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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that corporations should commit to utilizing the benefits of gender diversity in boards of directors and other senior management positions.

Whereas Catalyst, a non-profit and non-partisan organization, found in their 2020 report entitled Women on Corporate Boards Women CEOs of the S&P 500 Whereas a McKinsey report entitled Women in the Workplace Whereas the Sadie Collective’s paper titled Why are Black Women Missing from Corporate Leadership? Whereas such study found that measures to remove barriers to the pipeline of corporate leadership for Black women in male-dominated fields include access to information, earlier education, and exposure to female mentors; Whereas The American Economic Association’s study entitled “AEA Profession Climate Survey: Final Report” published in September 2019 found that women, especially Black women, had to take the most measures to avoid possible harassment, discrimination and unfair treatment, hindering efforts to climb the corporate ladder; Whereas an Egon Zehnder study entitled Global Board Diversity Tracker: Who’s Really on Board? Whereas such study showed that women directors contribute to important corporate-level outcomes because they play roles as leaders and mentors, as well as indirect roles as symbols of opportunity for other women, and inspire those women to achieve and stay with their corporations; Whereas such study found that more recognition of the valuable contribution of women directors to corporation value is needed; Whereas such study showed that corporations need a critical mass of at least 3 women serving on boards of directors with average membership of 11 individuals to access the benefits of diversity for overall organizational performance and prevent the negative impacts of tokenism on leadership teams; Whereas a Harvard Business study entitled An Institutional Approach to Gender Diversity and Firm Performance Whereas Credit Suisse’s global research study entitled CS Gender 3000 Whereas such study found that corporations with women serving as directors tend to be somewhat risk-averse and carry less debt, on average, compared to corporations with no women directors, and that net income growth for such corporations was also higher; and Whereas a Stanford University study entitled Do Investors Value Gender Diversity in Firms? That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the citizens of the United States have a significant stake in promoting robust, sustainable economic growth; (2) such growth will be strengthened and accelerated by the ever-fuller inclusion of women in the United States workforce, at all levels of corporate management; and (3) corporations in the United States should undertake a commitment to ever-fuller utilization of the talents, skills, and work ethic of women on boards of directors and in other senior management positions.

Summary: This resolution supports the inclusion of women at all levels of corporate management.
Expressing support for the designation of the week of October 15 through 21, 2023, as "National Chemistry Week".

National Chemistry Week Whereas chemistry is the science of the basic units of matter and, consequently, plays a role in every aspect of human life; Whereas chemistry has broad applications, including in food science, soil science, maintaining water quality, energy production, sustainability, medicine, and electronics; Whereas the science of chemistry is vital to improving the quality of human life and plays an important role in addressing critical global challenges; Whereas innovations in chemistry continue to spur economic growth, create jobs, and have applications for a wide range of industries; Whereas the practitioners of chemistry are catalysts of positive change in their communities and the world; Whereas National Chemistry Week is part of a broader vision to improve human life through chemistry and to advance the chemistry enterprise; Whereas the purpose of National Chemistry Week is to reach the public with educational messages about chemistry in order to foster greater understanding of and appreciation for the applications and benefits of chemistry; Whereas National Chemistry Week strives to stimulate the interest of young people, including women and underrepresented groups, in enthusiastically studying science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and in pursuing science-related careers that lead to innovations and major scientific breakthroughs; Whereas National Chemistry Week signifies the collaborative nature of science and promotes partnership between scientific societies, academia, industry, and the public; Whereas National Chemistry Week highlights many of the everyday uses of chemistry, including in food, dyes, pigments, plastics, soaps, detergents, health products, and energy technologies; Whereas the theme of the 34th annual National Chemistry Week is The Healing Power of Chemistry Whereas students who participate in National Chemistry Week deserve recognition and support for their efforts: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the designation of National Chemistry Week (2) supports the goals and welcomes the participants of the 34th annual National Chemistry Week; (3) recognizes the need to promote the fields of science, including chemistry, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and to encourage youth, including from underrepresented groups, to pursue careers in these fields; and (4) commends the American Chemical Society and the partners of that society for seeking opportunities to engage with the public and for organizing and convening events and activities surrounding National Chemistry Week each year.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Chemistry Week. The resolution also recognizes the need to promote the fields of science, including chemistry, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and to encourage youth, including from underrepresented groups, to pursue careers in these fields.
Commending the Department of Justice for its investigation into the interference by the Russian Federation in the 2016 United States Presidential election, and maintaining that the Russian Federation must be held accountable for its actions.

Whereas, on July 13, 2018, an investigation of the Department of Justice resulted in the indictment of 12 officials of the Government of the Russian Federation for interfering with the 2016 United States Presidential election; Whereas, on July 13, 2018, when speaking about the digital infrastructure of the United States being under attack from foreign actors, Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats stated, In regards to state actions, Russia has been the most aggressive foreign actor. No question. And they continue their efforts to undermine our democracy. Whereas, on July 16, 2018, in a joint press conference in Helsinki, Finland, the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, denied that the Russian Federation interfered in the 2016 United States Presidential election: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) commends the Department of Justice for its thorough investigation into the interference in the 2016 United States Presidential election, which resulted in the indictment of 12 intelligence officers of the Government of the Russian Federation; (2) agrees with the assessment of the United States intelligence community that the Russian Federation interfered with the 2016 United States Presidential election, and rejects the Russian Federation’s denial of such involvement; (3) reaffirms its position that the Russian Federation must be held accountable for interfering in the 2016 United States Presidential election; (4) calls upon relevant committees of the House of Representatives to exercise congressional oversight, including prompt hearings and the release of relevant notes and information, to better understand the impact of the recent summit in Helsinki, Finland, on the foreign policy and national security of the United States; and (5) calls for the immediate and full implementation of mandatory sanctions provided for in the Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act ( Public Law 115–44

Summary: Commends the Department of Justice for its investigation into the interference in the 2016 presidential election. Expresses agreement with the U.S. intelligence community's assessment that Russia interfered with the election. Calls for the implementation of mandatory sanctions to deter and punish Russia's election interference.
Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of Agriculture to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to Resolution Copper mine.

That the President is requested, and the Secretary of Agriculture is directed, to transmit, respectively, to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of all documents, memoranda, advisory legal opinions, notes from meetings, audio recordings, records (including telephone records and electronic mail records), correspondence, and other communications, or any portion of any such communications, to the extent that any such one or more items are within the possession of the President or the Secretary of Agriculture, respectively, and refer to Resolution Copper mine. November 29, 2022 Reported adversely with an amendment, referred to the House Calendar, and ordered to be printed

Summary: This resolution requests the President, and directs the Department of Agriculture, to transmit to the House of Representatives certain documents, records, or communications within their possession relating to Resolution Copper mine. The Resolution Copper project is a proposed underground copper mine near the town of Superior, Arizona.
Recognizing the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, commending a month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and extending best wishes to Muslims in the United States and across the globe for a joyous and meaningful observance of Eid al-Fitr.

Whereas Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for Muslims worldwide; Whereas this month of sacrifice and contemplation began at the end of March 2023, based on the visual sightings of the crescent moon; Whereas Muslims in the United States and around the world observe Ramadan by fasting, emphasizing self-discipline, worship, charity, and reading the Holy Quran to improve patience, humility, and spirituality; Whereas Ramadan continued until the celebration of Eid al-Fitr; Whereas Eid al-Fitr begins each year with the sighting of the new moon, signifying a month-long end to fasting and reflection for all Muslim followers; Whereas it is estimated that there are approximately 1,800,000,000 Muslims worldwide; Whereas over 4,500 Muslims serve on active duty and over 2,300 Muslims serve as selected reserve personnel in the United States Armed Forces; Whereas there are over 200 elected officials who identify as Muslim; Whereas it is estimated that there are 1,200,000 Muslim voters in the United States; Whereas the Muslim population has been growing in the United States and today’s American Muslim population is a tapestry of ethnic, racial, linguistic, social, and economic groups; Whereas American Muslims have contributed to every part of society to make advancements in medicine, science, engineering, economics, sports, education, and the law; and Whereas the observance of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan has concluded with Eid al-Fitr, a three-day celebration: Now, therefore, be it That— (1) to demonstrate solidarity with and support for members of the community of Islam in the United States and throughout the world, the House of Representatives recognizes the importance of the Islamic faith; and (2) in observance of and out of respect for Ramadan tradition, the Muslim holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, the House of Representatives offers its best wishes to all Muslims celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the conclusion of Ramadan, while also expressing its deepest respect to Muslims in the United States and worldwide on this important occasion.

Summary: This resolution recognizes the importance of the Islamic faith and expresses deep respect for Muslims in the United States and worldwide in honor of Eid al-Fitr (the conclusion of Ramadan).
Expressing support for the designation of September 2017 as "Campus Fire Safety Month".

Campus Fire Safety Month Whereas recent student-related housing fires in New York, Indiana, Wisconsin, and other schools across the country have tragically cut short the lives of some of the youth of our Nation; Whereas since January 2000, at least 172 people, including students, parents, and children have died in campus-related fires; Whereas approximately 86 percent of these deaths have occurred in off-campus occupancies; Whereas a majority of the students across the Nation live in off-campus occupancies; Whereas a number of fatal fires have occurred in buildings where the fire safety systems have been compromised or disabled by the occupants; Whereas it is recognized that automatic fire alarm systems and smoke alarms provide the necessary early warning to occupants and the fire department of a fire so that appropriate action can be taken; Whereas it is recognized that automatic fire sprinkler systems are a highly effective method of controlling or extinguishing a fire in its early stages, protecting the lives of the building’s occupants; Whereas many students are living in off-campus occupancies, Greek housing, and residence halls that are not adequately protected with automatic fire sprinkler systems and automatic fire alarm systems or adequate smoke alarms; Whereas it is recognized that fire safety education is an effective method of reducing the occurrence of fires and reducing the resulting loss of life and property damage; Whereas students are not routinely receiving effective fire safety education throughout their entire college career; Whereas it is vital to educate the future generation of our Nation about the importance of fire safety behavior so that these behaviors can help to ensure their safety during their college years and beyond; and Whereas by developing a generation of fire-safe adults, future loss of life from fires can be significantly reduced: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the establishment of Campus Fire Safety Month (2) encourages schools and municipalities across the country to provide educational programs to all students throughout the school year; and (3) encourages schools and municipalities to evaluate the level of fire safety being provided in both on- and off-campus student housing and take the necessary steps to ensure fire-safe living environments through fire safety education, installation of fire suppression and detection systems and smoke alarms, and the development and enforcement of applicable codes relating to fire safety.

Summary: Supports the establishment of Campus Fire Safety Month. Encourages schools and municipalities across the country to provide educational programs to all students throughout the school year. Encourages schools and municipalities to evaluate the level of fire safety being provided in both on- and off-campus student housing and take the necessary steps to ensure fire-safe living environments.
Celebrating the importance of the 15th Anniversary of the Arab Peace Initiative as a meaningful effort by Arab countries to the commitment of peace in the Middle East.

Whereas the Arab Peace Initiative was unanimously endorsed by the Arab League on March 28, 2002, as a proposal to end the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict; Whereas the Arab Peace Initiative endorsed normalized relations between regional Arab and Muslim-majority countries and the State of Israel; Whereas the Arab Peace Initiative established a regionally endorsed baseline for negotiations as a means of supporting gradual progress in regional cooperation among regional Arab and Muslim-majority countries, the United States, the State of Israel, and the Palestinian Authority; Whereas Prime Minister of Israel Binyamin Netanyahu on May 26, 2015, stated that there are positive aspects … general idea—to try to reach understanding with leading Arab countries—is a good idea Whereas a lasting two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is essential to achieving long-term peace and security in the Middle East: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the importance of the 15th Anniversary of the Arab Peace Initiative as a meaningful effort by regional Arab countries to support peace in the Middle East and to bring an end to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict; (2) commends regional Arab and Muslim-majority countries that have taken steps to facilitate the end of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict; (3) congratulates the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan on their presidency of the Arab League on March 9, 2017; (4) supports the efforts of regional Arab and Muslim-majority countries to strengthen regional security cooperation and stability through discussions with the State of Israel; and (5) urges the State of Israel, the Palestinian Authority, and regional Arab and Muslim-majority countries to engage in bilateral and multilateral negotiations to advance the Israeli-Palestinian peace process and support the normalization by Arab and Muslim-majority countries of relations with the State of Israel.

Summary: Recognizes the importance of the 15th anniversary of the Arab Peace Initiative as a meaningful effort by regional Arab countries to support peace in the Middle East and to bring an end to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Commends regional Arab and Muslim-majority countries that have taken steps to end the conflict. Congratulates Jordan on its presidency of the Arab League on March 9, 2017. Supports the efforts of regional Arab and Muslim-majority countries to strengthen regional security cooperation and stability through discussions with Israel. Urges Israel, the Palestinian Authority, and regional Arab and Muslim-majority countries to engage in negotiations to advance the peace process and support the normalization of relations.
Calling on Congress, schools, and State and local educational agencies to recognize the significant educational implications of dyslexia that must be addressed, and supporting the designation of October 2020 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month".

National Dyslexia Awareness Month Whereas dyslexia is— (1) defined as an unexpected difficulty in reading for an individual who has the intelligence to be a much better reader; and (2) most commonly caused by a difficulty in phonological processing (the appreciation of the individual sounds of spoken language), which affects the ability of an individual to speak, read, and spell; Whereas, the First Step Act of 2018 ( Public Law 115–391 Whereas the definition of dyslexia in section 3635 of title 18, United States Code, as added by section 101(a) of the First Step Act of 2018 ( Public Law 115–391 Whereas dyslexia is the most common learning disability and affects 80 to 90 percent of all individuals with a learning disability; Whereas dyslexia is persistent and highly prevalent, affecting as many as 1 out of every 5 individuals; Whereas dyslexia is a paradox, in that an individual with dyslexia may have both— (1) weaknesses in decoding that result in difficulties in accurate or fluent word recognition; and (2) strengths in higher-level cognitive functions, such as reasoning, critical thinking, concept formation, and problem solving; Whereas great progress has been made in understanding dyslexia on a scientific level, including the epidemiology and cognitive and neurobiological bases of dyslexia; Whereas the achievement gap between typical readers and dyslexic readers occurs as early as first grade; Whereas early screening for, and early diagnosis of, dyslexia are critical for ensuring that individuals with dyslexia receive focused, evidence-based intervention that leads to fluent reading, the promotion of self-awareness and self-empowerment, and the provision of necessary accommodations that ensure success in school and in life; and Whereas October 2020 is an appropriate month to designate as National Dyslexia Awareness Month That the House of Representatives— (1) calls on Congress, schools, and State and local educational agencies to recognize that dyslexia has significant educational implications that must be addressed; and (2) supports the designation of National Dyslexia Awareness Month

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of National Dyslexia Awareness Month and calls on Congress, schools, and educational agencies to recognize that dyslexia has significant educational implications that must be addressed.
Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning March 5, 2024, as "School Social Work Week".

School Social Work Week Whereas the importance of school social work is recognized in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 6301 et seq. 20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq. Whereas school social workers are especially skilled in providing services to students who face serious challenges to school success, including disability, poverty, discrimination, abuse, neglect, mental illness, homelessness, bullying, familial stressors, and other barriers to learning; Whereas school social workers are needed more now than at any time in recent memory, as more students are struggling with mental and behavioral health disorders, with nearly 1 in 6 children from 2 to 8 years old (17.4 percent) having a diagnosed mental, behavioral, or developmental disorder; Whereas individuals who wish to access community mental health services often find such services unavailable, inaccessible, or inadequate; Whereas school-based mental health programs are critical to early identification of and early intervention for mental health problems; Whereas school social workers, being licensed mental health professionals in schools in the United States, provide necessary assessment, interventions, counseling, family outreach, and community referrals; Whereas school mental health programs are critical to early identification of mental health problems and in the provision of appropriate mental health services when needed; Whereas school social workers maintain knowledge of school culture and school climate, which are necessary for responsible school safety planning; Whereas fewer than 1 in 5 children in need of mental health services actually receive these services, and research indicates that school mental health programs improve educational outcomes by decreasing absences, dropout rates, and discipline referrals, while improving academic achievement; Whereas school social workers serve as vital members of a school’s education team, playing a central role in creating partnerships between the home, school, and community to ensure student academic success; and Whereas the celebration of School Social Work Week That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of School Social Work Week (2) honors and recognizes the contributions of school social workers to the successes of students in elementary and secondary schools across the Nation; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe School Social Work Week

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of School Social Work Week.