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cluding such bills being introduced in almost every State 
and at least 31 of such bills having been signed into law 
in 18 States; 
Whereas there is much more work to be done to ensure all 
citizens of the United States have the right to vote 
through free, fair, and accessible elections, and Congress 
must exercise its Constitutional authority to protect the 
right to vote; 
Whereas National Voter Registration Day is September 22; 
and 
Whereas September 2021 would be an appropriate month to 
designate as ‘‘National Voting Rights Month’’ and to en-
sure that, through the registration of voters and aware-
ness of elections, the democracy of the United States in-
cludes all citizens of the United States: Now, therefore, 
be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) expresses support for the designation of 
‘‘National Voting Rights Month’’; 
(2) encourages all people in the United States 
to uphold the right of every citizen to exercise the 
sacred and fundamental right to vote; 
(3) encourages Congress to pass— 
(A) the For the People Act of 2021 (S. 
2093 and H.R. 1 of the 117th Congress), to in-
crease voters’ access to the ballot, prohibit the 
use of deceptive practices to intimidate voters, 
end gerrymandering, create automatic voter 
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(3) Representative Maxine Waters of California 
be censured with the public reading of this resolu-
tion by the Speaker; and 
(4) Representative Maxine Waters of California 
should immediately apologize for these remarks and 
resign from office to allow an individual more befit-
ting of the respect of the people of the United States 
to represent California’s 43th District. 
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H. Res. 6 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
January 3, 2021. 
Resolved, That pursuant to the Legislative Pay Act of 
1929, as amended, the six minority employees authorized 
therein shall be the following named persons, effective Janu-
ary 3, 2021, until otherwise ordered by the House, to-wit: 
Dan Meyer, James Min, Natalie Joyce, Will Dunham, 
Machalagh Carr, and Matt Sparks, each to receive gross com-
pensation pursuant to the provisions of House Resolution 
119, Ninety-fifth Congress, as enacted into permanent law by 
section 115 of Public Law 95–94. In addition, the Minority 
Leader may appoint and set the annual rate of pay for up 
to 3 further minority employees. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
IV 
117TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 737 
Expressing support for the designation of October 25, 2021, as ‘‘National 
Beauty and Wellness Education Day’’ by promoting the importance of 
the Nation’s licensed beauty and wellness professionals and the valued 
role of institutions of higher education that educate students for careers 
in the thriving beauty and wellness sector. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 21, 2021 
Mr. SOTO submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Education and Labor 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for the designation of October 25, 2021, 
as ‘‘National Beauty and Wellness Education Day’’ by 
promoting the importance of the Nation’s licensed beauty 
and wellness professionals and the valued role of institu-
tions of higher education that educate students for ca-
reers in the thriving beauty and wellness sector. 
Whereas employment of— 
(1) massage therapists is projected to grow 19.2 per-
cent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average 
for all occupations reported by Bureau of Labor Statis-
tics; 
(2) skincare specialists (estheticians) is projected to 
grow 16.6 percent from 2019 to 2029, faster than aver-
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(1) the STAR House, which provided housing to 
homeless LGBTQ+ youth in the 1970s to 1980s; 
(2) the first Pride Parade Route, which started at 
Washington Place in New York City in 1970; 
(3) the Henry Gerber House, which was the meeting 
spot for the Society for Human Rights; and 
(4) Castro Camera, Harvey Milk’s photography 
store, which also served as his campaign headquarters; 
Whereas the places mentioned are historic and worthy of pre-
serving for the benefit of all; 
Whereas preserving and maintaining historic sites is crucial 
in telling the stories of the past and allowing citizens of 
the United States to understand and embrace their herit-
age; 
Whereas preserving LGBTQ+ historic sites contribute to the 
cultural well-being of the United States as they are phys-
ical reminders of America’s commitment to tolerance, ac-
ceptance, and equality; 
Whereas LGBTQ+ Americans have contributed to every as-
pect of United States society, including the fine arts, 
education, business, literature, journalism, sports, fash-
ion, politics, government, the military, music, science, 
medicine, engineering, technology, and other fields in the 
United States; 
Whereas only 10 LGBTQ+ historic places are registered 
with the National Park Service; 
Whereas LGBTQ+ people share the hopes and aspirations of 
the people of the United States for peace and prosperity 
throughout the Western Hemisphere and the rest of the 
world; and 
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Whereas October is recognized as LGBTQ+ History Month: 
Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes the contributions of LGBTQ+ 
people as a significant part of the history, progress, 
and heritage of the United States; 
(2) believes that LGBTQ+ history should be 
preserved by the National Park Service; 
(3) encourages the National Park Service to 
honor the contributions of LGBTQ+ Americans 
through direct action, including but not limited to— 
(A) increasing the number of LGBTQ+ 
sites listed in the National Register of Historic 
Places; 
(B) awarding preservation grants from the 
Historic Preservation Fund to LGBTQ+ his-
torical sites; and 
(C) conducting and sponsoring research in 
preservation of historic LGBTQ+ sites; and 
(4) affirms its commitment to celebrating the 
legacy of LGBTQ+ people. 
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disease, nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, and cirrhosis of 
the liver. 
Æ 
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IV 
117TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 708 
Expressing support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his 
impact on the Italian-American community, and recognizing the second 
Monday in October as ‘‘Columbus Day’’. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 8, 2021 
Mr. GARBARINO (for himself and Mr. AMODEI) submitted the following 
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for the recognition of Christopher Colum-
bus and his impact on the Italian-American community, 
and recognizing the second Monday in October as ‘‘Co-
lumbus Day’’. 
Whereas, on October 12, 1492, Christopher Columbus arrived 
in the New World and changed the course of history; 
Whereas Christopher Columbus’s discoveries played an inte-
gral role in the founding of the United States and the 
American continents; 
Whereas Christopher Columbus has been honored for genera-
tions as a pillar of American heritage and culture; 
Whereas over the course of generations, Christopher Colum-
bus has become a hero to the Italian-American commu-
nity for his passion and commitment to discovery; and 
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Whereas Christopher Columbus represents the intrepid spirit 
of the Italian-American community: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) supports the observance of the second Mon-
day in October as ‘‘Columbus Day’’; and 
(2) honors the contributions of the Italian- 
American community in our society thanks to the in-
fluence of Christopher Columbus. 
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IV 
117TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 709 
Recognizing that the land that is now known as the United States of America 
was originally inhabited by indigenous peoples known as Native Ameri-
cans, Native Hawaiians, and Alaska Natives. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 8, 2021 
Ms. NORTON submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Natural Resources 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing that the land that is now known as the United 
States of America was originally inhabited by indigenous 
peoples known as Native Americans, Native Hawaiians, 
and Alaska Natives. 
Whereas a land acknowledgment is a formal statement that 
recognizes and respects indigenous peoples as the original 
and traditional stewards of a given geographic area and 
the enduring relationship that exists between indigenous 
peoples and their ancestral lands; 
Whereas a formal statement of a land acknowledgment is a 
proper method to recognize the traditions of indigenous 
peoples and ancestral land; 
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Whereas a land acknowledgment is a practice that honors 
and respects contemporary indigenous peoples’ connection 
to their ancestral lands; 
Whereas a land acknowledgment is an expression of gratitude 
and appreciation to Tribes who first resided in this coun-
try; 
Whereas a land acknowledgment serves as a reminder and a 
reflection on the impacts of colonialism, past and present; 
Whereas a land acknowledgment recognizes indigenous peo-
ples’ voices that have been devalued in past contexts; 
Whereas a land acknowledgment is a way to show both grati-
tude and appreciation for those who were first on the 
land and encourages a broadening of awareness of indige-
nous peoples; and 
Whereas it is encouraged that formal land acknowledgments 
be performed at introductions of public and ceremonial 
events: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) honors the legacy of indigenous peoples who 
inhabited the land before the establishment of the 
United States of America and continue to live in re-
lationship with their ancestral homelands today, and 
recognizes their significance and ongoing contribu-
tions to the United States; and 
(2) calls on State and local governments to en-
courage formal land acknowledgments, whether 
verbal or written, before public or ceremonial events. 
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Whereas agricultural cooperatives add significant benefits to 
the economic well-being of rural America by providing 
over 250,000 jobs with annual wages totaling over $8 bil-
lion; 
Whereas agricultural cooperatives provide resources such as 
low-cost supplies, effective marketing, and services to 
their member-owners; 
Whereas farmer members in agricultural cooperatives have 
the opportunity to pool resources and reinvest profits into 
its members’ communities; 
Whereas the principles of cooperation and the cooperative 
business model help smallholder farmers organize them-
selves and gain access to local and global markets, train-
ing, improved inputs, and aggregated sales and mar-
keting; 
Whereas the cooperative business model provides farmers 
ownership over their economic decisions, a focus on learn-
ing, and a broader understanding of environmental and 
social concerns; 
Whereas the cooperative business model has been used 
throughout American history to advance civil rights and 
to help ensure that all people have equal access to eco-
nomic opportunity; 
Whereas cooperative values promote self-determination and 
democratic rights for all people; 
Whereas the comprehensive global food security strategy es-
tablished under section 5 of the Global Food Security Act 
of 2016 (22 U.S.C. 9304) (commonly known as ‘‘Feed 
the Future’’) and the Cooperative Development Program 
of the United States Agency for International Develop-
ment use cooperative principles and the cooperative busi-
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Whereas, in April 1977, the Atlanta Braves retired Mr. Aar-
on’s Number 44, erected a statue in his honor in 1982, 
and named the address of their second home, Turner 
Field, as 755 Hank Aaron Drive; 
Whereas Mr. Aaron is an integral part of Mobile, Alabama, 
history and has been recognized by the city through the 
construction of a stadium, opening of a museum, and 
naming of a park, in his honor; 
Whereas, in 1982, his first year of eligibility, Mr. Aaron was 
elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame, receiving 97.8 per-
cent of the vote, the second-highest tally at the time only 
to Ty Cobb; 
Whereas, on the 25th anniversary of Mr. Aaron’s 715th home 
run, Major League Baseball created the Hank Aaron 
Award, given annually to the players with the best overall 
offensive performances in each league; 
Whereas, in 2002, Mr. Aaron received the Presidential Medal 
of Freedom, the Nation’s highest civilian award, from 
President George W. Bush, with the citation noting that 
Mr. Aaron ‘‘embodies the true spirit of our Nation’’; and 
Whereas, at the time of his passing, Mr. Aaron was long re-
nowned for having uplifted the Black community and im-
proved human relations over his career through his tre-
mendous display of dignity and long record of achieve-
ment in the face of racism and hate, cementing his legacy 
as a leading figure for civil rights: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) honors the life and legacy of Henry Louis 
Aaron for his accomplishments on and off the base-
ball field, and for defying racism and breaking down 
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racial barriers in the fight for equality as one of the 
last Major League Baseball All-Stars to have played 
in the Negro leagues; 
(2) proclaims that Henry Louis Aaron indeed 
embodied the true spirit and promise of our Nation, 
reflected the best of the determination and persever-
ance of the people of the United States, and exem-
plified the indomitable will of Black Americans to 
overcome impossible odds to achieve greatness in the 
face of relentless adversity and racism; and 
(3) recognizes the life and legacy of Henry 
Louis Aaron as an important figure in the fight for 
civil rights, as well as one of the greatest and most 
prolific baseball players and professional athletes of 
the United States, of all time. 
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IV 
117TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 710 
Urging the people of the United States to observe the month of October 
2021 as Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 8, 2021 
Mr. PASCRELL (for himself, Mr. AMODEI, Mr. SUOZZI, Mr. GARBARINO, Mr. 
PALLONE, Mr. DEFAZIO, Mr. PANETTA, Ms. SALAZAR, Mr. RYAN, Mr. 
PETERS, Mr. HIGGINS of New York, Mr. CICILLINE, Ms. DELAURO, and 
Ms. STEFANIK) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to 
the Committee on Oversight and Reform 
RESOLUTION 
Urging the people of the United States to observe the month 
of October 2021 as Italian and Italian-American Herit-
age Month. 
Whereas Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month is an 
appropriate time to recognize the enormous contributions 
the Italian and Italian-American people have made to 
this country and the world throughout our history, in-
cluding generals, admirals, doctors, philosophers, states-
men, musicians, athletes, and Nobel laureates; 
Whereas Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month is held 
to salute the Italian and Italian-American community 
and to exhibit appreciation for their culture and their 
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heritage that have immeasurably enriched the lives of the 
people of this Nation and the world; 
Whereas the strength and success of the United States, the 
vitality of our communities, and the effectiveness of our 
American society depend, in great measure, upon the dis-
tinctive and sterling qualities demonstrated by people of 
diverse races, heritages, and ethnicities, exemplified by 
members of the Italian and Italian-American community, 
who share with us their rich and unique heritage; and 
Whereas it is fitting and proper that October 2021 be ob-
served as Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month 
throughout the United States: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That in order to recognize the enormous 
contributions Italian and Italian-American people have 
made to this country and the world throughout our his-
tory, the House of Representatives urges the people of the 
United States to acknowledge Italian and Italian-Amer-
ican Heritage Month and to observe the month with ap-
propriate events and activities. 
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IV 
117TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 711 
Expressing support for the designation of October 2021 as ‘‘National Co- 
Op Month’’ and commending the cooperative business model and the 
member-owners, businesses, employees, farmers, ranchers, and practi-
tioners that use the cooperative business model to positively impact 
the economy and society. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 8, 2021 
Mr. POCAN (for himself, Mr. BAIRD, Mr. CASE, Mr. KIND, and Mr. WELCH) 
submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee 
on Energy and Commerce 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for the designation of October 2021 as 
‘‘National Co-Op Month’’ and commending the coopera-
tive business model and the member-owners, businesses, 
employees, farmers, ranchers, and practitioners that use 
the cooperative business model to positively impact the 
economy and society. 
Whereas during the global COVID–19 pandemic, cooperatives 
have taken extraordinary steps to serve their member- 
owners and communities; 
Whereas a cooperative— 
(1) is a business that is owned and governed by its 
members, who are the individuals who use the business, 
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create the products of the business, or manage the oper-
ation of the business; and 
(2) operates under the 7 principles of— 
(A) voluntary open membership; 
(B) democratic control; 
(C) owner economic participation; 
(D) autonomy and independence; 
(E) education, training, and information; 
(F) cooperation among cooperatives; and 
(G) concern for community; 
Whereas cooperative entrepreneurs can be found in almost 
every economic sector in the United States, throughout 
all 50 States and territories, and every congressional dis-
trict in the United States; 
Whereas cooperatives help farmers increase incomes and be-
come more resilient to economic business cycles by work-
ing together to plan and prepare for the future, while 
contributing significantly to the economic activity in the 
United States agriculture and food markets; 
Whereas the roughly 1,800 agricultural cooperatives in Amer-
ica operate more than 8,000 facilities, employ $96 billion 
in assets, and generate nearly $204 billion in business; 
Whereas the majority of America’s 2 million farmers belong 
to an agricultural cooperative; 
Whereas agricultural cooperatives offer members the oppor-
tunity to tap into the commodity value-added profits 
throughout the handling, processing, and distribution 
chains; 
Whereas member-owners in agricultural cooperatives are 
dedicated to providing the highest quality product for 
consumers; 
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amendments described in section 6 of this resolution; and (3) 
one motion to recommit. 
SEC. 6. After debate pursuant to section 5 of this resolu-
tion, each further amendment printed in part D of the report 
of the Committee on Rules shall be considered only in the 
order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member 
designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be 
debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided 
and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, may be 
withdrawn by the proponent at any time before the question 
is put thereon, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall 
not be subject to a demand for division of the question. All 
points of order against the further amendments printed in 
part D of the report of the Committee on Rules are waived. 
SEC. 7. Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in 
order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 3992) to amend 
the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 to pro-
hibit employers from limiting, segregating, or classifying ap-
plicants for employment. All points of order against consider-
ation of the bill are waived. In lieu of the amendment in the 
nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on 
Education and Labor now printed in the bill, an amendment 
in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules 
Committee Print 117–14 shall be considered as adopted. The 
bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of