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IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 913 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 24, 2018 Ms. Kelly of Illinois (for herself, Ms. Barragán , Mr. Beyer , Mr. Blumenauer , Mr. Cárdenas , Ms. Clark of Massachusetts , Mr. Clay , Mr. Cohen , Mr. Danny K. Davis of Illinois , Mr. Foster , Ms. Fudge , Mr. Gutiérrez , Mr. Hastings , Mr. Keating , Mr. Khanna , Mr. Langevin , Ms. McCollum , Ms. Moore , Mr. Payne , Ms. Plaskett , Mr. Richmond , Mr. Rush , Mr. Thompson of California , Mrs. Watson Coleman , Mr. Deutch , and Mrs. Beatty ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Expressing support for the goals and ideals of June 1 through June 3, 2018 as National Gun Violence Awareness Weekend and June 2018 as National Gun Violence Awareness Month .

Whereas, in the United States each year, more than— (1) 35,000 individuals are killed and 80,000 individuals are injured by gunfire; (2) 12,000 individuals are killed in homicides involving firearms; (3) 21,000 individuals commit suicide by using firearms; and (4) 500 individuals are killed in unintentional shootings; Whereas, since 1968, more individuals have died from guns in the United States than have died on the battlefields of all the wars in the history of the United States; Whereas, by one count, in 2017 in the United States, there were— (1) 346 mass shooting incidents in which not fewer than 4 people were killed or wounded by gunfire; and (2) 64 incidents in which a gun was fired in a school or college; Whereas gun violence typically escalates during the summer months; Whereas nearly 2,700 children and teens are killed by gun violence every year, including Hadiya Pendleton, who, in 2013, was killed at 15 years of age while standing in a Chicago park; and Whereas, during the weekend of June 1 through June 3, 2018, the weekend in which Hadiya Pendleton would have had her 21st birthday, people across the United States will recognize National Gun Violence Awareness Weekend and wear orange in tribute to Hadiya and other victims of gun violence and the loved ones of those victims: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representative— (1) supports— (A) the goals and ideals of National Gun Violence Awareness Month ; and (B) the goals and ideals of National Gun Violence Awareness Weekend in remembrance of the victims of gun violence; and (2) calls on the people of the United States to— (A) promote greater awareness of gun violence and gun safety; (B) wear orange, the color that hunters wear to show that they are not targets; (C) concentrate heightened attention on gun violence during the summer months, when gun violence typically increases; and (D) bring community members and leaders together to discuss ways to make communities safer.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 917 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 25, 2018 Ms. Norton submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Recognizing on May 28, 2018, Memorial Day, the denial of full voting rights in Congress for active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, reservists, veterans, and their families who are residents of the District of Columbia.

Whereas on the last Monday of May, our Nation observes Memorial Day, a Federal holiday commemorating the men and women who died in the service of their country; Whereas the service and sacrifice of active duty ser­vice­mem­bers, National Guard members, reservists, veterans, and their families are unparalleled; Whereas the civilian population of the United States has the honor and privilege of being protected by active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, and reservists; Whereas active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, reservists, and veterans have risked life and limb to protect the American people and uphold the rights and freedoms of the people of the United States; Whereas approximately 30,000 veterans are residents of the District of Columbia and lack full voting rights in Congress; Whereas residents of the District of Columbia fought to create the United States, fighting for the Revolutionary War slogan of no taxation without representation , and have served in every war since; Whereas 635 District of Columbia residents were casualties of World War I, a casualty figure greater than that observed by 3 different States during the war; Whereas 3,575 District of Columbia residents were casualties of World War II, a casualty figure greater than that observed by 4 different States during the war; Whereas 547 District of Columbia residents were casualties of the Korean war, a casualty figure greater than that observed by 8 different States during the war; Whereas 243 District of Columbia residents were casualties of the Vietnam war, a casualty figure greater than that observed by 10 different States during the war; Whereas 192,406 District of Columbia residents have served in the military since World War I; Whereas residents of the District of Columbia, including active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, reservists, and veterans, are denied full voting representation in the House of Representatives and the Senate; and Whereas Congress should pass H.R. 1291 and S. 1278, the Washington, D.C. Admission Act, which would grant full and equal voting representation as well as democratic control over local affairs to the District of Columbia by making it the 51st State and which has a record 159 cosponsors in the House and 24 in the Senate: Now, therefore, be it

That on May 28, 2018, Memorial Day, the House of Representatives recognizes the denial of full voting rights in Congress for active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, reservists, veterans, and their families who are residents of the District of Columbia.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 924 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 6, 2018 Mr. Brown of Maryland submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Commending Turkish Americans nationwide for their rich contributions to American cultural, social, economic, and civic life, and for other purposes.

Whereas, on May 16, 1919, Mustafa Kemal Pasha (Ataturk), departed from Istanbul on the Ottoman cargo ship Bandirma; Whereas, on May 19, 1919, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk landed at the Black Sea town of Samsun, to commence the Turkish War of Independence against Great Britain, France, Italy, and Greece in western Anatolia, and the invasions of Russia and Armenia in eastern Anatolia; Whereas Mustafa Kemal Ataturk organized and rallied the people of Anatolia to fight for an independent Turkish Republic and to strive for a revolution toward a secular, democratic Turkish Republic; Whereas, on October 29, 1923, the Turkish Republic was established; Whereas, on July 24, 1923, the Peace Treaty of Lausanne ended all hostilities and determined the borders of the Turkish Republic; Whereas the leader of modern Turkey, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, became the Turkish Republic’s first President; Whereas 80,000,000 Turkish citizens and over 500,000 Americans of Turkish and Turkic heritage celebrate the 19th of May to commemorate the Great Ataturk, celebrate the Turkish youth, and promote sports; and Whereas Turkish Americans serve as goodwill ambassadors, promoting greater understanding between the United States and Turkey, by informing the people in the United States about their rich Turkish cultural heritage and the importance of the strategic partnership that advances mutual interests and shared values between the United States and Turkey: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) commends Turkish Americans nationwide for their rich contributions to American cultural, social, economic, and civic life; and (2) notes the Turkish commemoration of Ataturk, Youth and Sports Day.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 928 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 8, 2018 Mr. Ted Lieu of California (for himself and Mr. Pascrell ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Attorney General to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the President’s use of the pardon power under article II, section 2 of the Constitution.

That the President is requested, and Attorney General of the United States is directed, to transmit, respectively, to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of any document, record, audio recording, memorandum, correspondence, or other communication in their possession, or any portion of any such communication, that refers or relates to the following: (1) Any pardon issued by the President on or after January 20, 2017. (2) Any pardon under consideration by the President, including pardons under consideration for any of the following individuals: (A) Michael Cohen, the President’s personal attorney. (B) Paul Manafort, former chairman of the Trump Presidential campaign. (C) Richard Gates, former deputy chairman of the Trump Presidential campaign. (D) Former National Security Advisor Michael Flynn. (E) George Papadopoulos, advisor to the Trump Presidential campaign. (F) Alex van der Zwaan, attorney and former associate of Paul Manafort. (3) Any consideration of the President’s power to pardon himself, including his assertion that he has the absolute right to pardon himself. (4) President Trump’s decision to issue pardons without first consulting the Office of the Pardon Attorney of the Department of Justice.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 930 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 8, 2018 Ms. Bass (for herself, Mr. Connolly , Mr. Marino , Mr. Cooper , Ms. Schakowsky , Mr. Woodall , Mr. MacArthur , Mr. Gomez , Ms. Judy Chu of California , Mr. Sablan , Mr. Takano , and Ms. Jackson Lee ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Encouraging reunions of divided Korean-American families.

Whereas the Republic of Korea (in this resolution referred to as South Korea ) and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (in this resolution referred to as North Korea ) remain divided since the armistice agreement was signed on July 27, 1953; Whereas the division on the Korean Peninsula separated more than 10,000,000 Korean family members, including some who are now citizens of the United States; Whereas there have been 21 rounds of family reunions between South Koreans and North Koreans along the border since 2000; Whereas Congress signaled its interest in family reunions between United States citizens and their relatives in North Korea in section 1265 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 ( Public Law 110–181 ), signed into law by President George W. Bush on January 28, 2008; Whereas the number of more than 100,000 estimated divided family members in the United States last identified in 2001 has been significantly dwindling as many of them have passed away; Whereas the summit between North Korea and South Korea on April 27, 2018, has prioritized family reunions; Whereas the United States and North Korea has planned an historic summit in 2018; and Whereas many Korean-Americans are waiting for a chance to meet their relatives in North Korea for the first time in more than 60 years: Now, therefore, be it

That House of Representatives— (1) calls on the United States and North Korea to reunite Korean-American divided family members with their immediate relatives within 60 days of the adoption of this resolution; (2) reconfirms the institution of family as inalienable and, accordingly, urges the restoration of contact between divided families physically, literarily, or virtually; and (3) calls on the United States and North Korea to pursue reunions as a humanitarian priority of immediate concern, delinked as much as possible from conflict, before attempts at or achievement of normalized relations are made.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 932 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 8, 2018 Mr. Rohrabacher submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing solidarity with the Tuidang Movement whereby Chinese citizens renounce their ties to the Chinese Communist Party and its affiliates, and calling for an immediate end to the campaign to persecute Falun Gong practitioners.

Whereas the CCP has caused unnatural deaths of at least 60 million people in China; Whereas the CCP continues to violently suppress peaceful movements, including during the Tiananmen Square student democratic movement and the 19-year long, on-going persecution of Falun Gong; Whereas the CCP is responsible for organ harvesting of Falun Gong practitioners, dissidents, and minority groups; Whereas according to the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom’s (USCIRF) 2017 Annual Report on China, The government continued to detain, imprison, and torture countless religious freedom advocates, human rights defenders, and religious believers, including highly persecuted Falun Gong practitioners. ; Whereas according to the World Organization to Investigate the Persecution on Falun Gong (WOIPFG), the genocidal mass killing of Falun Gong practitioners via live organ harvesting has been orchestrated and committed by the CCP; Whereas the 610 Office was established on June 10, 1999, to coordinate and execute operations aimed at eliminating practitioners of Falun Gong; Whereas according to the United States Congressional-Executive Commission on China’s (CECC) 2017 Annual Report, Government officials continued to detain or otherwise restrict the freedom of Catholic and Christian leaders in both the underground and official church. ; Whereas the CCP coerced the Vatican to accept party-nominated bishops in China; Whereas the Tuidang Movement supports freedom for the Chinese people and renouncing membership in the CCP and its affiliates; and Whereas the number of people renouncing their membership in the CCP reached a total of approximately 300 million in 2018: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses solidarity with Falun Gong practitioners and their families; (2) calls upon the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to immediately cease and desist its campaign to persecute Falun Gong; and (3) expresses support for the Tuidang Movement and their pursuit of a free and democratic government in China.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 936 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 13, 2018 Mr. Weber of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of June 19, 2018, as Juneteenth Independence Day in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which slavery legally came to an end in the United States.

Whereas news of the end of slavery did not reach the frontier areas of the United States, in particular the State of Texas and the other Southwestern States, until months after the conclusion of the Civil War, more than 2 ½ years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863; Whereas, on June 19, 1865, Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news that the Civil War had ended and that the enslaved were free; Whereas African Americans who had been slaves in the Southwest celebrated June 19, commonly known as Juneteenth Independence Day , as inspiration and encouragement for future generations; Whereas African Americans from the Southwest have continued the tradition of observing Juneteenth Independence Day for over 150 years; Whereas 45 States and the District of Columbia have designated Juneteenth Independence Day as a special day of observance in recognition of the emancipation of all slaves in the United States; Whereas Juneteenth Independence Day celebrations have been held to honor African-American freedom while encouraging self-development and respect for all cultures; Whereas the faith and strength of character demonstrated by former slaves and the descendants of former slaves remain an example for all people of the United States, regardless of background, religion, or race; Whereas slavery was not officially abolished until the ratification of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States in December 1865; and Whereas, over the course of its history, the United States has grown into a symbol of democracy and freedom around the world: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Juneteenth Independence Day ; (2) recognizes the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day to the United States; (3) supports the continued nationwide celebration of Juneteenth Independence Day to provide an opportunity for the people of the United States to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the United States; and (4) recognizes that the observance of the end of slavery is part of the history and heritage of the United States.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 938 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 13, 2018 Mr. Meadows (for himself, Mr. Jordan , Mr. Gaetz , and Mr. Perry ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Of inquiry directing the Attorney General to provide certain documents in the Attorney General’s possession to the House of Representatives relating to the ongoing congressional investigation related to certain prosecutorial and investigatory decisions made by the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation surrounding the 2016 election.

That the Attorney General is directed to transmit to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the adoption of this resolution, copies of any document, record, memo, correspondence, or other communication, or any portion of any such communication, that refers or relates to the following: (1) All documents and communications with the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISC) referring or relating to any Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) applications associated with Carter Page or individuals on President Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign or part of the Trump administration. (2) All documents and communications referring or relating to FISC hearings and deliberations, including any court transcripts, related to any FISA applications associated with Carter Page or the Trump campaign or Trump administration. (3) All documents and communications referring or relating to internal Department of Justice or Federal Bureau of Investigation management requests to review, scrub, report on, or analyze any reporting of FISA collection involving, or coverage mentioning, the Trump campaign or Trump administration. (4) All documents and communications referring or relating to defensive briefings provided by the Department of Justice or Federal Bureau of Investigation to the 2016 presidential campaigns of Hillary Clinton or President Trump.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 939 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 13, 2018 Mr. Hurd submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Providing for the consideration of H.R. 4796.

That immediately upon adoption of this resolution, the House shall proceed to the consideration in the House of the bill (H.R. 4796) to provide relief from removal and adjustment of status of certain individuals who are long-term United States residents and who entered the United States before reaching the age of 18, improve border security, foster United States engagement in Central America, 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 Majority Leader and the Minority Leader or their respective designees; (2) an amendment, if offered by Representative Hurd of Texas or his designee, which shall be in order without intervention of any point of order (except those arising under clause 7 of rule XVI), shall be considered as read, shall be separately debatable for 10 minutes equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question; and (3) one motion to recommit with or without instructions. 2. Clause 1(c) of rule XIX shall not apply to the consideration of H.R. 4796.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 940 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 13, 2018 Ms. Lee (for herself and Ms. Pelosi ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Congratulating the Golden State Warriors for their dominant back-to-back championship victory in the 2018 National Basketball Association Finals.

Whereas, on June 8, 2018, the Golden State Warriors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers by a score of 108–85, to win the 2018 National Basketball Association (referred to in the preamble as the NBA ) Finals in 4 games; Whereas the Golden State Warriors captured their third championship in 4 years, and their sixth championship in the history of the franchise; Whereas this dominant championship victory of 2018 marks the first time a professional sports team from the San Francisco Bay area in California has clinched a back-to-back championship title in 28 years; Whereas every single member of the 2017–2018 Golden State Warriors team contributed to this championship, including Jordan Bell, Chris Boucher, Quinn Cook, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Draymond Green, Andre Iguodala, Damian Jones, Shaun Livingston, Kevon Looney, Patrick McCaw, JaVale McGee, ZaZa Pachulia, Klay Thompson, David West, and Nick Young; Whereas, despite capturing its third championship in 4 years, the Golden State Warriors overcame a grueling NBA season, in which the team suffered a rash of injuries both during the season and in the playoff run; Whereas Kevin Durant was named Most Valuable Player of the NBA Finals for the second straight year, with 2 signature performances in Games 3 and 4 of the series, including scoring 43 points on the road in Cleveland, Ohio in Game 3, and registering a triple-double performance in Game 4; Whereas Steph Curry similarly registered signature performances in the NBA Finals series, in Game 2 when he scored 33 points to break the NBA Finals record for 3-pointers in a game, with 9 3-pointers made, and in Game 4 when he scored 37 points, bringing his scoring average to 27.5 points for the series; Whereas Steve Kerr, Mike Brown, and the entire team of coaches and staff have been instrumental in developing the Golden State Warriors’ dynamic and record-setting style of play, and have fostered a positive, selfless team spirit; Whereas Joe Lacob and Peter Gruber have built one of the most exciting and high-performing franchises in NBA history; and Whereas the dedicated fan base of the Golden State Warriors has offered unrelenting, passionate support to the team: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) congratulates the Golden State Warriors for winning the 2018 National Basketball Association Championship, a back-to-back victory after the team's 2017 championship; (2) recognizes the historic achievements of all the players, coaches, and staff who contributed to the 2017–2018 season; and (3) celebrates the pride exhibited by the Golden State Warriors, including their selfless teamwork and extraordinary character, joy, determination, and hard-work.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 942 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 14, 2018 Mr. Hastings (for himself, Ms. Wasserman Schultz , Ms. Wilson of Florida , Mr. Deutch , and Ms. Frankel of Florida ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for the honoring of the City Commission of the City of Lauderdale Lakes, Broward County, Florida.

Whereas the City of Lauderdale Lakes, Broward County, Florida, was incorporated on June 22, 1961; Whereas the City is located in central Broward County on United States Highway 441; Whereas originally popular as a retirement area for northeasterners, notably New Yorkers and those of the Jewish faith, the population, toward the end of the 20th century, grew to include those with Caribbean and African-American heritage; Whereas the current population of the City numbers approximately 35,000 people, consisting of approximately 15,000 households; Whereas, in 2014, by vote of the City electorate, the government of the City was changed to provide for a governing body of five elected officials, including a Mayor elected at-large; Whereas, in November 2016, the City held municipal elections and the electorate voted into office five women of color making the City of Lauderdale Lakes the only city in the State of Florida with a City Commission composed entirely of women; and Whereas the current City Commission consists of the Mayor, Hazelle Rogers, Vice Mayor Beverly Williams, and City Commissioners Sandra Davey, Gloria Lewis, Veronica Edwards Phillips: Now, therefore, be it

that the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the City of Lauderdale Lakes, Broward County, Florida, for having elected the first-ever city governing body of its size that is comprised solely of women of color; and (2) commends the City of Lauderdale Lakes, Broward County, Florida, for its progressive goals of minority representation by both women and people of color.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 944 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 14, 2018 Mrs. Torres (for herself and Mr. Smith of New Jersey ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing solidarity with and sympathy for the people of Guatemala after the June 3, 2018, eruption of the Fuego Volcano.

Whereas, on Sunday, June 3, 2018, Guatemala’s Fuego Volcano, which borders the Chimaltenago, Esquintla, and Sacatepequez Departments, erupted, spewing toxic gas, volcanic ash, and rock into the surrounding area; Whereas according to Guatemala’s natural disaster commission, CONRED, more than 100 people have died, at least 197 are missing, more than 12,500 have been evacuated from affected areas, and over 4,000 sheltered; Whereas, on June 3, 2018, the President of Guatemala, Jimmy Morales, declared 3 days of national mourning; Whereas, on June 6, 2018, the United States Embassy in Guatemala announced that the United States would provide an initial contribution of $300,000 in humanitarian assistance; Whereas, on June 7, 2018, six pediatric burn patients arrived safely at Shriners Hospital in Galveston, Texas, following close coordination between the Department of State, the United States Mission in Guatemala, and the Department of Defense, in collaboration with Shriners International and the Guatemalan Government; Whereas rains and the persistence of volcanic ash and toxic gases have further impeded recovery efforts; Whereas Guatemala is a longstanding United States ally and important economic partner; Whereas there are more than 1,000,000 Guatemalan-Americans living in the United States; and Whereas there are as many as 6,500 United States citizens living in Guatemala: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses its solidarity with and deepest sympathy for the people of Guatemala, especially the victims of the volcano eruption, and their families; (2) recognizes the efforts of Guatemalan first responders and citizen volunteers who have courageously rescued survivors and provided emergency assistance; (3) recognizes the voluntary donations made by United States citizens, companies, and charities to relief and reconstruction efforts; (4) urges the United States Agency for International Development and other relevant United States agencies to continue to provide relief and reconstruction assistance, using local procurement to the greatest extent possible.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 950 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 19, 2018 Mr. Roe of Tennessee (for himself and Mr. Walz ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of the week of June 18 through June 22, 2018, as National GI Bill Commemoration Week.

Whereas, on June 22, 1944, in demonstration of the full support of the United States for the transition of members of the Armed Forces to civilian life, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed into law the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944 (58 Stat. 284), more commonly known as the G.I. Bill of Rights ; Whereas such Act made available to 16,000,000 veterans who served in the Armed Forces during World War II immediate financial support and transformational education and home loan programs; Whereas such Act contributed 450,000 engineers, 240,000 accountants, 238,000 teachers, 91,000 scientists, 67,000 doctors, 122,000 dentists, 17,000 writers and editors, and thousands of other professionals to the workforce of the United States; Whereas this combination of opportunities changed the social and economic fabric of the United States, with a 1988 report from the Subcommittee on Education and Health of the Joint Economic Committee of Congress concluding that for every $1 the United States invested in such Act, $6.90 was returned in growth to the economy of the United States; Whereas such Act expressed the duty, responsibility, and desire of a grateful United States to see to it that those who served on active duty in the Armed Forces are afforded every opportunity to become disciplined forces for United States prosperity and progress, through economic opportunity and investment; Whereas Congress enacted subsequent Acts to provide educational assistance to new generations of veterans, including the Veterans’ Readjustment Benefits Act of 1966 ( Public Law 89–358 ), the Post-Vietnam Era Veterans’ Educational Assistance Act of 1977 ( Public Law 94–502 ), the Veterans’ Educational Assistance Act of 1984 ( Public Law 98–525 ), and the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008 ( Public Law 110–252 ); and Whereas the week of June 18 through June 22, 2018, is an appropriate week to designate as National GI Bill Commemoration Week : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) honors the achievements of the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944 (58 Stat. 284) in democratizing higher education, establishing greater citizenship through economic empowerment, and empowering a generation that would serve for decades to guide the transformation of the United States into a global force for good; and (2) affirms Congress’ responsibility to be faithful stewards of educational assistance provided under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to ensure that such assistance endures as an honorable investment of public dollars.
IV House Calendar No. 155 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 952 [Report No. 115–770] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 20, 2018 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. 4760) to amend the immigration laws and the homeland security laws, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 4760) to amend the immigration laws and the homeland security laws, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate, with 40 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary and 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Homeland Security; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

June 20, 2018 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 953 In the House of Representatives, U. S., June 21, 2018 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6136) to amend the immigration laws and provide for border security, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 6136) to amend the immigration laws and provide for border security, 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, with 40 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary and 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Homeland Security; and (2) one motion to recommit.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 156 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 953 [Report No. 115–771] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 20, 2018 Mr. Newhouse , 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. 6136) to amend the immigration laws and provide for border security, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 6136) to amend the immigration laws and provide for border security, 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, with 40 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary and 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Homeland Security; and (2) one motion to recommit.

June 20, 2018 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 954 In the House of Representatives, U. S., June 21, 2018 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4760) to amend the immigration laws and the homeland security laws, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 4760) to amend the immigration laws and the homeland security laws, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendments printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate, with 40 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary and 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Homeland Security; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 157 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 954 [Report No. 115–772] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 20, 2018 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. 4760) to amend the immigration laws and the homeland security laws, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 4760) to amend the immigration laws and the homeland security laws, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendments printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate, with 40 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary and 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Homeland Security; and (2) one motion to recommit with or without instructions.

June 20, 2018 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 956 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 21, 2018 Mr. Schiff (for himself, Ms. Clarke of New York , Mr. Meeks , Ms. Bonamici , Mr. Nadler , Ms. Wilson of Florida , Mr. Blumenauer , Ms. Sánchez , Mr. Kilmer , Ms. Barragán , Mr. Cárdenas , Ms. Jayapal , Ms. Pingree , Ms. Roybal-Allard , and Ms. McCollum ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Recognizing the benefits and importance of music making as an essential form of creative expression and expressing support for designating the Summer Solstice, June 21, 2018, as Make Music Day.

Whereas the Summer Solstice, June 21, is the first day of summer and an appropriate day to annually celebrate the myriad of joys and benefits of making music; Whereas this event began over 35 years ago in France as Fête de la Musique, and observations of Make Music Day now take place internationally in over 800 cities in 120 countries around the world; Whereas these celebrations have become a global phenomenon involving millions of musicians of all styles and skill levels, performing publicly; Whereas making music continues to demonstrate the power of music as providing enjoyment, building cultural connections, raising social awareness, celebrating history, and examining the whole of the human experience; Whereas making music inspires people of all abilities, persuasions, and ethnicities to come together to just play ; Whereas making music is an integral part of United States culture and a chronicle of the Nation’s struggles and triumphs; Whereas making music advances learning, enhances the overall educational experience, and contributes to a complete education; Whereas making music is shown to benefit the well-being of people throughout their lives, and that making music contributes to a fuller, more satisfying life; and Whereas Make Music Day will come to life throughout the United States with thousands of events on June 21, 2018, when musicians of all ages and abilities will perform on streets, sidewalks, stoops, plazas, parks, in group lessons, solo performances, instrument circles, musical parades, and mass appeal events open to all: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Make Music Day to celebrate the national commitment to making music and the importance of access to music education for all children; and (2) recognizes Make Music Day organizers and volunteers across the United States for promoting Make Music Day and for their efforts in promoting awareness of the benefits of making music and the importance of access to music education.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 957 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 22, 2018 Mr. Amash submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means , and in addition to the Committee on Rules , 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 Disapproving of the request of the President for the extension, under section 103(c)(1)(B)(i) of the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015, of the trade authorities procedures under that Act to any implementing bill submitted with respect to any trade agreement entered into under section 103(b) of that Act after June 30, 2018.

That the House of Representatives disapproves the request of the President for the extension, under section 103(c)(1)(B)(i) of the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015, of the trade authorities procedures under that Act to any implementing bill submitted with respect to any trade agreement entered into under section 103(b) of that Act after June 30, 2018.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 959 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 22, 2018 Mr. Heck (for himself, Mr. Kilmer , Ms. DelBene , Mr. Smith of Washington , Mr. Larsen of Washington , Ms. Jayapal , Mr. Blumenauer , and Ms. Lee ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION To express support for recognition of June 2018 as National Orca Protection Month.

Whereas orcas are an icon of the Pacific Northwest; Whereas orcas are culturally and spiritually important to Indian tribes in the Pacific Northwest; Whereas the Puget Sound is home to three pods of Southern Resident orcas; Whereas the Southern Resident orca population has declined dramatically over the past 50 years; Whereas the Southern Resident orcas are among the most contaminated marine mammals in the world; Whereas the Southern Resident orcas are threatened by declining chinook salmon populations; Whereas the Southern Resident orcas have been protected under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 ( 16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.) since 2005 and are one of the most endangered marine mammal populations in the world; Whereas the Southern Resident orca population reached its lowest level in 34 years in 2018, with 13 fewer whales than when the population was listed under the Endangered Species Act of 1973; Whereas June 2018 has been recognized by the States of Washington and Oregon as Orca Awareness Month; and Whereas the Federal Government has an obligation to protect and restore the Southern Resident orca population: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports recognition of National Orca Protection Month.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 962 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 25, 2018 Mr. Biggs (for himself, Mr. DeSantis , Mr. Norman , Mr. Gaetz , and Mr. Jody B. Hice of Georgia ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Ethics RESOLUTION Condemning and censuring Maxine Waters, Representative of California’s 43d Congressional District.

Whereas Representative Waters participated in a rally in Los Angeles on June 23, 2018, at which she called on the public to harass and attack members of the Trump administration; Whereas Representative Waters specifically stated, Let’s make sure we show up wherever we have to show up. If you see anybody from that Cabinet in a restaurant, in a department store, at a gasoline station, you get out and you create a crowd and you push back on them, and you tell them they’re not welcome anymore, anywhere. ; Whereas Representative Waters’ comments could directly and unnecessarily lead to public unrest, physical violence, and physical injury; Whereas harassment is never an acceptable method of disagreement; Whereas elected officials, including Majority Whip Steve Scalise and Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, have already been victims of physical violence rooted in political disagreement; Whereas at least three members of the Trump administration have already been heckled, called fascist , booed while eating at a restaurant, and asked to leave a restaurant solely over political disagreement, and Representative Waters’ comments condone this behavior; Whereas former President Barack Obama, in response to members of the American public booing politicians with whom they disagreed said, Don’t boo. Vote. ; Whereas Representative Waters’ comments do not contribute anything positive to the public dialogue; Whereas Representative Waters’ comments will not be contained to the angry sentiments of one party, but condone the use of physical and emotional violence against anyone for any cause; and Whereas Representative Waters’ comments are in direct conflict with the reputation of the United States as a Nation where individuals have a right to debate their differences civilly, without fear of physical retribution: Now, therefore, be it

That— (1) the House of Representatives censures and condemns Maxine Waters for conduct that condones public violence and incites public discord, and is not befitting an elected Member of the House of Representatives; and (2) it is the sense of the House of Representatives that Maxine Waters, Representative of California’s 43d Congressional District, should— (A) issue a formal apology to the members of the Trump administration and all public officials for endangering their lives and sowing seeds of discord; (B) issue a public statement that physical violence and harassment is not an appropriate reaction for members of the public to express disagreement with their elected officials; and (C) immediately resign from office to allow an individual more befitting of the respect of the people of the United States to represent California’s 43d Congressional District.
IV 115th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 963 In the House of Representatives, U. S., June 26, 2018 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 Veterans' Affairs : Mr. Flores, to rank immediately after Mr. Coffman.

Karen L. Haas, Clerk.