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IV House Calendar No. 87 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 594 [Report No. 114–411] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 1, 2016 Mr. Stivers , 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. 3700) to provide housing opportunities in the United States through modernization of various housing programs, 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. 3700) to provide housing opportunities in the United States through modernization of various housing programs, 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 Financial Services. 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 Financial Services 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 114-42. 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, 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.

February 1, 2016 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 596 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 2, 2016 Mr. Brady of Pennsylvania submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Recognizing the 146th anniversary of the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution of the United States.

Whereas February 3, 2016, is the 146th anniversary of the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution of the United States; Whereas the 15th amendment prohibits the government from denying a citizen the right to vote based on race; and Whereas it is important to continue to ensure the ability of all United States citizens to participate fully in the electoral process: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the 146th anniversary of the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution of the United States; and (2) acknowledges the significance of the 15th amendment and continues to support its goals and ideals.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 601 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 3, 2016 Mr. Brady of Pennsylvania (for himself, Mr. Hastings , Mrs. Watson Coleman , Mr. Van Hollen , Mr. Jeffries , Ms. Norton , Ms. Judy Chu of California , Mr. Delaney , Mr. Costa , Ms. Eddie Bernice Johnson of Texas , Mr. Hinojosa , Mr. Butterfield , Ms. Slaughter , Mr. Fattah , Ms. Jackson Lee , Mr. Johnson of Georgia , Mrs. Lawrence , Mrs. Love , Ms. Titus , Ms. Lee , Ms. Moore , Mr. Rush , Mr. David Scott of Georgia , Mr. Takai , Mr. Michael F. Doyle of Pennsylvania , Mr. Grayson , Mr. Thompson of Mississippi , Mrs. Beatty , Mr. Larson of Connecticut , Mrs. Napolitano , Mr. Brendan F. Boyle of Pennsylvania , Mr. Smith of Washington , Mr. Clawson of Florida , Mr. Lewis , Ms. Lofgren , Mr. Foster , Ms. Fudge , Mr. Sean Patrick Maloney of New York , Mr. Veasey , Mr. Ruiz , Mr. Peters , Mr. Ellison , Mr. McNerney , Mr. Richmond , and Mr. Al Green of Texas ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Recognizing the 146th anniversary of the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution of the United States.

Whereas February 3, 2016, is the 146th anniversary of the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution of the United States; Whereas the 15th amendment prohibits the government from denying a citizen the right to vote based on race; and Whereas it is important to continue to ensure the ability of all United States citizens to participate fully in the electoral process: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the 146th anniversary of the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution of the United States; and (2) acknowledges the significance of the 15th amendment and continues to support its goals and ideals.
I 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 602 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 4, 2016 RESOLUTION Electing certain Members to standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on the Budget: Mr. Guinta, to rank immediately after Mr. Stutzman; and Mr. Johnson of Ohio. Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure: Mr. Bost.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 603 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 4, 2016 RESOLUTION Ranking Members of a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, ranked as follows on the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on Small Business: Mr. Takai, after Mrs. Lawrence; and Ms. Adams, after Ms. Clarke of New York.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 605 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 4, 2016 Mr. Foster submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Office of Technology Assessment should be reestablished.

Whereas the Office of Technology Assessment (OTA) was created in 1972 to provide Members of Congress and congressional committees with objective analysis of increasingly complex scientific and technical issues faced by our country; Whereas for over 20 years and 11 sessions of Congress, the OTA produced trustworthy, nonpartisan technical reports on issues as far ranging as nuclear arms control, electronic health records, and oil and shale technologies; Whereas the expertise provided by the OTA saved taxpayers billions of dollars by identifying cost-effective areas for future investment and avoiding wasting money on technologies and policies that did not and could not work; Whereas the OTA contributed to the security and economic growth of our Nation by providing timely and forward looking analysis of technological threats and opportunities; Whereas it is frequently necessary for Members of Congress to make informed policy decisions about rapidly changing technologies that are often outside their technical areas of expertise; Whereas in the 20 years since Congress has suspended appropriations for the OTA, the United States has missed significant opportunities for reallocating Federal spending to better align with current and future technological reality; and Whereas 90 organizations came together to call for the OTA to be funded once again by Congress: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the legislative process would greatly benefit from once again having an office dedicated to giving nonpartisan, technical advice to Congress; (2) the Office of Technology Assessment represents a cost-effective improvement to the governance of our country; and (3) funding should be restored to the Office of Technology Assessment.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 606 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 4, 2016 Mr. Israel (for himself, Mr. Higgins , Mr. Grijalva , Ms. Speier , Mr. Nolan , Mr. Levin , Mr. Dent , Ms. McCollum , Ms. Lee , Mr. Rangel , Ms. Bordallo , Mrs. Dingell , Ms. Slaughter , Mr. Van Hollen , Mr. Connolly , Mr. Cooper , Mr. Cicilline , and Mr. McGovern ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of February 4, 2016, as National Cancer Prevention Day.

Whereas National Cancer Prevention Day is a day to remind us that when looking at cancer we need to look at prevention and reducing risks for human health and the environment; Whereas when we work to prevent cancer risks, it impacts human health, the environment, and the economy; Whereas cancer is one of the leading causes of death around the world and has touched the lives of nearly everyone, either directly or indirectly; Whereas the disease is the cause of nearly 1 out of every 4 deaths in the United States; Whereas by the end of 2016, approximately 1,685,210 new cases are expected to be diagnosed across the United States; Whereas more than 1,600 cancer-related deaths per day are expected throughout the year for a total of approximately 595,690; and Whereas February 4, 2016, would be an appropriate date to designate as Cancer Prevention Day: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Cancer Prevention Day; (2) recognizes all efforts to raise awareness for the reduction of cancer risks; and (3) recognizes the devastating effect cancer has on families and wishes to expand knowledge, encourage early detection, and work with friends in the medical and scientific fields to put an end to this deadly disease.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 607 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 4, 2016 Mr. Ross submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Condemning and censuring President Barack Obama.

Whereas President Barack Obama continues to operate outside of the rule of law and the authority granted to him by the Constitution of the United States; Whereas President Barack Obama is circumventing the intent of Congress and the bipartisan Visa Waiver Program Improvement and Terrorist Travel Prevention Act of 2015 that was explicitly designed to protect our country and citizens from radical Islamic terrorism, and which he signed into law as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016; and Whereas the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016 passed in the House of Representatives with a bipartisan vote of 316–113: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives does hereby condemn and censure President Barack Obama.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 608 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 8, 2016 Ms. Meng (for herself, Mr. Ted Lieu of California , Mr. Al Green of Texas , Ms. Lee , Ms. Judy Chu of California , Ms. Duckworth , Ms. Velázquez , Mr. Schiff , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Takano , Ms. Bordallo , Mr. Honda , and Mr. Peters ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2016.

Whereas Lunar New Year begins on the second new moon following the winter solstice, or the first day of the new year according to the lunisolar calendar, and extends until the full moon 15 days later; Whereas the 15th day of the new year, according to the lunisolar calendar, is called the Lantern Festival; Whereas Lunar New Year is often referred to as Spring Festival in various Asian countries; Whereas many religious and ethnic communities use lunar-based calendars; Whereas Lunar New Year began in China more than 4,000 years ago and is widely celebrated in East and Southeast Asia; Whereas the Asian diaspora has expanded the Lunar New Year celebration into an annual worldwide event; Whereas Lunar New Year is celebrated by millions of Asian Americans, and by many non-Asian Americans, in the United States; Whereas Lunar New Year is celebrated with community activities and cultural performances; Whereas participants celebrating Lunar New Year travel to spend the holiday reuniting with family and friends; and Whereas Lunar New Year is traditionally a time to wish upon others good fortune, health, prosperity, and happiness: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year; (2) in observance of this Lunar New Year, the Year of the Monkey, expresses its deepest respect for Asian Americans and all individuals throughout the world who celebrate this significant occasion; and (3) wishes Asian Americans and all individuals who observe this holiday a happy and prosperous new year.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 610 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 9, 2016 Mrs. Beatty (for herself, Mr. Bishop of Georgia , Mrs. Watson Coleman , Mr. Clay , Ms. Adams , Ms. Norton , Ms. Edwards , Ms. Lee , Mr. Hastings , Mr. David Scott of Georgia , Mr. Ryan of Ohio , Ms. Eddie Bernice Johnson of Texas , Ms. Moore , Mr. Yarmuth , Mr. Rush , Mr. Butterfield , Mr. Rangel , Mr. Ashford , Ms. Plaskett , Mr. Meeks , Mr. Cleaver , Ms. Fudge , Mr. Levin , Mr. Hinojosa , Ms. Brown of Florida , Ms. Kaptur , Ms. Jackson Lee , Mr. Capuano , Mr. Cohen , Mr. Grayson , Mr. Sean Patrick Maloney of New York , Mr. Jeffries , Mr. Larson of Connecticut , Mr. Conyers , Mr. Honda , Mr. Blumenauer , Mr. Serrano , Mr. Van Hollen , and Mr. Stivers ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of Black History Month and honoring the outstanding contributions of African-American Medal of Honor recipients.

Whereas the Medal of Honor is the highest award for personal acts of valor in action above the call of duty against an enemy force which can be bestowed upon an individual serving in the United States Armed Forces; Whereas since its first presentation in 1863, 3,496 members of the United States Armed Forces have received the Medal of Honor with just less than half being awarded for actions during the Civil War; Whereas African-American servicemembers have played vital roles in military operations throughout the history of the Nation; Whereas 88 African-Americans have been awarded the Medal of Honor for military valor; Whereas William Harvey Carney, a member of the 54th Massachusetts Colored Infantry’s C Company and the first African-American to earn the Medal of Honor after he risked his own life to save the American flag and return it from the front lines of battle, despite being wounded several times as Confederate troops charged; Whereas William Harvey Carney was not presented with the Medal of Honor until nearly 37 years after his acts of bravery; Whereas in 1993, a study commissioned by the United States Army described systematic racial discrimination in the criteria for awarding medals during World War II; Whereas after an exhaustive review, the study recommended seven African-American World War II veterans be awarded the Medal of Honor; and Whereas African-American men and women who today serve in the United States Armed Forces play a critical role in the defense and security of the Nation: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes Black History Month as an important time to acknowledge and reflect on the significant contributions of African-Americans in the Nation's history; and (2) honors the outstanding contributions of African-American servicemembers, including the 88 African-Americans who have been awarded the Medal of Honor for military bravery, heroism, and valor.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 612 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 11, 2016 Mr. Huffman (for himself, Ms. Speier , Mr. Honda , Ms. Linda T. Sánchez of California , Ms. Jackson Lee , Mr. Grijalva , and Mr. Pocan ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of February 12, 2016 as National No One Eats Alone Day .

Whereas social isolation in its many forms is far too prevalent in our schools and communities; Whereas one in four students in America experiences some form of bullying; Whereas bullying includes harassment that may occur in the workplace, at schools, in families, in social settings, and online; Whereas feeling socially isolated at school negatively affects the mental health, physical health, and academic outcomes of adolescents; Whereas the health effects of social isolation include poor self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts and actions, increased risk of substance abuse, and higher risk of poor physical health and increased mortality; Whereas social isolation, which often underlies bullying, is a more insidious and harder to identify phenomenon, which is pervasively experienced by many students regardless of where they are on the social spectrum; Whereas the national recognized organization Beyond Differences empowers students through peer-to-peer student leadership to help all children in middle school and high school feel accepted, respected, and included; Whereas Beyond Differences’ National No One Eats Alone Day is a fine example of students making a difference on their own school campus by making sure that everyone is included at lunch; Whereas in 2015, over 400,000 middle school students in over 700 schools in 38 States, participated in No One Eats Alone Day events on their campuses with meaningful and lasting results; and Whereas February 12, 2016, would be an appropriate day to designate as National No One Eats Alone Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National No One Eats Alone Day in order to acknowledge the positive impact ending social isolation can have on fostering community and empowering students; and (2) encourages middle schools across the country to participate in No One Eats Alone events throughout the year.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 614 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 11, 2016 Mr. Perlmutter (for himself, Ms. DeGette , Mr. Polis , Mr. Tipton , Mr. Buck , Mr. Lamborn , and Mr. Coffman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Honoring the Denver Broncos on their victory in Super Bowl 50.

Whereas, on February 7, 2016, the Denver Broncos beat the Carolina Panthers by a score of 24 to 10 becoming the National Football League's (NFL) Super Bowl 50 Champions at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California; Whereas the victory by the Denver Broncos was the culmination of a regular season with 12 wins and 4 losses and a series of dominating playoff performances; Whereas the Denver Broncos Defense allowed only 4 touchdowns in the playoffs against the first, third, and fourth ranked offenses; Whereas the Super Bowl 50 victory is the third Super Bowl Championship for the Denver Broncos; Whereas the Broncos appeared in their NFL record-tying eighth Super Bowl; Whereas Peyton Manning became the oldest Super Bowl-winning quarterback in NFL history, surpassing the Denver Broncos’ John Elway; Whereas defensive outside linebacker Von Miller recorded 6 tackles, 2 ½ sacks, 2 quarterback hits, a pass defended, and 2 forced fumbles leading the Denver Broncos to their third Super Bowl victory and earning the Super Bowl Most Valuable Player award; Whereas Head Coach Gary Kubiak, Coordinators Wade Phillips and Rick Dennison, and the staff of the Denver Broncos created successful game plans throughout the 2015 season; Whereas General Manager John Elway, VP Joe Ellis, and the entire Broncos front office spent the off season building and supporting the championship team; Whereas Broncos owner Pat Bowlen and the entire Bowlen family have built a team and contributed immensely to the Colorado community; and Whereas the Super Bowl Champion Denver Broncos are the pride of fans all over the State of Colorado, the Rocky Mountain West, and the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives honors the Denver Broncos on their Super Bowl 50 victory.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 615 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 23, 2016 Mr. Forbes submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Expressing support for the Senate regarding the importance of selecting a Supreme Court Justice, and urging the Senate to only consider a nominee who will uphold the integrity of the Constitution in judicial decisions.

Whereas the sudden and tragic death of Justice Antonin Scalia on February 13, 2016, has left a vacancy on the Supreme Court of the United States; Whereas the Supreme Court is vested by article III of the United States Constitution with the judicial power of the United States, extending to all cases arising under the Constitution, the laws of the United States, and Treaties; Whereas the appointment of Justices to the Supreme Court under article II, section 2, clause 2 of the Constitution, is a constitutional duty dually shared by the President and by the United States Senate; Whereas though it is the President’s duty under the Constitution to nominate appointees to the Supreme Court, the President is not entitled to deference on the confirmation of those nominees; Whereas the Senate shares with the President an equal duty in reviewing and approving nominees to the Federal judiciary who will uphold the integrity and structure of the Constitution and the laws of the United States with consistency and integrity; and Whereas it is of the utmost importance that the vacancy that is left by Justice Scalia be filled with an individual who will uphold the Constitution, free from political bias or ideology: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the Senate in its constitutional duty to vet and approve any nominee to the Supreme Court put forward by the President; and (2) urges that the Senate only consider a nominee who has demonstrated a faithful adherence to the limits placed on judicial power by the Constitution.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 617 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 23, 2016 Mr. Duncan of South Carolina submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules , and in addition to the Committee on House Administration , 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 Providing for authority to initiate litigation for actions by the President or other executive branch officials inconsistent with their duties under the Constitution of the United States with respect to the unlawful transfer of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

That the Speaker is authorized to initiate or intervene in one or more civil actions on behalf of the House of Representatives in a Federal court of competent jurisdiction to seek any appropriate relief regarding the failure of the President, the head of any department or agency, or any other officer or employee of the executive branch, to act in a manner consistent with that official's duties under the Constitution and laws of the United States with respect to the transfer of any individual detained at Guantanamo (as such term is defined in section 1034(f)(2) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 ( Public Law 114–92 )) in violation of section 1031, 1033, or 1034 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 ( Public Law 114–92 ) or of an appropriations Act. The phrase appropriate relief includes but is not limited to all forms of equitable relief, including a declaratory judgment action to determine the meaning of laws and whether they are being obeyed or disobeyed, and a writ of mandamus, temporary restraining order, preliminary injunction, permanent injunction, and such other relief as is necessary to compel obedience to law. 2. The Speaker shall notify the House of Representatives of a decision to initiate or intervene in any civil action pursuant to this resolution. 3. (a) The Office of the General Counsel of the House of Representatives, at the direction of the Speaker, shall represent the House in any civil action initiated, or in which the House intervenes, pursuant to this resolution, and may employ the services of outside counsel and other experts for this purpose. (b) The chair of the Committee on House Administration shall cause to be printed in the Congressional Record a statement setting forth the aggregate amounts expended by the Office of General Counsel on outside counsel and other experts pursuant to subsection (a) on a quarterly basis. Such statement shall be submitted for printing not more than 30 days after the expiration of each such period.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 618 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 24, 2016 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3624) to amend title 28, United States Code, to prevent fraudulent joinder.

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. 3624) to amend title 28, United States Code, to prevent fraudulent joinder. The first reading of the bill shall be dispensed with. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. General debate shall be confined to the bill and shall not exceed one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on the Judiciary now printed in the bill. The committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be considered as read. All points of order against the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. No amendment to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments are waived. At the conclusion of consideration of the bill for amendment the Committee shall rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted. Any Member may demand a separate vote in the House on any amendment adopted in the Committee of the Whole to the bill or to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 91 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 618 [Report No. 114–428] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 23, 2016 Mr. Collins of Georgia , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3624) to amend title 28, United States Code, to prevent fraudulent joinder.

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. 3624) to amend title 28, United States Code, to prevent fraudulent joinder. The first reading of the bill shall be dispensed with. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. General debate shall be confined to the bill and shall not exceed one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on the Judiciary now printed in the bill. The committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be considered as read. All points of order against the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. No amendment to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments are waived. At the conclusion of consideration of the bill for amendment the Committee shall rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted. Any Member may demand a separate vote in the House on any amendment adopted in the Committee of the Whole to the bill or to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

February 23, 2016 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 619 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 25, 2016 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2406) to protect and enhance opportunities for recreational hunting, fishing, and shooting, 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. 2406) to protect and enhance opportunities for recreational hunting, fishing, and shooting, 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. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Natural Resources now printed in the bill. The committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be considered as read. All points of order against the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. No amendment to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments are waived. At the conclusion of consideration of the bill for amendment the Committee shall rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted. Any Member may demand a separate vote in the House on any amendment adopted in the Committee of the Whole to the bill or to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 92 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 619 [Report No. 114–429] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 23, 2016 Mr. Newhouse , 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. 2406) to protect and enhance opportunities for recreational hunting, fishing, and shooting, 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. 2406) to protect and enhance opportunities for recreational hunting, fishing, and shooting, 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. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Natural Resources now printed in the bill. The committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be considered as read. All points of order against the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. No amendment to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments are waived. At the conclusion of consideration of the bill for amendment the Committee shall rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted. Any Member may demand a separate vote in the House on any amendment adopted in the Committee of the Whole to the bill or to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

February 23, 2016 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 620 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 23, 2016 RESOLUTION

That the House has heard with profound sorrow of the death of the Honorable Antonin Scalia, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. That the House tenders its deep sympathy to the members of the family of the late Associate Justice in their bereavement. That the Clerk communicate these resolutions to the Senate and to the Supreme Court and transmit a copy of the same to the family of the late Associate Justice. That when the House adjourns today, it adjourn as a further mark of respect to the memory of the late Associate Justice.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 621 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 23, 2016 Mr. Carter of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the future of the Supreme Court.

Whereas the Administration of President Barack Obama has been one of the most divisive Presidencies in American history; Whereas the election of 2016 will be a historic election that will shape the future for generations to come; Whereas Justice Antonin Scalia was a critical force on the United States Supreme Court in defending the Constitution; Whereas the Founding Fathers endowed the Supreme Court with power to strictly interpret the law within the bounds of the Constitution, never intending for Judges to write, change, or create laws; and Whereas the Founding Fathers established a series of checks and balances with the spirit and understanding that a limited government is the best form of governance: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses its firm disapproval of the confirmation of any liberal Justices to the United States Supreme Court nominated by President Barack Obama; and (2) urges the Senate to hold any nomination to the United States Supreme Court until the American people have a chance to speak in the next Presidential election.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 622 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 23, 2016 Mr. Rodney Davis of Illinois (for himself and Mrs. Davis of California ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Encouraging people in the United States to recognize March 2, 2016, as Read Across America Day.

Whereas reading is a basic requirement for quality education and professional success, and is a source of pleasure throughout life; Whereas the people of the United States must be able to read if the United States is to remain competitive in the global economy; Whereas Congress has placed great emphasis on reading intervention and providing additional resources for reading assistance, including through the programs authorized by the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 6301 et seq. ) and through annual appropriations for library and literacy programs; and Whereas more than 50 national organizations concerned about reading and education have joined with the National Education Association (NEA) to use March 2 to celebrate reading and the birth of Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) honors Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss, for his success in encouraging children to discover the joy of reading; (2) honors the 18th anniversary of Read Across America Day; (3) encourages parents to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day in honor of the commitment of the House of Representatives to building a Nation of readers; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to observe Read Across America Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 624 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 24, 2016 Mr. Van Hollen submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Directing the Committee on the Budget to hold a public hearing on the President’s fiscal year 2017 budget request with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget as a witness.

Whereas the Committee on the Budget has held a hearing on the President’s budget request every year for 40 years; Whereas the Committee on the Budget has postponed the markup of the fiscal year 2017 Republican budget resolution; and Whereas the Committee on the Budget has ample time to hold a hearing on the President’s fiscal year 2017 budget request: Now, therefore, be it

That the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives shall hold a public hearing on the President’s fiscal year 2017 budget request with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget as a witness.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 625 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 25, 2016 Mr. Fitzpatrick (for himself, Mr. Sessions , Ms. Ros-Lehtinen , and Mr. LaMalfa ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce , and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of February 28, 2016, as National Rare Eye Disease Awareness Day .

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of “National Rare Eye Disease Awareness Day” to raise awareness to the needs of blind individuals; and (2) provides awareness for the need of accessible materials for blind students for high school and college, the need to increase funding for research, and promotes access to genetic testing.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 628 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 29, 2016 Mr. Richmond submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the African-Americans who duly won election to the House during the post-Civil War Reconstruction Era but were wrongly denied the right to take their seats should be recognized as former Members of the House.

Whereas during the post-Civil War Reconstruction Era, many African-Americans won election to the House of Representatives but were wrongly denied the right to serve as Members; Whereas James Lewis of Louisiana, who won an election in 1869, was denied his seat in the House when his credentials were challenged; Whereas John Willis Menard of Louisiana, who also won an election in 1869, was denied his seat in the House on the basis of a challenge by the individual he defeated; Whereas Pinckney B.S. Pinchback of Louisiana, who had been elected previously to the House, conceded his seat in the House on the assumption that he would be seated in the Senate, but was denied his seat by the Democratic majority; and Whereas Josiah Thomas Walls of Florida, who had been elected previously to the House, won an election in 1874 but was denied his seat in the House on the basis of a challenge by the individual he defeated, a former colonel in the Confederate army: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) James Lewis, John Willis Menard, Pinckney B.S. Pinchback, and Josiah Thomas Walls duly won election to the House during the post-Civil War Reconstruction Era; (2) these individuals were wrongly denied the right to take their seats as Members of the House; and (3) these individuals should be recognized as former Members of the House.
IV 114th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 630 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 1, 2016 Mr. Payne (for himself, Mr. Rodney Davis of Illinois , Ms. McCollum , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Mr. Lance , and Mr. Dent ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of March 2016, as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

Whereas colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among men and women combined in the United States; Whereas this year, more than 130,000 individuals in the United States will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer and approximately 50,000 more will die from it; Whereas colorectal cancer is one of the most highly preventable forms of cancer because screening tests can find polyps that can be removed before becoming cancerous; Whereas screening tests can detect colorectal cancer early, when treatment works best; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that if every individual aged 50 or older had regular screening tests, as many as 60 percent of deaths from colorectal cancer could be prevented; Whereas the 5-year survival rate for patients with localized colorectal cancer is 90 percent, but only 39 percent of all diagnoses occur at this stage; Whereas colorectal cancer screenings can effectively reduce colorectal cancer incidence and mortality, yet, 1 in 3 adults between the ages of 50 and 75 are not up to date with recommended colorectal cancer screening; Whereas public awareness and education campaigns on colorectal cancer prevention, screening, and symptoms are held during the month of March each year; and Whereas educational efforts can help provide information to the public of methods of prevention and screening, as well as about symptoms for early detection: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate awareness and educational activities.