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House Calendar No. 3 
109TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 71 
[Report No. 109–3] 
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 418) to establish and rapidly 
implement regulations for State driver’s license and identification docu-
ment security standards, to prevent terrorists from abusing the asylum 
laws of the United States, to unify terrorism-related grounds for inadmis-
sibility and removal, and to ensure expeditious construction of the San 
Diego border fence. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
FEBRUARY 8, 2005 
Mr. SESSIONS, from the Committee on Rules, reported the following resolu-
tion; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed 
RESOLUTION 
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 418) to establish 
and rapidly implement regulations for State driver’s li-
cense and identification document security standards, to 
prevent terrorists from abusing the asylum laws of the 
United States, to unify terrorism-related grounds for in-
admissibility and removal, and to ensure expeditious con-
struction of the San Diego border fence. 
Resolved, That at any time after the adoption of this 
resolution the Speaker may, pursuant to clause 2(b) of
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rule XVIII, declare the House resolved into the Committee 
of the Whole House on the state of the Union for consider-
ation of the bill (H.R. 418) to establish and rapidly imple-
ment regulations for State driver’s license and identifica-
tion document security standards, to prevent terrorists 
from abusing the asylum laws of the United States, to 
unify terrorism-related grounds for inadmissibility and re-
moval, and to ensure expeditious construction of the San 
Diego border fence. The first reading of the bill shall be 
dispensed with. All points of order against consideration 
of the bill are waived. General debate shall be confined 
to the bill and shall not exceed one hour and 40 minutes, 
with 40 minutes equally divided and controlled by the 
chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee 
on the Judiciary; 40 minutes equally divided and con-
trolled by the chairman and ranking minority member of 
the Committee on Government Reform; and 20 minutes 
equally divided and controlled by the chairman and rank-
ing minority member of the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity. After general debate the Committee of the Whole 
shall rise without motion. No further consideration of the 
bill shall be in order except pursuant to a subsequent order 
of the House.
House Calendar No. 3 
109TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 71 
[Report No. 109–3] 
RESOLUTION 
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 418) 
to establish and rapidly implement regulations 
for State driver’s license and identification docu-
ment security standards, to prevent terrorists 
from abusing the asylum laws of the United 
States, to unify terrorism-related grounds for in-
admissibility and removal, and to ensure expedi-
tious construction of the San Diego border fence. 
FEBRUARY 8, 2005 
Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be 
printed
IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 856 
Recognizing the national marine sanctuaries program as critical to managing 
the ocean and Great Lake resources of the United States, and com-
mending local and State partners and volunteers of the program for 
their contribution. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JUNE 8, 2006 
Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN (for herself, Mrs. CAPPS, Mr. DELAHUNT, Mr. CASE, Mr. 
FARR, Mr. DAVIS of Florida, Ms. PELOSI, Mr. GILCHREST, Mr. GEORGE 
MILLER of California, and Ms. ESHOO) submitted the following resolu-
tion; which was referred to the Committee on Resources 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the national marine sanctuaries program as crit-
ical to managing the ocean and Great Lake resources 
of the United States, and commending local and State 
partners and volunteers of the program for their con-
tribution. 
Whereas the oceans and Great Lakes are critical areas of life- 
sustaining resources that the Nation must resolve to pro-
tect for present and future generations; 
Whereas the national marine sanctuaries program is a vital 
thread in the larger fabric of ocean science, conservation, 
and education, and influences how the people of the 
United States understand and care for the oceans; 
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IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 480 
Permitting individuals to be admitted to the Hall of the House in order 
to obtain footage of the House in session for inclusion in the orientation 
film to be shown to visitors at the Capitol Visitor Center. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 6, 2005 
Mr. DREIER (for himself and Ms. SLAUGHTER) submitted the following 
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules 
RESOLUTION 
Permitting individuals to be admitted to the Hall of the 
House in order to obtain footage of the House in session 
for inclusion in the orientation film to be shown to visi-
tors at the Capitol Visitor Center. 
Resolved, That the Speaker, in consultation with the 
minority leader, may designate individuals to be admitted 
to the Hall of the House and the rooms leading thereto 
in order to obtain film footage of the House in session 
for inclusion in the orientation film to be shown to visitors 
at the Capitol Visitor Center. 
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H. Res. 481
In the House of Representatives, U.S., 
October 7, 2005.
Resolved, That upon the adoption of this resolution it 
shall be in order without intervention of any point of order 
to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 3893) to expedite the 
construction of new refining capacity in the United States, to 
provide reliable and affordable energy for the American peo-
ple, and for other purposes. The bill shall be considered as 
read. The amendment in the nature of a substitute rec-
ommended by the Committee on Energy and Commerce now 
printed in the bill, modified by the amendment printed in 
part A of the report of the Committee on Rules accom-
panying this resolution, shall be considered as adopted. All 
points of order against the bill, as amended, are waived. The 
previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, 
as amended, to final passage without intervening motion ex-
cept: (1) one hour of debate on the bill, as amended, equally 
divided and controlled by the chairman and ranking minority 
member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce; (2) the 
amendment in the nature of a substitute printed in part B
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of the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this 
resolution, if offered by Representative Stupak of Michigan or 
his designee, which shall be in order without intervention of 
any point of order, shall be considered as read, and shall be 
separately debatable for 40 minutes equally divided and con-
trolled by the proponent and an opponent; and (3) one mo-
tion to recommit with or without instructions. 
Attest:
Clerk.
•HRES 720 IH 
images that provoked America to reexamine its 
ideals; and 
(2) urges the President to take appropriate 
measure to encourage the celebration and remem-
brance of Gordon Parks many significant achieve-
ments. 
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(1) supports the goals and ideal of an annual 
National Time Out Day as designated by the Asso-
ciation of periOperative Registered Nurses for ensur-
ing patient safety and optimal outcomes in the oper-
ating room; and 
(2) congratulates perioperative nurses and rep-
resentatives of surgical teams for working together 
to protect patient safety during all operative and 
other invasive procedures. 
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Whereas the program, consisting of more than 400 partner-
ships, exemplifies cooperation between a Federal agency 
and State and local partners, and these partnerships har-
ness the experience of scientists and other experts to fur-
ther the research, monitoring, education, outreach, and 
enforcement goals of the program; 
Whereas the 13 designated national marine sanctuaries pro-
vide manageable and accessible areas in which partner-
ships, research centers, and educators can focus their ef-
forts, and serve as living laboratories, classrooms, and 
recreation areas for the people of the United States; 
Whereas a process is underway to designate the North-
western Hawaiian Islands Coral Reef Ecosystem Reserve 
as the 14th national marine sanctuary; 
Whereas the program depends on thousands of volunteers 
who contribute tens of thousands of hours, valued at 
hundreds of thousands of dollars, to the program; 
Whereas in 2005, approximately 3,400 volunteers donated 
more than 114,000 hours to the program; 
Whereas the program provides millions of school children and 
adults with key information and was cited in the United 
States Commission on Ocean Policy report dated Sep-
tember 20, 2004, as one of the leading forces in pro-
viding the Nation with ocean education; and 
Whereas the program is an investment in the future of the 
oceans and protects one of the largest segments of the 
United States economy, as well as the economies and 
travel and tourism industries of coastal areas: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
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IV 
110TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 99 
Commending the University of Nebraska-Lincoln volleyball team for winning 
the NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JANUARY 24, 2007 
Mr. SMITH of Nebraska (for himself, Mr. FORTENBERRY, and Mr. TERRY) 
submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee 
on Education and Labor 
RESOLUTION 
Commending the University of Nebraska-Lincoln volleyball 
team for winning the NCAA Division I Women’s 
Volleyball Championship. 
Whereas 
the 
University 
of 
Nebraska-Lincoln 
Husker 
volleyball team won the 2006 NCAA Division I Women’s 
Volleyball National Championship at the Qwest Center in 
Omaha, Nebraska, on December 16, 2006; 
Whereas Husker junior Sarah Pavan was chosen as the Na-
tion’s top collegiate female volleyball player, winning the 
2006–07 Honda Sports Award for volleyball; 
Whereas Pavan was named the ESPN the Magazine Aca-
demic All-American of the Year, becoming Nebraska’s 
234th Academic All-American and the program’s 29th 
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IV 
House Calendar No. 100 
109TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 481 
[Report No. 109–245] 
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3983) to expedite the construc-
tion of new refining capacity in the United States, to provide reliable 
and affordable energy for the American people, and for other purposes. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 6, 2005 
Mr. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART, from the Committee on Rules, reported the fol-
lowing resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered 
to be printed 
RESOLUTION 
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3983) to expe-
dite the construction of new refining capacity in the 
United States, to provide reliable and affordable energy 
for the American people, and for other purposes. 
Resolved, That upon the adoption of this resolution 
it shall be in order without intervention of any point of 
order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 3983) to 
expedite the construction of new refining capacity in the 
United States, to provide reliable and affordable energy
HRES 481 RH 
for the American people, and for other purposes. The bill 
shall be considered as read. The amendment in the nature 
of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Energy 
and Commerce now printed in the bill, modified by the 
amendment printed in part A of the report of the Com-
mittee on Rules accompanying this resolution, shall be 
considered as adopted. All points of order against the bill, 
as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be 
considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, to final pas-
sage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of 
debate on the bill, as amended, equally divided and con-
trolled by the chairman and ranking minority member of 
the Committee on Energy and Commerce; (2) the amend-
ment in the nature of a substitute printed in part B of 
the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this 
resolution, if offered by Representative Stupak of Michi-
gan or his designee, which shall be in order without inter-
vention of any point of order, shall be considered as read, 
and shall be separately debatable for 40 minutes equally 
divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent; 
and (3) one motion to recommit with or without instruc-
tions.
House Calendar No. 100 
109TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 481 
[Report No. 109–245] 
RESOLUTION 
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3983) 
to expedite the construction of new refining ca-
pacity in the United States, to provide reliable 
and affordable energy for the American people, 
and for other purposes. 
OCTOBER 6, 2005 
Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be 
printed
H. Res. 721
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
July 18, 2006.
Whereas the aftermath of 40 years of internal political tur-
moil forced hundreds of thousands of individuals in the 
Republic of El Salvador to flee that country and seek 
peace and security in a new country, the United States; 
Whereas Salvadoran-Americans constitute a significantly 
growing population in the United States, with the major-
ity living in the Los Angeles metropolitan area, the 
Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, and various other 
areas in the United States; 
Whereas the history of the United States is a rich and endur-
ing tapestry woven with the threads of many remarkable 
lives, cultures, and events, and the lives, work, and ar-
tistry of Salvadoran-Americans have added strength, vi-
tality, and purpose to that tapestry; 
Whereas the maturing Salvadoran-American community con-
tinues to make great economic and cultural contributions 
to daily life in the United States; 
Whereas many of these Salvadoran-Americans actively par-
ticipate in the United States educational system, further 
promoting their sense of American pride within commu-
nities in this country;
•HRES 721 EH 
Whereas Salvadoran-American families should have an estab-
lished day to acknowledge the contribution and value of 
their culture to the United States; 
Whereas the strength of the Salvadoran-American culture can 
be preserved and passed on to future generations; 
Whereas Salvadoran-American families, communities, and 
generations that follow are committed to maintain both 
Salvadoran and American cultures, while promoting cul-
tural interchange; 
Whereas free of prejudices and as proud men and women, 
Salvadoran-Americans participate and contribute to the 
social, educational, professional, and political systems of 
the United States; 
Whereas Salvadoran-American individuals, families, organiza-
tions, and communities in cities and States across the 
Nation wish to share the establishment of a nationally 
recognized and celebrated Salvadoran-American Day (El 
Dia del Salvadoren˜o), beginning on August 6, 2005, and 
to be celebrated by all generations that follow; 
Whereas on August 6, 1525, the official founding of Villa De 
San Salvador was declared in the Valle de las Hamacas 
(Valley of the Hammocks) where the indigenous ances-
tors of El Salvador fought historic battles against the 
submission and abuse of Spanish colonialism in order to 
preserve the life and liberty of the Cuscatleco population; 
and 
Whereas August 6 is a day of recognition for Salvadoran-
Americans to celebrate throughout the United States: 
Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives supports 
the goals and ideals of a Salvadoran-American Day (El Dia
•HRES 721 EH 
del Salvadoren˜o) in recognition of all Salvadoran-Americans 
for their hard work, dedication, and contribution to the sta-
bility and well-being of the United States. 
Attest:
Clerk.
H. Res. 826
In the House of Representatives, U.S., 
June 19, 2006.
Whereas about 42 million children participate in organized 
sports each year; 
Whereas children participating in organized sports tend to 
perform better in school, develop excellent interpersonal 
skills, and lead healthier lives; 
Whereas organized youth sports help children increase their 
self-esteem, develop an appreciation of health and fitness, 
and become leaders within the community; 
Whereas organized youth sports provide for regular physical 
activity and help combat increasing rates of childhood 
obesity; 
Whereas the Congressional Caucus on Youth Sports was cre-
ated, with great help and support from the Citizenship 
Through Sports Alliance, Positive Coaching Alliance, and 
National Recreation and Park Association, to restore the 
focus in youth sports on the child’s experience and char-
acter development; 
Whereas far too many children quit participating in youth 
sports at a young age, many telling coaches and parents, 
‘‘It just wasn’t fun anymore’’; 
Whereas the National Recreation and Park Association has 
designated July as Parks and Recreation Month;
H. Res. 483
In the House of Representatives, U.S., 
December 19 (legislative day, December 18), 2005.
Whereas the American Bar Association’s National Teen Dat-
ing Violence Prevention (TDVPI) is a federally funded, 
comprehensive program that is aimed at putting a stop 
to the incidence of teen dating violence; 
Whereas the TDVPI together with parents, schools and com-
munities intends to positively impact the way teens view 
and value themselves and others; 
Whereas the TDVPI is designed to teach and influence ap-
propriate interpersonal behavior by increasing the knowl-
edge and skills of our nation’s youth enabling them to 
form lasting and healthy relationships as adults; and 
Whereas the week of February 6, 2006 has been recognized 
as an appropriate week for activities furthering aware-
ness of teen dating violence: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives supports an 
increased awareness among parents, schools, and commu-
•HRES 483 EH 
nities that dating violence is a criminal act and the ideals of 
the National Teen Dating Violence and Prevention Week. 
Attest:
Clerk.
•HRES 721 IH 
social, educational, professional, and political systems of 
the United States; 
Whereas Salvadoran-American individuals, families, organiza-
tions, and communities in cities and States across the 
Nation wish to share the establishment of a nationally 
recognized and celebrated Salvadoran-American Day (El 
Dia del Salvadoren˜o), beginning on August 6, 2005, and 
to be celebrated by all generations that follow; 
Whereas on August 6, 1525, the official founding of Villa De 
San Salvador was declared in the Valle de las Hamacas 
(Valley of the Hammocks) where the indigenous ances-
tors of El Salvador fought historic battles against the 
submission and abuse of Spanish colonialism in order to 
preserve the life and liberty of the Cuscatleco population; 
and 
Whereas August 6 is a day of recognition for Salvadoran- 
Americans to celebrate throughout the United States: 
Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives supports 
the goals and ideals of a Salvadoran-American Day (El 
Dia del Salvadoren˜o) in recognition of all Salvadoran- 
Americans for their hard work, dedication, and contribu-
tion to the stability and well-being of the United States. 
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IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 483 
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Teen Dating Violence Awareness 
and Prevention Week. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 6, 2005 
Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD submitted the following resolution; which was 
referred to the Committee on Government Reform 
RESOLUTION 
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Teen Dating 
Violence Awareness and Prevention Week. 
Whereas 1 in 3 female high school students reports being 
physically abused or sexually abused by a dating partner; 
Whereas over 40 percent of male and female high school stu-
dents surveyed had been victims of dating violence at 
least once; 
Whereas violent relationships in adolescence can have serious 
ramifications for victims, who are at higher risk for sub-
stance abuse, eating disorders, risky sexual behavior, sui-
cide, and adult re-vicimization; 
Whereas the severity of violence among intimate partners has 
been shown to increase if the pattern was established in 
adolescence;
•HRES 483 IH 
Whereas 81 percent of parents surveyed either believed dat-
ing violence is not a problem or admitted they did not 
know it is a problem; 
Whereas the week of February 6, 2006, has been recognized 
as an appropriate week for activities furthering aware-
ness of teen dating violence; and 
Whereas recognizing a ‘‘National Teen Dating Violence 
Awareness and Prevention Week’’ would benefit schools, 
communities, and families regardless of socioeconomic 
status, race, or gender: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives should 
raise awareness of teen dating violence in the Nation by 
supporting the goals and ideals of National Teen Dating 
Violence Awareness and Prevention Week. 
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