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III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 317 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 18, 2015 Ms. Mikulski submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions December 9, 2015 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating the 20 th anniversary of the opening of the American Visionary Art Museum.

Whereas the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore, Maryland, opened on November 24, 1995; Whereas, in 1992, Congress designated the American Visionary Art Museum as the national repository and education center for visionary art; Whereas the American Visionary Art Museum— (1) is the first museum in North America that is wholly dedicated to assembling a comprehensive national collection of visionary art; (2) perseveres due largely to the leadership of its founder, Rebecca Alban Hoffberger, who built the idea of assembling a comprehensive national collection of visionary art into an institution; (3) encourages art as a means of expression for at-risk youth and other individuals who are often overlooked; (4) seeks to end the stigma associated with disability by illuminating the power to overcome the adversity associated with disability through creativity; (5) educates, inspires, and entertains over 125,000 visitors each year; and (6) continues to fulfill its mission to increase awareness of uncommon art that is created out of extraordinary circumstances; and Whereas it is in the best interest of the national welfare and each United States citizen— (1) to preserve visionary art; and (2) to celebrate visionary art as a unique art form: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commemorates the 20 th anniversary of the opening of the American Visionary Art Museum; and (2) reaffirms that visionary art is a rare and valuable national treasure to which individuals in the United States should devote attention, support, and resources to ensure it is collected, preserved, and understood.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 317 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 18, 2015 Ms. Mikulski submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Commemorating the 20 th anniversary of the opening of the American Visionary Art Museum.

Whereas the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore, Maryland, opened on November 24, 1995; Whereas, in 1992, Congress designated the American Visionary Art Museum as the national repository and education center for visionary art; Whereas the American Visionary Art Museum— (1) is the first museum in North America that is wholly dedicated to assembling a comprehensive national collection of visionary art; (2) perseveres due largely to the leadership of its founder, Rebecca Alban Hoffberger, who built the idea of assembling a comprehensive national collection of visionary art into an institution; (3) encourages art as a means of expression for at-risk youth and other individuals who are often overlooked; (4) seeks to end the stigma associated with disability by illuminating the power to overcome the adversity associated with disability through creativity; (5) educates, inspires, and entertains over 125,000 visitors each year; and (6) continues to fulfill its mission to increase awareness of uncommon art that is created out of extraordinary circumstances; and Whereas it is in the best interest of the national welfare and each United States citizen— (1) to preserve visionary art; and (2) to celebrate visionary art as a unique art form: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commemorates the 20 th anniversary of the opening of the American Visionary Art Museum; and (2) reaffirms that visionary art is a rare and valuable national treasure to which individuals in the United States should devote attention, support, and resources to ensure it is collected, preserved, and understood.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 318 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 18, 2015 Mr. McConnell (for himself and Mr. Reid ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize deposition testimony and representation in Care One Management LLC, et al. v. United Healthcare Workers East, SEIU 1199, et al.

Whereas, in the case of Care One Management LLC, et al. v. United Healthcare Workers East, SEIU 1199, et al. , No. 2:12–cv–06371, pending in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, testimony has been sought from Rachel Pryor, a former employee in the office of Senator Richard Blumenthal, relating to her official responsibilities; Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. §§ 288b(a) and 288c(a)(2), the Senate may direct its counsel to represent former employees of the Senate with respect to any subpoena, order, or request for testimony relating to their official responsibilities; Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the Senate; and Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may promote the administration of justice, the Senate will take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it

That Rachel Pryor, former employee in the Office of Senator Richard Blumenthal, is authorized to testify in a deposition in the case of Care One Management LLC, et al. v. United Healthcare Workers East, SEIU 1199, et al. , except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. 2. The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent Ms. Pryor in connection with the testimony authorized in section one of this resolution.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 319 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 19, 2015 Mr. Isakson (for himself and Mr. Coons ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating November 29, 2015, as Drive Safer Sunday .

Whereas motor vehicle travel is the primary means of transportation in the United States; Whereas every individual traveling on the roads and highways needs to drive in a safer manner to reduce deaths and injuries that result from motor vehicle accidents; Whereas according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, wearing a seat belt saves as many as 15,000 lives each year; and Whereas the Sunday after Thanksgiving is the busiest highway traffic day of the year: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) encourages— (A) high schools, colleges, universities, administrators, teachers, primary schools, and secondary schools to launch campus-wide educational campaigns to urge students to focus on safety when driving; (B) national trucking firms to alert their drivers to be especially focused on driving safely on the Sunday after Thanksgiving, and to publicize the importance of the day through use of the Citizens Band Radio Service and at truck stops across the United States; (C) clergies to remind their congregations to travel safely when attending services and gatherings; (D) law enforcement personnel to remind drivers and passengers to drive safely, particularly on the Sunday after Thanksgiving; (E) motorists to drive safely, not just during the holiday season, but every time they get behind the wheel; and (F) all people of the United States to understand the life-saving importance of wearing a seat belt and to use the Sunday after Thanksgiving as an opportunity to educate themselves about highway safety; and (2) designates November 29, 2015, as Drive Safer Sunday .
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 321 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 19, 2015 Ms. Mikulski submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Honoring the 70th anniversary of the founding of CARE.

Whereas CARE is one of the largest and most respected international development and emergency aid organizations in the world; Whereas CARE was officially founded on November 27, 1945, which is 70 years prior to the month of adoption of this resolution; Whereas the United States sent 100,000,000 CARE packages to Europe during World War II, which— (1) delivered canned meats, powdered milk, dried fruits, chocolate, and coffee to brave soldiers of the United States; and (2) each cost only $10 but provided 10 soldiers each 1 meal; Whereas President Harry Truman purchased the first CARE package; Whereas CARE was originally intended to be a temporary organization, but CARE— (1) continued as the need for global relief continued; and (2) grew into an international organization working in 87 countries; Whereas CARE— (1) has significantly broadened the scope of its relief work; (2) provides assistance in the wake of devastating natural disasters; (3) combats hunger; and (4) comes to the assistance of refugees, including refugees of the current refugee crisis in Syria; Whereas CARE also works— (1) to empower women and girls; (2) to reduce the incidence of child marriage; (3) to prevent and respond to gender-based violence; and (4) to promote gender equality internationally; and Whereas the words of President John F. Kennedy, that the work of CARE expresses America’s concern and friendship in a language that all peoples understand are still true today: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate recognizes the 70th anniversary of the founding of CARE, which serves as a symbol of hope and humanity throughout the world.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 325 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 2, 2015 Mr. Isakson (for himself and Mr. Blumenthal ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Permitting the collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings.

1. Collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings (a) In general Notwithstanding any other provision of the rules or regulations of the Senate— (1) a Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate may collect from another Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate within Senate buildings nonmonetary donations of clothing, toys, food, and housewares for charitable purposes related to serving persons in need or members of the Armed Forces and the families of those members during the holiday season, if the charitable purposes do not otherwise violate any rule or regulation of the Senate or of Federal law; and (2) a Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate may work with a nonprofit organization with respect to the delivery of donations described under paragraph (1). (b) Expiration The authority provided by this resolution shall expire at the end of the first session of the 114th Congress.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 326 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 3, 2015 Mr. Johnson (for himself, Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. McCain , and Mr. Inhofe ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Celebrating the 135th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Romania.

Whereas the United States established diplomatic relations with Romania in June 1880; Whereas the Governments of the United States and Romania strive to continually improve cooperation between government leaders and strengthen the two countries’ strategic partnership, focusing on the political-military relationship, law-enforcement collaboration, trade and investment opportunities, and energy security; Whereas the Governments of the United States and Romania are committed to supporting human rights, advancing the rule of law, democratic governance, economic growth, and freedom; Whereas Romania joined the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in 2004, and has established itself as a resolute ally of both the United States and strong NATO member; Whereas the Government of Romania continues to improve its military capabilities, and has repeatedly demonstrated its willingness to provide forces and assets in support of operations that address the national security interests of the United States and all NATO members, including deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, Libya, and Kosovo; Whereas, in 2011, the United States and Romania issued the Joint Declaration on Strategic Partnership for the 21st Century Between the United States of America and Romania, reflecting increasing cooperation between our countries to promote security, democracy, free market opportunities, and cultural exchange; Whereas the United States and Romania signed a ballistic missile defense (BMD) agreement in 2011, allowing the deployment of United States personnel, equipment, and anti-missile interceptors to Romania; Whereas, in October 2014, the United States Navy formally launched Naval Support Facility Deveselu to achieve the goals of the 2011 BMD agreement and thus established the first new United States Navy base since 1987; Whereas, in September 2015, Romania stood up a NATO Force Integration Unit; Whereas Romania will host the Alliance’s Multinational Division-Southeast headquarters in Bucharest and commits significant resources to the Very High Readiness Joint Task Force; Whereas Romania has agreed to host components of the United States European Phased Adaptive Approach missile defense system, which will be operational by the end of 2015; and Whereas, for the past 25 years, the Government of Romania has shown leadership in advancing stability, security, and democratic principles in Central and Eastern Europe, the Western Balkans, and the Black Sea region, especially in the current difficult regional context: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) celebrates the 135th anniversary of United States-Romanian diplomatic relations; (2) congratulates the people of Romania on their accomplishments as a great nation; and (3) expresses appreciation for Romania’s unwavering partnership with the United States.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 328 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 3, 2015 Mr. Udall (for himself and Mrs. Capito ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Supporting the December 3, 2015, National Day of Remembrance for victims of drunk and drugged driving and for victims of the consequences of underage drinking.

Whereas drunk driving is still a leading cause of death and injury on the roadways of the United States and nearly 1 in 3 traffic fatalities involved alcohol-impaired crashes, according to studies conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; Whereas, in 2014, there were 9,967 people killed in alcohol-impaired crashes, representing an average of 27 alcohol-impaired driving fatalities every day and 1 alcohol-impaired driving fatality every 53 minutes; Whereas countless victims, survivors, families, and loved ones are left to cope with the aftermath of these terrible crashes; Whereas victims and survivors of drunk and drugged driving and the consequences of underage drinking are cause for concern; Whereas Mothers Against Drunk Driving (referred to in this preamble as MADD ) was founded in 1980 and today continues with the mission to end drunk driving, help fight drugged driving, support the victims of these crimes and crashes, and prevent underage drinking; Whereas drunk driving deaths have been reduced dramatically since 1980, from more than 25,000 deaths per year to just under 10,000 in 2014, thanks to efforts from MADD, other community organizations, States, schools, law enforcement agencies, safety technologies and programs, improved laws, and growing public recognition of the risks posed by drunk driving; Whereas combating drunk and drugged driving is a legislative priority for the Senate in the 114th Congress, advancing a multi-year transportation reauthorization bill that provides incentives to States to adopt measures to reduce impaired driving and authorizes impaired driving research and development; Whereas, on December 3, 2015, MADD locations across the United States will honor those individuals killed, injured, or emotionally devastated by drunk and drugged driving and underage drinking with a National Day of Remembrance; and Whereas the National Day of Remembrance is a chance for the public to come together in communities across the United States and online to show that the victims and survivors of these senseless tragedies are not alone: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) honors the victims of drunk and drugged driving; and (2) recognizes the consequences of underage drinking on the first annual National Day of Remembrance.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 333 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 10, 2015 Mr. McConnell (for himself and Mr. Reid ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To direct the Senate Legal Counsel to appear as amicus curiae in the name of the Senate in Bank Markazi, The Central Bank of Iran v. Deborah D. Peterson, et al. (S. Ct.)

Whereas, in the case of Bank Markazi, The Central Bank of Iran v. Deborah D. Peterson, et al. , No. 14–770, pending in the Supreme Court of the United States, the constitutionality of section 502 of the Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act of 2012, Pub. L. No. 112–158, 126 Stat. 1214, 1258 (2012), codified at 22 U.S.C. § 8772, has been placed in issue; Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(c), 706(a), and 713(a) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. 288b(c) , 288e(a), and 288 l (a), the Senate may direct its counsel to appear as amicus curiae in the name of the Senate in any legal action in which the powers and responsibilities of Congress under the Constitution are placed in issue: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate Legal Counsel is directed to appear as amicus curiae on behalf of the Senate in the case of Bank Markazi, The Central Bank of Iran v. Deborah D. Peterson, et al. , to defend the constitutionality of section 502 of the Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act of 2012.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 334 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 14, 2015 Mr. Casey (for himself and Mr. Toomey ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the Pennsylvania State University women’s soccer team for winning the 2015 National Collegiate Athletic Association Soccer Championship.

Whereas, on December 6, 2015, the Pennsylvania State University Nittany Lions won the 2015 National Collegiate Athletic Association (referred to in this preamble as the NCAA ) Soccer Championship, also known as the College Cup, in Cary, North Carolina with a hard-fought victory over the Duke University Blue Devils in a 1-0 match; Whereas the Nittany Lions women’s soccer team won their first ever NCAA Soccer Championship after advancing to the College Cup for the fifth time and the College Cup Final for the second time; Whereas the Pennsylvania State University Nittany Lions are the first Big Ten team to earn an NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship; Whereas the Pennsylvania State University Nittany Lions won both the Big Ten regular season title and the Big Ten Tournament, concluding the 2015 season with a record of 16 wins, including 15 shutouts, and only 3 losses; Whereas senior Raquel Rodriguez was named a First Team All-American by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America; Whereas seniors Britt Eckerstrom and Raquel Rodriguez were named to the Academic All-District 2 First Team by the College Sports Information Directors of America; and Whereas, this season, Head Coach Erica Walsh and her coaching staff depended on team captains Raquel Rodriguez, Mallory Weber, and Britt Eckerstrom to lead by example on the field: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Pennsylvania State University women’s soccer team, coaches, and staff for winning the 2015 National Collegiate Athletic Association Soccer Championship; (2) commends the Pennsylvania State University women’s soccer team, coaches, and staff for their hard work and dedication; and (3) recognizes the students, faculty, alumni, and devoted fans of Pennsylvania State University who supported the Nittany Lions on the path to winning their first ever National Collegiate Athletic Association Soccer Championship.
III 114th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 335 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 15, 2015 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation December 10 (legislative day, December 9), 2016 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Aviation Maintenance Technician Day, honoring the invaluable contributions of Charles Edward Taylor, regarded as the father of aviation maintenance, and recognizing the essential role of aviation maintenance technicians in ensuring the safety and security of civil and military aircraft.

Whereas the safety of the flying public is ensured and the integrity of aircraft airworthiness is personally guaranteed by individuals who comprise the professional aviation maintenance technician workforce; Whereas professional aviation maintenance technicians are key members of the Armed Forces of the United States and help protect the United States through a strong Armed Forces aviation infrastructure; Whereas the duties of aviation maintenance technicians are critical to the homeland security of the United States and an integral component of the aerospace industry of the United States; Whereas professional aviation maintenance technicians provide the strong infrastructure through which public confidence in the airborne transportation safety and military aviation strength of the United States is ensured; Whereas, in 1901, Charles Edward Taylor began working as a machinist for Orville and Wilbur Wright at the Wright Cycle Company in Dayton, Ohio; Whereas using only a metal lathe, drill press, and hand tools, Charles Edward Taylor built, in 6 weeks, the 12-horsepower engine that was used to power the first flying machine of the Wright brothers; Whereas the ingenuity of Charles Edward Taylor earned him a place in aviation history when the Wright brothers successfully flew their airplane in controlled flight on December 17, 1903; Whereas Charles Edward Taylor had a successful career in aviation maintenance for more than 60 years; Whereas Charles Edward Taylor was honored by the Federal Aviation Administration with the establishment of the Charles Edward Taylor Master Mechanic Award, which recognizes individuals with not less than 50 years of aviation maintenance experience; Whereas Charles Edward Taylor has become a hero to aircraft maintenance technicians worldwide; and Whereas 45 States, together with the commonwealths, territories, republics, and federations of the United States, have already declared May 24 to be Aviation Maintenance Technician Day within their jurisdictions: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports National Aviation Maintenance Technician Day to honor the professional men and women who ensure the safety and security of the airborne aviation infrastructure of the United States; and (2) recognizes the life and memory of Charles Edward Taylor, the aviation maintenance technician who built and maintained the engine that was used to power the first controlled flying machine of the Wright brothers on December 17, 1903.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 335 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 15, 2015 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Aviation Maintenance Technician Day, honoring the invaluable contributions of Charles Edward Taylor, regarded as the father of aviation maintenance, and recognizing the essential role of aviation maintenance technicians in ensuring the safety and security of civil and military aircraft.

Whereas the safety of the flying public is ensured and the integrity of aircraft airworthiness is personally guaranteed by individuals who comprise the professional aviation maintenance technician workforce; Whereas professional aviation maintenance technicians are key members of the Armed Forces of the United States and help protect the United States through a strong Armed Forces aviation infrastructure; Whereas the duties of aviation maintenance technicians are critical to the homeland security of the United States and an integral component of the aerospace industry of the United States; Whereas professional aviation maintenance technicians provide the strong infrastructure through which public confidence in the airborne transportation safety and military aviation strength of the United States is ensured; Whereas, in 1901, Charles Edward Taylor began working as a machinist for Orville and Wilbur Wright at the Wright Cycle Company in Dayton, Ohio; Whereas using only a metal lathe, drill press, and hand tools, Charles Edward Taylor built, in 6 weeks, the 12-horsepower engine that was used to power the first flying machine of the Wright brothers; Whereas the ingenuity of Charles Edward Taylor earned him a place in aviation history when the Wright brothers successfully flew their airplane in controlled flight on December 17, 1903; Whereas Charles Edward Taylor had a successful career in aviation maintenance for more than 60 years; Whereas Charles Edward Taylor was honored by the Federal Aviation Administration with the establishment of the Charles Edward Taylor Master Mechanic Award, which recognizes individuals with not less than 50 years of aviation maintenance experience; Whereas Charles Edward Taylor has become a hero to aircraft maintenance technicians worldwide; and Whereas 45 States, together with the commonwealths, territories, republics, and federations of the United States, have already declared May 24 to be Aviation Maintenance Technician Day within their jurisdictions: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports National Aviation Maintenance Technician Day to honor the professional men and women who ensure the safety and security of the airborne aviation infrastructure of the United States; and (2) recognizes the life and memory of Charles Edward Taylor, the aviation maintenance technician who built and maintained the engine that was used to power the first controlled flying machine of the Wright brothers on December 17, 1903.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 336 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 15, 2015 Mr. Wyden (for himself and Mr. Merkley ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Honoring the Portland Timbers as the champions of Major League Soccer in 2015.

Whereas on December 6, 2015, the Portland Timbers won the Major League Soccer Cup, the championship match of Major League Soccer; Whereas by defeating the Columbus Crew by a score of 2 to 1, the Portland Timbers won their first Major League Soccer championship and the 20th edition of the Major League Soccer Cup; Whereas Portland Timbers players Diego Valeri and Rodney Wallace scored goals in the Major League Soccer Cup; Whereas Portland Timbers midfielder Diego Valeri was designated by Major League Soccer as the Most Valuable Player of the Major League Soccer Cup; Whereas the victory of the Portland Timbers in the Major League Soccer Cup was the first Major League Soccer championship win for Portland Timbers head coach, Caleb Porter, and Portland Timbers owner, Merritt Paulson; Whereas by doing charity work, the Portland Timbers organization inspires the people of Portland, Oregon, both on the soccer field and in the community; Whereas the Timbers Army and the fans of the Portland Timbers, who inspire and exemplify Rose City pride by filling Providence Park with songs, scarves, flags, and confetti, and contributing to the community with charity work, are the best fans in Major League Soccer; and Whereas the success of the Portland Timbers soccer team will— (1) broaden an appreciation of athletics in young people; and (2) encourage Oregonians to volunteer in their communities: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) honors the Portland Timbers as the champions of Major League Soccer in 2015; (2) recognizes the outstanding achievement of the Portland Timbers team, ownership, and staff; and (3) requests that the Secretary of the Senate prepare an enrolled copy of this resolution for— (A) Portland Timbers owner Merritt Paulson; (B) Portland Timbers head coach Caleb Porter; and (C) Portland Timbers general manager Gavin Wilkinson.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 337 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 17, 2015 Mr. Blumenthal submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of February 12, 2016, as Darwin Day and recognizing the importance of science in the betterment of humanity.

Whereas Charles Darwin developed the theory of evolution by the mechanism of natural selection, which, together with the monumental amount of scientific evidence Charles Darwin compiled to support the theory, provides humanity with a logical and intellectually compelling explanation for the diversity of life on Earth; Whereas the validity of the theory of evolution by natural selection developed by Charles Darwin is further strongly supported by the modern understanding of the science of genetics; Whereas it has been the human curiosity and ingenuity exemplified by Charles Darwin that has promoted new scientific discoveries that have helped humanity solve many problems and improve living conditions; Whereas the advancement of science must be protected from those unconcerned with the adverse impacts of global warming and climate change; Whereas the teaching of creationism in some public schools compromises the scientific and academic integrity of the education systems of the United States; Whereas Charles Darwin is a worthy symbol of scientific advancement on which to focus and around which to build a global celebration of science and humanity intended to promote a common bond among all the people of the Earth; and Whereas February 12, 2016, is the anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin in 1809 and would be an appropriate date to designate as Darwin Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of Darwin Day ; and (2) recognizes Charles Darwin as a worthy symbol on which to celebrate the achievements of reason, science, and the advancement of human knowledge.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 342 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 18, 2015 Mrs. Capito (for herself and Mr. Manchin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the women's volleyball team of Wheeling Jesuit University on winning the Division II National Championship.

Whereas on Saturday, December 12, 2015, the Wheeling Jesuit Cardinals won the Division II National Championship women's volleyball trophy in 3 straight sets, defeating the Palm Beach Atlantic Sailfish of Tampa, Florida, by scores of— (1) 25 to 22; (2) 26 to 24; and (3) 26 to 24; Whereas Wheeling Jesuit Cardinals setter Andrea Thobe earned the Most Outstanding Player award; Whereas Wheeling Jesuit Cardinals volleyball players Jessica Thobe, Haley Kindall, and Kayce Krucki were recognized by being named to the All-Tournament team; Whereas head volleyball coach Christy Benner, assistant volleyball coach Matt Benner, and graduate assistant coach Allissa Ware brilliantly created successful game plans throughout the 2015 season; and Whereas all members of the Wheeling Jesuit Cardinals women’s volleyball team, including Abby Moffit, Alexa Brown, Sydney Obringer, Maddy Smyth, Allegra Shippy, Julie Henderson, Samantha Obringer, Maddy Kassen, Emily Blank, Katie Campbell, Emma Schluecher, and Lauren Graves successfully worked together to help deliver the first National Championship for Wheeling Jesuit University: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate congratulates the women's volleyball team of Wheeling Jesuit University on winning the Division II National Championship.
III 114th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 344 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 12, 2016 Mr. Enzi (for himself and Mr. Whitehouse ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration RESOLUTION Expressing the Sense of the Senate regarding the use of electronic devices on the floor of the Senate.

That it is the Sense of the Senate that— (1) certain uses of electronic devices by Senators on the floor of the Senate are necessary and proper in the conduct of official Senate business, would not distract, interrupt, or inconvenience the business of Members of the Senate, and should therefore be permissible, including— (A) delivering floor remarks from text displayed on personal digital assistant devices and tablet computers; (B) reviewing and editing documents on personal digital assistant devices and tablet computers while seated or standing at a desk, except when the Senator who wishes to use the device holds the floor or seeks to be recognized; and (C) sending email and other data communication using personal digital assistant devices and tablet computers while seated or standing at a desk, except when the Senator who wishes to use the device holds the floor or seeks to be recognized; (2) necessary and proper uses of electronic devices on the floor of the Senate do not include— (A) transmitting sound for any purpose other than through earphones or in such a manner as would not disturb proceedings on the floor of the Senate for the purpose of assisting a person with a disability; (B) using telephones or other devices for voice communication; or (C) using desktop computers, laptop computers, or other large devices; (3) the Committee on Rules and Administration should consider an amendment to the Rules for the Regulation of the Senate Wing consistent with the principles stated above; and (4) any amendment to the Rules for the Regulation of the Senate Wing should take into account possible future changes in technology.
III 114th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 345 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 12, 2016 Mr. Hoeven (for himself and Ms. Heitkamp ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the North Dakota State University football team for winning the 2015 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Championship Subdivision title.

Whereas the North Dakota State University (referred to in this preamble as NDSU ) Bison won the 2015 National Collegiate Athletic Association (referred to in this preamble as the NCAA ) Division I Football Championship Subdivision title game in Frisco, Texas, on January 9, 2016, in a decisive victory over the Jacksonville State Gamecocks by a score of 37 to 10; Whereas NDSU has now won 13 NCAA Football Championships; Whereas NDSU has now won 5 consecutive NCAA Division I Football Championships, an extraordinary and record-setting achievement in modern collegiate football history; Whereas the NDSU Bison have displayed tremendous resilience and skill over the past 5 seasons, with 71 wins to only 5 losses, including a streak of 33 consecutive wins; Whereas an estimated 17,000 Bison fans attended the Championship game, reflecting the tremendous spirit and dedication of Bison Nation that has helped propel the success of the team; and Whereas the 2015 NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision title was a victory not only for the NDSU football team, but also for the entire State of North Dakota: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the North Dakota State University Bison football team as the 2015 champions of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Championship Subdivision; (2) commends the North Dakota State University players, coaches, and staff for— (A) their hard work and dedication on a historic season; and (B) fostering a continuing tradition of athletic and academic excellence; and (3) recognizes the students, alumni, and loyal fans that supported the Bison while the Bison sought to capture a fifth consecutive Division I Football Championship Subdivision trophy for North Dakota State University.
III 114th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 348 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 21, 2016 Mr. Lankford submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs RESOLUTION Supporting efforts to place a woman on the currency of the United States.

Whereas Andrew Jackson, though a military hero in the War of 1812, as President, instated Federal policies, including the Act of May 28, 1830 (4 Stat. 411, chapter 148) (commonly known as the Indian Removal Act ), to remove millions of American Indians from their historic homelands to what is now the State of Oklahoma, which accelerated the settlement of Indian lands across the Great Plains and throughout the West; Whereas the removal policies enforced by Andrew Jackson led to the reductions of the homelands, and ultimately the deaths, of thousands of American Indians across the continent; Whereas the forced removal of American Indians by Andrew Jackson and the subsequent inhumane settlement of Indian lands represent a major blight on the proud history of the United States; and Whereas, beginning prior to the founding of the United States and continuing through the present day, the women of the United States, including American Indian women, have worked without due recognition and should be provided the necessary respect and gratitude by all people of the United States for innumerable contributions to the culture, families, economy, innovation, military, and way of life of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate supports— (1) efforts to recognize the contributions of countless women to the history of the United States by placing a woman on the currency of the United States; (2) the removal of Andrew Jackson from the $20 Federal reserve note; and (3) the placement of a significant woman from the history of the United States on the $20 Federal reserve note.
III 114th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 349 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 28, 2016 Mr. Roberts (for himself, Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Tillis , Mrs. Ernst , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Bennet , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Casey , and Mr. Grassley ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry RESOLUTION Congratulating the Farm Credit System on the celebration of its 100th anniversary.

Whereas on July 17, 1916, President Woodrow Wilson signed into law the Federal Farm Loan Act (39 Stat. 360, chapter 245), which established the Farm Credit System; Whereas through the enactment of the Farm Credit Act of 1971 ( 12 U.S.C. 2001 et seq. ), Congress— (1) directed that the Farm Credit System be designed as a permanent system to support the well-being and prosperity of rural communities and agricultural producers of all types and sizes in the United States; and (2) recognized that a prosperous, productive agricultural sector is essential to a free country; Whereas Congress designed the Farm Credit System as a network of independently owned cooperatives that are— (1) controlled by borrowers; and (2) responsive to the individual needs of borrowers for credit and financial services; Whereas the Farm Credit System plays an important role in the success of United States agriculture and economic vibrancy of rural communities in all 50 States and Puerto Rico; Whereas the Farm Credit System actively supports the next generation of agricultural producers— (1) by annually providing billions of dollars for loans to young and beginning farmers and ranchers; and (2) through ongoing financial support for organizations such as 4–H and the Future Farmers of America; and Whereas Congress has provided for— (1) the appropriate safety and soundness oversight of the Farm Credit System through the Farm Credit Administration, an independent Federal agency, the operating costs of which are funded by the Farm Credit System; and (2) the protection of investors in Farm Credit System bonds through the Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation, funded by premiums paid by the Farm Credit System: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Farm Credit System on the celebration of the 100th anniversary of its founding; and (2) commends the continued service of cooperative owners and employees of the Farm Credit System to help meet the credit and financial services needs of rural communities and agriculture.
III 114th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 351 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 28, 2016 Mr. Scott (for himself, Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Alexander , Mr. Johnson , Mr. Cassidy , Mr. Daines , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Tillis , Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Perdue , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Gardner , Mr. Booker , and Mr. Lankford ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of January 24 through January 30, 2016, as National School Choice Week .

Whereas providing a diversity of choices in K–12 education empowers parents to select education environments that meet the individual needs and strengths of their children; Whereas high-quality K–12 education environments of all varieties are available in the United States, including traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online academies, and home schooling; Whereas talented teachers and school leaders in each of the education environments prepare children to achieve their dreams; Whereas more families than ever before in the United States actively choose the best education for their children; Whereas more public awareness of the issue of parental choice in education can inform additional families of the benefits of proactively choosing challenging, motivating, and effective education environments for their children; Whereas the process by which parents choose schools for their children is nonpolitical, nonpartisan, and deserves the utmost respect; and Whereas hundreds of organizations, more than 9,000 schools, and millions of individuals in the United States celebrate the benefits of educational choice during the 6 th annual National School Choice Week, held the week of January 24 through January 30, 2016: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of January 24 through January 30, 2016, as National School Choice Week ; (2) congratulates students, parents, teachers, and school leaders from K–12 education environments of all varieties for their persistence, achievements, dedication, and contributions to society in the United States; (3) encourages all parents, during National School Choice Week, to learn more about the education options available to them; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to hold appropriate programs, events, and activities during National School Choice Week to raise public awareness of the benefits of opportunity in education.
III 114th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 352 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 28, 2016 Ms. Ayotte (for herself, Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Thune , Mr. Cruz , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Schatz , and Mr. Peters ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the loss of the Space Shuttle Challenger and of Teacher in Space S. Christa McAuliffe of Concord, New Hampshire.

Whereas, on January 28, 1986, the 7 crew members of the Space Shuttle Challenger, Commander Francis R. Scobee, Pilot Michael J. Smith, Mission Specialist Ellison S. Onizuka, Mission Specialist Ronald E. McNair, Mission Specialist Judith A. Resnik, Payload Specialist Gregory B. Jarvis, and Teacher in Space and Payload Specialist S. Christa McAuliffe, were killed in a tragic explosion shortly after liftoff; Whereas, for as long as there has been human consciousness, human beings have looked to the stars in curiosity, delight, and awe; Whereas, throughout the course of human history, humankind was Earth-bound, yet spoke of visiting the celestial bodies; Whereas the foundation and development of the United States were driven by a pioneering spirit; Whereas reaching out into space exhibits the strength of the human capacity to engineer and persevere; Whereas the people of the United States who have journeyed into space have personified the national pride of the United States; Whereas, in 1986, a crew of individuals representing the best of the United States stepped forward to ride a rocket into space, knowing that explorers throughout the ages have put the need for knowledge above their own welfare; Whereas, on January 28, 1986, the United States cried out in grief at the loss of those 7 most brave voyagers; Whereas Christa McAuliffe, a teacher with an infectious spirit and tremendous bravery, not content to make the world her classroom, prepared to expand her schoolroom to the stars; Whereas Christa McAuliffe, through her educational endeavor, sought to inspire adults and children alike by pushing the bounds of the human experience and by rousing all people to imagine the most of human potential; Whereas the McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center in Concord, New Hampshire is a living memorial to embody the legacy of this intrepid woman; and Whereas January 28, 2016, is a day on which the people of the United States should pause to remember those pioneers who lost their lives 30 years ago: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the 30th anniversary of the loss of the Space Shuttle Challenger; (2) encourages the people of the United States to preserve the legacy of the crew of the Challenger; and (3) recognizes the inspiration provided by a teacher for all Earth, Christa McAuliffe.