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IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 296 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 28, 2017 Mr. Cook (for himself and Mr. Lowenthal ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Socialist Republic of Vietnam should provide former members of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Vietnam, who served alongside the United States Armed Forces in defense of their nation during the Vietnam War, with appropriate levels of support and services.

Whereas the Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces performed admirably during a long and difficult struggle; Whereas the Army of the Republic of Vietnam, despite political and social instability formed into an effective fighting force with the assistance of American advisors; Whereas the Army of the Republic of Vietnam bore the brunt of early fighting during the 1968 Tet Offensive and repelled Viet Cong attacks with bravery and élan, in the words of Ambassador Ellsworth Bunker, it reacted strongly, quickly, and decisively. It set about the task of recovery with great energy ; Whereas the Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces displayed an ability to conduct independent offensive operations and determined resistance against incursion on multiple occasions; Whereas 275,000 Republic of Vietnam servicemembers lost their lives during the Vietnam War in defense of their nation; Whereas after the Fall of Saigon, many South Vietnamese veterans spent a decade or more in incarceration or re-education camps; Whereas veterans of the Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces, and their families, have during the more than four decades since the conclusion of the war comported themselves respectably and contributed importantly as citizens of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam; Whereas, as many as 15,000 South Vietnamese veterans still reside in Vietnam, surviving with little support or acknowledgment from their government; Whereas those veterans and their families have in many instances not been accorded support and services comparable to that accorded their fellow citizens; and Whereas cemeteries and other memorials to the fallen comrades of these veterans and their families have not been maintained and respected appropriately: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses great concern that the Socialist Republic of Vietnam fails to provide adequate support or services to thousands of South Vietnamese Veterans; (2) calls on the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to provide aid to Republic of Vietnam Veterans and support disabled Veterans; (3) calls on the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to recognize the service of South Vietnam’s Veterans as a means to heal the scars of war; (4) urges the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to honor their former opponents by providing for the maintenance and upkeep of the Binh An Cemetery (formerly the Bien Hoa Military Cemetery); and (5) calls on the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to designate the Binh An Cemetery as a protected historic site of cultural significance.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 299 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 2, 2017 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1180) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide compensatory time for employees in the private sector; providing for proceedings during the period from May 5, 2017, through May 15, 2017; and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 1180) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide compensatory time for employees in the private sector. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Education and the Workforce now printed in the bill, an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115–15 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 Education and the Workforce; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. 2. On any legislative day during the period from May 5, 2017, through May 15, 2017— (a) the Journal of the proceedings of the previous day shall be considered as approved; and (b) the Chair may at any time declare the House adjourned to meet at a date and time, within the limits of clause 4, section 5, article I of the Constitution, to be announced by the Chair in declaring the adjournment. 3. The Speaker may appoint Members to perform the duties of the Chair for the duration of the period addressed by section 2 of this resolution as though under clause 8(a) of rule I. 4. It shall be in order at any time on the legislative day of May 4, 2017, or May 5, 2017, 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. 5. 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 legislative day of May 5, 2017.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 44 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 299 [Report No. 115–106] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 1, 2017 Mr. Byrne , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1180) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide compensatory time for employees in the private sector; providing for proceedings during the period from May 5, 2017, through May 15, 2017; and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 1180) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide compensatory time for employees in the private sector. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Education and the Workforce now printed in the bill, an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115-15 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 Education and the Workforce; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. 2. On any legislative day during the period from May 5, 2017, through May 15, 2017 — (a) the Journal of the proceedings of the previous day shall be considered as approved; and (b) the Chair may at any time declare the House adjourned to meet at a date and time, within the limits of clause 4, section 5, article I of the Constitution, to be announced by the Chair in declaring the adjournment. 3. The Speaker may appoint Members to perform the duties of the Chair for the duration of the period addressed by section 2 of this resolution as though under clause 8(a) of rule I. 4. It shall be in order at any time on the legislative day of May 4, 2017, or May 5, 2017, 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. 5. 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 legislative day of May 5, 2017.

May 1, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 301 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 1, 2017 Mr. Ryan of Ohio (for himself and Mr. Joyce of Ohio ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of May 30 as National Bartter Syndrome Day .

Whereas bartter syndrome is a rare kidney condition that causes an imbalance of potassium, sodium, chloride, and other molecules in the body; Whereas the antenatal form of bartter syndrome, which begins before birth, is often life-threatening and is characterized by abnormally high levels of amniotic fluid surrounding the affected fetus, premature delivery, and salt loss; Whereas the classical form of bartter syndrome, which begins in early childhood and tends to be less severe, causes individuals to experience fatigue, muscle weakness, growth delay, and developmental delay; Whereas bartter syndrome likely affects approximately one per million people worldwide, although the exact prevalence is unknown; Whereas increased awareness and research of the bartter syndrome will promote accurate and early recognition of the disorder and help families with children suffering from this condition cope with the associated difficulties; and Whereas May 30 would be an appropriate date to designate as “National Bartter Syndrome Day”: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of “National Bartter Syndrome Day”.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 302 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 1, 2017 Mr. Veasey submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of May 2017 as Health and Fitness Month .

Whereas 2/3 of adults and nearly 1 in 3 children are overweight or obese in the United States; Whereas unhealthy eating habits and lack of physical activity have contributed to the obesity epidemic in the United States; Whereas the prevalence of obesity in the United States more than doubled from 15 percent to 34 percent among adults and more than tripled from 5 percent to 17 percent among children and adolescents from 1980 to 2008; Whereas an obese teenager is 70 percent more likely to become an obese adult; Whereas obesity is more common among non-Hispanic Black teenagers (29 percent) than Hispanic teenagers (17.5 percent) or non-Hispanic White teenagers (14.5 percent); Whereas 70 percent of American Indian/Alaskan Native adults are overweight or obese; Whereas studies indicate that overweight youth may never achieve a healthy weight; Whereas a poor diet is associated with major health risks that can cause illness and even death; Whereas in addition to healthy eating, people in the United States can experience positive health benefits and be on the path for a better future by incorporating physical activity into daily life, including 30 minutes for adults and 60 minutes for children; Whereas physical activity can help prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and stroke, control weight, reduce fat, condition the heart and lungs, improve sleep, decrease the potential of becoming depressed, increase energy and self-esteem, relieve stress, and increase the chances of living longer; and Whereas May 2017 would be an appropriate month to designate as Health and Fitness Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Health and Fitness Month ; and (2) supports efforts to educate the people of the United States on the importance of a healthy and nutritious lifestyle.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 303 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 2, 2017 RESOLUTION Electing a Member to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Member be, and is hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Education and the Workforce : Mr. Estes of Kansas. Committee on Small Business : Mr. Estes of Kansas.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 304 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 2, 2017 Ms. Shea-Porter (for herself, Mr. Engel , and Mr. Harper ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month .

Whereas 7,100,000, or 9.5 percent, of children in the United States currently have asthma, and that percentage has risen steadily since the 1980s; Whereas 25,000,000, or 1 in 12, people in the United States have asthma, and the numbers are increasing each year; Whereas on average, in 2008 children missed 4 days of school and adults missed 5 days of work because of asthma; Whereas asthma is the most common noncommunicable disease among children; Whereas 1,800,000 individuals per year visit emergency departments because of asthma’s effects; Whereas asthma costs the United States about $3,300 in medical expenses per person with asthma each year from 2002 to 2007; Whereas medical expenses associated with asthma increased from $48,600,000,000 in 2002 to $50,100,000,000 in 2007; Whereas fewer than half of people with asthma report being taught how to avoid triggers, which are key to the prevention of asthma attacks; Whereas asthma is a manageable disease; and Whereas May would be an appropriate month to designate as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month ; (2) encourages awareness of the prevalence of asthma and allergies, including heightened prevalence among women, minority, and urban demographics; (3) recognizes and salutes health care professionals who treat asthma and allergy-related health issues; (4) recognizes and salutes researchers working to identify asthma and allergy cures; (5) recognizes and reaffirms commitment to public education about asthma and allergy treatment and symptoms and to advancing care for both asthma and allergy conditions; and (6) supports investment in researching the prevention, treatment, and eradication of asthma.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 305 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 3, 2017 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 244) to encourage effective, voluntary investments to recruit, employ, and retain men and women who have served in the United States military with annual Federal awards to employers recognizing such efforts, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the bill (H.R. 244) to encourage effective, voluntary investments to recruit, employ, and retain men and women who have served in the United States military with annual Federal awards to employers recognizing such efforts, and for other purposes, with the Senate amendments thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a single motion offered by the chair of the Committee on Appropriations or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendments numbered 2 and 3, and that the House concur in the Senate amendment numbered 1 with an amendment consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115–16 modified by the amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. The Senate amendments and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to final adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question. 2. The chair of the Committee on Appropriations may insert in the Congressional Record not later than May 3, 2017, such material as he may deem explanatory of the Senate amendments and the motion specified in the first section of this resolution. 3. The chair of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence may insert in the Congressional Record not later than May 3, 2017, such material as he may deem explanatory of intelligence authorization measures for the fiscal year 2017.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 45 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 305 [Report No. 115–108] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 2, 2017 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 Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 244) to encourage effective, voluntary investments to recruit, employ, and retain men and women who have served in the United States military with annual Federal awards to employers recognizing such efforts, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the bill (H.R. 244) to encourage effective, voluntary investments to recruit, employ, and retain men and women who have served in the United States military with annual Federal awards to employers recognizing such efforts, and for other purposes, with the Senate amendments thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a single motion offered by the chair of the Committee on Appropriations or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendments numbered 2 and 3, and that the House concur in the Senate amendment numbered 1 with an amendment consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115-16 modified by the amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. The Senate amendments and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to final adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question. 2. The chair of the Committee on Appropriations may insert in the Congressional Record not later than May 3, 2017, such material as he may deem explanatory of the Senate amendments and the motion specified in the first section of this resolution. 3. The chair of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence may insert in the Congressional Record not later than May 3, 2017, such material as he may deem explanatory of intelligence authorization measures for the fiscal year 2017.

May 2, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 308 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 4, 2017 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2192) to amend the Public Health Service Act to eliminate the non-application of certain State waiver provisions to Members of Congress and congressional staff, and providing for further consideration of the bill (H.R. 1628) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2017.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 2192) to amend the Public Health Service Act to eliminate the non-application of certain State waiver provisions to Members of Congress and congressional staff. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any 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 Energy and Commerce; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. During further consideration of the bill (H.R. 1628) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2017, as amended, pursuant to House Resolution 228, the further amendments printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be considered as adopted.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 46 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 308 [Report No. 115–109] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 3, 2017 Mr. Collins of Georgia , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2192) to amend the Public Health Service Act to eliminate the non-application of certain State waiver provisions to Members of Congress and congressional staff, and providing for further consideration of the bill (H.R. 1628) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2017.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 2192) to amend the Public Health Service Act to eliminate the non-application of certain State waiver provisions to Members of Congress and congressional staff. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any 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 Energy and Commerce; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. During further consideration of the bill (H.R. 1628) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2017, as amended, pursuant to House Resolution 228, the further amendments printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be considered as adopted.

May 3, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 309 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 3, 2017 Mr. Carson of Indiana submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Poppy Day.

Whereas Poppies are worn and displayed as a symbolic tribute to fallen and future veterans and members of the Armed Forces; Whereas the use of the poppy symbolically comes from the poem In Flanders Fields , which movingly begins, In Flanders Fields the poppies blow, between the crosses, row on row , referring to the poppies that sprang up in the churned-up earth of newly dug soldiers’ graves in parts of Belgium and France following World War I; Whereas at the end of World War I, the American Legion adopted the poppy as a symbol of freedom and the blood sacrificed by members of the Armed Forces in war; Whereas the American Legion has long utilized the red poppy as its official flower, symbolizing the blood shed by those who have served in the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the poppy is worn in England and Canada on Remembrance Day, also known as Armistice Day and Poppy Day, to commemorate members of the armed forces who have died in the line of duty; Whereas as the United States commemorates the 100th anniversary of its entrance into World War I and the American Legion approaches its 100th anniversary, it is fitting to expand the meaning the poppy and formally recognize its historic symbolism; Whereas wearing a poppy can unite citizens from across the country who wish to show their patriotism and appreciation for those who serve as members of the United States Armed Forces; and Whereas the Friday before each Memorial Day is an appropriate day to recognize as National Poppy Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Poppy Day; and (2) encourages all citizens, residents, and visitors of the United States to join in observing National Poppy Day to honor every member of the Armed Forces who has died in the name of liberty, freedom, and democracy while also showing their support for living veterans, members of the Armed Forces, and their families.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 312 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 3, 2017 Mr. Graves of Missouri (for himself, Ms. DelBene , Mr. Perlmutter , Mr. Loebsack , Mr. Luetkemeyer , Mr. Emmer , Mr. Guthrie , Mr. Pallone , Mr. Bost , and Mr. McGovern ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Recognizing the roles and contributions of America’s teachers to building and enhancing the Nation’s civic, cultural, and economic well-being.

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

That the House of Representatives thanks and promotes the profession of teaching by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to participate in teacher appreciation events during National Teacher Appreciation Week.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 313 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 3, 2017 Mr. Thomas J. Rooney of Florida submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to exclude certain provisions relating to water resources development projects of the Corps of Engineers or the Bureau of Reclamation from the definition of congressional earmark, and for other purposes.

Whereas the Rules of the House of Representatives define an earmark as a Member request for funding targeted to a specific State, locality, or congressional district, other than through a statutory or administrative formula-driven or competitive award process; Whereas the Congressional Research Service reports that 85 percent of Corps of Engineers projects (Corps projects) and 75 percent of Bureau of Reclamation projects (Reclamation projects) are geographically specific studies or projects, and the appropriation of funds for Corps and Reclamation projects is not determined through a formula-driven or competitive award process; and Whereas the appropriation of funds for Corps and Reclamation projects is not intended to supersede applicable allocation authorities under section 302(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 ( 2 U.S.C. 633(a) ), or to preclude the requirement that a Corps or Reclamation project receive an authorization prior to the allocation of appropriations for the project: Now, therefore, be it

1. Short title This resolution may be cited as the Responsible Environmental Preservation and American Infrastructure Restoration Resolution or the REPAIR Resolution . 2. Exclusion of certain water resources development projects from definition of congressional earmark Clause 9(e) of rule XXI of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended— (1) by striking (e) For the purpose and inserting (e)(1) For the purpose ; and (2) by adding at the end the following: (2) For the purpose of this clause, the term congressional earmark does not include a provision or report language described in subparagraph (1) if the provision or report language provides, authorizes, or recommends an amount of discretionary budget authority for a project of the Corps of Engineers or the Bureau of Reclamation. .
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 316 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 4, 2017 Mr. Rohrabacher (for himself and Mr. Meeks ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Celebrating the success of the Marshall Plan in fostering peace and prosperity in the seven decades since its conception and affirming the continued relevance of the Marshall Plan for the United States and its global allies and the values for which it stood.

Whereas 2017 marks the 70th year since the European Recovery Program, or what came to known as the Marshall Plan , was first conceived and proclaimed by General George Catlett Marshall while he was serving as U.S. Secretary of State; Whereas the Marshall Plan has been hailed by leaders of World War II allied and enemy countries alike as the most magnanimous act by Americans in history; Whereas the Marshall Plan made possible new measures of transatlantic cooperation through the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and other institutions; Whereas these institutional developments have profoundly enhanced the security, freedom, and prosperity of the United States and the Atlantic Community generally; Whereas new challenges continue to arise which call for recommitment to and reinvigoration of these institutions and for their continued viability; Whereas creative thought and rededication to the ideals and principles undergirding the Marshall Plan are now necessary in order to assure the preservation and perfection of these institutions; and Whereas the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the Marshall Plan provides a fitting opportunity for rededication of commitments to these institutions: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) acknowledges that the spirit of magnanimity and innovation with which the Marshall Plan was enacted are as essential to United States foreign policy now as they were in 1947; (2) believes the success of the Marshall Plan in fostering peace and prosperity in the past 70 years should serve as a beacon for the people of the United States and the world as we address the challenges of the present; and (3) calls upon all Americans to rededicate themselves to the ideals that inspired the Marshall Plan: international cooperation, democracy, free enterprise, and universal respect for all.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 318 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 8, 2017 Mr. Walberg (for himself, Mr. Pocan , Mr. Burgess , and Mr. Peterson ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Promoting awareness of motorcycle profiling and encouraging collaboration and communication with the motorcycle community and law enforcement officials to prevent instances of profiling.

Whereas motorcycle ridership has continued to increase over time with registrations growing from 3,826,373 in 1997 to 8,600,936 in 2015; Whereas, as of August 2016, the ongoing National Motorcycle Profiling Survey 2016, conducted by the Motorcycle Profiling Project, found that approximately 1/2 of the motorcyclists surveyed felt that they had been profiled by law enforcement at least once; Whereas motorcycle profiling means the illegal use of the fact that a person rides a motorcycle or wears motorcycle related apparel as a factor in deciding to stop and question, take enforcement action, arrest, or search a person or vehicle with or without legal basis under the Constitution of the United States; Whereas complaints surrounding motorcycle profiling have been cited in all 50 States; Whereas nationwide protests to raise awareness and combat motorcycle profiling have been held in multiple States; Whereas in 2011, Washington signed into law legislation stating that the criminal justice training commission shall ensure that issues related to motorcycle profiling are addressed in basic law enforcement training and offered to in-service law enforcement officers in conjunction with existing training regarding profiling; Whereas reported incidents of motorcycle profiling have dropped approximately 90 percent in the State of Washington since the 2011 legislation was signed into law; and Whereas in the spring of 2016, Maryland became the second State to pass a law addressing the issue of motorcycle profiling: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) promotes increased public awareness on the issue of motorcycle profiling; (2) encourages collaboration and communication with the motorcycle community and law enforcement to engage in efforts to end motorcycle profiling; and (3) urges State law enforcement officials to include statements condemning motorcycle profiling in written policies and training materials.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 321 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 11, 2017 Ms. Meng (for herself and Mr. Royce of California ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued in honor of the Chinese railroad workers from 1865 to 1869, and that the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp be issued.

Whereas the Transcontinental Railroad was one of the most remarkable engineering feats of the 19th century; Whereas the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad took six years and stretched for nearly 2,000 miles; Whereas the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad facilitated commerce and reduced cross-country travel times from 6 months to a single week after being completed; Whereas the 150th anniversary of the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad will take place on May 10, 2019; Whereas nearly 12,000 Chinese immigrants were employed in the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad, comprising more than 80 percent of the workforce of Central Pacific Railroad Company; Whereas the Chinese railroad workers were considered indispensable by their foremen and were respected for their work ethic and discipline; Whereas the Chinese railroad workers set a world record by laying 10 miles of railroad track in just one work day; Whereas the Chinese railroad workers were given the most difficult, dangerous jobs and were paid lower wages than other railroad workers; Whereas nearly 1,200 Chinese railroad workers died from work accidents, avalanches, and explosions while working in the Sierra Nevada Mountains; Whereas the Department of Labor has inducted the Chinese railroad workers into the Labor Hall of Honor for their courage in organizing in pursuit of fair wages and safe working conditions; Whereas the Chinese railroad workers set an example for the millions of Asian Americans who came to the United States after them through their fight against discrimination; Whereas both the descendants of these workers and the wider Asian-American community view the sacrifices of the Chinese railroad workers as being integral to the creation of the vibrant and growing Asian-American community that exists throughout the country today; and Whereas the Chinese railroad workers continue to have a profound, positive impact on the American way of life by advancing the ideals of equal opportunity and the dignity of work for everyone: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) a commemorative postage stamp should be issued by the United States Postal Service honoring the Chinese railroad workers; and (2) the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a postage stamp be issued.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 323 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 17, 2017 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 115) to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide additional aggravating factors for the imposition of the death penalty based on the status of the victim.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 115) to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide additional aggravating factors for the imposition of the death penalty based on the status of the victim. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on the Judiciary now printed in the bill, an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115–17 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 the Judiciary; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 49 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 323 [Report No. 115–126] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 16, 2017 Mr. Buck , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 115) to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide additional aggravating factors for the imposition of the death penalty based on the status of the victim.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 115) to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide additional aggravating factors for the imposition of the death penalty based on the status of the victim. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on the Judiciary now printed in the bill, an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115-17 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 the Judiciary; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

May 16, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 324 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 18, 2017 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1039) to amend section 3606 of title 18, United States Code, to grant probation officers authority to arrest hostile third parties who obstruct or impede a probation officer in the performance of official duties.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 1039) to amend section 3606 of title 18, United States Code, to grant probation officers authority to arrest hostile third parties who obstruct or impede a probation officer in the performance of official duties. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any 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 the Judiciary; (2) the 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 a division of the question; and (3) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 50 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 324 [Report No. 115–127] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 16, 2017 Mr. Collins of Georgia , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1039) to amend section 3606 of title 18, United States Code, to grant probation officers authority to arrest hostile third parties who obstruct or impede a probation officer in the performance of official duties.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 1039) to amend section 3606 of title 18, United States Code, to grant probation officers authority to arrest hostile third parties who obstruct or impede a probation officer in the performance of official duties. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any 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 the Judiciary; (2) the 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 a division of the question; and (3) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

May 16, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 326 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 16, 2017 Mr. Payne submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of the week of May 15 though 19, 2017, as Infrastructure Week.

Whereas the term infrastructure generally refers to long-lived, capital-intensive systems and facilities, such as freight and passenger highway, aviation, railroad, water resources development, and telecommunications systems and facilities; Whereas former Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx announced in his report on the status of America’s infrastructure that the Nation needs $926 billion of infrastructure investment to address the backlog of unmet capital investment needs and to prepare the Nation’s roads, bridges, and transit systems for increased usage in the decades ahead; Whereas Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor is the busiest rail line in North America, with approximately 2,200 Amtrak, commuter, and freight trains operating in the Corridor daily; Whereas the deadline for railroads to implement a life-saving technology called Positive Train Control is December 31, 2018; Whereas, without infrastructure investment, 30 percent of rail miles in primary corridors will be operating above capacity by 2035, causing severe congestion that will affect every region of the United States and potentially shift freight to the Nation’s already heavily congested highway system; Whereas the cost of bringing the Nation’s rail transit and bus systems into a state of good repair is estimated at $90 billion; Whereas Congress can reinvigorate wastewater infrastructure investments by reauthorizing the Clean Water State Revolving Fund program at a minimum Federal funding level of $20 billion over 5 years; Whereas according to its most recent Clean Watersheds Needs Survey, the Environmental Protection Agency reports that the total capital cost of meeting the Nation’s wastewater and stormwater treatment needs over the next 25 years is $271 billion; Whereas by 2025, the projected shortfall in airport infrastructure investment may cause the loss of nearly 257,000 jobs and $337 billion in lost gross domestic product (GDP); Whereas since 2012, Congress has provided only $3.35 billion per year in funding for the Airport Improvement Program (AIP), while airports collect another $3 billion each year in locally imposed Passenger Facility Charges (PFCs); and Whereas the week of May 15 though 19, 2017, is an appropriate week to designate as Infrastructure Week: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) celebrates the dedication and contributions of the contractors and small business owners that will take part in future infrastructure projects across the Nation; (2) supports the goal of thoroughly drafting and expediently submitting a transportation and infrastructure plan to build the Nation’s roads; (3) commits to engaging diverse contractors in future infrastructure projects; and (4) calls upon the people of the United States to observe Infrastructure Week with appropriate advocacy, programs, and activities.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 328 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 16, 2017 Mr. Suozzi (for himself and Mr. Francis Rooney of Florida ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the reunification of Jerusalem, and for other purposes.

Whereas June 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of the Six Day War and the reunification of Jerusalem; Whereas Jerusalem has been the focal point of Jewish religious devotion and the site of a continuous Jewish presence for over three millennia, with a Jewish majority since at least 1896; Whereas Jerusalem is also a holy city for the Christian and Muslim faiths; Whereas from 1948 to 1967 Jerusalem was a divided city, and Israeli citizens of all faiths as well as Jews of all nationalities were denied access to holy sites in eastern Jerusalem, including the Old City, in which the Western Wall is located; Whereas since 1967, the rights of all faiths have been respected, and people of all faiths have been permitted to visit their holy sites; Whereas Israel has continued to be one of America’s closest and most reliable allies; and Whereas it is the long-standing policy of the United States to see a durable and sustainable peace agreement between Israel and the Palestinians resulting in two states: a Jewish, democratic state living side by side next to a demilitarized Palestinian state in peace and security: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the 50th anniversary of the reunification of Jerusalem; (2) re-affirms its support for Israel’s commitment to religious freedom and protection of holy sites in Jerusalem; (3) continues to support strengthening the mutually beneficial American-Israeli alliance; (4) commends Egypt and Jordan, former combatant states of the Six Day War, who in subsequent years had the wisdom and courage to embrace a vision of peace and coexistence with Israel and have continued to respect their respective peace agreements; and (5) urges all parties in the Middle East to rededicate themselves to finding a sustainable solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that results in two states living side by side in peace and security.