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IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 703 
Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster and 
supporting continued efforts to control radiation and mitigate the adverse 
health consequences related to the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
MARCH 1, 2006 
Mr. GALLEGLY (for himself, Mr. HYDE, Mr. LANTOS, and Mr. WEXLER) sub-
mitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on 
International Relations 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear 
disaster and supporting continued efforts to control radi-
ation and mitigate the adverse health consequences re-
lated to the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. 
Whereas April 26, 2006, marks the 20th anniversary of the 
Chernobyl nuclear disaster; 
Whereas serious radiological, health, and socioeconomic con-
sequences for the populations of Ukraine, Belarus, and 
Russia, as well as for the populations of other affected 
areas, have been identified since the disaster; 
Whereas the Chernobyl Forum, an initiative launched by the 
International Atomic Energy Agency and supported by 
the World Health Organization, the United Nations De-
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velopment Program, and other United Nations agencies, 
as well as by the governments of Ukraine, Belarus, and 
Russia, examined the scientific evidence of the human 
health affects and the environmental impact of the 
Chernobyl nuclear disaster; 
Whereas the findings of the Chernobyl Forum, issued in Sep-
tember 2005, significantly added to the understanding of 
the health consequences and economic impact caused by 
the Chernobyl nuclear disaster; 
Whereas the Chernobyl Forum found that approximately 
5,000,000 people live in areas of Ukraine, Belarus, and 
Russia that were contaminated by radioactivity; 
Whereas the populations of the affected areas who were ex-
posed as children have experienced significant increases 
in thyroid cancer; 
Whereas the lives and health of people in the affected areas 
continue to be heavily burdened by the aftermath of the 
Chernobyl nuclear disaster; 
Whereas numerous charitable, humanitarian, and environ-
mental organizations from the United States and the 
international community are committed to overcoming 
the extensive consequences of the Chernobyl nuclear dis-
aster; 
Whereas the United States has sought to help the people of 
the affected areas through various forms of assistance; 
Whereas humanitarian assistance and public health research 
into the consequences of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster 
will continue to be needed in the coming decades when 
a large number of latent health effects are expected to 
emerge; 
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H. Res. 457
In the House of Representatives, U.S., 
October 17, 2005
Whereas chemistry is at the core of every technology we ben-
efit from today; 
Whereas the power of the chemical sciences is what they cre-
ate as a whole; an enabling infrastructure that delivers 
the foods, fuels, medicines, and materials that are the 
hallmarks of modern life; 
Whereas the contributions of chemical scientists and engi-
neers are central to technological progress and to the 
health of many industries, including the chemical, phar-
maceutical, electronics, agricultural, automotive, and 
aerospace sectors, and these contributions boost economic 
growth, create new jobs, and improve our health and 
standard of living; 
Whereas the American Chemical Society, the world’s largest 
scientific society, founded National Chemistry Week in 
1987 to educate the public, particularly elementary and 
secondary school children, about the role of chemistry in 
society and to enhance students’ appreciation of the 
chemical sciences; 
Whereas National Chemistry Week is a community-based 
public awareness campaign conducted by more than
•HRES 457 EH 
10,000 volunteers in all 50 States, the District of Colum-
bia, and Puerto Rico; 
Whereas National Chemistry Week volunteers from United 
States industry, government, secondary schools, and in-
stitutions of higher education reach and educate millions 
of children through hands-on science activities in local 
schools, libraries, and museums; 
Whereas the theme of National Chemistry Week in 2005, 
‘‘The Joy of Toys’’, was chosen to emphasize the chem-
istry involved in the creation and production of toys and 
the role that chemistry has played in new material devel-
opment that has helped to make toys safer and more du-
rable; and 
Whereas in recognition of National Chemistry Week, volun-
teers across the United States will teach children about 
the chemistry involved with the materials, function, and 
properties of toys during the week beginning October 16, 
2005: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives—
(1) recognizes that the important contributions of 
chemical scientists and engineers to technological 
progress and the health of many industries have created 
new jobs, boosted economic growth, and improved the 
Nation’s health and standard of living; 
(2) supports the goals of National Chemistry Week 
as founded by the American Chemical Society; and 
(3) encourages the people of the United States to 
observe National Chemistry Week with appropriate rec-
ognition, ceremonies, activities, and programs to dem-
•HRES 457 EH 
onstrate the importance of chemistry to our everyday 
lives.
Passed the House of Representatives October 17, 
2005. 
Attest:
Clerk.
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Whereas the United States strongly supports improving nu-
clear safety in Ukraine; 
Whereas, in 1997, the United States, the European Union, 
and Ukraine developed the Shelter Implementation Plan 
for the purpose of protecting people and the environment 
from the dangers of the large quantity of highly radio-
active material contained in the Chernobyl nuclear power 
plant; 
Whereas as the United States is the largest single country 
donor to the Chernobyl Shelter Fund, which was created 
with the purpose of funding the Shelter Implementation 
Plan, having pledged a total of $203,000,000; and 
Whereas the most critical component of the Shelter Imple-
mentation Plan will be the construction of a new shelter 
designed to better protect people and the environment 
from the radioactive remains of the Chernobyl nuclear 
power plant: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes the 20th anniversary of the 
Chernobyl nuclear disaster and expresses sympathy 
for the ongoing effects of the disaster, including ad-
verse health consequences and deaths; 
(2) calls upon national and international health 
organizations to focus their research into the public 
health consequences of the Chernobyl nuclear dis-
aster into areas identified by the Chernobyl Shelter 
Fund, so that the global community can benefit 
from the findings of such research; 
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(3) supports continued United States assistance 
to the Chernobyl Shelter Fund, the Shelter Imple-
mentation Plan, construction of a facility to store 
spent nuclear fuel, and other efforts to mitigate the 
consequences of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster; and 
(4) urges other countries and the European 
Union to continue to provide assistance to the 
Chernobyl Shelter Fund, the Shelter Implementation 
Plan, construction of a facility to store spent nuclear 
fuel, and other efforts to mitigate the consequences 
of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. 
Æ 
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IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 81 
Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to post on the official 
public Internet site of the House of Representatives all lobbying registra-
tions and reports filed with the Clerk under the Lobbying Disclosure 
Act of 1995. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
FEBRUARY 9, 2005 
Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin submitted the following resolution; which was 
referred to the Committee on the Judiciary 
RESOLUTION 
Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to post 
on the official public Internet site of the House of Rep-
resentatives all lobbying registrations and reports filed 
with the Clerk under the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 
1995. 
Resolved, 
SECTION 1. POSTING OF LOBBYING REGISTRATION AND 
DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS ON HOUSE OF 
REPRESENTATIVES INTERNET SITE. 
(a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 60 days after re-
ceipt, the Clerk of the House of Representatives shall post 
on the official public Internet site of the House of Rep-
•HRES 81 IH 
resentatives each registration and report filed with and re-
tained by the Clerk under the Lobbying Disclosure Act 
of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), in a manner similar to 
the manner by which the Secretary of the Senate posts 
on the official Internet site of the Senate the registrations 
and reports filed with and retained by the Secretary under 
such Act. 
(b) PROVIDING NOTICE ON FORMS.—The Clerk shall 
include on each registration and report form prepared and 
provided by the Clerk for purposes of the Lobbying Disclo-
sure Act of 1995 a statement that the completed form will 
be posted on the official public Internet site of the House 
of Representatives in accordance with subsection (a). 
SEC. 2. EFFECTIVE DATE. 
This resolution shall apply with respect to all reg-
istrations and reports filed with the Clerk of the House 
of Representatives on or after the date of the adoption 
of this resolution. 
Æ
IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 457 
Recognizing the importance and positive contributions of chemistry to our 
everyday lives and supporting the goals and ideals of National Chemistry 
Week. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
SEPTEMBER 21, 2005 
Mr. HOLT (for himself, Mr. EHLERS, Mr. OLVER, Mrs. BIGGERT, and Mr. 
GINGREY) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Science 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the importance and positive contributions of 
chemistry to our everyday lives and supporting the goals 
and ideals of National Chemistry Week. 
Whereas chemistry is at the core of every technology we ben-
efit from today; 
Whereas the power of the chemical sciences is what they cre-
ate as a whole; an enabling infrastructure that delivers 
the foods, fuels, medicines, and materials that are the 
hallmarks of modern life; 
Whereas the contributions of chemical scientists and engi-
neers are central to technological progress and to the 
health of many industries, including the chemical, phar-
maceutical, electronics, agricultural, automotive, and
•HRES 457 IH 
aerospace sectors, and these contributions boost economic 
growth, create new jobs, and improve our health and 
standard of living; 
Whereas the American Chemical Society, the world’s largest 
scientific society, founded National Chemistry Week in 
1987 to educate the public, particularly elementary and 
secondary school children, about the role of chemistry in 
society and to enhance students’ appreciation of the 
chemical sciences; 
Whereas National Chemistry Week is a community-based 
public awareness campaign conducted by more than 
10,000 volunteers in all 50 States, the District of Colum-
bia, and Puerto Rico; 
Whereas National Chemistry Week volunteers from United 
States industry, government, secondary schools, and in-
stitutions of higher education reach and educate millions 
of children through hands-on science activities in local 
schools, libraries, and museums; 
Whereas the theme of National Chemistry Week in 2005, 
‘‘The Joy of Toys’’, was chosen to emphasize the chem-
istry involved in the creation and production of toys and 
the role that chemistry has played in new material devel-
opment that has helped to make toys safer and more du-
rable; and 
Whereas in recognition of National Chemistry Week, volun-
teers across the United States will teach children about 
the chemistry involved with the materials, function, and 
properties of toys during the week beginning October 16, 
2005: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives—
•HRES 457 IH 
(1) recognizes that the important contributions 
of chemical scientists and engineers to technological 
progress and the health of many industries have cre-
ated new jobs, boosted economic growth, and im-
proved the Nation’s health and standard of living; 
(2) supports the goals of National Chemistry 
Week as founded by the American Chemical Society; 
and 
(3) encourages the people of the United States 
to observe National Chemistry Week with appro-
priate recognition, ceremonies, activities, and pro-
grams to demonstrate the importance of chemistry 
to our everyday lives. 
Æ
IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 704 
Congratulating the University of Maryland on the occasion of its 150th 
anniversary. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
MARCH 1, 2006 
Mr. HOYER (for himself, Mr. CARDIN, Mr. GILCHREST, Mr. BARTLETT of 
Maryland, Mr. WYNN, Mr. CUMMINGS, Mr. RUPPERSBERGER, and Mr. 
VAN HOLLEN) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to 
the Committee on Education and the Workforce 
RESOLUTION 
Congratulating the University of Maryland on the occasion 
of its 150th anniversary. 
Whereas the University of Maryland was established by the 
State legislature in 1856 as the Maryland Agricultural 
College on land purchased from descendants of the origi-
nal proprietor; 
Whereas the University of Maryland became an early bene-
ficiary of the Federal land grant program created by the 
Morrill Act in 1862, and subsequently became a leader 
among State universities receiving Federal land grants; 
Whereas the University of Maryland was designated the 
‘‘flagship’’ campus of the University System of Maryland 
by an Act of the State legislature in 1988; 
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Whereas since that time, the University of Maryland has 
made significant advances in becoming a nationally rec-
ognized major research institution, which has attracted 
an impressive faculty and graduate and undergraduate 
student body, making the University an innovative and 
resourceful leader among public universities; 
Whereas the University of Maryland has successfully entered 
into Federal, State, and private partnerships, in the 
United States and abroad, to further its educational and 
research mission, resulting in significant intellectual and 
economic benefits to the State and Nation; 
Whereas such Federal partnerships, many of which have been 
established at the University of Maryland’s new M 
Square research park, include the Food and Drug Ad-
ministration’s Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutri-
tion, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra-
tion’s National Center for Weather and Climate Pre-
diction, the Maryland Center for Advanced Study of Lan-
guage, and several programs administered by the Depart-
ment of Homeland Security, as well as the construction 
of the magnificent National Archives II facility on the 
western edge of the University campus; 
Whereas the athletics program at the University of Maryland, 
both men’s and women’s, has brought great pride to the 
members of the campus community and to the citizens of 
Maryland, and has garnered the University numerous 
conference and national championships; and 
Whereas administrators, faculty, staff, students, and athletes 
of the University of Maryland, past and present, have 
worked diligently to achieve these successes and recogni-
tions: Now, therefore, be it 
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‘‘(II) the institution has or had a 
clinical training program that was ap-
proved by a State as of January 1, 
1992, and has continuously operated a 
clinical training program in not less 
than 1 State that is approved by such 
State;’’; 
(2) in subsection (b)— 
(A) in paragraph (1)— 
(i) in subparagraph (D), by inserting 
‘‘and’’ after the semicolon; 
(ii) in subparagraph (E), by striking 
‘‘; and’’ and inserting a period; and 
(iii) by striking subparagraph (F); 
and 
(B) by striking paragraph (2) and inserting 
the following: 
‘‘(2) ADDITIONAL INSTITUTIONS.—The term ‘pro-
prietary institution of higher education’ also includes 
a proprietary educational institution in any State 
that, in lieu of the requirement in section 101(a)(1), 
admits as regular students persons— 
‘‘(A) who are beyond the age of compulsory 
school attendance in the State in which the insti-
tution is located; or
IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 459 
Recognizing the achievements and contributions of the Waterfowl Population 
Survey Program of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
SEPTEMBER 22, 2005 
Mr. DINGELL (for himself and Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania) submitted the 
following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Resources 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the achievements and contributions of the Wa-
terfowl Population Survey Program of the United States 
Fish and Wildlife Service. 
Whereas every spring and summer, pilot-biologists take to the 
skies to survey North America’s waterfowl breeding 
grounds as part of the Waterfowl Population Survey of 
the United States Fish and Wildlife Service; 
Whereas such pilot-biologists, flying more than 80,000 miles 
a year and crisscrossing the country just above the tree-
tops and open fields, and observers on the ground record 
the number of ducks, geese, and swans and assess the 
quality and quantity of water-fowl breeding habitats; 
Whereas from the wide-open bays and wetlands of the eastern 
shores of North America to some of the most remote re-
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gions of Canada and Alaska, such pilot-biologists are doc-
umenting an important part of our wild heritage; 
Whereas the Waterfowl Population Survey of the United 
States Fish and Wildlife Service is celebrating its 50th 
anniversary in 2005, is featured on the 2005–2006 Fed-
eral migratory-bird hunting and conservation stamp (pop-
ularly known as the Duck Stamp), and has been recog-
nized by the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation for 
its contribution to waterfowl hunting; 
Whereas the Waterfowl Population Survey Program has 
evolved into the largest and most reliable wildlife survey 
effort in the world; and 
Whereas for more than 50 years cooperative waterfowl sur-
veys have been performed by the United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, the Canadian Wildlife Service, State and 
provincial biologists, and non-governmental partners, and 
the results of such surveys have determined the status of 
North America’s waterfowl populations, play an impor-
tant role in setting annual waterfowl hunting regulations, 
and help guide the decisions of waterfowl managers 
throughout North America: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes the achievements and contribu-
tions of the Waterfowl Population Survey Program 
of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service; 
(2) expresses strong support for the continued 
success of the Waterfowl Population Survey Pro-
gram;
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(3) encourages the United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service in its efforts to broaden under-
standing and public participation in the Waterfowl 
Population Survey Program by increasing partner-
ships to continue growth and development of the 
survey; and 
(4) reaffirms its commitment to the Waterfowl 
Population Survey Program and the conservation of 
the rich natural heritage of the United States. 
Æ
•HRES 704 IH 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) congratulates the University of Maryland on 
the occasion of its 150th anniversary; and 
(2) commends the President of the University, 
Dr. C. D. ‘‘Dan’’ Mote, Jr.; the Chancellor of the 
University System of Maryland, Dr. William E. 
Kirwan; the Chairman of the Board of Regents, Mr. 
David Nevins; and the administration, faculty, staff, 
graduate and undergraduate students, and alumni of 
the University for their outstanding performance. 
Æ 
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IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 820 
Expressing support for the celebration of ‘‘Human Rights Day’’ and ‘‘Human 
Rights Week’’. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
MAY 18, 2006 
Mr. SHERMAN submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on International Relations, and in addition to the Committee 
on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the 
Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within 
the jurisdiction of the committee concerned 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for the celebration of ‘‘Human Rights 
Day’’ and ‘‘Human Rights Week’’. 
Whereas the founding ideals of our Nation emphasize the im-
portance of protecting human liberty throughout the 
world; 
Whereas as a Nation, we cherish the values of free speech, 
equality, and religious freedom, and steadfastly oppose 
injustice and tyranny; 
Whereas the Bill of Rights has protected basic human rights 
and liberties since the founding of the United States; 
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Whereas the Constitution reflects our Founders’ knowledge of 
history and government as well as their own experiences 
related to human rights in their time; 
Whereas, in the United States, all citizens have the oppor-
tunity to voice their opinions, practice their faith, and 
enjoy the blessings of freedom; 
Whereas the United Nations General Assembly adopted the 
Universal Declaration of Human Rights on December 10, 
1948, in response to the tragedies of World War II; 
Whereas the Universal Declaration of Human Rights affirms 
the inalienable rights of people everywhere; 
Whereas the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was 
part of a global effort to curb systemic cruelty and injus-
tice; 
Whereas human rights awareness is essential to the realiza-
tion of fundamental freedoms and contributes to pro-
moting equality, preventing conflict and human rights 
violations, and enhancing participation in democratic 
processes; 
Whereas progress has been made in ensuring that human 
dignity is respected, and we have witnessed the rise of 
democratic governments around the world; 
Whereas no other system of government has done more to 
protect minorities, secure the rights of labor, improve the 
status of women, or channel human energy to the pur-
suits of peace than democracy; 
Whereas freedom and dignity are gifts to each man and 
woman in the world; 
Whereas the Department of State has declared that a central 
goal of United States foreign policy is the promotion of 
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