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•HRES 1147 IH 
Whereas the team finished their extraordinary 2007–2008 
season with a 28–8 record; 
Whereas Angela Healy, a senior from Fort Thomas, was 
named the Elite Eight’s Most Outstanding Player; 
Whereas this championship marks the second time the North 
Kentucky University women’s basketball team has won 
the national title; 
Whereas by excelling in academics and athletics, Nicole 
Chiodi, Angela Healy, Karen Brackman, Cassie Brannen, 
Danyelle Echoles, Jessie Slack, Jessica Wendeln, Rachel 
Lantry, Kendra Caldwell, Diondra Holliday, and Rita 
Stefan are great role models for young women across the 
Nation; 
Whereas Head Coach Nancy Winstel, Assistant Coach Matt 
Schmidt, Assistant Coach Danielle Zimmerman, and 
Strength and Conditioning Coach Livey Birkenhauer de-
serve recognition for their work guiding the Norse to 
their second national championship; 
Whereas the Norse players, coaches, and those associated 
with the women’s basketball team represented Northern 
Kentucky University and the Commonwealth of Kentucky 
with 
exemplary 
sportsmanship 
and 
competitiveness 
throughout the season; and 
Whereas residents of Kentucky and Norse fans worldwide are 
to be commended for their longstanding support, perse-
verance, and pride in the team: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) commends the amazing performance of the 
Northern Kentucky University Norse in the National 
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Collegiate Athletic Association Division II women’s 
basketball tournament; and 
(2) recognizes the achievements of the players, 
coaches, students, and support staff who were in-
strumental in the Norse championship. 
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H. Res. 1148 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
April 24, 2008. 
Resolved, 
SECTION 1. EXPENSES OF SELECT COMMITTEE. 
(a) PAYMENT
OF
EXPENSES.—In addition to the 
amounts authorized under House Resolution 723, as agreed 
to October 10, 2007, there shall be paid out of the applicable 
accounts of the House of Representatives not more than 
$150,000 for the expenses of the select committee established 
under House Resolution 611, as agreed to August, 3, 2007 
(hereafter referred to as the ‘‘select committee’’). 
(b) VOUCHERS.—Payments under this resolution shall 
be made on vouchers authorized by the select committee, 
signed by the chairman of such committee, and approved in 
the manner directed by the Committee on House Administra-
tion.
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(c) REGULATIONS.—Amounts made available under this 
resolution shall be expended in accordance with regulations 
prescribed by the Committee on House Administration. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
IV 
110TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 114 
Expressing support for a National Week of Reflection and Tolerance. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JANUARY 30, 2007 
Mr. RANGEL submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Oversight and Government Reform 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for a National Week of Reflection and 
Tolerance. 
Whereas the United States is a pluralistic country comprised 
of different races, genders, ethnic groups, religions, and 
creeds; 
Whereas our Nation, founded on the principles of tolerance, 
diversity, justice, and equality, should affirm these com-
mon values and principles; and 
Whereas the people of the United States should reflect on the 
importance of understanding and tolerance in our plural-
istic country: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That a National Week of Reflection and 
Tolerance should be established encouraging communities 
and institutions around the Nation to engage in events 
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and activities that are reflective, educational, celebratory, 
and healing as they relate to diversity among the people 
of the United States. 
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production is made economically or tech-
nically impracticable or otherwise impos-
sible. 
‘‘(C) ACTION BY SECRETARY.—Not later 
than 90 days after receipt of a petition under 
subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall approve 
the petition, unless the Secretary determines 
that leasing the area would probably cause seri-
ous harm or damage to the marine resources of 
the State’s Adjacent Zone. Prior to approving 
the petition, the Secretary shall complete an en-
vironmental assessment that documents the an-
ticipated environmental effects of leasing in the 
area included within the scope of the petition. 
‘‘(D) FAILURE TO ACT.—If the Secretary 
fails to approve or deny a petition in accordance 
with subparagraph (C) the petition shall be con-
sidered to be approved 90 days after receipt of 
the petition. 
‘‘(E) AMENDMENT OF THE 5-YEAR LEAS-
ING
PROGRAM.—Notwithstanding section 18, 
within 180 days of the approval of a petition 
under subparagraph (C) or (D), after the expi-
ration of the time limits in paragraph (1)(B), 
and within 180 days after the date of enact-
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school activities, and the security of these systems must 
be enhanced to address the threat of terrorism; and 
Whereas securing our Nation’s rail and mass transit lines 
from terrorist attack and other security threats is essen-
tial due to their impact on our Nation’s economic sta-
bility and the continued functioning of our national econ-
omy: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the Transportation Security Administra-
tion should— 
(1) continue to enhance security against terrorist 
attack and other security threats to our Nation’s rail 
and mass transit lines, as well as school transportation 
systems, including as provided for in the Implementing 
Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 
(Public Law 110–53); 
(2) continue development of the National Explosives 
Detection Canine Team Program, which has proven to 
be an effective tool in securing against explosives threats 
to our Nation’s rail and mass transit lines, with par-
ticular attention to the application of its training stand-
ards and the establishment of a reliable source of domes-
tically-bred canines; 
(3) improve upon the success of the Online Learn-
ing Center by providing increased person-to-person pro-
fessional development programs to ensure those respon-
sible for securing against terrorist attacks on our trans-
portation systems are highly trained in both securing
•HRES 1150 EH 
against terrorist attacks and professional relations with 
the traveling public; and 
(4) continue to secure our Nation’s mass transit 
and rail lines against terrorist attack and other security 
threats, so as to ensure the security of commuters on 
our Nation’s mass transit lines and prevent the disrup-
tion of rail lines critical to our Nation’s economy, and 
to give special attention to school transportation systems 
by working with school administrators, State and local 
law enforcement, and other representatives in the school 
transportation industry to keep children safe from ter-
rorist attack. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
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awarded under such subsection will supplement or fulfill 
unmet needs identified in a comprehensive arthritis con-
trol and prevention plan of the entity. 
‘‘(f) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this section: 
‘‘(1) INDIAN TRIBE.—The term ‘Indian tribe’ 
has the meaning given such term in section 4(e) of 
the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assist-
ance Act. 
‘‘(2) STATE.—The term ‘State’ means any of 
the 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Com-
monwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Amer-
ican Samoa, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Is-
lands. 
‘‘(g) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.—There 
are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this sec-
tion— 
‘‘(1) for fiscal year 2012, $14,600,000; 
‘‘(2) for fiscal year 2013, $16,000,000; 
‘‘(3) for fiscal year 2014, $17,700,000; 
‘‘(4) for fiscal year 2015, $19,400,000; and 
‘‘(5) for fiscal year 2016, $21,400,000.’’. 
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•HRES 1150 IH 
Whereas the successes of the Transportation Security Admin-
istration’s National Explosives Detection Canine Team 
Program has furthered the Transportation Security Ad-
ministration’s ability to provide security against terrorist 
attacks on the Nation’s transportation systems by pre-
venting and protecting against explosives threats; 
Whereas each weekday 11,300,000 passengers depend on our 
Nation’s mass transit lines as a means of transportation, 
and mass transit lines serve as an enticing target for ter-
rorists as evidenced by the March 11, 2004, attack on 
the Madrid, Spain, mass transit system, the July 7, 
2005, attack on the London, England, mass transit sys-
tem, and the July 11, 2006, attack on the Mumbai, 
India, mass transit system; and 
Whereas securing our Nation’s rail and mass transit lines 
from terrorist attack and other security threats is essen-
tial due to their impact on our Nation’s economic sta-
bility and the continued functioning of our national econ-
omy: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the Transportation Security Adminis-
tration should— 
(1) continue to enhance security against ter-
rorist attack and other security threats to our Na-
tion’s rail and mass transit lines, including as pro-
vided for in the Implementing Recommendations of 
the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 (Public Law 110– 
53); 
(2) continue development of the National Ex-
plosives Detection Canine Team Program, which has 
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•HRES 1150 IH 
proven to be an effective tool in securing against ex-
plosives threats to our Nation’s rail and mass transit 
lines; 
(3) improve upon the success of the Online 
Learning Center by providing increased person-to- 
person professional development programs to ensure 
those responsible for securing against terrorist at-
tacks on our transportation systems are highly 
trained in both securing against terrorist attacks 
and professional relations with the traveling public; 
and 
(4) continue to secure our Nation’s mass tran-
sit and rail lines against terrorist attack and other 
security threats, so as to ensure the safety of com-
muters on our Nation’s mass transit lines and pre-
vent the disruption of rail lines critical to our Na-
tion’s economy. 
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HR 1210 RFS 
SEC. 3. ACTIVITIES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND 
HUMAN SERVICES WITH RESPECT TO JUVE-
NILE ARTHRITIS AND RELATED CONDITIONS. 
Part B of title IV of the Public Health Service Act 
(42 U.S.C. 284 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end 
the following: 
‘‘SEC. 409K. JUVENILE ARTHRITIS AND RELATED CONDI-
TIONS. 
‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary, in coordination 
with the Director of NIH, may expand and intensify pro-
grams of the National Institutes of Health with respect 
to research and related activities designed to improve the 
outcomes and quality of life for children with arthritis and 
other rheumatic diseases. 
‘‘(b) COORDINATION.—The Director of NIH may co-
ordinate the programs referred to in subsection (a) and 
consult with additional Federal officials, voluntary health 
associations, medical professional societies, and private en-
tities, as appropriate.’’. 
SEC. 
4. 
INVESTMENT 
IN 
TOMORROW’S 
PEDIATRIC 
RHEUMATOLOGISTS. 
Subpart I of part C of title VII of the Public Health 
Service Act (42 U.S.C. 293k et seq.) is amended by adding 
at the end the following: 
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IV 
110TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1152 
Honoring Arnold Palmer for his distinguished career in the sport of golf 
and his commitment to excellence and sportsmanship. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
APRIL 24, 2008 
Mr. FERGUSON (for himself and Mr. BACA) submitted the following resolution; 
which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform 
RESOLUTION 
Honoring Arnold Palmer for his distinguished career in the 
sport of golf and his commitment to excellence and 
sportsmanship. 
Whereas Arnold Palmer is an all-time great in the sport of 
golf, a highly successful businessman, an outstanding 
philanthropist, and a devoted family man; 
Whereas Arnold Palmer’s golf career spanned more than 50 
years and included 92 tournament victories in profes-
sional play, of which 62 were in the United States Pro-
fessional Golf Association Tour; 
Whereas Arnold Palmer was recognized as the Sports Illus-
trated Sportsman of the Year in 1960 and the Associated 
Press Athlete of the Decade for the 1960s; 
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House Calendar No. 235 
110TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1150 
[Report No. 110–716] 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing the sense of the House of Representa-
tives that the Transportation Security Adminis-
tration should, in accordance with the congres-
sional mandate provided for in the Implementing 
Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 
2007, enhance security against terrorist attack 
and other security threats to our Nation’s rail 
and mass transit lines. 
JUNE 17, 2008 
Reported with amendments, referred to the House 
Calendar, and ordered to be printed 
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•HRES 1151 EH 
standing Player of the Final Four honors; broke the Uni-
versity of Tennessee record for free throws made, with 
523, and attempted, with 738; moved into 3rd place in 
the NCAA record for free throws attempted with 118 in 
NCAA tournament career games; scored in double figures 
for the 44th game in a row and the 105th time of her 
career; and moved into 3rd place in the University of 
Tennessee record books for single season scoring, with 
809; 
Whereas Shannon Bobbitt scored double figures, with 13, for 
the 17th time this season and the 33rd time of her ca-
reer, and her trio of three-pointers moved her past Kara 
Lawson’s 2002–2003 season total of 77 treys and into 
3rd place in the University of Tennessee single season 
record books; 
Whereas Alexis Hornbuckle played her 21st NCAA tour-
nament game, moving her into a tie for 5th place in 
NCAA history; 
Whereas Nicky Anosike added 12 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 
steals for the Lady Vols; played in her 21st NCAA tour-
nament game, moving her into a tie for 5th place in 
NCAA history; ranks 4th in NCAA history with 44 ca-
reer steals in the NCAA tournament; tied for 2nd in an 
NCAA championship game with her 6 steals on April 8; 
Whereas Candace Parker, Shannon Bobbitt, and Nicky 
Anosike earned All-Final Four team honors; and 
Whereas Coach Pat Summitt’s Lady Vols continue their re-
markable graduation rate, with every student athlete who 
completed her eligibility at the University of Tennessee 
either graduating or working toward all the requirements 
for graduation: Now, therefore, be it
•HRES 1151 EH 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) congratulates the University of Tennessee wom-
en’s basketball team for being champions on and off the 
court, and for their victory in the 2008 National Colle-
giate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I Women’s 
Basketball Championship; 
(2) recognizes the significant achievements of the 
players, coaches, students, alumni, and support staff 
whose dedication and hard work helped the University of 
Tennessee Lady Vols win the NCAA championship; and 
(3) respectfully requests the Clerk of the House of 
Representatives to transmit copies of this resolution to 
the following for appropriate display— 
(A) Dr. John D. Petersen, President of the 
University of Tennessee; 
(B) Dr. Jan Simek, Interim Chancellor of the 
University of Tennessee, Knoxville; 
(C) Joan Cronan, Women’s Athletics Director; 
and 
(D) Pat Summitt, Women’s Basketball Head 
Coach. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
161 
(k) SECTION 709.—Section 709 (21 U.S.C. 379a) is 
amended by inserting ‘‘tobacco product,’’ after ‘‘device,’’. 
(l) SECTION 801.—Section 801 (21 U.S.C. 381) is 
amended— 
(1) in subsection (a)— 
(A) by inserting ‘‘tobacco products,’’ after 
the term ‘‘devices,’’; 
(B) by inserting ‘‘or section 905(h)’’ after 
‘‘section 510’’; and 
(C) by striking the term ‘‘drugs or de-
vices’’ each time such term appears and insert-
ing ‘‘drugs, devices, or tobacco products’’; 
(2) in subsection (e)(1)— 
(A) by inserting ‘‘tobacco product’’ after 
‘‘drug, device,’’; and 
(B) by inserting ‘‘, and a tobacco product 
intended for export shall not be deemed to be 
in violation of section 906(e), 907, 911, or 
920(a),’’ before ‘‘if it—’’; and 
(3) by adding at the end the following: 
‘‘(p)(1) Not later than 36 months after the date of 
enactment of the Family Smoking Prevention and To-
bacco Control Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary 
shall submit to the Committee on Health, Education, 
Labor, and Pensions of the Senate and the Committee on
H. Res. 1152 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
May 21, 2008. 
Whereas Arnold Palmer is an all-time great in the sport of 
golf, a highly successful businessman, an outstanding 
philanthropist, and a devoted family man; 
Whereas Arnold Palmer’s golf career spanned more than 50 
years and included 92 tournament victories in profes-
sional play, of which 62 were in the United States Pro-
fessional Golf Association Tour; 
Whereas Arnold Palmer was recognized as the Sports Illus-
trated Sportsman of the Year in 1960 and the Associated 
Press Athlete of the Decade for the 1960s; 
Whereas Arnold Palmer is a prostate cancer survivor and has 
served as an important advocate for promoting cancer re-
search and early detection; 
Whereas Arnold Palmer’s philanthropic generosity has 
touched thousands across the United States; 
Whereas Arnold Palmer’s charitable endeavors span across 
the United States, from the Arnold Palmer Prostate Cen-
ter in Rancho Mirage, California, to the Winnie Palmer 
Hospital for Women and Babies in Orlando, Florida; 
Whereas Arnold Palmer possesses a charismatic personality 
and a sense of kindness and generosity that has endeared 
him to millions;
•HRES 1152 EH 
Whereas the United States Golf Association has its head-
quarters in Far Hills, New Jersey, in the 7th Congres-
sional District; 
Whereas United States Golf Association President Jim 
Vernon has said that ‘‘Arnold Palmer embodies the integ-
rity and passion at the heart of the game of golf, as well 
as the gracious spirit of our Nation’’; and 
Whereas on June 3, 2008, the United States Golf Association 
will honor Arnold Palmer with the opening of the Arnold 
Palmer Center for Golf History in the United States Golf 
Association Museum in Bernards Township, New Jersey: 
Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) honors Arnold Palmer for his outstanding ca-
reer in the sport of golf; 
(2) commends Arnold Palmer for his dedication to 
charity and helping others; and 
(3) expresses support for the United States Golf 
Association as it celebrates Arnold Palmer with the 
opening of the Arnold Palmer Center for Golf History. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
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(C) challenges the qualifications of Vietnam to 
be a member of the United Nations Security Coun-
cil, unless the Government of Vietnam begins imme-
diately to respect human rights and fundamental 
freedoms for all within its own borders; and 
(D) strongly urges the Government of Vietnam 
to consider the implications of its actions for the 
broader relationship between the United States and 
Vietnam; and 
(2) it is the sense of the House of Representatives 
that the United States should— 
(A) make a top concern the immediate release, 
legal status, and humanitarian needs of Father 
Nguyen Van Ly, Nguyen Van Dai, Le Thi Cong 
Nhan, and Le Quoc Quan; 
(B) use funds from the newly created Human 
Rights Defenders Fund of the Department of State 
to assist with the legal defense and the needs of the 
families and dependents of Father Ly, Nguyen Van 
Dai, Le Thi Cong Nhan, and Le Quoc Quan; 
(C) continue to urge the Government of Viet-
nam to comply with internationally recognized 
standards for basic freedoms and human rights; 
(D) make clear to the Government of Vietnam 
that it must adhere to the rule of law and respect
•HRES 1152 IH 
Whereas Arnold Palmer is a prostate cancer survivor and has 
served as an important advocate for promoting cancer re-
search and early detection; 
Whereas Arnold Palmer’s philanthropic generosity has 
touched thousands across the United States; 
Whereas Arnold Palmer’s charitable endeavors span across 
the United States, from the Arnold Palmer Prostate Cen-
ter in Rancho Mirage, California, to the Winnie Palmer 
Hospital for Women and Babies in Orlando, Florida; 
Whereas Arnold Palmer possesses a charismatic personality 
and a sense of kindness and generosity that has endeared 
him to millions; 
Whereas the United States Golf Association has its head-
quarters in Far Hills, New Jersey, in the 7th Congres-
sional District; 
Whereas United States Golf Association President Fred Rid-
ley has said that Arnold Palmer conducts himself ‘‘with 
a gracious manner that has made him the game’s most 
eloquent diplomat’’; and 
Whereas on June 3, 2008, the United States Golf Association 
will honor Arnold Palmer with the opening of the Arnold 
Palmer Center for Golf History in the United States Golf 
Association Museum in Bernards Township, New Jersey: 
Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) honors Arnold Palmer for his outstanding 
career in the sport of golf; 
(2) commends Arnold Palmer for his dedication 
to charity and helping others; and 
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(3) expresses support for the United States 
Golf Association as it celebrates Arnold Palmer with 
the opening of the Arnold Palmer Center for Golf 
History. 
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