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IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 499 
Condemning the murder of American journalist Paul Klebnikov on July 9, 
2004, in Moscow and the murders of other members of the media 
in the Russian Federation. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 18, 2005 
Mr. MCCOTTER submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on International Relations 
RESOLUTION 
Condemning the murder of American journalist Paul 
Klebnikov on July 9, 2004, in Moscow and the murders 
of other members of the media in the Russian Federa-
tion. 
Whereas on July 9, 2004, American journalist Paul 
Klebnikov was murdered by gunmen as he exited the 
Moscow offices of Forbes Magazine; 
Whereas twelve journalists have been murdered in the Rus-
sian Federation since the Putin administration took of-
fice, and Mr. Klebnikov was the first and only United 
States citizen among these journalists; 
Whereas the Department of State’s 2004 Country Reports on 
Human Rights Practices claims government pressure in 
Russia continues to weaken freedom of expression and
•HRES 499 IH 
the independence and freedom of the media, particularly 
among the major national television networks and re-
gional media outlets; 
Whereas this repression of free speech in Russia has engen-
dered the belief that journalists can be intimidated and 
killed with impunity; 
Whereas the Government of Russia claims Mr. Klebnikov’s 
murder was ordered by Khozh-Akhmed Nukhayev, a fugi-
tive Chechen warlord; and 
Whereas a group of United States investigative journalists 
who doubt the Russian Government’s claim has launched 
its own inquiry into the death of Mr. Klebnikov: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) condemns the murder of American jour-
nalist Paul Klebnikov on July 9, 2004, in Moscow 
and the murders of other members of the media in 
the Russian Federation; 
(2) urges the Government of Russia to continue 
its inquiries into the murder of Mr. Klebnikov; 
(3) urges the Government of Russia to take ap-
propriate action to protect the independence and 
freedom of the Russian media and all visiting mem-
bers of the media; and 
(4) commends all journalists working and living 
in Russia for their courageous dedication to trans-
parency and the truth. 
Æ
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count, as applicable, is a broker or dealer, as those 
terms are defined in paragraphs (4) and (5), respec-
tively, of section 3(a) of the Securities Exchange Act 
of 1934, but is excluded from the definition of— 
(A) the term ‘‘government securities broker’’ 
under section 3(a)(43) of the Securities Exchange 
Act of 1934; and 
(B) the term ‘‘government securities dealer’’ 
under section 3(a)(44) of the Securities Exchange 
Act of 1934. 
(d) EXEMPTION FROM REPORTING REQUIREMENTS.— 
The Federal Home Loan Banks shall be exempt from peri-
odic reporting requirements under the securities laws per-
taining to the disclosure of— 
(1) related party transactions that occur in the 
ordinary course of the business of the Banks with 
members; and 
(2) the unregistered sales of equity securities. 
(e) TENDER OFFERS.—Commission rules relating to 
tender offers shall not apply in connection with trans-
actions in the capital stock of the Federal Home Loan 
Banks. 
(f) REGULATIONS.— 
(1) IN GENERAL.—The Commission shall pro-
mulgate such rules and regulations as may be nec-
IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 730 
Recognizing the efforts and contributions of The Women’s Museum: An 
Institute for the Future. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
MARCH 16, 2006 
Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas (for herself, Ms. BERKLEY, Mr. 
GENE GREEN of Texas, Mr. PAUL, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. DOGGETT, Mr. 
REYES, Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas, Mr. BURGESS, Mr. AL GREEN of 
Texas, Mr. RANGEL, Mr. HINOJOSA, and Mrs. CAPITO) submitted the fol-
lowing resolution; which was referred to the Committee on House Admin-
istration 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the efforts and contributions of The Women’s 
Museum: An Institute for the Future. 
Whereas The Women’s Museum: An Institute for the Future 
is a Smithsonian affiliate that makes visible the unique, 
textured, and diverse stories of American women; 
Whereas The Women’s Museum is based on the belief that 
a fully democratic civil society must represent and involve 
both men and women and that the voices, vision, and 
contributions of women must be part of the fabric of his-
tory and the shape of the future; 
Whereas The Women’s Museum’s exhibits and programs ex-
pand our understanding of women’s participation in 
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shaping the Nation’s history and create a lively environ-
ment for dialogue and discovery; 
Whereas the mission of The Women’s Museum is to bring to 
life the voices, talents, achievements, aspirations, and sto-
ries of women of the past, present, and future; 
Whereas the purpose of The Women’s Museum is to popu-
larize the contributions and achievements of American 
women; 
Whereas The Women’s Museum recounts thousands of public 
and private triumphs and the struggles of those who 
would be denied their political, social, and spiritual free-
doms; 
Whereas The Women’s Museum is dedicated to uncovering 
and telling the stories of women of the past and present 
in a format that is both entertaining and educational in 
order to bring wholeness to American history; 
Whereas The Women’s Museum’s Ronya Kozmetsky Institute 
for the Future, offers hands-on educational programming 
in a 21st century learning environment by encouraging 
and reinforcing abilities, dreams, and potential, thus, 
helping young people and adults acquire the resources 
and competencies to become productive workers, respon-
sible citizens, and successful individuals; 
Whereas The Women’s Museum is a testament to the power 
of a national network of women by drawing on the re-
sources of women in leadership across the United States, 
including more than 5,000 graduates from the Founda-
tion for Women’s Resources programs, Leadership Texas 
and Leadership America; 
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H. Res. 4
In the House of Representatives, U.S.,
January 4, 2005.
Resolved, That the Clerk be instructed to inform the
President of the United States that the House of Representa-
tives has elected J. Dennis Hastert, a Representative from
the State of Illinois, Speaker; and Jeffrey J. Trandahl, a cit-
izen of the State of South Dakota, Clerk of the House of
Representatives of the One Hundred Ninth Congress.
Attest:
Clerk.
•HRES 730 IH 
Whereas The Women’s Museum is housed in the former 
Peter Wolf Hall of Administration at Fair Park in Dal-
las, Texas; and 
Whereas the founder of The Women’s Museum, Cathy 
Bonner, successfully created a showcase for the stories of 
women’s accomplishments and contributions to American 
life and history: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives recog-
nizes the efforts and contributions of The Women’s Mu-
seum: An Institute for the Future. 
Æ 
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Whereas Mongolia has been a steadfast partner with the 
United States in the Global War on Terror, and, after 
the September 11th terror attacks, the Government of 
Mongolia expressed its strong support for the United 
States; 
Whereas Mongolia has supported coalition operations by re-
peatedly contributing troops to both Operation Enduring 
Freedom in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom; 
Whereas Mongolia has contributed troops to support NATO 
peacekeeping operations in Kosovo and to protect the 
United Nations war crimes court in Sierra Leone; and 
Whereas Mongolia’s strong policy track record has made it el-
igible for Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) support 
in 2004 and 2005: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) congratulates the people and Government of 
Mongolia on the 800th anniversary of Mongolian 
statehood; 
(2) affirms that the United States is proud to 
be considered Mongolia’s ‘‘third neighbor’’; 
(3) commends the people and Government of 
Mongolia for their commitment to democracy, free-
dom, and economic reform; 
(4) urges the Government of Mongolia to take 
further steps to fight corruption and provide greater 
transparency and accountability in government oper-
ations; 
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(5) shares with the people and Government of 
Mongolia the desire to enhance the relationship be-
tween the United States and Mongolia, based on a 
comprehensive partnership, shared values, and com-
mon interests; 
(6) supports efforts to strengthen strategic, po-
litical, economic, educational, and cultural ties be-
tween the 2 countries; 
(7) encourages private investment and in-
creased business ties between investors in both coun-
tries; 
(8) encourages increased people-to-people ties 
through expanded academic, cultural, and sports ex-
changes, and 
(9) supports increased Mongolian participation 
in international organizations and initiatives. 
Æ 
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(1) recognizes the national marine sanctuary 
program as critical to the management of the ocean 
and Great Lake resources of the United States; 
(2) recognizes the program as a leading force in 
promoting ocean education and literacy; 
(3) commends the State and local partners and 
volunteers of the program for critical management 
of national marine sanctuaries and devotion to the 
conservation of these sanctuaries; and 
(4) acknowledges that investing in these sanc-
tuaries will provide economic and other benefits to 
present and future generations. 
Æ 
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essary or appropriate in the public interest or in fur-
therance of this section and the exemptions provided 
in this section. 
(2) CONSIDERATIONS.—In issuing regulations 
under this section, the Commission shall consider the 
distinctive characteristics of the Federal Home Loan 
Banks when evaluating— 
(A) the accounting treatment with respect to 
the payment to the Resolution Funding Corpora-
tion; 
(B) the role of the combined financial state-
ments of the Federal Home Loan Banks; 
(C) the accounting classification of redeem-
able capital stock; and 
(D) the accounting treatment related to the 
joint and several nature of the obligations of the 
Banks. 
(g) DEFINITIONS.—As used in this section— 
(1) the terms ‘‘Bank’’, ‘‘Federal Home Loan 
Bank’’, ‘‘member’’, and ‘‘Federal Home Loan Bank 
System’’ have the same meanings as in section 2 of 
the Federal Home Loan Bank Act (12 U.S.C. 1422); 
(2) the term ‘‘Commission’’ means the Securities 
and Exchange Commission; and
H. Res. 500
In the House of Representatives, U.S., 
November 17, 2005.
Whereas on December 5, 1945, the 5 Avenger torpedo bomb-
ers of Flight 19, originating at the Naval Air Station of 
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and its crew of 14 Navy air-
men, disappeared; 
Whereas the Mariner rescue aircraft sent to search for Flight 
19, originating at the Naval Air Station of Banana River, 
Florida, and its crew of 13 Navy airmen, also dis-
appeared on that date; 
Whereas December 5, 2005, marks the 60th anniversary of 
the disappearance of Flight 19; 
Whereas the loss of Flight 19 occurred during peacetime; 
Whereas the disappearance of Flight 19 sparked one of the 
largest air and sea rescue searches in history covering 
over 200,000 square miles; 
Whereas all investigations of the disappearance of Flight 19 
have failed to recover any aircraft, debris, or remains; 
Whereas there remain unanswered questions concerning the 
disappearance of Flight 19; and 
Whereas there are continuing efforts with the latest tech-
nology to determine the location of the lost aircraft and 
crews: Now, therefore, be it
•HRES 500 EH 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes the 60th anniversary of the dis-
appearance of the 5 naval Avenger torpedo bombers of 
Flight 19 and the naval Mariner rescue aircraft sent to 
search for Flight 19; 
(2) honors the memory of the 27 Navy airmen lost 
in these disappearances; 
(3) recognizes the historical significance of Flight 
19; 
(4) acknowledges continuing efforts to determine 
what caused these disappearances; and 
(5) commends the Naval Historical Center for pre-
serving the history of Flight 19. 
Attest:
Clerk.
H. Res. 731
In the House of Representatives, U.S., 
June 20, 2006.
Whereas in 2005, a small group of American Legion Riders 
in Kansas calling themselves the ‘‘Patriot Guard’’ began 
a movement to shield the families and friends of fallen 
service members from interruptions by protesters appear-
ing at military funerals; 
Whereas individuals from Colorado, Oklahoma, and Texas 
later brought together diverse groups of motorcycle orga-
nizations across the country who rode to honor fallen 
service members, forming an organization known as the 
‘‘Patriot Guard Riders’’; 
Whereas the Patriot Guard Riders have since grown into a 
nationwide network, including both veterans and non-
veterans and riders and nonriders, and is open to anyone 
who shares a respect for service members who have made 
the ultimate sacrifice for the Nation; 
Whereas Patriot Guard Riders attend military funerals to 
show respect for fallen service members and to shield 
mourning family members and friends of the deceased 
from protestors who interrupt, or threaten to interrupt, 
the dignity of the event; 
Whereas across the Nation, Patriot Guard Riders volunteer 
their time to come to the aid of military families in need,
•HRES 731 EH 
so to allow the memories of the deceased service member 
to be remembered with honor and dignity; 
Whereas regardless of one’s opinion of the Nation’s military 
commitments, the families, friends, and communities of 
the Nation’s fallen soldiers deserve a peaceful time of 
mourning and should not be harassed and caused further 
suffering at a funeral; 
Whereas Patriot Guard Riders appear at a funeral only at 
the invitation of the fallen soldier’s family and participate 
in a nonviolent, legal manner; and 
Whereas the members of the Nation’s Armed Forces willingly 
risk their lives to protect the American way of life and 
the freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution: Now, there-
fore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives expresses 
its deepest appreciation to the Patriot Guard Riders who—
(1) attend military funerals across the country to 
show respect for fallen members of the Armed Forces 
and, when needed, shield mourning family members and 
friends of the deceased from protestors who interrupt, or 
threaten to interrupt, the dignity of a funeral; and 
(2) in so doing, help to preserve the memory and 
honor of the Nation’s fallen heroes.
Attest: 
Clerk.
IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 829 
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Shadow Wolves 
should be preserved and fostered as one unit, located on the Tohono 
O’odham lands. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
MAY 19, 2006 
Mr. SOUDER (for himself, Mr. SHADEGG, Mr. KING of Iowa, Mr. GRIJALVA, 
and Mr. COLE of Oklahoma) submitted the following resolution; which 
was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that 
the Shadow Wolves should be preserved and fostered 
as one unit, located on the Tohono O’odham lands. 
Whereas in 1972, the 92nd Congress created a specialized 
unit of Customs Patrol Officers known as the Shadow 
Wolves to patrol the international land border within the 
Tohono O’odham sovereign Indian nation in Arizona; 
Whereas the Shadow Wolves are Native Americans who com-
bine modern technology with traditional tracking tech-
niques to identify, track and arrest illegal drug smugglers 
along the 76 miles of border and within the 2.8 million 
acres of the Tohono O’odham nation; 
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Whereas although never constituting more than 21 special-
ized agents, the Shadow Wolves have consistently suc-
ceeded in seizing over 100,000 pounds of illegal narcotics 
annually; 
Whereas the Shadow Wolves are a singular example of a unit 
that is uniquely suited to meet the special challenges in 
border protection present in their area in a way that no 
other unit or combination of units could be expected to 
match; and 
Whereas the Federal Government should take all reasonable 
steps to prevent the loss of such a vital asset for the se-
curing of our borders and the fight against illegal nar-
cotics trafficking: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That it is the sense of the House of Rep-
resentatives that the Shadow Wolves should be preserved 
and fostered as one unit, located on the Tohono O’odham 
lands, so that they might continue to apply their unique 
abilities in helping the United States to protect its bor-
ders. 
Æ 
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IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 500 
Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the disappearance of the 5 naval Avenger 
torpedo bombers of Flight 19 and the naval Mariner rescue aircraft 
sent to search for Flight 19. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 18, 2005 
Mr. SHAW submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Armed Services 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the disappearance of 
the 5 naval Avenger torpedo bombers of Flight 19 and 
the naval Mariner rescue aircraft sent to search for 
Flight 19. 
Whereas on December 5, 1945, the 5 Avenger torpedo bomb-
ers of Flight 19, originating at the Naval Air Station of 
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and its crew of 14 Navy air-
men, disappeared; 
Whereas the Mariner rescue aircraft sent to search for Flight 
19, originating at the Naval Air Station of Banan River, 
Florida, and its crew of 13 Navy airmen, also dis-
appeared on that date; 
Whereas December 5, 2005, marks the 60th anniversary of 
the disappearance of Flight 19;
•HRES 500 IH 
Whereas the loss of Flight 19 occurred during peacetime; 
Whereas the disappearance of Flight 19 sparked one of the 
largest air and sea rescue searches in history covering 
over 250,000 square miles; 
Whereas all investigations of the disappearance of Flight 19 
have failed to recover any aircraft, debris, or remains; 
Whereas there remain unanswered questions concerning the 
disappearance of Flight 19; and 
Whereas there are continuing efforts with the latest tech-
nology to determine the location of the lost aircraft and 
crews: Now, therefore be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes the 60th anniversary of the dis-
appearance of the 5 naval Avenger torpedo bombers 
of Flight 19 and the naval Mariner rescue aircraft 
sent to search for Flight 19; 
(2) honors the memory of the 27 Navy airmen 
lost in these disappearances; 
(3) recognizes the historical significance of 
Flight 19; 
(4) acknowledges continuing efforts to deter-
mine what caused these disappearances; and 
(5) commends the Naval Historical Center for 
preserving the history of Flight 19. 
Æ
IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 82 
Disavowing the doctrine of preemption. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
FEBRUARY 9, 2005 
Ms. LEE (for herself, Mr. MCDERMOTT, Mrs. JONES of Ohio, Ms. WOOLSEY, 
Mr. SERRANO, Mr. KUCINICH, Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California, Mr. 
STARK, Ms. KILPATRICK of Michigan, Mr. PAYNE, Mr. HOLT, and Ms. 
WATERS) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on International Relations 
RESOLUTION 
Disavowing the doctrine of preemption. 
Whereas President Bush has declared in a variety of docu-
ments and fora that the United States has the right to 
unilaterally exercise military action, including preemptive 
nuclear strikes, against nations that have not attacked 
the United States, creating what has been termed the 
‘‘doctrine of preemption’’; 
Whereas the doctrine of preemption contemplates initiating 
warfare against a nation that might not pose an immi-
nent threat of harm to the United States and far exceeds 
the commonly understood view, set out in the Charter of 
the United Nations and recognized in international and 
United States law, that nations enjoy the right of self-
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(3) the term ‘‘securities laws’’ has the same 
meaning as in section 3(a)(47) of the Securities Ex-
change Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78c(a)(47)). 
SEC. 1209. VOLUNTARY MERGERS. 
Section 26 of the Federal Home Loan Bank Act (12 
U.S.C. 1446) is amended— 
(1) by striking ‘‘Whenever’’ and inserting ‘‘(a) 
IN GENERAL.—Whenever’’; and 
(2) by adding at the end the following: 
‘‘(b) VOLUNTARY MERGERS AUTHORIZED.— 
‘‘(1) IN
GENERAL.—Any Federal Home Loan 
Bank may, with the approval of the Director and of 
the boards of directors of the Banks involved, merge 
with another Bank. 
‘‘(2) REGULATIONS
REQUIRED.—The Director 
shall promulgate regulations establishing the condi-
tions and procedures for the consideration and ap-
proval of any voluntary merger described in para-
graph (1), including the procedures for Bank member 
approval.’’. 
SEC. 1210. AUTHORITY TO REDUCE DISTRICTS. 
Section 3 of the Federal Home Loan Bank Act (12 
U.S.C. 1423) is amended— 
(1) by striking ‘‘As soon’’ and inserting ‘‘(a) IN 
GENERAL.—As soon’’; and