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IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 47 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 25, 2013 Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney of New York (for herself, Ms. Meng , and Ms. Bera of California ) 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 the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee, as an entity of the United States Postal Service, should issue a commemorative stamp in honor of the holiday of Diwali.

Whereas Diwali, also referred to as the festival of lights , is an Indian holiday that also marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year; Whereas Diwali celebrates the triumph of good over evil, the awareness of one’s inner light, the dispelling of ignorance, and bringing peace and joy through the awakening gained from this higher knowledge; Whereas the holiday of Diwali is observed in America, and across the globe, by Hindus, Sikhs, Christians, Jains, and Buddhists; Whereas as one of the world’s oldest religious holidays, Diwali serves not only as a time for celebration, but also as a time for communities and families to come together in spiritual enlightenment; Whereas the practice of Diwali has survived political, economic and social changes throughout history, while always carrying the universal symbolism of the victory of light, goodness, knowledge, and truth; Whereas the United States Postal Service, through the decisions of the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee, has issued stamps for other popular holidays in the United States, including Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, and Eid; Whereas the United States Postal Service is yet to issue a stamp in honor of the holiday of Diwali; and Whereas issuing a postage stamp honoring the holiday of Diwali is fitting and proper: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the United States Postal Service should issue a postage stamp honoring the holiday of Diwali; and (2) the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp be issued.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 48 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 5, 2013 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 444) to require that, if the President's fiscal year 2014 budget does not achieve balance in a fiscal year covered by such budget, the President shall submit a supplemental unified budget by April 1, 2013, which identifies a fiscal year in which balance is achieved, 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. 444) to require that, if the President's fiscal year 2014 budget does not achieve balance in a fiscal year covered by such budget, the President shall submit a supplemental unified budget by April 1, 2013, which identifies a fiscal year in which balance is achieved, 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 among and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Budget or their respective designees. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. No amendment to the bill 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, 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. 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. 3 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 48 [Report No. 113–8] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 4, 2013 Mr. Woodall , 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. 444) to require that, if the President's fiscal year 2014 budget does not achieve balance in a fiscal year covered by such budget, the President shall submit a supplemental unified budget by April 1, 2013, which identifies a fiscal year in which balance is achieved, 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. 444) to require that, if the President's fiscal year 2014 budget does not achieve balance in a fiscal year covered by such budget, the President shall submit a supplemental unified budget by April 1, 2013, which identifies a fiscal year in which balance is achieved, 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 among and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Budget or their respective designees. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. No amendment to the bill 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, 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. 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.

February 4, 2013 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 50 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 4, 2013 Mr. Israel (for himself, Ms. Bordallo , Mr. Carter , Mr. Cicilline , Mr. Connolly , Mr. Cooper , Mr. Costa , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Higgins , Ms. Lee of California , Mr. Levin , Ms. McCollum , Mr. Polis , Mr. Rangel , Mr. Reed , Ms. Linda T. Sánchez of California , Ms. Slaughter , and Ms. Speier ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of February 4, 2013, as National Cancer Prevention Day.

Whereas National Cancer Prevention Day is a day to remind us that when looking at cancer we need to look at prevention and reducing risks for human health and the environment; Whereas when we work to prevent cancer risks, it impacts human health, the environment, and the economy; Whereas cancer is one of the leading causes of death around the world and has touched the lives of nearly everyone, either directly or indirectly; Whereas the disease is the cause of nearly 1 out of every 4 deaths in the United States; Whereas by the end of 2013, approximately 1,660,290 new cases are expected to be diagnosed across the United States; Whereas almost 1,600 cancer-related deaths per day are expected throughout the year for a total of approximately 580,350; and Whereas February 4, 2013, would be an appropriate date to designate as Cancer Prevention Day: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Cancer Prevention Day; (2) recognizes all efforts to raise the awareness for the reduction of cancer risks; and (3) recognizes the devastating effect cancer has on families and wishes to expand knowledge, encourage early detection, and work with friends in the medical and scientific fields to put an end to this deadly disease.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 51 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 4, 2013 Mr. Langevin (for himself, Ms. Bonamici , Mr. Cicilline , Mr. Schock , Mr. Holt , and Mr. Polis ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce , and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology , 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 adding art and design into Federal programs that target the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields encourages innovation and economic growth in the United States.

Whereas the innovative practices of art and design play an essential role in improving Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education and advancing STEM research; Whereas art and design provide real solutions for our everyday lives, distinguish United States products in a global marketplace, and create opportunity for economic growth; Whereas artists and designers can effectively communicate complex data and scientific information to multiple stakeholders and broad audiences; Whereas the tools and methods of design offer new models for creative problem-solving and interdisciplinary partnerships in a changing world; Whereas artists and designers are playing an integral role in the development of modern technology; Whereas artists and designers are playing a key role in manufacturing; and Whereas May would be an appropriate month to designate as STEM-to-STEAM Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the importance of art and design in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields; (2) supports the designation of STEM-to-STEAM Month ; (3) encourages the inclusion of art and design in the STEM fields during reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act; (4) encourages the inclusion of art and design in the STEM fields during reauthorization of the Higher Education Act; and (5) encourages the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of the Department of Education, the Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Director of the National Science Foundation to develop a STEM to STEAM Council representative of artists, designers, education and business leaders, and Federal agencies in order to facilitate a comprehensive approach to incorporate art and design into the Federal STEM programs.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 52 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 5, 2013 RESOLUTION Electing Members to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on House Administration: Ms. Lofgren and Mr. Vargas.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 53 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 5, 2013 RESOLUTION Electing Members to a standing committee of the House of Representatives.

That the following Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on the Budget: Mr. Garrett, Mr. Campbell, Mr. Calvert, Mr. Cole, Mr. McClintock, Mr. Lankford, Mr. Ribble, Mr. Flores, Mr. Rokita, Mr. Woodall, Mrs. Blackburn, Mr. Nunnelee, Mr. Renacci, Mr. Rigell, Mrs. Hartzler, Mrs. Walorski, Mr. Messer, Mr. Rice of South Carolina, and Mr. Williams.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 57 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 6, 2013 Mr. Latta submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that in order to continue aggressive growth in the Nation’s telecommunications and technology industries, the United States Government should Get Out of the Way and Stay Out of the Way .

Whereas the technology and communications industries in the United States have historically been some of the most competitive in the world and devoid of burdensome Government regulations; Whereas the United States has over 85,000,000 wireline broadband connections; Whereas wireless auctions are the reason the United States has over 235,000,000 wireless broadband connections; Whereas public-private partnerships, like those piloted by organizations such as Connected Nation, have raised broadband subscription rates, especially in rural areas, by increasing both broadband supply and demand without having to rely on regulation; Whereas deregulatory policies and free-market competition consistently yield a higher rate of economic growth, a greater standard of living for all Americans, and an enhanced capacity for the United States to be competitive in the global marketplace; Whereas the digital age not only expands an individual's reach and ability to connect with family and friends, provides new and exciting educational opportunities, and expands a growing global economy, while simultaneously exposing an individual to a myriad of new threats such as identity theft and other methods of online victimization, and resulting in the increase of attempted criminal cyber attacks on businesses and communications networks; and Whereas we should continually strive to advance this rapidly growing source of social and economic benefit to the Nation: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that in order to continue aggressive growth in the Nation’s telecommunications and technology industries, the United States Government should “Get Out of the Way and Stay Out of the Way” by— (1) promoting investment through deregulation and free-market competition; (2) making additional spectrum available for commercial usage through unencumbered auctions, reallocation of Federal spectrum, and efficient spectrum sharing; (3) establishing a national goal of transmitting high-quality, real-time voice, data, graphics, and video at increasingly higher speeds to all people in the United States, especially in rural and underserved areas; (4) ensuring individual privacy protections without compromising marketplace efficiencies; and (5) promoting cyber threat sharing for allowing the private sector to actively defend their communications networks.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 58 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 6, 2013 Mr. Latta submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce , and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology , 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 any comprehensive plan to reform our national energy policy must promote the expanded use of renewable and alternative energy sources; increase our domestic refining capacity; promote conservation and increased energy efficiency; expand research and development, including domestic exploration; and enhance consumer education.

Whereas the United States consumes roughly an average of 18,949,000 barrels of oil per day; Whereas the global average of daily oil consumption stands at 87,421,000 barrels of oil per day; Whereas the United States total annual energy consumption is approximately 94.547 quadrillion BTU, with the global total annual energy consumption at 482.872 quadrillion BTU; Whereas the United States share of world energy consumption is projected to fall from 19.5 percent in 2009 to 14.8 percent in 2035; Whereas according to the International Energy Agency, China surpassed the United States in energy consumption in 2009 and the Energy Information Administration projects China’s energy consumption to exceed that of the United States between the years 2015 and 2020; Whereas the United States has an estimated 235-year coal reserve, coal is the most abundant and efficient domestic fuel source, and processes such as gasification and liquefaction offer cleaner alternatives for utilizing this resource; Whereas renewable sources of energy account for 8.090 quadrillion BTU per year in the United States; and Whereas such sources such as biomass, geothermal, hydropower, nuclear, solar, and wind need and deserve our attention and the necessary resources to encourage their commercial viability: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that in order to meet our Nation’s growing long-term energy demands and maintain our economic viability in the world marketplace, the following must be addressed in any comprehensive and economically viable energy bill considered by the 113th Congress: (1) Taking advantage of our abundant domestic coal supply. (2) Using recent technological innovations to exploit our vast supply of natural gas. (3) Increasing our domestic oil production and refining capacity. (4) Expanding use of renewable and alternative energy sources, with a focus on nuclear energy. (5) Promoting and providing incentives for an increase in conservation and energy efficiency. (6) Expanding and promoting additional research and development through new and innovative methods such as public-private partnerships. (7) Enhancing consumer awareness and education regarding methods to increase energy efficiency and available alternative fuel sources to reduce our dependence on Middle Eastern oil.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 63 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 12, 2013 Mr. Andrews submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of the first Saturday in October as National Animal Rescue Day/Winslow’s Day to create awareness, educate humans of the importance of adoption, and create a humane environment for any pet, including the importance of spaying and neutering of animals, and the encouragement of animal adoptions throughout the United States.

Whereas between 6,000,000 to 8,000,000 cats and dogs are placed into shelters every year and between 3,000,000 and 4,000,000 are euthanized; Whereas the United States has suffered a drastic economic crisis that has left animals behind in abandoned homes to die or left on the doorsteps of overpopulated shelters and rescues; Whereas a greater awareness of dog fighting and abuse encourages these animals to be put to sleep or left for shelters or rescues to rehabilitate them; Whereas there are between 4,000 to 6,000 animal shelters throughout the United States in need of pet supplies, medical supplies, blankets and towels, cleaning supplies, food, and educational materials about owning a pet, as well as information on how to screen unqualified applicants and provide the best pet match for a family; Whereas increased knowledge and awareness of animal rescue programs throughout the United States will significantly reduce the number of cats and dogs euthanized and reduce the number of animals returned to a shelter who have been rescued; Whereas a National Animal Rescue Day/Winslow’s Day will reduce the problem of pet overpopulation, provide animals with good homes, and create awareness as well as financial and educational resources for the problems animal shelters face each day; Whereas a National Animal Rescue Day/Winslow’s Day would encourage homes for harmless animals like Winslow, a Basset Hound who spent his first 8 months of life starved and confined in a cage so small that his rear legs were unable to fully develop and then was placed in multiple shelters before being adopted into a loving home; and Whereas the first Saturday in October would be an appropriate day to designate as “National Animal Rescue Day/Winslow’s Day” and celebrate it through events, festivals, or Pawtograph signings which will increase revenues for shelters and pet adoptions: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of a “National Animal Rescue Day/Winslow’s Day” to create awareness for animal rescue programs throughout the year and address the challenge of overpopulation through continued spaying and neutering.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 64 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 13, 2013 RESOLUTION Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Agriculture: Mr. Garamendi. Committee on the Budget: Mr. Blumenauer (to rank immediately after Mr. Cárdenas). Committee on Oversight and Government Reform: Mr. Welch (to rank immediately after Mr. Danny K. Davis of Illinois).

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 66 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 14, 2013 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 273) to eliminate the 2013 statutory pay adjustment for Federal employees, 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. 273) to eliminate the 2013 statutory pay adjustment for Federal employees. 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 Oversight and Government Reform; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. During any recess or adjournment of not more than three days, if in the opinion of the Speaker the public interest so warrants, then the Speaker or his designee, after consultation with the Minority Leader, may reconvene the House at a time other than that previously appointed, within the limits of clause 4, section 5, article I of the Constitution, and notify Members accordingly. 3. It shall be in order at any time through the legislative day of February 15, 2013, for the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules, as though under clause 1 of rule XV, relating to a measure condemning the government of North Korea and its February 12, 2013, test of a nuclear device. 4. On any legislative day during the period from February 16, 2013, through February 22, 2013— (a) the Journal of the proceedings of the previous day shall be considered as approved; and (b) the Chair may at any time declare the House adjourned to meet at a date and time, within the limits of clause 4, section 5, article I of the Constitution, to be announced by the Chair in declaring the adjournment. 5. The Speaker may appoint Members to perform the duties of the Chair for the duration of the period addressed by section 4 of this resolution as though under clause 8(a) of rule I.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 4 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 66 [Report No. 113–9] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 13, 2013 Mr. Woodall , 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. 273) to eliminate the 2013 statutory pay adjustment for Federal employees, 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. 273) to eliminate the 2013 statutory pay adjustment for Federal employees. 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 Oversight and Government Reform; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. During any recess or adjournment of not more than three days, if in the opinion of the Speaker the public interest so warrants, then the Speaker or his designee, after consultation with the Minority Leader, may reconvene the House at a time other than that previously appointed, within the limits of clause 4, section 5, article I of the Constitution, and notify Members accordingly. 3. It shall be in order at any time through the legislative day of February 15, 2013, for the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules, as though under clause 1 of rule XV, relating to a measure condemning the government of North Korea and its February 12, 2013 test of a nuclear device. 4. On any legislative day during the period from February 16, 2013, through February 22, 2013— (a) the Journal of the proceedings of the previous day shall be considered as approved; and (b) the Chair may at any time declare the House adjourned to meet at a date and time, within the limits of clause 4, section 5, article I of the Constitution, to be announced by the Chair in declaring the adjournment. 5. The Speaker may appoint Members to perform the duties of the Chair for the duration of the period addressed by section 4 of this resolution as though under clause 8(a) of rule I.

February 13, 2013 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 71 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 14, 2013 Mr. Loebsack (for himself, Mr. Jordan , Mr. Walz , Mr. Braley of Iowa , Mr. King of Iowa , and Mr. Latham ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Opposing the International Olympic Committee’s decision to eliminate wrestling from the Summer Olympic Games beginning in 2020.

Whereas wrestling is recognized as one of the world’s oldest competitive sports dating back to 3000 BC; Whereas wrestling was one of the original sports of the ancient Greek Olympic Games and of the first modern Olympic Games; Whereas wrestling is one of the world’s most diverse sports, with participants from almost 200 countries around the world; Whereas over 280,000 high school students in the United States participated in wrestling in 2012; Whereas there are over 300 intercollegiate wrestling programs in the United States; Whereas wrestling represents the determination and hard work it takes to succeed in life and sport; Whereas the United States has a long, proud, and storied Olympic wrestling history; and Whereas wrestling epitomizes the spirit of the Olympic Games: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) opposes the decision of the International Olympic Committee to eliminate wrestling from the Summer Olympic Games beginning in 2020; (2) thanks the United States Olympic Committee for their continued support of wrestling and encourages them to work actively to reverse this decision; and (3) urges the International Olympic Committee to reinstate wrestling as a core sport of the Summer Olympic Games.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 73 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 15, 2013 Mr. Huelskamp submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Congratulating Emporia State University for 150 years of outstanding service to the State of Kansas, the United States, and the world.

Whereas Kansas State Normal School was founded by the Kansas Legislature in 1863 for the instruction of persons, both male and female, in the art of teaching, and in all the various branches that pertain to good common school education, and in the mechanic arts, and in the arts of husbandry and agricultural chemistry, and in the fundamental laws of the United States of America, and in what regards the rights and duties of citizens ; Whereas Emporia State University has played a significant role in providing higher education to the citizens of Kansas since its founding and throughout its history; Whereas Kansas State Normal School became Kansas State Teachers College in 1923, Emporia Kansas State College in 1974, and Emporia State University in 1977; Whereas over 75,000 alumni have served in the arts, banking, business, education, engineering, finance, government, health care, information management, library science, military affairs, science and technology, and other occupations; Whereas Emporia State University empowers and engages excellent intellectual opportunities for the people of Kansas, the United States, and the world through its nationally recognized programs; Whereas Emporia State University brings State, regional, national, and international prominence to the State of Kansas through its outstanding academic, cultural, and athletic events; Whereas Emporia State University will celebrate its sesquicentennial throughout 2013 under the theme, Changing Lives Since 1863 ; and Whereas Emporia State University will commence to celebrate its 150th anniversary on Founders Day, February 15, 2013: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives congratulates Emporia State University for 150 years of outstanding service to the State of Kansas, the United States, and the world.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 74 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 15, 2013 Mr. Keating (for himself, Mr. Neal , Mr. Costa , Mr. Connolly , Mr. Meeks , Mr. Capuano , Mr. Kennedy , and Mr. Sires ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs , 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 Supporting the goals and objectives of Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union.

Whereas Ireland holds the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union during the first half of 2013; Whereas the rotating European Union Presidency offers member states the opportunity to showcase their vision for the European Union, to advance the Union's ongoing work agenda, influence European Union policy and legislation, and broaden the understanding of the European Union amongst the citizens of their country; Whereas the European Union has established an area of freedom, security, and justice, extending stability and peace to the European continent and its neighbors; Whereas the United States has supported the European integration process and has consistently supported the objective of European unity and the enlargement of the European Union as a vehicle for prosperity, peace, and democracy; Whereas the Government of Ireland has prioritized stability, jobs, and growth as the main areas of focus for Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union; Whereas the United States and the European Union are each other's largest trading and investment partners, responsible for creating up to an estimated 14,000,000 jobs on both sides of the Atlantic, and as such major stakeholders in each other’s economic recoveries; Whereas the United States and Ireland participate in long-standing research and science-based exchanges that promote renewable and marine technologies worldwide; Whereas Irish culture and Irish-Americans have contributed greatly to United States society, history, and politics; and Whereas approximately one in four United States citizens trace some part of their ancestry to Ireland: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and objectives of Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union; (2) encourages the launch of United States–European Union trade and investment negotiations that will benefit both United States and European workers alike; (3) promotes increased transatlantic exchanges and dialogue to further benefit from existing cultural ties and research and development partnerships, particularly in the maritime area where a transatlantic research alliance could underpin the development of the strong growth and jobs potential of our shared ocean resources, a so-called blue growth strategy; (4) affirms the deep roots of common heritage between the United States and Ireland; and (5) acknowledges the lasting contributions of Irish-Americans to the United States.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 78 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 25, 2013 Ms. Castor of Florida submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of July as National Sarcoma Awareness Month.

Whereas sarcoma is a cancer of connective tissues, such as nerves, muscles, joints, fat, bones, and blood vessels, and it can arise anywhere in the body; Whereas more than 13,000 people in the United States were diagnosed with sarcoma last year, more than 5,000 died, and 50,000 are struggling with the disease at any one time; Whereas 1 percent of the cancers diagnosed in adults and 15 percent of cancers diagnosed in children each year are sarcoma; Whereas more than 50 subtypes of sarcomas have been identified; Whereas the National Cancer Institute recognizes that sarcoma is often misdiagnosed and underreported; and Whereas July would be an appropriate month to designate as National Sarcoma Awareness Month to raise awareness of the disease and encourage more individuals to get properly diagnosed and treated: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of National Sarcoma Awareness Month.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 79 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 25, 2013 Mr. Fattah (for himself and Mr. Coble ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of International Water Safety Day.

Whereas International Water Safety Day is celebrated to bring awareness to the ongoing drowning epidemic and educate people in becoming safer in and around the water; Whereas fatal unintentional drowning is the second leading cause of death for children 1 to 14 years of age; Whereas fatal unintentional drowning is the sixth leading cause of death for people of all ages; Whereas an estimated 388,000 people died from drowning, making drowning a major public health problem worldwide and accounting for nearly 10 percent of total global mortality; Whereas drowning deaths are an epidemic; Whereas drowning is the third leading cause of unintentional injury death, accounting for 7 percent of all injury-related deaths; Whereas water safety education and water safety awareness can help curve the number of drowning fatalities; Whereas research shows that formal swimming lessons can reduce the risk of drowning by 88 percent among children aged 1 to 4 years old; Whereas courses such as CPR have shown to improve outcomes for drowning victims since interventions occur more quickly; Whereas water safety is a life skill that can be taught; and Whereas water safety education should be included in primary and secondary school education: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of International Water Safety Day; (2) acknowledges that water safety education should be included in primary and secondary school education; (3) acknowledges the importance of water safety and that every person should engage in water safety education; and (4) acknowledges that every person should learn to swim.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 82 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 26, 2013 RESOLUTION Electing certain Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Agriculture: Mr. Fincher, to rank immediately after Mr. Denham. Committee on Appropriations: Mr. Harris. Committee on the Budget: Mr. Price of Georgia, to rank immediately after Mr. Cole; Mrs. Black, to rank immediately after Mr. Lankford; and Mr. Duffy. Committee on Ways and Means: Mr. Renacci.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 83 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 27, 2013 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 47) To reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act of 1994.

That upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (S. 47) to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act of 1994. 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 Majority Leader and the Minority Leader or their respective designees; (2) an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 113–2, if offered by the Majority Leader or his designee, which shall be in order without intervention of any point of order, shall be considered as read, and shall be separately debatable for 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent; and (3) one motion to commit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 5 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 83 [Report No. 113–10] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 26, 2013 Mr. Nugent , 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 (S. 47) To reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act of 1994.

That upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (S. 47) to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act of 1994. 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 Majority Leader and the Minority Leader or their respective designees; (2) an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 113–2, if offered by the Majority Leader or his designee, which shall be in order without intervention of any point of order, shall be considered as read, and shall be separately debatable for 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent; and (3) one motion to commit with or without instructions.

February 26, 2013 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 84 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 26, 2013 Mr. Al Green of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week.

Whereas National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week will serve as an opportunity for all Americans to pause with reverence to honor all the men and women who have worn the Nation’s uniform and sacrificed on behalf of the Nation; Whereas all the members of the Armed Forces of the United States represent the best that the United States has to offer and safeguard the highest ideals of liberty and freedom; Whereas it is imperative that the Nation honors its commitment to veterans by providing services that are vital to their livelihood, increasing community awareness about the challenges that veterans face every day, and encouraging community members to share their time with veterans to learn about their extraordinary sacrifices to the Nation; Whereas National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week will not only honor the sacrifices of veterans but the sacrifices of their family members as well; Whereas National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week will shed light on the importance of providing adequate job training and education services, so veterans are able to transition into civilian life and acquire well-paying jobs upon their return from service; and Whereas National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week will provide community members with an opportunity to become engaged in support networks that provide vital assistance to veterans and their families: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week and its efforts to pay tribute to veterans, the sacrifices they have endured to keep the Nation safe from those who wish to do it harm, and their steadfast loyalty to upholding the Nation’s highest values of liberty and freedom; (2) encourages citizens who live near a Department of Veterans Affairs hospital or similar support network to volunteer their time, visit, and thank the veterans of their community for their service; and (3) pledges to continue to support veterans-related services that provide quality, affordable health care to veterans in need, and to take action to ensure that the Nation’s veterans are provided with the best care a grateful Nation can provide.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 86 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 27, 2013 Mr. Rohrabacher (for himself, Mr. Sherman , Mr. Gerlach , Mr. Higgins , Mr. Poe of Texas , Mr. Salmon , Mr. Stockman , Mr. Hunter , Mr. Gohmert , Mrs. Bachmann , Mrs. Lummis , and Ms. Loretta Sanchez of California ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Dr. Shakil Afridi is an American hero and that he should be immediately released from custody by Pakistan.

Whereas Dr. Shakil Afridi is a hero to whom the people of the United States owe a debt of gratitude for his help in finding the hiding place of Osama bin Laden; Whereas Dr. Afridi, a Pakistani physician, demonstrated the universally respected attributes of courage, dignity, and honor in aiding the United States in bringing to an end the reign of the terrorist leader Osama bin Laden who masterminded the September 11, 2001, attacks which murdered 3,000 United States citizens; and Whereas Dr. Afridi is currently imprisoned by the Government of Pakistan, a deplorable situation which constitutes a hostile act by Pakistan against the United States and belies the notion that Pakistan is an ally in the war against terrorism: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that Dr. Shakil Afridi is an American hero and that he should be immediately released from custody by Pakistan.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 87 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 27, 2013 Mr. Griffin of Arkansas (for himself, Mr. Westmoreland , Mr. Bentivolio , Mr. Huizenga of Michigan , Mr. Stivers , Mr. Ross , Mr. Burgess , Mr. LoBiondo , and Mr. Crawford ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should suspend the delivery of F–16 fighter aircraft, M1 tanks, and other defense articles and defense services to the Government of Egypt.

Whereas the shipment of F–16 fighter aircraft to Egypt is scheduled for completed delivery by the end of 2013; Whereas the agreement to provide these military aircraft to Egypt originated in 2009 when the proposal was brought to Congress for purchase and delivery of these aircraft through the Foreign Military Financing (FMF) Program; Whereas these aircraft were intended for receipt by the Government of Egypt under the leadership of President Hosni Mubarak; Whereas in the 3 years it has taken for the procurement of these aircraft, Egypt has undergone significant changes in their government, including a revolution and the installment of a new leader, Mohamed Morsi, a former leader of the Muslim Brotherhood; Whereas recent and previous statements by President Morsi indicate a clear hostility towards non-Muslims in Egypt as well as towards the United States and its allies—particularly Israel; Whereas the instability of the region is also evident from the continued anti-government protests that have resulted in at least 50 deaths and hundreds of injuries; Whereas President Morsi granted emergency powers to the Egyptian military to arrest Egyptian civilians and serve as a police force in the country; Whereas Congress recognizes and understands the important and delicate nature of the relationship the United States maintains with Egypt, but, given the facts, we believe that United States military support of this newly established government must become conditional; Whereas referring to Egypt in September 2012, President Obama stated: I don’t think that we would consider them an ally. ; and Whereas the Obama Administration has deemed inadequate President Morsi’s apology for his anti-Semitic comments: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should suspend the delivery of F–16 fighter aircraft, M1 tanks, and other defense articles and defense services listed in Category VI, VII, or VIII of the United States Munitions List to the Government of Egypt until the President determines and certifies to Congress that the Government of Egypt— (1) is politically stable as evidenced by a lack of civil unrest and the termination of use of military force against Egyptian citizens; (2) is a full partner in its alliance with the United States; and (3) demonstrates respect for Israel and its people.
IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 88 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 27, 2013 Mr. Poe of Texas (for himself, Mr. McClintock , Mr. Westmoreland , Mr. Rohrabacher , Mr. Coffman , Mr. Clay , Mr. David Scott of Georgia , Mr. Cohen , Mr. Diaz-Balart , Mr. Sherman , Mr. Higgins , Ms. Ros-Lehtinen , Mr. Faleomavaega , and Mr. Cotton ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to prohibit the consideration of any bill or joint resolution that appropriates foreign assistance for more than one country.

That rule XXI of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: Limitation on foreign assistance for more than one country 12. It shall not be in order to consider any bill or joint resolution that appropriates foreign assistance for more than one country. .