attack on the LGBTQ community, the Hispanic community, the City of Orlando, the State of Florida, and the United States; Whereas the Orlando community continues to mourn the tragic loss of life, but has demonstrated remarkable strength, unity, and resilience in the aftermath of the horrendous event; Whereas June 12 is designated as Pulse Remembrance Day Whereas the people of the United States continue to pray for those affected by the tragedy; and Whereas June 12, 2021, marks 5 years since the lives of the 49 innocent victims were tragically cut short by the senseless act of terrorism: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) commemorates the 49 victims killed in the attack at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, on June 12, 2016, and offers heartfelt condolences to the families, loved ones, and friends of the victims; (2) honors the dozens of survivors of the attack and pledges continued resolve to stand against terrorism and hate; and (3) expresses gratitude to the brave law enforcement and emergency medical personnel who responded to the attack.

Summary: This resolution commemorates the 49 victims killed in the attack at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, on June 12, 2016. It also offers heartfelt condolences to the families, loved ones, and friends of the victims.
Expressing support for the goals of Stomach Cancer Awareness Month.

Expressing support for the goals of 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; 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 2021, an estimated (1) 26,560 cases of stomach cancer will be diagnosed in the United States; and (2) 11,180 people in the United States will die from stomach cancer; Whereas the estimated 5-year survival rate for stomach cancer is only 32.4 percent; Whereas, in the United States, stomach cancer is more prevalent among racial and ethnic minorities; Whereas increased awareness of, and education about, stomach cancer among patients and health care providers could improve timely recognition of stomach cancer symptoms; Whereas more research into early diagnosis, screening, and treatment for stomach cancer is needed; and Whereas November 2021 is an appropriate month to observe Stomach Cancer Awareness Month: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) supports the goals of Stomach Cancer Awareness Month; (2) supports efforts to increase awareness of, and education about, stomach cancer among the general public of the United States; (3) recognizes the need for additional research into early diagnosis, screening, and treatment for stomach cancer; and (4) encourages States, territories, and localities of the United States to support the goals of Stomach Cancer Awareness Month.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for Stomach Cancer Awareness Month.
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Alabama Farmers Federation and celebrating the long history of the Alabama Farmers Federation serving as the voice for Alabama agriculture and forestry.

Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Alabama Farmers Federation and celebrating the long history of the Alabama Farmers Federation serving as the voice for Alabama agriculture and forestry. Whereas, created by farmers, led by farmers, and dedicated to serving farmers, the Alabama Farmers Federation was founded in 1921; Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation founded Alfa Insurance in 1946 to provide quality and affordable fire insurance to federation members and has worked to expand coverage to more than 1,000,000 customers in 11 States; Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation, with more than 360,000 members and 67 county Farmers Federations, has grown to become the largest farmer-led organization in the State of Alabama; Whereas the mission of the Alabama Farmers Federation is to serve farmers by promoting the economic, social and educational interests of all Alabamians Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation fulfills that mission (1) by representing farm and forestry families of Alabama for the purpose of formulating action to support agriculture, forestry, and rural communities; (2) by improving agricultural production, education, leadership development, marketing, and public policy; and (3) by promoting the well-being of the people of the State of Alabama; Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation has represented the interests of farmers with respect to the consideration and enactment of all major legislation impacting farmers since the founding of the Alabama Farmers Federation; and Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation plays a vital role in promoting the well-being of the people of Alabama (1) by analyzing issues faced by farm and forestry families; and (2) by formulating action to achieve the goals of farm and forestry families: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Alabama Farmers Federation; (2) recognizes the Alabama Farmers Federation for 100 years of promoting farm and forestry interests for the benefit of the people of the State of Alabama; and (3) applauds the Alabama Farmers Federation for its past, present, and future efforts to advocate for agricultural and forestry interests that are critical to the State of Alabama.

Summary: This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Alabama Farmers Federation and recognizes its efforts to promote and advocate for the agricultural and forestry interests of Alabama.
Relating to the death of the Honorable Robert Bob J. Dole, former United States Senator for the State of Kansas.

Relating to the death of the Honorable Robert Bob J. Dole, former United States Senator for the State of Kansas. Whereas Robert Bob J. Dole (referred to in this preamble as Bob Dole) was born in Russell, Kansas; Whereas Bob Dole enlisted in the United States Army while he was a student at the University of Kansas, served in World War II, was seriously wounded attempting to save a fellow soldier during a military offensive in Italy, and was awarded 2 Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star with an Oak Cluster for his service; Whereas Bob Dole continued his public service by serving in the Kansas State House of Representatives from 1951 to 1953, and he was then elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1961, where he served until 1969; Whereas Bob Dole began his United States Senate career in 1969, which would last until 1996, serving during this period as Chairman of the Republican National Committee, Senate Minority Leader, and Senate Majority Leader; Whereas Bob Dole was a life-long advocate for the disabled and was instrumental in the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act in 1990 and the Dole-McGovern Food for Education program; Whereas Bob Dole was the Republican nominee for the Presidency of the United States in 1996; Whereas Bob Dole has been recognized by several presidents for his public service, including President Reagan awarding him the Presidential Citizens Medal in 1989 and President Clinton bestowing upon him the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1997; Whereas Bob Dole left elected office but remained in public service, serving as (1) National Chairman of the World War II Memorial Campaign; (2) co-chair of the Families of Freedom Scholarship Fund for families of victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks; (3) co-chair of the Presidents Commission on Care for Americas Returning Wounded Warriors in 2007; and (4) Finance Chairman of the Campaign for the National Eisenhower Memorial; Whereas Bob Doles bond with veterans remained unbroken, and he rarely missed an opportunity to greet veterans during their Honor Flights to the World War II Memorial, personally thanking each of them for their service; and Whereas Bob Dole exemplified the American spirit of service and leadership: Now, therefore, be it that (1) the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Robert Bob (2) the Senate respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate (A) communicate this resolution to the House of Representatives; and (B) transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to the family of the Honorable Robert Bob (3) when the Senate adjourns today, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the Honorable Robert Bob

Summary: This resolution honors the life of Senator Robert Dole and offers the condolences of the Senate regarding his death.
To provide for the printing of the Senate Manual for the One Hundred Seventeenth Congress.

To provide for the printing of the Senate Manual for the One Hundred Seventeenth Congress. That a revised edition of the Senate Manual for the One Hundred Seventeenth Congress be prepared by the Committee on Rules and Administration and printed as a Senate document, and that fifteen hundred additional copies shall be printed and bound for the use of the Senate, bound and delivered as may be directed by the Committee on Rules and Administration.

Summary: This resolution provides for the printing of a revised edition of the Senate Manual for the 117th Congress.
Condemning military aggression and use of force by the Chinese Coast Guard against peaceful foreign vessels that purportedly violate the unlawful maritime sovereignty of China.

Condemning military aggression and use of force by the Chinese Coast Guard against peaceful foreign vessels that purportedly violate the unlawful maritime sovereignty of China. Whereas the National Peoples Congress of China passed the Coast Guard Law of the Peoples Republic of China on January 22, 2021, for the alleged purposes of defending the national sovereignty, security, and maritime rights and interests of China; Whereas the Coast Guard Law of the Peoples Republic of China applies to activities in the jurisdictional waters Whereas 6 countries lay overlapping claims to the South China Sea, an area known to be rich in oil, gas, and natural resources and by which $3,400,000,000,000 in commerce transits through; Whereas the Government of the People's Republic of China has made claims to the South China Sea by means of a nine-dash line Whereas United States Navy and United States Coast Guard ships conduct freedom of navigation operations throughout the South China Sea, challenging excessive and illegal maritime claims; and Whereas the United States will not tolerate a threat from the People's Republic of China for its extension of power in waters far beyond its legitimate territorial sea boundaries: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) condemns exertion of illegitimate authorization for Chinese Coast Guard military aggression by the People's Republic of China against foreign vessels; (2) condemns the unlawful claims by the Government of the People's Republic of China to the South China Sea; (3) applauds the United States Navy and the United States Coast Guard for their continued efforts to conduct freedom of navigation operations in order to assert international rights to freedom of navigation and uphold a free and open international order that promotes security and prosperity; (4) calls on all nations to condemn the exertion of power by People's Republic of China that threatens rules-based order and international law; (5) calls on all nations to join and condemn unlawful claims by the Government of the People's Republic of China and stand with Southeast Asian allies and partners in protecting their sovereign rights to offshore resources; and (6) encourages all nations to condemn and stand together against attempts by the Government of the Peoples Republic of China to impose its will on other countries.

Summary: This resolution condemns the Chinese Coast Guard's military aggression against foreign vessels and the government of China's unlawful claims to the South China Sea. It also applauds the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard for their continued efforts to conduct freedom of navigation operations.