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IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 837 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 14, 2016 Ms. Norton (for herself and Mr. Johnson of Georgia ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for designating August 22, 2016, as national Chuck Brown Day and honoring his contributions to music and to the District of Columbia.

Whereas Chuck Brown is known as the Godfather of Go-Go because he was the major architect of the musical genre known as go-go, a unique mix of funk, soul, and Latin party sounds; Whereas Chuck Brown, who was born on August 22, 1936, and passed away on May 16, 2012, at the age of 75, was a District of Columbia resident most of his life; Whereas Chuck Brown, who taught himself to play guitar, became a virtuoso singer, songwriter, guitarist, and band leader; Whereas Chuck Brown's go-go beat gave the District of Columbia a musical identity of its own and reminds the Nation that Washington, DC, has always been the hometown of talented artists such as Duke Ellington and Marvin Gaye; Whereas Chuck Brown's musical catalogue spans 22 studio albums over 3 decades; Whereas Chuck Brown's hit Bustin' Loose , with his group, the Soul Searchers was the top song on the Billboard Top 100 R&B Chart for four weeks in 1979; Whereas Chuck Brown earned a Grammy nomination in 2010 for the song Love , from his album entitled We Got This, and was awarded a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellowship in 2005; Whereas Chuck Brown's go-go has been passed from generation to generation with undiminished popularity; Whereas Chuck Brown influenced jazz, rap, and go-go musicians such as the bands Trouble Funk, Rare Essence, and Experience Unlimited (also known as E.U.); Whereas Chuck Brown was so committed to securing statehood and equal voting rights for the residents of the District of Columbia that he played a concert on a very hot, humid day on the Capitol grounds in 2010; Whereas the District of Columbia has named a street near the historic, modernized Howard Theatre for Chuck Brown; Whereas the District of Columbia has named a park located at 2901 20th St. NE., for Chuck Brown; Whereas Chuck Brown is admired for having risen from humble beginnings and overcoming time in prison to become a devoted father and family man; Whereas Chuck Brown was a great, multi-talented musician who brought joy through his music, never stopping until his death; and Whereas August 22, 2015, is Chuck Brown’s birthday: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of Chuck Brown Day , and honors Chuck Brown's contributions to music and to the District of Columbia.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 838 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 14, 2016 Mr. Williams submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of April 11 as National Pet Adoption Day and the month of April as National Pet Adoption Month to highlight the important role pets play in the lives of United States citizens.

Whereas April 11 would be an appropriate date to designate as National Pet Adoption Day ; and Whereas the month of April would be an appropriate month to designate as National Pet Adoption Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Pet Adoption Day and National Pet Adoption Month to highlight the important role pets play in the lives of United States citizens; (2) requests that the President issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe National Pet Adoption Day and National Pet Adoption Month with appropriate ceremonies and activities; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to adopt pets from local animal shelters and rescues.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 839 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 21, 2016 Mr. Poliquin submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Encouraging the people of the United States to observe National Lobster Day .

Whereas the American lobster is recognized around the world as a prized and flavorful culinary delicacy, and should be so recognized on September 25, 2016, as National Lobster Day ; Whereas lobster fishing has served as an economic engine and family tradition in the United States for centuries; Whereas thousands of families in the United States make their livelihoods from lobster fishing and processing; Whereas more than 120,000,000 pounds of lobster is caught each year in the waters of the United States, representing one of the most valuable catches in the United States; Whereas foreign markets for lobster from the United States are booming, with export values having more than doubled since 2009; Whereas historical lore notes that lobster likely joined turkey on the table at the very first Thanksgiving feast in 1621; Whereas responsible lobstering practices beginning in the 1600s have created one of the most sustainable fisheries in the world; Whereas Lobster Newburg was featured at the inaugural dinner celebration for President John F. Kennedy; Whereas lobster is an excellent source of lean protein and is low in saturated fat and high in vitamin B12; Whereas lobster has become a culinary icon, with the lobster roll featured at the 2015 World Food Expo in Milan, Italy; Whereas the White House proudly served lobster at the State Dinner with Chinese President Xi Jinping on National Lobster Day in 2015; Whereas, on September 24, 2015, steamed lobster was prepared for the visit by Pope Francis to New York; Whereas lobster is enjoyed at casual beach-side lobster boils and also revered as a delicacy at fine dining restaurants; and Whereas the peak of the lobstering season in the United States occurs in the late summer: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives encourages the people of the United States to observe National Lobster Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 840 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 25, 2016 Mr. Paulsen (for himself and Mr. Kind ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of the week of October 30 through November 5, 2016, as National Obesity Care Week .

Whereas the disease of obesity is a major source of concern across the United States, and more than one-third of adults in the United States are affected by obesity, with the number of people with severe obesity in the United States continuing to grow; Whereas experts and researchers agree that obesity is a complex disease influenced by various physiological, environmental, and genetic factors; Whereas, while prevention programs have successfully established the seriousness of the public health crisis posed by obesity, it is also imperative that individuals and families currently affected by obesity receive comprehensive care and treatment; Whereas studies show that bias against and stigma associated with people affected by obesity among general society and healthcare professionals are significant barriers to effectively treating the disease; Whereas healthcare professionals, policymakers, patients, and families should regard obesity with the same level of seriousness with which other chronic diseases are regarded; Whereas research suggests that weight loss of as little as 5 to 10 percent of the total weight of an individual affected by obesity can improve the associated health risks affecting many patients living with obesity and can thereby support the goals of Federal and State initiatives to reduce chronic disease, improve health outcomes, and help control healthcare costs; Whereas healthcare professionals should treat patients with respect and compassion and should partner with patients to develop comprehensive and individualized approaches to weight loss and weight management that consider all appropriate treatment options, such as reduced-calorie diets, physical activity modifications, pharmacotherapy, and bariatric surgery; Whereas it will take a long-term collaborative effort, which will involve individual, corporate, and institutional partners in all fields taking active roles, to ignite the betterment of obesity care and treatment; and Whereas the week of October 30 through November 5, 2016, would be an appropriate week to designate as National Obesity Care Week : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Obesity Care Week ; and (2) encourages all people in the United States to create a foundation of open communication to break barriers of misunderstanding and stigma regarding obesity and to improve the lives of all individuals affected by obesity and their families.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 841 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 6, 2016 RESOLUTION

That the House has heard with profound sorrow of the death of the Honorable Mark Takai, a Representative from the State of Hawaii. That the Clerk communicate these resolutions to the Senate and transmit a copy thereof to the family of the deceased. That when the House adjourns today, it adjourn as a further mark of respect to the memory of the deceased.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 843 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 7, 2016 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5063) to limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which the United States is a party, and for other purposes.

That at any time after 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. 5063) to limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which the United States is a party, 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 the Judiciary. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on the Judiciary now printed in the bill. The committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be considered as read. All points of order against the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. No amendment to the committee 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, 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 committee amendment in the nature of a substitute. 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. 139 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 843 [Report No. 114–724] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 6, 2016 Mr. Collins of Georgia , 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. 5063) to limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which the United States is a party, and for other purposes.

That at any time after 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. 5063) to limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which the United States is a party, 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 the Judiciary. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on the Judiciary now printed in the bill. The committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be considered as read. All points of order against the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. No amendment to the committee 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, 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 committee amendment in the nature of a substitute. 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.

September 6, 2016 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 850 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 8, 2016 Mr. Murphy of Pennsylvania (for himself, Mr. Blumenauer , Mr. Thompson of Pennsylvania , Mrs. Black , Mr. Walden , Mr. Young of Iowa , Mr. Curbelo of Florida , Mr. Costello of Pennsylvania , Mr. Barletta , Mr. Kinzinger of Illinois , Mr. Gibson , Ms. Clarke of New York , Mr. Deutch , Ms. Eddie Bernice Johnson of Texas , Ms. Matsui , Ms. Bonamici , Mr. Levin , Mr. Ryan of Ohio , Ms. Norton , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. DeSantis , Mr. McDermott , Mr. Kelly of Pennsylvania , Mr. Knight , Ms. Ros-Lehtinen , Mr. Shuster , Mr. Johnson of Ohio , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Mr. DeSaulnier , Mrs. Noem , Mr. Rothfus , Mr. Emmer of Minnesota , and Mr. Katko ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Recognizing suicide as a public health problem and expressing support for designation of September as National Suicide Prevention Month .

Whereas suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States and the second leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 10 to 34; Whereas according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one person completes suicide every 12.3 minutes, resulting in nearly 43,000 suicides each year in the United States; Whereas suicide is the only leading cause of death in the United States that has increased every year for the past decade; Whereas it is estimated that there are over 1,100,000 suicide attempts each year; Whereas over 90 percent of the people who die by suicide have a diagnosable and treatable mental health condition, although often that condition is not recognized or treated; Whereas according to the CDC, suicide results in an estimated $44,600,000,000 in combined medical and work loss costs nationally; Whereas the stigma associated with mental health conditions and suicidality works against suicide prevention by discouraging persons at risk for suicide from seeking life-saving help and further traumatizes survivors of suicide loss and people with lived experience of suicide; and Whereas September would be an appropriate month to designate as National Suicide Prevention Month which overlaps World Suicide Prevention Day, September 10, recognized internationally and supported by the World Health Organization: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes suicide as a preventable national and State public health problem; (2) supports the designation of National Suicide Prevention Month ; (3) supports declaring that suicide prevention should be a priority; (4) acknowledges that no single suicide prevention program or effort will be appropriate for all populations or communities; (5) promotes awareness that there is no single cause for suicide, and that suicide most often occurs when stressors exceed current coping abilities of someone suffering from a mental health condition; and (6) develops and implements strategies to increase access to quality mental health, substance abuse, and suicide prevention services.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 854 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 9, 2016 Mr. Dent (for himself, Mr. Joyce , Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney of New York , Mr. Jenkins of West Virginia , Mr. Cooper , and Ms. DeLauro ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce , and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce , 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 State, local, and community initiatives to encourage parents, teachers, camp counselors, and child-care professionals to take measures to prevent sunburns in the minors they care for, and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that State, local, and community entities should continue to support efforts to curb the incidences of skin cancer beginning with childhood skin protection.

Whereas increasing intermittent sun exposure in childhood and during one’s lifetime is associated with an increased risk of squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, and melanoma; Whereas even one blistering sunburn during childhood or adolescence can nearly double a person's chance of developing melanoma later in life, while five or more blistering sunburns in late adolescence increases one’s melanoma risk by 80 percent and nonmelanoma risk by 68 percent; Whereas despite an excellent safety profile, sunscreen is not allowed in many schools without physician authorization; Whereas in these cases, sunscreen is usually required to be stored in a locked cabinet in the nurse’s office; Whereas no published studies show that sunscreens that meet FDA standards are toxic to humans or hazardous to human health; and Whereas research shows that wearing sunscreen can prevent sunburn and reduce the risk of skin cancer and premature aging: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports Federal, State, and local efforts to exempt sunscreen from over-the-counter medication bans in schools and encourages all schools to allow students to possess sunscreen at school without restriction and without requiring physician authorization; (2) encourages State, local and community entities, including schools and summer camps, to develop policies that provide for the use of and access to sunscreen and articles of sun protective clothing; and (3) supports initiatives and efforts to encourage physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals, through pediatric wellness exams and other opportunities, to educate parents and their children about sun-safe behaviors, including instructions on how to apply sunscreen and effectively wear comprehensive sun-protective clothing.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 856 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 9, 2016 Ms. Eddie Bernice Johnson of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of the week of September 12, 2016, through September 18, 2016, as Balance Awareness Week .

Whereas vestibular (inner-ear-balance) disorders are underdiagnosed and undertreated; Whereas as many as 35 percent of adults 40 years of age and older in the United States, approximately 69,000,000 people in the United States, have experienced some form of vestibular dysfunction; Whereas 80 percent of people 65 years of age and older have experienced dizziness; Whereas vestibular disorder patients may consult four or more physicians and spend 50 months or more in their search for a diagnosis; Whereas the Vestibular Disorders Association celebrates “Balance Awareness Week” to reduce the time it takes to diagnose a vestibular disorder by helping patients recognize their symptoms and encouraging them to seek help from a qualified vestibular specialist; and Whereas the week of September 12, 2016, through September 18, 2016, would be an appropriate week to designate as “Balance Awareness Week: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of “Balance Awareness Week”; and (2) recognizes the importance of raising public awareness about vestibular disorders.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 858 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 13, 2016 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3590) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the increase in the income threshold used in determining the deduction for medical care.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 3590) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the increase in the income threshold used in determining the deduction for medical care. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Ways and Means now printed in the bill shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 141 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 858 [Report No. 114–741] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 12, 2016 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. 3590) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the increase in the income threshold used in determining the deduction for medical care.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 3590) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the increase in the income threshold used in determining the deduction for medical care. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Ways and Means now printed in the bill shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

September 12, 2016 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 859 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 13, 2016 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5620) to amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for the removal or demotion of employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs based on performance or misconduct, and for other purposes.

That at any time after 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. 5620) to amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for the removal or demotion of employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs based on performance or misconduct, 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 Veterans' Affairs. 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. 142 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 859 [Report No. 114–742] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 12, 2016 Mr. Collins of Georgia , 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. 5620) to amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for the removal or demotion of employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs based on performance or misconduct, and for other purposes.

That at any time after 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. 5620) to amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for the removal or demotion of employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs based on performance or misconduct, 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 Veterans' Affairs. 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.

September 12, 2016 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 860 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 12, 2016 Mr. Jones submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the firefight that occurred on March 4, 2007, between members of the United States Marine Corps and enemy forces in Bati Kot District, Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan.

Whereas, during the morning of March 4, 2007, 30 Marines of Fox Company, Marine Special Operations Command, on patrol in Bati Kot District, Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan, were attacked in a complex ambush by enemy forces; Whereas the Marines of Fox Company responded to the attack with proportionate defensive fire in accordance with the existing Rules of Engagement; Whereas, in their response to the ambush, the Marines of Fox Company did not engage in the intentional or indiscriminate killing of any civilians; Whereas, as commander of Theater Special Operations forces, Lieutenant General Frank Kearney prematurely decided to expel the entire Marine Special Operations Company from Afghanistan notwithstanding their appropriate response to an attack by the enemy; Whereas General Kearney skewed public perception regarding the incident with his statements, which led to an Inspector General investigation into his actions; Whereas, not only was the response by General Kearney unprecedented, but none of the investigations that have been completed would warrant such action, and General Kearney’s decision damaged the development of the Marine Special Operations Command and the personal livelihood of these Marines; and Whereas the Marines conduct during the complex ambush was exemplary and reflected the high standards to which they were trained: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the Commandant of the United States Marine Corps should issue a public document certifying that members of Fox Company of the Marine Special Operations Command were not at fault in the firefight that occurred on March 4, 2007, between members of Fox Company and enemy forces in Bati Kot District, Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan, and the Marines of Fox Company involved in this incident deserve to have their names cleared.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 862 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 13, 2016 RESOLUTION Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Member be, and is hereby, elected to the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on Appropriations: Mr. Cartwright.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 867 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 14, 2016 Ms. Bass (for herself, Mr. Langevin , Mr. McDermott , Mr. Franks of Arizona , Mrs. Black , and Mr. Marino ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of September 2016 as National Kinship Care Month .

Whereas in September 2016, National Kinship Care Month is observed; Whereas nationally 2,700,000 children are living in kinship care with grandparents or other relatives; Whereas grandparents and relatives residing in urban, rural, and suburban households in every county of the United States have stepped forward out of love and loyalty to care for children during times in which biological parents are unable to do so; Whereas kinship caregivers provide safety, promote well-being, and establish stable households for vulnerable children; Whereas kinship care enables a child— (1) to maintain family relationships and cultural heritage; and (2) to remain in the community of the child; Whereas kinship care is a national resource that provides loving homes for children at risk; Whereas kinship caregivers face daunting challenges to keep countless children from entering foster care; Whereas the House of Representatives is proud to recognize the many kinship care families in which a child is raised by grandparents or other relatives; Whereas the House of Representatives wishes to honor the many kinship caregivers who throughout the history of the United States have provided loving homes for parentless children; Whereas National Kinship Care Month provides an opportunity to urge people in every State to join in recognizing and celebrating kinship caregiving families and the tradition of families in the United States to help raise children; and Whereas much remains to be done to ensure that all children have a safe, loving, nurturing, and permanent family, regardless of age or special needs: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Kinship Care Month ; (2) encourages Congress to implement policies to improve the lives of vulnerable children and families; (3) honors the commitment and dedication of kinship caregivers and the advocates and allies who work tirelessly to provide assistance and services to kinship caregiving families; and (4) reaffirms the need to continue working to improve the outcomes of all vulnerable children through parts B and E of title IV of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 601 et seq. ), and other programs designed— (A) to support vulnerable families; (B) to invest in prevention and reunification services; and (C) to ensure that extended family members who take on the role of kinship caregivers receive the necessary support.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 868 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 14, 2016 Mr. Emmer of Minnesota (for himself, Mr. Ellison , Mr. Kline , Ms. McCollum , Mr. Nolan , Mr. Paulsen , Mr. Peterson , and Mr. Walz ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Honoring the life of Jacob Wetterling and the efforts of Patty Wetterling and the Wetterling family to find abducted children and support their families.

Whereas Patty and Jerry Wetterling faced the unimaginable tragedy of having their 11-year-old son, Jacob Wetterling, abducted near their home in Stearns County, Minnesota, on October 22, 1989; Whereas Jacob Wetterling was taken at gunpoint and his disappearance remained unsolved for nearly 27 years; Whereas Jacob Wetterling’s body was not recovered until September of 2016; Whereas Patty Wetterling bravely turned her grief into action and devoted her life to advocating for missing and exploited children; Whereas Patty Wetterling has become a nationally recognized educator on child abduction and the sexual exploitation of children; Whereas Patty Wetterling serves on the Board of Directors of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children; Whereas Patty Wetterling and her husband co-founded the Jacob Wetterling Resource Center to educate communities about child safety issues to prevent child exploitation and abductions; Whereas Patty Wetterling authored the publication When Your Child is Missing: A Family Survival Guide , along with 4 other families; Whereas Patty Wetterling served for more than 7 years as Director of Sexual Violence Prevention for the Minnesota Department of Health; Whereas the Star Tribune selected Patty Wetterling as one of the 100 Most Influential Minnesotans of the Century ; Whereas Patty Wetterling’s efforts led to the passage of the Jacob Wetterling Crimes Against Children and Sexually Violent Offender Registration Act ( Public Law 103–322 ; 108 Stat. 2038), a Federal law that requires States to implement a sex offender and crimes against children registry; and Whereas Jacob Wetterling’s memory lives on through the efforts of the Wetterling family: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives honors— (1) the life of Jacob Wetterling; and (2) the efforts of Patty Wetterling and the Wetterling family to prevent child exploitation and abductions across the United States.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 871 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 15, 2016 Mr. Sam Johnson of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs , and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services , 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 Calling on the Department of Defense, other elements of the Federal Government, and foreign countries to intensify efforts to investigate, recover, and identify all missing and unaccounted-for personnel of the United States.

Whereas more than 83,000 personnel of the United States are still unaccounted-for around the world from past wars and conflicts; Whereas, though recognizing that an estimated 50,000 of these World War II personnel, were lost deep at sea and are unlikely ever to be recovered, thousands of families and friends have waited decades for the accounting of their loved ones and comrades in arms; Whereas the families of these brave Americans deserve our Nation’s best efforts to achieve the fullest possible accounting for their missing loved ones; Whereas the National League of POW/MIA Families, and their iconic POW/MIA flag, pioneered the accounting effort since 1970 and has been joined in this humanitarian quest for answers by the Korean War, Cold War and World War II families, fully supported by the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Disabled American Veterans, Jewish War Veterans, AMVETS, Vietnam Veterans of America, Special Forces Association, Special Operations Association, Rolling Thunder, and other more recently formed groups, and thousands of families are yearning and advocating for answers concerning the fates of their loved ones and comrades in arms; Whereas the mission of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency of the Department of Defense is to provide the fullest possible accounting for missing members of the Armed Forces of the United States, designated civilians of the Department, and other designated personnel; and Whereas the recovery and investigation teams of the Department of Defense deploy to countries around the world to account as fully as possible for these missing and otherwise unaccounted-for personnel of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) calls upon the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency and other elements of the Department of Defense, other elements of the Federal Government, and all foreign countries to intensify efforts to investigate, recover, identify and account as fully as possible for all missing and unaccounted-for personnel of the United States around the world; and (2) calls upon all foreign countries with information on missing personnel of the United States, or with missing personnel of the United States within their territories, to cooperate fully with the Government of the United States to provide the fullest possible accounting for all missing personnel of the United States.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 872 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 15, 2016 Ms. Duckworth (for herself and Ms. Matsui ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Community Gardening Awareness Week.

Whereas countless American families live with hunger every day; Whereas countless American families do not have access to fresh produce in their neighborhoods; Whereas community gardens conserve limited resources and promote sustainability; Whereas community gardens provide an important and nutritious source of fresh produce donations for local food pantries and social service agencies; Whereas community gardens enable individuals to gain control over the quality, variety, and cost of their food supply; Whereas community gardening encourages Americans of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds to work together, foster a better sense of community, and improve the quality of their lives; Whereas community-based youth and school gardening programs encourage personal self-esteem and a healthy attitude toward learning; Whereas community gardening and greening projects provide a catalyst for neighborhood and community development; Whereas community gardens reduce city heat and preserve open spaces for both present and future generations; Whereas community gardens and other green spaces provide a more livable environment in American municipalities and present a positive local image to a community's residents and visitors; Whereas community gardens help provide local food banks with fresh produce for those in need; and Whereas the second week in September is an appropriate week to designate as National Community Gardening Awareness Week: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the goals and ideals of National Community Gardening Awareness Week, including— (1) raising awareness about the importance of community gardens and urban agriculture; (2) improving access to public land for the creation of sustainable food projects; (3) encouraging further growth of community gardens and other opportunities that increase food self-reliance, improve fitness, contribute to a cleaner environment, and enhance community development; and (4) supporting cooperative efforts among Federal, State, and local governments and nonprofit organizations to promote the development and expansion of community gardens and to increase their accessibility to disadvantaged population groups.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 873 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 15, 2016 Mr. Israel submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Urging that the policy of the United States should be that Government institutions use security measures known as cryptographic splitting, the strongest available form of data centric security, to secure sensitive and personal information for data at rest and data in motion.

Whereas public and private institutions and the critical infrastructure that are the backbone of our national and economic security are under constant attack; Whereas sensitive information housed within key institutions is being accessed, stolen, and runs the risk of being manipulated, critical systems are vulnerable, and national security and corporate secrets are at risk; Whereas information and infrastructure are most vulnerable when held by an institution or when traveling from point to point; Whereas network centric security is not sufficient to prevent a data breach, exfiltration, or manipulation of information; and Whereas what is needed in order to properly protect sensitive information is the strongest available form of data centric security: Now, therefore, be it

That the policy of the United States should be that Government institutions use security measures known as cryptographic splitting, the strongest available form of data centric security, to secure sensitive and personal information for data at rest and data in motion.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 874 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 20, 2016 Mr. McKinley (for himself and Ms. Eshoo ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of the month of September as Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month , in recognition of the costs imposed by rheumatic diseases, the need for increased medical research, and the quality care provided by trained rheumatologists.

Whereas rheumatic diseases are chronic, progressive, painful conditions and the leading cause of disability in the United States; Whereas rheumatic diseases now affect nearly 1 in 4 people in the United States and are expected to affect an estimated 78,000,000 people in the United States by the year 2040; Whereas 300,000 children live with some form of rheumatic disease; Whereas it is estimated that the economic burden of rheumatic disease is at least $128,000,000,000 annually, including more than $80,000,000,000 in medical expenditures and $47,000,000,000 in annual indirect costs such as lost earnings; Whereas research suggests the cause of rheumatic disease is a combination of genetic and environmental factors, but the exact cause of these diseases is still unknown; Whereas the symptoms of rheumatic diseases vary depending on the individual and the disease, but may include joint or muscle pain, inflammation, swelling, redness or stiffness, eye irritation and inflammation, general fatigue, malaise, and fevers, hair loss, dry eyes or mouth, chest pain, seizures, or stroke; Whereas there is currently no cure for rheumatic diseases, but medical research breakthroughs have led to treatments and therapies that can dramatically improve the quality of life for those living with rheumatic diseases; Whereas rheumatologists, researchers, patients, caregivers, and other advocates are working to improve the quality of life for people living with rheumatic diseases; Whereas health care policies, research, education, and community support services are needed to ensure patients receive timely, affordable, safe, and effective treatments and have access to trained rheumatologists who can provide quality care to those living with these diseases; and Whereas September would be an appropriate month to designate as “Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month”: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of “Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month”, in recognition of the costs imposed by rheumatic diseases, the need for increased medical research, and the quality care provided by trained rheumatologists; (2) pledges to celebrate the contributions of trained rheumatologists in each district; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to celebrate the contributions of researchers and health care providers in serving those living with rheumatic diseases and to support efforts to find an effective cure.