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III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 44 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 3, 2017 Mrs. Murray (for herself, Ms. Collins , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Wyden , Mr. Durbin , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Casey , Mr. Franken , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Murphy , Mr. King , Ms. Hassan , and Mr. Isakson ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary February 10, 2017 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating February 6 through 10, 2017, as National School Counseling Week .

Whereas the American School Counselor Association has designated February 6 through 10, 2017, as National School Counseling Week ; Whereas school counselors have long advocated for equal opportunities for all students; Whereas school counselors help develop well-rounded students by guiding students through academic, personal, social, and career development; Whereas personal and social growth results in increased academic achievement; Whereas school counselors play a vital role in ensuring that students are ready for college and careers; Whereas school counselors play a vital role in making students aware of opportunities for financial aid and college scholarships; Whereas school counselors assist with and coordinate efforts to foster a positive school climate, resulting in a safer learning environment for all students; Whereas school counselors have been instrumental in helping students, teachers, and parents deal with personal trauma as well as tragedies in their communities and the United States; Whereas students face myriad challenges every day, including peer pressure, bullying, mental health issues, the deployment of family members to serve in conflicts overseas, and school violence; Whereas a school counselor is one of the few professionals in a school building who is trained in both education and social and emotional development; Whereas the roles and responsibilities of school counselors are often misunderstood; Whereas the school counselor position is often among the first to be eliminated to meet budgetary constraints; Whereas the national average ratio of students to school counselors is 491 to 1, almost twice the 250 to 1 ratio recommended by the American School Counselor Association, the National Association for College Admission Counseling, and other organizations; and Whereas the celebration of National School Counseling Week will increase awareness of the important and necessary role school counselors play in the lives of students in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates February 6 through 10, 2017, as National School Counseling Week ; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe National School Counseling Week with appropriate ceremonies and activities that promote awareness of the role school counselors play in schools and the community at large in preparing students for fulfilling lives as contributing members of society.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 44 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 3, 2017 Mrs. Murray (for herself, Ms. Collins , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Wyden , Mr. Durbin , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Casey , Mr. Franken , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Murphy , Mr. King , Ms. Hassan , and Mr. Isakson ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating February 6 through 10, 2017, as National School Counseling Week .

Whereas the American School Counselor Association has designated February 6 through 10, 2017, as National School Counseling Week ; Whereas school counselors have long advocated for equal opportunities for all students; Whereas school counselors help develop well-rounded students by guiding students through academic, personal, social, and career development; Whereas personal and social growth results in increased academic achievement; Whereas school counselors play a vital role in ensuring that students are ready for college and careers; Whereas school counselors play a vital role in making students aware of opportunities for financial aid and college scholarships; Whereas school counselors assist with and coordinate efforts to foster a positive school climate, resulting in a safer learning environment for all students; Whereas school counselors have been instrumental in helping students, teachers, and parents deal with personal trauma as well as tragedies in their communities and the United States; Whereas students face myriad challenges every day, including peer pressure, bullying, mental health issues, the deployment of family members to serve in conflicts overseas, and school violence; Whereas a school counselor is one of the few professionals in a school building who is trained in both education and social and emotional development; Whereas the roles and responsibilities of school counselors are often misunderstood; Whereas the school counselor position is often among the first to be eliminated to meet budgetary constraints; Whereas the national average ratio of students to school counselors is 491 to 1, almost twice the 250 to 1 ratio recommended by the American School Counselor Association, the National Association for College Admission Counseling, and other organizations; and Whereas the celebration of National School Counseling Week will increase awareness of the important and necessary role school counselors play in the lives of students in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates February 6 through 10, 2017, as National School Counseling Week ; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe National School Counseling Week with appropriate ceremonies and activities that promote awareness of the role school counselors play in schools and the community at large in preparing students for fulfilling lives as contributing members of society.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 57 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 9, 2017 Mr. McConnell submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To constitute the majority party's membership on certain committees for the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress, or until their successors are chosen.

That the following shall constitute the majority party's membership on the following committees for the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress, or until their successors are chosen: Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry: Mr. Roberts (Chairman), Mr. Cochran, Mr. McConnell, Mr. Boozman, Mr. Hoeven, Mrs. Ernst, Mr. Grassley, Mr. Thune, Mr. Daines, Mr. Perdue, Mr. Strange. Committee on Armed Services: Mr. McCain (Chairman), Mr. Inhofe, Mr. Wicker, Mrs. Fischer, Mr. Cotton, Mr. Rounds, Mrs. Ernst, Mr. Tillis, Mr. Sullivan, Mr. Perdue, Mr. Cruz, Mr. Graham, Mr. Sasse, Mr. Strange. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources: Ms. Murkowski (Chairman), Mr. Barrasso, Mr. Risch, Mr. Lee, Mr. Flake, Mr. Daines, Mr. Gardner, Mr. Alexander, Mr. Hoeven, Mr. Cassidy, Mr. Portman, Mr. Strange. Committee on Environment and Public Works: Mr. Barrasso (Chairman), Mr. Inhofe, Mrs. Capito, Mr. Boozman, Mr. Wicker, Mrs. Fischer, Mr. Moran, Mr. Rounds, Mrs. Ernst, Mr. Sullivan, Mr. Shelby. Committee on the Budget: Mr. Enzi (Chairman), Mr. Grassley, Mr. Crapo, Mr. Graham, Mr. Toomey, Mr. Johnson, Mr. Corker, Mr. Perdue, Mr. Gardner, Mr. Kennedy, Mr. Boozman, Mr. Strange.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 58 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 10, 2017 Ms. Warren (for herself, Ms. Collins , Mr. Markey , Mr. King , Mrs. Shaheen , Ms. Hassan , Mr. Leahy , and Mr. Reed ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the New England Patriots on their victory in Super Bowl LI.

Whereas, on Sunday, February 5, 2017, the New England Patriots (in this preamble referred to as the Patriots ) won Super Bowl LI by a score of 34 to 28, defeating the Atlanta Falcons in Houston, Texas; Whereas, during the second half of Super Bowl LI, the Patriots scored 31 consecutive points, overcoming the largest deficit that any team has overcome in Super Bowl history; Whereas the victory in Super Bowl LI earned the Patriots their fifth Super Bowl championship; Whereas Tom Brady— (1) broke, tied, or extended several Super Bowl records in leading the Patriots to their fifth Super Bowl victory; and (2) was named the Super Bowl Most Valuable Player for a record fourth time; Whereas James White set new Super Bowl records by catching 14 passes and scoring 20 points, including the game-winning touchdown run in overtime; Whereas Bill Belichick won an unprecedented fifth Super Bowl title as a head coach; Whereas the performance of the defense in the second half was critical to the Patriots’ victory in Super Bowl LI, and key plays by Trey Flowers, Dont’a Hightower, and Alan Branch contributed to shutting out the Atlanta Falcons for the final 23 minutes and 36 seconds of regulation; Whereas Julian Edelman hauled in a miracle catch for the ages to continue a fourth quarter drive by the Patriots, helping to send the game to overtime; Whereas Robert Kraft, the owner of the Patriots, eloquently stated, Two years ago, we won our fourth Super Bowl down in Arizona and I told our fans that was the sweetest one of all. . . . But I want to say to our fans, to our brilliant coaching staff, our amazing players who were so spectacular, this is unequivocally the sweetest ; and Whereas the Patriots did their job again and took no days off , delivering a fifth Lombardi Trophy to New England: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate congratulates the New England Patriots on their dramatic victory in Super Bowl LI.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 59 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 10, 2017 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself and Mr. Murphy ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of February 12, 2017, as Darwin Day and recognizing the importance of science in the betterment of humanity.

Whereas Charles Darwin developed the theory of evolution by the mechanism of natural selection, which, together with the monumental amount of scientific evidence Charles Darwin compiled to support the theory, provides humanity with a logical and intellectually compelling explanation for the diversity of life on Earth; Whereas the validity of the theory of evolution by natural selection developed by Charles Darwin is further strongly supported by the modern understanding of the science of genetics; Whereas it has been the human curiosity and ingenuity exemplified by Charles Darwin that has promoted new scientific discoveries that have helped humanity solve many problems and improve living conditions; Whereas the advancement of science must be protected from those unconcerned with the adverse impacts of global warming and climate change; Whereas the teaching of creationism in some public schools compromises the scientific and academic integrity of the education systems of the United States; Whereas Charles Darwin is a worthy symbol of scientific advancement on which to focus and around which to build a global celebration of science and humanity intended to promote a common bond among all the people of the Earth; and Whereas February 12, 2017, is the anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin in 1809 and would be an appropriate date to designate as Darwin Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of Darwin Day ; and (2) recognizes Charles Darwin as a worthy symbol on which to celebrate the achievements of reason, science, and the advancement of human knowledge.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 60 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 13, 2017 Mr. Daines (for himself, Mr. Tester , Mr. Lankford , Mr. Gardner , Mr. Franken , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Udall , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Hatch , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Rounds , and Ms. Heitkamp ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary May 3, 2017 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating May 5, 2017, as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls .

Whereas, according to a study commissioned by the Department of Justice, in some tribal communities, American Indian women face murder rates that are more than 10 times the national average murder rate; Whereas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, homicide was the third leading cause of death among American Indian and Alaska Native women between 10 and 24 years of age and the fifth leading cause of death for American Indian and Alaska Native women between 25 and 34 years of age; Whereas little data exist on the number of missing American Indian and Alaska Native women in the United States; Whereas, on July 5, 2013, Hanna Harris, a member of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe, was reported missing by her family in Lame Deer, Montana; Whereas the body of Hanna Harris was found 5 days after she went missing; Whereas Hanna Harris was determined to have been raped and murdered, and the individuals accused of committing those crimes were convicted; Whereas the case of Hanna Harris is an example of many similar cases; and Whereas Hanna Harris was born on May 5, 1992: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates May 5, 2017, as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls ; and (2) calls on the people of the United States and interested groups— (A) to commemorate the lives of missing and murdered American Indian and Alaska Native women whose cases are documented and undocumented in public records and the media; and (B) to demonstrate solidarity with the families of victims in light of those tragedies.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 60 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 13, 2017 Mr. Daines (for himself, Mr. Tester , Mr. Lankford , Mr. Gardner , Mr. Franken , Mr. Hoeven , and Mr. Udall ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating May 5, 2017, as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls .

Whereas, according to a study commissioned by the Department of Justice, in some tribal communities, American Indian women face murder rates that are more than 10 times the national average murder rate; Whereas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, homicide was the third leading cause of death among American Indian and Alaska Native women between 10 and 24 years of age and the fifth leading cause of death for American Indian and Alaska Native women between 25 and 34 years of age; Whereas little data exist on the number of missing American Indian and Alaska Native women in the United States; Whereas, on July 5, 2013, Hanna Harris, a member of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe, was reported missing by her family in Lame Deer, Montana; Whereas the body of Hanna Harris was found 5 days after she went missing; Whereas Hanna Harris was determined to have been raped and murdered, and the individuals accused of committing those crimes were convicted; Whereas the case of Hanna Harris is an example of many similar cases; and Whereas Hanna Harris was born on May 5, 1992: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates May 5, 2017, as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls ; and (2) calls on the people of the United States and interested groups— (A) to commemorate the lives of missing and murdered American Indian and Alaska Native women whose cases are documented and undocumented in public records and the media; and (B) to demonstrate solidarity with the families of victims in light of those tragedies.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 61 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 15, 2017 Mr. McCain submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Calling on the Department of Defense, other elements of the Federal Government, and foreign governments to intensify efforts to investigate, recover, and identify all missing and unaccounted-for personnel of the United States.

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

That the Senate— (1) calls upon the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency and other elements of the Department of Defense, other elements of the Federal Government, and all foreign governments to intensify efforts to investigate, recover, identify and account as fully as possible for all missing and unaccounted-for personnel of the United States around the world; and (2) calls upon all foreign governments with information on missing personnel of the United States, or with missing personnel of the United States within their territories, to cooperate fully with the Government of the United States to provide the fullest possible accounting for all missing personnel of the United States.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 63 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 16, 2017 Mr. Carper (for himself and Mrs. Capito ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of the week of October 29 through November 4, 2017, as National Obesity Care Week .

Whereas the disease of obesity is a major source of concern across the United States, and more than one-third of adults in the United States are affected by obesity, with the number of people with severe obesity in the United States continuing to grow; Whereas experts and researchers agree that obesity is a complex disease influenced by various physiological, environmental, and genetic factors; Whereas, while prevention programs have successfully established the seriousness of the public health crisis posed by obesity, it is also imperative that individuals and families currently affected by obesity receive comprehensive care and treatment; Whereas studies show that bias against and stigma associated with people affected by obesity among general society and healthcare professionals are significant barriers to effectively treating the disease; Whereas healthcare professionals, policymakers, patients, and families should regard obesity with the same level of seriousness with which other chronic diseases are regarded; Whereas research suggests that weight loss of as little as 5 to 10 percent of the total weight of an individual affected by obesity can improve the associated health risks affecting many patients living with obesity and can thereby support the goals of Federal and State initiatives to reduce chronic disease, improve health outcomes, and help control healthcare costs; Whereas healthcare professionals should treat patients with respect and compassion and should partner with patients to develop comprehensive and individualized approaches to weight loss and weight management that consider all appropriate treatment options, such as reduced-calorie diets, physical activity modifications, pharmacotherapy, and bariatric surgery; Whereas it will take a long-term collaborative effort, which will involve individual, corporate, and institutional partners in all fields taking active roles, to ignite the betterment of obesity care and treatment; and Whereas the week of October 29 through November 4, 2017, would be an appropriate week to designate as National Obesity Care Week : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of National Obesity Care Week ; and (2) encourages all people in the United States to create a foundation of open communication to break barriers of misunderstanding and stigma regarding obesity and to improve the lives of all individuals affected by obesity and their families.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 64 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 17 (legislative day, February 16), 2017 Mr. Johnson submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Congratulating the Plastics Industry Association on its 80th anniversary.

Whereas the Plastics Industry Association is the leading association in the United States that represents companies in the plastics industry; Whereas the Plastics Industry Association was founded as the Society of the Plastics Industry in 1937 in Shawnee-on-Delaware, Pennsylvania, as the collective voice of a then-nascent plastics industry and has since become the chief advocate for the entire plastics supply chain, including plastics machinery manufacturers, plastics material suppliers, plastics processors, moldmakers, recyclers, and consumer brand owners; Whereas, today, the Plastics Industry Association represents the interests of an industry that makes regular and vital contributions to the healthcare, automotive, advanced manufacturing, transportation, aeronautics, building and construction, telecommunications, recycling, packaging, and consumer electronics sectors; Whereas, over the course of the 80-year history of the Plastics Industry Association, the association has— (1) advocated for the use of plastics; and (2) presided over the development of plastic from a low-cost replacement for metals, wood, glass, marble, shell, and other traditional materials to the sustainable material of choice because of its strength, light weight, recyclability, and design versatility; Whereas the Plastics Industry Association hosts NPE: The Plastics Show, which is the second largest trade show in the United States and attracts more than 60,000 plastics professionals from more than 100 countries to the United States every 3 years; Whereas the Plastics Industry Association has hosted NPE: The Plastics Show in the United States since the show was first founded in 1946 and the show has served as a platform for growth and innovation in the plastics industry of the United States for 70 years; Whereas the Federal Government, through the War Production Board, recognized the importance of plastics and the contributions of plastics to the war effort during World War II, a conflict in which plastics played an essential military role with respect to weaponry, aircraft, wire and cable technology, medical devices, and troop supplies; and Whereas the plastics industry generates $418,000,000,000 in revenue annually in the United States and supports approximately 954,000 jobs: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Plastics Industry Association on its 80th anniversary; (2) reaffirms the crucial role that plastics have played over the last 80 years and continue to play in strengthening the economy of the United States and improving the everyday lives of the people of the United States; and (3) recognizes the importance of continued investment in plastics, manufacturing, research, and education in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 65 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 17 (legislative day, February 16), 2017 Mr. Grassley (for himself and Mr. Coons ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating March 3, 2017, as National Speech and Debate Education Day .

Whereas it is essential for youth to learn and practice the art of communicating with and without technology; Whereas speech and debate education offers students myriad forms of public speaking through which students may develop talent and exercise unique voice and character; Whereas speech and debate education gives students the 21st-century skills of communication, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration; Whereas critical analysis and effective communication allow important ideas, texts, and philosophies the opportunity to flourish; Whereas personal, professional, and civic interactions are enhanced by the ability of the participants in those interactions to listen, concur, question, and dissent with reason and compassion; Whereas students who participate in speech and debate have chosen a challenging activity that requires regular practice, dedication, and hard work; Whereas teachers and coaches of speech and debate devote in-school, afterschool, and weekend hours to equip students with life-changing skills and opportunities; Whereas National Speech and Debate Education Day emphasizes the lifelong impact of providing people of the United States with the confidence and preparation to both discern and share views; Whereas National Speech and Debate Education Day acknowledges that most achievements, celebrations, commemorations, and pivotal moments in modern history begin, end, or are crystallized with public address; Whereas National Speech and Debate Education Day recognizes that learning to research, construct, and present an argument is integral to personal advocacy, social movements, and the making of public policy; Whereas the National Speech & Debate Association, in conjunction with national and local partners, honors and celebrates the importance of speech and debate through National Speech and Debate Education Day; and Whereas National Speech and Debate Education Day emphasizes the importance of speech and debate education and the integration of speech and debate education across grade levels and disciplines: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates March 3, 2017, as National Speech and Debate Education Day ; (2) strongly affirms the purposes of National Speech and Debate Education Day; and (3) encourages educational institutions, businesses, community and civic associations, and all people of the United States to celebrate and promote National Speech and Debate Education Day.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 67 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 17 (legislative day, February 16), 2017 Mr. Heinrich submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing support for health and wellness coaches and for the designation of February 13, 2017, through February 19, 2017, as National Health and Wellness Coach Recognition Week .

Whereas February 13, 2017, through February 19, 2017, is recognized as National Health and Wellness Coach Recognition Week ; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention considers chronic diseases to be the public health challenge of the 21st century ; Whereas decades of research have linked lifestyle factors, such as inactivity, poor diet, tobacco smoking, and sustained stress, with increased risk for major illnesses and death; Whereas the costs associated with treating many chronic diseases are high and often preventable; Whereas a health and wellness coach is a new type of healthcare worker who serves as a supportive mentor to motivate individuals to make positive health choices and move toward specific wellness goals; Whereas health and wellness coaches support clients in achieving good health— (1) based on the goals of each client; and (2) in a manner consistent with the treatment plan recommended by a healthcare provider for the client; Whereas health and wellness coaches assist clients in making healthy lifestyle changes by encouraging them— (1) to use insight; (2) to use personal strengths and resources; (3) to set goals; (4) to create action steps; and (5) to hold themselves accountable; Whereas health and wellness coaches play a vital role in improving individual wellness that complements, and does not replace, the work of healthcare professionals; and Whereas an increasing number of studies demonstrate the effectiveness of health and wellness coaches in— (1) improving individual health and wellness; and (2) reducing healthcare costs: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of the week of February 13, 2017, through February 19, 2017, as National Health and Wellness Coach Recognition Week ; and (2) supports the efforts of the health and wellness coaches of the United States in their important work to improve the health and wellness of the people of United States.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 68 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 27, 2017 Mr. Corker (for himself and Mr. Cardin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations March 7, 2017 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Raising awareness of modern slavery.

Whereas it is estimated that tens of millions of children, women, and men around the world are subjected to conditions of modern slavery; Whereas the International Labour Organization estimates that modern slavery generates more than $150,000,000,000 in criminal profits each year; Whereas, despite being outlawed in every nation, modern slavery exists around the world, including in the United States; Whereas, around the world, 55 percent of forced labor victims are women or girls, and nearly 1 in 5 victims of slavery is a child; Whereas global leadership continues to coalesce around real and coordinated actions to end modern slavery, as exemplified in statements by senior officials such as U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May, who has stated, Britain is leading the way in pioneering international efforts to crack down on modern slavery—one of the great scourges of our world—wherever it is found. ; Whereas, on December 23, 2016, the End Modern Slavery Initiative, a bipartisan initiative, was authorized to help establish a powerful effort in concert with the private sector and foreign governments to eliminate modern slavery and human trafficking around the globe; and Whereas, each year, individuals around the world join together to call for an end to modern slavery by symbolically drawing a red X symbol on their hands to share the message of the END IT movement: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commends each individual who supported the END IT movement on February 23, 2017; (2) notes the dedication of individuals, organizations, and governments to end modern slavery; and (3) calls for concerted, international action to bring an end to modern slavery around the world.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 68 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 27, 2017 Mr. Corker (for himself and Mr. Cardin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Raising awareness of modern slavery.

Whereas it is estimated that tens of millions of children, women, and men around the world are subjected to conditions of modern slavery; Whereas the International Labour Organization estimates that modern slavery generates more than $150,000,000,000 in criminal profits each year; Whereas, despite being outlawed in every nation, modern slavery exists around the world, including in the United States; Whereas, around the world, 55 percent of forced labor victims are women or girls, and nearly 1 in 5 victims of slavery is a child; Whereas global leadership continues to coalesce around real and coordinated actions to end modern slavery, as exemplified in statements by senior officials such as U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May, who has stated, Britain is leading the way in pioneering international efforts to crack down on modern slavery—one of the great scourges of our world—wherever it is found. ; Whereas, on December 23, 2016, the End Modern Slavery Initiative, a bipartisan initiative, was authorized to help establish a powerful effort in concert with the private sector and foreign governments to eliminate modern slavery and human trafficking around the globe; and Whereas, each year, individuals around the world join together to call for an end to modern slavery by symbolically drawing a red X symbol on their hands to share the message of the END IT movement: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commends each individual who supported the END IT movement on February 23, 2017; (2) notes the dedication of individuals, organizations, and governments to end modern slavery; and (3) calls for concerted, international action to bring an end to modern slavery around the world.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 72 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 28, 2017 Mr. Peters (for himself and Ms. Stabenow ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources RESOLUTION Celebrating the history of the Detroit River with the 16-year commemoration of the International Underground Railroad Memorial Monument, comprised of the Gateway to Freedom Monument in Detroit, Michigan, and the Tower of Freedom Monument in Windsor, Ontario, Canada.

Whereas millions of Africans and their descendants were enslaved in the United States and the American colonies from 1619 through 1865; Whereas Africans forced into slavery were torn from their families and loved ones and stripped of their names and heritage; Whereas the faith and strength of character demonstrated by former slaves and the descendants of former slaves are an example for all people of the United States, regardless of background, religion, or race; Whereas tens of thousands of people of African descent bravely and silently escaped their chains to follow the perilous Underground Railroad northward towards freedom in Canada; Whereas the Detroit River played a central role for these passengers of the Underground Railroad on their way to freedom; Whereas in October 2001, the City of Detroit, Michigan, joined with Windsor and Essex Counties in Ontario, Canada, to memorialize the courage of these freedom seekers with an international memorial to the Underground Railroad, comprised of the Tower of Freedom Monument in Windsor, Ontario, and the Gateway to Freedom Monument in Detroit, Michigan; Whereas the deep roots that slaves, refugees, and immigrants who reached Canada from the United States created in Canadian society are a tribute to the determination of the descendants of those slaves, refugees, and immigrants to safeguard the history of the struggles and endurance of their forebears; Whereas the observance of the 16-year commemoration of the International Underground Railroad Memorial Monument will be celebrated during the month of October 2017; Whereas the International Underground Railroad Memorial Monument represents a cooperative international partnership dedicated to education and research with the goal of promoting cross-border understanding, economic development, and cultural heritage tourism; Whereas over the course of history, the United States has become a symbol of democracy and freedom around the world; and Whereas the legacy of African-Americans and their fight for freedom is interwoven with the fabric of democracy and freedom in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) celebrates the history of the Detroit River with a 16-year commemoration of the International Underground Railroad Memorial Monument, comprised of the Gateway to Freedom Monument in Detroit, Michigan, and the Tower of Freedom Monument in Windsor, Ontario, Canada; and (2) supports the official recognition, by national and international entities, of the Detroit River as an area of historic importance to the history of the Underground Railroad and the fight for freedom in North America.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 75 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 1, 2017 Mr. Portman (for himself, Mr. Brown , Mr. Cassidy , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Casey , Mr. Grassley , Mr. Strange , Mr. Van Hollen , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Merkley , and Ms. Warren ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry October 30, 2017 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the largest organization of food and nutrition professionals in the world.

Whereas, on October 20, 1917, dietitians met in Cleveland, Ohio, to identify ways in which food and nutrition professionals could help the United States Government conserve food and improve public health and nutrition during World War I; Whereas the foundational meeting on October 20, 1917, led to the creation of the American Dietetics Association, now known as the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (referred to in this preamble as the Academy ); Whereas, since the inception of the Academy, the Academy has grown from a charter membership of 58 individuals to the largest organization of food and nutrition professionals in the world, with a membership as of January 2017 of more than 75,000 individuals; Whereas the Academy is comprised of a diverse group of registered dietitian nutritionists and technicians, scientists, clinicians, educators, students, and other food and nutrition practitioners; and Whereas, through evidence-based research and education, members of the Academy play an important role in shaping the food choices and nutrition of the people of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commemorates October 20, 2017, as the 100th anniversary of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; and (2) applauds the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for its past, present, and future efforts to champion the principles established by its dietitian predecessors more than 100 years ago— (A) to promote food and nutrition professionals; and (B) to improve the health and wellness of all people of the United States through research, education, and advocacy.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 75 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 1, 2017 Mr. Portman (for himself and Mr. Brown ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry RESOLUTION Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the largest organization of food and nutrition professionals in the world.

Whereas, on October 20, 1917, dietitians met in Cleveland, Ohio, to identify ways in which food and nutrition professionals could help the United States Government conserve food and improve public health and nutrition during World War I; Whereas the foundational meeting on October 20, 1917, led to the creation of the American Dietetics Association, now known as the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (referred to in this preamble as the Academy ); Whereas, since the inception of the Academy, the Academy has grown from a charter membership of 58 individuals to the largest organization of food and nutrition professionals in the world, with a membership as of January 2017 of more than 75,000 individuals; Whereas the Academy is comprised of a diverse group of registered dietitian nutritionists and technicians, scientists, clinicians, educators, students, and other food and nutrition practitioners; and Whereas, through evidence-based research and education, members of the Academy play an important role in shaping the food choices and nutrition of the people of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commemorates October 20, 2017, as the 100th anniversary of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; and (2) applauds the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for its past, present, and future efforts to champion the principles established by its dietitian predecessors more than 100 years ago— (A) to promote food and nutrition professionals; and (B) to improve the health and wellness of all people of the United States through research, education, and advocacy.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 76 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 1, 2017 Mr. Casey (for himself, Mr. Isakson , Mrs. Capito , Mr. Coons , Mrs. Shaheen , Mrs. Feinstein , and Mr. Manchin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary March 15, 2017 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of March 21, 2017, as National Rosie the Riveter Day .

Whereas National Rosie the Riveter Day is a collective national effort to raise awareness of the 16,000,000 women who worked during World War II; Whereas the people of the United States have chosen to honor women workers who contributed from the home front during World War II; Whereas those women left their homes to work or volunteer full-time in factories, farms, shipyards, airplane factories, banks, and other institutions in support of the Armed Forces overseas; Whereas those women worked with the United Service Organizations and the American Red Cross, drove trucks, riveted airplane parts, collected critical materials, rolled bandages, and served on rationing boards; Whereas it is fitting and proper to recognize and preserve the history and legacy of working women, including volunteer women, during World War II to promote cooperation and fellowship among those women and their descendants; Whereas those women and their descendants wish to further the advancement of patriotic ideas, excellence in the workplace, and loyalty to the United States; and Whereas March 21, 2017, during Women’s History Month, is an appropriate day to designate as National Rosie the Riveter Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of March 21, 2017, as National Rosie the Riveter Day ; and (2) acknowledges the important role played by women during World War II.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 76 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 1, 2017 Mr. Casey (for himself, Mr. Isakson , Mrs. Capito , Mr. Coons , and Mrs. Shaheen ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of March 21, 2017, as National Rosie the Riveter Day .

Whereas National Rosie the Riveter Day is a collective national effort to raise awareness of the 16,000,000 women who worked during World War II; Whereas the people of the United States have chosen to honor women workers who contributed from the home front during World War II; Whereas those women left their homes to work or volunteer full-time in factories, farms, shipyards, airplane factories, banks, and other institutions in support of the Armed Forces overseas; Whereas those women worked with the United Service Organizations and the American Red Cross, drove trucks, riveted airplane parts, collected critical materials, rolled bandages, and served on rationing boards; Whereas it is fitting and proper to recognize and preserve the history and legacy of working women, including volunteer women, during World War II to promote cooperation and fellowship among those women and their descendants; Whereas those women and their descendants wish to further the advancement of patriotic ideas, excellence in the workplace, and loyalty to the United States; and Whereas March 21, 2017, during Women’s History Month, is an appropriate day to designate as National Rosie the Riveter Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of March 21, 2017, as National Rosie the Riveter Day ; and (2) acknowledges the important role played by women during World War II.
III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 79 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 2, 2017 Ms. Collins (for herself, Mr. Reed , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Carper , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Markey , Mr. Tillis , and Mrs. Capito ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating March 2, 2017, as Read Across America Day .

Whereas reading is a basic requirement for quality education and professional success and 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 under 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 to designate March 2, the anniversary of the birth of Theodor Geisel (commonly known as Dr. Seuss ), as a day to celebrate reading: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates March 2, 2017, as Read Across America Day ; (2) honors— (A) Theodor Geisel (commonly known as Dr. Seuss ) for his success in encouraging children to discover the joy of reading; and (B) the 20th anniversary of Read Across America Day; and (3) encourages— (A) parents to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day in honor of the commitment of the Senate to building a country of readers; and (B) the people of the United States to observe Read Across America Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.