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IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 147 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 17, 2017 Mr. Al Green of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce , and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned RESOLUTION Expressing concern regarding the prevalence of hexavalent chromium in drinking water in the United States.

Whereas hexavalent chromium, also referred to as chromium-6, was found at elevated levels in the drinking water sources of over 200,000,000 Americans in all 50 States; Whereas in 2008, the National Toxicology Program found that ingestion of hexavalent chromium was shown to cause increased incidences of cancer in laboratory rats and mice; Whereas in 2010, the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment set a public health goal for hexavalent chromium of 0.02 parts per billion in drinking water; Whereas in 2010, New Jersey’s Drinking Water Quality Institute drafted a health-based maximum contaminant level for hexavalent chromium of 0.07 parts per billion in drinking water; Whereas in 2016, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services established a health based screening level for hexavalent chromium of 0.07 parts per billion in drinking water; Whereas between 2014 and 2016, the levels of hexavalent chromium in test results collected by the Environmental Protection Agency for the zip code 77099 contained areas that exceeded 6.0 parts per billion based on analysis from the Environmental Working Group, one of the leading environmental research organizations in the United States; Whereas the Environmental Protection Agency is in the process of drafting a toxicological review of acceptable levels of hexavalent chromium found in drinking water; and Whereas all Americans deserve access to clean drinking water: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the importance of protecting the American people from drinking water polluted with carcinogens; (2) encourages State and local governments to collaborate and set reasonable standards for hexavalent chromium in drinking water to ensure the safety of their constituents; (3) encourages the Environmental Protection Agency to complete their health review and establish standards for hexavalent chromium found in drinking water; (4) encourages consideration of a tax break for persons living in areas that exceed standards established by the Environmental Protection Agency who purchase a filtration system to mitigate the effects of hexavalent chromium; and (5) encourages appropriate agencies at all levels of government to determine the causes of harmful levels of hexavalent chromium and take appropriate mitigation actions.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 148 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 17, 2017 Mr. Higgins of New York submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of National Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month .

Whereas multiple myeloma (or myeloma) is a cancer of plasma cells in the bone marrow and is called multiple because the cancer can occur at various sites in the body; Whereas multiple myeloma causes a variety of adverse health effects, including a weakened immune system, anemia, kidney damage, and bone deterioration; Whereas multiple myeloma is the second most common blood cancer worldwide; Whereas multiple myeloma currently affects more than 100,000 people in the United States, with about 30,330 new diagnoses and 12,650 deaths from the disease occurring in 2016, according to the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Program of the National Cancer Institute; Whereas although multiple myeloma has been and continues to be most frequently diagnosed among those 65 and over, the disease is increasingly being diagnosed in younger individuals, including those in their 30s, 40s and 50s; Whereas multiple myeloma is almost twice as likely to occur among African-Americans and is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths among African-Americans, with scientific understanding of the disparity remaining unknown; Whereas although the cause of multiple myeloma remains unknown, robust research is being performed in the United States and internationally into potential genetic, environmental, and other risk factors; Whereas additional new drugs and therapies are in the research phase, with patient enrollment in clinical trials playing an important role in determining safe and effective treatments; Whereas understanding and treatment of multiple myeloma has been greatly furthered by advocacy initiatives promoting awareness, education, research, peer review, and collaboration and such efforts are to be highly commended; Whereas greater awareness of multiple myeloma among clinicians and the public can lead to earlier detection and treatment, improving health outcomes and bringing comfort to patients and their families; and Whereas March would be an appropriate month to designate as National Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of National Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month to increase public knowledge of the disease and advance the vision of finding a cure for multiple myeloma.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 149 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 17, 2017 Mr. Peters (for himself, Mr. Kilmer , Mr. O'Halleran , and Mr. Coffman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the House to meet 5 days a week for 39 weeks each year.

That (a) rule XIV of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: 7. There shall be votes held in the House or in the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for 5 consecutive days each week except— (a) during any recess there shall be no votes, except there shall be not more than 13 recess weeks during each calendar year; or (b) during any week in which there is a holiday, then votes shall be held on 4 days. . (b) The amendment made by subsection (a) shall take effect with the first session of Congress beginning on the date of adoption of this resolution.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 151 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 27, 2017 RESOLUTION Honoring the life of former Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Robert Henry Bob Michel.

Whereas the death of the late Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Robert H. Bob Michel, on February 17, 2017, has created not only a personal loss to his family, his many colleagues, and friends, but also a great loss to the Nation; Whereas Bob Michel led a remarkable life, personally blessed with four children, eight grandchildren, and two great grandchildren; Whereas Bob Michel was born and raised in Peoria, Illinois; Whereas as a young man, Bob Michel joined the United States Army at the height of World War II, landing on the beaches of Normandy and fighting across Europe through the Battle of the Bulge, earning two Bronze Stars, four Battle stars, and the Purple Heart for his wounds; Whereas Bob Michel returned home from Europe, graduated from Bradley University, and embarked on a career in public service that would span 44 years; Whereas Bob Michel was then elected to Congress, going on to serve honorably for 38 years representing Peoria and much of Central Illinois with great distinction, and was chosen by his colleagues to serve them as House Minority Whip, and for 14 years as the elected Republican Minority Leader of the House of Representatives; Whereas Bob Michel’s formidable legislative skills were invaluable in enacting key initiatives of President Reagan and President George H.W. Bush on behalf of the people; Whereas Bob Michel will be long remembered by all for his strong dedication to responsible public service and his love of the people of the United States; Whereas Bob Michel conducted himself as a leader with a commitment to civil discourse, personal dignity, political consensus, and adherence to fundamental human values; Whereas Bob Michel’s public service culminated in the award of the Nation's highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom; and Whereas in the House of Representatives and in his life, Bob Michel’s uncommon decency and generosity of spirit were evident to all who knew and worked with him: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) honors the life, achievements, and distinguished public service of Bob Michel; and (2) expresses its condolences to his family on his passing.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 154 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 27, 2017 Mr. Kennedy (for himself, Ms. Matsui , Mr. Engel , Mr. Schrader , Mr. Sarbanes , Ms. Castor of Florida , and Mr. Cárdenas ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Of inquiry requesting the President of the United States and directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to transmit certain information to the House of Representatives relating to plans to repeal or replace the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and the health-related measures of the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010.

That the President of the United States is requested and the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services is directed to transmit to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, all documents, memoranda, and advisory legal opinions, including notes from meetings, memos, and telephone and electronic mail records, relating to plans to repeal or replace the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ( Public Law 111–148 ) and the health-related measures of the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 ( Public Law 111–152 ).
IV House Calendar No. 24 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 154 [Report No. 115–54] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 27, 2017 Mr. Kennedy (for himself, Ms. Matsui , Mr. Engel , Mr. Schrader , Mr. Sarbanes , Ms. Castor of Florida , and Mr. Cárdenas ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce March 21, 2017 Additional sponsors: Ms. Eshoo , Ms. Schakowsky , Mr. Tonko , Mr. Welch , Mr. Keating , Mr. Cohen , Mr. Pocan , Mr. Capuano , Mr. Loebsack , Mr. Rush , Mr. Moulton , Mr. Yarmuth , Mr. Butterfield , and Ms. Tsongas March 21, 2017 Reported adversely, referred to the House Calendar, and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Of inquiry requesting the President of the United States and directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to transmit certain information to the House of Representatives relating to plans to repeal or replace the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and the health-related measures of the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010.

That the President of the United States is requested and the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services is directed to transmit to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, all documents, memoranda, and advisory legal opinions, including notes from meetings, memos, and telephone and electronic mail records, relating to plans to repeal or replace the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ( Public Law 111–148 ) and the health-related measures of the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 ( Public Law 111–152 ).

March 21, 2017 Reported adversely, referred to the House Calendar, and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 160 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 1, 2017 Mr. Cicilline (for himself, Ms. Schakowsky , Ms. Matsui , Mr. Cartwright , Mr. Brendan F. Boyle of Pennsylvania , Ms. Wasserman Schultz , Ms. Lofgren , Mr. Pocan , Mr. Grijalva , Ms. Shea-Porter , Mr. Langevin , Ms. Roybal-Allard , Ms. Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico , Ms. Bonamici , Ms. Pingree , Ms. Kaptur , Mr. Connolly , Mr. McNerney , Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney of New York , Ms. Fudge , Mr. Cohen , Mr. Garamendi , Mr. Deutch , Ms. Titus , and Ms. Slaughter ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish a Permanent Select Committee on Aging.

That rule X of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: Permanent Select Committee on Aging 12. There is established a Permanent Select Committee on Aging which shall not have legislative jurisdiction but which shall have jurisdiction— (1) to conduct a continuing comprehensive study and review of the problems of the older American, including but not limited to income maintenance, poverty, housing, health (including medical research), welfare, employment, education, recreation, and long-term care; (2) to study the use of all practicable means and methods of encouraging the development of public and private programs and policies which will assist the older American in taking a full part in national life and which will encourage the utilization of the knowledge, skills, special aptitudes, and abilities of older Americans to contribute to a better quality of life for all Americans; (3) to develop policies that would encourage the coordination of both governmental and private programs designed to deal with problems of aging; and (4) to review any recommendations made by the President or by the White House Conference on aging relation to programs or policies affecting older Americans. .
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 161 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 1, 2017 Ms. Fudge (for herself and Mr. Tiberi ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.

Whereas October 20, 1917, was the date on which the constitution and bylaws of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (then known as the American Dietetic Association) were adopted; Whereas the Academy was founded in Cleveland, Ohio, by a group of visionary women dedicated to helping the American government conserve food and improve the public’s health and nutrition during World War I; Whereas during its first century, the Academy has grown from a charter membership of 58 into a worldwide, diverse membership of more than 75,000 registered dietitian nutritionists, dietetic technicians, scientists, clinicians, educators, students, and other food and nutrition practitioners; Whereas members of the Academy have from the organization’s founding to the present day played a pivotal role in shaping the public’s food choices, improving people’s nutritional status, and preventing and treating chronic diseases across the lifecycle; and Whereas October 20, 2017, should be commemorated as the 100th anniversary of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; and (2) expresses hope that the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics proudly will enter its second century and honor its distinguished history by continuing to improve the Nation’s health, by setting as bold a vision for the future as its founders did in 1917, and by advancing the profession of dietetics through research, education and advocacy.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 162 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 1, 2017 Mr. Huffman (for himself, Ms. Speier , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Mrs. Beatty , Ms. Brownley of California , Ms. Clark of Massachusetts , Ms. Clarke of New York , Mr. Cohen , Mr. Conyers , Mr. Delaney , Mr. DeSaulnier , Mrs. Dingell , Mr. Donovan , Mr. Ellison , Mr. Espaillat , Mr. Evans , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Guthrie , Mr. Himes , Ms. Jackson Lee , Ms. Jayapal , Mr. Jenkins of West Virginia , Ms. Jenkins of Kansas , Mr. Jones , Ms. Kaptur , Mr. Knight , Ms. Kuster of New Hampshire , Mr. Langevin , Mr. Larson of Connecticut , Mrs. Lawrence , Ms. Lee , Mr. Ted Lieu of California , Mr. Lowenthal , Ms. Meng , Ms. Moore , Ms. Norton , Mr. Pallone , Mr. Panetta , Mr. Peters , Ms. Roybal-Allard , Mr. Rush , Mr. Ryan of Ohio , Ms. Shea-Porter , Ms. Slaughter , Mr. Smith of Washington , Mr. Swalwell of California , Mr. Takano , Ms. Titus , Mr. Thompson of California , Mrs. Torres , Mr. Vargas , Ms. Velázquez , Mr. Walz , Ms. Wasserman Schultz , Mr. Yarmuth , and Mr. Farenthold ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Expressing support for 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 million women working during World War II; Whereas Americans have chosen to honor female workers who contributed on the home front during World War II; Whereas these women left their homes to work or volunteer full-time in factories, farms, shipyards, airplane factories, banks, and other institutions in support of the military overseas; Whereas these women worked with the USO and 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 such women and their descendants; Whereas these women and their descendants wish to further the advancement of patriotic ideas, excellence in the workplace, and loyalty to the United States of America; and Whereas March 21, 2017, during Women’s History Month, would be an appropriate date to designate as National Rosie the Riveter Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Rosie the Riveter Day ; and (2) acknowledges the important role played by women in World War II.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 163 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 1, 2017 Mr. Payne submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of March 2017, as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

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

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate awareness and educational activities.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 165 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 2, 2017 Mr. Wilson of South Carolina submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce , and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs , and Financial Services , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to polio.

Whereas polio has paralyzed millions and killed untold numbers of others throughout history, yet continues to remain a public health threat in today's world, despite being easily preventable by vaccination; Whereas while polio has been eradicated in nearly every country, it remains in 3 countries, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Nigeria, placing children around the world, including in the United States, at risk; Whereas the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, a partnership with Rotary International (by establishing the historic PolioPlus Program), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization, the United Nations Children’s Fund, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, in collaboration with national governments, exists and seeks to forever end polio as an illness; and Whereas the United States has the capacity to act to speed the eradication of polio by assisting in the targeting of its few remaining reservoirs and supporting the efforts of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative around the globe: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses serious concern about the public health threat posed by polio; (2) implores the United Nations and its component agencies, the private sector, private voluntary organizations, nongovernmental organizations, concerned States, and international financial institutions to act with haste and manifold dedication to eradicate polio by 2018; and (3) calls upon the executive branch to provide the necessary human and material resources to end the scourge of polio once and for all, including closely monitoring laboratory stocks of the polio virus.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 166 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 2, 2017 Mr. Amodei (for himself and Mr. Welch ) 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 the United States postal facility network is an asset of significant value and the United States Postal Service should take appropriate measures to maintain, modernize and fully utilize the existing post office network for economic growth.

Whereas the postal facility network is an integral part of universal service and should be modernized to make universal service relevant for the 21st century; Whereas the closure of post offices in rural communities would create an economic burden for people in the United States that depend on universal service for communication, package services, and non-typical postal services; Whereas the closure process of post offices does not adequately take into account community input; Whereas post offices are recognized as secure and trustworthy, and could function as the location for other government services, community events, and emergency services; and Whereas post offices have become a part of the identity of rural communities, and provide a significant social value: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Postal Service should take all appropriate measures to modernize and maintain a post office network.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 167 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 2, 2017 Mr. Cartwright (for himself and Ms. Norton ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of the week of February 26 to March 4, 2017, as National Spinal CSF Leak Awareness Week .

Whereas spinal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak, also known as intracranial hypotension, is an important, disabling, underdiagnosed but treatable cause of new onset headache; Whereas cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) bathes and supports the brain and spinal cord; Whereas when the connective tissue known as dura that holds CSF in around the spinal cord has a hole or tear, the result is a loss of CSF volume; Whereas the most common symptom is a disabling positional headache that is worse when upright and improved when lying down; Whereas spinal CSF leaks may cause a wide range of symptoms and serious complications, including stroke, dementia, Parkinsonism, coma, and even death; Whereas the causes of spinal CSF leaks include those that arise from trauma or medical procedures, as well as those that occur spontaneously; Whereas the diagnosis is often missed or delayed due to low awareness by health care providers, contributing to additional suffering; Whereas the sensitivity of diagnostic imaging is currently inadequate to confirm the diagnosis and/or locate the leak in many cases, which impacts treatment options and outcomes; Whereas current treatment options are limited to epidural patching procedures and a range of neurosurgical procedures; Whereas the incidence and prevalence of this disorder has been challenging to study due to underdiagnosis; Whereas funding for research of this disorder is lacking; and Whereas greater awareness and understanding of this disorder are vital to ensure the diagnosis, treatment, and best possible outcomes for patients: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Spinal CSF Leak Awareness Week ; and (2) recognizes the importance of understanding the impact of this disorder.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 168 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 2, 2017 Mr. Rodney Davis of Illinois (for himself and Mrs. Davis of California ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Encouraging people in the United States to recognize March 2, 2017, as Read Across America Day.

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

That the House of Representatives— (1) honors Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss, for his success in encouraging children to discover the joy of reading; (2) honors the 20th anniversary of Read Across America Day; (3) encourages parents to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day in honor of the commitment of the House of Representatives to building a Nation of readers; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to observe Read Across America Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 169 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 2, 2017 Mr. Neal (for himself, Mr. Kennedy , Ms. Pingree , Mr. Welch , Ms. Clark of Massachusetts , Mr. Larson of Connecticut , Mr. Poliquin , Mr. Keating , Mr. Courtney , Mr. Lynch , Ms. Kuster of New Hampshire , Ms. DeLauro , Mr. Moulton , Ms. Shea-Porter , Mr. McGovern , Mr. Cicilline , Mr. Capuano , Ms. Esty , and Mr. Himes ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Congratulating the New England Patriots on their victory in Super Bowl LI.

Whereas on Sunday, February 5, 2017, the New England Patriots won Super Bowl LI by a score of 34 to 28, defeating the Atlanta Falcons in Houston, Texas; Whereas the Patriots overcame the largest deficit in Super Bowl history, scoring 25 points in the second half; Whereas the Patriots’ victory in Super Bowl LI earned the team’s historic fifth Super Bowl victory in 15 years; Whereas Tom Brady, who many in New England refer to as The GOAT , broke multiple Super Bowl records leading the Patriots to victory in the first Super Bowl overtime and was named the Super Bowl Most Valuable Player for a record fourth time; Whereas Bill Belichick won a recordbreaking fifth Super Bowl title as a head coach; Whereas James White had an outstanding performance, scoring an impressive 3 touchdowns, and completing a 2-point conversion; Whereas the performance of the defense, especially Dont’a Hightower, Alan Branch, and Trey Flowers in the second half was critical to the Patriots’ victory in Super Bowl LI, effectively shutting out the Atlanta Falcons for the final 23 minutes and 36 seconds of regulation; Whereas Julian Edelman, with exceptional skill and determination, performed a spectacular catch to continue a fourth quarter drive by the Patriots, helping to send the game to overtime; Whereas Robert Kraft, the owner of the New England Patriots, stated, I want to say to our fans, brilliant coaching staff and players who are so spectacular, this is unequivocally the sweetest. I’m proud to say for the fifth time, we are all Patriots. ; and Whereas the Patriots did their job for the fifth time, delivering the Lombardi Trophy to New England once again: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives congratulates the New England Patriots on their remarkable victory in Super Bowl LI.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 170 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 2, 2017 Ms. Stefanik (for herself and Mr. Thompson of California ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources , and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture , and Transportation and Infrastructure , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned RESOLUTION Expressing the commitment of the House of Representatives to work to combat the nationwide problem of invasive species threatening native ecosystems.

Whereas approximately 50,000 nonnative invasive animal and plant species have been introduced to the United States, resulting in economic costs estimated at more than $100,000,000,000 annually; Whereas ports in the northeast were the center of international shipping trade and immigration during our Nation’s founding and the earliest known record of invasive species in the United States dates back to 1794; Whereas all 50 States and the United States territories have at least some form of invasive plants and animals; Whereas invasive species pose a serious threat to native animal and plant communities and may result in extinctions of native species; Whereas invasive species cause significant disruptions to natural ecosystems as native and nonnative species compete for limited resources, reduce biodiversity, and alter terrestrial or aquatic habitats; Whereas invasive species can cause damage that spans an enormous range of effects, including: power outages; loss of farmland property value; contamination of grain; spread of human and other diseases; increased operating costs; loss of irrigation water; collapse of buildings; competition with native plants; loss of sport, game, or endangered species; and ecosystem disturbance; Whereas there exists three major pathways for habitat invasion, including: transportation corridors such as seaways, railroads and highways; intentionally imported nonnative pets, landscaping plants, aquaculture; and nonnative organisms deliberately released for propagation in the wild; Whereas there is an urgent need for funding to prevent and preempt the introduction and spread of invasive species from key points of entry, and a focus on stopping them at their sources of entry; and Whereas numerous Federal agencies, operating under a patchwork of laws, regulations, policies, and programs, are tasked with monitoring and controlling the spread of invasive species yet gaps in authorities or shortages of personnel have hampered efforts to limit the entrance of and damage from invasive species: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives commits to working constructively to create a comprehensive solution to the threat of invasive species throughout the United States by controlling and eradicating established invasive species populations, and preventing the further introduction, intentional or unintentionally, of nonnative species into native ecosystems.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 171 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 6, 2017 Ms. Moore submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of the week beginning March 5, 2017, as School Social Work Week .

Whereas the importance of school social work through the inclusion of school social work programs and services have been recognized in the current authorizations of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 6301 et seq.) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act ( 20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.); Whereas school social workers serve as critical members of a school’s educational team, playing a central role in creating a positive school climate and vital partnerships between the home, school, and community to ensure student academic success; Whereas school social workers are especially skilled in providing services to students who face serious challenges to school success, including poverty, disability, discrimination, abuse, addiction, bullying, divorce of parents, loss of a loved one, and other barriers to learning; Whereas there is a growing need for local educational agencies to offer the mental health services that school social workers provide when working with families, teachers, principals, community agencies, and other entities to address students’ emotional, physical, and environmental needs so that students may achieve behavioral and academic success; Whereas, to achieve the goal of helping all children reach their optimal levels of potential and achievement, schools must work to remove the emotional, behavioral, and academic barriers that interfere with student success in school; Whereas fewer than 1 in 5 of the children in need of mental health services actually receive these services, and research indicates that school mental health programs improve educational outcomes by decreasing absences, decreasing discipline referrals, and improving academic achievement; Whereas school mental health programs are critical to early identification of mental health problems and in the provision of appropriate services when needed; and Whereas the celebration of School Social Work Week during the week beginning March 5, 2017, highlights the vital role school social workers play in the lives of students in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of School Social Work Week ; (2) honors and recognizes the contributions of school social workers to the successes of students in schools across the Nation; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe School Social Work Week with appropriate ceremonies and activities that promote awareness of the vital role of school social workers, in schools and in the community as a whole, in helping students prepare for their futures as productive citizens.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 174 In the House of Representatives, U. S., March 8, 2017 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1301) making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 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. 1301) making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2017, and for other purposes. 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 Appropriations; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. The chair of the Committee on Appropriations may insert in the Congressional Record not later than Wednesday, March 8, 2017, such material as he may deem explanatory of H.R. 1301.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 16 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 174 [Report No. 115–26] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 7, 2017 Ms. Cheney , 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. 1301) making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 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. 1301) making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2017, and for other purposes. 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 Appropriations; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. The chair of the Committee on Appropriations may insert in the Congressional Record not later than Wednesday, March 8, 2017, such material as he may deem explanatory of H.R. 1301.

March 7, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 175 In the House of Representatives, U. S., March 8, 2017 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 725) to amend title 28, United States Code, to prevent fraudulent joinder.

That at any time after adoption of this resolution the Speaker may, pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House resolved into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for consideration of the bill (H.R. 725) to amend title 28, United States Code, to prevent fraudulent joinder. The first reading of the bill shall be dispensed with. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. General debate shall be confined to the bill and shall not exceed one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. No amendment to the bill shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments are waived. At the conclusion of consideration of the bill for amendment the Committee shall rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 17 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 175 [Report No. 115–27] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 7, 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. 725) to amend title 28, United States Code, to prevent fraudulent joinder.

That at any time after adoption of this resolution the Speaker may, pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House resolved into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for consideration of the bill (H.R. 725) to amend title 28, United States Code, to prevent fraudulent joinder. The first reading of the bill shall be dispensed with. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. General debate shall be confined to the bill and shall not exceed one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary. After general debate the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. No amendment to the bill shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments are waived. At the conclusion of consideration of the bill for amendment the Committee shall rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

March 7, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 177 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 7, 2017 Mr. Richmond submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of Clergy Spouse Appreciation Day.

Whereas the church is where the community of saints assemble together to cultivate, nurture, and enhance a concrete spiritual connection between God and man that ultimately leads to advancing the minds and improving the lives of those in the community; Whereas the clergy are God’s authorized representatives, whose mission is to create an atmosphere of unity, love, and hope in an otherwise oppressed and chaotic community; Whereas the clergy extend themselves to organize, promote, and influence programs and activities that create that atmosphere of unity, love, and hope; Whereas the clergy spouse has accepted the challenge to work alongside God’s ambassador as the spouse carries out the assigned mission of educating and equipping the community with the necessary tools to enhance their living standards; Whereas the nature of the service provided by the clergy and their spouses is unique, as they are entrusted with the spiritual well-being of the flock, thereby creating a positive impact on their respective communities; Whereas the dedication and sacrifice provided by the clergy spouses to improve the quality of life for their community is immeasurable; Whereas a day in recognition of the contributions of the clergy spouses would highlight their dedication by increasing awareness of the many service programs organized and executed by the more than 200,000 clergy spouses in the United States; and Whereas the third Sunday in October would be an appropriate date to designate as Clergy Spouse Appreciation Day: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of Clergy Spouse Appreciation Day.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 178 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 8, 2017 Mr. Khanna submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require that before any bill or joint resolution repealing or amending the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act or the Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act of 2010 in the House it should be made available on a public website of the House.

That rule XXI of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: 13. (a) It shall not be in order to consider a bill or joint resolution proposing to repeal or amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ( Public Law 111–148 ) or the Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act of 2010 ( Public Law 111–152 ), or part thereof, in the House, in the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union, or in the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Ways and Means, unless an easily searchable electronic estimate and comparison prepared by the Director of the Congressional Budget Office is made available on a publicly available website of the House. (b) It shall not be in order to consider a rule or order that waives the application of paragraph (a). .