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the State. Such plan shall provide for the creation
of—
‘‘(A) a vaccine provider education cam-
paign and the distribution of any other mate-
rials determined to be appropriate by State
health officials—
‘‘(i) to enable such providers to make
the best use of vaccination opportunities;
and
‘‘(ii) to educate such providers concern-
ing their obligation to report immunization
information with respect to their patients to
State registries;
‘‘(B) expanded capacity for the delivery of
immunizations through—
‘‘(i) increasing the number or type of
facilities through which vaccines may be
made available and the capacity of such fa-
cilities to immunize more children;
‘‘(ii) developing alternative methods of
delivering vaccines, such as mobile health
clinics;
‘‘(iii) increasing the number of hours
during which vaccines are made available
by providers within the State; or
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‘‘(iv) coordinating with federally quali-
fied health centers to reach and immunize
underserved children through education,
outreach, tracking, and the provision of
services;
except that, the Secretary may waive any spe-
cific requirement of this subparagraph if the Sec-
retary determines that State immunization de-
livery efforts are sufficient without the imposi-
tion of such requirement;
‘‘(C) population-based assessment criteria
through which the State is able to assess the ef-
fectiveness of immunization activities in the
State, which may be fulfilled through the imple-
mentation of a State immunization registry
under section 2146;
‘‘(D) a public awareness campaign, in con-
junction with the National Campaign established
under subsection (a)(1), to provide parents with
information about the importance of immuniza-
tion, the types and schedules for the administra-
tion of vaccines, and the locations of vaccines
providers;
‘‘(E) coordinated community outreach ac-
tivities among public or private health pro-
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grams, including local health departments and
health centers, and other public or private enti-
ties, to encourage and facilitate the ability of
parents to obtain immunization services for their
children; and
‘‘(F) other activities that are not inconsist-
ent with the purposes of this subtitle, subject to
the approval of the Secretary.
‘‘(3) IMMUNIZATION
IMPROVEMENT
PLAN
AP-
PROVAL.—
‘‘(A) GOALS.—As part of the immunization
improvement plan of a State, the State shall es-
tablish immunization rate goals for children re-
siding within the State.
‘‘(B) APPROVAL.—The immunization im-
provement plan developed by a State under this
subsection shall be submitted to the Secretary for
approval prior to the distribution of grant funds
to the States under this subsection. The Secretary
shall periodically review the progress that the
State has made under such plan in achieving the
goals established under subparagraph (A).
‘‘(C) 
DISTRIBUTION
OF
GRANTS.—In
awarding grants under this section, the Sec-
retary shall ensure that grant awards will be eq-
H. Res. 854 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
October 27, 2009. 
Whereas Weber State University (WSU) was founded in 
1889 as Weber State Academy; 
Whereas WSU celebrates its 120th anniversary this year; 
Whereas WSU is a public university that offers associate’s, 
bachelor’s, and master’s degrees, as well as professional, 
liberal arts, and technical certificates; 
Whereas WSU is located in Ogden, Utah, and has an addi-
tional campus in Layton, Utah; 
Whereas WSU serves more than 23,000 full-time and part- 
time students; 
Whereas the WSU Wildcats have 14 intercollegiate programs 
that participate in the National Collegiate Athletic Asso-
ciation Division I athletics; 
Whereas Weber State University promotes community in-
volvement and community-based learning experiences for 
its students; and 
Whereas Weber State University prides itself in its excellent 
teaching, commitment to meeting the needs of students, 
and ongoing service to the community: Now, therefore, be 
it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives—
•HRES 854 EH 
(1) congratulates Weber State University on the 
120th anniversary of its founding as an institution of 
higher education; and 
(2) recognizes the contributions of Weber State 
University to its students and community. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 854 
Recognizing Weber State University for the 120th anniversary of its founding 
as an institution of higher education. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 22, 2009 
Mr. BISHOP of Utah submitted the following resolution; which was referred 
to the Committee on Education and Labor 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing Weber State University for the 120th anniver-
sary of its founding as an institution of higher education. 
Whereas Weber State University (WSU) was founded in 
1889 as Weber State Academy; 
Whereas WSU celebrates its 120th anniversary this year; 
Whereas WSU is a public university that offers associate’s, 
bachelor’s, and master’s degrees, as well as professional, 
liberal arts, and technical certificates; 
Whereas WSU is located in Ogden, Utah, and has an addi-
tional campus in Layton, Utah; 
Whereas WSU serves more than 23,000 full-time and part- 
time students; 
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Whereas the WSU Wildcats have 14 intercollegiate programs 
that participate in the National Collegiate Athletic Asso-
ciation Division I athletics; 
Whereas Weber State University promotes community in-
volvement and community-based learning experiences for 
its students; and 
Whereas Weber State University prides itself in its excellent 
teaching, commitment to meeting the needs of students, 
and ongoing service to the community: Now, therefore, be 
it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) congratulates Weber State University on 
the 120th anniversary of its founding as an institu-
tion of higher education; and 
(2) recognizes the contributions of Weber State 
University to its students and community. 
Æ 
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H. Res. 855 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
April 21, 2010. 
Whereas the House of Representatives has always honored 
the sacrifices made by the wounded and ill members of 
the Armed Forces; 
Whereas the Silver Star Service Banner has come to rep-
resent the members of the Armed Forces and veterans 
who were wounded or became ill in combat in the wars 
fought by the United States; 
Whereas the Silver Star Families of America was formed to 
help the American people remember the sacrifices made 
by the wounded and ill members of the Armed Forces by 
designing and manufacturing Silver Star Service Banners 
and Flags for that purpose; 
Whereas the sole mission of the Silver Star Families of 
America is to evoke memories of the sacrifices of mem-
bers and veterans of the Armed Forces on behalf of the 
United States through the presence of a Silver Star Serv-
ice Banner in a window or a Silver Star Flag flying; 
Whereas the sacrifices of members and veterans of the Armed 
Forces on behalf of the United States should never be 
forgotten; and 
Whereas May 1 would be an appropriate date to designate as 
‘‘Silver Star Service Banner Day’’: Now, therefore, be it
•HRES 855 EH 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives supports 
the designation of ‘‘Silver Star Service Banner Day’’ and 
calls upon the people of the United States to observe the day 
with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 855 
Expressing support for designation of May 1 as ‘‘Silver Star Service Banner 
Day’’. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 22, 2009 
Mr. BLUNT (for himself, Mr. SKELTON, Mr. CLAY, Mr. AKIN, Mrs. EMERSON, 
Mr. LUETKEMEYER, Mr. GRAVES, Mr. CARNAHAN, Mr. CLEAVER, and 
Mr. BARTLETT) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to 
the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for designation of May 1 as ‘‘Silver Star 
Service Banner Day’’. 
Whereas the House of Representatives has always honored 
the sacrifices made by the wounded and ill members of 
the Armed Forces; 
Whereas the Silver Star Service Banner has come to rep-
resent the members of the Armed Forces and veterans 
who were wounded or became ill in combat in the wars 
fought by the United States; 
Whereas the Silver Star Families of America was formed to 
help the American people remember the sacrifices made 
by the wounded and ill members of the Armed Forces by 
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designing and manufacturing Silver Star Service Banners 
and Flags for that purpose; 
Whereas the sole mission of the Silver Star Families of 
America is to evoke memories of the sacrifices of mem-
bers and veterans of the Armed Forces on behalf of the 
United States through the presence of a Silver Star Serv-
ice Banner in a window or a Silver Star Flag flying; 
Whereas the sacrifices of members and veterans of the Armed 
Forces on behalf of the United States should never be 
forgotten; and 
Whereas May 1 would be an appropriate date to designate as 
‘‘Silver Star Service Banner Day’’: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives supports 
the designation of ‘‘Silver Star Service Banner Day’’ and 
calls upon the people of the United States to observe the 
day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. 
Æ 
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IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 857 
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 25, 2009, through 
October 31, 2009, as American Pharmacy Educator Week. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 22, 2009 
Mr. MCGOVERN submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Oversight and Government Reform 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 
25, 2009, through October 31, 2009, as American Phar-
macy Educator Week. 
Whereas the number of colleges and schools of pharmacy has 
risen from 92 in 2006 to 115 in June 2009, creating an 
increased demand for well-qualified pharmacy faculty of 
diverse backgrounds and experiences; 
Whereas the innovative discoveries and accomplishments of 
pharmaceutical scientists and educators in the United 
States dramatically influence science and the delivery of 
patient care; 
Whereas pharmaceutical scientists and educators address 
unmet community needs by providing essential health 
care services such as diabetes screenings, vaccination 
clinics, and medication therapy management to under-
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served members of both local and international commu-
nities; 
Whereas colleges and schools of pharmacy stimulate economic 
activity in their community, State, and region by attract-
ing grants and research funds, generating tuition reve-
nues, and creating jobs; and 
Whereas the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy 
and the Nation’s 111 colleges and schools of pharmacy 
have declared October 25, 2009, through October 31, 
2009, as American Pharmacy Educator Week: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives supports 
the designation of American Pharmacy Educator Week. 
Æ 
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IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 858 
Congratulating the Inter-American Foundation (IAF) on its 40th anniversary 
and recognizing its significant accomplishments and contributions. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 22, 2009 
Mr. ENGEL (for himself, Mr. MACK, Mr. BERMAN, Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN, Mr. 
MEEKS of New York, Mr. BURTON of Indiana, Mr. SIRES, Mr. PAYNE, 
Mr. WEXLER, Mr. MEEK of Florida, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. FARR, Mr. 
HONDA, Mr. MORAN of Virginia, Mr. PIERLUISI, Mr. HINOJOSA, and Mr. 
SALAZAR) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Foreign Affairs 
RESOLUTION 
Congratulating the Inter-American Foundation (IAF) on its 
40th anniversary and recognizing its significant accom-
plishments and contributions. 
Whereas the IAF was originally created as an independent 
Federal agency to provide a new alternative model to tra-
ditional United States foreign assistance that promotes 
greater community-ownership and self-sustainability of 
development initiatives; 
Whereas the IAF has enabled millions of marginalized and 
poor people in Latin America and the Caribbean to im-
prove their lives through nearly 5,000 self-help grants for 
income and employment generation, civic education and 
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I
103D CONGRESS
1ST SESSION
H. R. 2789
To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to establish a health allowance
program under which payment may be made under the medicaid program
to participating States for health allowances used for enrolling individuals
in approved health plans, and for other purposes.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
JULY 28, 1993
Mr. HOBSON (for himself, Mr. BLILEY, Mr. CASTLE, Mr. CLINGER, Mr.
GILLMOR, Mr. GINGRICH, Mr. GOSS, Mr. GRANDY, Mr. GUNDERSON,
Mrs. JOHNSON of Connecticut, Mr. KASICH, Mr. KINGSTON, Mr. KOLBE,
Mr. MCCRERY, Mr. MCKEON, Mr. PORTMAN, Mr. REGULA, Mr. ROB-
ERTS, Ms. SNOWE, Mr. THOMAS of California, Mr. THOMAS of Wyoming,
Mr. MOORHEAD, Mr. SUNDQUIST, Mr. HASTERT, and Mr. MCMILLAN)
introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on En-
ergy and Commerce
A BILL
To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to establish
a health allowance program under which payment may
be made under the medicaid program to participating
States for health allowances used for enrolling individuals
in approved health plans, and for other purposes.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa-
tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,
•HRES 858 IH 
citizen participation, access to credit and public re-
sources, food security, environmental sustainability, and 
cultural and social development; 
Whereas the IAF has proven that its people-to-people ap-
proach to foreign assistance, delivering aid funds directly 
to grassroots groups and local organizations of poor com-
munities, is remarkably cost-effective, targeting aid funds 
to those with the greatest need and those who will use 
them best; 
Whereas each year, hundreds of thousands of IAF grant par-
ticipants benefit from improved nutrition, medical care, 
access to clean water, agricultural and vocational skills, 
microcredit loans, small business management training, 
increased educational opportunities, and knowledge of 
sustainable agricultural techniques and environmental 
practices; 
Whereas many grassroots leaders supported by the IAF have 
gone on to leadership roles at the local and national lev-
els; 
Whereas the IAF’s beneficiary-driven, responsive approach 
has fostered trust between Latin American and Carib-
bean citizens and the United States Government by lis-
tening and responding to needs the people have identi-
fied, partnering with community-based groups and invest-
ing in projects that utilize and validate local knowledge 
and expertise; 
Whereas the IAF’s status as an independent United States 
Government aid agency allows for a streamlined grant- 
making process, the flexibility to respond quickly and 
adapt to people’s needs on the ground, and the ability to 
maintain a positive United States presence in the region; 
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Whereas the IAF continues to demonstrate the political, dip-
lomatic, and strategic value of an independent United 
States Government aid agency with the ability to reach 
those on the economic, social, and cultural fringes of soci-
ety in neighboring countries, facilitating greater access to 
the licit economy, markets, and public policy decision- 
making processes; 
Whereas the IAF’s projects complement and strive to maxi-
mize the impact of other larger United States aid agen-
cies operating in Latin America and the Caribbean by en-
abling an important link between poor communities and 
larger-scale development activities; and 
Whereas the IAF was designed with strong bipartisan sup-
port and has maintained this balanced support through-
out the four decades of its operations: Now, therefore, be 
it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) congratulates the Inter-American Founda-
tion (IAF) on its 40th anniversary; 
(2) recognizes that the IAF has demonstrated 
that its grassroots model for United States foreign 
assistance is effective; and 
(3) declares that the IAF is a vital component 
of United States foreign policy in the Americas and 
of the United States development agenda. 
Æ 
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IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 85 
Amending the Code of Official Conduct in the Rules of the House of Rep-
resentatives to strengthen the reporting requirements for Members who 
request earmarks. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JANUARY 26, 2009 
Mr. FLAKE submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Standards of Official Conduct 
RESOLUTION 
Amending the Code of Official Conduct in the Rules of 
the House of Representatives to strengthen the reporting 
requirements for Members who request earmarks. 
Resolved, That clause 17(a) of rule XXIII (the Code 
of Official Conduct) is amended by adding at the end the 
following new sentence: 
‘‘A campaign contribution in excess of a de minimis 
amount to a Member, Delegate, or Resident Com-
missioner made by or on behalf of any political, for 
profit, or nonprofit entity, made by or on behalf of 
any employee or person affiliated with any such enti-
ty, made by or on behalf of any political action com-
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mittee established by, administered by, or affiliated 
with any such entity, by or on behalf of any reg-
istered lobbyist for any such entity, or by or on be-
half of any political action committee established by, 
administered by, or affiliated with any registered 
lobbyist for any such entity during the current or 
previous session of Congress shall be treated as a fi-
nancial interest of that Member, Delegate, or Resi-
dent Commissioner, as applicable, for purposes of 
this clause.’’. 
Æ 
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H. Res. 860 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
January 13, 2010. 
Whereas in 2007, the Chicago Wilderness, an alliance of over 
240 organizations contributing to the quality of life in 
Chicago, launched the ‘‘Leave No Child Inside’’ initiative 
with the goal to get more children outside and to increase 
the amount and quality of time they spend there; 
Whereas unstructured, outdoor play is important for the 
wholesome, balanced development of the cognitive, emo-
tional, social, and physical skills of children; 
Whereas research has demonstrated that outdoor play helps 
children manage stress; 
Whereas it is shown that natural spaces stimulate children’s 
limitless imagination and foster creativity; 
Whereas children who connect with nature become more in-
ventive and better problem-solvers due to the hands-on 
learning that outdoor environments provide; 
Whereas participation in summer camp has been shown to in-
crease the self-esteem scores of children from low-income 
areas; 
Whereas hiking and walking activities have been shown to 
lower high blood pressure, decrease anxiety, and combat 
obesity;
•HRES 860 EH 
Whereas being active in outdoor activities, such as fishing, is 
correlated with reduced Attention-Deficit Disorder symp-
toms; 
Whereas the presence of natural amenities near the homes of 
low-income urban children is associated with higher levels 
of cognitive functioning; 
Whereas children who grow up spending time in nature are 
also more likely to be strong advocates for the environ-
ment when they reach adulthood; 
Whereas the Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights joint resolu-
tion passed the State of Illinois; and 
Whereas the Illinois General Assembly proclaimed June as 
‘‘No Child Left Inside Month’’: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes and encourages the Children’s Out-
door Bill of Rights commitment to ‘‘Leave No Child In-
side’’ and fight obesity, physical disorders, and 
unawareness of natural amenities by promoting quality 
outdoor activities for children and adults; and 
(2) encourages the President to issue a proclama-
tion in support of the goals and ideals of the Children’s 
Outdoor Bill of Rights. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
H. Res. 861 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
December 2, 2009. 
Whereas military families, through their sacrifices and their 
dedication to the United States and its values, represent 
the bedrock upon which the United States was founded 
and upon which the country continues to rely in these 
perilous and challenging times; and 
Whereas the month of November, which includes the Vet-
erans Day holiday, was declared by the President on Oc-
tober 30, 2009, to be Military Family Month: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) supports the goals and ideals of Military Family 
Month; 
(2) recognizes the sacrifices and dedication of mili-
tary families and their contributions to the United 
States; and
•HRES 861 EH 
(3) expresses the appreciation to the people of the 
United States who observed Military Family Month with 
appropriate ceremonies and activities. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 861 
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Military Family Month. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 22, 2009 
Mr. ROONEY submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Armed Services 
RESOLUTION 
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Military Family 
Month. 
Whereas military families, through their sacrifices and their 
dedication to the United States and its values, represent 
the bedrock upon which the United States was founded 
and upon which the country continues to rely in these 
perilous and challenging times; and 
Whereas the month of November, which includes the Vet-
erans Day holiday, would be an appropriate month to ob-
serve as a National Military Family Month: Now, there-
fore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) supports the goals and ideals of National 
Military Family Month; 
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(2) recognizes the sacrifices and dedication of 
military families and their contributions to the 
United States; and 
(3) encourages the people of the United States 
to observe National Military Family Month with ap-
propriate ceremonies and activities. 
Æ 
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