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Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz and acknowledging the Cyrus Cylinder as a symbol of respect for human rights and religious tolerance.

Whereas Nowruz marks the traditional Iranian New Year, which originated in ancient Persia, and dates back more than 3,000 years; Whereas Nowruz occurs on the vernal equinox and celebrates the arrival of spring; Whereas Nowruz serves to remind the United States of the many lasting contributions of the Persian civilization to the world and the noteworthy impact of Iranian-Americans to the social and economic fabric of society in the United States; Whereas in 539 B.C.E., the Cyrus Cylinder, an ancient clay cylinder inscribed with a declaration in Babylonian cuneiform in the name of Cyrus, which was created following the Persian conquest of Babylon has, over the centuries, come to symbolize mankind’s first document on human rights; Whereas Cyrus II (also known as Cyrus the Great) of Persia is recognized for his achievements in human rights, politics, and religious tolerance, as well as his influence on future Eastern and Western civilizations; Whereas the policies of Cyrus toward minority religions are further documented in Babylonian texts and Jewish sources, and historical accounts; Whereas the Cyrus Cylinder has had significant impact on the respect for human rights that Iranian Americans believe in today; Whereas an exhibition will tour in the United States to celebrate the Cyrus Cylinder as a symbol of tolerance and respect for different peoples and different faiths; Whereas the Cyrus Cylinder exhibition will take place in Washington, DC, Houston, Texas, New York, New York, San Francisco, California, and Los Angeles, California; Whereas the launch of the Cyrus Cylinder exhibition coincides with the Nowruz holiday and connects the Persian New Year to the values of human rights; and Whereas the Cyrus Cylinder symbolizes the universal hopes and aspirations of all people for human rights and religious tolerance: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz; (2) recognizes the hopes and aspirations of all people, including the people of Iran for human rights and religious tolerance as embodied by the Cyrus Cylinder; and (3) recognizes the tour of the Cyrus Cylinder throughout the United States.

Summary: Recognizes: (1) the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz; (2) the aspirations of all people, including the people of Iran, for human rights and religious tolerance as embodied by the Cyrus Cylinder; and (3) the tour of the Cyrus Cylinder throughout the United States.
Expressing support for the designation of May 2022 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

Whereas motorcycling is a great American tradition enjoyed by an estimated 30 million people annually, representing approximately 9 percent of the population; Whereas motorcycles are a valuable component of the transportation mix; Whereas motorcycles are fuel-efficient and decrease congestion while having little impact on our Nation’s transportation infrastructure; Whereas the motorcycling community promotes rider safety education, licensing, and motorcycle awareness; Whereas the motorcycling community is committed to decreasing motorcycle crashes through training and safety education, personal responsibility, and increased public awareness; Whereas approximately 87 percent of motorcycles are operated on highways in conjunction with other vehicles; Whereas motorcyclist deaths occur more frequently than fatalities in passenger vehicles; Whereas motorcycle awareness is beneficial to all road users and will help decrease motorcycle accidents; and Whereas the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration promotes Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month to encourage riders to be properly licensed, receive training, wear personal protective equipment, and to remind all riders and motorists to always share the road: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month; (2) recognizes the contribution of motorcycles to the transportation mix; (3) encourages motorcycle awareness by all road users; (4) recognizes that motorcyclists have a right to the road and that all motorists should safely share the roadways; (5) encourages rider safety education, training, and proper gear for safe motorcycle operation; and (6) supports the goals of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

Summary: This resolution (1) expresses support for the designation of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month; (2) recognizes the contribution of motorcycles to the transportation mix; (3) encourages motorcycle awareness by all road users; (4) recognizes that motorcyclists have a right to the road and that all motorists should safely share the roadways; (5) encourages rider safety education, training, and proper gear for safe motorcycle operation; and (6) supports the goals of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to Marcus Garvey.

Whereas Marcus Mosiah Garvey was born in St. Ann's Bay, Jamaica, on August 17, 1887, and emigrated to the United States where he founded the Universal Negro Improvement Association; Whereas Marcus Garvey was the father of the largest African-American movement for human rights and economic self-sufficiency of all time, attracting millions of followers in the United States, the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, and Europe; Whereas Marcus Garvey's philosophy inspired some of the world's great Black leaders; Whereas leading a movement for economic independence among Black Americans, Marcus Garvey became the target of surveillance and harassment by United States Government law enforcement agencies; Whereas Marcus Garvey was prosecuted and convicted of mail fraud, imprisoned, and later, deported to Jamaica; Whereas the case against Marcus Garvey was politically motivated, the charges unsubstantiated, and his conviction unjust; Whereas millions of petitioners have appealed for his exoneration; Whereas Marcus Garvey is recognized as a national hero in his native Jamaica, and as a towering figure in nations around the world; and Whereas Marcus Garvey's life and contributions to the United States should be recognized and appropriate steps taken to restore his name and reputation in this country: Now, therefore, be it That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) Marcus Garvey was innocent of the charges brought against him by the United States Government; (2) Marcus Garvey was and should be recognized internationally as a leader and thinker in the struggle for human rights; and (3) the President should take appropriate measures within his power to clear Marcus Garvey's good name.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) Marcus Garvey, founder of the Universal Negro Improvement Association, was innocent of the charges brought against him by the U.S. government; (2) Garvey was and should be recognized internationally as a leader and thinker in the struggle for human rights; and (3) the President should take appropriate measures to clear Garvey's name.
Honoring Erin Hamlin of Remsen, New York, for proudly representing the United States in four consecutive Winter Olympic Games.

Whereas, on Tuesday, February 12, 2018, Erin Hamlin competed in her fourth and final Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea, where she was also selected as the United States flag bearer in the Opening Ceremony on February 9, 2018; Whereas Erin Hamlin was the first female American luger to medal at any Winter Olympics, winning bronze at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, and was the first American of either gender to medal in singles competition; and Whereas Erin Hamlin was the first Olympic athlete to represent the village of Remsen, New York: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) congratulates and honors Erin Hamlin and her hometown of Remsen, New York, on her performance at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea; (2) recognizes and commends the hard work, dedication, determination, and commitment to excellence of Erin Hamlin for ably representing the United States at four consecutive Olympic Winter Games; and (3) recognizes and commends the people of Remsen, New York, and the surrounding area for their outstanding loyalty and support of Erin Hamlin throughout her Olympic career.

Summary: Congratulates Erin Hamlin and her hometown of Remsen, New York, on her performance at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea.
Expressing support for a national day of mourning in recognition of the lives lost as a result of COVID-19.

Whereas, as of November 13, 2020, more than 243,000 Americans have died as a result of COVID–19; Whereas, during the week leading up to November 13, 2020, the United States added over 100,000 COVID–19 cases per day; Whereas millions of Americans have been unable to say goodbye to loved ones or mourn properly as a result of COVID–19, making a collective day of mourning appropriate; Whereas the COVID–19 pandemic has disproportionately affected minorities in the United States; Whereas Black Americans are more than 2 times as likely to be diagnosed with COVID–19, more than 3 times as likely to be hospitalized with COVID–19, and more than 2 times as likely to die as a result of COVID–19, when compared to White Americans; Whereas Latino Americans are more than 3 times as likely to be diagnosed with COVID–19, more than 4 times as likely to be hospitalized with COVID–19, and more than 2 times as likely to die as a result of COVID–19, when compared to White Americans; Whereas Native Americans are more than 2 times as likely to be diagnosed with COVID–19, more than 5 times as likely to be hospitalized with COVID–19, and 1.4 times as likely to die as a result of COVID–19, when compared to White Americans; Whereas Asian Americans are 1.1 times as likely to be diagnosed with COVID–19, 2 times as likely to be hospitalized with COVID–19, and 1.8 times as likely to die as a result of COVID–19, when compared to White Americans; and Whereas January 21, 2021, would be an appropriate date for a national day of mourning in recognition of the lives lost as a result of COVID–19: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of a national day of mourning in recognition of the lives lost as a result of COVID–19; (2) encourages Americans to observe a moment of silence on such a day; and (3) encourages the President to order flags flown at halfstaff on such a day.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for a National Day of Mourning for the lives lost as a result of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019). It encourages Americans and the President to commemorate the day by observing a moment of silence and ordering flags flown at half-staff, respectively.
Supporting the goals and ideals of "move over" laws.

move over Whereas the House of Representatives recognizes law enforcement, fire and rescue, emergency medical services, tow truck operators, and transportation workers as traffic incident management responders (as such term is defined by the Traffic Incident Management Handbook of the Federal Highway Administration); Whereas, due to the increasingly high rate of drivers engaging in risky behaviors on our roadways, including distracted driving, impaired driving, and speeding, many traffic incident management responders lose their lives while performing their duties each year; Whereas, nationally in 2022, 50 traffic incident management responders were killed due to roadside collisions; Whereas every State has a move over Whereas move over Whereas a Government Accountability Office report (GAO–21–166) on Emergency Responder Safety noted that State officials cite raising public awareness as the most prevalent challenge to move over Whereas providing traffic incident management responders an enhanced opportunity to inform the motoring public about these laws is critical to the public safety: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of move over (2) urges relevant Federal and State agencies, as well as nongovernmental organizations involved in traffic incident management response, to spread awareness and promote the existence of, and adherence to, State move over (3) urges relevant Federal and State agencies, as well as nongovernmental organizations involved in traffic incident management response, to educate the public further on the dangers and potential loss of life if the provisions and requirements of State move over

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideas of move over laws. It also urges relevant federal and state agencies, as well as nongovernmental organizations involved in traffic incident management response to spread awareness and promote the existence of, and adherence to, state move over laws. Move over laws generally require motorists to move at least one lane over when an emergency or rescue activity is taking place on the shoulder or side of the roadway, or, if unable to do so safely, to slow down and pass the scene with caution.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Senate should not confirm a nominee to the United States Supreme Court whose professional record or statements display opposition to the Second Amendment freedoms of law-abiding gun owners, including the fundamental, individual right to keep and bear arms as affirmed in the District of Columbia et al. v. Heller and McDonald et al. v. City of Chicago, Illinois, et al. cases.

District of Columbia et al. v. Heller McDonald et al. v. City of Chicago, Illinois, et al. Whereas the Second Amendment states: A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. Whereas, on February 13, 2016, Supreme Court Justice Antonin Gregory Scalia passed away leaving a vacancy on the United States Supreme Court after 30 years of honorably serving on the Nation’s highest court; Whereas the loss of a staunch defender of the Second Amendment precipitates the need to fill the vacancy on the Supreme Court bench with a similarly minded defender of the Constitution and Bill of Rights; Whereas, on June 26, 2008, in District of Columbia et al. v. Heller Whereas, on June 28, 2010, in McDonald et al. v. City of Chicago, Illinois, et al. The Second Amendment protects the right to keep and bear arms for the purpose of self-defense, and we struck down a District of Columbia law that banned the possession of handguns in the home. … We have previously held that most of the provisions of the Bill of Rights apply with full force to both the Federal Government and the States. Applying the standard that is well established in our law, we hold the Second Amendment right is fully applicable to the States. Whereas, in his majority opinion in District of Columbia v. Heller We start therefore with a strong presumption that the Second Amendment right is exercised individually and belongs to all Americans That it is the sense of the House that the Senate should not confirm a nominee to the United States Supreme Court whose professional record or statements display opposition to the Second Amendment freedoms of law-abiding gun owners, including the fundamental, individual right to keep and bear arms as affirmed in the District of Columbia et al. v. Heller McDonald et al. v. City of Chicago, Illinois, et al.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Senate should not confirm a nominee to the U.S. Supreme Court whose professional record or statements display opposition to Second Amendment rights.
Recognizing the 50th anniversary of National Hunting and Fishing Day.

Whereas, according to the National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation’s most recent data, 103,700,000 Americans participated in wildlife-related recreational activities; Whereas, according to the most recent data, there are 35,800,000 anglers, 11,500,000 hunters, and 86,000,000 wildlife watchers; Whereas, according to the National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation’s most recent data, recreationists contributed $156,900,000,000 to the United States economy; Whereas the 2016 U.S. Census Bureau National Population Estimates’ most recent data reported 27 percent of the total United States population participates in sportfishing, hunting, or target shooting; Whereas the Congressional Sportsmen Foundation reported anglers supported 802,000 jobs and contributed $63,500,000,000 to the Nation’s gross domestic product; Whereas the Congressional Sportsmen Foundation reported hunters and target shooters supported 854,000 jobs and contributed $55,400,000,000 to the Nation’s gross domestic product; Whereas all Americans can participate in outdoor recreation and ensure the proper management of our natural resources for the benefit of future generations; Whereas recreational and sporting activities both provide substantial economic benefits to rural America; Whereas Congress resolved to recognize the esthetic, health and recreational virtues of hunting and fishing Whereas President Richard Nixon declared in 1972 the fourth Saturday of September as National Hunting and Fishing Day Whereas to honor the 50th anniversary of this day, the United States must continue to raise greater public awareness of the connection between hunting, angling, and conservation: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Hunting and Fishing Day (2) supports the responsible management of wildlife and natural resources entrusted to the public; and (3) encourages State-driven hunting and fishing education and safety programs around the country.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of National Hunting and Fishing Day. The resolution also supports the responsible management of wildlife and natural resources entrusted to the public. Finally, the resolution encourages state-driven hunting and fishing education and safety programs around the country.
Directing the Secretary of the Treasury to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of any emails in the possession of the Department that were transmitted to or from the email account(s) of former Internal Revenue Service Exempt Organizations Division Director Lois Lerner between January 2009 and April 2011.

That the House of Representatives direct the Secretary of the Treasury to transmit to the House of Representatives, no later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of any electronic communication in the possession of the Secretary or the Department that was transmitted to or from any electronic mail account(s) used by former Internal Revenue Service Exempt Organizations Division Director Lois Lerner at any time between January 1, 2009, and April 30, 2011. July 17, 2014 Reported adversely from the Committee on Ways and Means

Summary: Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of any electronic communications in the possession of the Secretary or the Department of the Treasury that were transmitted to or from any electronic mail accounts used by Lois Lerner, former Director of the Exempt Organizations Division of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), between January 1, 2009, and April 30, 2011.
Expressing support for the enforcement of section 1507 of title 18, United States Code, with respect to protests outside of the homes of sitting Supreme Court Justices.

Whereas the Supreme Court of the United States is charged with guarding, interpreting, and applying the Constitution and ensuring the American people are afforded equal and impartial justice under the law; Whereas the Court’s power of judicial review is a necessary check to ensure that each branch of government does not exceed its authority under the Constitution; Whereas our constitutional system and the rule of law rely upon the independence of judges who are not subject to the whims of public opinion or the political process; Whereas the recent leak of a draft opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization constitutes a grave breach of judicial ethics and a blatant attack on the independence of the Court; Whereas following the leak of the draft opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, churches and the headquarters of a pro-life organization were firebombed and vandalized, and activists sought to intimidate Justices of the Supreme Court by protesting outside their homes; and Whereas Federal law ( 18 U.S.C. 1507 Whoever, with the intent of interfering with, obstructing, or impeding the administration of justice, or with the intent of influencing any judge, juror, witness, or court officer, in the discharge of his duty, pickets or parades in or near a building housing a court of the United States, or in or near a building or residence occupied or used by such judge, juror, witness, or court officer, or with such intent uses any sound-truck or similar device or resorts to any other demonstration in or near any such building or residence, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than one year, or both. That the House of Representatives— (1) condemns the unauthorized leak of the draft opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization and the ensuing violence, damage to property, and attempted intimidation of Justices of the Supreme Court by proabortion activists; (2) expresses deep concern regarding the erosion of Americans’ faith in our institutions; (3) unwaveringly supports the notion that the judiciary must remain free from political interference and insulated from public opinion so that it may ensure every American is afforded equal and impartial justice under the law; and (4) calls upon the Department of Justice to enforce section 1507 of title 18, United States Code, with respect to protests outside of the homes of sitting Supreme Court Justices.

Summary: This resolution condemns the unauthorized leak of a draft Supreme Court opinion concerning abortion and the related violence, property damage, and attempted intimidation of Supreme Court Justices by activists. It also encourages the enforcement of federal criminal laws that prohibit protests and picketing outside of the homes of federal judges, jurors, witnesses, and others involved in the U.S. court system.
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Rural Health Day.

Whereas about 60,000,000 hard-working individuals in the United States live in rural communities; Whereas rural individuals in the United States are increasingly facing barriers to accessing the health care services they need; Whereas rural health facilities in the United States have faced systemic challenges, including low reimbursements, physician workforce shortages, and difficulty accessing certain technologies like telehealth; Whereas these challenges have contributed to 138 rural hospital closures since 2010; Whereas these challenges have made it more difficult for all rural health care facilities to keep their doors open and serve patients; Whereas National Rural Health Day was established to emphasize the importance of rural areas of the United States and recognize the efforts and contributions to address the unique challenges in rural health care; Whereas the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health has recognized National Rural Health Day the third Thursday of each November since 2010; and Whereas National Rural Health Day will be celebrated this year on November 18, 2021: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Rural Health Day; (2) celebrates rural health care providers and the millions of individuals in the United States they serve; and (3) expresses commitment to advancing policy to improve health care accessibility and affordability in rural areas of the United States.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for National Rural Health Day.