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IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 654 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES December 7, 2017 Mr. Tonko (for himself and Mr. Lance ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of January 23, 2018, as National Handwriting Day and recognizing the importance of handwriting for cognitive, artistic, and educational benefit.

Whereas John Hancock was a great patriot from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, having served as President of the Continental Congress (1775–1777) and Governor of Massachusetts (1780–1785); Whereas John Hancock was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence in 1776, in a large, prominent signature; Whereas the term John Hancock is now synonymous with a handwritten signature; Whereas the date of Hancock’s birth, January 23, 1737, has been known as National Handwriting Day since 1977, when first promulgated by the Writing Instrument Manufacturers Association; Whereas handwriting is recognized by educators throughout the world as an important component of a child’s education; Whereas research has shown that improved handwriting skills have benefits for cognitive development and motor skills and can lead to improved writing skills and comprehension; Whereas handwriting has been shown to increase neural development and engage areas of the brain associated with language, memory, word recognition, and emotion; Whereas handwriting engages 14 different abilities, including visual focusing, mental attention, organized physical movements, receptive language, inner expressive language, memory recall, concentration with awareness, spatial perception, organization, integration, eye-hand coordination, motor planning, tactile input, and crossing midline; and Whereas handwriting is an important form of individual artistic expression: Now, therefore, be it

That House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Handwriting Day ; and (2) recognizes the importance of handwriting in cognitive, artistic, and educational development.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 655 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES December 11, 2017 Mr. Meeks submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Calling for Congress to investigate allegations of sexual misconduct against President Trump.

Whereas gender inequality in America unfortunately and undeniably persists to this day; Whereas the recent Me Too movement has empowered women who have been the victims of sexual misconduct; Whereas we are at a pivotal time in our Nation’s history to denounce sexual misconduct; Whereas Members of Congress have been accused of sexual misconduct; Whereas allegations against these Members of Congress are being investigated by the Committee on Ethics of the House and the Select Committee on Ethics of the Senate; and Whereas President Donald J. Trump has been accused of sexual misconduct by 13 courageous women: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should investigate the allegations of sexual misconduct which have been made against President Trump, either through an existing committee or a committee established for purposes of investigating these allegations.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 656 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES December 12, 2017 Mr. Bacon (for himself, Mr. Fortenberry , and Mr. Smith of Nebraska ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Honoring the 100th anniversary of Boys Town.

Whereas Father Edward J. Flanagan was an Irish-American Roman Catholic priest assigned to the Diocese of Omaha in 1912; Whereas Father Flanagan was a social reformer who cared deeply for all children, regardless of race or religion, and truly believed his statement, There are no bad boys. There is only bad environment, bad training, bad example, bad thinking. ; Whereas Father Flanagan founded a Home for Boys on December 12, 1917, so that all children, no matter their background, would have a chance to succeed; Whereas, in 1921, Father Flanagan purchased a farm in Douglas County, Nebraska, on the outskirts of Omaha, which became known as the Village of Boys Town; Whereas, by the 1930s, hundreds of boys lived in the Village of Boys Town, Nebraska, which grew to include a school, dormitories, and administration buildings; Whereas Father Flanagan passed away in 1948, but his legacy continued and in the coming decades, Boys Town continued to grow; Whereas, in the 1970s, as girls began coming to Boys Town, the Family Home Program was established and has become the trademark treatment approach of Boys Town; Whereas Boys Town children live in homes and are cared for by married couples known as Family-Teachers, giving the children a stable family life that often they did not have prior to arriving at Boys Town; Whereas, to date, the Boys Town Family Home Program has grown to 96 homes nationwide, serving approximately 36,000 children; Whereas, opening in 1977, the Boys Town National Research Hospital is a leader in treating children with hearing and speech disorders; Whereas Boys Town Hospital helps 60,000 patients who are hearing impaired, visually impaired, or have other related communications disorders each year; Whereas, today, Boys Town has a national footprint in nine locations around the United States; Whereas Boys Town has locations in Nebraska, Iowa, Nevada, Louisiana, South Florida, Central Florida, North Florida, New England, and Washington, DC; Whereas, in 2016, 8,984 children were served across the country through the Boys Town In-Home Family Services program; Whereas, since the inception of Boys Town in 1917, Boys Town has served at least 392,000 children of all backgrounds; and Whereas Boys Town was founded and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) honors the 100th anniversary of Boys Town; and (2) recognizes the work Boys Town does to keep to Father Edward J. Flanagan’s original belief that all children have the right to be valued, to have the basic necessities of life, and to be protected.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 657 In the House of Representatives, U. S., December 13, 2017 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2396) to amend the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act to update the exception for certain annual notices provided by financial institutions, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4015) to improve the quality of proxy advisory firms for the protection of investors and the U.S. economy, and in the public interest, by fostering accountability, transparency, responsiveness, and competition in the proxy advisory firm industry.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 2396) to amend the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act to update the exception for certain annual notices provided by financial institutions. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Financial Services now printed in the bill shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Financial Services; (2) the further amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, if offered by the Member designated in the report, which shall be in order without intervention of any point of order, shall be considered as read, shall be separately debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question; and (3) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. 2. Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 4015) to improve the quality of proxy advisory firms for the protection of investors and the U.S. economy, and in the public interest, by fostering accountability, transparency, responsiveness, and competition in the proxy advisory firm industry. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. An amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115–46 shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Financial Services; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 659 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES December 12, 2017 Mr. Nolan submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish a point of order against legislation that cuts Social Security, Medicare, or Medicaid benefits.

That rule XXI of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: 13. (a) Point of order It shall not be in order to consider any bill, joint resolution, amendment, amendment between the Houses, or conference report that would— (1) result in a reduction of guaranteed benefits scheduled under title II of the Social Security Act; (2) increase either the early or full retirement age for the benefits described in paragraph (1); (3) privatize Social Security; (4) result in a reduction of guaranteed benefits for individuals entitled to, or enrolled for, benefits under the Medicare program under title XVIII of such Act; or (5) result in a reduction of benefits or eligibility for individuals enrolled in, or eligible to receive medical assistance through, a State Medicaid plan or waiver under title XIX of such Act. (b) Waiver Paragraph (a) may be waived or suspended only by an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the Members, duly chosen and sworn. .
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 662 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES December 13, 2017 Mr. Wilson of South Carolina submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Emphasizing disapproval of six anti-Israel United Nations resolutions and reaffirming United States support for the State of Israel and its people.

Whereas the United Nations General Assembly approved six resolutions that are not in the best interests of the State of Israel and its people, and undermine efforts between Israel and the Palestinian Authority to find a peaceful resolution; Whereas the United Nations General Assembly passed resolution A/RES/72/15 (2017), recalling recognition of Israel’s Basic Law , which declares Jerusalem the capital of Israel and a holy place that shall be protected; Whereas the United Nations General Assembly passed resolution A/RES/72/11 (2017), requesting continued resources and efforts for the United Nations Division for Palestinian Rights of the Secretariat, which supports finding a solution to the question of Palestine ; Whereas the United Nations General Assembly passed resolution A/RES/72/12 (2017), recognizing the Palestine Liberation Organization, as well as affirming support for a two-state solution, which may not be in the best interests of the State of Israel; Whereas the United Nations General Assembly passed resolution A/RES/72/13 (2017), recalling recognition of mutual agreements between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization; Whereas the United Nations General Assembly passed resolution A/RES/72/14 (2017), singling out Israeli actions and supporting outcomes that need to be resolved between the parties, not by the United Nations, including East Jerusalem, a historical home for the Israeli people; Whereas the United Nations General Assembly passed resolution A/RES/72/16 (2017), expressing deep concern that Israel has not withdrawn from the Syrian Golan, and stressed the illegality of the Israeli settlement within the Syrian border since 1967; and Whereas the United Nations resolutions share a strong anti-Israel sentiment, and, in some cases, even reverse policies and points of view held by the United Nations for over 50 years: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the dispute between the State of Israel and the Palestinian Authority, but believes the dispute should be settled internally; (2) recognizes the historical aspects of the Israeli-Palestinian Authority relationships, but continues to recognize the State of Israel’s sovereignty to choose its own nation’s capital, which is the city of Jerusalem; (3) reaffirms the strong relationship between the United States and Israel and the strong future of the two countries; (4) recognizes that the State of Israel is the strongest ally to the United States in the Middle East; and (5) affirms its opposition to the recent actions by the United Nations General Assembly.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 663 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES December 13, 2017 Mr. Jones (for himself, Mr. Lynch , and Mr. Massie ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Urging the release of information regarding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks upon the United States.

Whereas tens of thousands of pages of documents relating to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, remain classified by the Federal Government; Whereas the contents of these documents are necessary for a full public understanding of the events and circumstances surrounding the September 11, 2001, attacks upon the United States; Whereas the decision to maintain the classified status of many of these documents prevents the people of the United States from having access to information about the attacks, including the involvement of certain foreign governments; and Whereas the people of the United States and the families of the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks deserve full and public disclosure of the events surrounding the attack: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) documents related to the events of September 11, 2001, should be declassified to the greatest extent possible; and (2) the survivors, the families of the victims, and the people of the United States deserve answers about the events and circumstances surrounding the September 11, 2001, attacks upon the United States.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 664 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES December 13, 2017 Mr. King of New York (for himself, Mr. Lance , Mr. Pascrell , Mr. LoBiondo , Mr. DeSantis , Mr. Sires , Ms. Ros-Lehtinen , Mr. Diaz-Balart , and Mr. Curbelo of Florida ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Calling for the immediate extradition or rendering to the United States of convicted felons William Morales, Joanne Chesimard, and all other fugitives from justice who are receiving safe harbor in Cuba in order to escape prosecution or confinement for criminal offenses committed in the United States.

Whereas William Morales, leader and chief bomb-maker for the terrorist organization FALN, committed numerous terrorist attacks on United States soil, including the bombings of Fraunces Tavern in lower Manhattan in 1975 and the Mobil Oil employment office in New York in 1977, which killed five people and injured over 60 others; Whereas Joanne Chesimard, one of the FBI’s Most Wanted Terrorists was convicted of murdering New Jersey State Trooper Werner Foerster; Whereas more than 70 fugitives from the United States, charged with offenses ranging from hijacking to kidnapping to drug offenses to murder, are believed to be receiving safe harbor in Cuba; Whereas other fugitives from United States justice who are receiving safe harbor in Cuba include Charles Hill, wanted for the killing of a state trooper in New Mexico, and Victor Manuel Gerena, on the FBI’s list of the Ten Most Wanted fugitives for carrying out a brutal robbery of a Wells Fargo armored car in Connecticut; Whereas according to treaties enacted in 1905 and 1926 (33 Stat. 2265, 33 Stat. 2273, and 44 Stat. 2392), the United States has a bilateral extradition treaty with Cuba; Whereas in January 2002, Cuba deported to the United States Jesse James Bell, a United States fugitive wanted on drug charges; Whereas in March 2002, Cuba extradited drug trafficker Luis Hernando Gomez Bustamante to Colombia, and Gomez Bustamante was subsequently extradited to the United States in July 2007 to face drug trafficking charges; and Whereas it is imperative that Cuba abide by its extradition treaty with the United States and immediately extradite or render to the United States those legally indicted or convicted of serious criminal offenses in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) calls for the immediate extradition or rendering to the United States of convicted felon William Morales and all other fugitives from justice who are receiving safe harbor in Cuba in order to escape prosecution or confinement for criminal offenses committed in the United States; (2) urges the international community to continue to press for the immediate extradition or rendering of all fugitives from justice that are receiving safe harbor in Cuba; and (3) calls on the Secretary of State and the Attorney General to continue to press for the immediate extradition or rendering of all fugitives from United States justice so that they may be tried and, if convicted, serve out their sentences.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 666 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES December 15, 2017 Mr. Raskin submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to observe a 60-second moment of silence in the House for those killed by gun violence in the United States on the next legislative day after any such individual dies.

That rule XIV of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: 7. There shall be a 60-second moment of silence in the House for victims of firearm homicide in the United States on the next legislative day after any such individual dies. .
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 667 In the House of Representatives, U. S., December 19, 2017 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 1) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to titles II and V of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2018; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3312) to amend the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act to specify when bank holding companies may be subject to certain enhanced supervision, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 1) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to titles II and V of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2018. All points of order against the conference report and against its consideration are waived. The conference report shall be considered as read. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the conference report to its adoption without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate; and (2) one motion to recommit if applicable. Clause 5(b) of rule XXI shall not apply to the conference report. 2. Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 3312) to amend the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act to specify when bank holding companies may be subject to certain enhanced supervision, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. In lieu of the amendment recommended by the Committee on Financial Services now printed in the bill, an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115–49, modified by the amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Financial Services; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. 3. The requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII for a two-thirds vote to consider a report from the Committee on Rules on the same day it is presented to the House is waived with respect to any resolution reported through the remainder of the first session of the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress. 4. It shall be in order at any time through the remainder of the first session of the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress for the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules as though under clause 1 of rule XV. The Speaker or his designee shall consult with the Minority Leader or her designee on the designation of any matter for consideration pursuant to this section.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 668 In the House of Representatives, U. S., December 20, 2017 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 1) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to titles II and V of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2018.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the bill (H.R. 1) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to titles II and V of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2018, with the Senate amendment thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a motion offered by the chair of the Committee on Ways and Means or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendment. The Senate amendment and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to adoption without intervening motion. Clause 5(b) of rule XXI shall not apply to the motion.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 112 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 668 [Report No. 115–476] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES December 20, 2017 Mr. Sessions , 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 Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 1) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to titles II and V of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2018.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the bill (H.R. 1) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to titles II and V of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2018, with the Senate amendment thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a motion offered by the chair of the Committee on Ways and Means or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendment. The Senate amendment and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to adoption without intervening motion. Clause 5(b) of rule XXI shall not apply to the motion.

December 20, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 669 In the House of Representatives, U. S., December 20, 2017 RESOLUTION Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Member be, and is hereby, elected to the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on the Judiciary: Mrs. Demings.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 671 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES December 21, 2017 Mr. Lamborn (for himself, Mr. Roskam , Mr. DeSantis , Mr. Zeldin , Mr. Duncan of South Carolina , Mr. Cramer , Mr. Norman , Mr. Abraham , Mr. Gohmert , Mr. Jenkins of West Virginia , Mr. Weber of Texas , Mr. Farenthold , Mr. Rokita , Ms. Tenney , Mr. Pittenger , and Mr. Meadows ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing strong disapproval of the adoption of United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/ES–10/L.22, which rejects United States recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.

Whereas Congress overwhelmingly approved the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995 ( Public Law 104–45 ), requiring the relocation of the United States Embassy in Israel to the city of Jerusalem not later than May 31, 1999; Whereas, on December 6, 2017, the President issued a Presidential proclamation recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and directing the Department of State to prepare to move the United States Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem; Whereas, on December 21, 2017, the United Nations General Assembly adopted United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/ES–10/L.22, which rejects United States recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, with 128 countries voting in favor, 9 countries voting against, and 35 countries abstaining; and Whereas the United States is a sovereign country with the right to determine where to establish its embassies and the exercise of this right is also in the national interests and security of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) strongly disapproves of the adoption of United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/ES–10/L.22 on December 21, 2017, which rejects United States recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel; (2) affirms the December 6, 2017, Presidential proclamation recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and directing the Department of State to prepare to move the United States Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem; and (3) urges the President to direct the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the status of United States assistance provided to countries that voted in favor to adopt United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/ES–10/L.22.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 674 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 2, 2018 Ms. Jayapal submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Honoring the life and legacy of Alan Rabinowitz for his immeasurable contributions to the city of Seattle as a leading philanthropist, educator, community organizer, and public servant.

Whereas Alan Rabinowitz was born on January 18, 1927, in New York, New York; Whereas Alan Rabinowitz served in the United States Navy during World War II; Whereas Alan Rabinowitz received his bachelor’s degree in government and philosophy at Yale University, his master’s degree in business administration at Harvard University, and his doctorate degree in urban studies from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Whereas in 1951, Alan Rabinowitz married Andrea Wolf, his lifelong love and partner with whom he raised four children, traveled the world, and worked for social justice; Whereas Alan Rabinowitz left an indelible imprint on the University of Washington as a professor of urban economics, and as chairman of the Department of Urban Planning for more than 14 years; Whereas Alan Rabinowitz authored seven books, including one in 1990 entitled Social Change Philanthropy in America , which was described as the first comprehensive analysis of philanthropy that focuses on improving American society and the environment, particularly for people of color and low-income people; Whereas Alan Rabinowitz led by example as a community organizer, working on economic development projects in Eastern Europe and Native American reservations with his partner, Andrea; Whereas Alan Rabinowitz helped establish and served on the founding boards of numerous organizations that changed the landscape of communities in Seattle and across the country, including the Social Justice Fund Northwest, the Seattle People’s Fund, Potlatch Fund, and Town Hall, and on the boards of the National Network of Grantmakers, the Peppercorn Foundation, and the Burke Museum; Whereas Alan Rabinowitz was instrumental in creating an endowment fund for the Washington chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union, and a strong and early supporter of organizations like OneAmerica; Whereas Alan Rabinowitz passed away on November 29, 2017, in his beloved city of Seattle, Washington, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy of social change; and Whereas Alan Rabinowitz selflessly dedicated his life to building a kinder, more just world for the people: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives honors the life and legacy of Alan Rabinowitz and acknowledges his contributions to economic justice, education, civil rights, social justice, and the arts.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 675 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 3, 2018 Mr. Banks of Indiana (for himself, Mr. Messer , and Mr. Rokita ) submitted the following resolution January 8, 2018 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Condemning the Government of Iran for its violence against demonstrators and calling for peaceful resolution to the concerns of the citizens of Iran.

Whereas, on December 28, 2017, citizens began protesting the Government of Iran across the country in the cities and towns of Dorud, Khomaini Shahr, Najafabad, Qahdarijan, Tehran, and Tuyserkan; Whereas so far 20 people have been killed and 450 have been arrested since demonstrations first began; Whereas the United States is committed to promoting universal human rights, specifically freedom of speech and freedom of assembly; Whereas the Government of Iran has provided monetary support to terrorist organizations such as Hezbollah and Hamas; and Whereas the citizens of Iran deserve the support of the international community in their pursuit of a democratic government that respects human rights and freedoms: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) condemns the Government of Iran— (A) for its funding of terrorist organizations and activities; (B) for the continued oppression of its citizens; and (C) for the suppression of communication through interference with internet applications such as Instagram, Facebook, Telegram, and Twitter; and (2) reaffirms— (A) the commitment of the United States to preserving and promoting the freedoms of speech and assembly as universal rights; and (B) the support of the United States for the citizens of Iran to establish a freely elected, democratic system.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 677 In the House of Representatives, U. S., January 8, 2018 RESOLUTION Providing for a committee to notify the President of the assembly of the House of Representatives.

That a committee of two Members be appointed by the Speaker to notify the President of the United States that a quorum of the House has assembled and that the House is ready to receive any communication that he may be pleased to make.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 678 In the House of Representatives, U. S., January 8, 2018 RESOLUTION To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled.

That the Clerk of the House inform the Senate that a quorum of the House is present and that the House is ready to proceed with business.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 679 In the House of Representatives, U. S., January 8, 2018 RESOLUTION Providing for the hour of meeting of the House.

That unless otherwise ordered, the hour of daily meeting of the House shall be 2 p.m. on Mondays; noon on Tuesdays (or 2 p.m. if no legislative business was conducted on the preceding Monday); noon on Wednesdays and Thursdays; and 9 a.m. on all other days of the week.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 680 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 8, 2018 Mr. Hastings (for himself, Mr. Buchanan , Mr. Gaetz , Mr. Dunn , Mr. Ross , Mr. Mast , Mr. Diaz-Balart , Mr. Lawson of Florida , Ms. Wasserman Schultz , Mr. Rutherford , Mr. Soto , Mr. Thomas J. Rooney of Florida , Ms. Frankel of Florida , Mrs. Demings , Mr. Yoho , Mr. Posey , Mrs. Murphy of Florida , Mr. Curbelo of Florida , Mr. Francis Rooney of Florida , and Mr. DeSantis ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Keiser University and recognizing the university as a vital institution of higher education, developing a diverse student population that impacts numerous aspects of the State of Florida and the global economy.

Whereas Keiser University offers over 100 doctoral, specialist, master’s, bachelor’s, and associate degree programs in workforce sectors in Florida’s industries, including nursing and physician’s assistants, information technology and management information systems, logistics and distribution, and defense and homeland security with degrees in cyber forensics and information security; Whereas 66 percent of graduates complete degrees in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and health care fields annually; Whereas 70 percent of the student body is female; Whereas Keiser University programs support nontraditional students, including veterans, first-generation students, parents, caregivers, and students who work full time or part time; Whereas Keiser University has become Florida’s third largest not-for-profit university, serving approximately 20,000 students, with over 66,000 alumni, and over 3,800 employees; and Whereas Keiser University has grown internationally, with campuses in Shanghai, China, and in the Eastern European nation of Moldova: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes Keiser University’s impressive growth since its humble beginning in 1977 and the institution’s positive economic impact on the State of Florida; (2) commends Keiser University’s co-founders and family, Dr. Arthur Keiser and his mother, Ms. Evelyn Keiser, and Ms. Belinda Keiser, and the independent Keiser University Board of Trustees, for their enduring commitment to providing students around the world with access to a superior education; (3) supports and applauds the efforts of the entire Keiser University faculty for their leadership in the community and charitable service in the State of Florida and beyond; and (4) congratulates Keiser University on its 40th anniversary.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 681 In the House of Representatives, U. S., January 10, 2018 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 140) to amend the White Mountain Apache Tribe Water Rights Quantification Act of 2010 to clarify the use of amounts in the WMAT Settlement Fund.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (S. 140) to amend the White Mountain Apache Tribe Water Rights Quantification Act of 2010 to clarify the use of amounts in the WMAT Settlement Fund. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. An amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115–54 shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided among and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Natural Resources; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 115 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 681 [Report No. 115–503] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 9, 2018 Mr. Cole , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 140) to amend the White Mountain Apache Tribe Water Rights Quantification Act of 2010 to clarify the use of amounts in the WMAT Settlement Fund.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (S. 140) to amend the White Mountain Apache Tribe Water Rights Quantification Act of 2010 to clarify the use of amounts in the WMAT Settlement Fund. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. An amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115-54 shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided among and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Natural Resources; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

January 9, 2018 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 682 In the House of Representatives, U. S., January 10, 2018 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 139) to implement the use of Rapid DNA instruments to inform decisions about pretrial release or detention and their conditions, to solve and prevent violent crimes and other crimes, to exonerate the innocent, to prevent DNA analysis backlogs, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (S. 139) to implement the use of Rapid DNA instruments to inform decisions about pretrial release or detention and their conditions, to solve and prevent violent crimes and other crimes, to exonerate the innocent, to prevent DNA analysis backlogs, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. An amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115–53 shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate, with 40 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary; (2) the further amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, if offered by the Member designated in the report, which shall be in order without intervention of any point of order, shall be considered as read, shall be separately debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question; and (3) one motion to commit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 116 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 682 [Report No. 115–504] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 9, 2018 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 (S. 139) to implement the use of Rapid DNA instruments to inform decisions about pretrial release or detention and their conditions, to solve and prevent violent crimes and other crimes, to exonerate the innocent, to prevent DNA analysis backlogs, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (S. 139) to implement the use of Rapid DNA instruments to inform decisions about pretrial release or detention and their conditions, to solve and prevent violent crimes and other crimes, to exonerate the innocent, to prevent DNA analysis backlogs, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. An amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115-53 shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate, with 40 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary; (2) the further amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, if offered by the Member designated in the report, which shall be in order without intervention of any point of order, shall be considered as read, shall be separately debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question; and (3) one motion to commit with or without instructions.

January 9, 2018 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 685 In the House of Representatives, U. S., January 11, 2018 RESOLUTION Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Armed Services : Mr. Jody B. Hice of Georgia. Committee on the Budget : Mr. Womack, Chair. Committee on Ethics : Mrs. Mimi Walters of California. That the following named Member be, and is hereby, ranked as follows on the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on the Budget : Mrs. Black, after Mr. Womack.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 687 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 11, 2018 Mr. Bilirakis submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce , and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Federal, State, and local taxes, fees, regulations, and permitting policies should be coordinated and reconciled to maximize the benefits of broadband investment.

Whereas universal service is the principle that all Americans should have access to communications services; Whereas universal service is a cornerstone of United States policy; Whereas the United States has a federal system of government; Whereas the 10th Amendment to the Constitution guarantees States’ rights; Whereas all levels of government have an interest in supporting the deployment of broadband internet access; Whereas certain other countries do not have divisions of government that protect state and local rights, and such countries are actively trying to take the lead in deploying advanced communications networks; and Whereas history shows countries with the best communications have the highest economic growth: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that Federal, State, and local taxes, fees, regulations, and permitting policies should be coordinated and reconciled to maximize the benefits of broadband investment.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 688 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 11, 2018 Mr. Brady of Texas (for himself, Mr. Walden , Mr. Neal , Mr. Pallone , Mr. Tiberi , Mr. Burgess , Mr. Levin , and Mr. Gene Green of Texas ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means , 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 Honoring Mark E. Miller for his distinguished public service and professional assistance to the United States Congress.

Whereas Mark E. Miller has served as the Executive Director of the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission for 15 years, and worked vigorously and tirelessly to ensure that the Commission fulfilled its mission of providing objective, empirically-driven policy analysis and advice to the Congress; Whereas Mark E. Miller has provided invaluable advice on complicated Medicare payment issues to majority and minority leadership, committee, and Member offices regarding health care legislation, and served as a trusted source of objective information; Whereas Mark E. Miller has helped to shape many of the major laws affecting the Medicare program passed during his tenure, and his work has improved the lives of tens of millions of Americans who are covered through Medicare; Whereas Mark E. Miller has served consistently with professionalism, expertise, energy, patience, and dedication; Whereas Mark E. Miller has devoted many full days and many long nights and weekends to this work, helping to make the Commission what it is today; and Whereas Mark E. Miller brought a sense of purpose, as well as his good humor, to the sometimes grueling work of developing Medicare policy: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives expresses its sincere appreciation and deep gratitude to— (1) Mark E. Miller for his distinguished public service and professional assistance to the United States Congress; and (2) the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission for its 20 years of professionalism and dedication in its assistance in shaping Medicare policy.