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•HCON 451 IH
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That the Congress—
(1) recognizes the importance of teaching
United States history in elementary and secondary
schools;
(2) expresses concern regarding the lack of
basic understanding of United States history among
students of all levels in the United States; and
(3) strongly supports efforts to promote the
value of education in United States history and to
ensure that students in the United States graduate
from high school with a significant understanding of
United States history.
Æ
IV
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 452
Supporting the efforts and activities of individuals, organizations, and other
entities to honor the lives of enslaved Africans in the United States
and to make reparations to their descendants for slavery and its lingering
effects.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
JULY 26, 2002
Mr. DAVIS of Illinois submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was
referred to the Committee on Government Reform
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Supporting the efforts and activities of individuals, organiza-
tions, and other entities to honor the lives of enslaved
Africans in the United States and to make reparations
to their descendants for slavery and its lingering effects.
Whereas the enslavement of Africans in the United States
was and still is a shameful mark on the United States
Government and the people of the United States;
Whereas descendants of enslaved Africans continue to experi-
ence racial discrimination, frequently manifested in the
form of hate crimes;
Whereas the United States Government, as a party to the
United Nations International Covenant on Civil and Po-
litical Rights, agrees that it cannot deny minorities the
•HCON 452 IH
right to speak their original language, practice their cul-
ture, and enjoy their religion;
Whereas African Americans are a numerical minority in the
United States and are considered a minority by the
United States Government;
Whereas due to slavery African Americans today suffer the
ongoing and permanent loss of their original language,
culture, and religion, which has resulted in incalculable
damage to themselves as individuals and as a people;
Whereas the continued rejection of the justified demands of
African Americans for reparations and the restoration of
an international political identity would be the equivalent
of the United States Government committing additional
unjustified acts against African Americans and against
the United Nations; and
Whereas numerous non profit organizations recognize August
17th as National Reparations Day: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That the Congress—
(1) supports the efforts and activities of individ-
uals, organizations, institutions, and other entities to
honor the lives of enslaved Africans in the United
States and to make reparations to their descendants
for slavery and its lingering effects; and
(2) supports the goals and intent of National
Reparations Day.
Æ
IV
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 455
To express support for the celebration in 2004 of the 150th anniversary
of the Grand Excursion of 1854.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
JULY 26, 2002
Mr. LEACH (for himself, Mr. KIND, Ms. MCCOLLUM, Mr. RAMSTAD, Mr.
OBERSTAR, Mr. SABO, Mr. NUSSLE, Mr. LUTHER, Mr. EVANS, Mr. BOS-
WELL, Mr. MANZULLO, Mr. GUTKNECHT, and Mr. LATHAM) submitted
the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee
on Government Reform
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
To express support for the celebration in 2004 of the 150th
anniversary of the Grand Excursion of 1854.
Whereas reaching the shores of the Mississippi River rep-
resented a major milestone for the westward expansion of
the system of railroad infrastructure that began on the
East Coast in the 1830s;
Whereas in 1854 the Chicago and Rock Island Railroad be-
came the first railroad to reach the Mississippi River and
that achievement was celebrated with a combined railroad
and riverboat trip known as the ‘‘Grand Excursion of
1854’’;
Whereas the Grand Excursion of 1854 began in Chicago with
a gathering of more than 1,000 dignitaries from profes-
•HCON 455 IH
neapolis, Minnesota, and in many other communities
during the sesquicentennial observance; and
(3) calls on the President of the United States,
the Secretary of Education, the Secretary of the In-
terior, the Secretary of Defense, the Assistant Sec-
retary of the Army, the Director of the National
Park Service, the Director of the United States Fish
and Wildlife Service, other public officials, and the
citizens of the United States to support, promote,
and participate in the many sesquicentennial activi-
ties being planned to commemorate the Grand Ex-
cursion of 1854.
Æ
IV
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 456
Recognizing the occasion of the Sixth World Symposium on Choral Music,
to be held August 3–10, 2002, in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
JULY 26, 2002
Ms. MCCOLLUM (for herself, Mr. RAMSTAD, Mr. LUTHER, Mr. OBERSTAR,
and Mr. SABO) submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was
referred to the Committee on International Relations
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Recognizing the occasion of the Sixth World Symposium
on Choral Music, to be held August 3–10, 2002, in
Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Whereas Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota, will host
the Sixth World Symposium on Choral Music, marking
the first time this event has been held in the United
States.
Whereas the Symposium convenes approximately 1,500 dele-
gates from around the world, including members of
prominent choirs, choral specialists, scholars, students,
and music industry representatives for lectures, rep-
ertoire reading sessions, and choral concerts;
Whereas the Sixth World Symposium on Choral Music is a
global event of the International Federation for Choral
•HCON 456 IH
Music, hosted by the American Choral Directors Associa-
tion of Minnesota;
Whereas Symposium delegates will study a wide range of cho-
ral topics, hear 25 choirs performing music indigenous to
their regions of the world, meet with colleagues from
more than 60 countries, be the first to experience new
choral works by 10 renowned composers, enjoy some of
the finest choral music of Minnesota and the Nation, and
visit an expanded World Choral Expo featuring music in-
dustry exhibits;
Whereas a prestigious group of Minnesota business and com-
munity leaders have offered their expertise and guidance,
bringing Symposium delegates the finest programs and
hospitality; and
Whereas venues in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, such as Or-
chestra Hall, Peavey Plaza, the Cathedral of Saint Paul,
the Minneapolis Convention Center, and Westminster
Presbyterian Church, will host the Symposium’s many
concerts and events: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That Congress recognizes the Sixth World
Symposium on Choral Music and expresses appreciation
for the collaboration of artistic talents and the spirit of
cross-cultural understanding that this event will bring to
Minnesota and the world.
Æ
IV
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 457
Honoring Rick Lee Schwartz and Milt Stollak, who died in a plane crash
on July 18, 2002, while fighting the Big Elk fires near Estes Park, Colorado.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
JULY 26, 2002
Mr. SCHAFFER submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was
referred to the Committee on Government Reform
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Honoring Rick Lee Schwartz and Milt Stollak, who died
in a plane crash on July 18, 2002, while fighting the
Big Elk fires near Estes Park, Colorado.
Whereas Rick Lee Schwartz was born in Choteau, Montana,
was raised in Cascade, Conrad, and Fairfield, Montana,
and attended the Emery School of Aviation in Greeley,
Colorado;
Whereas Mr. Schwartz was the loving father of two step-
children with his former wife, Brenda Cook, and the new-
lywed husband of Liz Schwartz, who is expecting their
child in November of this year;
Whereas Mr. Schwartz was a life member of the Masonic
Lodge and Eastern Star in Lewistown, Montana, and
was working as a pilot for Hawkins and Powers Aviation,
Inc. at the time of his death;
•HCON 457 IH
Whereas Mr. Schwartz was tragically killed in a plane crash
on July 18, 2002, while fighting the Big Elk fires near
Estes Park, Colorado;
Whereas Mr. Schwartz is survived, among others, by his wife,
Liz Schwartz; his father and stepmother, Stew and
Delores Schwartz; his mother, Shirley Cheek; his two
brothers, Jim and Scott Schwartz; and a baby due in No-
vember;
Whereas Milt Stollak was born in Los Angeles, California;
Whereas Mr. Stollak also died in the aforementioned plane
crash, and was, at the time, still working with Hawkins
and Powers Aviation, Inc., even though his contract with
them had already expired, due to the desperate need for
pilots able to perform firefighting duties;
Whereas Mr. Stollak is survived by his wife, Shannon
Brumley; his daughter, Brandi Stollak; and his sister,
Tina Craddock;
Whereas Clear Channel of Northern Colorado is gathering
funds to erect a memorial to the sacrifices of Mr.
Schwartz and Mr. Stollak, pilots of the Air Tanker 123
who gave their lives to protect others and America’s for-
ests;
Whereas firefighters across the Nation risk their lives and
put themselves in harm’s way everyday in order to pro-
tect life and property;
Whereas, in this year alone, 11 firefighters have died while
fighting forest fires; and
Whereas the American public owes this Nation’s firefighters
a tremendous debt of gratitude: Now, therefore, be it
grade science, mathematics, engineering, and technology
education stakeholders, including—
(1) representatives from Federal, State, and
local governments, private industries, private busi-
nesses, and professional organizations;
(2) educators;
(3) science, mathematics, engineering, and tech-
nology educational resource providers;
(4) students; and
(5) any other stakeholders the Director deter-
mines would provide useful participation in the con-
ference.
(b) PURPOSES.—The purposes of the conference con-
vened under subsection (a) shall be to—
(1) identify and gather information on existing
science, mathematics, engineering, and technology
education programs and resource providers, includ-
ing information on distribution, partners, cost as-
sessment, and derivation;
(2) determine the extent of any existing coordi-
nation between providers of curricular activities, ini-
tiatives, and units; and
(3) identify the common goals and differences
among the participants at the conference.
•HCON 457 IH
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That—
(1) the Congress honors the late Rick Lee
Schwartz and Milt Stollak, recognizing that they
were truly remarkable Americans who exemplified
the gallantry, honor, duty, virtue, and determination
held in such high esteem by the people of this Na-
tion; and
(2) it is the sense of the Congress that—
(A) the people of this Nation should honor,
celebrate, and remember Rick Lee Schwartz’s
and Milt Stollak’s extraordinary bravery and
service;
(B) the President should take appropriate
measures to encourage efforts to honor, cele-
brate, and remember Rick Lee Schwartz’s and
Milt Stollak’s extraordinary service to the
United States, and to commemorate the con-
tributions and service of all firefighters to the
people of this Nation; and
(C) individuals are encouraged to con-
tribute to the Air Tanker 123 Memorial Fund
honoring Rick Lee Schwartz and Milt Stollak.
Æ
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 458
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Whereas the Mary Baker Eddy Library for the Betterment
of Humanity will officially open on September 29, 2002,
in Boston, Massachusetts, thereby making available to
the public the Mary Baker Eddy Collections, one of the
largest collections of primary source material by and
about an American woman;
•HCON 458 EH
Whereas the namesake of the Library, Mary Baker Eddy,
achieved international prominence during her lifetime
(1821–1910) as the founder of Christian Science and was
the first woman in the United States to found and lead
a religion that became an international movement with
members in 139 countries;
Whereas historians compare Mary Baker Eddy to nineteenth-
century women reformers like Elizabeth Cady Stanton
and Susan B. Anthony, who took leadership roles at a
time when women infrequently did so;
Whereas Mary Baker Eddy founded and served as the pastor
of her own church, the First Church of Christ, Scientist,
in Boston, and established a publishing organization that
produces numerous publications, including ‘‘The Chris-
tian Science Monitor’’, an international daily newspaper
that has won seven Pulitizer Prizes;
Whereas in recognition of the numerous achievements of
Mary Baker Eddy, the Women’s National Hall of Fame
inducted her into its membership in 1995 for having
made ‘‘an indelible mark on society, religion, and jour-
nalism’’;
Whereas the Mary Baker Eddy Library, a facility of 81,000
square feet, provides a place for people to come together
to explore ideas and offers on-site and online educational
experiences, programs, and exhibits;
Whereas the Mary Baker Eddy Collections consist of more
than 100,000 documents, artifacts, photographs, and
other media that chronicle the development of Mary
Baker Eddy’s ideas and offer an unequalled resource to
scholars in women’s history and mind-body medicine;
•HCON 458 EH
Whereas the Library’s initiative to make the previously un-
published materials in the Mary Baker Eddy Collections
available to the public is exemplary of, and in full accord
with, the intent of the provisions of title 17, United
States Code, relating to the publication of previously un-
published materials; and
Whereas the Mary Baker Eddy Library will establish an In-
stitute for the Rediscovery and Preservation of the His-
tory of Women in Seneca Falls, New York, the birthplace
of the first Women’s Rights Convention, in order to
showcase new research on the forgotten histories of
women and offer educational programs for students:
Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), 
That 
the 
Congress 
recognizes 
and
commends—
(1) Mary Baker Eddy for her outstanding
achievements and contributions, particularly her con-
tributions to the advancement of women’s rights as
a public figure and role model in the early stages of
the women’s rights movement; and
•HCON 458 EH
(2) the Mary Baker Eddy Library for the Bet-
terment of Humanity, which will open to the public
on September 29, 2002.
Passed the House of Representatives September 24,
2002.
Attest:
Clerk.
IV
107TH CONGRESS
1ST SESSION
H. CON. RES. 45
Expressing the sense of the Congress regarding housing affordability and
ensuring a competitive North American market for softwood lumber.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
FEBRUARY 28, 2001
Mr. KOLBE (for himself, Mr. HOYER, Mr. GANSKE, Mrs. BONO, Mr. LEWIS
of Kentucky, Mrs. ROUKEMA, Mr. BONILLA, Mr. LATOURETTE, Mr.
NEAL of Massachusetts, Mr. PITTS, Mr. EHRLICH, Mr. KNOLLENBERG,
Mr. BILIRAKIS, Mr. MILLER of Florida, Mr. DOOLEY of California, Mr.
DAVIS of Florida, Mrs. NORTHUP, Mr. MCINNIS, Mr. WEXLER, Mr.
MICA, Mr. WELLER, Mrs. KELLY, Mr. KLECZKA, Mr. RAMSTAD, Mr.
BLUNT, Mr. NUSSLE, Mr. WYNN, Mr. HILL, Mr. LUCAS of Kentucky,
Mr. MANZULLO, Mr. MASCARA, Mr. BOEHLERT, Mr. CUNNINGHAM, Mr.
LAHOOD, Mr. MATSUI, Mr. GARY MILLER of California, Mrs. JOHNSON
of Connecticut, Mr. LEACH, Mr. CUMMINGS, Mr. LAMPSON, Mr. GUTIER-
REZ, Mr. GONZALES, Mr. LATHAM, Mr. PHELPS, Mr. GREENWOOD, Ms.
PRYCE of Ohio, Mr. FLETCHER, Mr. SUNUNU, and Mr. BARCIA) sub-
mitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the
Committee on Ways and Means
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Expressing the sense of the Congress regarding housing af-
fordability and ensuring a competitive North American
market for softwood lumber.
Whereas the United States and Canada have, since 1989,
worked to reduce tariff and nontariff barriers to trade;
Whereas free and fair trade has greatly benefited the United
States and Canadian economies;
•HCON 45 IH
Whereas the United States and Canada have been engaged
in an ongoing dispute over trade in softwood lumber for
19 years;
Whereas on May 29, 1996, the United States and Canada en-
tered into an agreement to temporarily resolve the dis-
pute;
Whereas the United States-Canada Softwood Lumber Agree-
ment of 1996 does not promote open trade;
Whereas the scope of the United States-Canada Softwood
Lumber Agreement of 1996 has been expanded, leading
to uncertainty for importers, distributors, retailers, and
purchasers of softwood lumber products;
Whereas the availability of affordable housing is important to
the American home buyer;
Whereas lumber price volatility jeopardizes housing afford-
ability; and
Whereas the United States-Canada Softwood Lumber Agree-
ment of 1996 will expire on April 1, 2001: Now, there-
fore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That it is the sense of the Congress that—
(1) the United States-Canada Softwood Lumber
Agreement of 1996 should terminate on April 1,
2001, with no extension or further quota agreement,
nor any renegotiation of trade restrictions on lumber
after the agreement expires;
(2) the President should continue discussions
with the Government of Canada to promote open
•HCON 45 IH
and competitive trade between the United States
and Canada on softwood lumber; and
(3) the President should consult with all stake-
holders, including consumers of lumber products, in
future discussions regarding the open trade of
softwood lumber between the United States and
Canada.
Æ
IV
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 460
Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the use of force against Iraq.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
SEPTEMBER 4, 2002
Mr. LAHOOD submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was
referred to the Committee on International Relations
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the use of force
against Iraq.
Whereas Iraq has engaged in wars of aggression against its
neighbors, including the invasion of Kuwait in 1990;
Whereas Iraq has developed weapons of mass destruction, in-
cluding chemical and biological agents, and has pre-
viously used these weapons against other nations and on
its own citizens;
Whereas Iraq has violated United Nations Security Council
resolutions by expelling United Nations weapon inspec-
tors that were working under the primary cease fire
agreement for the Gulf War (Security Council Resolution
687); and
•HCON 460 IH
Whereas the President of the United States has expressed
concern that Iraq has continued to develop weapons of
mass destruction: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That it is the sense of Congress that the
President may order acts of war against a foreign or other
entity only in the following circumstances: in compliance
with a treaty obligation or to repel a military attack
against United States territory, possessions, or Armed
Forces engaged in peaceful maneuvers; to participate in
humanitarian rescue operations; or in response to a dec-
laration or resolution of prior specific approval by a major-
ity of the Members of each House of Congress.
Æ
IV
107TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION
H. CON. RES. 462
Congratulating the National Farmers Union for 100 years of service to
family farmers and ranchers and rural communities.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
SEPTEMBER 5, 2002
Mr. POMEROY (for himself, Mr. STENHOLM, Mr. PETERSON of Minnesota, Mr.
THUNE, Mr. BISHOP, Mr. SIMPSON, Ms. BALDWIN, Mr. BALDACCI, and
Mr. BOSWELL) submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was
referred to the Committee on Agriculture
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Congratulating the National Farmers Union for 100 years
of service to family farmers and ranchers and rural com-
munities.
Whereas National Farmers Union celebrates its centennial
anniversary in 2002;
Whereas during its 100 years of service to rural America,
National Farmers Union has faithfully promoted the or-
ganization’s mission of education, legislation, and co-
operation as identified by its founders and proclaimed in
its triangular symbol;
Whereas National Farmers Union represents nearly 300,000
family farmer and rancher members across the country;
•HCON 462 IH
Whereas National Farmers Union epitomizes the spirit and
energy of hundreds of thousands of family farmers and
ranchers and rural advocates and communities;
Whereas National Farmers Union remains dedicated to pro-
tecting and enhancing the quality of life in rural Amer-
ica;
Whereas National Farmers Union has been instrumental in
the establishment and progress of the farmer-owned co-
operative movement; and
Whereas National Farmers Union strives to improve rural
America through proactive support and proposals to en-
hance rural economic development, educational oppor-
tunity, resource conservation, market competition, domes-
tic farm income, and international cooperation: Now,
therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate
concurring), That National Farmers Union is commended
and congratulated for a century of dedicated service to
America’s farmers, ranchers, and rural communities.
Æ
IV 
107TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. CON. RES. 463
Expressing the sense of the Congress that on September 11, 2002, the 
people of the United States should reaffirm the principles for which 
the Nation was founded so that freedom may ring from every community 
in the Nation and be heard around the world. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
SEPTEMBER 10, 2002
Mr. WILSON of South Carolina submitted the following concurrent resolution; 
which was referred to the Committee on Government Reform 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 
Expressing the sense of the Congress that on September 
11, 2002, the people of the United States should reaffirm 
the principles for which the Nation was founded so that 
freedom may ring from every community in the Nation 
and be heard around the world.
Whereas the United States is founded on the fundamental 
principle that all people have the inalienable right of life, 
liberty and the pursuit of happiness; 
Whereas the United States stands as a beacon of freedom 
and opportunity for everyone regardless of race, creed, 
national origin, or religious belief; 
Whereas the strength and vitality of the United States is in 
the diversity of its people, the diversity of ideas, the free-
•HCON 463 IH 
dom to express those ideas, and the opportunity to 
achieve one’s potential and direct one’s destiny; and 
Whereas these ideals and principles are absolute and will not 
be surrendered or weakened by the cowardly acts of ter-
rorists who are afraid of freedom and the responsibility 
it brings: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate 
concurring), That it is the sense of the Congress that on 
September 11, 2002, the people of the United States 
should reaffirm the principles for which the Nation was 
founded so that freedom may ring from every community 
in the Nation and be heard around the world.
Æ