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Supporting the goals and ideals of National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day.

Whereas the National Resource Center of LGBT Aging reports that there are 3,000,000 LGBT American adults over 50 years of age, and that number is expected to grow to around 7,000,000 by 2030; Whereas LGBT older adults face unique challenges as they age and are 2 times more likely to be single and live alone, and 4 times less likely to have children; Whereas the Movement Advancement Project and Sage report that LGBT older adults are more likely to face poverty and homelessness, and to have poor physical and mental health; Whereas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, homophobia, transphobia, and biphobia contribute to disparities in physical and mental health indicators such as depression, substance use, cancer, and experiences of abuse and violence; Whereas HIV disproportionately impacts the LGBT community, and LGBT older people are no exception; Whereas 30 years ago the idea that someone with HIV would live decades was unimaginable, and now people with HIV are living well into their golden years, with 17 percent of all new HIV diagnoses in the United States in 2018 being in people aged 50 and older; Whereas, despite all of these challenges, LGBT older people are living vibrant, full lives throughout every part of the country and around the world; Whereas LGBT older people were the pioneers who stood up and pushed back at the Stonewall uprising, and the caregivers who stood by friends and loved ones through the height of the AIDS epidemic; Whereas LGBT older people are models of resilience, celebrating their identities while persevering through adversity and helping to bring about incredible change for all LGBT people over just a few short decades; and Whereas May 16, 2021, would be an appropriate day for the celebration of National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day; (2) encourages the Federal Government, States, localities, nonprofit organizations, schools, and community organizations to observe the day with appropriate programs and activities, with the goal of increasing public knowledge of the health disparities and unique challenges of LGBT elders; (3) encourages health care providers to offer culturally and clinically competent care to LGBT elders; and (4) encourages the Federal Government, States, international funding organizations, and United States bilateral and multilateral aid efforts to prioritize the health and human rights of LGBT elders.

Summary: This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day to increase awareness of health disparities and other challenges facing lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) elders.
Expressing support for the designation of the week of March 24, 2024, through March 30, 2024, as "National Cleaning Week".

National Cleaning Week Whereas cleaning and disinfection are an investment in protecting human health and safety; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stresses the importance of routine cleaning and disinfecting to protect public health; Whereas ISSA, the Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association, found that routine cleaning and disinfection reduce the number of surfaces contaminated by viruses by 62 percent and thereby significantly reduce the rate of transmission of infectious diseases; Whereas manufacturers and distributors produce and deliver critical cleaning and hygiene products; and Whereas essential frontline cleaning professionals work tirelessly to keep our schools, hospitals, workplaces, and other spaces healthy and safe for us all: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the commitment and essential services provided by the cleaning industry in maintaining clean and sanitary conditions; and (2) supports the designation of National Cleaning Week

Summary: This resolution recognizes the essential services provided by the cleaning industry in maintaining sanitary conditions and supports the designation of National Cleaning Week to promote safe and clean environments at work, in schools, and at home.
Expressing support for designation of June 2016 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month".

National Gun Violence Awareness Month Whereas annually on average 32,514 people die from gun violence; Whereas annually on average over 108,000 people including 17,000 children in the United States are shot in murders, assaults, suicides and suicide attempts, unintentional shootings, or by police intervention; Whereas annually on average 2,677 children die from gun violence; Whereas on average 31 people in the United States are murdered with guns every day and 151 are treated for a gun assault in an emergency room; Whereas 1 in 3 people in the United States know someone who has been shot; Whereas every day on average 55 people kill themselves with a firearm, and 46 people are shot or killed in an accident with a gun; Whereas the United States firearm homicide rate is 20 times higher than the combined rates of 22 countries that are our peers in wealth and population; Whereas a gun in the home is 22 times more likely to be used to kill or injure in a domestic homicide, suicide, or unintentional shooting than to be used in self-defense; and Whereas June 2016 would be an appropriate month to designate as National Gun Violence Awareness Month That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Month (2) calls on the people of the United States to— (A) promote greater awareness about gun violence and gun safety; (B) concentrate annual heightened attention to gun violence during the summer months, when gun violence typically increases; and (C) bring citizens and community leaders together to discuss ways to make the communities safer.

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of June 2016 as National Gun Violence Awareness Month. Calls on the people of the United States to: promote greater awareness about gun violence and gun safety; concentrate annual heightened attention to gun violence during the summer months, when gun violence typically increases; and bring citizens and community leaders together to discuss ways to make the communities safer.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 161) to provide for the timely consideration of all licenses, permits, and approvals required under Federal law with respect to the siting, construction, expansion, or operation of any natural gas pipeline projects, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 36) to amend title 18, United States Code, to protect pain-capable unborn children, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 161) to provide for the timely consideration of all licenses, permits, and approvals required under Federal law with respect to the siting, construction, expansion, or operation of any natural gas pipeline projects. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any 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 Energy and Commerce; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 36) to amend title 18, United States Code, to protect pain-capable unborn children, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any 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 the Judiciary or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 161) to provide for the timely consideration of all licenses, permits, and approvals required under Federal law with respect to the siting, construction, expansion, or operation of any natural gas pipeline projects, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 36) to amend title 18, United States Code, to protect pain-capable unborn children.
Recognizing the growth and importance of minority women-owned businesses.

Whereas the number of women-owned small businesses increased by 3.5 million from 2007 to 2016; Whereas, for every 10 women-owned businesses launched since 2007, 8 were started by women of color; Whereas women now own 38 percent of all businesses in the United States; Whereas there are currently 5 million minority women-owned small businesses; Whereas minority women are the fastest growing group of entrepreneurs in the United States; Whereas the number of African-American women-owned firms more than doubled in number, increasing by 112 percent from 2007 to 2016; Whereas Latina-owned firms employ 550,400 workers; Whereas there are currently 922,700 Asian-American women-owned small businesses; Whereas Native American and Alaska Native women-owned small businesses generated $10.5 billion in revenues as of 2016; and Whereas the number of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander women-owned small businesses more than doubled between 2007 and 2016: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives recognizes— (1) the growth and importance of minority women-owned businesses; (2) that minority women often work in low-paying jobs in the traditional workforce, which means the gender salary gap, child care expenses, and a lack of paid family leave impact women of color more severely than other populations, and expanding access to opportunities for entrepreneurship can help women of color get ahead economically, serve their communities, and care for their families; (3) that minority women entrepreneurs are paving the way for women-owned businesses; (4) that minority women entrepreneurs are an important segment to the United States domestic economy as well as the world’s global economy; and (5) that, in order to sustain the United States economy, we must fully support and encourage the growth of minority women-owned businesses.

Summary: Recognizes: the growth and importance of minority women-owned businesses; that minority women often work in low-paying jobs in the traditional workforce; that minority women entrepreneurs are paving the way for women-owned businesses and are an important segment to the U.S. domestic and world's global economy; and that, in order to sustain the U.S. economy, we must fully support and encourage the growth of minority women-owned businesses.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2811) to provide for a responsible increase to the debt ceiling, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 39) disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Commerce relating to "Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414".

Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414 That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 2811) to provide for a responsible increase to the debt ceiling, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) two hours of debate equally divided among and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Budget or their respective designees and the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 39) disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Commerce relating to “Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414”. All points of order against consideration of the joint resolution are waived. The joint resolution shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the joint resolution are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the joint resolution and on any amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. April 26, 2023 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed

Summary: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2811) to provide for a responsible increase to the debt ceiling, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 39) disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Commerce relating to "Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414".
Encouraging the Navy to commission the USS Somerset (LPD-25) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Whereas the USS Somerset (LPD–25) is the ninth and newest amphibious transport dock ship in the San Antonio class; Whereas the USS Somerset honors the passengers of United Airlines Flight 93 whose actions prevented terrorist hijackers from reaching their intended target, forcing the aircraft to crash in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, on September 11, 2001; Whereas, in the words of former Secretary of the Navy Gordon England, The courage and heroism of the people aboard the flight will never be forgotten and USS Somerset will leave a legacy that will never be forgotten by those wishing to do harm to this country. Whereas the USS Somerset joins the USS New York (LPD–21) and the USS Arlington (LPD–24) in remembering the heroes of September 11, 2001; Whereas the USS Somerset was christened in July 2012 and will be commissioned when it is put in active service; Whereas the Navy has cleared Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as a potential site for the commissioning ceremony of the USS Somerset; and Whereas Philadelphia is one of the closest ports to Somerset County, and it would be fitting that the commissioning ceremony be held there: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives encourages the Navy to commission the USS Somerset (LPD–25) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Summary: Encourages the Navy to commission the USS Somerset (LPD-25) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Fixing the daily hour of meeting of the First Session of the One Hundred Thirteenth Congress.

That unless otherwise ordered, the hour of daily meeting of the House shall be 2 p.m. on Mondays; noon on Tuesdays (or 2 p.m. if no legislative business was conducted on the preceding Monday); noon on Wednesdays and Thursdays; and 9 a.m. on all other days of the week. Karen L. Haas, Clerk.

Summary: Fixes the daily hour of meeting for the House of Representatives for the first session of the 113th Congress.
Expressing support for the designation of the week of April 5 through April 9, 2021, as National Assistant Principals Week.

Whereas the National Association of Secondary School Principals (referred to in this preamble as NASSP National Assistant Principals Week Whereas an assistant principal, as a member of the school administration, interacts with many sectors of the school community, including support staff, instructional staff, students, and parents; Whereas assistant principals are responsible for establishing a positive learning environment and building strong relationships between school and community; Whereas assistant principals play a pivotal role in the instructional leadership of their schools by supervising student instruction, mentoring teachers, recognizing the achievements of staff, encouraging collaboration among staff, ensuring the implementation of best practices, monitoring student achievement and progress, facilitating and modeling data-driven decision making to inform instruction, and guiding the direction of targeted intervention and school improvement; Whereas the day-to-day logistical operations of schools require assistant principals to monitor and address facility needs, attendance, transportation issues, and scheduling challenges, as well as to supervise extra- and co-curricular events; Whereas assistant principals are entrusted with maintaining an inviting, safe, and orderly school environment that supports the growth and achievement of each and every student by nurturing positive peer relationships, recognizing student achievement, mediating conflicts, analyzing behavior patterns, providing interventions, and, when necessary, taking disciplinary actions; Whereas, since its establishment in 2004, the NASSP National Assistant Principal of the Year Program has recognized outstanding middle and high school assistant principals who demonstrate success in leadership, curriculum, and personalization; and Whereas the week of April 5 through April 9, 2021, is an appropriate week to designate as National Assistant Principals Week: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Assistant Principals Week; (2) honors the contributions of assistant principals to the success of students in the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Assistant Principals Week with appropriate ceremonies and activities that promote awareness of the role played by assistant principals in school leadership and ensuring that every child has access to a high-quality education.

Summary: This resolution supports the designation of National Assistant Principals Week.
Celebrating the success of the Marshall Plan in fostering peace and prosperity in the seven decades since its conception and affirming the continued relevance of the Marshall Plan for the United States and its global allies and the values for which it stood.

Whereas 2017 marks the 70th year since the European Recovery Program, or what came to known as the Marshall Plan Whereas the Marshall Plan has been hailed by leaders of World War II allied and enemy countries alike as the most magnanimous act by Americans in history; Whereas the Marshall Plan made possible new measures of transatlantic cooperation through the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and other institutions; Whereas these institutional developments have profoundly enhanced the security, freedom, and prosperity of the United States and the Atlantic Community generally; Whereas new challenges continue to arise which call for recommitment to and reinvigoration of these institutions and for their continued viability; Whereas creative thought and rededication to the ideals and principles undergirding the Marshall Plan are now necessary in order to assure the preservation and perfection of these institutions; and Whereas the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the Marshall Plan provides a fitting opportunity for rededication of commitments to these institutions: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) acknowledges that the spirit of magnanimity and innovation with which the Marshall Plan was enacted are as essential to United States foreign policy now as they were in 1947; (2) believes the success of the Marshall Plan in fostering peace and prosperity in the past 70 years should serve as a beacon for the people of the United States and the world as we address the challenges of the present; and (3) calls upon all Americans to rededicate themselves to the ideals that inspired the Marshall Plan: international cooperation, democracy, free enterprise, and universal respect for all.

Summary: Acknowledges that the spirit of magnanimity and innovation with which the Marshall Plan was enacted are as essential to U.S. foreign policy now as they were in 1947. Calls upon all Americans to rededicate themselves to the ideals that inspired the Marshall Plan: international cooperation, democracy, free enterprise, and respect for all.
Expressing support for the designation of June as Portuguese National Heritage Month.

Whereas Portugal was the first neutral nation to establish diplomatic ties with the United States; Whereas Portuguese Americans harbor a deep commitment to family and community, an enduring work ethic, and a perseverance to succeed and contribute to society; Whereas Portuguese Americans have contributed to the advancement of early American society from manning whaling ships in New England to the introduction of grape cultivation in Georgia; Whereas Portuguese Americans have been leaders in elected governmental positions; Whereas Portuguese-American political influence began early in Hawaii, and in 1894, 3 of the 18 elected delegates to the Constitutional Convention were Portuguese; Whereas, in 1979, Peter Tony Whereas Portuguese Americans have served in the highest positions of the National Government, the most notable of whom is nuclear physicist and former Secretary of Energy, Ernest Moniz; Whereas Portuguese Americans are leaders in the agricultural industry in California and throughout the Nation, most notably in the dairy industry; Whereas Portuguese Americans have served in the highest levels of the educational community, the most notable being Francis Mile Rogers, who was a professor of Portuguese at Harvard University, where he chaired the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures and served as the dean of the School of Arts and Sciences; Whereas Portuguese Americans have served with distinction and proudly in the United States military; Whereas Portuguese Americans have made lasting contributions to American culture in various ways, such as introducing the ukulele to American music and John Philip Sousa, the March King Stars and Stripes Forever Whereas Portuguese Americans, and particularly emigrants from the Azores Archipelago, have built bridges of cooperation and innovation that have strengthened transatlantic relations through local and international Portuguese-American associations such as the Luso-American Development Foundation and the Portuguese American Leadership Council: and Whereas Dia de Portugal is annually celebrated on June 10: Now, therefore, be That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the designation of Portuguese National Heritage Month; (2) esteems the integral role of the Portuguese-American community and the manifold heritage of Portugal in the economy, culture, and identity of the United States; and (3) urges the people of the United States to observe a Portuguese National Heritage Month with appropriate programs and activities that celebrate the contributions of the Portuguese community to the United States.

Summary: This resolution expresses support for the designation of Portuguese National Heritage Month. The bill also esteems the integral role of the Portuguese-American community and the manifold heritage of Portugal in the economy, culture, and identity of the United States.