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IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 285 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 28, 2013 Mr. Buchanan (for himself, Mr. Huffman , Mr. Farr , Mr. Grimm , Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney of New York , Mr. Nadler , Mr. Hastings of Florida , Mr. Crenshaw , Mr. Young of Florida , Mr. Murphy of Florida , Ms. Wilson of Florida , Mr. Moran , Ms. McCollum , Ms. Titus , Mr. DeFazio , Mr. Cicilline , Mr. Grijalva , Ms. Linda T. Sánchez of California , Mr. Lowenthal , Mr. Cárdenas , Ms. Speier , Ms. Brownley of California , Ms. Lofgren , Mr. George Miller of California , Ms. Bordallo , and Ms. Meng ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources , and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means , 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 of Representatives that the United States should ban and prevent the import of shark fins from sharks caught through the practice of finning, and for other purposes.

Whereas sharks are a vital part of a healthy ocean ecosystem; Whereas as top of the food chain predators, sharks help maintain the balance of marine life in the oceans; Whereas if shark populations continue to decline at the current rates, there will be significant and unpredictable consequences for fish populations, ocean habitats, and the overall health of the ocean; Whereas sharks are slow-growing, mature later in life, and produce few young, and thus are highly susceptible to overfishing that is severely depleting global shark populations; Whereas approximately 26,000,000 to 73,000,000 sharks are killed globally each year, and this is contributing to the decline of shark populations around the world and impacting the health of the ocean; Whereas shark finning, in which sharks are captured, their fins cut off, and their bodies thrown back into the sea, is a wasteful practice that is contributing to the devastation of shark populations worldwide; Whereas United States fishermen are held to a higher standard and are not operating on a level playing field with foreign, unregulated shark fisheries that are still engaging in shark finning; Whereas many fisheries around the world are catching sharks without limits; Whereas the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species estimates that over 30 percent of pelagic (open ocean) sharks are threatened with extinction; and Whereas several States and United States territories have recognized the global decline of shark populations and have taken actions to improve conservation of sharks, including restrictions on the sale of and trade in shark fins: Now, therefore, be it

That— (1) it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should ban and prevent the importation of shark fins from sharks caught through the practice of finning; and (2) the House of Representatives— (A) recognizes the threat shark finning poses to sharks; and (B) condemns the practice worldwide.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 286 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 28, 2013 Mr. Nugent (for himself and Mr. Andrews ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should leave no member of the Armed Forces unaccounted for during the drawdown of forces in Afghanistan.

Whereas the United States is a country of great honor and integrity; Whereas the United States has made a sacred promise to members of the Armed Forces who are deployed overseas in defense of this country that their sacrifice and service will never be forgotten; and Whereas the United States can never thank the proud members of the Armed Forces enough for what they do for this country on a daily basis: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) believes that abandoning the search efforts for members of the Armed Forces who are missing or captured in the line of duty now or in the future is unacceptable; (2) believes that the United States has a responsibility to keep the promises made to members of the Armed Forces who risk their lives on a daily basis on behalf of the people of the United States; (3) supports the United States Soldier’s Creed and the Warrior Ethos, which state that I will never leave a fallen comrade ; and (4) believes that, while the United States continues to transition leadership roles in combat operations in Afghanistan to the people of Afghanistan, the United States must continue to fulfill these important promises to any member of the Armed Forces who is in a missing status or captured as a result of service in Afghanistan now or in the future.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 287 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 28, 2013 Mr. Swalwell of California (for himself, Mr. Pearce , and Mrs. Lummis ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to permit absent Members to participate in committee hearings using video conferencing and related technologies and to establish a remote voting system under which absent Members may cast votes in the House on motions to suspend the rules.

1. Short title This resolution may be cited as the Members Operating to Be Innovative and Link Everyone Resolution or the MOBILE Resolution . 2. Participation of absent members in committee hearings through video conferencing and related technologies (a) Enabling Participation of Absent Members Rule XI of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: Participation of absent members 7. Each committee shall permit any member of the committee who is absent from the site of a hearing convened by the committee, as well as any other individual who is invited to participate in the hearing and who is absent from the site of the hearing, to use video conferencing and related technologies in order to participate in the hearing to the same extent as members of the committee and other individuals (as the case may be) who are present at the site of the meeting. . (b) Inclusion of Members Participating Remotely in Determination of Quorum Subparagraphs (2) and (3) of clause 2(h) of rule XI of the Rules of the House of Representatives are each amended by adding at the end the following sentence: A committee shall adopt a rule under which a member who participates in a hearing remotely pursuant to clause 7 shall be included in determining the number of members constituting a quorum at the hearing for purposes of this subparagraph. . 3. Permitting absent members to vote remotely on suspension motions Clause 1 of rule XV of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: (d) The Clerk, Chief Administrative Officer, and Sergeant at Arms shall work together to develop and implement a secure remote voting system under which any member who is absent from the floor shall be permitted to cast a vote remotely on a motion to suspend the rules under this clause if the vote is taken by electronic device. A member who casts such a vote using the remote voting system under this subparagraph shall be treated as present for purposes of determining the existence of a quorum for considering the motion. .
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 288 In the House of Representatives, U. S., July 9, 2013 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2609) making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2014, and for other purposes.

That at any time after the adoption of this resolution the Speaker may, pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House resolved into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2609) making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2014, and for other purposes. The first reading of the bill shall be dispensed with. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. General debate shall be confined to the bill and shall not exceed one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. Points of order against provisions in the bill for failure to comply with clause 2 of rule XXI are waived. During consideration of the bill for amendment, the chair of the Committee of the Whole may accord priority in recognition on the basis of whether the Member offering an amendment has caused it to be printed in the portion of the Congressional Record designated for that purpose in clause 8 of rule XVIII. Amendments so printed shall be considered as read. When the committee rises and reports the bill back to the House with a recommendation that the bill do pass, the previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 39 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 288 [Report No. 113–144] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 8, 2013 Mr. Burgess , 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. 2609) making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2014, and for other purposes.

That at any time after the adoption of this resolution the Speaker may, pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House resolved into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2609) making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2014, and for other purposes. The first reading of the bill shall be dispensed with. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. General debate shall be confined to the bill and shall not exceed one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. Points of order against provisions in the bill for failure to comply with clause 2 of rule XXI are waived. During consideration of the bill for amendment, the chair of the Committee of the Whole may accord priority in recognition on the basis of whether the Member offering an amendment has caused it to be printed in the portion of the Congressional Record designated for that purpose in clause 8 of rule XVIII. Amendments so printed shall be considered as read. When the committee rises and reports the bill back to the House with a recommendation that the bill do pass, the previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

July 8, 2013 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 289 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 8, 2013 Ms. Eddie Bernice Johnson of Texas (for herself, Mr. Ellison , Mr. Carson of Indiana , Ms. McCollum , Ms. Lee of California , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Conyers , Ms. Jackson Lee , Ms. Moore , Mr. Sherman , Mr. Moran , Mr. Kildee , Mr. Honda , and Mr. Lewis ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Recognizing the commencement of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and commending Muslims in the United States and throughout the world for their faith.

Whereas since the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001, threats and incidents of violence have been directed at law-abiding, patriotic Americans of African, Arab, and South Asian descent, particularly members of the Islamic faith; Whereas, on September 14, 2001, the House of Representatives passed a concurrent resolution condemning bigotry and violence against Arab-Americans, American Muslims, and Americans from South Asia in the wake of the terrorist attacks; Whereas it is estimated that there are approximately 1,600,000,000 Muslims worldwide; Whereas over 3,600 Muslims serve on active duty and over 1,700 Muslims serve as selected reserve personnel in the United States Armed Forces; Whereas Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for Muslims worldwide, and is the 9th month of the Muslim calendar year; and Whereas the observance of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan commences at dusk on July 8, 2013, and continues for one lunar month: Now, therefore, be it

That— (1) during this time of conflict, in order to demonstrate solidarity with and support for members of the community of Islam in the United States and throughout the world, the House of Representatives recognizes the Islamic faith as one of the great religions of the world; and (2) in observance of and out of respect for the commencement of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, the House of Representatives acknowledges the onset of Ramadan and expresses its deepest respect to Muslims in the United States and throughout the world on this significant occasion.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 290 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 9, 2013 Mr. Benishek (for himself, Mr. Dingell , Mr. Peters of Michigan , Mrs. Miller of Michigan , Mr. Bentivolio , Mr. Levin , Mr. Huizenga of Michigan , Mr. Rogers of Michigan , Mr. Kildee , Mr. Walberg , and Mr. Camp ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services RESOLUTION Recognizing the centennial of Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center in the State of Michigan.

Whereas Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center in the State of Michigan was established by an act of the Michigan Legislature on May 2, 1913, with an initial grant of land from Grayling timber industrialist Rasmus Hanson; Whereas Camp Grayling is the largest National Guard training facility in the United States, spanning 147,000 acres of training land; Whereas Camp Grayling provides over 200 full-time jobs to Michigan residents and generates over $20 million annually in local economic impact; Whereas Camp Grayling annually trains over 10,000 members of National Guard units from Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, and Ohio and members of regular and Reserve units of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard; Whereas over 100 law enforcement agencies train at Camp Grayling as part of the Northern Michigan Law Enforcement Training Group; Whereas units of the Canadian Armed Forces train at Camp Grayling, and Camp Grayling is also used by visiting Armed Forces from Latvia, the United Kingdom, Hungary, and Serbia; Whereas Camp Grayling served as the pre-mobilization training site for thousands of members of the Armed Forces who participated in Operation Desert Shield, Operation Desert Storm, Operation Noble Eagle, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom; Whereas Camp Grayling has received recognition and numerous awards at the local, State, and national level for its environmental stewardship, including the guardianship of two federally protected species found on installation training lands; Whereas Camp Grayling facilities and ranges are able to support a full spectrum of virtual and digital military training activities, from individual weapons qualification to complex armor, artillery, urban assault, counter-IED, and close air support operations; and Whereas since the attacks on September 11, 2001, hundreds of thousands of members of the National Guard, many of whom received training at Camp Grayling, have been called upon by their States and the Federal Government to provide security at home and combat terrorism abroad: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) thanks the civilians and members of the National Guard who have staffed and maintained Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center in the State of Michigan for their service and unique contribution to the security of the United States; (2) honors and supports the compassionate, courageous, and dedicated members of the National Guard who serve a critical role in protecting the United States and its citizens’ freedoms and treasured liberties; and (3) congratulates Camp Grayling for 100 years of sterling service.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 295 In the House of Representatives, U. S., July 11, 2013 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2642) to provide for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2018, and for other purposes.

That upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 2642) to provide for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2018, and for other purposes. 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 and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Agriculture; and (2) one motion to recommit.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 41 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 295 [Report No. 113–149] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 10, 2013 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. 2642) to provide for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2018, and for other purposes.

That upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 2642) to provide for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2018, and for other purposes. 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 and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Agriculture; and (2) one motion to recommit.

July 10, 2013 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 296 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 10, 2013 Mr. Peters of California submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that before the United States ends its commitment in Afghanistan and United States involvement in the conflict draws to a close, the Nation needs to ensure no one is left behind and all members of the United States Armed Forces are accounted for.

Whereas on July 7, 2013, the war in Afghanistan will enter its 142nd month; Whereas as of April 30, 2013, a total of 776,055 members of the United States Armed Forces have deployed to Afghanistan and spent most of their tour there; Whereas in June 2011, President Barack Obama announced his plan to begin the withdrawal of United States troops from Afghanistan, changing the mission from one of combat to one of support; Whereas the number of members of the United States Armed Forces in Afghanistan, which peaked at about 100,000 in June 2011, was reduced to a pre-surge level of about 66,000 as of September 20, 2012; Whereas currently roughly 64,000 members of the United States Armed Forces are serving in Afghanistan; Whereas levels of members of the United States Armed Forces are expected to fall to 34,000 by February 2014, with the bulk of that drawdown to take place in the winter of 2013 to 2014; Whereas the United States has depended upon the service and sacrifices of generations of courageous citizens to protect and uphold the Nation’s ideals; Whereas the people of the United States and Congress have a responsibility to support the troops that have been sent into harm’s way, making all efforts necessary to bring them home safely and expeditiously; Whereas Army Sergeant Bowe Robert Bergdahl of Hailey, Idaho, the only known United States Prisoner of War, was taken captive on June 30, 2009, and still remains in Afghanistan; and Whereas the creed Leave No Man Behind has long been part of the spirit and culture of the United States Armed Forces: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that before the United States ends its commitment in Afghanistan and United States involvement in the conflict draws to a close, the Nation needs to ensure no one is left behind and all members of the United States Armed Forces are accounted for.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 299 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 11, 2013 Mr. Quigley (for himself, Ms. Schakowsky , Mrs. Bustos , Mr. Foster , Ms. Duckworth , Mr. Gutiérrez , Ms. Kelly of Illinois , Mr. Schneider , Mr. Rodney Davis of Illinois , Mr. Enyart , Mr. Rush , Mr. Lipinski , Mr. Danny K. Davis of Illinois , and Mr. Schock ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Congratulating the Chicago Blackhawks on winning the 2013 Stanley Cup Championship.

Whereas the historic Chicago Blackhawks, as one of the Original Six , have made countless contributions to sports; Whereas the Blackhawks and the National Hockey League have demonstrated a commitment to promoting fitness and leadership skills for youth through support for youth hockey programs and community skating facilities; Whereas the Blackhawks have demonstrated a commitment to the Nation’s veterans and wounded warriors through their support of sled-hockey rehabilitation programs and unique on-ice opportunities; Whereas with 227 straight home game sellouts and an NHL leading regular-season average attendance of 21,775, the Blackhawks are the pride of their hometown, Chicago, Illinois; Whereas the Blackhawks organization of Rocky Wirtz, Joel Quenneville, John McDonough, Jay Blunk, Stan Bowman, and Scotty Bowman have enshrined Chicago as a hockey town for the 21st century; Whereas the Blackhawks, through amazing offense, superb defense, and unmatched goaltending, dominated the regular season and overcame the lockout to set an NHL record for a point earned in each of the first 24 games of the season; Whereas the Blackhawks tamed the Minnesota Wild in 5 games, brought down their arch rivals the Detroit Red Wings in a tough 7-game series, and dethroned the Los Angeles Kings to become the Western Conference Champions and advance to the Stanley Cup Final; Whereas in the Stanley Cup Final series, the Blackhawks overcame the aggressive play and talent of the Eastern Conference Champion Boston Bruins, to win the championship in one of the most exciting and nail-biting final games in recent history; and Whereas the innumerable contributions from every player, coach, and the entire Blackhawks family have brought the madness back to Madison Street and Lord Stanley's Cup back to where it belongs, sweet home Chicago, Illinois: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the Chicago Blackhawks for their long distinguished history, countless contributions to sports, and their many successes as a franchise; (2) congratulates the Blackhawks on an amazing season and for winning the 2013 Stanley Cup Championship; (3) recognizes the players, coaches, and leadership of the Blackhawks organization; and (4) joins with all people in the United States and hockey fans all over the world in celebrating the return of the Stanley Cup to Chicago, Illinois.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 300 In the House of Representatives, U. S., July 17, 2013 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2668) to delay the application of the individual health insurance mandate; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2667) to delay the application of the employer health insurance mandate, and for other purposes.

That upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 2668) to delay the application of the individual health insurance mandate. 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 and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. Upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 2667) to delay the application of the employer health insurance mandate, and for other purposes. 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 and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means; and (2) one motion to recommit. 3. (a) In the engrossment of H.R. 2668, the Clerk shall— (1) add the text of H.R. 2667, as passed by the House, as new matter at the end of H.R. 2668; (2) conform the title of H.R. 2668 to reflect the addition of the text of H.R. 2667, as passed by the House, to the engrossment; (3) assign appropriate designations to provisions within the engrossment; and (4) conform cross-references and provisions for short titles within the engrossment. (b) Upon the addition of the text of H.R. 2667, as passed by the House, to the engrossment of H.R. 2668, H.R. 2667 shall be laid on the table.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 43 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 300 [Report No. 113–157] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 16, 2013 Mr. Burgess , 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. 2668) to delay the application of the individual health insurance mandate; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2667) to delay the application of the employer health insurance mandate, and for other purposes.

That upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 2668) to delay the application of the individual health insurance mandate. 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 and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. Upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 2667) to delay the application of the employer health insurance mandate, and for other purposes. 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 and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means; and (2) one motion to recommit. 3. (a) In the engrossment of H.R. 2668, the Clerk shall— (1) add the text of H.R. 2667, as passed by the House, as new matter at the end of H.R. 2668; (2) conform the title of H.R. 2668 to reflect the addition of the text of H.R. 2667, as passed by the House, to the engrossment; (3) assign appropriate designations to provisions within the engrossment; and (4) conform cross-references and provisions for short titles within the engrossment. (b) Upon the addition of the text of H.R. 2667, as passed by the House, to the engrossment of H.R. 2668, H.R. 2667 shall be laid on the table.

July 16, 2013 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 301 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 16, 2013 Mr. Israel (for himself, Ms. DeLauro , Ms. DeGette , Ms. Sinema , Mr. Fitzpatrick , and Mr. Issa ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of September 2013 as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.

Whereas ovarian cancer is the deadliest of all gynecologic cancers; Whereas ovarian cancer is the 5th leading cause of cancer deaths among women in the United States; Whereas, in 2013, approximately 22,240 new cases of ovarian cancer will be diagnosed and 14,030 women will die of ovarian cancer in the United States; Whereas these are deaths of our mothers, sisters, daughters, family members, and community leaders; Whereas the mortality rate for ovarian cancer has not significantly decreased since the War on Cancer was declared 40 years ago; Whereas the relative 5-year survival rate is 44 percent, although survival rates vary depending on the stage of cancer at the time of diagnosis; Whereas the lack of a reliable early detection test means that approximately 75 percent of cases of ovarian cancer are detected at an advanced stage; Whereas all women are at risk for ovarian cancer, and 90 percent of women diagnosed with ovarian cancer do not have a family history that puts them at a higher risk; Whereas some women, such as those with a family history of breast or ovarian cancer, are at a higher risk for ovarian cancer; Whereas the Pap test is sensitive and specific to the early detection of cervical cancer, but not ovarian cancer; Whereas there is currently no reliable early detection test for ovarian cancer; Whereas many people are unaware that the symptoms of ovarian cancer often include bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, difficulty eating or feeling full quickly, urinary symptoms, and several other symptoms that are easily confused with other diseases; Whereas awareness of the symptoms of ovarian cancer by women and health care providers can lead to a quicker diagnosis; Whereas, in June 2007, the first national consensus statement on ovarian cancer symptoms was developed to provide consistency in describing symptoms to make it easier for women to learn and remember the symptoms; Whereas there are factors that are known to reduce the risk for ovarian cancer and that play an important role in the prevention of the disease, such as prophylactic surgery, the use of oral contraceptives, and breastfeeding; Whereas each year during the month of September, the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance and its partner members hold a number of events to increase public awareness of ovarian cancer; and Whereas September 2013 should be designated as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month to increase public awareness of ovarian cancer: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 302 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 16, 2013 Mr. Shimkus submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of August 23 as Black Ribbon Day to recognize the victims of Soviet Communist and Nazi regimes.

Whereas, on August 13, 1941, President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Prime Minister Winston Churchill issued a joint declation of certain common principles in the national policies of their respective countries on which they based their hopes for a better future for the world and the right of all peoples to choose the form of government under which they will live and self government restored to those who have been forcibly deprived of them and that the people of countries may live in freedom; Whereas the United States Government has actively advocated for and continues to support the principles by the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the United Nations General Assembly resolution 260 (III) of December 9, 1948; Whereas Captive Nations Week, signed into law by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1959, raised public awareness of the oppression of nations under the control of Communist and other nondemocratic governments; Whereas the European Parliament resolution on European conscience and totalitarianism of April 2, 2009, and the Black Ribbon Day resolution adopted by the Parliament of Canada on November 30, 2009, establish a day of remembrance for victims of Communist and Nazi regimes to remember and commemorate their victims; Whereas the extreme forms of totalitarian rule practiced by the Soviet Communist and Nazi regimes led to premeditated and vast crimes committed against millions of human beings and their basic and inalienable rights on a scale unseen before in history; Whereas fleeing the Nazi and Soviet Communist crimes, hundreds of thousands of people sought and found refuge in the United States; Whereas August 23 would be an appropriate date to designate as Black Ribbon Day to remember and never forget the terror millions of citizens in Central and Eastern Europe experienced for more than 40 years by ruthless military, economic, and political repression of the people through arbitrary executions, mass arrests, deportations, the suppression of free speech, confiscation of private property, and the destruction of cultural and moral identity and civil society, all of which deprived the vast majority of the peoples of Central and Eastern Europe of their basic human rights and dignity, separating them from the democratic world by means of the Iron Curtain and the Berlin Wall; and Whereas the memories of Europe’s tragic past cannot be forgotten in order to honor the victims, condemn the perpetrators, and lay the foundation for reconciliation based on truth and remembrance: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of Black Ribbon Day to recognize the victims of Soviet Communist and Nazi regimes.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 303 In the House of Representatives, U. S., July 18, 2013 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) to support State and local accountability for public education, protect State and local authority, inform parents of the performance of their children's schools, and for other purposes.

That at any time after the adoption of this resolution the Speaker may, pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House resolved into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) to support State and local accountability for public education, protect State and local authority, inform parents of the performance of their children's schools, and for other purposes. The first reading of the bill shall be dispensed with. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. General debate shall be confined to the bill and shall not exceed one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Education and the Workforce. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Education and the Workforce now printed in the bill, it shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 113–18. That amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be considered as read. All points of order against that amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. No amendment to that amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, may be withdrawn by the proponent at any time before action thereon, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments are waived. At the conclusion of consideration of the bill for amendment the Committee shall rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted. Any Member may demand a separate vote in the House on any amendment adopted in the Committee of the Whole to the bill or to the amendment in the nature of a substitute made in order as original text. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 304 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 17, 2013 Ms. Norton submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for dancing as a form of valuable exercise and artistic expression, and for the designation of July 27, 2013, as National Dance Day.

Whereas the last Saturday in July is an appropriate day to annually celebrate National Dance Day; Whereas Nigel Lythgoe, executive producer and celebrity judge for the dance-themed television show So You Think You Can Dance , in association with the Dizzy Feet Foundation, has encouraged the creation of National Dance Day in nations around the world, beginning with the first National Dance Day in 2010; Whereas the Dizzy Feet Foundation and the Kennedy Center, in conjunction with the office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, will celebrate National Dance Day on Saturday, July 27, 2013, in the Nation’s Capital at the Kennedy Center; Whereas National Dance Day has captured the imagination of people throughout the Nation and around the world and has helped popularize dancing as an art, for fun, and as a form of exercise; Whereas National Dance Day encourages many forms of dance expression, representing the Nation’s rich artistic, regional, ethnic, and racial diversity; Whereas National Dance Day features the spectrum of dance, from classical to popular to line and partner dances; Whereas dancing helps improve heart health, burn calories, strengthen muscles, and improve flexibility for people of all ages; Whereas health officials have repeatedly documented an overweight and obesity epidemic among every age group in the United States; Whereas dancing, in all its variations, is a popular form of physical exercise; Whereas National Dance Day in the Nation’s Capital will begin at 1 p.m. with performances by Dizzy Feet, Esperonto Bean and Stefani Thomas, CityDance, Doonya Dance, Flamenco Aparicio Dance Company, Joy of Motion Dance Center's Youth Dance Ensemble, Just Tap, Nomad Dancers, Dr. Janaki Rangarajan, Smooth & EZ, Washington Ballet, TheArc, and Doug Yeuell; Whereas National Dance day will also have performances by Culture Shock and the Manzari Brothers on the Millennium Stage honoring James A. Johnson, Kennedy Center Chairman Emeritus and Millennium Stage founder; and Whereas National Dance Day in the Nation’s Capital will culminate at 8 p.m. with Dancing Under the Stars dance lessons offered by Tito Rodriguez, Jr. and performances by Arturo O'Farrill and the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Dance Day to celebrate the national commitment to dance education and physical fitness; (2) acknowledges that dance is making an important contribution to health by encouraging physical fitness and reducing overweight and obesity; and (3) commends Nigel Lythgoe for his leadership in promoting National Dance Day.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 306 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 18, 2013 Mr. Stockman submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Providing for the consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 36) establishing a select committee to investigate and report on the attack on the United States consulate in Benghazi, Libya.

That upon the adoption of this resolution the Speaker shall, pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House resolved into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 36) establishing a select committee to investigate and report on the attack on the United States consulate in Benghazi, Libya. The first reading of the resolution shall be dispensed with. All points of order against the resolution and against its consideration are waived. The resolution shall be considered as read. General debate shall be confined to the resolution and shall not exceed one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Rules. After general debate the resolution shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. At the conclusion of consideration of the resolution for amendment the Committee shall rise and report the resolution to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the resolution and amendments thereto to adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question except one motion to recommit with or without instructions.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 307 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 19, 2013 Mr. Price of Georgia (for himself, Mr. Courtney , Mr. Bucshon , Mr. Boustany , and Mr. Benishek ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of October 6, 2013, through October 10, 2013, as American College of Surgeons Days and recognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of the organization.

Whereas the American College of Surgeons is the largest surgical organization in the world and remains steadfast in its mission to improve the care of the surgical patient and to safeguard standards of care in an optimal and ethical practice environment; Whereas the American College of Surgeons continues its work into the 21st century to sustain and develop relevant programs that are inspired by quality; Whereas the 100th anniversary celebrations serve as a testament that the American College of Surgeons is fulfilling its mission of engaging surgeons as leaders and educators, and developing initiatives that improve surgery and the quality of care for surgical patients; Whereas the 2013 American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress is the most prestigious international surgical conference which brings together thousands of Fellows of the College and other health care professionals who each year rely on the Clinical Congress to learn about the latest surgical advances, practice management methods, and health policy issues; and Whereas October 6, 2013, through October 10, 2013, would be appropriate dates to designate as American College of Surgeons Days to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the American College of Surgeons whose achievements continue to significantly influence the course of surgery in the United States and around the world, and was established as an advocate for all surgical patients: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of American College of Surgeons Days ; (2) recognizes the 100th anniversary of the founding of the American College of Surgeons; and (3) recognizes the many important contributions of the American College of Surgeons to the welfare of both the surgical patient and the health care system of the United States.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 308 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 19, 2013 Ms. Ros-Lehtinen (for herself, Mr. Deutch , Mr. Bilirakis , and Mr. Sarbanes ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing support to end the 39-year-old division of the Republic of Cyprus.

Whereas the House of Representatives supports the reunification of the Republic of Cyprus and acknowledges steps taken that hold the promise of ending the 39-year-old division of the Republic of Cyprus; Whereas in February 2013, the Republic of Cyprus elected President Nicos Anastasiades; Whereas the newly elected President of Cyprus has expressed his commitment to resume United Nations-sponsored discussions to reach a just and viable settlement based on a bi-zonal, bi-communal federation in accordance with relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions; Whereas Secretary of State John Kerry and Cypriot Foreign Minister Ioannis Kasoulides met in Washington, DC, in May 2013 and discussed a variety of issues, included initiatives involving several confidence-building proposals; Whereas the United States recognizes the discovery of significant offshore gas reserves in the Exclusive Economic Zone of the Republic of Cyprus; Whereas the United States supports the sovereign rights of the Republic of Cyprus and Israel to explore and process energy reserves in accordance with international law; Whereas this discovery could potentially provide greater energy security for Europe and Israel as well as act as a stabilizing and unifying factor in the Eastern Mediterranean; Whereas the United States fully supports strengthening the cooperation efforts between the Republic of Cyprus and the democratic Jewish State of Israel; and Whereas the House of Representatives commends the Cypriot Government for initiating procedures toward establishing membership in NATO’s Partnership for Peace (PfP) program: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) will continue to support the security and stability of this volatile and strategically important region of the world through collaborative efforts with our ally the Republic of Cyprus; (2) fully supports the resumption of discussions to find a just and viable settlement based on a bi-zonal, bi-communal federation and end the 39-year division of the island; and (3) supports the important partnership between the Republic of Cyprus and Israel.