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Honoring Sisters Network Inc.® for its work to raise awareness about the tragic impact of breast cancer in the African-American community.

Whereas Sisters Network Inc.® was founded in October 1994 by Karen E. Jackson, a two-time breast cancer survivor, and Chief Executive Officer; Whereas Sisters Network Inc.® is a nationally recognized organization among leading medical establishments and breast cancer physicians; Whereas Sisters Network Inc.® is committed to increasing local and national attention to the devastating impact that breast cancer has in the African-American community Whereas Sisters Network Inc.® has 40 affiliate survivor-run chapters in 22 States; Whereas Sisters Network Inc.® affiliate chapters collaborate with organizations and community groups to coordinate the promotion of breast health awareness in the African-American community through the Gift for Life Block Walk Whereas Sisters Network Inc.® has designed Teens4Pink Whereas in 2006, Sisters Network Inc.® established the Breast Cancer Assistance Program (BCAP) to provide support to breast cancer survivors, currently in treatment and facing financial hardship; Whereas in April 2010, Sisters Network Inc.®, hosted the historic Stop the Silence 5KWalk/Run Whereas according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among African-American women in 2016; Whereas in 2016, approximately 30,700 new cases of breast cancer are expected to occur among African-American women; Whereas while the incidence rate of breast cancer is lower in African-American women than White women, the mortality rate was 39 percent higher in African-American women diagnosed with breast cancer in 2013; Whereas uninsured women have a 30 percent to 50 percent increased risk of dying from breast cancer than those with insurance; Whereas African-American women are twice as likely to have Triple Negative Breast Cancer, the most aggressive molecular breast cancer sub-type; Whereas African-American men ages 18 to 64 have a 76 percent higher risk of dying from breast cancer than White men of the same age; and Whereas Sisters Network Inc.® is dedicated to raising awareness about and reducing these troubling statistics: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives honors Sisters Network Inc.® for raising awareness about the tragic impact that breast cancer has in the African-American community.

Summary: Honors Sisters Network Inc. for raising awareness about the impact of breast cancer in the African-American community. (African Americans are more likely to die from breast cancer than members of other racial groups.)
Expressing support for designation of March 3, 2020, as National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day.

Whereas triple-negative breast cancer was recognized as a distinct type of cancer in 2006; Whereas triple-negative breast cancer disproportionately affects young women, Black and Hispanic women, and those with BRCA gene mutations; Whereas triple-negative breast cancers are estrogen receptor-negative, progesterone receptor-negative, and HER2-negative, making them distinct from other breast cancers; Whereas there is no targeted therapy for triple-negative breast cancers; Whereas 10 to 20 percent of all breast cancer diagnoses are designated as triple-negative; Whereas triple-negative breast cancer can be more aggressive and more likely to spread and recur; Whereas triple-negative breast cancer accounts for around 25 percent of all deaths from breast cancer in the United States; and Whereas March 3, 2020, would be an appropriate date to designate as National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives supports the designation of National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day to create awareness of the devastating effect of these cancers on American families and the need for strong action to eradicate triple-negative breast cancer.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day. (Triple-negative breast cancer is a distinct form of cancer that does not have the hormone and protein receptors commonly found in breast cancer.)
Expressing support for designation of October 2018 as "National Principals Month".

National Principals Month Whereas the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP), and the American Federation of School Administrators have declared the month of October 2018 as National Principals Month Whereas principals and assistant principals are expected to be educational visionaries, instructional leaders, assessment experts, disciplinarians, community builders, public relations experts, budget analysts, facility managers, special programs administrators, and guardians of various legal, contractual, and policy mandates and initiatives as well as being entrusted with young people, the most valuable resource; Whereas principals set the academic tone for their schools and work collaboratively with teachers and teacher leaders to develop and maintain high curriculum standards, develop mission statements, and set performance goals and objectives; Whereas the vision, dedication, and determination of a principal provides the mobilizing force behind any school reform effort; Whereas leadership is second only to classroom instruction among all school-related factors that contribute to what students learn at school, according to research conducted by the Wallace Foundation; Whereas the NAESP National Distinguished Principals program honors exemplary elementary and middle level public, private, and independent school leaders as well as leaders from the United States Department of Defense Schools and the United States Department of State Overseas Schools, for outstanding leadership for student learning and the profession; Whereas the NASSP National Principal of the Year program began in 1993 as a means to recognize outstanding middle level and high school principals who have succeeded in providing high-quality learning opportunities for students as well as their exemplary contributions to the profession; Whereas the American Federation of School Administrators (AFSA) promotes the professional and occupational interests of public school principals, administrators, and supervisors across the Nation; Whereas the celebration of National Principals Month would honor elementary, middle level, and high school principals and recognize the importance of school leadership in ensuring that every child has access to a high-quality education; and Whereas the month of October 2018 would be an appropriate month to designate as National Principals Month That the House of Representatives— (1) honors and recognizes the contribution of school principals and assistant principals to the success of students in the Nation’s elementary, middle, and high schools; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Principals Month

Summary: Recognizes school principals' and assistant principals' contributions to the success of elementary and secondary students, and encourages the observation of National Principals Month in a manner that promotes awareness of the importance of school leadership in ensuring that every child has access to a high-quality education.
Prohibiting the placement of "Members Only" signs in the House of Representatives wing of the United States Capitol or in office buildings of the House of Representatives.

Members Only 1. Prohibiting Members Only The Speaker of the House of Representatives, in consultation with the Architect of the Capitol and the House Office Building Commission— (1) shall ensure that no sign stating Members Only (2) not later than one day after the date of the adoption of this resolution, shall remove any sign stating Members Only

Summary: Requires the Speaker of the House of Representatives to remove any sign stating "Members Only" from, and to ensure that no such sign is placed anywhere in, the House wing of the U.S. Capitol or any House office building.
Relating to the application of Article II, section 3, clause 5, of the Constitution of the United States.

That the Secretary of Homeland Security has failed to meet the requirement of Article II, section 3, clause 5, of the Constitution of the United States to take care that a law be faithfully executed, with respect to the policy of the Department of Homeland Security to exercise prosecutorial discretion to with respect to individuals who came to the United States as children, as announced by the Department of Homeland Security on June 15, 2012; and that the House of Representatives shall bring a civil action in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia for declaratory or injunctive relief to challenge the policy of the Department of Homeland Security.

Summary: Declares that the Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) has failed to meet the specified requirement of the U.S. Constitution to take care that a law be faithfully executed, with respect to the departmental policy to exercise prosecutorial discretion with respect to individuals who came to the United States as children, as announced by DHS on June 15, 2012. Requires the House of Representatives to bring a civil action in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia for declaratory or injunctive relief to challenge the DHS policy.
Recognizing the rise of cardiovascular disease as the world's leading cause of preventable death and disability and as the global public health crisis of our generation and recognizing February 2018 as "American Heart Month".

American Heart Month Whereas the World Health Organization estimates that each year 17.5 million people die from cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) globally; Whereas, of these deaths, 80 percent are due to heart attacks and strokes and about three quarters occur in low- and middle-income countries; Whereas CVDs result in tremendous health care costs and lost productivity and, if not addressed, the United States alone will spend over 1 trillion dollars by 2035 on costs relating to CVD; Whereas the heavy burden of death and disability from CVDs can be decreased through changes in behavior linked to major risk factors, including reduced tobacco use and salt consumption and improvements in access to medical treatment and services; Whereas essential quality-assured medicines and technologies are critical components to address the global burden of CVDs; and Whereas United States leadership and support has strengthened surveillance, enhanced workforce capacity, and provided valuable technical exchanges in the area of CVD: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports recognition of the American Heart Month to bring awareness to the cardiovascular disease (CVD) public health crisis in the United States and abroad; (2) affirms that the key to overcoming CVDs is prevention and early detection and treatment to reduce long-term disability and mortality; (3) urges the deployment of United States technical expertise on CVDs in support of developing capacities and strengthening of the health care systems of other countries; (4) values the quality of life for CVD patients around the world and their reintegration to society; and (5) calls on the Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, to— (A) comprehensively examine the impact of CVDs on health and development in United States priority assistance countries; and (B) develop a coordinated strategy that improves the effectiveness and impact of United States-financed global health programming by integrating CVD into existing programs.

Summary: Expresses support for the recognition of American Heart Month to bring awareness to the cardiovascular disease public health crisis in the United States and abroad.
Expressing support for the designation of September 22, 2021, as "National Hispanic Nurses Day".

National Hispanic Nurses Day Whereas a special group of nurses in the Nation are the Hispanic nurses; Whereas Hispanic nurses provide culturally and ethnically competent care and are educated to be sensitive to regional and community customs of persons needing care; Whereas Hispanic nurses are well-positioned to provide leadership to eliminate health care disparities that exist in the Nation; Whereas, since 1975, the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) has represented Hispanic nurses (RNs/LPNs) in the United States and is the only nursing organization for Hispanic nurses whose mission is to advance the health in Hispanic communities and to lead, promote, and advocate for educational, professional, and leadership opportunities for Hispanic nurses; Whereas, since September is the month that has been set aside to honor the contributions of Hispanics, it is only fitting that Hispanic nurses be recognized and honored during this time for their outstanding contributions to their community and country; Whereas the designation of an observation day will help to raise awareness of the accomplishments of Hispanic nurses and pave the way for the important work that they must continue to carry out; Whereas, each February, NAHN convenes nearly 100 nursing leaders from academia, research, education, and practice in Washington, DC, for a Day on Capitol Hill promoting legislation that improves the health of Hispanic communities; Whereas Hispanic nurses are strong allies to Congress as they help inform, educate, and work closely with legislators to improve the education, retention, recruitment, and practice of all nurses and, more importantly, the health and safety of the patients they care for; and Whereas Hispanic nurses add needed diversity to the profession, and these nurses have engaged in numerous ways to support community and needs of an overlooked, under resourced, and underserved population being severely impacted by COVID–19: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals, and the designation, of National Hispanic Nurses Day, as proposed by the National Association of Hispanic Nurses; (2) recognizes the significant contributions of Hispanic nurses to the health care system of the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Hispanic Nurses Day with appropriate recognition, ceremonies, activities, and programs to demonstrate the importance of Hispanic nurses to the everyday lives of patients and communities they serve.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of National Hispanic Nurses day and recognizes the contribution of these nurses to the U.S. health care system.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Internal Revenue Service should provide printed copies of Internal Revenue Service Publication 17 to taxpayers in the United States free of charge.

Whereas each year, Internal Revenue Service Publication 17, entitled Your Federal Income Tax Whereas in each year prior to 2015, free printed versions of Internal Revenue Service Publication 17 were made widely available to taxpayers at libraries, post offices, and taxpayer service offices, and even by mail at the request of a taxpayer; Whereas the Internal Revenue Service no longer disseminates a free printed version of Internal Revenue Service Publication 17 as it transitions to a fully electronic tax filing system, including an electronic system for providing instructions on filing tax returns; Whereas the Internal Revenue Service directs taxpayers to the Internet to download an electronic version of Internal Revenue Service Publication 17, even though the limited availability of a printed version of this publication burdens individuals who do not have access to a computer or printer and individuals who struggle to navigate a computer; Whereas the dissemination of printed copies of Internal Revenue Service Publication 17 is a basic taxpayer service that the Internal Revenue Service is ignoring; Whereas the Internal Revenue Service should prioritize its resources on areas that are critical to the ability of taxpayers to file their tax returns in a timely and proper manner; Whereas the decision of the Internal Revenue Service to stop disseminating printed copies of Internal Revenue Service Publication 17 adversely impacts populations that do not have access to, or understand how to use, a computer, and the decision unnecessarily burdens and restricts the ability of taxpayers to comply with the convoluted and complicated provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986; and Whereas Internal Revenue Service Publication 17 is clear evidence of the need for comprehensive tax reform that simplifies the Internal Revenue Code so that individuals can complete their tax returns and pay their taxes without needing the nearly 300 pages of instructions that currently make up Publication 17: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives urges the Internal Revenue Service to— (1) resume printing copies of Internal Revenue Service Publication 17; and (2) provide free copies of such publication to the taxpayers of the United States. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) should provide U.S. taxpayers with free printed copies of IRS Publication 17, which is entitled "Your Federal Income Tax" and provides individuals with general instructions for filing tax returns.
Supporting the designation of March 2018 as Endometriosis Awareness Month.

Whereas endometriosis is a disease in which the type of tissue that normally grows in the uterus (the endometrium) also grows outside of the uterus; Whereas endometriosis is one of the most common gynecological diseases in women, and occurs in 1 in 10 women of reproductive age; Whereas endometriosis has no known cure; Whereas the cause of endometriosis is not known, but risk factors include having a mother, sister, or daughter with endometriosis, periods that started at an early age, monthly cycles that are short, and menstrual cycles that are heavy and last more than seven days; Whereas the only way currently available to be certain of an endometriosis diagnosis is to have a surgical procedure known as a laparoscopy; Whereas endometriosis primarily affects women in their 30s and 40s, but can affect any woman who menstruates; Whereas women experience a delay from three to eleven years between the first symptoms of pain and the final endometriosis diagnosis, which can lead to lower quality of life and high medical costs; Whereas for many girls and women, endometriosis is a lifelong chronic disease that can affect relationships, school and work, fertility, and daily life; Whereas the primary symptoms of endometriosis include pain and infertility, and many with endometriosis live with debilitating, chronic pain; Whereas endometriosis is one of the three main causes of female infertility, and between 30 and 50 percent of women with endometriosis experience infertility; Whereas health care providers must focus on managing the symptoms of endometriosis, which may include IVF, low-dose oral contraceptives, IUDs, pain killers (NSAIDs), and GnRH therapy; and Whereas there is a need for further research and increased research funding for endometriosis, which could lead to earlier detection and the discovery of the cause of the disease, a reliable, less invasive way to diagnose the disease, more effective ways to manage symptoms, and a cure: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) strongly supports the goals and ideas of Endometriosis Awareness Month; (2) recognizes the need for early detection and treatment of endometriosis, increased education for health care providers, and more culturally competent care; (3) remains committed to supporting and funding endometriosis research for more effective treatments, increasing fertility, and, ultimately, a cure; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate awareness and educational activities.

Summary: Expresses support for the goals and ideas of Endometriosis Awareness Month. (Endometriosis is a painful condition in which the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus grows outside the uterus.) Recognizes the need for early detection and treatment of endometriosis, increased education for health care providers, and more culturally competent care.
Expressing support for the designation of October 17, 2019, as "National Vitiligo Awareness Day".

National Vitiligo Awareness Day Whereas vitiligo is a long-term, chronic disorder that results in the loss of pigment in patches on the skin, hair, eyes, and inside of the mouth; Whereas the condition can result in discomfort, itching, and pain, but there is still no known cure; Whereas the American Academy of Dermatology refers to vitiligo as a life-altering disorder that can cause low self-esteem, anger, and depression; Whereas according to the American Academy of Dermatology, about half of the individuals diagnosed with vitiligo are diagnosed before the age of 21; Whereas a study by Pediatric Dermatology found that about half of all children and adolescents diagnosed with vitiligo experienced a decreased quality of life, and some individuals even experienced problems with schoolwork, increased bullying and teasing, trouble with developing friendships, and self-confidence issues; Whereas a Yale study found that bullied children are two to nine times more likely to consider suicide, and the CDC reports suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people; and Whereas Judith Porter, Ph.D., and Ann Beuf, Ph.D., found that social support for children and adolescents with vitiligo provided by families, peers, charities, support groups, and teachers can greatly improve their quality of life and decrease stress related to bullying: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Vitiligo Awareness Day (2) recognizes the importance of providing support for individuals diagnosed with vitiligo to improve their quality of life.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Vitiligo Awareness Day and recognizes the importance of providing support for individuals diagnosed with vitiligo. (Vitiligo is a condition in which skin color is lost in patches.)
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1304) to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, the Public Health Service Act, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from the definition of health insurance coverage certain medical stop-loss insurance obtained by certain plan sponsors of group health plans.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 1304) to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, the Public Health Service Act, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from the definition of health insurance coverage certain medical stop-loss insurance obtained by certain plan sponsors of group health plans. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Education and the Workforce now printed in the bill 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 Education and the Workforce; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. April 3, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1304) to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, the Public Health Service Act, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from the definition of health insurance coverage certain medical stop-loss insurance obtained by certain plan sponsors of group health plans.