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IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 241 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 30, 2015 Miss Rice of New York (for herself, Mr. Meeks , Mr. Levin , Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney of New York , Mr. Keating , Mr. Rangel , Mr. Pearce , Ms. Lee , Mr. Israel , Mr. Engel , Ms. Roybal-Allard , and Mr. Payne ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of April 2015 as Alcohol Responsibility Month and supporting the goals and ideals of responsible decisions regarding alcohol.

Whereas in 2013, an estimated 10,076 people were killed in the United States in drunk driving crashes involving a driver with a BAC of .08 or greater, impacting countless family members, friends, and communities; Whereas in 2013, one person died in a drunk driving crash on average every 52 minutes; Whereas in 2013, about 8,700,000 Americans between the ages of 12 to 20, nearly 23 percent of the age group for whom alcohol consumption is illegal, reported consuming alcohol in the past 30 days; Whereas research shows that a lifetime of conversations between parents and their children about alcohol, beginning at an early age, can help prevent underage drinking and alcohol abuse; Whereas the potential danger for young people to be involved in alcohol-related crashes escalates during prom and graduation season; Whereas many State attorneys general are launching underage drinking prevention messages and programs in their States and communities; and Whereas April has been dedicated to alcohol awareness for the last 28 years and more than awareness is needed to further reduce drunk driving and underage drinking: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Alcohol Responsibility Month and supports the goals and ideals of responsible decisions regarding alcohol; (2) encourages parents to be responsible role models and to have ongoing conversations about the dangers of alcohol abuse throughout their children’s childhood, adolescence, and into adulthood; (3) condemns the pervasiveness of alcohol-impaired driving and tragedy; and (4) promotes the responsible consumption of alcohol by adults in the United States.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 243 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 1, 2015 Mr. Conaway submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representative in respect to promoting a strong national energy policy that supports the innovative and hard-working men and women in the oil and gas industry who have led the charge in a United States energy revolution.

Whereas the United States is blessed by an abundance of natural resources and strong entrepreneurial, creative, and industrious spirit; Whereas pioneering techniques such as horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing have sparked an unprecedented boom in oilfields in Texas, Pennsylvania, North Dakota, Ohio, Colorado, and across the country; Whereas the United States has become a global leader in both oil and natural gas exploration due solely to the tireless and innovative efforts of every wildcatter, roustabout, roughneck, driller, derrickman, toolpusher, landman, company man, and many more; Whereas the economic impact of the boom created by the technological advances is felt throughout communities and industries outside of the oilfield through job creation and increased market demand; Whereas the oil and natural gas industry has continued to be a bright spot supporting thousands of jobs in a sluggish economy strapped by burdensome regulatory overreach and antiquated policies of bygone eras; Whereas the United States depends on their exhaustive hours and dangerous work to power homes, pave roads, fuel cars, farm lands, and everything that keeps the Nation running; Whereas the United States depends on their exhaustive hours and dangerous work to increase our energy independence, bolster national security, create jobs, and promote economic growth; and Whereas the House of Representatives recognizes that the United States energy policies must be as adaptive and innovative as the hard-working men and women in the oil patch: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports policies that— (1) cut through bureaucratic red tape to encourage domestic energy resurgence; (2) reduce harmful, job-killing regulations; and (3) eliminate an obsolete, decades-old crude oil export ban to reduce price volatility, increase market stability, and promote economic growth.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 247 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 1, 2015 Mr. Langevin (for himself, Ms. Bonamici , Ms. McCollum , Ms. Norton , Mr. Cicilline , Mr. Hastings , Mr. Huffman , Mr. Peters , Mr. Rangel , Mr. Cárdenas , Mr. Connolly , Mr. Nadler , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Rodney Davis of Illinois , and Ms. Schakowsky ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce , and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that adding art and design into Federal programs that target the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields encourages innovation and economic growth in the United States.

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

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the importance of art and design in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields; (2) supports the designation of STEM-to-STEAM Month ; (3) encourages the inclusion of art and design in the STEM fields during reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act; (4) encourages the inclusion of art and design in the STEM fields during reauthorization of the Higher Education Act; and (5) encourages the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of the Department of Education, the Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Director of the National Science Foundation to develop a STEM to STEAM Council representative of artists, designers, education and business leaders, and Federal agencies in order to facilitate a comprehensive approach to incorporate art and design into the Federal STEM programs.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 249 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 1, 2015 Mr. Veasey (for himself, Ms. Edwards , and Ms. Kelly of Illinois ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of May 2015 as Health and Fitness Month .

Whereas 2⁄3 of adults and nearly 1 in 3 children are overweight or obese in the United States; Whereas unhealthy eating habits and lack of physical activity have contributed to the obesity epidemic in the United States; Whereas the prevalence of obesity in the United States more than doubled from 15 percent to 34 percent among adults and more than tripled from 5 percent to 17 percent among children and adolescents from 1980 to 2008; Whereas an obese teenager is 70 percent more likely to become an obese adult; Whereas obesity is more common among non-Hispanic Black teenagers (29 percent) than Hispanic teenagers (17.5 percent) or non-Hispanic White teenagers (14.5 percent); Whereas 70 percent of American Indian/Alaskan Native adults are overweight or obese; Whereas studies indicate that overweight youth may never achieve a healthy weight; Whereas a poor diet is associated with major health risks that can cause illness and even death; Whereas in addition to healthy eating, people in the United States can experience positive health benefits and be on the path for a better future by incorporating physical activity into daily life, including 30 minutes for adults and 60 minutes for children; Whereas physical activity can help prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and stroke, control weight, reduce fat, condition the heart and lungs, improve sleep, decrease potential of becoming depressed, increase energy and self-esteem, relieve stress, and increase the chances of living longer; and Whereas May 2015 would be an appropriate month to designate as “Health and Fitness Month”: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of “Health and Fitness Month”; and (2) support efforts to educate the people of the United States on the importance of a healthy and nutritious lifestyle.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 250 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 1, 2015 Mr. Young of Iowa (for himself, Ms. Stefanik , Mr. Poliquin , Mr. Allen , Mr. Bishop of Michigan , Mr. Babin , Mr. Knight , Mr. Curbelo of Florida , Mr. Graves of Louisiana , Mr. Moolenaar , and Mr. Walker ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform , and in addition to the Committees on House Administration and the Judiciary , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should pass no law that would exempt from its obligations or provide any other special consideration to elected or appointed Federal officials or any other Federal employee.

Whereas America was founded upon the principle that a free people should be self-governed by fellow citizens elected to be their representatives, and not governed by a ruling class or subject to rule by elites; Whereas America was also founded on the principle that no person, whatever his or her position within government, is unbound by the laws of this great Nation and the public trust; Whereas these great principles were enshrined in the Nation’s founding documents for all future generations by the signers of the Declaration of Independence and the framers of the United States Constitution; Whereas the American people have continually called for more accountability from a Federal Government they view as out of touch and out of control; Whereas rules and regulations promulgated by the Federal Government from Washington, DC, continually play a larger role in Americans day-to-day lives; Whereas there is a growing perception in America that elected officials and unaccountable bureaucrats in the Nation’s capital pass policies that place burdens on hardworking Americans with impunity, knowing they will never have to bear their costs; Whereas Americans who work hard, follow the law, and only ask that no person or group be given preferential treatment under our Nation’s laws expect Federal representatives and a Government that share those values: Now, therefore, be it

That it is sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should pass no law that would exempt from its obligations, excuse from its criminal or civil penalties, or provide any other special consideration to Members of the House of Representatives, Members of the Senate, Justices of the U.S. Supreme Court, the President, Vice President, appointees of the Executive, or any Federal employee.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 252 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 5, 2015 Mr. Gibson (for himself and Mr. Bishop of Georgia ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the national Job Corps program as it celebrates 50 years of educating and training the Nation’s economically disadvantaged youth.

Whereas over the course of 50 years, nearly 3,000,000 youth in the United States have been provided a safe living and learning environment on Job Corps campuses nationwide; Whereas 126 Job Corps campuses educate and train 50,000 youth in the United States each year; Whereas throughout its 5 decades of existence, Job Corps has successfully provided the Nation’s jobless and under-educated youth with critical residential, academic, and career preparation services; Whereas Job Corps is considered the Nation’s largest and most successful high school dropout recovery and youth empowerment program; Whereas youth enrolled in Job Corps receive intensive academic remediation, gainful employment, life-learning skills, and job placement assistance; Whereas Job Corps builds the lives of its students, many of whom are high school dropouts and have never held a full-time job; Whereas in an average 10-month stay at Job Corps campuses, the majority of youth improve their literacy by more than 2 grade levels, leave with a high school diploma equivalency, and nearly 80 percent of Job Corps graduates secure employment or enter the military; Whereas Job Corps successful model of preparing youth in the United States has included strong partnerships and linkages with employers and labor representatives; Whereas this public-private partnership of United States ingenuity has led to local and large employers and labor representatives providing Job Corps students with hands-on, practical experience and the smooth transition from student to employee; Whereas Job Corps successful business model has relied on marketplace competition to identify the most qualified operators that are capable of securing the best outcomes for our youth and the best value for taxpayers; Whereas Job Corps students and staff have contributed to their communities through millions of hours of community service, signaling the importance of giving back to the communities in which they live; Whereas dedicated Job Corps staff invest their time and talents in the lives of students and without whom Job Corps could not fulfill its mission; Whereas the economic benefits of each local Job Corps center is the generation of 100 permanent jobs, thus producing 15,000 qualified and dedicated staff in 50 States, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico; and Whereas 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the national Job Corps program in honor of Job Corps graduates, students, staff and campus operators, local employers, and community supporters across America: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives recognizes the 50th anniversary of the national Job Corps program.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 253 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 8, 2015 Mr. Graves of Missouri (for himself, Mr. Loebsack , Mr. Guinta , Mr. Engel , Mr. Rangel , Ms. Bordallo , Ms. McCollum , Mr. Pocan , Mr. Van Hollen , Mr. Meeks , Mr. Pallone , Mr. Costello of Pennsylvania , Mr. Barletta , Mr. Perlmutter , Ms. Tsongas , Mr. Honda , and Mr. Heck of Washington ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Recognizing the roles and contributions of America’s teachers to building and enhancing the Nation’s civic, cultural, and economic well-being.

Whereas education and knowledge are the foundation of America’s current and future strength; Whereas the purpose of National Teacher Appreciation Week, held during May 4, 2015, through May 8, 2015, is to raise public awareness of the unquantifiable contributions of teachers and to promote greater respect and understanding for the teaching profession; and Whereas students, schools, communities, and a number of organizations representing educators are hosting teacher appreciation events in recognition of National Teacher Appreciation Week: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives thanks and promotes the profession of teaching by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to participate in teacher appreciation events during National Teacher Appreciation Week.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 254 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 12, 2015 RESOLUTION

That the House has learned with profound sorrow of the death of the Honorable James Claude Wright, Jr., former Member of the House for 18 terms and Speaker of the House of Representatives for the One Hundredth and One Hundred First Congresses. That in the death of the Honorable James Claude Wright, Jr., the United States and the State of Texas have lost a valued and eminent public servant and citizen. 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 1st Session H. RES. 256 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 12, 2015 Mrs. Beatty (for herself, Mr. Conyers , Mr. Bishop of Georgia , Mrs. Watson Coleman , Ms. Kelly of Illinois , Mr. Rangel , Ms. Moore , Mr. Hastings , Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney of New York , Ms. Schakowsky , Mr. Tiberi , Ms. Norton , Mr. McGovern , Mr. Yarmuth , Mr. Johnson of Georgia , Mr. Carson of Indiana , and Ms. Brown of Florida ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of May as Stroke Awareness Month.

Whereas stroke, also known as a cerebrovascular accident, is an acute neurologic injury that occurs when the blood supply to a part of the brain is interrupted by a clot in the artery or a burst of the artery; Whereas stroke is a medical emergency that can cause permanent neurologic damage or even death if not promptly diagnosed and treated; Whereas in the United States, stroke is now the fifth leading cause of death; Whereas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 person in the United States dies from stroke every 4 minutes; Whereas every year, approximately 795,000 people in the United States have a stroke; Whereas the direct (medical) costs of stroke are $17.5 billion annually and total costs (both medical and lost productivity) are $33.6 billion; Whereas stroke is a leading cause of serious long-term disability; Whereas those disabilities may require ongoing physical, occupational, speech-language and other therapy and surgeries; Whereas the permanent health concerns and treatments resulting from stroke have a considerable impact on children, families, and society; and Whereas May would be an appropriate month to designate as National Stroke Awareness Month: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Stroke Awareness Month; (2) encourages the people of the United States to support the efforts, programs, services, and advocacy of organizations that work to enhance public awareness of stroke; and (3) encourages continued coordination and cooperation between government, researchers, families, and the public to improve treatments and prognoses for individuals who suffer strokes.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 259 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 12, 2015 Mr. Tiberi (for himself and Mr. Neal ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of September 2015 as National Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month .

Whereas a brain aneurysm is an abnormal saccular or fusiform bulging of an artery in the brain; Whereas an estimated 1 out of every 50 people in the United States has a brain aneurysm; Whereas brain aneurysms are most likely to occur in people between the ages of 35 and 60 and there are typically no warning signs; Whereas brain aneurysms are more likely to occur in women than in men by a 3-to-2 ratio; Whereas young and middle aged African-Americans have a higher risk of brain aneurysm rupture compared to Caucasian Americans; Whereas various risk factors can contribute to the formation of a brain aneurysm, including smoking, hypertension, and a family history of brain aneurysms; Whereas approximately 6,000,000 people in the United States have a brain aneurysm; Whereas an unruptured brain aneurysm can lead to double vision, vision loss, loss of sensation, weakness, loss of balance, incoordination, and speech problems; Whereas a brain aneurysm is often discovered when it ruptures and causes a subarachnoid hemorrhage; Whereas a subarachnoid hemorrhage can lead to brain damage, hydrocephalus, stroke, and death; Whereas each year, more than 30,000 people in the United States suffer from ruptured brain aneurysms and 40 percent of these people die as a result; Whereas annually, between 3,000 and 4,500 people in the United States with ruptured brain aneurysms die before reaching the hospital; Whereas a number of advancements have been made in recent years regarding the detection of aneurysms, including the computerized tomography (CT) scan, the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) test, and the cerebral arteriogram, and early detection can save lives; Whereas various research studies are currently being conducted in the United States in order to better understand, prevent, and treat brain aneurysms; and Whereas the month of September would be an appropriate month to designate as National Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month ; and (2) continues to support research to prevent, detect, and treat brain aneurysms.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 264 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 14, 2015 Ms. Norton submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources RESOLUTION Expressing support for Lunchtime Music on the Mall in the Nation’s capital to benefit the District of Columbia and regional residents as well as visitors and honor the public service of the performers and partners.

Whereas the National Mall Revitalization and Designation Act seeks to enliven the National Mall for residents and visitors; Whereas the National Park Service, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, the Smithsonian Institution, the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, and the DC Department of Parks and Recreation have now each agreed to be a partner and producer of the 2015 Lunchtime Music on the Mall every Tuesday and Thursday from noon until 1:00 p.m. during the summer months; Whereas the National Mall is a national and DC tourist attraction; Whereas many Federal and other office workers work downtown and in the vicinity of the National Mall; Whereas the National Mall is a national treasure, supported by United States taxpayers to provide a unique park space with potential for a variety of outdoor enjoyment; Whereas many excellent amateur and professional musicians reside in the District of Columbia and the national capital region; Whereas the National Mall provides a natural stage for the display of city and regional talent; Whereas the National Park Service has made available a central location frequented by visitors and commuters alike for Lunchtime Music on the Mall; Whereas Lunchtime Music on the Mall offers benefits to many of the 20,000,000 visitors annually to Washington, DC; and Whereas 2015 is the fourth season for Lunchtime Music on the Mall: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the House recognizes and commends— (1) Lunchtime Music on the Mall as an enhancement to urban life and musical culture in the Nation’s capital and to appreciation of the National Mall; (2) local performers that bringing their talents to Lunchtime Music on the Mall; and (3) the National Park Service, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, the Smithsonian Institution, the DC Department of Parks and Recreation, and the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities for their public service in providing live music performances at no charge to the public.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 266 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 15, 2015 Mr. Reichert submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Expressing support for the Nation’s law enforcement officers.

Whereas law enforcement officers, including police officers, corrections officers, customs officers, State troopers, special agents, criminal investigators, tribal officers, military police officers, immigration officers, court bailiffs, probation officers, arson investigators, auxiliary officers, sheriffs, marshals, and deputies make substantial contributions to the Nation and the communities in which they serve; Whereas law enforcement officers are recognized for their public service to all, knowing they may face extremely dangerous situations while carrying out their duties; Whereas law enforcement officers are recognized for the difficult careers they have chosen; Whereas the safety and well-being of all Americans depend upon the law enforcement officers who protect and serve their communities in a professional manner: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) celebrates the dedication and contributions that law enforcement officers, including police officers, corrections officers, customs officers, State troopers, special agents, criminal investigators, tribal officers, military police officers, immigration officers, court bailiffs, probation officers, arson investigators, auxiliary officers, sheriffs, marshals, and deputies make every day across the Nation; and (2) encourages support for law enforcement officers nationwide and calls upon the people of the United States to express their support for law enforcement with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 268 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 15, 2015 Mr. David Scott of Georgia (for himself, Ms. Edwards , and Ms. Fudge ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of July 2015 as Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month.

Whereas fibroids may cause significant morbidity through their presence in the uterus and pelvic cavity causing significant pelvic pain, abnormal uterine bleeding, reproductive dysfunction, miscarriages, and even infertility; Whereas the pain, discomfort, stress, and other physical and emotional symptoms of living with fibroids may significantly interfere with a woman’s quality of life, compromising her ability to function normally, work or care for her family; and may lead to more severe health and wellness issues; Whereas uterine fibroids are the most prevalent medical condition affecting women, with an estimated 30 percent of women developing a uterine fibroid by age 35, and 80 percent of women developing a uterine fibroid by age 50; Whereas the exact number of affected women is unknown as detection and diagnosis is difficult as only 1 out of 4 women who have a uterine fibroid tumor exhibit symptoms severe enough to require treatment; Whereas the overall incidence of uterine fibroid tumors is estimated to disproportionately and more severely impact Black and Hispanic women, resulting in an incidence rate that is 3 times greater in women with Black ancestry and 2 times greater in Hispanic women compared to Caucasian women; Whereas a hysterectomy, or removal of the uterus, is among the most common surgical treatments for uterine fibroids and more than 200,000 hysterectomies are performed each year to treat uterine fibroids, at an estimated annual cost of more than $2 billion; Whereas uterine fibroid tumors were estimated to cost the United States $5.9 billion to $34.4 billion annually with an estimated annual lost work cost of $1.6 billion to $17.2 billion through absenteeism and short-term disability in women age 25 to 54; and Whereas public awareness and education campaigns on uterine fibroids prevention, screening, and symptoms are held during the month of July each year: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideas of Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month; (2) recognizes the disparity in incidence rates of African-American and Hispanic uterine fibroid patients; (3) recognizes the need for greater research, treatment, and care options regarding uterine leiomyoma; and (4) encourages the President to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate awareness and educational activities.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 272 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 19, 2015 RESOLUTION

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Financial Services: Mr. Emmer of Minnesota. Committee on Foreign Affairs: Mr. Donovan. Committee on Homeland Security: Mr. Donovan.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 274 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 21, 2015 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1335) to amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to provide flexibility for fishery managers and stability for fishermen, 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. 1335) to amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to provide flexibility for fishery managers and stability for fishermen, 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 Natural Resources. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Natural Resources now printed in the bill, it shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 114–16. That amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be considered as read. All points of order against that amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. No amendment to that amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, may be withdrawn by the proponent at any time before action thereon, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments are waived. At the conclusion of consideration of the bill for amendment the Committee shall rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted. Any Member may demand a separate vote in the House on any amendment adopted in the Committee of the Whole to the bill or to the amendment in the nature of a substitute made in order as original text. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 35 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 274 [Report No. 114–128] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 19, 2015 Mr. Byrne , 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. 1335) to amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to provide flexibility for fishery managers and stability for fishermen, 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. 1335) to amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to provide flexibility for fishery managers and stability for fishermen, 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 Natural Resources. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Natural Resources now printed in the bill, it shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 114-16. That amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be considered as read. All points of order against that amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. No amendment to that amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, may be withdrawn by the proponent at any time before action thereon, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments are waived. At the conclusion of consideration of the bill for amendment the Committee shall rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted. Any Member may demand a separate vote in the House on any amendment adopted in the Committee of the Whole to the bill or to the amendment in the nature of a substitute made in order as original text. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

May 19, 2015 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 276 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 19, 2015 Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney of New York (for herself and Mrs. Blackburn ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Honoring the National Association of Women Business Owners on its 40th anniversary.

Whereas women-owned businesses are one of the fastest-growing segments of the United States economy; Whereas 13,600,000 firms are 50 percent or more owned by women, and these businesses employ nearly 15,900,000 people and generate $2,700,000,000,000 in revenue as of 2013; Whereas empowering more women entrepreneurs and business owners is important to the Nation’s economic future; Whereas the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) was established in 1975 by a group of like-minded businesswomen to serve as the collective voice of women business owners across the country and advocate on behalf of their entrepreneurial interests; Whereas NAWBO’s roots are in public policy, and NAWBO played an integral role in the passage of H.R. 5050, the Women’s Business Ownership Act of 1988; Whereas NAWBO remains focused on collaborating to create a business-friendly environment at the national, State, and local levels to enable women to start and grow their businesses and create jobs; and Whereas NAWBO represents a diverse universe of women business owners across an array of sectors in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives commends the National Association of Women Business Owners for its tireless efforts and decades of support of women entrepreneurs and business owners and congratulates the National Association of Women Business Owners on its 40th anniversary.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 277 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 19, 2015 Mr. Schweikert (for himself and Mr. Hastings ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Honoring the Tunisian People for their democratic transition.

Whereas the bilateral relationship between the United States and Tunisia dates back to 1795; Whereas the United States was the first major power to recognize Tunisian sovereignty following Tunisia’s independence from France in 1956; Whereas the United States and Tunisia share many core values, including respect for human rights and the rule of law; Whereas on December 17, 2010, a popular revolution began in the Tunisian city of Sidi Bouzid that would inspire the Arab Spring ; Whereas the people of Tunisia and their freely elected representatives work diligently to secure Tunisia as a beacon for those dedicated to the rule of law and democracy in a region fraught with forces that oppose such goals; Whereas Tunisia is the only Arab nation to have successfully transitioned from authoritarian rule to democracy; Whereas, on January 26, 2014, Tunisia’s National Constituent Assembly adopted a new constitution; and Whereas, on December 31, 2014, Beji Caid Essebsi was sworn into office as Tunisia’s first freely elected President: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) commends the people of Tunisia for their commitment to democracy, the rule of law, and free and fair elections; (2) commends the Government of Tunisia for holding successful legislative elections on October 26, 2014; (3) commends the Government of Tunisia for holding the successful first round of their Presidential election on November 23, 2014, and for the peaceful and fair completion of the Presidential election on December 21, 2014; (4) encourages all political parties in Tunisia to continue to work together as they endeavor to realize the standards of transparency, inclusiveness, and equality established in the Tunisian Constitution; (5) recognizes Tunisia’s legislative and Presidential elections as an example of a peaceful, democratic transition of power for other nations throughout the region to follow; (6) affirms the United States commitment to strengthening our bilateral relationship with Tunisia; and (7) calls on the President of the United States to advance the United States–Tunisia relationship, through our shared values and interests, by engaging in a Strategic Partnership.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 279 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 20, 2015 Mr. Grayson (for himself, Mr. Israel , Mr. Rush , and Mr. Lipinski ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Urging respect for freedom of expression and human rights in Turkey.

Whereas Turkey is a constitutional, secular state with an ethnically, religiously, and culturally diverse population; Whereas Turkey has long been a modern democracy, an Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) participating State, and a major North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) ally to the United States; Whereas respect for universal human rights, especially freedom of expression, is essential to maintain a democratic, open society; Whereas prominent human rights monitors, including the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor, the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, Freedom House, and Human Rights Watch, have expressed concern about the erosion of freedom of expression under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the Justice and Development Party (AKP); Whereas the Government of Turkey has increasingly conducted widespread intimidation and manipulation of media, private companies, and other civil society actors through a number of means, including active interference in their operations and regulatory action to compel government-friendly outcomes; Whereas, in recent years, criminal prosecution or intimidation based on overly broad terrorism laws and other measures taken by authorities in Turkey have been widely criticized as ideologically driven and unusually severe; Whereas several members of independent media groups in Turkey have been arrested on questionable charges; Whereas following protests in late 2013 and early 2014, authorities in Turkey banned Twitter and YouTube for two weeks until the Constitutional Court of Turkey overturned the ban; and Whereas, on April 6, 2015, Turkey again blocked access to Twitter and YouTube for several hours and threatened to ban Google: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) calls on the Government of Turkey to immediately lift restrictions on freedom of expression, including expression online or in social media; (2) urges the Government of Turkey to fully respect universal human rights consistent with its OSCE commitments; and (3) reaffirms the United States long-standing partnership and friendship with the people of Turkey.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 287 In the House of Representatives, U. S., June 2, 2015 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2577) making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2578) making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, and for other purposes.

That (a) 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 any bill specified in section 2 of this resolution. The first reading of each such bill shall be dispensed with. All points of order against consideration of each such bill are waived. General debate on each such bill shall be confined to that bill and shall not exceed one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations. After general debate each such bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. Points of order against provisions in each such bill for failure to comply with clause 2 of rule XXI are waived. (b) During consideration of each such bill for amendment— (1) each amendment, other than amendments provided for in paragraph (2), shall be debatable for 10 minutes equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent and shall not be subject to amendment except as provided in paragraph (2); (2) no pro forma amendment shall be in order except that the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations or their respective designees may offer up to 10 pro forma amendments each at any point for the purpose of debate; and (3) the chair of the Committee of the Whole may accord priority in recognition on the basis of whether the Member offering an amendment has caused it to be printed in the portion of the Congressional Record designated for that purpose in clause 8 of rule XVIII. Amendments so printed shall be considered as read. (c) When the committee rises and reports any such bill back to the House with a recommendation that the bill do pass, the previous question shall be considered as ordered on that bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions. 2. The bills referred to in the first section of this resolution are as follows: (a) The bill (H.R. 2577) making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, and for other purposes. (b) The bill (H.R. 2578) making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, and for other purposes.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 289 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 2, 2015 Mr. Lowenthal (for himself, Mr. Thompson of California , Ms. Esty , and Mrs. Capps ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary , and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that gun violence is a public health issue and Congress should enact by the end of the 114th Congress comprehensive Federal legislation that protects the Second Amendment and keeps communities safe and healthy, including expanding enforceable background checks for all commercial gun sales, improving the mental health system in the United States, and making gun trafficking and straw purchasing a Federal crime.

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) gun violence is a public health issue; and (2) Congress should enact by the end of the 114th Congress comprehensive Federal legislation that protects the Second Amendment and keeps communities safe and healthy, including expanding enforceable background checks for all commercial gun sales, improving the mental health system in the United States, and making gun trafficking and straw purchasing a Federal crime.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 292 In the House of Representatives, U. S., June 10, 2015 RESOLUTION Permitting official photographs of the House of Representatives to be taken while the House is in actual session on a date designated by the Speaker.

That on such date as the Speaker of the House of Representatives may designate, official photographs of the House may be taken while the House is in actual session. Payment for the costs associated with taking, preparing, and distributing such photographs may be made from the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 114th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 292 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 3, 2015 Mrs. Miller of Michigan submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration RESOLUTION Permitting official photographs of the House of Representatives to be taken while the House is in actual session on a date designated by the Speaker.

That on such date as the Speaker of the House of Representatives may designate, official photographs of the House may be taken while the House is in actual session. Payment for the costs associated with taking, preparing, and distributing such photographs may be made from the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives.