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IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 720 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 11, 2014 Ms. Shea-Porter (for herself, Mr. Deutch , Ms. Kuster , Mr. Hastings of Florida , Ms. Ros-Lehtinen , Mr. Bilirakis , and Ms. Wasserman Schultz ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives to the families of James Foley and Steven Sotloff, and condemning the terrorist acts of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.

Whereas James Foley and Steven Sotloff were highly respected journalists whose integrity and dedication were a credit to their profession; Whereas James Foley and Steven Sotloff embodied the spirit of our Nation’s First Amendment liberties, including the freedom of the press; Whereas James Foley and Steven Sotloff made significant contributions to our Nation through their courageous reporting of events in Libya, Syria, and elsewhere; Whereas the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) is a terrorist organization responsible for committing barbaric acts against United States citizens; Whereas ISIL continues to hold hostages in blatant contravention of international law; Whereas ISIL has committed despicable acts of violence against Iraqi Christians, forcing many to flee their ancient homeland; Whereas ISIL has committed despicable acts of violence against Muslims who do not subscribe to ISIL’s depraved, violent, and oppressive ideology; Whereas ISIL has threatened to decimate the ancient Yazidi population of Iraq while abducting Yazidi women and children and subjecting them to rape, forced marriage, and slavery; Whereas ISIL has targeted many other religious and ethnic minority groups, including Turkmen populations; and Whereas ISIL threatens to conduct terrorist attacks internationally: Now, therefore, be it

1. Sense of the House The House of Representatives— (1) strongly condemns the terrorist acts of ISIL, including the barbaric and deplorable murders of James Foley and Steven Sotloff; (2) mourns the deaths of James Foley and Steven Sotloff and expresses its condolences to their families; (3) salutes James Foley and Steven Sotloff for their unwavering and courageous pursuit of journalistic excellence under the most difficult and dangerous of conditions; (4) supports efforts to vigorously pursue and bring to justice those responsible for the murders of James Foley and Steven Sotloff; (5) demands the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages being held by ISIL; and (6) calls on the United States and the international community, working in partnership with the governments and citizens of the Middle East, to address the threat posed by ISIL. 2. Rule of construction Nothing in this resolution shall be construed as a declaration of war or authorization to use force.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 722 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 16, 2014 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 124) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2015, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 124) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2015, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the joint resolution are waived. The amendment printed in part A of the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be considered as adopted. The joint resolution, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the joint resolution, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the joint resolution, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations; (2) the further amendment printed in part B of the report of the Committee on Rules, if offered by Representative McKeon of California or his designee, which shall be in order without intervention of any point of order, shall be considered as read, shall be separately debatable for six hours equally divided and controlled by Representative McKeon of California and Representative Smith of Washington or their respective designees, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question; and (3) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. 2. Section 4(c) of House Resolution 567 is amended by adding the following new paragraph: (7) The provisions of paragraphs (f)(1) through (f)(12) of clause 4 of rule XI shall be considered to be written rules adopted by the Select Committee as though pursuant to such clause. .

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 140 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 722 [Report No. 113–600] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 15, 2014 Mr. Cole , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 124) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2015, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 124) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2015, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the joint resolution are waived. The amendment printed in part A of the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be considered as adopted. The joint resolution, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the joint resolution, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the joint resolution, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations; (2) the further amendment printed in part B of the report of the Committee on Rules, if offered by Representative McKeon of California or his designee, which shall be in order without intervention of any point of order, shall be considered as read, shall be separately debatable for six hours equally divided and controlled by Representative McKeon of California and Representative Smith of Washington or their respective designees, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question; and (3) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. 2. Section 4(c) of House Resolution 567 is amended by adding the following new paragraph: (7) The provisions of paragraphs (f)(1) through (f)(12) of clause 4 of rule XI shall be considered to be written rules adopted by the Select Committee as though pursuant to such clause. .

September 15, 2014 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 724 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 15, 2014 Mr. Duncan of Tennessee (for himself and Mr. McIntyre ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Recognizing the historical links and friendship between Scotland and the United States and respectfully supporting a truly democratic process.

Whereas the links between the people of the United States and the people of Scotland includes three centuries of lineage, cultural, political, military, and economic relations; Whereas Scotland has directly influenced the foundation of United States democracy, individual freedom, self-representation, and to this day this legacy continues; Whereas Founding Father, Thomas Jefferson, embodied these Scottish Values and translated them into the United States Declaration of Independence, reaffirming that millions of people in the United States have Scottish roots and identify with their Scottish ancestry, and Scottish people and culture have had a profound effect on the United States throughout its history; Whereas under the devolution settlement, Scotland has achieved a degree of self-governance, but not full self determination; Whereas in accordance with an agreement between the Governments of Scotland and the United Kingdom, a referendum will be held in Scotland on September 18, 2014, on whether Scotland should be an independent country; and Whereas, on June 5, 2014, President Barack Obama stated that the decision on independence is up to the people of Scotland : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) believes that the future of Scotland can only be determined by the People of Scotland on September 18, 2014; (2) expresses support of the manner in which the independence debate is being conducted in a peaceful, inclusive, and democratic way, and commends it as an example to the rest of the world; (3) expresses deep friendship toward the Scottish people; and (4) believes that a strong and prosperous Scotland is important for United States national priorities.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 725 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 15, 2014 Ms. Esty submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services , and in addition to the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs , 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 Commending the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs for their joint campaign to raise awareness during September, Suicide Prevention Month, to reduce suicide among members of the United States Armed Forces and veterans.

Whereas suicide is a leading noncombat cause of death among members of the United States Armed Forces; Whereas on average, 22 veterans are lost to suicide in the United States each day; Whereas more than 38,000 people in the United States take their lives each year, 20 percent of whom are veterans; Whereas the Joshua Omvig Suicide Prevention Act ( Public Law 110–110 ; 121 Stat. 1031) was enacted in 2007 to establish a comprehensive program for suicide prevention among veterans; Whereas the Veterans Crisis Line, which was established under the Joshua Omvig Suicide Prevention Act, has received more than 890,000 telephone calls and facilitated more than 30,000 life-saving rescues; Whereas many suicides are preventable, and 90 percent of individuals who die by suicide have a diagnosable psychiatric disorder at the time of death; Whereas September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month; and Whereas in September 2014, the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs launched the joint public awareness campaign The Power of 1 to draw attention to the mental health services and suicide prevention programs available to members of the United States Armed Forces and veterans, focusing on everyday actions that can save lives: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) commends the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs for raising awareness during Suicide Prevention Month of the life-saving resources available to those who have served, or are currently serving, in uniform; and (2) supports the goals and ideals of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, The Power of 1 campaign, and efforts to improve outreach to individuals at risk for suicide, especially those addressed to veterans and members of the United States Armed Forces.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 728 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 16, 2014 Mr. Graves of Missouri submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Small Business RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of a Small Business Saturday and supporting efforts to increase awareness of the value of locally owned small businesses.

Whereas, there are 28,200,000 small businesses in the United States; Whereas small businesses represent 99.7 percent of all businesses with employees in the United States; Whereas small businesses employ over 48 percent of the employees in the private sector in the United States; Whereas small businesses pay over 42 percent of the total payroll of the employees in the private sector in the United States; Whereas small businesses constitute 98 percent of firms exporting goods; Whereas small businesses are responsible for more than 46 percent of private sector output; Whereas small businesses generated 63 percent of net new jobs created from 1993 through 2013; and Whereas November 29, 2014, is an appropriate day to designate as Small Business Saturday : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of a Small Business Saturday ; and (2) supports efforts— (A) to encourage consumers to shop locally; and (B) to increase awareness of the value of locally owned small businesses and the impact of locally owned small businesses on the economy of the United States.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 731 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 17, 2014 Ms. Eddie Bernice Johnson of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of the week of September 15, 2014, through September 21, 2014, as Balance Awareness Week .

Whereas vestibular (inner-ear-balance) disorders are underdiagnosed and undertreated; Whereas as many as 35 percent of adults 40 years of age and older in the United States—approximately 69 million Americans—have experienced some form of vestibular dysfunction; Whereas 80 percent of people 65 years of age and older have experienced dizziness; Whereas vestibular disorder patients may consult 4 or more physicians and spend 50 months or more in their search for a diagnosis; Whereas the Vestibular Disorders Association celebrates Balance Awareness Week to reduce the time it takes to diagnose a vestibular disorder by helping patients recognize their symptoms and encouraging them to seek help from a qualified vestibular specialist; and Whereas the week of September 15, 2014, through September 21, 2014, would be an appropriate week to designate as Balance Awareness Week : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Balance Awareness Week ; and (2) recognizes the importance of raising public awareness about vestibular disorders.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 732 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 17, 2014 Mr. LaMalfa submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that mandates imposed on manufacturers requiring inclusion of unproven and unreliable technology in firearms is costly and punitive, and the prohibition of firearms without such features is an infringement on the rights of citizens under the Second Amendment.

Whereas California has implemented a law requiring firearms manufacturers to micro laser-engrave a gun’s make, model, and serial number on two or more internal parts of each semiautomatic pistol so that, in theory, the information is imprinted on the cartridge casing in two locations when the firearm is fired; Whereas other States and the District of Columbia are considering similar mandates; Whereas based on the current state of this nascent technology, it is impossible to microstamp a firearm in two locations and have the required identifying information imprinted on the cartridge casing when fired; Whereas the scientific literature concludes there is no existing microstamping technology that will reliably, consistently, and legibly imprint the required identifying information from the tip of the firing pin of a semi-automatic pistol on to the cartridge casing it fires; Whereas one study found that the impressions were not decipherable nearly 50 percent of the time; Whereas the holder of the patent for the technology was a coauthor of peer-reviewed study that concluded, legitimate questions exist related to both the technical aspects, production costs, and database management associated with microstamping that should be addressed before wide scale implementation is legislatively mandated ; Whereas a subsequent study noted the use of expensive scanning electron microscope (SEM) technology still failed to solve the problems associated with microstamping; Whereas the microstamping process is costly and time-consuming, and threatens the employment of thousands in the firearms industry; Whereas the passage of legislation requiring its use would raise the cost of legal firearms by well over $200 per gun for both law-abiding citizens seeking to exercise their Second Amendment right and for United States law enforcement personnel; and Whereas manufacturers have publicly stated it is impossible for any manufacturer to comply with the provisions of the California law which are invalid, that cannot be enforced, and that will not contribute to improving public safety: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) mandates imposed on manufacturers requiring inclusion of unproven and unreliable microstamping technology in firearms is costly and punitive; and (2) the prohibition of firearms without such features is an infringement on the rights of citizens under the Second Amendment.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 733 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 17, 2014 Mr. Peters of California (for himself, Mr. Vargas , Ms. Matsui , and Ms. Bass ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of the month of September as Clinical Research Innovation Month .

Whereas Clinical Research Organizations (CROs) provide specially designed services which are fundamental to the development of drugs, biologics, and medical devices that improve the general health and well-being of the people of the United States; Whereas CROs have more than doubled in size over the past decade; Whereas the number of studies conducted by CROs has increased by over 500 percent over the past 8 years; Whereas CROs conduct 80 percent of the experimental research for innovative new drugs; Whereas CROs contribute more than 100,000 professional research jobs to the global innovation economy; Whereas these cutting-edge research organizations undertake approximately two-thirds of business activity for biopharmaceutical development, demonstrating their critical involvement in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries; Whereas of the 88 new drugs to receive Food and Drug Administration and Emergency Medical Associates approval last year, 85 of them were manufactured by CROs; Whereas CROs research medical solutions to combat diseases such as breast cancer, Alzheimer’s Disease, hepatitis, diabetes, asthma, and hypertension; Whereas CROs have conducted thousands of clinical trials involving over 1,000,000 patients as they strive to tackle the world’s most pressing medical issues through innovative clinical research; and Whereas the month of September would be an appropriate time to designate as Clinical Research Innovation Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Clinical Research Innovation Month ; (2) recognizes the considerable contributions of Clinical Research Organizations to the United States; and (3) honors these organizations, which will continue to inspire innovation in future generations.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 734 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 18, 2014 RESOLUTION Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives to the families of James Foley and Steven Sotloff, and condemning the terrorist acts of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.

Whereas James Foley and Steven Sotloff were highly respected journalists whose integrity and dedication were a credit to their profession; Whereas James Foley and Steven Sotloff embodied the spirit of our Nation’s First Amendment liberties, including the freedom of the press; Whereas James Foley and Steven Sotloff made significant contributions to our Nation through their courageous reporting of events in Libya, Syria, and elsewhere; and Whereas the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) is a terrorist organization responsible for committing barbaric acts against United States citizens, religious and ethnic minorities, and those who do not subscribe to ISIL’s depraved, violent, and oppressive ideology: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) strongly condemns the terrorist acts of ISIL, including the barbaric and deplorable murders of James Foley and Steven Sotloff; (2) salutes James Foley and Steven Sotloff for their unwavering and courageous pursuit of journalistic excellence under the most difficult and dangerous of conditions; (3) mourns the deaths of James Foley and Steven Sotloff; and (4) offers condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of James Foley and Steven Sotloff.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 735 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 18, 2014 Mr. Huizenga of Michigan (for himself and Mr. Meeks ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that recently proposed measures that will reduce transparency and public participation at the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS) should be disapproved by United States representatives to the IAIS.

Whereas the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS) establishes global insurance standards that the United States and other countries are expected to implement and are graded on their compliance with; Whereas heretofore, the procedures of the IAIS were relatively transparent for observers; Whereas, on August 4, 2014, the IAIS proposed eliminating public observers from its meetings starting on January 1, 2015, significantly reducing the transparency of its activities and only allowing certain parties to attend; Whereas representatives of United States consumer advocacy organizations have just recently been admitted as observers; Whereas the IAIS proposed procedures would provide far less transparency and participation than the procedure afforded to interested stakeholders in the United States by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC); Whereas maximum transparency produces the best regulation and the proposed procedures will reduce transparency; and Whereas United States State insurance regulators who currently provide the largest portion of funding to the IAIS have already publically expressed opposition to the proposed reduction in IAIS transparency: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the International Association of Insurance Supervisors’ (IAIS) proposed procedures will reduce transparency and access to IAIS supervisory standard development by United States stakeholders including those representing consumers; (2) the proposed procedures specifically authorize the unfair and unequal treatment of interested parties by allowing the IAIS to selectively admit certain parties and exclude others at key meetings; (3) all representatives of the United States at the International Association of Insurance Supervisors should oppose these new procedures and instead advocate more transparency and public inclusion by the IAIS; (4) should the IAIS adopt the proposed procedures or any similar reductions in transparency, United States representatives to the IAIS should make all appropriate efforts to ensure that proper transparency is restored; and (5) all United States representatives to the IAIS should work to ensure that their activities are transparent to Congress and United States stakeholders, and that United States representatives to the IAIS should regularly communicate with United States stakeholders through timely comprehensive reporting and in-person discussions.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 738 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 18, 2014 Mr. Holding (for himself, Mr. King of New York , Mr. Petri , Mr. McIntyre , Mr. Murphy of Florida , Mr. Higgins , Mr. Grayson , and Ms. Wilson of Florida ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Recognizing the self determination of Gibraltar to determine its status as a British Overseas Territory.

Whereas the Department of State recognizes Gibraltar as an overseas territory of the United Kingdom based on the 1713 Treaty of Utrecht; Whereas the citizens of Gibraltar have freely and democratically expressed their view to remain a British Overseas Territory in 1967 and 2002 when 99.6 and 98.48 percent of the Gibraltarians, respectively, voted in a popular referenda their wish to remain a British Overseas Territory; Whereas the United States has relied on Gibraltar’s military facilities numerous times, including America’s first overseas military intervention in 1801 against the Barbary States, World War II, and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization intervention in 2011 in Libya; Whereas, during World War II, General Dwight Eisenhower used Gibraltar as his headquarters to plan the liberation of North Africa stating, Without it the vital air cover would not have been quickly established on the North African fields. ; Whereas the security situation in North Africa and the Middle East continues to underscore the need for the United States to maintain secure access to Gibraltar’s military facilities; Whereas Gibraltar has the right, under the United Nations Charter and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, to determine its own future; and Whereas the United Kingdom is a loyal ally that has stood by the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the United States honors the contribution that Gibraltar has made to advancing United States security interests in the Mediterranean region since 1801 and extends its deepest appreciation and thanks to the Government of Gibraltar and its citizens; and (2) the views and rights of Gibraltarians should always be imperative in any discussion of Gibraltar’s status as a British Overseas Territory.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 739 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 18, 2014 Ms. Meng submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of the International Day of Non-Violence.

Whereas the United Nations General Assembly established the International Day of Non-Violence on June 15, 2007, to disseminate the message of non-violence, through means such as education and public awareness; Whereas, the United Nations General Assembly has stated that non-violence, tolerance, full respect for all human rights and fundamental freedoms for all, democracy, development, mutual understanding and respect for diversity are interlinked and mutually reinforcing ; Whereas the annual International Day of Non-Violence celebration date, October 2, was chosen to commemorate the birthday of Mohandas K. Gandhi, more commonly known as Mahatma , which means great soul ; Whereas Mahatma Gandhi was a world-renowned civil rights and spiritual leader, who experienced injustices early in life, and learned to embrace the principles of non-violence as a vehicle for social and political change; Whereas Mahatma Gandhi was influenced by religious teachings in Hinduism, Jainism, and Christianity in the development of his philosophy; Whereas Mahatma Gandhi was a major influence for Martin Luther King, Jr., whose emphasis on non-violence is credited with ushering in our Nation’s civil rights; and Whereas people around the world commemorate the International Day of Non-Violence by participating in volunteer projects as a way to give back to their communities: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of the International Day of Non-Violence; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe the International Day of Non-Violence with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 741 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 18, 2014 Mr. Olson submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Disapproving of the President’s expression of intent to expand amnesty to undocumented immigrants through Executive order after the 2014 congressional midterm elections.

That the House of Representatives disapproves of the President’s expression of intent to expand amnesty to undocumented immigrants through Executive order after the 2014 congressional midterm elections.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 742 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 18, 2014 Mr. Olson submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that it is unconstitutional for the President of the United States to continue to provide deferred action for childhood arrivals in enforcement of the immigration laws.

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that it is unconstitutional for the President of the United States to continue to provide deferred action for childhood arrivals in enforcement of the immigration laws.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 745 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 18, 2014 Mr. Rice of South Carolina submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means , and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary , Natural Resources , and Energy and Commerce , 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 the sense of the House that a Contract with America should restore American competitiveness.

Whereas Congress should conclude a Contract with America to restore American competitiveness; Whereas a Contract with America should include a roadmap to move American competitiveness forward; and Whereas Drs. Michael Porter and Jan Rivkin have developed an eight point plan to restore American competitiveness: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House that a Contract with America should include a roadmap to restore American competitiveness by— (1) simplifying the corporate tax structure with lower statutory rates and no loopholes; (2) taxing overseas profits earned by American multinational companies only where they are earned; (3) easing the immigration of highly skilled individuals; (4) responsibly developing America’s shale-gas and oil reserves; (5) aggressively addressing distortions and abuses in the international trading system; (6) improving American logistics, communications, and energy infrastructure; (7) simplifying and streamlining Federal regulation; and (8) creating a sustainable Federal budget, including entitlement reform.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 747 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 19, 2014 Mr. Rohrabacher (for himself, Mr. Duncan of Tennessee , Mrs. Lummis , Mr. Poe of Texas , Mr. Stockman , Mr. Duncan of South Carolina , Mr. Gohmert , Mr. Jones , Mr. Broun of Georgia , Mr. Long , and Mr. Hunter ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there be support for a referendum on the independence of the Kurdish region of Iraq.

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) there should be a referendum by the Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq to determine whether Kurdistan should become an independent and sovereign country by its people; and (2) the United States Government should recognize and abide by the results of such a referendum.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 748 In the House of Representatives, U. S., November 13, 2014 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5682) to approve the Keystone XL Pipeline.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 5682) to approve the Keystone XL Pipeline. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided among and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce; and (2) one motion to recommit.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 145 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 748 [Report No. 113–617] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 12, 2014 Mr. Sessions , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5682) to approve the Keystone XL Pipeline.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 5682) to approve the Keystone XL Pipeline. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided among and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce; and (2) one motion to recommit.

November 12, 2014 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 751 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 12, 2014 Ms. Meng (for herself, Ms. Chu , Mrs. Napolitano , Ms. Titus , Mr. Sablan , Ms. Lee of California , Mr. Faleomavaega , Mr. Honda , Ms. Velázquez , Ms. Moore , and Ms. Speier ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued in honor of the Chinese railroad workers from 1865 to 1869, and that the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp be issued.

Whereas the Transcontinental Railroad was one of the most remarkable engineering feats of the 19th century; Whereas the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad took six years and stretched for nearly 2,000 miles; Whereas the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad facilitated commerce and reduced cross-country travel times from 6 months to a single week after being completed; Whereas the 150th anniversary of the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad will take place on May 10, 2019; Whereas nearly 12,000 Chinese immigrants were employed in the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad, comprising more than 80 percent of the workforce of Central Pacific Railroad Company; Whereas the Chinese railroad workers were considered indispensable by their foremen and were respected for their work ethic and discipline; Whereas the Chinese railroad workers set a world record by laying 10 miles of railroad track in just one work day; Whereas the Chinese railroad workers were given the most difficult, dangerous jobs and were paid lower wages than other railroad workers; Whereas nearly 1,200 Chinese railroad workers died from work accidents, avalanches, and explosions while working in the Sierra Nevada Mountains; Whereas the Department of Labor has inducted the Chinese railroad workers into the Labor Hall of Honor for their courage in organizing in pursuit of fair wages and safe working conditions; Whereas the Chinese railroad workers set an example for the millions of Asian Americans who came to the United States after them through their fight against discrimination; Whereas both the descendants of these workers and the wider Asian-American community view the sacrifices of the Chinese railroad workers as being integral to the creation of the vibrant and growing Asian-American community that exists throughout the country today; and Whereas the Chinese railroad workers continue to have a profound, positive impact on the American way of life by advancing the ideals of equal opportunity and the dignity of work for everyone: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) a commemorative postage stamp should be issued by the United States Postal Service honoring the Chinese railroad workers; and (2) the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a postage stamp be issued.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 752 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 12, 2014 Mr. O’Rourke submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Congratulating Marcel Closset, a French citizen and former member of the French Resistance who was instrumental in saving a United States Army Air Corps pilot during World War II, for receiving the French Legion of Honor.

Whereas, on September 27, 2014, Marcel Closset, a French citizen and former member of the French Resistance, received the French Legion of Honor in the rank of Knight; Whereas the French Legion of Honor was created by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802 to recognize the accomplishments of military personnel and civilians for their service to France; Whereas the French Legion of Honor is the highest-ranking order and decoration given in France; Whereas, on July 17, 2014, the President of France nominated Marcel Closset for the French Legion of Honor to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the liberation of France during World War II; Whereas Marcel Closset is the current president of L’Amicale des Anciens du maquis de Mazinghien, an association that works to preserve the memory of the members of the French Resistance who fought for the liberation of Mazinghien, France, in 1944; and Whereas Marcel Closset was one of four people who risked their lives to rescue and hide Eliot Shapleigh, Sr., a United States Army Air Corps pilot from El Paso, Texas, who was forced to parachute from his crippled P–51 Mustang into Nazi-occupied France in 1944: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives congratulates Marcel Closset for receiving the French Legion of Honor.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 753 In the House of Representatives, U. S., November 14, 2014 RESOLUTION Providing for the printing of a revised edition of the Rules and Manual of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Fourteenth Congress.

That a revised edition of the Rules and Manual of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Fourteenth Congress be printed as a House document, and that three thousand additional copies shall be printed and bound for the use of the House of Representatives, of which nine hundred sixty copies shall be bound in leather with thumb index and delivered as may be directed by the Parliamentarian of the House.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 755 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 14, 2014 Mr. Joyce (for himself, Mr. Takano , Mr. Meehan , and Ms. Norton ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of American Education Week.

Whereas November 16 through November 22, 2014, marks the 93rd annual observance of American Education Week; Whereas public schools are the backbone of the Nation’s democracy, providing young people with the tools they need to maintain the Nation’s precious values of freedom, civility, and equality; Whereas, by equipping young people in the United States with both practical skills and broader intellectual abilities, public schools give them hope for, and access to, a productive future; Whereas people working in the field of public education, be they teachers, higher education faculty and staff, paraeducators, custodians, substitute educators, bus drivers, clerical workers, food service professionals, workers in skilled trades, health and student service workers, security guards, technical employees, or librarians, work tirelessly to serve children and communities throughout the Nation with care and professionalism; and Whereas public schools are community linchpins, bringing together adults, children, educators, volunteers, business leaders, and elected officials in a common enterprise: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of American Education Week; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe American Education Week by reflecting on the positive impact of all those who work together to educate children.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 757 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 17, 2014 Mr. Brooks of Alabama (for himself, Mr. Culberson , Mrs. Bachmann , Mr. Stockman , Mr. Gosar , and Mr. McClintock ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules , and in addition to the Committee on House Administration , 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 Providing for authority to initiate litigation for actions by the President or other executive branch officials inconsistent with their duties under the Constitution of the United States with respect to the implementation of the immigration laws.

That the Speaker is authorized to initiate or intervene in one or more civil actions on behalf of the House of Representatives in a Federal court of competent jurisdiction to seek any appropriate relief regarding the failure of the President, the head of any department or agency, or any other officer or employee of the executive branch, to act in a manner consistent with that official's duties under the Constitution and laws of the United States with respect to immigration laws or laws pertaining or relating to illegal aliens, undocumented immigrants, or non-American citizens. The phrase “appropriate relief” includes but is not limited to all forms of equitable relief, including a declaratory judgment action to determine the meaning of laws and whether they are being obeyed or disobeyed, and a writ of mandamus, temporary restraining order, preliminary injunction, permanent injunction, and such other relief as is necessary to compel obedience to law. 2. The Speaker shall notify the House of Representatives of a decision to initiate or intervene in any civil action pursuant to this resolution. 3. (a) The Office of the General Counsel of the House of Representatives, at the direction of the Speaker, shall represent the House in any civil action initiated, or in which the House intervenes, pursuant to this resolution, and may employ the services of outside counsel and other experts for this purpose. (b) The chair of the Committee on House Administration shall cause to be printed in the Congressional Record a statement setting forth the aggregate amounts expended by the Office of General Counsel on outside counsel and other experts pursuant to subsection (a) on a quarterly basis. Such statement shall be submitted for printing not more than 30 days after the expiration of each such period.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 759 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 19, 2014 Mr. Carter submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Recognizing Survivors Victory Day to celebrate and honor the victims and survivors of trauma.

Whereas, on November 19, 2002, Jessica Huber from Leander, Texas, was nearly killed after her mother, while under the influence of prescription pain killers, narcotics, and marijuana, ran a red light and crashed; Whereas Jessica, as a result of her injuries, underwent multiple blood transfusions and surgeries; Whereas, despite the extraordinary odds against her survival, Jessica is living a happy, healthy, and productive life; Whereas Jessica’s story is a poignant reminder of the thousands who have been victims and survivors of trauma; Whereas stories of survivors of trauma remind us all of the indomitable nature of the human spirit and our basic desire to persevere in the face of adversity; and Whereas, in honor of Jessica Huber, November 19 is recognized as Survivors Victory Day: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives recognizes Survivors Victory Day to celebrate and honor the victims and survivors of trauma.
IV 113th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 760 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 19, 2014 Ms. Schakowsky submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of October 2, 2014, as World MRSA Day.

Whereas MRSA is an acronym for methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus, which causes deadly infections in patients in health care facilities and within our communities; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have estimated that hospital-acquired MRSA infections alone killed more than 11,285 United States residents in 2011; Whereas patient and consumer organizations around the globe are lending their voices to the call of world unity in leadership and commitment in preventing and stopping MRSA, which is pandemic and spreading at alarming rates; Whereas leading patient and consumer advocates call upon health care officials and leaders to step up and take a more comprehensive approach to eradicate this preventable disease and focus on a broad and pro-active prevention program; Whereas as an integral part of its multi-faceted program, the MRSA Survivors Network (the first consumer organization in the United States to raise the alarm concerning the MRSA epidemic and other multi-drug resistant health care-acquired infections) has announced World MRSA Day , which will be held on October 2, 2014, and is commemorated each year on October 2, and has recognized the month of October as World MRSA Awareness Month in order to call attention to this worldwide epidemic; and Whereas the MRSA Survivors Network has announced that April 1–7, 2014, has been designated as International MRSA Testing Week in order to call attention to this worldwide epidemic: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of World MRSA Day; and (2) supports the designation of International MRSA Testing Week.