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III 
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 285 
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES 
JUNE 25, 2010 
Received 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the important role that fathers play in the lives 
of their children and families and supporting the goals 
and ideals of designating 2010 as the Year of the Father. 
Whereas Father’s Day was founded in 1910 by Mrs. John B. 
Dodd after attending a Mother’s Day celebration in 1909 
and believing that fathers should receive the same rec-
ognition; 
Whereas Mrs. John B. Dodd, Sonora Smart Dodd, founded 
the day in celebration of her father, William Smart; 
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Whereas William Smart, a Civil War veteran, raised six chil-
dren on his own after the death of his wife; 
Whereas Spokane, Washington, recognized and hosted the 
first celebration of Father’s Day on June 19, 1910; 
Whereas in 1924, President Calvin Coolidge recognized Fa-
ther’s Day and urged States to follow suit; 
Whereas in 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed a 
proclamation calling for the third Sunday in June to be 
recognized as Father’s Day and requested that flags be 
flown that day on all government buildings; 
Whereas President Richard Nixon signed a proclamation in 
1972 permanently observing Father’s Day on the third 
Sunday in June; 
Whereas Father’s Day is celebrated in over 50 countries 
around the world; 
Whereas there are an estimated 64.3 million fathers around 
the Nation today; 
Whereas it is well documented that children involved with lov-
ing fathers are significantly more likely to have healthy 
self-esteems, exhibit empathy and prosocial behavior, 
avoid high risk behaviors, have reduced antisocial behav-
ior and delinquency in boys, have better peer relation-
ships, and have higher occupational mobility relative to 
parents; 
Whereas fathers who live with their children are more likely 
to have a close, enduring relationship with their children 
than those who do not; and 
Whereas the 100th anniversary of Father’s Day will be cele-
brated in Spokane, Washington, on June 20, 2010: Now, 
therefore, be it 
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Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That Congress— 
(1) recognizes the important role that fathers 
play in the lives of their children and families; and 
(2) supports the goals and ideals of the Year of 
the Father. 
Passed the House of Representatives June 24, 2010. 
Attest: 
LORRAINE C. MILLER, 
Clerk. 
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In the Senate of the United States, 
June 28, 2010. 
Resolved, That the resolution from the House of Rep-
resentatives (H. Con. Res. 286) entitled ‘‘Concurrent resolu-
tion recognizing the 235th birthday of the United States 
Army.’’, do pass with the following 
AMENDMENT: 
Strike the preamble and insert the following: 
Whereas on June 14, 1775, the Second Continental Congress, 
representing the citizens of 13 American colonies, author-
ized the establishment of the Continental Army; 
Whereas for the past 235 years, the United States Army’s cen-
tral mission has been to fight and win wars; 
Whereas the 183 campaign streamers from Lexington to Iraqi 
Surge carried on the Army flag are a testament to the 
valor, commitment, and sacrifice of the brave members of 
the United States Army; 
Whereas members of the United States Army have won extraor-
dinary distinction and respect for the Nation and its 
Army stemming from engagements around the globe;
•HCON 302 IH 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That the Congress, in recognition of the long 
history of the Social Security Act in providing Americans 
with a valuable source of security— 
(1) honors the American leaders who worked in 
a bipartisan fashion to author and pass this critical 
social insurance program into law; 
(2) acknowledges the importance of Social Se-
curity to our society as a reliable, stable source of 
income for retired seniors, disabled workers, and the 
dependents of deceased workers; and 
(3) commits itself to preserving the funda-
mental right to Social Security benefits in retire-
ment for future generations of Americans. 
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† HCON 286 EAS 
Whereas in 2010, the United States will reflect on the contribu-
tions of members of the United States Army on the Korean 
peninsula in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of 
the Korean War; 
Whereas the motto on the United States Army seal, ‘‘This We’ll 
Defend’’, is the creed by which the members of the Army 
live and serve; 
Whereas the United States Army is an all-volunteer force that 
is trained and ready for any adversary that might threat-
en our Nation or its national security interests; and 
Whereas no matter what the cause, location, or magnitude of 
future conflicts, the United States can rely on its well- 
trained, well-led, and highly motivated members of the 
United States Army to successfully carry out the missions 
entrusted to them: Now, therefore, be it 
Strike all after the resolving clause and insert the 
following: 
That Congress— 
(1) expresses its appreciation to the members of 
the United States Army for 235 years of dedicated 
service; and 
(2) honors the valor, commitment, and sacrifice 
that members of the United States Army, their fami-
† HCON 286 EAS 
lies, and Army civilians have displayed throughout 
the history of the Army. 
Attest: 
Secretary.
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 286 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Whereas, on June 14, 1775, the Second Continental Con-
gress, representing the citizens of 13 American colonies, 
authorized the establishment of the Continental Army; 
Whereas the collective expression of the pursuit of personal 
freedom caused the authorization and organization of the 
United States Army, led to the adoption of the Declara-
tion 
of 
Independence, 
and 
prompted 
the
•HCON 286 EH 
codification of the new Nation’s basic principles and val-
ues in the Constitution; 
Whereas for the past 235 years, the United States Army’s 
central mission has been to fight and win wars; 
Whereas the 183 campaign streamers from Lexington to 
Iraqi Surge carried on the Army flag are a testament to 
the valor, commitment, and sacrifice of the brave mem-
bers of the United States Army; 
Whereas members of the United States Army have won ex-
traordinary distinction and respect for the Nation and its 
Army stemming from engagement around the globe; 
Whereas in 2010, the United States will reflect on the con-
tributions of members of the United States Army on the 
Korean peninsula in commemoration of the 60th anniver-
sary of the Korean War; 
Whereas the motto on the United States Army seal, ‘‘This 
We’ll Defend’’, is the creed by which the members of the 
Army live and serve; 
Whereas the United States Army is an all-volunteer force 
that is trained and ready to conduct full spectrum oper-
ations in an era of persistent conflict; and 
Whereas no matter what the cause, location, or magnitude of 
future conflicts, the United States can rely on its well- 
trained, well-led, and highly motivated members of the 
United States Army to successfully carry out the mis-
sions entrusted to them: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That Congress—
•HCON 286 EH 
(1) expresses its appreciation to the members of 
the United States Army for 235 years of dedicated 
service; 
(2) honors the valor, commitment, and sacrifice 
that members of the United States Army, their fam-
ilies, and Army civilians have displayed throughout 
the history of the Army; and 
(3) calls upon the President to issue a procla-
mation— 
(A) recognizing the 235th birthday of the 
United States Army and the dedicated service 
of its members; and 
(B) calling upon the people of the United 
States to observe the anniversary with appro-
priate ceremonies and activities. 
Passed the House of Representatives June 17, 2010. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 286 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the 235th birthday of the United 
States Army.
•HCON 288 IH 
Whereas the National Men’s Health Week Web site has been 
established at www.menshealthweek.org and features 
Governors’ proclamations and National Men’s Health 
Week events; 
Whereas men who are educated about the value that preven-
tive health can play in prolonging their lifespan and their 
role as productive family members will be more likely to 
participate in health screenings; 
Whereas men and their families are encouraged to increase 
their awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle, 
regular exercise, and medical checkups; and 
Whereas June 14 through June 20, 2010, is National Men’s 
Health Week, which has the purpose of heightening the 
awareness of preventable health problems and encour-
aging early detection and treatment of disease among 
men and boys: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That Congress— 
(1) supports the annual National Men’s Health 
Week; and 
(2) requests that the President of the United 
States issue a proclamation calling upon the people 
of the United States and interested groups to ob-
serve National Men’s Health Week with appropriate 
ceremonies and activities. 
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•HCON 287 IH 
(1) recognizes the 60th anniversary of Associ-
ated Builders and Contractors; 
(2) encourages Associated Builders and Con-
tractors to continue its 60-year commitment to rep-
resenting the merit shop construction industry; and 
(3) directs the Clerk of the House of Represent-
atives to make available enrolled copies of this reso-
lution to Associated Builders and Contractors for 
appropriate display. 
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III 
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 289 
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES 
JULY 12, 2010 
Received; considered and agreed to 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make 
a technical correction in the enrollment of H.R. 3360. 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That in the enrollment of the bill (H.R. 3360) 
to amend title 46, United States Code, to establish re-
quirements to ensure the security and safety of passengers 
and crew on cruise vessels, and for other purposes, the 
Clerk of the House of Representatives shall make the fol-
lowing 
correction: 
In 
section 
4(b), 
strike 
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111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 289 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That in the enrollment of the bill (H.R. 3360) 
to amend title 46, United States Code, to establish re-
quirements to ensure the security and safety of passengers 
and crew on cruise vessels, and for other purposes, the 
Clerk of the House of Representatives shall make the fol-
lowing 
correction: 
In 
section 
4(b), 
strike
•HCON 289 EH 
‘‘Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2004’’ 
the second place it appears and insert ‘‘Coast Guard and 
Maritime Transportation Act of 2006’’. 
Passed the House of Representatives June 30, 2010. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 289 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives 
to make a technical correction in the enrollment 
of H.R. 3360.
H. Con. Res. 289 
Agreed to July 12, 2010
One Hundred Eleventh Congress 
of the 
United States of America 
AT THE SECOND SESSION 
Begun and held at the City of Washington on Tuesday, 
the fifth day of January, two thousand and ten 
Concurrent Resolution 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concur-
ring), That in the enrollment of the bill (H.R. 3360) to amend 
title 46, United States Code, to establish requirements to ensure 
the security and safety of passengers and crew on cruise vessels, 
and for other purposes, the Clerk of the House of Representatives 
shall make the following correction: In section 4(b), strike ‘‘Coast 
Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2004’’ the second place 
it appears and insert ‘‘Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation 
Act of 2006’’. 
Attest: 
Clerk of the House of Representatives. 
Attest: 
Secretary of the Senate.
IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 289 
Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a technical 
correction in the enrollment of H.R. 3360. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JUNE 24, 2010 
Mr. CUMMINGS submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was re-
ferred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in ad-
dition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be sub-
sequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of 
such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make 
a technical correction in the enrollment of H.R. 3360. 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That in the enrollment of the bill (H.R. 3360) 
to amend title 46, United States Code, to establish re-
quirements to ensure the security and safety of passengers 
and crew on cruise vessels, and for other purposes, the 
Clerk of the House of Representatives shall make the fol-
lowing correction: In section 4(b), strike ‘‘Coast Guard 
and Maritime Transportation Act of 2004’’ the second 
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•HCON 289 IH 
place it appears and insert ‘‘Coast Guard and Maritime 
Transportation Act of 2006’’. 
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I 
111TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION H. R. 1201 
To increase the safety for crew and passengers on an aircraft providing 
emergency medical services. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
FEBRUARY 25, 2009 
Mr. SALAZAR (for himself and Mr. DANIEL E. LUNGREN of California) intro-
duced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Trans-
portation and Infrastructure 
A BILL 
To increase the safety for crew and passengers on an aircraft 
providing emergency medical services. 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa-
tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, 
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 
This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Air Medical Safety 
Act’’. 
SEC. 2. INCREASING SAFETY FOR CREW AND PASSENGERS 
ON AN AIRCRAFT PROVIDING EMERGENCY 
MEDICAL SERVICES. 
(a) COMPLIANCE REGULATIONS.—Not later than 18 
months after the date of enactment of this Act, a pilot 
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•HCON 290 EH 
Whereas Congress directed the Secretary of Commerce to 
take all actions necessary to eliminate or reduce, to the 
maximum extent possible, the impediments to commerce 
in electronic signatures, for the purpose of facilitating the 
development of interstate and foreign commerce; and 
Whereas June 30, 2010, marks the 10th anniversary of the 
enactment of ESIGN and would be an appropriate date 
to designate as ‘‘National ESIGN Day’’: Now, therefore, 
be it 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That Congress— 
(1) supports the designation of a ‘‘National 
ESIGN Day’’; 
(2) recognizes the previous contribution made 
by Congress to the adoption of modern solutions 
that keep the United States on the leading techno-
logical edge; and 
(3) reaffirms its commitment to facilitating 
interstate and foreign commerce in an increasingly 
digital world. 
Passed the House of Representatives July 1, 2010. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 290 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for designation of June 30 as 
‘‘National ESIGN Day’’.
•HCON 85 EH 
gency needs, then new budget authority and outlays 
resulting therefrom shall not count for the purposes 
of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 or this res-
olution. 
SEC. 403. POINT OF ORDER AGAINST ADVANCE APPROPRIA-
TIONS. 
(a) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in subsection 
(b), any bill, joint resolution, amendment, or conference 
report making a general appropriation or continuing ap-
propriation may not provide for advance appropriations. 
(b) EXCEPTIONS.—An advance appropriation may be 
provided for fiscal year 2011 for programs, projects, ac-
tivities, or accounts identified in the report to accompany 
this resolution or the joint explanatory statement of man-
agers to accompany this resolution under the heading ‘‘Ac-
counts Identified for Advance Appropriations’’ in an ag-
gregate amount not to exceed $28,852,000,000 in new 
budget authority, and for 2012, accounts separately iden-
tified under the same heading. 
(c) DEFINITION.—In this section, the term ‘‘advance 
appropriation’’ means any new discretionary budget au-
thority provided in a bill or joint resolution making gen-
eral appropriations or any new discretionary budget au-
thority provided in a bill or joint resolution making con-
III 
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 290 
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES 
JULY 13, 2010 
Received and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and 
Transportation 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for designation of June 30 as ‘‘National 
ESIGN Day’’. 
Whereas the Electronic Signatures in Global and National 
Commerce Act (ESIGN) was enacted on June 30, 2000, 
to ensure that a signature, contract, or other record re-
lating to a transaction may not be denied legal effect, va-
lidity, or enforceability solely because it is in electronic 
form; 
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Whereas Congress directed the Secretary of Commerce to 
take all actions necessary to eliminate or reduce, to the 
maximum extent possible, the impediments to commerce 
in electronic signatures, for the purpose of facilitating the 
development of interstate and foreign commerce; and 
Whereas June 30, 2010, marks the 10th anniversary of the 
enactment of ESIGN and would be an appropriate date 
to designate as ‘‘National ESIGN Day’’: Now, therefore, 
be it 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That Congress— 
(1) supports the designation of a ‘‘National 
ESIGN Day’’; 
(2) recognizes the previous contribution made 
by Congress to the adoption of modern solutions 
that keep the United States on the leading techno-
logical edge; and 
(3) reaffirms its commitment to facilitating 
interstate and foreign commerce in an increasingly 
digital world. 
Passed the House of Representatives July 1, 2010. 
Attest: 
LORRAINE C. MILLER, 
Clerk. 
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•HCON 292 EH 
Whereas the first aircraft flight occurred in the United 
States, and the United States operates the largest and 
safest aviation system in the world; 
Whereas the United States aerospace industry is a powerful, 
reliable source of employment, innovation, and export in-
come, directly employing 831,000 people in the United 
States and supporting more than 2,000,000 jobs in re-
lated fields; 
Whereas space exploration is a source of inspiration that cap-
tures the interest of young people; 
Whereas aerospace education is an important component of 
science, technology, engineering, and mathematics edu-
cation and helps to develop the science and technology 
workforce in the United States; 
Whereas aerospace innovation has led to the development of 
advanced meteorological forecasting, which has saved 
lives around the world; 
Whereas aerospace innovation has led to the development of 
the Global Positioning System, which has strengthened 
national security and increased economic productivity; 
Whereas the aerospace industry assists and protects members 
of the Armed Forces with military communications, un-
manned aerial systems, situational awareness, and sat-
ellite-guided ordnances; and 
Whereas the third week in September is an appropriate week 
to observe ‘‘National Aerospace Week’’: Now, therefore, 
be it 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That the Congress—
•HCON 292 EH 
(1) supports the goals and ideals of ‘‘National 
Aerospace Week’’; and 
(2) recognizes the contributions of the aero-
space industry to the history, economy, security, and 
educational system of the United States. 
Passed the House of Representatives July 21, 2010. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 292 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Supporting the goals and ideals of National 
Aerospace Week, and for other purposes.
H. Con. Res. 292 
Agreed to September 13, 2010
One Hundred Eleventh Congress 
of the 
United States of America 
AT THE SECOND SESSION 
Begun and held at the City of Washington on Tuesday, 
the fifth day of January, two thousand and ten 
Concurrent Resolution 
Whereas the missions to the Moon by the National Aeronautics 
and Space Administration are recognized around the globe as 
one of the most outstanding achievements of humankind; 
Whereas the United States is a leader in the International Space 
Station, the first permanent human habitation and scientific lab-
oratory in space; 
Whereas the first aircraft flight occurred in the United States, 
and the United States operates the largest and safest aviation 
system in the world; 
Whereas the United States aerospace industry is a powerful, reliable 
source of employment, innovation, and export income, directly 
employing 831,000 people in the United States and supporting 
more than 2,000,000 jobs in related fields; 
Whereas space exploration is a source of inspiration that captures 
the interest of young people; 
Whereas aerospace education is an important component of science, 
technology, engineering, and mathematics education and helps 
to develop the science and technology workforce in the United 
States; 
Whereas aerospace innovation has led to the development of 
advanced meteorological forecasting, which has saved lives around 
the world; 
Whereas aerospace innovation has led to the development of the 
Global Positioning System, which has strengthened national secu-
rity and increased economic productivity; 
Whereas the aerospace industry assists and protects members of 
the Armed Forces with military communications, unmanned 
aerial systems, situational awareness, and satellite-guided ord-
nances; and 
Whereas the third week in September is an appropriate week 
to observe ‘‘National Aerospace Week’’: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concur-
ring), That the Congress— 
(1) supports the goals and ideals of ‘‘National Aerospace 
Week’’; and
H. Con. Res. 292—2 
(2) recognizes the contributions of the aerospace industry 
to the history, economy, security, and educational system of 
the United States. 
Attest: 
Clerk of the House of Representatives. 
Attest: 
Secretary of the Senate.