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IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1291 
Expressing support for designation of the week beginning May 9, 2010, 
as National Nursing Home Week. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
APRIL 22, 2010 
Mr. ARCURI submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Energy and Commerce 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for designation of the week beginning 
May 9, 2010, as National Nursing Home Week. 
Whereas more than 1,500,000 elderly and disabled individ-
uals receive care daily in the nearly 16,000 nursing facili-
ties in the United States; 
Whereas the annual celebration of National Nursing Home 
Week invites people in communities nationwide to recog-
nize nursing home residents and staff for their contribu-
tions to their communities; 
Whereas the theme for National Nursing Home Week in 
2010 is ‘‘Enriching Every Day’’, honoring those who are 
‘‘Enriching Every Day’’ for others, thus adding value to 
life and overcoming many of the infirmities of age and 
disability; 
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Whereas nursing homes are intimate communities where acts 
of caring, kindness, and respect are the norm; 
Whereas the positive bond that naturally develops between 
patients and their caregivers is established, patients expe-
rience not only better physical care and healing, but also 
enrichment of the mind, heart, and spirit, which is an af-
firmation of their value; 
Whereas National Nursing Home Week recognizes the people 
who provide care to the Nation’s most vulnerable popu-
lation; and 
Whereas the week beginning May 9, 2010, would be an ap-
propriate week to designate as National Nursing Home 
Week: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) supports the designation of a National 
Nursing Home Week; 
(2) recognizes that a majority of people in the 
United States, because of social needs, disability, 
trauma, or illness, will require long-term care serv-
ices at some point in their lives; 
(3) honors nursing home patients and the peo-
ple who care for them each day, including family 
members, volunteers, and dedicated long-term care 
professionals, for their contributions to their commu-
nities and the United States; and 
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(4) encourages the people of the United States 
to observe National Nursing Home Week with ap-
propriate ceremonies and activities. 
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H. Res. 1292 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
May 19, 2010. 
Whereas the Emporia State University (ESU) Lady Hornet 
basketball team defeated the Fort Lewis Skyhawks by a 
score of 65 to 53 to win the 2010 NCAA Women’s Divi-
sion II National Championship in St. Joseph, Missouri, 
on March 26, 2010; 
Whereas this is ESU’s first ever women’s national basketball 
championship and the first national championship in any 
sport since being crowned the 1984 NCAA NAIA Wom-
en’s Softball National Champions; 
Whereas the ESU coaching staff of head coach Brandon 
Schneider and assistant coaches Jory Collins and Kiel 
Unruh guided the Lady Hornets to a final record of 30 
wins and only 5 losses; 
Whereas the 2010 National Champions consisted of seniors 
Cassondra Boston, Jamie Augustyn, Lacy Corker, and 
Sophia Lenard, juniors Ashley Ferrell, Negesti Taylor, 
Kayla Krueger, Dava Logsdon, and Alli Volkens, sopho-
more Brittney Miller, and freshmen Rachel Hanf, Jocelyn 
Cummings, and Kelsey Newman; 
Whereas ESU was led by the overall Most Outstanding Play-
er of the tournament, Alli Volkens, who recorded 16
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points, 15 rebounds, and five blocks in the championship 
game; and 
Whereas the students, staff, alumni, and friends of Emporia 
State University along with the city of Emporia, Kansas, 
deserve much credit for their support of the Lady Hornet 
basketball team: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) congratulates the Emporia State University 
Lady Hornet basketball team for winning the 2010 
NCAA Division II National Championship; and 
(2) recognizes the achievements of all the team’s 
players, coaches, and support staff. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1292 
Congratulating the Emporia State University Lady Hornets women’s basket-
ball team for winning the 2010 NCAA Division II National Champion-
ship. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
APRIL 22, 2010 
Mr. MORAN of Kansas submitted the following resolution; which was referred 
to the Committee on Education and Labor 
RESOLUTION 
Congratulating the Emporia State University Lady Hornets 
women’s basketball team for winning the 2010 NCAA 
Division II National Championship. 
Whereas the Emporia State University (ESU) Lady Hornet 
basketball team defeated the Fort Lewis Skyhawks by a 
score of 65 to 53 to win the 2010 NCAA Women’s Divi-
sion II National Championship in St. Joseph, Missouri, 
on March 26, 2010; 
Whereas this is ESU’s first ever women’s national basketball 
championship and the first national championship in any 
sport since being crowned the 1984 NCAA NAIA Wom-
en’s Softball National Champions; 
Whereas the ESU coaching staff of head coach Brandon 
Schneider and assistant coaches Jory Collins and Kiel 
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113TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. R. 1684 
AN ACT 
To convey certain property to the State of Wyoming to 
consolidate the historic Ranch A, and for other purposes. 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa-
tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,
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Unruh guided the Lady Hornets to a final record of 30 
wins and only 5 losses; 
Whereas the 2010 National Champions consisted of seniors 
Cassondra Boston, Jamie Augustyn, Lacy Corker, and 
Sophia Lenard, juniors Ashley Ferrell, Negesti Taylor, 
Kayla Krueger, Dava Logsdon, and Alli Volkens, sopho-
mores Jessen Tucker and Brittney Miller, and freshmen 
Rachel Hanf, Jocelyn Cummings, and Kelsey Newman; 
Whereas ESU was led by the overall Most Outstanding Play-
er of the tournament, Alli Volkers, who recorded 16 
points, 15 rebounds, and five blocks in the championship 
game; and 
Whereas the students, staff, alumni, and friends of Emporia 
State University along with the city of Emporia, Kansas, 
deserve much credit for their support of the Lady Hornet 
basketball team: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) congratulates the Emporia State University 
Lady Hornet basketball team for winning the 2010 
NCAA Division II National Championship; and 
(2) recognizes the achievements of all the 
team’s players, coaches, and support staff. 
Æ 
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H. Res. 1293 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
April 27, 2010. 
Whereas ‘‘National Child Abuse Prevention Month’’ is ob-
served in April 2010; 
Whereas in 2008, out of an estimated 6,000,000 children re-
ferred for investigations and assessments, approximately 
772,000 children were determined to be victims of abuse 
and neglect; 
Whereas in 2008, an estimated 1,740 children died as a re-
sult of abuse and neglect; 
Whereas in 2008, an estimated 80 percent of the children 
who died due to abuse and neglect were under the age 
of 4; 
Whereas in 2008, of the children under the age of 4 who died 
due to abuse and neglect, the majority were under the 
age of 1; 
Whereas abused and neglected children have a higher risk in 
adulthood for developing health problems, including alco-
holism, depression, drug abuse, eating disorders, obesity, 
suicide, and certain chronic diseases; 
Whereas a National Institute of Justice study indicated that 
abused and neglected children are 11 times more likely 
to be arrested for delinquent behavior as juveniles, and
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are 2.7 times more likely to be arrested for violent and 
criminal behavior as adults; 
Whereas an estimated 1/3 of abused and neglected children 
grow up to abuse or neglect their own children; 
Whereas providing community-based services to families im-
pacted by child abuse and neglect is less costly than the 
emotional and physical damage inflicted on children who 
have been abused and neglected, providing services to 
abused and neglected children (including child protective, 
law enforcement, court, foster care, or health care serv-
ices), or providing treatment to adults recovering from 
child abuse; and 
Whereas child abuse and neglect has long-term economic and 
societal costs: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) expresses support for the goals and ideals of 
National Child Abuse Prevention Month; 
(2) recognizes and applauds the national and com-
munity organizations that work to promote awareness 
about child abuse and neglect, including by identifying 
risk factors and developing prevention strategies; and 
(3) supports efforts to— 
(A) increase public awareness of prevention 
programs relating to child abuse and neglect; and
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(B) reduce the incidence of child abuse and ne-
glect in the United States. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1293 
Expressing support for the goals and ideals of National Child Abuse 
Prevention Month. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
APRIL 22, 2010 
Mrs. BIGGERT (for herself and Mr. WALDEN) submitted the following 
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and Labor 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for the goals and ideals of National Child 
Abuse Prevention Month. 
Whereas ‘‘National Child Abuse Prevention Month’’ is ob-
served in April 2010; 
Whereas in 2008, out of an estimated 6,000,000 children re-
ferred for investigations and assessments, approximately 
772,000 children were determined to be victims of abuse 
or neglect; 
Whereas in 2008, an estimated 1,740 children died as a re-
sult of abuse or neglect; 
Whereas in 2008, an estimated 80 percent of the children 
who died due to abuse or neglect were under the age of 
4; 
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Whereas in 2008, of the children under the age of 4 who died 
due to abuse or neglect, the majority were under the age 
of 1; 
Whereas abused or neglected children have a higher risk in 
adulthood for developing health problems, including alco-
holism, depression, drug abuse, eating disorders, obesity, 
suicide, and certain chronic diseases; 
Whereas a National Institute of Justice study indicated that 
abused or neglected children are 11 times more likely to 
be arrested for criminal behavior as juveniles, and are 2.7 
times more likely to be arrested for violent and criminal 
behavior as adults; 
Whereas an estimated 1⁄3 of abused or neglected children 
grow up to abuse or neglect their own children; 
Whereas providing community-based services to families im-
pacted by child abuse or neglect is less costly than the 
emotional and physical damage inflicted on children who 
have been abused or neglected, providing services to 
abused or neglected children (including child protective, 
law enforcement, court, foster care, or health care serv-
ices), or providing treatment to adults recovering from 
child abuse; and 
Whereas child abuse or neglect has long-term economic and 
societal costs: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) expresses support for the goals and ideals of 
National Child Abuse Prevention Month; 
(2) recognizes and applauds the national and 
community organizations that work to promote 
awareness about child abuse or neglect, including by 
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identifying risk factors and developing prevention 
strategies; and 
(3) supports efforts to— 
(A) increase public awareness of prevention 
programs relating to child abuse or neglect; and 
(B) reduce the incidence of child abuse or 
neglect in the United States. 
Æ 
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H. Res. 1294 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
May 11, 2010. 
Whereas the bomb and mine disposal profession was created 
in April 1941; 
Whereas members of Explosive Ordnance Disposal organiza-
tions perform a dangerous and selfless task often without 
recognition, risking their lives on behalf of the United 
States; 
Whereas the United States will forever be in debt to per-
sonnel in the profession of explosive ordnance disposal for 
their bravery and sacrifice in times of peace and war; 
Whereas people in the United States should express their rec-
ognition and gratitude for members of the Explosive Ord-
nance Disposal profession; and 
Whereas the first Saturday in May would be an appropriate 
date to observe as National Explosive Ordnance Disposal 
Day: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives supports 
the designation of National Explosive Ordnance Disposal Day 
to honor those who are serving and have served in the noble
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and self-sacrificing profession of Explosive Ordnance Disposal 
in the United States Armed Forces. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1294 
Expressing support for designation of the first Saturday in May as National 
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Day to honor those who are serving and 
have served in the noble and self-sacrificing profession of Explosive 
Ordnance Disposal in the United States Armed Forces. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
APRIL 22, 2010 
Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida (for herself and Mr. BOREN) submitted 
the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Over-
sight and Government Reform 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for designation of the first Saturday 
in May as National Explosive Ordnance Disposal Day 
to honor those who are serving and have served in the 
noble and self-sacrificing profession of Explosive Ord-
nance Disposal in the United States Armed Forces. 
Whereas the bomb and mine disposal profession was created 
in April 1941; 
Whereas members of Explosive Ordnance Disposal organiza-
tions perform a dangerous and selfless task often without 
recognition, risking their lives on behalf of the United 
States; 
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H. Res. 1295 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
May 6, 2010. 
Whereas Mother’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of 
each May; 
Whereas the first official Mother’s Day was observed on May 
10, 1908, in Grafton, West Virginia, and Philadelphia, 
Pennsylvania; 
Whereas 2010 is the 102nd anniversary of the first official 
Mother’s Day observation; 
Whereas in 1908, Elmer Burkett, a U.S. senator from Ne-
braska, proposed making Mother’s Day a national holi-
day; 
Whereas in 1914, Congress passed a resolution designating 
the second Sunday of May as Mother’s Day; 
Whereas it is estimated that there are more than 82,000,000 
mothers in the United States; 
Whereas mothers have made immeasurable contributions to-
ward building strong families, thriving communities, and 
ultimately a strong Nation; 
Whereas the services rendered to the children of the United 
States by their mothers have strengthened and inspired 
the Nation throughout its history;
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Whereas George Washington said, ‘‘My mother was the most 
beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my moth-
er. I attribute all my success in life to the moral, intellec-
tual, and physical education I received from her.’’; 
Whereas Abraham Lincoln said, ‘‘All that I am or ever hope 
to be, I owe to my angel mother.’’; 
Whereas we honor ourselves and mothers in the United 
States when we revere and emphasize the importance of 
the role of the home and family as the true foundation 
of the Nation; 
Whereas mothers continue to rise to the challenge of raising 
their families with love, understanding, and compassion, 
while overcoming the challenges of modern society; and 
Whereas May 9, 2010, is recognized as Mother’s Day: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives celebrates 
the role of mothers in the United States and supports the 
goals and ideals of Mother’s Day. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
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Whereas it is estimated that there are more than 82,000,000 
mothers in the United States; 
Whereas mothers have made immeasurable contributions to-
ward building strong families, thriving communities, and 
ultimately a strong Nation; 
Whereas the services rendered to the children of the United 
States by their mothers have strengthened and inspired 
the Nation throughout its history; 
Whereas George Washington said, ‘‘My mother was the most 
beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my moth-
er. I attribute all my success in life to the moral, intellec-
tual, and physical education I received from her.’’; 
Whereas Abraham Lincoln said, ‘‘All that I am or ever hope 
to be, I owe to my angel mother.’’; 
Whereas we honor ourselves and mothers in the United 
States when we revere and emphasize the importance of 
the role of the home and family as the true foundation 
of the Nation; 
Whereas mothers continue to rise to the challenge of raising 
their families with love, understanding, and compassion, 
while overcoming the challenges of modern society; and 
Whereas May 9, 2010, is recognized as Mother’s Day: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives cele-
brates the role of mothers in the United States and sup-
ports the goals and ideals of Mother’s Day. 
Æ 
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tended by as many as 10,000 scientists, students, exhibi-
tors, and members of the scientific press; 
Whereas attendees at ASCB Annual Meetings present the re-
sults of their own research and attend other presen-
tations on cutting-edge advances in cell biology; 
Whereas the ASCB publishes influential publications includ-
ing the scientific journal Molecular Biology of the Cell, 
the quarterly journal CBE—Life Sciences Education, 
and the monthly ASCB Newsletter; 
Whereas ASCB committees provide members with opportuni-
ties to advance research, further collaboration, improve 
biology education, attract, retain, and further the profes-
sional development of underrepresented minority and fe-
male scientists, communicate science to the public, edu-
cate government officials about science, and further ca-
reer development for all scientists; and 
Whereas the ASCB is proud to count among its members the 
recipients of many prestigious national and international 
scientific awards including National Academies of Science 
membership, Lasker Awards, and 24 Nobel Prizes: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) congratulates the American Society for Cell 
Biology (ASCB) on its 50th anniversary of service to 
the basic biomedical research community; 
(2) recognizes and celebrates the work of le-
gions of ASCB volunteers and dedicated staff; 
(3) expresses the gratitude of the United States 
people to the members of the basic biomedical re-
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search community for their contributions to the im-
provement of the health and well-being of the citi-
zens of the Nation; 
(4) recognizes the role the ASCB and its mem-
bers play in developing future generations of cell bi-
ologists and other life scientists, increasing the num-
bers of underrepresented minorities in science, and 
mentoring women and early career scientists; and 
(5) recognizes the role the ASCB and its mem-
bers play in communicating biomedical advances to 
the public and educating government officials in the 
development of science-based policies. 
Æ 
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H. Res. 1297 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
May 18, 2010. 
Whereas American Craft Beer Week is annually celebrated in 
breweries, restaurants, and beer stores by craft brewers 
and home brewers nationwide; 
Whereas in 2010, American Craft Beer Week is celebrated 
from May 17 to May 23; 
Whereas craft brewers operate smaller breweries, each pro-
ducing less than 2,000,000 barrels per year, and produce 
high-quality beers using traditional brewing techniques; 
Whereas more than 1,500 craft breweries are in business 
across the United States; 
Whereas in 2009, 110 new breweries opened, creating jobs 
and improving economies in communities across the 
United States; 
Whereas in 2009, American craft breweries produced more 
than 9,000,000 barrels of beer, which was 500,000 more 
barrels than in 2008; 
Whereas American craft brewers export more than 1,300,000 
gallons of beer abroad and are creating new markets and 
new international opportunities each year;
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Whereas American craft brewers employ nearly 100,000 full- 
and 
part-time 
workers 
and 
generate 
more 
than 
$3,000,000,000 in wages and benefits; 
Whereas American craft brewers support American agri-
culture by purchasing barley, malt, and hops grown, 
processed, and distributed in the United States; 
Whereas American craft brewers increase awareness of the 
differences in the flavor, aroma, color, alcohol content, 
body, and other complex variables of beer, as well as his-
toric brewing traditions dating back to colonial America; 
Whereas American craft brewers champion the message of re-
sponsible enjoyment to their customers and work with 
their communities to prevent alcohol abuse and underage 
drinking; 
Whereas American craft brewers are frequently involved in 
local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism, 
and sponsorship of community events; 
Whereas craft brewing harnesses the innovative spirit of the 
United States, creating new and unique styles of beers 
that consistently win international quality and taste 
awards; and 
Whereas increased Federal and State support of craft brew-
ing is important to fostering growth of an American in-
dustry that creates jobs, greatly benefits the economy, 
and brings international accolades to American small 
businesses: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) supports the goals and ideals of American Craft 
Beer Week, as founded by the Brewers Association;
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(2) recognizes the significant contributions of craft 
brewers to the economy of the United States; and 
(3) encourages beer-lovers of the United States to 
celebrate American Craft Beer Week through events at 
microbreweries, brewpubs, and beer stores across the 
United States to appreciate the accomplishments of craft 
brewers. 
Attest: 
Clerk.