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III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 377 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 23, 2018 Ms. Warren (for herself, Mr. Cruz , Mr. Perdue , Mr. Udall , Mr. Peters , Ms. Hirono , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Rounds , Ms. Baldwin , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Jones , Mr. Van Hollen , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Blumenthal , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Menendez , Ms. Hassan , Mr. Warner , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Young , and Mr. Moran ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary April 10, 2018 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the importance of paying tribute to those individuals who have faithfully served and retired from the Armed Forces of the United States, designating April 18, 2018, as Military Retiree Appreciation Day , and encouraging the people of the United States to honor the past and continued service of military retirees to their local communities and the United States.

Whereas there are approximately 2,000,000 retirees of the Armed Forces of the United States who have earned their retirement through career service, a service-connected disability, or both; Whereas military retirees show an unrivaled dedication to service, having faithfully served their country and dedicated much of their lives knowing that at any moment they could be sent anywhere in the world and possibly asked to make the ultimate sacrifice to protect and defend the national security of the United States; Whereas military retirees, through their perseverance and dedication— (1) have proven to be leaders who are resilient, focused, disciplined, well-trained, and well-educated; and (2) bring the best qualities of citizenship in the United States to lifelong service within their national and local communities as dependable, responsible citizens and neighbors; Whereas the qualities of a military retiree often result in positive contributions to— (1) the civilian workforce, as experienced and knowledgeable employees; (2) local educational institutions, as teachers, counselors, and coaches; (3) local government, as elected public servants; and (4) communities, as dedicated and effective volunteers; Whereas the dedication and focus of military retirees helps strengthen and stabilize local communities; and Whereas the contributions of military retirees to their communities are the manifestation of the desire of the retirees to continue their selfless acts of volunteering and their lifelong service to the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates April 18, 2018, as Military Retiree Appreciation Day ; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to honor the past and continued service of military retirees to their local communities and the United States through appropriate ceremonies and other activities.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 377 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 23, 2018 Ms. Warren (for herself and Mr. Cruz ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Recognizing the importance of paying tribute to those individuals who have faithfully served and retired from the Armed Forces of the United States, designating April 18, 2018, as Military Retiree Appreciation Day , and encouraging the people of the United States to honor the past and continued service of military retirees to their local communities and the United States.

Whereas there are approximately 2,000,000 retirees of the Armed Forces of the United States who have earned their retirement through career service, a service-connected disability, or both; Whereas military retirees show an unrivaled dedication to service, having faithfully served their country and dedicated much of their lives knowing that at any moment they could be sent anywhere in the world and possibly asked to make the ultimate sacrifice to protect and defend the national security of the United States; Whereas military retirees, through their perseverance and dedication— (1) have proven to be leaders who are resilient, focused, disciplined, well-trained, and well-educated; and (2) bring the best qualities of citizenship in the United States to lifelong service within their national and local communities as dependable, responsible citizens and neighbors; Whereas the qualities of a military retiree often result in positive contributions to— (1) the civilian workforce, as experienced and knowledgeable employees; (2) local educational institutions, as teachers, counselors, and coaches; (3) local government, as elected public servants; and (4) communities, as dedicated and effective volunteers; Whereas the dedication and focus of military retirees helps strengthen and stabilize local communities; and Whereas the contributions of military retirees to their communities are the manifestation of the desire of the retirees to continue their selfless acts of volunteering and their lifelong service to the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates April 18, 2018, as Military Retiree Appreciation Day ; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to honor the past and continued service of military retirees to their local communities and the United States through appropriate ceremonies and other activities.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 379 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 23, 2018 Mr. McConnell (for himself and Mr. Schumer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize the production of records by the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Whereas, the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs conducted an investigation into the purchase and shipment of illicit opioids into and throughout the United States; Whereas, the Subcommittee has received a request from a federal law enforcement agency for access to records of the Subcommittee’s investigation; Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate can, by administrative or judicial process, be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the Senate; Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate is needed for the promotion of justice, the Senate will take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it

That the Chairman and Ranking Minority Member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, acting jointly, are authorized to provide to law enforcement officials, regulatory agencies, and other entities or individuals duly authorized by federal or state governments, records of the Subcommittee’s investigation into the purchase and shipment of illicit opioids into and throughout the United States.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 381 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 25, 2018 Mr. Scott (for himself, Mr. Alexander , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Burr , Mr. Cassidy , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Cotton , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Daines , Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Gardner , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Johnson , Mr. Lankford , Mr. McCain , Mr. Paul , Mr. Perdue , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Tillis , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Young , and Mr. Graham ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of January 21 through January 27, 2018, as National School Choice Week .

Whereas providing a diversity of choices in K–12 education empowers parents to select education environments that meet the individual needs and strengths of their children; Whereas high-quality K–12 education environments of all varieties are available in the United States, including traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online academies, and home schooling; Whereas talented teachers and school leaders in each of the education environments prepare children to achieve their dreams; Whereas more families than ever before in the United States actively choose the best education for their children; Whereas more public awareness of the issue of parental choice in education can inform additional families of the benefits of proactively choosing challenging, motivating, and effective education environments for their children; Whereas the process by which parents choose schools for their children is nonpolitical, nonpartisan, and deserves the utmost respect; and Whereas hundreds of organizations, more than 9,000 schools, and millions of individuals in the United States celebrate the benefits of educational choice during the 8 th annual National School Choice Week, held the week of January 21 through January 27, 2018: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of January 21 through January 27, 2018, as National School Choice Week ; (2) congratulates students, parents, teachers, and school leaders from K–12 education environments of all varieties for their persistence, achievements, dedication, and contributions to society in the United States; (3) encourages all parents, during National School Choice Week, to learn more about the education options available to them; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to hold appropriate programs, events, and activities during National School Choice Week to raise public awareness of the benefits of opportunity in education.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 383 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 25, 2018 Ms. Duckworth (for herself, Ms. Harris , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Van Hollen , Ms. Warren , Mr. Durbin , Ms. Heitkamp , Ms. Baldwin , Ms. Stabenow , Ms. Hassan , Mr. King , Mr. Brown , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Markey , Mrs. Feinstein , Ms. Hirono , Mrs. Murray , and Mr. Nelson ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of a Women’s Health Research Day .

Whereas women constitute 50.4 percent of people in the United States; Whereas women of different race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and age experience many diseases and disorders differently than men experience diseases and disorders; Whereas those different experiences are reflected in the incidence, prevalence, symptomology, and severity of the disease or disorder; Whereas the risks and benefits of medical therapies vary based on the race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and age of a woman; Whereas women and men have fundamental biological differences; Whereas, for many years, women of different race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and age were underrepresented in biomedical and clinical research; Whereas the improvement of the health of women relies on sex- and gender-based biomedical and clinical research; Whereas the promise of individualized medicine cannot be realized without sex- and gender-based parity in research; Whereas, on January 25, 2016, the National Institutes of Health implemented a policy requiring federally funded investigators to consider sex as a biological variable in preclinical research; and Whereas that policy ushered in a new era of inclusivity and parity in research relating to the health of women: Now, therefore, be it

that the Senate— (1) expresses support for the designation of a Women’s Health Research Day ; and (2) supports efforts to— (A) recognize the importance of biomedical and clinical research to the health and well-being of women; (B) increase awareness of the value of sex- and gender-based biomedical research; and (C) encourage individuals, including researchers and patients, to advocate on behalf of sex- and gender-inclusive research for women of different race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and age.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 389 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 30, 2018 Mrs. Fischer (for herself and Mr. Sasse ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating the commissioning of the USS Omaha.

Whereas the great city of Omaha, Nebraska, was founded on July 4, 1854; Whereas the Lone Tree Ferry bringing pioneers across the Missouri River into Omaha caused Omaha to become known as the Gateway to the West ; Whereas Nebraska is the only triply landlocked State in the Union; Whereas the first USS Omaha was a screw sloop launched in 1869, 2 years after Nebraska became a State on March 1, 1867; Whereas the second USS Omaha (CL–4) was an Omaha class light cruiser commissioned on February 24, 1923; Whereas the USS Omaha (CL–4) served in both the Pacific and Atlantic theaters and captured a German blockade runner a month before World War II officially began; Whereas the Nebraska Admirals Association, formed in 1931, has had thousands of Admirals commissioned in the Nebraska Navy to promote The Good Life ; Whereas the Big Red Sub Club— (1) was formed to support the crews of the USS Nebraska (SSBN–739); and (2) is the most active State organization supporting the submarine fleet of the United States; Whereas the Navy League of the United States, Nebraska Council, strongly supports a strong United States Navy for national security; Whereas on June 11, 2012, Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus announced that an Independence class littoral combat ship would be named the United States Ship Omaha; Whereas on November 20, 2015, the United States Navy launched the USS Omaha; Whereas on December 19, 2015, the USS Omaha was christened in Mobile, Alabama, sponsored by Omaha philanthropist Susie Buffett; and Whereas on February 3, 2018, the USS Omaha will be commissioned: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate commemorates— (1) the commissioning of the United States Ship Omaha (LCS–12); and (2) the mission of the USS Omaha as a networked, agile, stealthy surface combatant capable of defeating antiaccess and asymmetric threats in the littorals.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 392 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 6, 2018 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself, Mr. Hatch , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Isakson , and Mr. Thune ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation RESOLUTION Commemorating the success of the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams in the past 23 Olympic Winter Games and 11 Paralympic Winter Games and supporting the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams in the 2018 Olympic Winter Games and Paralympic Winter Games.

Whereas, for more than 100 years, the Olympic and Paralympic movements have built a more peaceful and better world by— (1) educating young people through amateur athletics; (2) bringing together athletes from many countries in friendly competition; and (3) forging new relationships among athletes bound by friendship, solidarity, and fair play; Whereas the 2018 Olympic Winter Games will take place in PyeongChang, South Korea, from February 9 to February 25, 2018; Whereas the 2018 Paralympic Winter Games will take place in PyeongChang, South Korea, from March 9 to March 18, 2018; Whereas at the 2018 Olympic Winter Games, 90 nations will compete in 7 sports, and the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams (referred to in this preamble as Team USA ) will compete in all 7 sports; Whereas at the 2018 Paralympic Winter Games, approximately 45 nations will compete in 5 sports, and Team USA will compete in all 5 sports; Whereas Team USA has won 96 gold medals, 102 silver medals, and 84 bronze medals, totaling 282 medals, during the past 23 Olympic Winter Games; Whereas Team USA has won 98 gold medals, 104 silver medals, and 77 bronze medals, totaling 279 medals, during the past 11 Paralympic Winter Games; Whereas the people of the United States stand united in respect and admiration for the members of Team USA and the athletic accomplishments, sportsmanship, and dedication to excellence of Team USA; Whereas the many accomplishments of Team USA would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of many individuals, including— (1) individuals on the United States Olympic Committee; and (2) the many administrators, coaches, and family members who provide critical support to the athletes of Team USA; Whereas the United States takes great pride in the athletes of Team USA exhibiting a commitment to excellence, grace under pressure, and good will toward other competitors; and Whereas the Olympic and Paralympic Movements celebrate competition, fair play, and the pursuit of dreams: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) applauds the athletes and coaches of the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams (referred to in this resolving clause as Team USA ) and the families who support them; (2) supports the athletes of Team USA in competing at the 2018 Olympic Winter Games and Paralympic Winter Games in PyeongChang, South Korea; and (3) supports the goals and ideals of the Olympic Games and the Paralympic Games.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 393 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 6, 2018 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Making minority party appointments for the 115th Congress.

That the following be the minority membership on the following committees for the remainder of the 115th Congress, or until their successors are appointed: Committee on Foreign Relations: Mr. Menendez, Mr. Cardin, Mrs. Shaheen, Mr. Coons, Mr. Udall, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Kaine, Mr. Markey, Mr. Merkley, Mr. Booker Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship: Mr. Cardin, Ms. Cantwell, Mrs. Shaheen, Ms. Heitkamp, Mr. Markey, Mr. Booker, Mr. Coons, Ms. Hirono, Ms. Duckworth
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 395 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 7, 2018 Mr. Thune (for himself, Mr. Hatch , Mr. Bennet , Ms. Klobuchar , and Mr. Gardner ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that ambush marketing adversely affects the United States Olympic and Paralympic teams.

Whereas the 2018 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games will occur on February 9, 2018, through February 25, 2018, and March 9, 2018, through March 18, 2018, respectively, in PyeongChang, South Korea; Whereas approximately 3,000 athletes representing 90 nations across 7 sports are expected at the Olympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018 and 670 athletes representing approximately 45 nations across 5 sports at the Paralympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018; Whereas American athletes have spent countless days, months, and years training to earn a spot on the United States Olympic or Paralympic teams; Whereas the Ted Stevens Olympic and Amateur Sports Act ( 36 U.S.C. 220501 et seq.)— (1) established the United States Olympic Committee as the coordinating body for all Olympic and Paralympic athletic activity in the United States; (2) gave the United States Olympic Committee the exclusive right in the United States to use the words Olympic , Olympiad , Paralympic , and Pa­ra­lym­piad , the emblem of the United States Olympic Committee, and the symbols of the International Olympic Committee and the International Paralympic Committee; and (3) empowered the United States Olympic Committee to authorize sponsors that contribute to the United States Olympic or Paralympic teams to use any trademark, symbol, insignia, or emblem of the International Olympic Committee, the International Pa­ra­lym­pic Committee, the Pan-American Sports Organization, or the United States Olympic Committee; Whereas Team USA is significantly funded by 35 sponsors who ensure that the United States has the best Olympic and Paralympic teams possible; Whereas in recent years, a number of entities in the United States have engaged in marketing strategies that appear to affiliate themselves with the Olympic and Paralympic Games without becoming official sponsors of Team USA; Whereas any ambush marketing in violation of the Lanham Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1051 et seq.) undermines sponsorship activities and creates consumer confusion around official Olympic and Paralympic sponsors; and Whereas ambush marketing impedes the goals of the Ted Stevens Olympic and Amateur Sports Act ( 36 U.S.C. 220501 et seq.) to fund the United States Olympic and Paralympic teams through official sponsorships: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) official sponsor support is critical to the success of Team USA at all international competitions; and (2) ambush marketing adversely affects the United States Olympic and Paralympic teams and their ability to attract and retain corporate sponsorships.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 397 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 7, 2018 Mrs. Murray (for herself, Ms. Collins , Ms. Baldwin , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Wyden , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Coons , Ms. Cantwell , Ms. Hassan , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. King , Mr. Peters , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Casey , and Mr. Isakson ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of February 5 through 9, 2018, as National School Counseling Week .

Whereas the American School Counselor Association has designated February 5 through 9, 2018, as National School Counseling Week ; Whereas school counselors have long advocated for equal opportunities for all students; Whereas school counselors help develop well-rounded students by guiding students through academic, social and emotional, and career development; Whereas personal and social growth results in increased academic achievement; Whereas school counselors play a vital role in ensuring that students are ready for both college and careers; Whereas school counselors play a vital role in making students aware of opportunities for financial aid and college scholarships; Whereas school counselors assist with and coordinate efforts to foster a positive school climate, resulting in a safer learning environment for all students; Whereas school counselors have been instrumental in helping students, teachers, and parents deal with personal trauma as well as tragedies in their communities and the United States; Whereas students face myriad challenges every day, including peer pressure, bullying, mental health issues, the deployment of family members to serve in conflicts overseas, and school violence; Whereas a school counselor is one of the few professionals in a school building who is trained in both education and social and emotional development; Whereas the roles and responsibilities of school counselors are often misunderstood; Whereas the school counselor position is often among the first to be eliminated to meet budgetary constraints; Whereas the national average ratio of students to school counselors is 482 to 1, almost twice the 250 to 1 ratio recommended by the American School Counselor Association, the National Association for College Admission Counseling, and other organizations; and Whereas the celebration of National School Counseling Week will increase awareness of the important and necessary role school counselors play in the lives of students in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of February 5 through 9, 2018, as National School Counseling Week ; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe National School Counseling Week with appropriate ceremonies and activities that promote awareness of the role school counselors play in schools and the community at large in preparing students for fulfilling lives as contributing members of society.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 400 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 9 (legislative day, February 8), 2018 Ms. Heitkamp (for herself, Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Daines , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Tester , Mr. Rounds , Mr. Lankford , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Thune , Ms. Hirono , Ms. Stabenow , Ms. Harris , Mr. Moran , Mr. Peters , Ms. Cantwell , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Sullivan , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Udall , Ms. Smith , Ms. Cortez Masto , and Mrs. Murray ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week beginning February 11, 2018, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week .

Whereas there are 36 Tribal Colleges and Universities operating on more than 75 campuses in 16 States; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities are tribally chartered or federally chartered institutions of higher education and therefore have a unique relationship with the Federal Government; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities serve students from more than 250 federally recognized Indian tribes; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities offer students access to knowledge and skills grounded in cultural traditions and values, including indigenous languages, which— (1) enhances Indian communities; and (2) enriches the United States as a nation; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities provide access to high-quality postsecondary educational opportunities for— (1) American Indians; (2) Alaska Natives; and (3) other individuals that live in some of the most isolated and economically depressed areas in the United States; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities are accredited institutions of higher education that effectively prepare students to succeed in— (1) the academic pursuits of the students; and (2) the global and highly competitive workforce; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities have open enrollment policies, and approximately 15 percent of the students at Tribal Colleges and Universities are non-Indian individuals; and Whereas the collective mission and the considerable achievements of Tribal Colleges and Universities deserve national recognition: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week beginning February 11, 2018, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week ; and (2) calls on the people of the United States and interested groups to observe National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs to demonstrate support for Tribal Colleges and Universities.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 401 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 12, 2018 Mr. Daines (for himself, Mr. Tester , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Udall , Mr. Gardner , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Rounds , Mr. Lankford , Ms. Warren , Mr. Wyden , and Mrs. Murray ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary April 25, 2018 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating May 5, 2018 as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls .

Whereas, according to a study commissioned by the Department of Justice, in some tribal communities, American Indian women face murder rates that are more than 10 times the national average murder rate; Whereas, according to the most recently available data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2015, homicide— (1) ranged from the second to seventh leading cause of death for American Indian and Alaska Native females between 1 and 39 years of age; and (2) remained a leading cause of death for most American Indian and Alaska Native females between 40 and 64 years of age; Whereas little data exist on the number of missing American Indian and Alaska Native women and girls in the United States; Whereas, on July 5, 2013, Hanna Harris, a member of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe, was reported missing by her family in Lame Deer, Montana; Whereas the body of Hanna Harris was found 5 days after she went missing; Whereas Hanna Harris was determined to have been raped and murdered, and the individuals accused of committing those crimes were convicted; Whereas the case of Hanna Harris is an example of many similar cases; and Whereas Hanna Harris was born on May 5, 1992: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates May 5, 2018, as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls ; and (2) calls on the people of the United States and interested groups— (A) to commemorate the lives of missing and murdered American Indian and Alaska Native women and girls whose cases are documented and undocumented in public records and the media; and (B) to demonstrate solidarity with the families of the victims in light of those tragedies.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 401 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 12, 2018 Mr. Daines (for himself, Mr. Tester , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Udall , Mr. Gardner , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Crapo , and Mr. Rounds ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating May 5, 2018 as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls .

Whereas, according to a study commissioned by the Department of Justice, in some tribal communities, American Indian women face murder rates that are more than 10 times the national average murder rate; Whereas, according to the most recently available data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2015, homicide— (1) ranged from the second to seventh leading cause of death for American Indian and Alaska Native females between 1 and 39 years of age; and (2) remained a leading cause of death for most American Indian and Alaska Native females between 40 and 64 years of age; Whereas little data exist on the number of missing American Indian and Alaska Native women and girls in the United States; Whereas, on July 5, 2013, Hanna Harris, a member of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe, was reported missing by her family in Lame Deer, Montana; Whereas the body of Hanna Harris was found 5 days after she went missing; Whereas Hanna Harris was determined to have been raped and murdered, and the individuals accused of committing those crimes were convicted; Whereas the case of Hanna Harris is an example of many similar cases; and Whereas Hanna Harris was born on May 5, 1992: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates May 5, 2018, as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls ; and (2) calls on the people of the United States and interested groups— (A) to commemorate the lives of missing and murdered American Indian and Alaska Native women and girls whose cases are documented and undocumented in public records and the media; and (B) to demonstrate solidarity with the families of the victims in light of those tragedies.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 405 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 13, 2018 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Mr. Boozman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary March 22, 2018 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the third week of March 2018 as National CACFP Week .

Whereas the third week of March is annually recognized as National CACFP Week to raise awareness of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (commonly referred to as the CACFP ) of the Department of Agriculture; Whereas the Department of Agriculture reaffirms the vital role positive nutritional habits play in the healthy growth of children in the United States; Whereas the Department of Agriculture also reaffirms the importance of nutritional education for the most vulnerable and youngest children, as well as adults, through centers and homes throughout the United States; Whereas the American Academy of Pediatrics supported and informed the meal pattern revisions issued by the Department of Agriculture, which highlighted the continual importance of updated and accurate nutritional information for children; Whereas, in 2016, the CACFP provided daily meals and snacks to 4,400,000 children and adults in child care centers, adult day care homes, and after-school programs, providing almost 2,100,000,000 meals and snacks in total; Whereas the CACFP not only provides nutritional meals and education but also increases the quality of child care in general, especially for children in low-income areas; Whereas the innovative approach to oversight of the CACFP, which pairs child care centers, adult day care homes, and after-school sites with either a non-profit sponsoring organization or a State agency, highlights a unique public-private partnership that supports working families and small businesses; Whereas, although child care can be expensive in many locations throughout the United States, the CACFP increases the effectiveness and viability of child care centers and adult day care homes for many providers, especially in rural areas; and Whereas an increasing number of studies demonstrate that access to the CACFP can measurably and positively impact the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical health and development of children, leading to more favorable outcomes such as— (1) a decreased likelihood of being hospitalized; (2) an increased likelihood of healthy weight gain; and (3) an increased likelihood of a more varied diet: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week beginning on March 11, 2018, as National CACFP Week ; and (2) recognizes the role of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (commonly referred to as the CACFP ) in improving the health of the country's most vulnerable children and adults in child care centers, adult day care homes, and after-school care by providing nutritious meals and snacks.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 405 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 13, 2018 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Mr. Boozman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating the third week of March 2018 as National CACFP Week .

Whereas the third week of March is annually recognized as National CACFP Week to raise awareness of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (commonly referred to as the CACFP ) of the Department of Agriculture; Whereas the Department of Agriculture reaffirms the vital role positive nutritional habits play in the healthy growth of children in the United States; Whereas the Department of Agriculture also reaffirms the importance of nutritional education for the most vulnerable and youngest children, as well as adults, through centers and homes throughout the United States; Whereas the American Academy of Pediatrics supported and informed the meal pattern revisions issued by the Department of Agriculture, which highlighted the continual importance of updated and accurate nutritional information for children; Whereas, in 2016, the CACFP provided daily meals and snacks to 4,400,000 children and adults in child care centers, adult day care homes, and after-school programs, providing almost 2,100,000,000 meals and snacks in total; Whereas the CACFP not only provides nutritional meals and education but also increases the quality of child care in general, especially for children in low-income areas; Whereas the innovative approach to oversight of the CACFP, which pairs child care centers, adult day care homes, and after-school sites with either a non-profit sponsoring organization or a State agency, highlights a unique public-private partnership that supports working families and small businesses; Whereas, although child care can be expensive in many locations throughout the United States, the CACFP increases the effectiveness and viability of child care centers and adult day care homes for many providers, especially in rural areas; and Whereas an increasing number of studies demonstrate that access to the CACFP can measurably and positively impact the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical health and development of children, leading to more favorable outcomes such as— (1) a decreased likelihood of being hospitalized; (2) an increased likelihood of healthy weight gain; and (3) an increased likelihood of a more varied diet: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week beginning on March 11, 2018, as National CACFP Week ; and (2) recognizes the role of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (commonly referred to as the CACFP ) in improving the health of the country's most vulnerable children and adults in child care centers, adult day care homes, and after-school care by providing nutritious meals and snacks.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 406 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 14, 2018 Mr. McConnell (for himself and Mr. Schumer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of United States v. Ahmed Alahmedalabdaloklah .

Whereas, in the case of United States v. Ahmed Alah­med­al­ab­dal­o­klah , No. CR–12–01263–001–PHX–ROS, pending in the United States District Court for the District of Arizona, the defendant has issued a subpoena for testimony and documents to Senator Lindsey Graham; Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. §§ 288b(a) and 288c(a)(2), the Senate may direct its counsel to represent Members of the Senate with respect to any subpoena, order, or request for testimony or documents relating to their official responsibilities; Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the Senate; and Whereas, by Rule VI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, no Senator shall absent himself from the service of the Senate without leave: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent Senator Lindsey Graham in this matter.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 411 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 15, 2018 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself, Mr. Burr , and Mr. Nelson ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation RESOLUTION Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the first 9–1–1 call in the United States.

Whereas, prior to the 1960s, the United States did not have a single designated telephone number for the people of the United States to call for help in times of emergency; Whereas, in late 1967 and early 1968, the Federal Communications Commission and the American Telephone and Telegraph Company developed a proposal to make the digits 9–1–1 the emergency code throughout the United States; Whereas, on February 16, 1968, the first 9–1–1 call was placed in Haleyville, Alabama; Whereas, in 1999, Congress passed the Wireless Communications and Public Safety Act of 1999 ( 47 U.S.C. 615 et seq.), designating 9–1–1 as the national emergency telephone number; Whereas, by the end of the 20th century, nearly 93 percent of the population of the United States, and 96 percent of the land area of the United States, was covered by some type of 9–1–1 service; Whereas the availability of 9–1–1 as a national emergency number has contributed to the saving of an untold number of lives in the United States; Whereas the people of the United States are educated from a young age to rely upon the 9–1–1 systems of the United States to reach help in an emergency; Whereas the takers of 9–1–1 calls, known as public safety telecommunicators, dedicate their lives to answering 9–1–1 calls and helping others; Whereas those public safety telecommunicators are critical to ensuring the safety of the general public and first responders; Whereas, every day, public safety telecommunicators— (1) help to save and to protect lives; (2) direct help to where it is needed most; and (3) provide medical instruction, comfort, and reassurance; and Whereas ongoing efforts to modernize 9–1–1 systems— (1) will ensure the 9–1–1 infrastructure of the United States remains resilient, robust, and innovative; and (2) will empower public safety telecommunicators to make increasingly critical contributions to the safety and security of the general public, as well as first responders: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) honors the 50th anniversary of the first 9–1–1 call and the establishment of 9–1–1 as the nationwide emergency number; (2) praises public safety telecommunicators for their lifesaving work; (3) recognizes the importance of the 9–1–1 systems of the United States and the need for robust and reliable access to those systems; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to celebrate the 50th anniversary of 9–1–1 and the lifesaving contributions of public safety telecommunicators and first responders facilitated by 9–1–1 systems.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 412 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 15, 2018 Mr. Moran submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services October 3 (legislative day, September 28), 2018 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion and celebrating Black History Month.

Whereas, since 1976, the United States has celebrated Black History Month each February to seize the opportunity to honor the accomplishments of African Americans in every area of endeavor throughout the history of the United States; Whereas the people of the United States honor the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion (referred to in this preamble as the 6888th ), which was the first and only African-American unit in the Women’s Army Corps to deploy overseas during World War II; Whereas the 6888th served honorably during World War II from January 1945 to March 1946; Whereas the 6888th trained at Fort Oglethrope, Georgia, and deployed overseas to operate in Birmingham, England, Rouen, France, and Paris, France; Whereas, while in Europe, the 6888th worked around-the-clock sorting millions of pieces of mail; Whereas a new monument honoring the women of the 6888th will be erected in the Buffalo Soldier Memorial Park in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas; Whereas the monument will— (1) feature the commanding officer of the 6888th, Lieutenant Colonel Charity Adams Earley; (2) list the names of more than 700 soldiers in the Women's Army Corps assigned to the 6888th; and (3) celebrate the deeds of and sacrifices made by those who served in the 6888th; and Whereas Black History Month provides all individuals in the United States an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of African Americans, including the remarkable service of the 6888th: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) expresses support for— (A) the monument recognizing the service of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion; and (B) the mission of the Buffalo Soldier Educational and Historical Committee; (2) during Black History Month and throughout 2018, encourages all individuals in the United States to celebrate the history of the United States and the important accomplishments and contributions of African Americans; and (3) appreciates the contributions of and sacrifices made by the soldiers of the Women's Army Corps assigned to the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion during World War II, who served honorably and are members of the Greatest Generation .
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 412 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 15, 2018 Mr. Moran submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion and celebrating Black History Month.

Whereas, since 1976, the United States has celebrated Black History Month each February to seize the opportunity to honor the accomplishments of African Americans in every area of endeavor throughout the history of the United States; Whereas the people of the United States honor the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion (referred to in this preamble as the 6888th ), which was the first and only African-American unit in the Women’s Army Corps to deploy overseas during World War II; Whereas the 6888th served honorably during World War II from January 1945 to March 1946; Whereas the 6888th trained at Fort Oglethrope, Georgia, and deployed overseas to operate in Birmingham, England, Rouen, France, and Paris, France; Whereas, while in Europe, the 6888th worked around-the-clock sorting millions of pieces of mail; Whereas a new monument honoring the women of the 6888th will be erected in the Buffalo Soldier Memorial Park in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas; Whereas the monument will— (1) feature the commanding officer of the 6888th, Lieutenant Colonel Charity Adams Earley; (2) list the names of more than 700 soldiers in the Women's Army Corps assigned to the 6888th; and (3) celebrate the deeds of and sacrifices made by those who served in the 6888th; and Whereas Black History Month provides all individuals in the United States an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of African Americans, including the remarkable service of the 6888th: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) expresses support for— (A) the monument recognizing the service of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion; and (B) the mission of the Buffalo Soldier Educational and Historical Committee; (2) during Black History Month and throughout 2018, encourages all individuals in the United States to celebrate the history of the United States and the important accomplishments and contributions of African Americans; and (3) appreciates the contributions of and sacrifices made by the soldiers of the Women's Army Corps assigned to the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion during World War II, who served honorably and are members of the Greatest Generation .
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 415 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 27, 2018 Mr. Grassley (for himself, Mr. Coons , Ms. Warren , Mr. Durbin , and Ms. Klobuchar ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating March 2, 2018, as National Speech and Debate Education Day .

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

That the Senate— (1) designates March 2, 2018, as National Speech and Debate Education Day ; (2) strongly affirms the purposes of National Speech and Debate Education Day; and (3) encourages educational institutions, businesses, community and civic associations, and all people of the United States to celebrate and promote National Speech and Debate Education Day.