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•HJ 12 IH 
Whereas members of the United States Armed Forces con-
tinue to further peace and stability in many regions of 
the world through contributions to the North Atlantic 
Treaty Organization and the United Nations; 
Whereas since September 11, 2001, members of the United 
States Armed Forces have promoted homeland security 
throughout the United States by performing various mis-
sions, including providing security at the Nation’s air-
ports, protecting the public at special events, and patrol-
ling the Nation’s skies with combat air patrols; 
Whereas these post-September 11, 2001, missions have been 
in addition to other regular military missions and have 
been performed without any increase in the size of the 
Armed Forces; 
Whereas since the commencement of Operation Enduring 
Freedom, members of the Armed Forces have dem-
onstrated exceptional effectiveness in combating terrorism 
and in bringing stability to struggling nations like Af-
ghanistan; 
Whereas members of the Armed Forces are helping around 
the world to train the militaries of other nations in 
counter-terrorism operations; 
Whereas members of the Armed Forces even now are serving, 
in the Persian Gulf, on the Korean peninsula, and else-
where, as a deterrent to those who might repudiate diplo-
macy and fail to honor their international commitments; 
Whereas the members of the National Guard and Reserve 
have played integral roles in the performance of every 
military mission and continue to be critical to the effec-
tiveness of the total force; and
•HJ 12 IH 
Whereas the ability of members of the Armed Forces to per-
form their missions requires the support and sacrifice of 
their families and the commitment to go wherever the 
Nation needs them: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the United States of America in Congress assembled, 
That Congress—
(1) commends all members of the United States 
Armed Forces (whether on active duty, in the Na-
tional Guard, or in the Reserve) for their exemplary 
service to the Nation in combating terrorism and in 
preserving peace and stability throughout the world; 
(2) applauds the supportive efforts of the fami-
lies of members of the Armed Forces in helping to 
make possible their dedicated service to the Nation; 
and 
(3) commits itself to supporting the Nation’s 
servicemembers as they carry out the missions to 
which they are assigned.
Æ
108TH CONGRESS
1ST SESSION
H. J. RES. 13
JOINT RESOLUTION
Making further continuing appropriations for the
fiscal year 2003, and for other purposes.
H. J. Res. 13
One Hundred Eighth Congress
of the
United States of America
AT THE FIRST SESSION
Begun and held at the City of Washington on Tuesday,
the seventh day of January, two thousand and three
Joint Resolution
Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2003, and for other
purposes.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled, That Public Law
107–229 is further amended by striking the date specified in section
107(c) and inserting in lieu thereof ‘‘February 7, 2003’’.
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Vice President of the United States and
President of the Senate.
IA 
108TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. J. RES. 13
Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2003, and for 
other purposes. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JANUARY 27, 2003
Mr. YOUNG of Florida introduced the following joint resolution; which was 
referred to the Committee on Appropriations 
JOINT RESOLUTION 
Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 
2003, and for other purposes.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the United States of America in Congress assembled, 
That Public Law 107–229 is further amended by striking 
the date specified in section 107(c) and inserting in lieu 
thereof ‘‘February 7, 2003’’.
Æ
IIB 
108TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. J. RES. 13
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES 
JANUARY 28, 2003
Received 
JOINT RESOLUTION 
Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 
2003, and for other purposes.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the United States of America in Congress assembled, 
That Public Law 107–229 is further amended by striking
HJ 13 RDS 
the date specified in section 107(c) and inserting in lieu 
thereof ‘‘February 7, 2003’’.
Passed the House of Representatives January 28, 
2003. 
Attest: 
JEFF TRANDAHL, 
Clerk.
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Whereas Ronald Reagan’s leadership was instrumental in ex-
tending freedom and democracy around the globe and 
uniting a world divided by the Cold War; 
Whereas Ronald Reagan is loved and admired by millions of 
Americans, and by countless others around the world; 
Whereas the recent tragic loss of the space shuttle Columbia 
and her crew remind us of how, 17 years ago, Ronald 
Reagan’s eloquence helped heal the Nation after the 
Challenger disaster; 
Whereas Nancy Reagan not only served as a gracious First 
Lady but also led a national crusade against illegal drug 
use; 
Whereas, together Ronald and Nancy Reagan dedicated their 
lives to promoting national pride and to bettering the 
quality of life in the United States and throughout the 
world; and 
Whereas the thoughts and prayers of the Congress and the 
country are with Ronald Reagan in his courageous battle 
with Alzheimer’s disease: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the United States of America in Congress assembled, 
That the Congress, on behalf of the American people, ex-
tends its birthday greetings and best wishes to Ronald 
Reagan on his 92d birthday.
Æ
IA 
108TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. J. RES. 14
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide 
that Federal judges be reconfirmed by the Senate every 10 years. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JANUARY 27, 2003
Mr. HEFLEY introduced the following joint resolution; which was referred to 
the Committee on the Judiciary 
JOINT RESOLUTION 
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United 
States to provide that Federal judges be reconfirmed 
by the Senate every 10 years.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-
thirds of each House concurring therein), That the fol-
lowing article is proposed as an amendment to the Con-
stitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all 
intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when 
ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several 
States within seven years after the date of its submission 
for ratification:
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‘‘ARTICLE —
‘‘Notwithstanding section 1 of article III of this Con-
stitution, a judge of an inferior court created under that 
article may not, except with the consent of the Senate, 
hold office for more than 10 years after—
‘‘(1) the judge took office, 
‘‘(2) the Senate last consented to the continu-
ance in office of the judge, or 
‘‘(3) the ratification of this article, 
whichever last occurs.’’.
Æ
IA 
108TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. J. RES. 15
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative 
to abolishing personal income, estate, and gift taxes and prohibiting 
the United States Government from engaging in business in competition 
with its citizens. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JANUARY 28, 2003
Mr. PAUL introduced the following joint resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on the Judiciary 
JOINT RESOLUTION 
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United 
States relative to abolishing personal income, estate, and 
gift taxes and prohibiting the United States Government 
from engaging in business in competition with its citi-
zens.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-
thirds of each House concurring therein), That the fol-
lowing article is proposed as an amendment to the Con-
stitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all 
intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when 
ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several
•HJ 15 IH 
States within seven years after the date of its submission 
for ratification: 
‘‘ARTICLE —
‘‘SECTION 1. The Government of the United States 
shall not engage in any business, professional, commercial, 
financial, or industrial enterprise except as specified in the 
Constitution. 
‘‘SECTION 2. The constitution or laws of any State, 
or the laws of the United States, shall not be subject to 
the terms of any foreign or domestic agreement which 
would abrogate this amendment. 
‘‘SECTION 3. The activities of the United States Gov-
ernment which violate the intent and purposes of this 
amendment shall, within a period of three years from the 
date of the ratification of this amendment, be liquidated 
and the properties and facilities affected shall be sold. 
‘‘SECTION 4. Three years after the ratification of this 
amendment the sixteenth article of amendments to the 
Constitution of the United States shall stand repealed and 
thereafter Congress shall not levy taxes on personal in-
comes, estates, and/or gifts.’’.
Æ
IIA 
108TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. J. RES. 1
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES 
JANUARY 9, 2003
Received 
JOINT RESOLUTION 
Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 
2003, and for other purposes.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the United States of America in Congress assembled, 
That Public Law 107–229 is further amended by striking
IA 
108TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. J. RES. 16
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit 
the number of consecutive terms that a Member of Congress may serve. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JANUARY 29, 2003
Mr. PLATTS introduced the following joint resolution; which was referred to 
the Committee on the Judiciary 
JOINT RESOLUTION 
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United 
States to limit the number of consecutive terms that 
a Member of Congress may serve.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-
thirds of each House concurring therein), That the fol-
lowing article is proposed as an amendment to the Con-
stitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all 
intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when 
ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several 
States within five years after the date of its submission 
for ratification:
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‘‘ARTICLE —
‘‘SECTION 1. No person who has been a Senator for 
two full consecutive terms shall again be a Senator until 
the date that is one year after the end of such second 
full consecutive term. 
‘‘SECTION 2. No person who has been a Representa-
tive for six full consecutive terms shall again be a Rep-
resentative until the date that is one year after the end 
of the sixth full consecutive term. 
‘‘SECTION 3. For the purposes of this article, any 
term that began before the date of the ratification of this 
article shall not be included in determining the number 
of full consecutive terms that a person has been a Senator 
or Representative.’’.
Æ
IA 
108TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. J. RES. 17
Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2003, and for 
other purposes. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
FEBRUARY 4, 2003
Mr. YOUNG of Florida introduced the following joint resolution; which was 
referred to the Committee on Appropriations 
JOINT RESOLUTION 
Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 
2003, and for other purposes.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the United States of America in Congress assembled, 
That Public Law 107–229 is further amended by striking
the date specified in section 107(c) and inserting in lieu 
thereof ‘‘February 14, 2003’’.
Æ
108TH CONGRESS
1ST SESSION
H. J. RES. 18
JOINT RESOLUTION
Making further continuing appropriations for the
fiscal year 2003, and for other purposes.
H. J. Res. 18
One Hundred Eighth Congress
of the
United States of America
AT THE FIRST SESSION
Begun and held at the City of Washington on Tuesday,
the seventh day of January, two thousand and three
Joint Resolution
Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2003, and for other
purposes.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled, That Public Law
107–229 is further amended by striking the date specified in section
107(c) and inserting in lieu thereof ‘‘February 20, 2003’’.
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Vice President of the United States and
President of the Senate.
H. J. Res. 18
One Hundred Eighth Congress
of the
United States of America 
AT THE FIRST SESSION 
Begun and held at the City of Washington on Tuesday, 
the seventh day of January, two thousand and three 
Joint Resolution 
Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2003, and for other 
purposes.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the 
United States of America in Congress assembled, That Public Law 
107–229 is further amended by striking the date specified in section 
107(c) and inserting in lieu thereof ‘‘February 20, 2003’’.
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Vice President of the United States and
President of the Senate.
IIA 
108TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. J. RES. 18
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES 
FEBRUARY 5, 2003
Received 
JOINT RESOLUTION 
Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 
2003, and for other purposes.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the United States of America in Congress assembled, 
That Public Law 107–229 is further amended by striking
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the date specified in section 107(c) and inserting in lieu 
thereof ‘‘February 20, 2003’’.
Passed the House of Representatives February 5, 
2003. 
Attest: 
JEFF TRANDAHL, 
Clerk.
HJ 1 RDS 
the date specified in section 107(c) and inserting in lieu 
thereof ‘‘January 31, 2003’’. 
SEC. 2. Public Law 107–229, as amended, is further 
amended in section 120, by striking ‘‘and December 1, 
2002,’’ and inserting ‘‘December 1, 2002, January 1, 
2003, and February 1, 2003,’’. 
SEC. 3. Section 613 of the Treasury and General 
Government Appropriations Act, 2002, is amended (1) by 
striking ‘‘2001’’ and ‘‘2002’’ each place it appears and 
inserting ‘‘2002’’ and ‘‘2003’’, respectively; and (2) in 
subsection (a)(1), as so amended, by inserting ‘‘(as in ef-
fect on September 30, 2002)’’ after ‘‘Act, 2002’’ and after 
‘‘such section 613’’: Provided, That such section, as so 
amended, shall be effective through September 30, 2003, 
notwithstanding section 107 of this joint resolution. 
SEC. 4. Public Law 107–229, as amended, is further 
amended by striking section 137 and inserting the fol-
lowing new section: 
‘‘SEC. 137. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision 
of this joint resolution, in addition to amounts made avail-
able in section 101, and subject to sections 107(c) and 
108, such sums as may be necessary shall be available to 
the Securities and Exchange Commission for the Sec-
retary of the Treasury to advance start-up expenses to the
108TH CONGRESS
1ST SESSION
H. J. RES. 19
JOINT RESOLUTION
Recognizing the 92d birthday of Ronald Reagan.
108TH CONGRESS
1ST SESSION
H. J. RES. 19
JOINT RESOLUTION
Recognizing the 92d birthday of Ronald Reagan.
Whereas February 6, 2003, is the 92d birthday of Ronald
Wilson Reagan;
Whereas Ronald Reagan is the first former President ever to
attain the age of 92;
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Whereas both Ronald Reagan and his wife Nancy Reagan
have distinguished records of public service to the United
States, the American people, and the international com-
munity;
Whereas Ronald Reagan was twice elected by overwhelming
margins as President of the United States;
Whereas Ronald Reagan fulfilled his pledge to help restore
‘‘the great, confident roar of American progress, growth,
and optimism’’ and ensure renewed economic prosperity;
Whereas Ronald Reagan’s leadership was instrumental in ex-
tending freedom and democracy around the globe and
uniting a world divided by the Cold War;
Whereas Ronald Reagan is loved and admired by millions of
Americans, and by countless others around the world;
Whereas the recent tragic loss of the space shuttle Columbia
and her crew remind us of how, 17 years ago, Ronald
Reagan’s eloquence helped heal the Nation after the
Challenger disaster;
Whereas Nancy Reagan not only served as a gracious First
Lady but also led a national crusade against illegal drug
use;
Whereas, together Ronald and Nancy Reagan dedicated their
lives to promoting national pride and to bettering the
quality of life in the United States and throughout the
world; and
Whereas the thoughts and prayers of the Congress and the
country are with Ronald Reagan in his courageous battle
with Alzheimer’s disease: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives
of the United States of America in Congress assembled,
•HJ 19 EH
That the Congress, on behalf of the American people, ex-
tends its birthday greetings and best wishes to Ronald
Reagan on his 92d birthday.
Passed the House of Representatives February 11,
2003.
Attest:
Clerk.
H. J. Res. 19
One Hundred Eighth Congress
of the
United States of America
AT THE FIRST SESSION
Begun and held at the City of Washington on Tuesday,
the seventh day of January, two thousand and three
Joint Resolution
Recognizing the 92d birthday of Ronald Reagan.
Whereas February 6, 2003, is the 92d birthday of Ronald Wilson
Reagan;
Whereas Ronald Reagan is the first former President ever to attain
the age of 92;
Whereas both Ronald Reagan and his wife Nancy Reagan have
distinguished records of public service to the United States, the
American people, and the international community;
Whereas Ronald Reagan was twice elected by overwhelming mar-
gins as President of the United States;
Whereas Ronald Reagan fulfilled his pledge to help restore ‘‘the
great, confident roar of American progress, growth, and optimism’’
and ensure renewed economic prosperity;
Whereas Ronald Reagan’s leadership was instrumental in extending
freedom and democracy around the globe and uniting a world
divided by the Cold War;
Whereas Ronald Reagan is loved and admired by millions of Ameri-
cans, and by countless others around the world;
Whereas the recent tragic loss of the space shuttle Columbia and
her crew remind us of how, 17 years ago, Ronald Reagan’s elo-
quence helped heal the Nation after the Challenger disaster;
Whereas Nancy Reagan not only served as a gracious First Lady
but also led a national crusade against illegal drug use;
Whereas, together Ronald and Nancy Reagan dedicated their lives
to promoting national pride and to bettering the quality of life
in the United States and throughout the world; and
Whereas the thoughts and prayers of the Congress and the country
are with Ronald Reagan in his courageous battle with Alzheimer’s
disease: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled, That the Congress,
H. J. Res. 19—2
on behalf of the American people, extends its birthday greetings
and best wishes to Ronald Reagan on his 92d birthday.
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Vice President of the United States and
President of the Senate.
IA 
108TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. J. RES. 19
Recognizing the 92d birthday of Ronald Reagan. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
FEBRUARY 4, 2003
Mr. COX (for himself and Mr. GIBBONS) introduced the following joint 
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Government Reform 
JOINT RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the 92d birthday of Ronald Reagan.
Whereas February 6, 2003, is the 92d birthday of Ronald 
Wilson Reagan; 
Whereas Ronald Reagan is the first former President ever to 
attain the age of 92; 
Whereas both Ronald Reagan and his wife Nancy Reagan 
have distinguished records of public service to the United 
States, the American people, and the international com-
munity; 
Whereas Ronald Reagan was twice elected by overwhelming 
margins as President of the United States; 
Whereas Ronald Reagan fulfilled his pledge to help restore 
‘‘the great, confident roar of American progress, growth, 
and optimism’’ and ensure renewed economic prosperity;
HJ 19 RDS 
Whereas both Ronald Reagan and his wife Nancy Reagan 
have distinguished records of public service to the United 
States, the American people, and the international com-
munity; 
Whereas Ronald Reagan was twice elected by overwhelming 
margins as President of the United States; 
Whereas Ronald Reagan fulfilled his pledge to help restore 
‘‘the great, confident roar of American progress, growth, 
and optimism’’ and ensure renewed economic prosperity; 
Whereas Ronald Reagan’s leadership was instrumental in ex-
tending freedom and democracy around the globe and 
uniting a world divided by the Cold War; 
Whereas Ronald Reagan is loved and admired by millions of 
Americans, and by countless others around the world; 
Whereas the recent tragic loss of the space shuttle Columbia 
and her crew remind us of how, 17 years ago, Ronald 
Reagan’s eloquence helped heal the Nation after the 
Challenger disaster; 
Whereas Nancy Reagan not only served as a gracious First 
Lady but also led a national crusade against illegal drug 
use; 
Whereas, together Ronald and Nancy Reagan dedicated their 
lives to promoting national pride and to bettering the 
quality of life in the United States and throughout the 
world; and 
Whereas the thoughts and prayers of the Congress and the 
country are with Ronald Reagan in his courageous battle 
with Alzheimer’s disease: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the United States of America in Congress assembled,
HJ 19 RDS 
That the Congress, on behalf of the American people, ex-
tends its birthday greetings and best wishes to Ronald 
Reagan on his 92d birthday.
Passed the House of Representatives February 11, 
2003. 
Attest: 
JEFF TRANDAHL, 
Clerk.
115TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. R. 1220 
AN ACT 
To establish the Adams Memorial Commission to carry out 
the provisions of Public Law 107–62, and for other purposes. 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa-
tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,