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•HRES 1621 EH 
Whereas Catholic Charities USA has the goal of providing 
strong leadership and support to assist local diocesan 
agencies in their efforts to reduce poverty, support fami-
lies, and empower communities; 
Whereas Catholic Charities USA, inspired by Catholic teach-
ings, maintain programs focused on poverty in the United 
States, parenthood, immigration, human trafficking, dis-
aster response and relief, and climate change; 
Whereas Catholic Charities USA and its members provide 
help and create hope for more than 8.5 million people 
each year, regardless of faith; and 
Whereas Catholic Charities USA supports local agencies 
through advocacy, networking, national voice, training, fi-
nancial support, and leadership: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes and celebrates the 100th anniversary 
of the historic founding of the National Conference of 
Catholic Charities, now called Catholic Charities USA; 
and 
(2) honors and praises Catholic Charities USA for 
being a national leader in the efforts to fight poverty 
and to strengthen the United States in times of need 
and crisis. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
H. Res. 1622 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
November 30, 2010. 
Whereas veterans of service in the United States Armed 
Forces have served the Nation with honor and great sac-
rifices; 
Whereas the people of the United States owe the security of 
the Nation to those who defended it; 
Whereas United States veterans past and present have served 
the Nation in times of peace and war at great personal 
sacrifice for both themselves and their families; 
Whereas historic contributions include involvement in the 
Revolutionary War, War of 1812, Eastern Indian Wars, 
Mexican War, Civil War, Western Indian Wars, Spanish- 
American War, World War I, World War II, Korean 
War, Vietnam Conflict, Lebanon crisis of 1958, Persian 
Gulf War, Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi 
Freedom, and other conflicts; 
Whereas veterans have served the United States in hundreds 
of deployments, large and small, responding to acts of ag-
gression against the United States and its allies, pro-
tecting and evacuating civilians, bringing stability to 
areas experiencing political turmoil, and providing com-
fort and support in the wake of natural disasters;
•HRES 1622 EH 
Whereas the service and sacrifice of generations of men and 
women have shaped the history of the United States and 
transformed its society; 
Whereas as civilians, veterans continue to provide a valuable 
service by working and volunteering in their communities 
across the Nation; 
Whereas on Veterans Day each year, the Nation honors those 
who have defended democracy by serving in the Armed 
Forces; 
Whereas the observance of Veterans Day is an expression of 
faith in democracy, faith in American values, and faith 
that those who fight for freedom will defeat those whose 
cause is unjust; 
Whereas section 6103(a) of title 5, United States Code, pro-
vides that ‘‘Veterans day, November 11th’’ is a legal pub-
lic holiday; 
Whereas we must honor and express the Nation’s gratitude 
to all veterans for their unwavering commitment to coun-
try, justice, and democracy; and 
Whereas as the Nation reaffirms its obligation to provide vet-
erans and their families with the essential support they 
were promised and have earned: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes and honors the courage, service, and 
sacrifice of all veterans and their historic contributions 
to the United States; 
(2) encourages the people of the United States to 
demonstrate their support for Veterans Day each year 
by treating that day as a special day of reflection;
•HRES 1665 EH 
establish a program for these officers and members to enforce 
that chapter.’’. 
(b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The analysis for that 
chapter is further amended by adding at the end the fol-
lowing new item: 
‘‘100. Enforcement of coastwise trade laws.’’. 
(c) REPORT.—The Secretary of the department in which 
the Coast Guard is operating shall submit a report to the 
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the 
House of Representatives and the Senate Committee on Com-
merce, Science, and Transportation within 1 year after the 
date of enactment of this Act on the enforcement strategies 
and enforcement actions taken to enforce the coastwise trade 
laws. 
SEC. 217. REPORT ON SEXUAL ASSAULTS IN THE COAST GUARD. 
(a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than January 15 of each 
year, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall submit a re-
port on the sexual assaults involving members of the Coast 
Guard to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastruc-
ture and the Committee on Homeland Security of the House 
of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, 
and Transportation of the Senate. 
(b) CONTENTS.—The report required under subsection 
(a) shall contain the following: 
(1) The number of sexual assaults against members 
of the Coast Guard, and the number of sexual assaults
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(3) encourages schools and teachers to educate stu-
dents on the historic contributions veterans have made 
to the country and its history, both while serving as 
members of the United States Armed Forces and after 
completing their service; and 
(4) requests that the President issue a proclamation 
each year in connection with the observance of Veterans 
Day calling on the people of the United States to recog-
nize the historic contribution of all veterans by observing 
that day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1623 
Supporting the goals and ideals of a national day of remembrance for United 
States nuclear weapons program workers and uranium miners, millers, 
and haulers. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
SEPTEMBER 15, 2010 
Ms. BERKLEY (for herself and Mr. WAMP) submitted the following resolution; 
which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform 
RESOLUTION 
Supporting the goals and ideals of a national day of remem-
brance for United States nuclear weapons program work-
ers and uranium miners, millers, and haulers. 
Whereas hundreds of thousands of men and women have 
served the United States in building its nuclear defense 
since World War II including uranium miners, millers, 
and haulers; 
Whereas these dedicated United States workers paid a high 
price for their service and have developed disabling or 
fatal illnesses as a result of exposures to beryllium, ion-
izing radiation, toxic substances, and other hazards that 
are unique to the production and testing of nuclear weap-
ons; 
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•HRES 1623 IH 
Whereas these workers were put at individual risk without 
their knowledge and consent in order to develop a nuclear 
weapons program; 
Whereas in 2009, Congress recognized the contribution, serv-
ice, and sacrifice of these patriotic men and women; 
Whereas a National Day of Remembrance time capsule has 
been crossing the country the past year collecting the sto-
ries of United States nuclear workers and artifacts from 
the Nation’s nuclear defense era; and 
Whereas these stories and artifacts reinforce the importance 
of recognizing these nuclear workers: Now, therefore, be 
it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) supports the goals and ideals of a national 
day of remembrance for United States nuclear weap-
ons program workers and uranium miners, millers, 
and haulers; and 
(2) encourages the people of the United States 
to support and participate in appropriate cere-
monies, programs, and other activities to recognize 
a national day of remembrance for past and current 
United States nuclear weapons program workers and 
uranium miners, millers, and haulers. 
Æ 
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117TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION H. R. 3992 
AN ACT 
To amend the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 
1967 to prohibit employers from limiting, segregating, 
or classifying applicants for employment. 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa-
tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,
IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1624 
Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Coastal States Organization, and 
for other purposes. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
SEPTEMBER 15, 2010 
Mr. FARR (for himself, Mr. BAIRD, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Ms. BORDALLO, Mrs. 
CAPPS, Ms. EDWARDS of Maryland, Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA, Mr. HONDA, 
Mr. JONES, Ms. LEE of California, Mr. MORAN of Virginia, Mr. 
PIERLUISI, Mr. THOMPSON of California, Mr. WU, Ms. WASSERMAN 
SCHULTZ, Mr. DOGGETT, Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. GEORGE MILLER of Cali-
fornia, and Mr. MCDERMOTT) submitted the following resolution; which 
was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Coastal States 
Organization, and for other purposes. 
Whereas the Coastal States Organization, also known as 
CSO, in 2010 is celebrating its 40th anniversary rep-
resenting the Governors of the Nation’s 35 coastal 
States, commonwealths, and territories on issues related 
to the sound management of coastal, ocean, and Great 
Lakes resources; 
Whereas the CSO was created by a resolution, endorsed 
unanimously, by the National Governors Conference in 
1969; 
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•HRES 1624 IH 
Whereas the CSO held its first meeting in Savannah, Geor-
gia, in January 1970; 
Whereas the CSO will celebrate its 40th anniversary in Mon-
terey, California, in October 2010; 
Whereas the CSO was empowered to contribute to the devel-
opment and operation of the National Coastal Zone Man-
agement Program, established by the Coastal Zone Man-
agement Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. 1451 et seq.); 
Whereas the CSO is a nonpartisan organization, comprised of 
economically, environmentally, geographically, and so-
cially diverse States, territories, and commonwealths; 
Whereas the CSO serves as a communicator for the governors 
to Congress and the executive branch on coastal, ocean, 
and Great Lakes policy, programs, and affairs; and 
Whereas the States, territories, and commonwealths have a 
responsibility to work with the Federal Government to 
manage and conserve the public trust in coastal and 
ocean ecosystems and the quality of life in coastal com-
munities for the benefit of current and future genera-
tions: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes the 40th anniversary of the 
Coastal States Organization; and 
(2) supports the role of States, territories, and 
commonwealths in the stewardship of coastal, ocean, 
and Great Lakes resources. 
Æ 
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•HRES 1625 IH 
Whereas these institutions already have in place the resources 
needed to address short-term and long-term impacts of 
the oil spill on animals and habitats in the Gulf of Mexico 
region; 
Whereas Federal agencies, such as the National Oceanic and 
Atmospheric Administration and the United States Fish 
and Wildlife Service, have identified zoos and aquariums 
as important partners in the rescue and rehabilitation ef-
forts of the wildlife impacted by the oil spill; 
Whereas the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is a 
nonprofit organization that since its founding in 1924 
has been dedicated to advancing the work of zoos and 
aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, 
science, and recreation; 
Whereas 210 AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums are found 
in 46 States, where they enhance the local economies, 
support more than 126,000 jobs, and attract 180 million 
visitors annually; 
Whereas AZA-accredited institutions are dedicated to train-
ing teachers and supporting science education; 
Whereas the AZA Species Survival Plan program asserts the 
dedication of these institutions to protecting endangered 
species; 
Whereas AZA-accredited institutions provide an opportunity 
for the public to engage in conservation efforts, with 
more than 60,000 people investing 3,000,000 hours vol-
unteering at zoos and aquariums annually; 
Whereas 70 AZA-accredited institutions have contributed to 
the rescue and rehabilitation efforts in the Gulf of Mex-
ico; and 
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Whereas 11 AZA-accredited aquariums are part of the na-
tional Marine Mammal Stranding Network, assisting with 
rescue and rehabilitation efforts of animals affected by 
the oil spill: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) commends the response of zoos, aquariums, 
and other wildlife organizations in their rescue and 
rehabilitation efforts in the Gulf of Mexico region 
following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill; 
(2) acknowledges the important role of zoos, 
aquariums, and other wildlife organizations in re-
sponding to environmental disasters; and 
(3) expresses support for the expertise and con-
tributions of zoos, aquariums, and other wildlife or-
ganizations to conservation programs, science edu-
cation, and community development. 
Æ 
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data sources and data systems to more ef-
fectively identify and address individual 
student learning needs; 
‘‘(ii) support personalized student 
learning, including through instructional 
software and digital content that supports 
the learning needs of each student, or 
through providing access to high-quality 
courses and instructors otherwise not avail-
able except through technology and online 
learning; and 
‘‘(iii) conduct other activities con-
sistent with research-based or innovative 
systemic school redesign, including activi-
ties that increase parental involvement. 
‘‘(b) FORMULA GRANTS; IMPROVING TEACHING AND 
LEARNING THROUGH TECHNOLOGY.—A local educational 
agency that receives funds through a subgrant under sec-
tion 2412(a)(2)(A), shall carry out activities to improve 
student learning, technology literacy, and achievement in 
the area of priority identified under section 2415(c)(4), 
as follows: 
‘‘(1) Use not less than 40 percent of such funds 
for professional development activities that are 
aligned with activities supported under section 2123 
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•HRES 1627 IH 
Whereas the Northwest Labor Press has the third largest 
paid circulation in the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan 
area with nearly 60,000 subscribers; 
Whereas, for 110 years, the Northwest Labor Press has been 
instrumental in providing news and information in print 
and online to workers and retirees around the Pacific 
Northwest that goes unreported by other media; 
Whereas the Northwest Labor Press is committed to pro-
tecting a worker’s right to organize by providing an ave-
nue for open communications between union members 
and the labor community as a whole; encouraging the 
purchase and use of union-made goods and services; and 
endorsing State, local, and Federal policies that support 
workers; 
Whereas, in 1910, the Labor Press added a column on wom-
en’s interests that later focused on news about women’s 
suffrage and other civil rights; 
Whereas the Labor Press continues to provide a comprehen-
sive calendar of union meetings for workers in the North-
west; and 
Whereas the Northwest Labor Press is a national model for 
quality, in-depth reporting on labor issues: Now, there-
fore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives recog-
nizes the 110th anniversary of the Northwest Labor Press. 
Æ 
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IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1628 
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to efforts 
to extend the Health Coverage Tax Credit to provide access to affordable 
healthcare for Delphi retirees and other eligible individuals. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
SEPTEMBER 16, 2010 
Mr. KILDEE submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Ways and Means 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with 
respect to efforts to extend the Health Coverage Tax 
Credit to provide access to affordable healthcare for Del-
phi retirees and other eligible individuals. 
Whereas Delphi Corporation was spun off from General Mo-
tors in 1999, making it the largest auto supplier in the 
United States; 
Whereas Delphi Corporation entered bankruptcy protection in 
2005, cutting over 35,000 jobs nationwide; 
Whereas Delphi exited bankruptcy in October 2009; 
Whereas in February 2009, Delphi announced it would elimi-
nate healthcare benefits for salaried retirees; 
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•HRES 1628 IH 
Whereas the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (herein-
after referred to as the ‘‘PBGC’’) terminated Delphi’s 
pension plan and became the trustee in July 2009; 
Whereas 20,000 Delphi salaried retirees may see their pen-
sion benefits cut by as much as 70 percent under the 
PBGC; 
Whereas retirees over age 55 receiving pension benefits from 
the PBGC are eligible to receive the Health Coverage 
Tax Credit; 
Whereas the Health Coverage Tax Credit currently pays 80 
percent of qualified health plan premiums for Delphi re-
tirees and other eligible individuals; 
Whereas the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act in-
cluded the TAA Health Coverage Improvement Act of 
2009 that expanded the Health Coverage Tax Credit; and 
Whereas the TAA Health Coverage Improvement Act of 2009 
is set to expire on December 31, 2010, causing drastic 
increases in health insurance premiums for Delphi retir-
ees and other individuals receiving the Health Coverage 
Tax Credit: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That it is the sense of the House of Rep-
resentatives that the Health Coverage Tax Credit should 
be extended by the end of the year to help Delphi retirees 
and other eligible individuals receive affordable healthcare. 
Æ 
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•HRES 1665 EH 
by members of the Coast Guard, that were reported to 
military officials during the year covered by such report, 
and the number of the cases so reported that were sub-
stantiated. 
(2) A synopsis of, and the disciplinary action taken 
in, each substantiated case. 
(3) The policies, procedures, and processes imple-
mented by the Secretary concerned during the year cov-
ered by such report in response to incidents of sexual as-
sault involving members of the Coast Guard concerned. 
(4) A plan for the actions that are to be taken in 
the year following the year covered by such report on the 
prevention of and response to sexual assault involving 
members of the Coast Guard concerned. 
SEC. 218. HOME PORT OF COAST GUARD VESSELS IN GUAM. 
Section 96 of title 14, United States Code, is amended— 
(1) by striking ‘‘a State of the United States’’ and 
inserting ‘‘the United States or Guam’’; and 
(2) by inserting ‘‘or Guam’’ after ‘‘outside the 
United States’’. 
SEC. 219. SUPPLEMENTAL POSITIONING SYSTEM. 
Not later than 180 days after date of enactment of this 
Act, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast 
Guard is operating in consultation with the Commandant of 
the Coast Guard shall conclude their study of whether a sin-
•HRES 1629 IH 
Army, and the United States as a whole: Now, therefore, 
be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) honors Colonel Stephen E. Buyer for his 
service of 30 years on the occasion of his retirement 
from the Army Reserve on September 16, 2010; 
(2) commends Colonel Buyer for his dedication 
and commitment to excellence as an Army Reserve 
Judge Advocate Officer and leader; 
(3) recognizes the tremendous dedication and 
fortitude with which Colonel Buyer has led an exem-
plary career in public service, having balanced his 
time in the Army Reserve with the demanding duties 
of his roles as husband, father, community leader, 
citizen-soldier, and Member of Congress with con-
summate professionalism and boundless devotion to 
each role; and 
(4) recognizes Colonel Buyer as a soldier, lead-
er, and statesman, for displaying the highest levels 
of leadership, professional competence, integrity, and 
moral courage throughout his distinguished military 
service. 
Æ 
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IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 162 
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Ways and Means 
in the One Hundred Eleventh Congress. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
FEBRUARY 11, 2009 
Mr. RANGEL (for himself and Mr. CAMP) submitted the following resolution; 
which was referred to the Committee on House Administration 
RESOLUTION 
Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on 
Ways and Means in the One Hundred Eleventh Congress. 
Resolved, 
SECTION 1. AMOUNTS FOR COMMITTEE EXPENSES. 
For the expenses of the Committee on Ways and 
Means (hereafter in this resolution referred to as the 
‘‘Committee’’), including the expenses of all staff salaries, 
there shall be paid, out of the applicable accounts of the 
House of Representatives for committee salaries and ex-
penses, not more than $20,789,331.46 for the One Hun-
dred Eleventh Congress. 
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•HRES 162 IH 
SEC. 2. SESSION LIMITATIONS. 
Of the amount specified in section 1— 
(1) not more than $10,141,137.30 shall be 
available for expenses incurred during the period be-
ginning at noon on January 3, 2009, and ending im-
mediately before noon on January 3, 2010; and 
(2) not more than $10,648,194.16 shall be 
available for expenses incurred during the period be-
ginning at noon on January 3, 2010, and ending im-
mediately before noon on January 3, 2011. 
SEC. 3. VOUCHERS. 
Payments under this resolution shall be made on 
vouchers authorized by the Committee, signed by the 
Chairman of the Committee, and approved in the manner 
directed by the Committee on House Administration. 
SEC. 4. REGULATIONS. 
Amounts made available under this resolution shall 
be expended in accordance with regulations prescribed by 
the Committee on House Administration. 
Æ 
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