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IV House Calendar No. 91 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 562 [Report No. 115–345] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 10, 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 (S. 585) to provide greater whistleblower protections for Federal employees, increased awareness of Federal whistleblower protections, and increased accountability and required discipline for Federal supervisors who retaliate against whistleblowers, and for other purposes; providing for proceedings during the period from October 16, 2017, through October 20, 2017; and providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (S. 585) to provide greater whistleblower protections for Federal employees, increased awareness of Federal whistleblower protections, and increased accountability and required discipline for Federal supervisors who retaliate against whistleblowers, 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 Oversight and Government Reform; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. On any legislative day during the period from October 16, 2017, through October 20, 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 October 12, 2017, or October 13, 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.

October 10, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 567 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 11, 2017 Ms. Bass (for herself, Mr. Grijalva , and Mr. Evans ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for the physician assistant (PA) profession and the designation of the week of October 6 through 12, 2017, as National PA Week .

Whereas physician assistants (PAs) mark 50 years as a profession in 2017; Whereas quality, affordable, and accessible patient-centered health care provided by PAs contributes to the well-being and quality of life of all patients; Whereas PAs are often the first point of contact for many patients and play a vital role in helping them understand their medical needs and empower them to become effective advocates for their own health; Whereas PAs are academically and clinically prepared to practice medicine in all settings and specialties, including the diagnosis and treatment of disease, assisting at surgery, and prescribing medications; Whereas, as valuable members of the medical team, PAs practice medicine to enhance the delivery of high-quality health care for patients, often in medically underserved and rural areas; Whereas there are more than 115,500 PAs nationwide who interact with patients upwards of 350 million times annually; Whereas, between 2011 and 2014, the demand for PAs increased more than 300 percent; Whereas PAs have earned the respect of the general public for their dedication and contributions to people’s lives and for working as members of the health care team to ensure delivery of more effective and efficient health care services; Whereas, for the next 50 years and beyond, PAs will continue working within the health care team to make our health care system more effective, more efficient, and more accessible, while providing increased quality to patients; and Whereas the House of Representatives wishes to honor the contributions of PAs to our health care system and to the lives of patients and families across the United States and territories: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National PA Week to raise awareness, visibility, and appreciation of the physician assistant profession; (2) supports its goals and ideals as founded by the American Academy of Physician Assistants; and (3) encourages Congress to develop and implement policies that support and improve the education, training, professional development, research, and lives of PAs.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 573 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 12, 2017 Mr. Stivers (for himself, Mr. Cohen , and Mr. Sessions ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Calling on the President to work toward equitable, constructive, stable, and durable Armenian-Turkish relations based upon the two countries' common interests and the United States’ significant security interests in the region.

Whereas the United States has had longstanding, positive relations with both the Republic of Turkey and the Republic of Armenia, and it is in the national interest of the United States to promote improved relations between the countries; Whereas on October 10, 2009, the Foreign Ministers of Turkey and Armenia signed protocols to establish good neighborly relations and develop bilateral cooperation, including a joint study of their common history, at a ceremony that was attended and supported by representatives of the United States, France, and Russia; and Whereas attempts by the United States to support Turkish-Armenian dialogue and the normalization of diplomatic relations between the two countries have not been successful thus far: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives calls on the President to work toward equitable, constructive, stable, and durable Armenian-Turkish relations, based upon the two countries’ common interests and the United States’ significant security interests in the region.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 574 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 19, 2017 Mr. Ellison (for himself, Mr. Emmer , Mr. Lewis of Minnesota , Ms. McCollum , Mr. Nolan , Mr. Paulsen , Mr. Walz , and Mr. Peterson ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Congratulating the Minnesota Lynx women’s basketball team on winning the 2017 Women’s National Basketball Association championship.

Whereas, on October 4, 2017, the Minnesota Lynx won the 2017 Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) championship; Whereas this is the fourth national championship for the Minnesota Lynx in 7 years; Whereas the Minnesota Lynx beat the Los Angeles Sparks in game 5 of the WNBA Conference Finals and bested the Washington Mystics in the semi-finals; Whereas the Lynx finished the regular season with the best record, 27–7, and earned the top seed; Whereas the 2017 WNBA Finals made ESPN history, becoming the third-most viewed championship series, averaging 559,000 viewers for the 5-game series; Whereas attendance for this postseason rose to a whopping 9,596 spectators per game, which made it the highest-attended WNBA Finals in 7 years (10,822), and was up double digits (+10.1 percent) over last season (8,719); Whereas 14,632 fans attended the sold-out championship game at the Barn , Williams Arena, in Minneapolis to cheer on the Minnesota Lynx; Whereas the Minnesota Lynx benefit from stellar coaching leadership from Head Coach Cheryl Reeve and Assistant Coaches Shelley Patterson, James Wade, and Walt Hopkins and feature 4 world champion and gold medal athletes, Lindsay Whalen, Maya Moore, Seimone Augustus, and Sylvia Fowles, as well as highly talented professionals including Rebekkah Brunson, Renee Montgomery, Temi Fagbenle, Natasha Howard, Alexis Jones, Jia Perkins, Plenette Pierson, and Cecilia Zandalasini; Whereas Sylvia Fowles received the WNBA Finals MVP Award for the second time, as well as the 2017 WNBA MVP Award; and Whereas the Minnesota Lynx join the Houston Comets as the only teams to win 4 championships, and all 4 under the coaching of Cheryl Reeve, with Rebekkah Brunson being the first WNBA player to win 5 championships: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the achievements of the players, coaches, fans, and staff whose dedication has helped the Minnesota Lynx win the 2017 Women’s National Basketball Association championship; and (2) recognizes the Twin Cities area and Minnesota for the enthusiastic support of women’s professional basketball.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 575 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 19, 2017 Mr. Krishnamoorthi (for himself, Ms. Jayapal , Mr. Khanna , Ms. Gabbard , Mr. Bera , and Mr. Crowley ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali.

Whereas for millions of Indian Americans, Diwali (or Deepavali) is a time for thanksgiving and prayer for health, knowledge and peace; Whereas this year, 2017, many Members of Congress will celebrate Diwali in the United States Capitol for the first time; Whereas Diwali, a festival of great significance to Indian Americans, is celebrated annually by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and others throughout the United States; Whereas Diwali is a festival of lights, during which celebrants light small oil lamps, place them around the home, and pray for health, knowledge and peace; Whereas celebrants of Diwali believe that the rows of lamps symbolize the light within the individual that rids the soul of the darkness of ignorance; Whereas Diwali falls on the last day of the last month in the lunar calendar and is celebrated as a day of thanksgiving and the beginning of the New Year for many Hindus; Whereas for Hindus, Diwali is a celebration of the belief that light triumphs over darkness, and good triumphs over evil; Whereas for Sikhs, Diwali is feted as the day on which the sixth founding Sikh guru, Guru Hargobind, was released from captivity by the Mughal Emperor Jehangir; Whereas for Jains, Diwali marks the anniversary of the attainment of Nirvana by Lord Mahavira, the last of the Tirthankaras (founders of the Jain philosophy); and Whereas Diwali is a celebration of great importance in Indian American communities throughout the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the historical and religious significance of Diwali; (2) in observance of Diwali, the festival of lights, expresses its deepest respect for Indian Americans and the Indian Diaspora throughout the world on this significant occasion; (3) recognizes and appreciates the religious diversity in both India and the United States and throughout the world; and (4) acknowledges and supports the relationship of collaboration and respect between the United States and India.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 578 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 23, 2017 Ms. Norton submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Honoring the lives, work, and sacrifice of Joseph Curseen, Jr., and Thomas Morris, Jr., the 2 United States Postal Service employees who died as a result of their contact with anthrax while working at the United States Postal Facility located at 900 Brentwood Road, NE, Washington, DC, during the anthrax attack in the fall of 2001; United States Postal Service employees, who have continued to work diligently in service to the people of the United States notwithstanding anthrax attack; as well as the other 3 Americans who died and the 17 who became ill in the attacks.

Whereas the founders of the United States, recognizing the importance of a national system of mail to the new country in the Constitution, gave Congress the authority To establish post offices and post roads ; Whereas employees of the United States Postal Service provide indispensable public services and honorably represent the United States on a daily basis; Whereas despite the many terrorist attacks in Federal facilities throughout the United States, including the anthrax attack more than ten years ago, Postal Service employees continue to risk their lives daily to serve the people of the United States; Whereas Joseph P. Curseen, Jr., and Thomas L. Morris, Jr., both born in the District of Columbia, diligently and admirably served the Nation for decades as employees of the United States Postal Service; Whereas in the fall of 2001, during the course of their jobs with the United States Postal Service, Joseph Curseen, Jr., and Thomas Morris, Jr., were exposed to letters containing anthrax that were placed in the mail and subsequently suffered from the inhalation of anthrax and thereafter died; Whereas 5 individuals in the United States died from exposure to anthrax during the 2001 anthrax attacks and 17 became ill; and Whereas in 2002, the United States Postal Service facility located at 900 Brentwood Road NE, Washington, DC, was designated as the Joseph Curseen, Jr. and Thomas Morris, Jr. Processing and Distribution Center by Public Law 107–225 : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives honors the lives and work of Joseph Curseen, Jr., and Thomas Morris, Jr., and acknowledges the sacrifice that all Postal Service employees make on behalf of the United States on a daily basis.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 579 In the House of Representatives, U. S., October 24, 2017 RESOLUTION Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Member be, and is hereby, elected to the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on Energy and Commerce: Mr. Duncan of South Carolina.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 580 In the House of Representatives, U. S., October 25, 2017 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 71) establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2018 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2019 through 2027.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 71) establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2018 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2019 through 2027, with the Senate amendment thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a motion offered by the chair of the Committee on the Budget or her designee that the House concur in the Senate amendment. The Senate amendment and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Budget. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to adoption without intervening motion.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 94 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 580 [Report No. 115–369] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 24, 2017 Mr. Woodall , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 71) establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2018 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2019 through 2027.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 71) establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2018 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2019 through 2027, with the Senate amendment thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a motion offered by the chair of the Committee on the Budget or her designee that the House concur in the Senate amendment. The Senate amendment and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Budget. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to adoption without intervening motion.

October 24, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 582 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 24, 2017 Mr. Banks of Indiana submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Joseph Leon George should be honored for heroism at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on December 7, 1941.

Whereas, on December 7, 1941, Boatswain's Mate Second Class Joseph Leon George was 26 years old; Whereas Boatswain's Mate Second Class George was a crewmember aboard the USS Vestal (AR–4), a repair ship, on that day; Whereas the USS Vestal was moored next to the USS Arizona (BB–39); Whereas the Japanese began the attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, at 7:48 a.m.; Whereas 6 sailors on the USS Arizona, Seaman First Class Harold Kuhn, Seaman First Class Russell Lott, Gunner's Mate Third Class Earl Riner, Boatswain's Mate Second Class Alvin Dvork, Seaman First Class Donald Stratton, and Fire Controlman Third Class Lauren Bruner, were trapped in the control tower main mast after a massive explosion on the ship; Whereas those 6 sailors suffered severe burns; Whereas those wounded sailors searched for a way to escape the ship; Whereas Boatswain's Mate Second Class George saw the 6 wounded sailors on the USS Arizona from the USS Vestal and threw a heaving line and a heavy line; Whereas all 6 sailors climbed, nearly 40 feet in the air, hand over hand across the heavy line 70 feet to safety onboard the USS Vestal; Whereas 2 sailors died shortly after from their injuries, but the remaining 4 survived; Whereas Boatswain's Mate Second Class George was commended for his actions, but he was never given a medal for his role in the rescue of the 6 sailors; Whereas the 2 surviving sailors rescued from the USS Arizona, Donald Stratton and Lauren Bruner, seek to honor Boatswain's Mate Second Class George; Whereas USS Arizona survivor Donald Stratton stated, Joe George was never awarded anything for his bravery. He is no longer with us, but I believe in his memory, should be awarded the Navy Cross. ; and Whereas USS Arizona survivor Lauren Bruner stated, The six of us would not have survived except for his courage, in spite of being at high risk himself. He fully deserves high commendations for his actions. I feel he should be recognized for this courage and presented the Navy Cross. : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) honors the heroism of Boatswain's Mate Second Class Joseph Leon George in saving the lives of 6 sailors on December 7, 1941; and (2) believes the United States Navy, in light of new information, should consider revisiting decorating and honoring the heroism of Boatswain's Mate Second Class Joseph Leon George in saving the lives of 6 sailors on December 7, 1941.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 585 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 24, 2017 Miss Rice of New York (for herself and Mr. Katko ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to direct the Chief Administrative Officer to carry out an annual information security training program for Members, officers, and employees of the House.

1. Short title This resolution may be cited as the Congressional Cybersecurity Training Resolution of 2017 . 2. Annual information security training program for House Members, officers, and employees Clause 4 of rule II of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: (e) (1) The Chief Administrative Officer shall carry out an annual information security training program for Members (including the Delegates and Resident Commissioner), officers, and employees of the House. (2) A new Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, officer, or employee of the House shall receive training under this paragraph not later than 30 days after beginning service to the House. (3) Not later than January 31 of each year, each officer and employee of the House shall file a certification with the Chief Administrative Officer that the officer or employee completed an information security training program as established by this paragraph. .
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 586 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 25, 2017 Ms. Adams (for herself, Ms. Velázquez , Ms. Judy Chu of California , Ms. Clarke of New York , Mrs. Murphy of Florida , Mr. Lawson of Florida , Mr. Espaillat , Mr. Evans , Mr. Schneider , Mrs. Lawrence , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Hastings , Mr. Butterfield , Mr. Brady of Pennsylvania , Mr. Pallone , Ms. Jackson Lee , Ms. Hanabusa , Mr. Johnson of Georgia , Ms. Norton , Ms. Wasserman Schultz , Mrs. Watson Coleman , Ms. Clark of Massachusetts , Mr. Payne , Mr. Conyers , Mr. Moulton , Mr. Smith of Washington , Mr. Sean Patrick Maloney of New York , Mr. Ellison , Mr. Crist , Ms. Bass , Mr. Carson of Indiana , Mrs. Demings , Mr. McNerney , and Mr. Price of North Carolina ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Recognizing the growth and importance of minority women-owned businesses.

Whereas the number of women-owned small businesses increased by 3.5 million from 2007 to 2016; Whereas, for every 10 women-owned businesses launched since 2007, 8 were started by women of color; Whereas women now own 38 percent of all businesses in the United States; Whereas there are currently 5 million minority women-owned small businesses; Whereas minority women are the fastest growing group of entrepreneurs in the United States; Whereas the number of African-American women-owned firms more than doubled in number, increasing by 112 percent from 2007 to 2016; Whereas Latina-owned firms employ 550,400 workers; Whereas there are currently 922,700 Asian-American women-owned small businesses; Whereas Native American and Alaska Native women-owned small businesses generated $10.5 billion in revenues as of 2016; and Whereas the number of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander women-owned small businesses more than doubled between 2007 and 2016: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives recognizes— (1) the growth and importance of minority women-owned businesses; (2) that minority women often work in low-paying jobs in the traditional workforce, which means the gender salary gap, child care expenses, and a lack of paid family leave impact women of color more severely than other populations, and expanding access to opportunities for entrepreneurship can help women of color get ahead economically, serve their communities, and care for their families; (3) that minority women entrepreneurs are paving the way for women-owned businesses; (4) that minority women entrepreneurs are an important segment to the United States domestic economy as well as the world’s global economy; and (5) that, in order to sustain the United States economy, we must fully support and encourage the growth of minority women-owned businesses.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 587 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 25, 2017 Ms. Esty of Connecticut (for herself, Mr. Courtney , Ms. DeLauro , Mr. Larson of Connecticut , and Mr. Himes ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the deduction for State and local taxes is beneficial and should remain intact.

Whereas the deduction for State and local taxes is a fundamental cornerstone of American fiscal federalism; Whereas eliminating the deduction for State and local taxes would increase taxes for approximately 24 percent of taxpayers nationwide; Whereas the deduction for State and local taxes helps State and local governments fund K-12 education, economic development, job training, transportation, health care, police, fire, parks, libraries, community health facilities, and first responders, all of which would be at risk if the deduction were eliminated; Whereas using the sum of property tax (real estate tax and personal property tax), corporate income tax, and the greater of individual income tax or general sales tax as a rough measure of potentially deductible taxes, the potentially deductible portion of State and local taxes was about 32 percent of general revenues overall in 2013; and Whereas 60 percent of taxpayers making less than $50,000 a year claim the State and local tax deduction for their local property taxes: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the deduction for State and local taxes is beneficial to American taxpayers and should remain intact.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 588 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 25, 2017 Mr. Fitzpatrick (for himself, Mr. Chabot , Ms. Velázquez , Mr. Bacon , Ms. Clarke of New York , Mr. Norman , Mr. Evans , Mr. Marshall , Mrs. Murphy of Florida , Mr. Comer , Mr. Lawson of Florida , Mr. King of Iowa , Mr. Schneider , Mrs. Radewagen , Ms. Adams , and Mr. Knight ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Small Business RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Veterans Small Business Week.

Whereas the Armed Forces of the United States train individuals with the skills, discipline, and leadership necessary to establish and operate a successful business; Whereas there are approximately 2,500,000 veteran-owned small businesses in the United States, employing more than 5,000,000 individuals; Whereas veteran-owned businesses make up nearly 10 percent of all businesses in the United States; Whereas veterans account for more than $1,100,000,000,000 in business receipts every year; Whereas veterans are 45 percent more likely to be self-employed than non-veterans; Whereas business ownership by women veterans has increased significantly, from 97,114 in 2007 to 383,302 in 2012; Whereas the Small Business Administration serves more than 200,000 veterans, service-disabled veterans, women veterans, and military spouses annually; Whereas the Small Business Administration will be hosting events honoring National Veterans Small Business Week from October 30 through November 3, 2017; Whereas the Congress and the Small Business Administration will be celebrating Veterans Small Business Week during the week of October 30 through November 3, 2017; and Whereas the week of October 30 through November 3, 2017, would be an appropriate time to celebrate National Veterans Small Business Week: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives joins with the Small Business Administration in— (1) supporting the goals and ideals of National Veterans Small Business Week; (2) celebrating the millions of people in the United States, especially the veterans of the United States and the spouses of those veterans, who benefit from the programs of the Small Business Administration; and (3) expressing appreciation for the continued service to the United States by the veterans of the United States through small business ownership and entrepreneurship.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 589 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 26, 2017 Ms. Bonamici (for herself, Mr. Blumenauer , Mr. Schrader , Mr. Walden , and Mr. DeFazio ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Honoring the Portland Thorns FC, the 2017 champions of the National Women’s Soccer League.

Whereas the Portland Thorns FC won the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) Championship on October 14, 2017; Whereas the Portland Thorns FC won their second National Women’s Soccer League Championship, and the fifth edition of the NWSL Championship, by defeating the North Carolina Courage by a score of one goal to none; Whereas Thorns player Lindsey Horan scored the only goal in the NWSL Championship; Whereas Thorns midfielder Lindsey Horan was named the NWSL Championship Most Valuable Player; Whereas Thorns head coach, Mark Parsons, and Thorns owner, Merritt Paulson, won their second National Women’s Soccer League Championship; Whereas the Rose City Riveters and the fans of the Portland Thorns FC, who provide the Providence Park venue with spirit and pride, are the best fans in the National Women’s Soccer League; Whereas the Portland Thorns FC hold the record for highest average game attendance in the National Women’s Soccer League in 2017 and in each year since the league’s establishment in 2013; Whereas Thorns goalkeeper, Adrianna Franch, was named the NWSL Goalkeeper of the Year for 2017; Whereas the official State motto of Oregon, alit volat propriis , meaning she flies with her own wings , was adopted by the Portland Thorns FC to capture Oregon’s independent spirit; Whereas the Portland Thorns FC hold community service events to inspire and involve young women and men in the Portland community through STEM and environmental education; and Whereas the success of the Portland Thorns FC soccer team will broaden an appreciation of athletics in young people and encourage Oregonians to engage in their communities: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) honors the Portland Thorns FC, the 2017 champions of the National Women’s Soccer League; and (2) recognizes the outstanding achievement of the Portland Thorns FC team, ownership, and staff.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 590 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 26, 2017 Mr. Correa submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs RESOLUTION Calling on the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct a clinical study assessing the effectiveness of treating chronic pain in veterans with cannabis in comparison to opioids.

Whereas prescription opioids are a class of drugs that can relieve pain, but can also be misused, resulting in dependence; Whereas prescription opioid addiction causes severe physical and mental harm and can result in overdose incidents and deaths; Whereas our country is facing an unprecedented and devastating prescription opioid overdose epidemic; Whereas opioid addiction in the United States increased by 493 percent from 2010 to 2016; Whereas 64,000 Americas died from opioid addiction and overdose in 2016; Whereas almost 60 percent of veterans returning from deployments in the Middle East and 50 percent of older veterans suffer from chronic pain; Whereas these rates of chronic pain exceed the reported 30 percent national average of chronic pain within the general American population; Whereas prescriptions for opioids by the Department of Veterans Affairs have increased by 270 percent since 2003; Whereas 68,000 veterans have been reported by the Department of Veterans Affairs to be addicted to opioids; Whereas veterans are roughly twice as likely to become addicted to opioids than are members of the general population; Whereas veterans are twice as likely to die from an accidental opioid overdose than nonveterans; and Whereas the President of the United States announced a public health emergency on the opioid crisis on October 26, 2017: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the urgency and importance of finding alternative successful treatments to opioids to address veterans’ health care; (2) recognizes it is imperative to the health and safety of our veterans that a study be conducted on the medicinal applications of marijuana for treating wounds resulting from service to our great Nation; and (3) calls on the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct a clinical study and further research to evaluate the effects of cannabis in comparison to opioids in treating service-related health conditions of veterans.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 592 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 26, 2017 Mr. Kildee submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Condemning the violent attack at Flint Bishop International Airport on a police officer and offering thoughts and prayers to the victim and the victim’s family, and commending the efforts of law enforcement and airport personnel in their response.

Whereas, on June 21, 2017, Flint Bishop Airport Police Lieutenant Jeff Neville was viciously attacked with a knife while on duty, sustaining serious injury; Whereas the heroic actions of Lt. Neville, who, despite being attacked, worked to subdue the attacker to prevent further harm to other people; Whereas other employees at Bishop International Airport, including maintenance worker Rich Krul, Public Safety Chief Chris Miller, and Firefighter Lieutenant Dan Owen, all assisted with the apprehension of the attacker; Whereas the Bishop Airport public safety team members demonstrated that they were prepared and willing to risk their own lives to ensure the safety of other passengers at Bishop International Airport; Whereas Public Safety Officers Michael Chilson and Christopher Tolin administered first aid to stabilize Lt. Neville for transport to Hurley Hospital; Whereas the medical staff at Hurley Hospital provided quick and life-saving medical care to Lt. Neville, allowing his full recovery; Whereas the local Muslim community quickly condemned the attack and donated financial resources toward Lt. Neville’s medical bills; Whereas law enforcement and first responders in Michigan bravely protected people at Bishop Airport, resulting in no loss of life; and Whereas the people of the United States stand in solidarity against all acts of violence toward law enforcement officials: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) condemns the vicious terror attack at Flint Bishop International Airport on June 21, 2017; (2) offers thoughts and prayers to Lt. Neville and his family; (3) reaffirms the commitment of the United States to actively combat all forms of violence against law enforcement officers; and (4) commends the efforts of law enforcement, first responders, and airport personnel who acted to subdue the attacker and help those in need.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 596 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 31, 2017 Mr. Gallego (for himself and Mr. Wenstrup ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs , and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform , 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 Commending the heroism and achievements of Team USA at the Invictus Games Toronto 2017.

Whereas the Invictus Games were founded in 2014 as a Paralympic-style, multisport event in which wounded, injured, or sick military personnel and veterans take part in 12 adaptive sport competition categories; Whereas the Latin word invictus can be translated as unconquered or undefeated , and those words perfectly capture the indomitable spirit of America’s veterans; Whereas the Invictus Games use the power of sport to inspire recovery, support rehabilitation, and generate a wider understanding of, and respect for, those who bravely serve in uniform; Whereas the Invictus Games represent an invaluable opportunity for competition, comradery, and achievement for those who have sacrificed for our freedom; Whereas the Invictus Games serve as a testament to the strength, patriotism, and resilience of all of those who serve our country in uniform; Whereas the third annual Invictus Games were held in Toronto, Canada, from September 23 to September 30 of 2017; Whereas 550 wounded, ill, and injured veterans from 17 different countries competed in Toronto’s 2017 Games, making them the largest in the history of the event; Whereas 90 American service men and women proudly represented the United States of America at the 2017 Invictus Games; Whereas Team USA won over 130 medals, including over 40 gold medals, at the 2017 Invictus Games; and Whereas all the athletes competing in the Invictus Games are worthy of our respect and recognition: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) commends the mission of the Invictus Games and supports their continued growth in the future; (2) honors the heroism of all those participating in the Invictus Games; and (3) celebrates the accomplishments of Team USA at the Invictus Games Toronto 2017.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 598 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 31, 2017 Ms. Norton submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Recognizing the life and legacy of Isaac Ike Fulwood, Jr., Police Chief for the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia from 1989 to 1992.

Whereas Ike Fulwood was born in the District of Columbia on April 28, 1940, and passed away in the District of Columbia on September 1, 2017, at the age of 77; Whereas Ike Fulwood was appointed Chief of Police during the national crack cocaine crime wave, which was especially serious in the District; Whereas Ike Fulwood focused on both high levels of violence and on the negative side effects of aggressive law enforcement, especially in the African-American community; Whereas Ike Fulwood was one of the first police officials to introduce community policing and spoke often about the importance of drug treatment and the inability of police alone to prevent crime; Whereas Ike Fulwood retired as Chief of Police in 1992; Whereas, upon the recommendation of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, President George W. Bush appointed, and the Senate confirmed, Ike Fulwood to the United States Parole Commission in 2004, and, upon the Congresswoman’s recommendation, President Barack Obama designated Ike Fulwood as Commission Chair in 2009; Whereas Ike Fulwood established a 21st-century model for the United States Parole Commission; Whereas Ike Fulwood, as Chair of the United States Parole Commission, instituted best practices, such as alternatives to incarceration and access to mental health programs, graduated sanctions, and allowing offenders to retain jobs and support their families when possible, without the cost of full incarceration at the Federal Bureau of Prisons; Whereas Ike Fulwood retired from the United States Parole Commission in 2015; Whereas Ike Fulwood, after retiring as Police Chief, served as an adjunct professor on community policing and ethics at the University of the District of Columbia; Whereas after retiring, Ike Fulwood chaired the District of Columbia Commission on Black Men and Boys, which focuses greater attention on the problems of Black men and boys, such as high dropout rates from school, high crime and absent-father rates, and low marriage rates; and Whereas Ike Fulwood is survived by his wife and high school sweetheart, the former Ruth Johnson, children Gary and Angela, and grandchildren Brayden and Brent: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives honors the life and legacy of Isaac Fulwood, Jr., and acknowledges his contributions to the District of Columbia, to law enforcement, to community policing, and to creating a more peaceful and stable society.
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 600 In the House of Representatives, U. S., November 2, 2017 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 849) to repeal the provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act providing for the Independent Payment Advisory Board.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 849) to repeal the provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act providing for the Independent Payment Advisory Board. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Ways and Means now printed in the bill shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided among and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 96 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 600 [Report No. 115–381] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 1, 2017 Mr. Burgess , 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. 849) to repeal the provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act providing for the Independent Payment Advisory Board.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 849) to repeal the provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act providing for the Independent Payment Advisory Board. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Ways and Means now printed in the bill shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided among and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

November 1, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 601 In the House of Representatives, U. S., November 2, 2017 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3922) to extend funding for certain public health programs, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 3922) to extend funding for certain public health programs, and for other purposes. 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 Energy and Commerce now printed in the bill, the amendment printed in part A of the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, modified by the amendment printed in part B of that report, 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 Energy and Commerce; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 97 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 601 [Report No. 115–382] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 1, 2017 Mr. Burgess , 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. 3922) to extend funding for certain public health programs, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 3922) to extend funding for certain public health programs, and for other purposes. 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 Energy and Commerce now printed in the bill, the amendment printed in part A of the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, modified by the amendment printed in part B of that report, 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 Energy and Commerce; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

November 1, 2017 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 603 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 2, 2017 Mr. Chabot (for himself, Ms. Velázquez , Ms. Adams , Mr. Bacon , Mr. Blum , Mr. Brat , Ms. Judy Chu of California , Ms. Clarke of New York , Mr. Comer , Mr. Espaillat , Mr. Evans , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Miss González-Colón of Puerto Rico , Mr. Kelly of Mississippi , Mr. King of Iowa , Mr. Knight , Mr. Lawson of Florida , Mr. Luetkemeyer , Mr. Marshall , Mrs. Murphy of Florida , Mr. Norman , Mrs. Radewagen , Mr. Schneider , Ms. Bonamici , Mr. Carson of Indiana , Mr. Delaney , Ms. Hanabusa , Ms. Kelly of Illinois , Ms. McCollum , Mr. Takano , Ms. Slaughter , and Mr. Swalwell of California ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Small Business RESOLUTION Recognizing November 25, 2017, as Small Business Saturday and supporting efforts to increase awareness of the value of locally owned small businesses.

Whereas there are over 29,600,000 small businesses in the United States; Whereas small businesses represent 99.9 percent of all businesses with employees in the United States; Whereas small businesses employ nearly 48 percent of the employees in the private sector in the United States; Whereas small businesses pay 41.1 percent of the total payroll of the employees in the private sector in the United States; Whereas small businesses constitute nearly 98 percent of firms exporting goods; Whereas small businesses generated 1,400,000 net new jobs; and Whereas November 25, 2017, is an appropriate day to designate as Small Business Saturday : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes and encourages the observance of Small Business Saturday ; and (2) supports efforts— (A) to encourage consumers to shop locally; and (B) to increase awareness of the value of locally owned small businesses and the impact of locally owned small businesses on the economy of the United States.