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IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 810 
Expressing condolences to the citizens of Indonesia and support for the 
Government of Indonesia in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake 
that struck the island of Sumatra. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 7, 2009 
Mr. BURTON of Indiana (for himself, Mr. WEXLER, Mr. MANZULLO, Mr. 
CROWLEY, Mr. INGLIS, Mr. PRICE of North Carolina, Mr. SIRES, Mr. 
HONDA, Mr. WILSON of South Carolina, and Ms. SPEIER) submitted the 
following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Af-
fairs 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing condolences to the citizens of Indonesia and sup-
port for the Government of Indonesia in the aftermath 
of the devastating earthquake that struck the island of 
Sumatra. 
Whereas, on September 30, 2009, a 7.6 magnitude earth-
quake originated northwest of the city of Padang in West 
Sumatra, Indonesia; 
Whereas over 700 lives have been lost, many are missing and 
injured, and thousands have been displaced as a result of 
collapsed homes and buildings; 
Whereas the area of the earthquake is along the same fault 
line that caused the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami that 
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killed more than 230,000 people and caused many pan-
icked residents to flee to higher ground in fear of another 
tsunami; 
Whereas strong aftershocks continue to rock the region and 
create hazardous conditions for both residents and rescue 
workers; 
Whereas the Indonesian Government sent relief teams Thurs-
day from the capital, Jakarta, including army units to 
look for survivors and deliver food and medicine; 
Whereas international aid agencies said they were sending 
rapid assessment teams to the area and preparing to 
rush in supplies; 
Whereas the Indonesian Government stated that the earth-
quake destroyed more than 83,700 houses, approximately 
200 public buildings, a total of 285 schools, and also 
caused extensive damage to an additional 100,000 build-
ings including hotels, mosques and shops, and approxi-
mately 20 miles of roads; 
Whereas a damaged building in the main public hospital had 
to be evacuated, and patients are being treated outside 
and without electricity; 
Whereas humanitarian aid agencies in the United States and 
around the world are mobilizing to provide much needed 
assistance to the relief and recovery efforts; 
Whereas the United States offered assistance and imme-
diately released $300,000 to help provide for the most 
immediate and pressing needs and an additional 
$3,000,000 has been set aside once greater need is deter-
mined; 
Whereas the United States Government deployed a Disaster 
Assistance Response Team to provide assistance and is 
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IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 828 
To recognize October 24, 2009, the 20th chartered flight of World War 
II veterans through Louisiana HonorAir, as ‘‘Louisiana HonorAir Day,’’ 
and to honor the invaluable service and dedication of the World War 
II veterans to our Nation. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 14, 2009 
Mr. CAO (for himself, Mr. CASSIDY, Mr. ALEXANDER, Mr. BOUSTANY, Mr. 
MELANCON, Mr. SCALISE, and Mr. FLEMING) submitted the following 
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs 
RESOLUTION 
To recognize October 24, 2009, the 20th chartered flight 
of World War II veterans through Louisiana HonorAir, 
as ‘‘Louisiana HonorAir Day,’’ and to honor the invalu-
able service and dedication of the World War II veterans 
to our Nation. 
Whereas in late 2006, T.D. Smith of Louisiana founded Lou-
isiana HonorAir, a nonprofit organization, which charters 
flights for World War II veterans on an all-expenses-paid, 
day-long trip from Louisiana to Washington, DC, to see 
the World War II Memorial, the Marine Corps Memorial, 
and to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier; 
Whereas since its first flight out of Lafayette, Louisiana in 
early 2007, Louisiana HonorAir has flown close to 2,000 
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sending a field hospital, three United States Navy ships 
with helicopters and lift capability, and 45 metric tons of 
emergency relief commodities; and 
Whereas President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and the Indo-
nesian Government responded quickly to the disaster: 
Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) mourns the loss of life and expresses its 
deepest condolences to the families of those killed 
and injured in the earthquake; 
(2) recognizes the deep ties between the United 
States and Indonesia and expresses continued soli-
darity with the people of Indonesia during this time 
of crisis; 
(3) applauds the courageous response of Indo-
nesian and international rescue workers; 
(4) supports President Obama’s offer of United 
States assistance to Indonesia in response to this 
catastrophic event; 
(5) urges the people of the United States to 
generously support those humanitarian aid agencies 
working to assist the people of Indonesia in this time 
of need; and 
(6) expresses gratitude to the people of the 
United States who have generously supported those 
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humanitarian aid agencies working to assist the peo-
ple of Indonesia in this time of need. 
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H. Res. 811 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
October 21, 2009. 
Whereas the National Association of Elementary School Prin-
cipals and the National Association of Secondary School 
Principals have declared the month of October 2009 as 
‘‘National Principals Month’’; 
Whereas school leaders are expected to be educational vision-
aries, instructional leaders, assessment experts, dis-
ciplinarians, community builders, public relations experts, 
budget analysts, facility managers, special programs ad-
ministrators, and guardians of various legal, contractual, 
and policy mandates and initiatives as well as being en-
trusted with our young people, our most valuable re-
source; 
Whereas principals set the academic tone for their schools 
and work collaboratively with teachers to develop and 
maintain high curriculum standards, develop mission 
statements, and set performance goals and objectives; 
Whereas the vision, dedication, and determination of a prin-
cipal provides the mobilizing force behind any school re-
form effort; 
Whereas leadership is second only to classroom instruction 
among all school-related factors that contribute to what
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students learn at school, according to research conducted 
by the Wallace Foundation; 
Whereas the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that 
approximately 1 in 3 education administrators works 
more than 40 hours a week and often works an addi-
tional 15–20 hours each week supervising school activi-
ties at night and on weekends; 
Whereas the NAESP National Distinguished Principals pro-
gram honors exemplary elementary and middle level pub-
lic, private, and independent school leaders as well as 
leaders from the U.S. Department of Defense Schools 
and the U.S. Department of State Overseas Schools, for 
outstanding leadership for student learning and the pro-
fession; 
Whereas the MetLife-NASSP Principal of the Year program 
began in 1993 as a means to recognize outstanding mid-
dle level and high school principals who have succeeded 
in providing high-quality learning opportunities for stu-
dents as well as their exemplary contributions to the pro-
fession; 
Whereas the celebration of ‘‘National Principals Month’’ 
would honor elementary, middle level, and high school 
principals and recognize the importance of school leader-
ship in ensuring that every child has access to a high- 
quality education; and 
Whereas the month of October 2009 would be an appropriate 
month to designate as ‘‘National Principals Month’’: 
Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives—
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(1) honors and recognizes the contribution of school 
principals to the success of students in our Nation’s ele-
mentary and secondary schools; and 
(2) encourages the people of the United States to 
observe ‘‘National Principals Month’’ with appropriate 
ceremonies and activities that promote awareness of 
school leadership in ensuring that every child has access 
to a high-quality education. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 811 
Expressing support for designation of October 2009 as ‘‘National Principals 
Month’’. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 7, 2009 
Mrs. DAVIS of California (for herself, Mr. PLATTS, Ms. BORDALLO, Mr. FIL-
NER, Ms. HIRONO, Ms. MATSUI, and Mr. GRIJALVA) submitted the fol-
lowing resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and 
Labor 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for designation of October 2009 as 
‘‘National Principals Month’’. 
Whereas the National Association of Elementary School Prin-
cipals and the National Association of Secondary School 
Principals have declared the month of October 2009 as 
‘‘National Principals Month’’; 
Whereas school leaders are expected to be educational vision-
aries, instructional leaders, assessment experts, dis-
ciplinarians, community builders, public relations experts, 
budget analysts, facility managers, special programs ad-
ministrators, and guardians of various legal, contractual, 
and policy mandates and initiatives as well as being en-
trusted with our young people, our most valuable re-
source; 
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Whereas the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Fredrick 
Douglass inspired the creation of Negro History Week, 
the precursor to Black History Month; 
Whereas Negro History Week represented the culmination of 
Dr. Carter G. Woodson’s efforts to enhance knowledge of 
black history started through the Journal of Negro His-
tory, published by Woodson’s Association for the Study 
of African-American Life and History; and 
Whereas the month of February is officially celebrated as 
Black History Month, which dates back to 1926, when 
Dr. Carter G. Woodson set aside a special period of time 
in February to recognize the heritage and achievement of 
Black Americans: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes the significance of Black History 
Month as an important time to recognize the contribu-
tions of African-Americans in the Nation’s history, and 
encourages the continued celebration of this month to 
provide an opportunity for all peoples of the United 
States to learn more about the past and to better under-
stand the experiences that have shaped the Nation; and 
(2) recognizes that the ethnic and racial diversity of 
the United States enriches and strengthens the Nation. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
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Whereas principals set the academic tone for their schools 
and work collaboratively with teachers to develop and 
maintain high curriculum standards, develop mission 
statements, and set performance goals and objectives; 
Whereas the vision, dedication, and determination of a prin-
cipal provides the mobilizing force behind any school re-
form effort; 
Whereas leadership is second only to classroom instruction 
among all school-related factors that contribute to what 
students learn at school, according to research conducted 
by the Wallace Foundation; 
Whereas the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that 
approximately 1 in 3 principals works more than 40 
hours a week and often works an additional 15–20 hours 
each week supervising school activities at night and on 
weekends; 
Whereas the NAESP National Distinguished Principals pro-
gram honors exemplary elementary and middle level pub-
lic, private, and independent school leaders as well as 
leaders from the U.S. Department of Defense Schools 
and the U.S. Department of State Overseas Schools, for 
outstanding leadership for student learning and the pro-
fession; 
Whereas the MetLife-NASSP Principal of the Year program 
began in 1993 as a means to recognize outstanding mid-
dle level and high school principals who have succeeded 
in providing high-quality learning opportunities for stu-
dents as well as their exemplary contributions to the pro-
fession; 
Whereas the celebration of ‘‘National Principals Month’’ 
would honor elementary, middle level, and high school 
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principals and recognize the importance of school leader-
ship in ensuring that every child has access to a high- 
quality education; and 
Whereas the month of October 2009 would be an appropriate 
month to designate as ‘‘National Principals Month’’: 
Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) honors and recognizes the contribution of 
school principals to the success of students in our 
Nation’s elementary and secondary schools; and 
(2) encourages the people of the United States 
to observe ‘‘National Principals Month’’ with appro-
priate ceremonies and activities that promote aware-
ness of school leadership in ensuring that every child 
has access to a high-quality education. 
Æ 
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H. Res. 812 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
March 2, 2010. 
Whereas the Military Working Dog Program, or K–9 Corps, 
was developed in 1942, shortly after the United States 
entered World War II; 
Whereas all four branches of the United States Armed 
Forces as well as other government agencies, including 
the Secret Service, Central Intelligence Agency, and 
Transportation Security Administration, use Military 
Working Dogs in service to the country; 
Whereas Military Working Dogs are trained in explosive de-
tection, narcotic detection, sentry, patrol, tracking, and 
other specific areas; 
Whereas Military Working Dogs, through their training, have 
prevented injuries and saved the lives of thousands of 
United States citizens; 
Whereas more than 19,000 Military Working Dogs were ac-
quired by the United States Armed Forces during World 
War II and of those 19,000, a little more than 10,000 
Military Working Dogs were utilized in the war effort; 
Whereas more than 1,500 Military Working Dogs were em-
ployed during the Korean War and 4,500 in the Vietnam 
War;
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Whereas, since September 11, 2001, Military Working Dogs 
have served in Iraq and Afghanistan and have been em-
ployed in detection work as part of homeland security 
and defense efforts; 
Whereas today approximately 2,000 Military Working Dogs 
serve at nearly 170 United States military bases world-
wide, including bases in 40 States and 3 United States 
territories; 
Whereas retired Military Working Dogs are recognized for 
their lifetime of service in the United State Armed 
Forces; and 
Whereas charitable organizations and community groups are 
recognized for their work in coordination with the De-
partment of Defense to help bring Military Working Dogs 
stationed overseas home to the United States for adop-
tion when their active duty days are over and provide 
support to active K–9 military teams worldwide: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes the significant contributions of the 
Military Working Dog Program to the United States 
Armed Forces; 
(2) honors active and retired Military Working 
Dogs for their loyal service and dedication to protecting 
the men and women of the United States Armed Forces; 
and
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(3) supports the adoption and care of these quality 
animals after their service is over. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
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such communication as the President of the United States 
shall be pleased to make to them. 
Passed the House of Representatives January 20, 
2011. 
Attest: 
KAREN L. HAAS, 
Clerk. 
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IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 813 
Expressing support for designation of the month of October as Project 
Management Month. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 7, 2009 
Mr. SESTAK (for himself and Ms. WATSON) submitted the following resolution; 
which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for designation of the month of October 
as Project Management Month. 
Whereas project management is a multidisciplinary skill set 
allowing a practitioner to originate, manage, and close a 
project and credentialed project managers are certified as 
having the training and knowledge to implement the re-
sponsibilities of the profession; 
Whereas project management is defined as a professional dis-
cipline, similar to accounting, engineering, IT, or legal 
training and provides the skills, tools, and techniques to 
meet the requirements of a particular project; 
Whereas project management yields results by effectively 
‘‘initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing’’ 
objectives; 
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Whereas the skills of a project manager include all of the fol-
lowing: integration management, scope management, time 
management, cost management, quality management, 
human resource management, communications manage-
ment, risk management, and procurement; 
Whereas project management training allows an individual to 
speak with one common language, no matter their indus-
try, geography, or whether they manage projects, pro-
grams, or portfolios which steer organizations toward 
achieving repeatable and predictable results; 
Whereas the Project Management Institute (PMI) was found-
ed in 1969 by working project managers and is now cele-
brating its 40th anniversary; 
Whereas the PMI’s global standards have helped establish the 
Institute as the premier authority in project manage-
ment; 
Whereas the PMI’s standard development efforts started with 
the 
groundbreaking 
PMBOK 
Guide, 
with 
over 
2,800,000 copies in distribution, and now including 11 
additional standards titles; 
Whereas with more than half a million members, credential 
holders, volunteers, and trained project professionals 
worldwide, the Institute develops the research, creden-
tials, standards on behalf of the profession and advocates 
for project, and the program and portfolio management 
that can enhance and accelerate organizational change by 
driving innovation, improving bottom line performance, 
and strengthening competitive advantage; and 
Whereas October would be an appropriate month to designate 
as Project Management Month: Now, therefore, be it 
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Resolved, That the House of Representatives supports 
the designation of Project Management Month. 
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IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 814 
Honoring the life and service of Dewey Lee Fletcher, Jr. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 8, 2009 
Mr. FLEMING (for himself, Mr. ALEXANDER, Mr. BOUSTANY, Mr. CAO, Mr. 
CASSIDY, Mr. MELANCON, and Mr. SCALISE) submitted the following res-
olution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Govern-
ment Reform 
RESOLUTION 
Honoring the life and service of Dewey Lee Fletcher, Jr. 
Whereas the United States honors Lee Fletcher as a public 
servant, mentor, and friend to many; 
Whereas Lee Fletcher was born in Oak Grove, Louisiana, on 
April 29, 1966, and reared on a horse ranch and cotton 
farm by his grandparents Dayton C. Brown and Pat 
Brown; 
Whereas Lee Fletcher served as Student Body President at 
Louisiana Tech University and graduated with a Bach-
elor of Science degree in Agricultural Education in 1989; 
Whereas Lee Fletcher received a Master of Business Admin-
istration degree from Louisiana State University in 
Baton Rouge in 2000; 
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Whereas Lee Fletcher served as an aide in the Administra-
tion of President George H. W. Bush, District Director 
to Congressman Jim McCrery, Chief of Staff to Con-
gressman John Cooksey, and Chief of Staff to Congress-
man John Fleming; 
Whereas Lee Fletcher has been recognized as one of the 
greatest political minds in Louisiana, instrumental in 
electing candidates to local, State, and Federal office; 
Whereas Lee Fletcher, through his life, deeds, and service to 
others, has been, and will continue to be, an inspiration 
to many, and has touched the lives of all whom he met; 
Whereas Lee Fletcher was a man of strength, resilience, and 
perseverance who overcame the greatest of adversity to 
succeed; 
Whereas Lee Fletcher bravely fought cancer, finally suc-
cumbing on September 30, 2009, in his home State of 
Louisiana while watching his beloved Louisiana Tech 
Bulldogs defeat the University of Hawaii; 
Whereas Lee Fletcher will be forever remembered for his 
service to others, commitment to his ideals, love of fam-
ily, friends, community, State, and Nation, and for the 
joy and laughter he brought to all those who knew him; 
and 
Whereas his legacy will live on in the lives of those he 
touched: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives honors 
the life of Dewey Lee Fletcher, Jr. 
Æ 
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