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107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 330
Honoring the State of Louisiana’s oil and gas industry on the occasion
of its 101st anniversary.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
FEBRUARY 13, 2002
Mr. VITTER submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred
to the Committee on Government Reform
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Honoring the State of Louisiana’s oil and gas industry on
the occasion of its 101st anniversary.
Whereas oil and natural gas are 2 of the world’s most impor-
tant natural resources;
Whereas the State of Louisiana has successfully achieved a
balance between the development of natural resources
and the maintenance of environmental standards;
Whereas Louisiana produces 27 percent of both the Nation’s
oil and natural gas;
Whereas there are 5,363 offshore leases for the drilling of oil
and natural gas in Louisiana and more than 27 million
acres of the State are under lease for drilling oil and nat-
ural gas on land;
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Whereas Louisiana has 130 active drilling rigs, 4,489 pro-
ducing oil wells, and 3,813 producing gas wells; and
Whereas the year 2002 marks the 101st anniversary of the
first oil well in Louisiana: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That the Congress honors the State of Louisi-
ana’s oil and gas industry on the occasion of its 101st
anniversary.
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IV
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 331
Commending the Secretary of Transportation and the Nation’s air traffic
controllers for their actions to avert further tragedy following the ter-
rorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
FEBRUARY 14, 2002
Mrs. BONO submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred
to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Commending the Secretary of Transportation and the Na-
tion’s air traffic controllers for their actions to avert
further tragedy following the terrorist attacks on Sep-
tember 11, 2001.
Whereas following the terrorist attacks on September 11,
2001, the Secretary of Transportation acted quickly and
decisively in directing the Nation’s air traffic controllers
to land and account for all aircraft in United States air-
space;
Whereas in response to this directive, the Nation’s air traffic
controllers acted in a calm and professional manner in
securing all of the aircraft; and
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Whereas the actions of the Nation’s air traffic controllers
may well have averted further tragedy following the ter-
rorist attacks: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That Congress commends the Secretary of
Transportation for his quick and decisive actions following
the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, and the Na-
tion’s air traffic controllers for their heroic actions on that
day to avert further tragedy.
Æ
IV
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 333
Expressing the sense of Congress that the Attorney General should appoint
a special counsel on matters relating to Enron Corporation.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
FEBRUARY 26, 2002
Mr. FILNER submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred
to the Committee on the Judiciary
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Expressing the sense of Congress that the Attorney General
should appoint a special counsel on matters relating to
Enron Corporation.
Whereas officers and directors of Enron Corporation sold
$1,000,000,000 worth of stock in the company during
the period from October 1998 to November 2001;
Whereas Enron executives had 6 separate meetings with the
Vice President or the White House energy task force dur-
ing the period from February 22, 2001, to October 10,
2001;
Whereas Enron was the seventh largest company in the
United States in 2000, with revenues of more than
$100,000,000,000 and a stock value of more than $90
per share;
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Whereas the collapse of Enron, and the resulting decline in
stock value to less than $1 per share, has hurt thousands
of workers throughout the country whose 401(k) port-
folios contained Enron stock;
Whereas Enron was one of the largest contributors to Presi-
dent Bush’s presidential campaign, donating $110,000 to
the campaign; and
Whereas Enron officers, directors, and employees have been
a significant contributor to President Bush from before
the presidential campaign, donating nearly $2,000,000 in
support since 1993: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That it is the sense of Congress that the At-
torney General should appoint a special counsel on mat-
ters relating to Enron Corporation, including—
(1) the relationship between Enron and the ma-
nipulation in the stock market of its value per share;
(2) the relationship between contributions by
Enron to the President, the Vice President, Cabinet
officers, and other Administration officials and
Enron’s rise and fall;
(3) the influence of Enron on Federal and
State legislation, including in particular the effort to
deregulate the energy markets; and
(4) the relationship between Enron and the
Federal and State regulatory system.
Æ
IV
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 334
Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the Republic of Turkey’s coopera-
tion in the war against terrorism, economic reforms in Turkey, and
the economic partnership meetings to be held between the United States
and Turkey.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
FEBRUARY 26, 2002
Ms. GRANGER (for herself, Mr. WEXLER, Mr. WHITFIELD, Mr. TANCREDO,
and Mr. STEARNS) submitted the following concurrent resolution; which
was referred to the Committee on International Relations
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the Republic
of Turkey’s cooperation in the war against terrorism,
economic reforms in Turkey, and the economic partner-
ship meetings to be held between the United States and
Turkey.
Whereas the United States and the Republic of Turkey have
long been allies and shared a commitment to preserving
peace and stability;
Whereas Turkey has demonstrated a steadfast commitment
to the war on terrorism;
Whereas Turkey has faced financial and currency crises and
recession since 2000;
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Whereas Turkey’s fiscal discipline and actions to restore con-
fidence in the banking system have laid the foundation
for an economic recovery in Turkey;
Whereas the future growth and prosperity of Turkey depend
in large measure on encouraging more foreign investment
in Turkey and improving trade relations; and
Whereas the United States is interested in building a broader
investment and trading relationship with Turkey: Now,
therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That Congress—
(1) recognizes the Republic of Turkey for its
steadfast commitment to, and cooperation in, the
war against terrorism, including—
(A) Turkey’s immediate condemnation of
the terrorist attacks against the United States
that occurred on September 11, 2001;
(B) Turkey’s offers to the United States of
troops, the use of air bases, increased force pro-
tection for United States military personnel and
equipment in Turkey, and diplomatic overflight
clearances;
(C) Turkey’s deployment of 261 troops to
Afghanistan to participate in the initial phase
of the International Security Assistance Force;
and
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(D) Turkey’s willingness to participate in
the leadership of the International Security As-
sistance Force and assist the United States in
training the new Afghan security forces;
(2) commends Turkey for implementing eco-
nomic reforms, particularly those which increase pri-
vatization and improve the investment climate in
Turkey; and
(3) supports the economic partnership meetings
which are scheduled to be held between the United
States and Turkey on February 26 and 27, 2002.
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107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 335
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Whereas the first Black Americans were brought to these
shores as early as the 17th century;
Whereas these first Black Americans and subsequent genera-
tions were enslaved and brought to America against their
free will;
Whereas, despite this enslavement, early Black Americans
made significant contributions to the economic, edu-
•HCON 335 EH
cational, political, artistic, literary, scientific, and techno-
logical advancement of the United States;
Whereas many of these enslaved Black Americans fought and
died in the Revolutionary War and the Civil War;
Whereas, despite official and social discrimination, subse-
quent generations of Black Americans have continued to
build on these early contributions and continue to make
important advancements in politics, business, culture,
education, art, literature, science, and technology;
Whereas Black Americans have worked consistently and ar-
duously to strengthen the Constitutional values of free-
dom, liberty, and equality;
Whereas Black Americans have disproportionately contrib-
uted to protecting the Nation’s security and freedom
through service in the Armed Forces;
Whereas Black Americans have built many of the Nation’s
strongest faith-based institutions which serve the Na-
tion’s poorest citizens, strengthen the Nation’s moral
core, and uplift its spirit; and
Whereas the month of February is officially celebrated as
Black History Month, which dates back to 1926, when
Dr. Carter G. Woodson set aside a special period of time
in February to recognize the heritage and achievements
of Black Americans: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That—
(1) Congress recognizes the significance of
Black History Month, an important time to recog-
nize the contributions of Black Americans in the Na-
•HCON 335 EH
tion’s history, and encourages the continued celebra-
tion of this month to provide an opportunity for all
people of the United States to learn more about the
past and to better understand the experiences that
have shaped the Nation; and
(2) it is the sense of Congress that—
(A) the contributions of Black Americans
are a significant part of the history, progress,
and heritage of the United States; and
(B) the ethnic and racial diversity of the
United States enriches and strengthens the Na-
tion.
Passed the House of Representatives February 28,
2002.
Attest:
Clerk.
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 335
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Recognizing the significance of Black History
Month and the contributions of Black Americans
as a significant part of the history, progress, and
heritage of the United States.
IV
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 335
Recognizing the significance of Black History Month and the contributions
of Black Americans as a significant part of the history, progress, and
heritage of the United States.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
FEBRUARY 27, 2002
Mr. WATTS of Oklahoma submitted the following concurrent resolution; which
was referred to the Committee on Government Reform
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Recognizing the significance of Black History Month and
the contributions of Black Americans as a significant
part of the history, progress, and heritage of the United
States.
Whereas the first Black Americans were brought to these
shores as early as the 17th century;
Whereas these first Black Americans and subsequent genera-
tions were enslaved and brought to America against their
free will;
Whereas, despite this enslavement, early Black Americans
made significant contributions to the economic, edu-
cational, political, artistic, literary, scientific, and techno-
logical advancement of the United States;
•HCON 335 IH
Whereas many of these enslaved Black Americans fought and
died in the Revolutionary War and the Civil War;
Whereas, despite official and social discrimination, subse-
quent generations of Black Americans have continued to
build on these early contributions and continue to make
important advancements in politics, business, culture,
education, art, literature, science, and technology;
Whereas Black Americans have worked consistently and ar-
duously to strengthen the Constitutional values of free-
dom, liberty, and equality;
Whereas Black Americans have disproportionately contrib-
uted to protecting the Nation’s security and freedom
through service in the Armed Forces;
Whereas Black Americans have built many of the Nation’s
strongest faith-based institutions which serve the Na-
tion’s poorest citizens, strengthen the Nation’s moral
core, and uplift its spirit; and
Whereas the month of February is officially celebrated as
Black History Month, which dates back to 1926, when
Dr. Carter G. Woodson set aside a special period of time
in February to recognize the heritage and achievements
of Black Americans: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That—
(1) Congress recognizes the significance of
Black History Month, an important time to recog-
nize the contributions of Black Americans in the Na-
tion’s history, and encourages the continued celebra-
tion of this month to provide an opportunity for all
•HCON 335 IH
people of the United States to learn more about the
past and to better understand the experiences that
have shaped the Nation; and
(2) it is the sense of Congress that—
(A) the contributions of Black Americans
are a significant part of the history, progress,
and heritage of the United States; and
(B) the ethnic and racial diversity of the
United States enriches and strengthens the Na-
tion.
Æ
III
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 335
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
FEBRUARY 28, 2002
Received and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Recognizing the significance of Black History Month and
the contributions of Black Americans as a significant
part of the history, progress, and heritage of the United
States.
Whereas the first Black Americans were brought to these
shores as early as the 17th century;
Whereas these first Black Americans and subsequent genera-
tions were enslaved and brought to America against their
free will;
Whereas, despite this enslavement, early Black Americans
made 
significant 
contributions 
to 
the 
economic,
HCON 335 RFS
educational, political, artistic, literary, scientific, and
technological advancement of the United States;
Whereas many of these enslaved Black Americans fought and
died in the Revolutionary War and the Civil War;
Whereas, despite official and social discrimination, subse-
quent generations of Black Americans have continued to
build on these early contributions and continue to make
important advancements in politics, business, culture,
education, art, literature, science, and technology;
Whereas Black Americans have worked consistently and ar-
duously to strengthen the Constitutional values of free-
dom, liberty, and equality;
Whereas Black Americans have disproportionately contrib-
uted to protecting the Nation’s security and freedom
through service in the Armed Forces;
Whereas Black Americans have built many of the Nation’s
strongest faith-based institutions which serve the Na-
tion’s poorest citizens, strengthen the Nation’s moral
core, and uplift its spirit; and
Whereas the month of February is officially celebrated as
Black History Month, which dates back to 1926, when
Dr. Carter G. Woodson set aside a special period of time
in February to recognize the heritage and achievements
of Black Americans: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That—
(1) Congress recognizes the significance of
Black History Month, an important time to recog-
nize the contributions of Black Americans in the Na-
HCON 335 RFS
tion’s history, and encourages the continued celebra-
tion of this month to provide an opportunity for all
people of the United States to learn more about the
past and to better understand the experiences that
have shaped the Nation; and
(2) it is the sense of Congress that—
(A) the contributions of Black Americans
are a significant part of the history, progress,
and heritage of the United States; and
(B) the ethnic and racial diversity of the
United States enriches and strengthens the Na-
tion.
Passed the House of Representatives February 28,
2002.
Attest:
JEFF TRANDAHL,
Clerk.
IV
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 336
Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the life and works of John
Steinbeck.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
FEBRUARY 27, 2002
Mr. FARR of California (for himself, Mr. BACA, Mr. DOOLITTLE, Ms.
SANCHEZ, Ms. LEE, Ms. KAPTUR, Ms. DELAURO, Mr. FROST, Mr.
HONDA, Ms. WATSON of California, Mrs. DAVIS of California, Mr.
CONDIT, Mr. BERMAN, Mr. THOMPSON of California, Mrs. CAPPS, Mr.
STARK, Ms. HARMAN, Mr. SHERMAN, and Ms. ESHOO) submitted the fol-
lowing concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on
Government Reform
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the life and
works of John Steinbeck.
Whereas John Steinbeck brought honor to the United States
as a distinguished writer and endured criticism and sus-
picion in this country for his progressive ideas and for
the progressive themes of his novels, short stories, and
screenplays;
Whereas the works of John Steinbeck reflect a deeply com-
passionate view of the United States and its people;
Whereas through his writings John Steinbeck promoted a
greater understanding of the lives of people who experi-
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enced difficult economic times, war, the fulfillment of sci-
entific study, the value of hard labor, and the difficulties
and joys associated with the bonds within families and
between friends;
Whereas people from around the world are attracted to the
central coast of California to visit the bountiful Monterey
Bay and rich agricultural valleys in which many of John
Steinbeck’s works are set;
Whereas the legacy of the writings of John Steinbeck, includ-
ing ‘‘Cannery Row’’, ‘‘Tortilla Flat’’, ‘‘Of Mice and
Men’’, ‘‘East of Eden’’, ‘‘The Red Pony’’, ‘‘In Dubious
Battle’’, and ‘‘Travels with Charley: In Search of Amer-
ica’’, is the encouragement of literacy and a pride in, and
appreciation of, American literature;
Whereas John Steinbeck was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for
fiction in 1940 for ‘‘The Grapes of Wrath’’;
Whereas John Steinbeck was awarded the Nobel Prize in Lit-
erature in 1962;
Whereas John Steinbeck has been honored by the United
States with a Medal of Freedom from President Lyndon
Johnson, a United States Postal Service Commemorative
Stamp, and an American Gold Medallion issued by the
United States Mint; and
Whereas February 27, 2002, is the centennial of the birth of
John Steinbeck: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That Congress expresses its profound respect
for, and deep appreciation of, the life and works of John
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Steinbeck and his contributions to the promotion of read-
ing and literature.
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107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 337
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Whereas even though African-Americans were excluded from
playing in the major leagues of baseball with their Cauca-
sian counterparts, the desire of some African-Americans
to play baseball could not be repressed;
Whereas African-Americans began organizing their own pro-
fessional baseball teams in 1885;
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Whereas 6 separate baseball leagues, known collectively as
the Negro Baseball Leagues, were organized by African-
Americans between 1920 and 1960;
Whereas the Negro Baseball Leagues included exceptionally
talented players;
Whereas Jackie Robinson, whose career began in the Negro
Baseball Leagues, was named Rookie of the Year in 1947
and subsequently led the Brooklyn Dodgers to 6 National
League pennants and a World Series championship;
Whereas by achieving success on the baseball field, African-
American baseball players helped break down color bar-
riers and integrate African-Americans into all aspects of
society in the United States;
Whereas during World War II, more than 50 Negro Baseball
League players served in the Armed Forces of the United
States;
Whereas during an era of sexism and gender barriers, 3
women played in the Negro Baseball Leagues;
Whereas the Negro Baseball Leagues helped teach the people
of the United States that what matters most is not the
color of a person’s skin, but the content of that person’s
character and the measure of that person’s skills and
abilities;
Whereas only in recent years has the history of the Negro
Baseball Leagues begun receiving the recognition that it
deserves; and
Whereas baseball is the national pastime and reflects the his-
tory of the Nation: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That Congress recognizes the teams and play-
•HCON 337 EH
ers of the Negro Baseball Leagues for their achievements,
dedication, sacrifices, and contributions to baseball and
the Nation.
Passed the House of Representatives September 19,
2002.
Attest:
Clerk.
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 337
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Recognizing the teams and players of the Negro
Baseball Leagues for their achievements, dedica-
tion, sacrifices, and contributions to baseball and
the Nation.
IV
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 337
Recognizing the teams and players of the Negro Baseball Leagues for their
achievements, dedication, sacrifices, and contributions to baseball and
the Nation.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
FEBRUARY 27, 2002
Mr. WATTS of Oklahoma (for himself and Mr. DAVIS of Illinois) submitted
the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee
on Government Reform
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Recognizing the teams and players of the Negro Baseball
Leagues for their achievements, dedication, sacrifices,
and contributions to baseball and the Nation.
Whereas even though African-Americans were excluded from
playing in the major leagues of baseball with their Cauca-
sian counterparts, the desire of some African-Americans
to play baseball could not be repressed;
Whereas African-Americans began organizing their own pro-
fessional baseball teams in 1885;
Whereas 6 separate baseball leagues, known collectively as
the Negro Baseball Leagues, were organized by African-
Americans between 1920 and 1960;
•HCON 337 IH
Whereas the Negro Baseball Leagues included exceptionally
talented players;
Whereas Jackie Robinson, whose career began in the Negro
Baseball Leagues, was named Rookie of the Year in 1947
and subsequently led the Brooklyn Dodgers to 6 National
League pennants and a World Series championship;
Whereas by achieving success on the baseball field, African-
American baseball players helped break down color bar-
riers and integrate African-Americans into all aspects of
society in the United States;
Whereas during World War II, more than 50 Negro Baseball
League players served in the Armed Forces of the United
States;
Whereas during an era of sexism and gender barriers, 3
women played in the Negro Baseball Leagues;
Whereas the Negro Baseball Leagues helped teach the people
of the United States that what matters most is not the
color of a person’s skin, but the content of that person’s
character and the measure of that person’s skills and
abilities;
Whereas only in recent years has the history of the Negro
Baseball Leagues begun receiving the recognition that it
deserves; and
Whereas baseball is the national pastime and reflects the his-
tory of the Nation: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That Congress recognizes the teams and play-
ers of the Negro Baseball Leagues for their achievements,
•HCON 337 IH
dedication, sacrifices, and contributions to baseball and
the Nation.
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