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•HRES 946 IH 
Whereas the Canandaigua VAMC became affiliated with the 
University of Rochester Medical School following World 
War II, thereby fostering increased community involve-
ment within the hospital; 
Whereas the Canandaigua VAMC introduced the open hos-
pital concept during the 1950s, providing patients with 
increased freedom and greater responsibility for their 
own care and rehabilitation; 
Whereas the Canandaigua VAMC became a member of the 
Veterans Integrated Service Network during the 1990s, 
shifting to an outpatient model of care with refined and 
specialized facilities; 
Whereas the Canandaigua VAMC was designated a Mental 
Health Center of Excellence in 2005, advancing research 
for mental health issues affecting many veterans; 
Whereas the Canandaigua VAMC opened a National Suicide 
Prevention Hot Line in 2007, to provide continuous na-
tional assistance for veterans from mental health profes-
sionals at Canandaigua; 
Whereas the Canandaigua VAMC employs 755 Full Time 
Equivalent Employees, who have honorably and whole-
heartedly devoted themselves to serving our nation’s 
bravest heroes; and 
Whereas the Canandaigua VAMC continues to offer a full 
continuum of services to our Nation’s veterans: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the United States House of Rep-
resentatives recognizes the Canandaigua Veterans Affairs 
Medical Center for 75 years of outstanding, dedicated 
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service to our Nation’s veterans, who have put their lives 
on the line and served their country with honor. 
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•HRES 947 EH 
Whereas Congress recognizes January 13 as Korean-Amer-
ican Day, honoring the contributions of Korean-Ameri-
cans in forging stronger bilateral ties between our two 
countries; 
Whereas the Republic of Korea is the United States seventh 
largest trading partner and the United States is the third 
largest trading partner of the Republic of Korea with 
nearly $80 billion in annual trade volume; 
Whereas the United States and the Republic of Korea are 
working closely together to promote international peace 
and security, economic prosperity, human rights, and the 
rule of law; and 
Whereas Lee Myung-Bak, upon winning the election to be-
come the next President of the Republic of Korea, stated 
that he would seek to further strengthen the relationship 
with the United States: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives congratu-
lates Lee Myung-Bak on his election to the presidency of the 
Republic of Korea and wishes him well during his time of 
transition and on his inauguration on February 25, 2008. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
H. Res. 948 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
March 11, 2008. 
Whereas on January 3, 2008, the University of Kansas (KU) 
football team won the 2008 FedEx Orange Bowl, defeat-
ing Virginia Tech by a score of 24 to 21 for the first 
major bowl victory in university history; 
Whereas the KU football team won 12 games this season to 
set a school record; 
Whereas KU ranked seventh in the final Top 25 polls re-
leased on January 8, 2008, for the second highest final 
ranking in school history (the school ranked sixth in 
1968); 
Whereas the KU football team reached a number 2 ranking 
on November 18, 2007, their highest national ranking in 
program history; 
Whereas the KU team set the school record for points, an av-
erage of 42.77 points per game, and total yards (479.77 
yards); 
Whereas KU was the only school in the country to rank in 
the top 5 nationally in both scoring offense (second) and 
scoring defense (fifth); 
Whereas Head Coach Mark Mangino was awarded multiple 
national coach of the year honors;
HR 1065 PCS 
(2) RESERVATION OF RIGHTS AND RETENTION 
OF CLAIMS BY TRIBE AGAINST UNITED STATES.— 
Notwithstanding the waiver and release of claims 
authorized under subsection (a)(3), the Tribe, on be-
half of itself and the members of the Tribe, shall re-
tain any right— 
(A) subject to subparagraph 16.9 of the 
Agreement, to assert claims for injuries to, and 
seek enforcement of, the rights of the Tribe and 
members under the Agreement or this Act, in 
any Federal or State court of competent juris-
diction; 
(B) to assert claims for injuries to, and 
seek enforcement of, the rights of the Tribe and 
members under the judgment and decree en-
tered by the court in the Gila River adjudica-
tion proceedings; 
(C) to assert claims for injuries to, and 
seek enforcement of, the rights of the Tribe and 
members under the judgment and decree en-
tered by the court in the Little Colorado River 
adjudication proceedings; 
(D) to object to any claims by or for any 
other Indian tribe, Indian community or nation, 
dependent Indian community, or the United 
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•HRES 948 EH 
Whereas Head Coach Mark Mangino has produced a min-
imum of 6 wins in 3 straight seasons for the first time 
in 46 years for the KU football program; 
Whereas the KU football team produced 2 first-team All- 
Americans, cornerback Aqib Talib and offensive tackle 
Anthony Collins, and 1 second-team All-American in de-
fensive tackle James McClinton; and 
Whereas the KU football team was also honored to have 2 
Academic All-America recipients on the team, Russell 
Brorsen and John Larson: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) congratulates and commends the University of 
Kansas football team for winning the 2008 FedEx Or-
ange Bowl and for having the most successful year in 
program history; 
(2) recognizes the significant achievements of the 
players, coaches, students, alumni, and support staff 
whose dedication and hard work helped the University of 
Kansas football team win the FedEx Orange Bowl; and 
(3) respectfully requests the Clerk of the House of 
Representatives to transmit enrolled copies of this reso-
lution to the following individuals for display: 
(A) Robert Hemenway, Chancellor of the Uni-
versity of Kansas. 
(B) Richard Lariviere, Provost and Executive 
Vice Chancellor of the University of Kansas.
•HRES 948 EH 
(C) Lew Perkins, Athletics Director of the 
University of Kansas. 
(D) Mark Mangino, Head Coach. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
amended by striking ‘‘of section’’ and inserting ‘‘of 
sections 7(d)(3) and’’. 
SEC. 6. EFFECTIVE DATE. 
This Act, and the amendments made by this Act, take 
effect as if enacted on May 28, 2007 and apply to all 
claims of discrimination in compensation under title VII 
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000e et seq.), 
the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (29 
U.S.C. 621 et seq.), title I and section 503 of the Ameri-
cans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and sections 501 and 
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, that are pending 
on or after that date. 
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grantee to transfer all or part of funds provided as 
a grant under this section, from uses specified in the 
grant to other uses authorized under this Act, if the 
Secretary determines that such transfer is in the in-
terests of homeland security. 
‘‘(g) STATE AND REGIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES.— 
‘‘(1) PASS-THROUGH.—The Secretary shall re-
quire a recipient of a grant under this section that 
is a State or multi-State entity to provide to local 
governments, first responders, and other local 
groups, consistent with homeland security plans 
specified in the application for the grant, not less 
than 80 percent of the grant funds, resources pur-
chased with the grant funds having a value equal to 
at least 80 percent of the amount of the grant, or 
a combination thereof, by not later than the end of 
the 45-day period beginning on the date the grant 
recipient receives the grant funds. 
‘‘(2) COST SHARING.— 
‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The Federal share of 
the costs of an activity carried out with a grant 
to a State or region under this section shall not 
exceed 75 percent. 
‘‘(B) EFFECTIVE
DATE.—The matching 
requirement under subparagraph (A) shall take 
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•HRES 948 IH 
Whereas the KU football team reached a number 2 ranking 
on November 18, 2007, their highest national ranking in 
program history; 
Whereas the KU team set the school record for points, an av-
erage of 42.77 points per game, and total yards (479.77 
yards); 
Whereas KU was the only school in the country to rank in 
the top 5 nationally in both scoring offense (second) and 
scoring defense (fifth); 
Whereas Head Coach Mark Mangino was awarded multiple 
national coach of the year honors; 
Whereas Head Coach Mark Mangino has produced a min-
imum of 6 wins in 3 straight seasons for the first time 
in 46 years for the KU football program; 
Whereas the KU football team produced 2 first-team All- 
Americans, cornerback Aquib Talib and offensive tackle 
Anthony Collins, and 1 second-team All-American in de-
fensive tackle James McClinton; and 
Whereas the KU football team was also honored to have 2 
Academic All-American recipients on the team, Russell 
Brorsen and John Larson: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) congratulates and commends the University 
of Kansas football team for winning the 2008 
FedEx Orange Bowl and for having the most suc-
cessful year in program history; 
(2) recognizes the significant achievements of 
the players, coaches, students, alumni, and support 
staff whose dedication and hard work helped the 
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University of Kansas football team win the FedEx 
Orange Bowl; and 
(3) respectfully requests the Clerk of the House 
of Representatives to transmit enrolled copies of this 
resolution to the following individuals for display: 
(A) Robert Hemenway, Chancellor of the 
University of Kansas. 
(B) Richard Lariviere, Provost and Execu-
tive Vice Chancellor of the University of Kan-
sas. 
(C) Lew Perkins, Athletics Director of the 
University of Kansas. 
(D) Mark Mangino, Head Coach. 
Æ 
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•HRES 94 EH 
schools, non-profit organizations, and consumer advo-
cates to provide citizens with the information necessary 
to effectively protect themselves against consumer fraud, 
and encourage all citizens to take an active role in pro-
tecting their personal information; and 
(3) encourages people across the Nation to take ad-
vantage of the wealth of consumer protection informa-
tion that can enhance confidence in the marketplace. 
Attest:
Clerk.
IV 
110TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 949 
Recognizing and commending the 100th Anniversary of the Augusta Metro 
Chamber of Commerce. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JANUARY 29, 2008 
Mr. BROUN of Georgia (for himself, Mr. BARRETT of South Carolina, and Mr. 
BARROW) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Energy and Commerce 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing and commending the 100th Anniversary of the 
Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce. 
Whereas the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce is build-
ing a stronger and better community in Augusta, Georgia 
by working with the businesses, merchants, and industry 
to advance the civic, economic, industrial, professional, 
and cultural life of Augusta; 
Whereas the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce jointly 
represents the voices of small and large businesses alike 
to promote a pro-business environment by serving as its 
advocate, promoting the region, enhancing the business 
climate, and providing quality membership programs and 
services; 
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•HRES 949 IH 
Whereas the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce and its 
members provide citizens with a strong business environ-
ment that increases employment, retail trade and com-
merce, and industrial growth in order to make Augusta 
a better place to live; 
Whereas the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce has 
worked to promote a prosperous future for all Augustans 
through legislative efforts and through events such as the 
annual Legislative Breakfast, the Women in Business 
luncheons, the Economic Club Speaker Series, and 
through programs such as Drugs Don’t Work and Lead-
ership Augusta; and 
Whereas with credit to the efforts and leadership of the 
chamber of commerce, Augusta is home to excellent hous-
ing, schools, health care, and shopping; 
Resolved, That the United States House of Rep-
resentatives— 
(1) recognizes the leaders and members of the 
Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce for their 100 
years of dedicated service to Augusta’s economic de-
velopment; 
(2) commends their efforts to ensure Augusta’s 
continued competitiveness in our domestic and global 
economies; and 
(3) directs the Clerk of the House of Represent-
atives to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolu-
tion to the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, 
Walter Dukes, Chairman Don Bailey, Chairman 
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•HRES 949 IH 
Elect Sue Parr, and President and Augusta Mayor 
Deke Copenhaver. 
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H. Res. 94
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
February 5, 2007.
Whereas informed consumers are better equipped to see 
through frauds and deceptions, whether they take the 
form of questionable claims in an advertisement, offers 
that come in the mail or e-mail, or schemes designed to 
appear to be risk-free; 
Whereas the Federal Government provides many educational 
resources and programs to help people protect themselves 
against fraud by supplying them with information about 
their options in the marketplace; 
Whereas the Federal Trade Commission and more than 100 
other Federal agencies have collaborated on a website, 
www.consumer.gov, which provides helpful information 
ranging from how credit ratings work to how to buy a 
new home; 
Whereas the Federal Trade Commission has prepared a col-
lection of easy-to-use materials to enable anyone, regard-
less of their existing knowledge about identity theft, to 
learn about and inform others about how to protect 
themselves against this serious crime; 
Whereas consumers can find practical tips from National 
Consumer Protection Week partner organizations about 
how to make well-informed purchase decisions, avoid
•HRES 94 EH 
scams, protect their personal information, and file a com-
plaint online at www.consumer.gov/ncpw; 
Whereas, by gathering and sharing information, consumers 
and their friends and families can be more confident, 
savvy, and safe in the marketplace; 
Whereas increasing financial literacy and information about 
financial services provides consumers with the knowledge 
to obtain the most appropriate and prudent options for 
managing their finances and building wealth; 
Whereas a 2005 report by the Comptroller General entitled 
‘‘Credit Reporting Literacy’’ supports educational efforts 
to increase consumers’ understanding of the credit re-
porting process and suggests that such efforts target 
those areas in which consumers’ knowledge is weakest, 
including populations with less education, lower incomes, 
and less experience obtaining credit; and 
Whereas public, community-based, and private sector organi-
zations throughout the United States are working to in-
crease financial literacy rates and consumer protection 
for people of all ages and walks of life through a range 
of outreach efforts, including media campaigns, websites, 
and one-on-one counseling for individuals: Now, there-
fore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives—
(1) supports the goals and ideals of the Ninth An-
nual National Consumer Protection Week, including 
raising public awareness about the importance of con-
sumer protection; 
(2) requests that the President issue a proclamation 
calling upon Government officials, industry leaders,
•HRES 950 IH 
Eatonville, Florida, the Nation’s oldest incorporated 
black municipality, established in 1887; 
Whereas the festival is organized and presented by the Asso-
ciation to Preserve the Eatonville Community, Inc. 
(‘‘P.E.C.’’), a membership-based, tax exempt, historic 
preservation organization established in 1988; 
Whereas the festival has been a celebrated event of the cen-
tral Florida community since 1990 and annually attracts 
over 50,000 locals and tourists; 
Whereas this year’s festival’s line up will bring together 
scholars from Canada to the Caribbean, along with ap-
pearances from entertainers, including soul sensation 
Peabo Bryson, inspirational Gospel leader Dr. Bobby 
Jones, critically acclaimed actress C.C.H Pounder, be-
loved festival supporter and legendary actress Miss Ruby 
Dee, and more; 
Whereas this multi-day affair has evolved into a national 
event, named ‘‘One of 25 Cultural Tourism Success Sto-
ries’’ by the National Trust for Historic Preservation; 
Whereas received the ‘‘Regional Destination Award in the 
Humanities’’ from the Cultural Olympiad; 
Whereas was named ‘‘One of the Top 100 Events in North 
America’’ by the American Bus Association and named 
one of Newday’s ‘‘Top Picks’’; 
Whereas the festival attracts world-renowned personalities 
from the scholarly, arts, cultural, and entertainment sec-
tors; and 
Whereas the festival celebrates the historical significance of 
Zora Neal Hurston’s hometown, Eatonville, as well as the 
cultural contributions of people African ancestry have 
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•HRES 950 IH 
made to the United States and world culture: Now, there-
fore, be it 
Resolved, That the United States House of Rep-
resentatives recognizes the 19th annual ‘‘Zora Neale 
Hurston Festival of the Arts and Humanities’’. 
Æ 
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H. Res. 952 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
May 5, 2008. 
Whereas the education of children in the United States is the 
foundation of the future success of the United States; 
Whereas education is critical for the creation of an innovative 
workforce and for increasing the global competitiveness of 
the United States; 
Whereas teachers help students cultivate the knowledge and 
principles necessary to be successful in life; 
Whereas teachers are held to high expectations, while often 
receiving little compensation; 
Whereas teachers help instill civic responsibility among stu-
dents in the United States; 
Whereas teachers deserve annual national recognition for 
their knowledge, selfless dedication to their profession, 
compassion, and sacrifice; and 
Whereas the Tuesday of the first full week of May of each 
year is an appropriate day for the establishment of Na-
tional Teacher Day: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That it is the sense of the House of Represent-
atives that— 
(1) there should be established a National Teacher 
Day to honor and celebrate teachers; and
•HRES 957 IH 
Whereas the lack of national savings is particularly egregious 
as numerous homeowners face mortgage foreclosures in 
the wake of the ‘‘subprime crisis’’ because most Ameri-
cans do not have 1 month of savings or liquid assets, let 
alone the recommended 6 months of savings or liquid as-
sets if they experience financial troubles; 
Whereas this second America Saves Week, February 25 to 
March 4, 2007, is being introduced as an annual event 
to focus all of us on the need and opportunities for finan-
cial action; and 
Whereas the issue of making saving automatic and habitual 
is a primary focus for this second America Saves Week: 
Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes the importance of increasing the 
savings rate and reducing consumer indebtedness in 
the United States through effective social marketing 
campaigns; 
(2) supports the goals and ideals of America 
Saves Week; and 
(3) encourages the President to issue a procla-
mation calling upon the people of the United States 
to participate in America Saves Week with appro-
priate activities. 
Æ 
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H. Res. 953 
In the House of Representatives, U. S., 
March 12, 2008. 
Whereas it was through the brave and noble efforts of the 
Nation’s forefathers that the United States first gained 
freedom and became a sovereign nation; 
Whereas there are more than 1,354,000 active component 
and more than 1,100,000 reserve component members of 
the Armed Forces serving the Nation in support and de-
fense of the values and freedom that all Americans cher-
ish; 
Whereas the members of the Armed Forces deserve the ut-
most respect and admiration of their fellow Americans 
for putting their lives in danger for the sake of the free-
doms enjoyed by all Americans; 
Whereas the families of members of the Armed Forces make 
sacrifices commensurate with the men and women of the 
Armed Forces; 
Whereas members of the Armed Forces are defending free-
dom and democracy around the globe and are playing a 
vital role in protecting the safety and security of all 
Americans; 
Whereas the Nation officially celebrates and honors the ac-
complishments and sacrifices of veterans, patriots, and
•HRES 953 EH 
leaders who fought for freedom, this resolution pays trib-
ute to those who currently serve in the Armed Forces; 
Whereas all Americans should participate in a moment of si-
lence to support our troops and their families; and 
Whereas March 26th, 2008, is designated as ‘‘National Sup-
port Our Troops Day’’: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That it is the sense of the House of Represent-
atives that all Americans should participate in a moment of 
silence to reflect upon the service and sacrifice of members 
of the United States Armed Forces both at home and abroad, 
and their families. 
Attest: 
Clerk.
•HRES 953 IH 
Whereas the members of the Armed Forces deserve the ut-
most respect and admiration of their fellow Americans 
for putting their lives in danger for the sake of the free-
doms enjoyed by all Americans; 
Whereas members of the Armed Forces are defending free-
dom and democracy around the globe and are playing a 
vital role in protecting the safety and security of all 
Americans; 
Whereas the Nation officially celebrates and honors the ac-
complishments and sacrifices of veterans, patriots, and 
leaders who fought for freedom, but does not yet officially 
pay tribute to those who currently serve in the Armed 
Forces; 
Whereas all Americans should participate in a moment of si-
lence to support our troops; and 
Whereas March 26th, 2008, is designated as ‘‘National Sup-
port Our Troops Day’’: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That it is the sense of the House of Rep-
resentatives that all Americans should participate in a mo-
ment of silence to reflect upon the service and sacrifice 
of members of the United States Armed Forces both at 
home and abroad. 
Æ 
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