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IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 356 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 7, 2019 Mr. Engel (for himself, Mr. Upton , and Mr. King of New York ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month .

Whereas 6,200,000, or 8.4 percent, of children in the United States currently have asthma; Whereas 25,200,000, or one in 13 people in the United States have asthma, and the numbers are increasing each year; Whereas on average, in 2013, children missed 5 days of school and adults missed 4 days of work because of asthma; Whereas asthma is the second most common noncommunicable disease among children; Whereas 2,000,000 individuals per year visit emergency departments because of asthma’s effects; Whereas the total economic cost of asthma was $81.9 billion per year from 2008 to 2013 in the United States; Whereas fewer than half of people with asthma report being given an asthma action plan, which is key to the prevention of asthma attacks; Whereas asthma is a manageable disease; and Whereas May would be an appropriate month to designate as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month ; (2) encourages awareness of the prevalence of asthma and allergies, including heightened prevalence among women, minority, and urban demographics; (3) recognizes and salutes health care professionals who treat asthma and allergy-related health issues; (4) recognizes and salutes researchers working to identify asthma and allergy cures; (5) recognizes and reaffirms commitment to public education about asthma and allergy treatment and symptoms and to advancing care for both asthma and allergy conditions; and (6) supports investment in researching the prevention, treatment, and eradication of asthma.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 361 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 8, 2019 Mr. Harder of California (for himself and Ms. Stefanik ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services RESOLUTION Recognizing the importance of paying tribute to those individuals who have faithfully served and retired from the Armed Forces of the United States, supporting the goals and ideals of 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 the day of April 18, 2019, is Military Retiree Appreciation Day; 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 House of Representatives— (1) should designate a 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.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 362 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 8, 2019 Mr. Veasey submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of May 2019 as Health and Fitness Month .

Whereas 2/3 of adults and nearly 1 in 3 children are overweight or obese in the United States; Whereas unhealthy eating habits and lack of physical activity have contributed to the obesity epidemic in the United States; Whereas the prevalence of obesity in the United States more than doubled from 15 percent to 34 percent among adults and more than tripled from 5 percent to 17 percent among children and adolescents from 1980 to 2008; Whereas an obese teenager is 70 percent more likely to become an obese adult; Whereas obesity is more common among non-Hispanic Black teenagers (29 percent) than Hispanic teenagers (17.5 percent) or non-Hispanic White teenagers (14.5 percent); Whereas 70 percent of American Indian and Alaska Native adults are overweight or obese; Whereas studies indicate that overweight youth may never achieve a healthy weight; Whereas a poor diet is associated with major health risks that can cause illness and even death; Whereas, in addition to healthy eating, people in the United States can experience positive health benefits and be on the path for a better future by incorporating physical activity into daily life, including 30 minutes for adults and 60 minutes for children; Whereas physical activity can help prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and stroke, control weight, reduce fat, condition the heart and lungs, improve sleep, decrease the potential of becoming depressed, increase energy and self-esteem, relieve stress, and increase the chances of living longer; and Whereas May 2019 would be an appropriate month to designate as Health and Fitness Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Health and Fitness Month ; and (2) supports efforts to educate the people of the United States on the importance of a healthy and nutritious lifestyle.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 363 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 9, 2019 Mr. Graves of Missouri (for himself, Mr. Loebsack , Mr. Thompson of California , Mr. McGovern , Mr. Bost , Mr. Guthrie , Mr. Emmer , Ms. DelBene , Mr. Luetkemeyer , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Ms. Davids of Kansas , and Mrs. Hartzler ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and Labor RESOLUTION Recognizing the roles and contributions of America’s teachers to building and enhancing the Nation’s civic, cultural, and economic well-being.

Whereas education and knowledge are the foundation of America’s current and future strength; Whereas the purpose of National Teacher Appreciation Week, held during May 6, 2019, through May 10, 2019, is to raise public awareness of the unquantifiable contributions of teachers and to promote greater respect and understanding for the teaching profession; and Whereas students, schools, communities, and a number of organizations representing educators are hosting teacher appreciation events in recognition of National Teacher Appreciation Week: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives thanks and promotes the profession of teaching by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to participate in teacher appreciation events during National Teacher Appreciation Week.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 365 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 9, 2019 Ms. Dean (for herself, Mr. Brendan F. Boyle of Pennsylvania , and Ms. Scanlon ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of May 10, 2019, as World Lupus Day .

Whereas each year, the Lupus Foundation of America designates May as National Lupus Awareness Month to show support for the estimated 1.5 million Americans who have lupus; Whereas lupus is a serious and incurable autoimmune disease that can cause life-threatening damage to any organ in the body; Whereas lupus is a global health problem that affects millions of young women, men, and children of all nationalities, races, ethnicities, genders, and ages worldwide; Whereas many physicians worldwide are unaware of symptoms and health effects of lupus, causing people with lupus to suffer for many years before they obtain a correct diagnosis and medical treatment; Whereas medical research efforts into lupus and the discovery and development of safer, more effective treatments for lupus patients are underfunded in comparison with diseases of similar magnitude and severity; Whereas people with lupus will face a lifetime of living with the unpredictable and life-changing health effects of this disease; Whereas there is a deep, unmet need worldwide to educate and support individuals and families affected by lupus; Whereas there is an urgent need to increase awareness in our community and communities worldwide of the devastating impact of lupus; and Whereas citizens are urged to observe this World Lupus Day by educating themselves on the symptoms and impact of lupus, and to join with the Lupus Foundation of America, Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter, in supporting programs of research, education, and community service: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives hereby supports the designation of World Lupus Day on which lupus organizations around the globe call for increases in public and private sector funding for medical research on lupus, targeted education programs for health professionals, patients, and the public, and worldwide recognition of lupus as a significant public health issue.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 366 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 9, 2019 Mrs. Beatty submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of May as Stroke Awareness Month.

Whereas stroke, also known as a cerebrovascular accident, is an acute neurologic injury that occurs when the blood supply to a part of the brain is interrupted by a clot in the artery or a burst of the artery; Whereas stroke is a medical emergency that can cause permanent neurologic damage or even death if not promptly diagnosed and treated; Whereas in the United States, stroke is now the fifth leading cause of death; Whereas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 person in the United States dies from stroke every 4 minutes; Whereas every year, approximately 795,000 people in the United States have a stroke; Whereas the direct (medical) costs of stroke are $17.5 billion annually, and total costs (both medical and lost productivity) are $33.6 billion; Whereas stroke is a leading cause of serious long-term disability; Whereas those disabilities may require ongoing physical, occupational, speech-language, and other therapy and surgeries; Whereas the permanent health concerns and treatments resulting from stroke have a considerable impact on children, families, and society; and Whereas May would be an appropriate month to designate as National Stroke Awareness Month: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Stroke Awareness Month; (2) encourages the people of the United States to support the efforts, programs, services, and advocacy of organizations that work to enhance public awareness of stroke; and (3) encourages continued coordination and cooperation between government, researchers, families, and the public to improve treatments and prognoses for individuals who suffer strokes.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 371 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 9, 2019 Mr. Thompson of California (for himself and Ms. Lee of California ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources RESOLUTION Recognizing the 10th anniversary of Outdoor Afro.

Whereas Outdoor Afro started as a blog about nature in 2009 and has grown into a cutting-edge nationwide network with volunteer leaders in 30 States, guiding hundreds of outdoor events each year based on a simple mission to celebrate and inspire African-American connections to nature through recreational activities like camping, hiking, birding, fishing, gardening, skiing, and more; Whereas, in the past 10 years, Outdoor Afro, a national nonprofit organization, has cultivated and trained more than 200 outdoor leaders, leading thousands of outdoor events, and reaching well over 150,000 participants; Whereas Outdoor Afro has disrupted the false perception that African Americans do not have a relationship with nature and is inspiring access to the most pristine nature as well as urban nature, including local parks, trails, and open spaces; Whereas Outdoor Afro not only promotes a healthy lifestyle, it also helps communities find healing, connect to Black history found in many natural areas, and inspires an increased desire to protect vulnerable public lands for all to enjoy; Whereas Outdoor Afro has shifted the visual representation of who can connect with and lead in the outdoors by offering activities such as hiking, biking, camping, environmental education, conservation stewardship, and more; Whereas Outdoor Afro held its first international expedition in 2018 to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, which was widely covered in the media; Whereas Outdoor Afro is engaging millions of people through digital outreach by reaching 50,000 people per day and is changing the narrative of who engages in the outdoors by posting thousands of photos and stories; Whereas Outdoor Afro’s growing network mostly comprises college-educated, civically engaged men and women, many who plan and act on behalf of children and senior community members, thereby restoring African-American leadership in nature back to the home; Whereas more than any other group, African Americans turn to Outdoor Afro for advice on where to recreate, which outdoor gear to use, and which causes need our greatest attention; and Whereas 2019 marks the 10th year since Outdoor Afro has established itself as a community that supports reconnecting African Americans with natural spaces and one another through recreational activities: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the recognition of the 10th anniversary of Outdoor Afro; and (2) commends the leadership of Outdoor Afro for changing the face of conservation by leading the way for inclusion in outdoor recreation and nature for all.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 373 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 10, 2019 Mr. Biggs submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of a National Move Over Law Day.

Whereas the House of Representatives wishes to recognize tow truck operators (as defined by the Federal Highway Workers Association Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices) as private sector responders; Whereas due to the increasingly high rate of distracted drivers on the roadway, many towing operators lose their lives while performing their duties each year; Whereas nationally in 2018 the towing industry lost 21 towers, of which it is aware, to roadside collisions; Whereas every State has a move over law, which has correlated directly to a safer environment along our Nation’s roadsides for towers, law enforcement, first responders, and stranded citizens; Whereas these laws generally require motorists to move at least one lane over when there is an emergency or rescue activity taking place on the shoulder or side of the roadway; or, if unable to do so safely, to alternatively slow down and pass the scene with caution; and Whereas providing the towing industry and law enforcement an enhanced opportunity to inform the motoring public about these laws is critical to the public safety: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of a National Move Over Law Day; (2) urges the national incident management organizations, as well as State and regional incident management organizations, to spread awareness and promote the existence of, and adherence to, State move over laws; and (3) urges the national incident management organizations, and similar State and regional incident management organizations, to further educate the public on the dangers and loss of life if the provisions and requirements of State move over laws are not faithfully observed.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 376 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 10, 2019 Mr. Zeldin (for himself, Ms. Meng , Mr. Wilson of South Carolina , and Mr. Rose of New York ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Recognizing Israeli-American heritage and the contributions of the Israeli-American community to the United States.

Whereas there are currently up to 800,000 Israeli-Americans contributing to our society; Whereas the values of Israelis and Israeli-Americans are shared American values; Whereas Israeli-Americans bring invaluable skills that promote our economy and national security, such as expertise in cybersecurity and water technologies; Whereas hundreds of Israeli startups have been brought to the United States; Whereas the contributions of Israeli-Americans in the fields of high-tech and biotech have been invaluable to the United States; Whereas Israeli-Americans have helped to form a strong bond between the people of the United States and the people of Israel, reinforcing our shared values and interests; and Whereas countless Israeli-Americans and Israeli-based companies have enriched the society of the United States, including— (1) Israeli-based companies operating in the United States creating tens of thousands of jobs in the United States; (2) Israeli engineers based in the United States developing the Intel’s Pentium M chip, which revolutionized the mobile computer world; (3) Israeli-American engineer Abraham Karem being the pioneer of the unmanned aerial vehicle, and described by The Economist magazine as the man who created the robotic plane that transformed the way modern warfare is waged and continues to pioneer other airborne innovations ; and (4) Israeli-American businesswoman Safra Catz, CEO of Oracle, being one of the most successful female business executives in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives affirms that the Israeli-American community has contributed immensely to American society and culture.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 378 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 14, 2019 Mrs. Bustos (for herself and Mr. Bost ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture , and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs , 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 Honoring the accomplishments and legacy of Arthur Art Simon.

Whereas Arthur Simon was born on July 28, 1930, in Eugene, Oregon; Whereas Arthur Simon helped his father with his monthly magazine, The Christian Parent; Whereas Arthur Simon graduated from Dana College, where he fought for scholarships for minority populations as student body president; Whereas Arthur Simon was ordained as a Lutheran minister after attending Concordia Seminary; Whereas Arthur Simon pastored Trinity Lutheran Church on New York City’s Lower East Side from 1961 to 1972, where he worked with community organizations to fight for better living conditions; Whereas, in 1973, Arthur Simon wrote The Politics of World Hunger with his brother, the late Senator Paul Simon; Whereas Arthur Simon wrote Bread for the World , for which he won the national Religious Book Award; Whereas Arthur Simon founded the anti-hunger advocacy organization, Bread for the World, one of the world’s foremost grassroots organizations leading the charge to end hunger and poverty around the globe; Whereas Arthur Simon led the resolution entitled The Right to Food , which established the worldwide right to food as a cornerstone of United States policy; Whereas, from 1992 to 1997, Arthur Simon directed the Washington Office of the Christian Children’s Fund; Whereas Arthur Simon worked on the Jubilee Debt Campaign, which led to the passing of legislation that included $435,000,000 toward debt relief for the world’s poorest nations; Whereas, in 2004, Arthur Simon was the 35th recipient of the Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom Award ; Whereas Arthur Simon won the Presidential Hunger Award for Lifetime Achievement ; Whereas Arthur Simon won the Leadership Award of the Center for Public Justice; and Whereas Desmond Tutu said of Arthur Simon’s Bread for the World, We in Africa have many friends in the United States. Many of our brothers and sisters of faith understand that Christianity is political or it’s not Christianity. Bread for the World is such a friend. : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) honors the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Arthur Simon; (2) celebrates the leadership and commitment of Arthur Simon to ending hunger in the United States and around the world; (3) commends the achievements of Arthur Simon in founding and growing a small group of people who wanted to study what they could do to solve hunger and care for those whom Jesus calls the least of these , into the collective Christian voice, Bread for the World; and (4) strongly supports the goal of ending hunger at home and abroad.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 381 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 14, 2019 Mr. Peterson (for himself and Mr. Crawford ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Financial Services RESOLUTION Recognizing the REALTORS® Land Institute on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.

Whereas, in 1944, the REALTORS® Land Institute was founded by 20 land specialists who met at the Drake Hotel in Chicago, Illinois, to establish a national organization that would provide education, information, marketing opportunities, and broker networking to enhance the ability of their members to conduct business as recognized professional land use specialists and, through collective action, preserve private property rights; Whereas, as of 2019, the REALTORS® Land Institute has been an affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS® for 75 years; Whereas, in 2019, the REALTORS® Land Institute celebrates 75 years of serving land owners, users, and realtors throughout the United States and Canada; Whereas the members of the REALTORS® Land Institute have developed international marketing capabilities and networks throughout the world; Whereas the REALTORS® Land Institute is comprised of members who subscribe to a strict code of ethics and to just and equitable principles in real estate transactions; Whereas the REALTORS® Land Institute encourages continuing education and rewards members who complete an extensive education program and service to the land industry with a national designation of Accredited Land Consultant (commonly known as ALC ); and Whereas the REALTORS® Land Institute is a national professional trade association, dedicated to advancing the effective use of the most precious commodity in the United States, land: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the REALTORS® Land Institute on the occasion of its 75th anniversary; and (2) respectfully requests that the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a copy of this resolution to the REALTORS® Land Institute.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 382 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 14, 2019 Mr. Watkins (for himself, Ms. Davids of Kansas , Mr. Marshall , and Mr. Estes ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Honoring the 65th anniversary of the landmark decision of the Supreme Court in Brown v. Board of Education (347 U.S. 483 (1954)).

Whereas, in 1950, 9-year-old Linda Brown, the daughter of Oliver L. Brown, was denied entry into the all White Sumner Elementary School in Topeka, Kansas, and forced to attend the all Black Monroe Elementary School in Topeka, Kansas; Whereas, on February 28, 1951, the complaint in Brown v. Board of Education was filed with the United States District Court for the District of Kansas, with Oliver L. Brown as the lead plaintiff; Whereas the plaintiffs in Brown v. Board of Education appealed the ruling of the district court to the Supreme Court; Whereas, at the Supreme Court, the case of Brown v. Board of Education was combined with other cases from South Carolina, Delaware, Virginia, and the District of Columbia regarding segregation in public schools; Whereas Thurgood Marshall argued the case of Brown v. Board of Education before the Supreme Court as lead counsel for the appellants; Whereas, on May 17, 1954, the Supreme Court delivered a unanimous opinion holding that— (1) separate educational facilities are inherently unequal; and (2) the separate but equal doctrine violated the 14th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which states that no citizen may be denied equal protection under the law; Whereas Brown v. Board of Education (347 U.S. 483 (1954))— (1) overruled the 1896 decision in Plessy v. Ferguson (163 U.S. 537 (1896)); (2) ended discriminatory Jim Crow laws; and (3) invalidated the separate but equal doctrine, ending segregated classrooms in Kansas and across the United States; Whereas, in a second opinion issued on May 31, 1955, the Supreme Court decreed that schools should be desegregated with all deliberate speed; Whereas, because of the role that Linda Brown played in ending racial segregation in the United States, Linda Brown became a civil rights icon and continued to be a voice for school desegregation in Topeka, Kansas; Whereas Linda Brown passed away on March 27, 2018, at the age of 75 in Topeka, Kansas; and Whereas Congress established the Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site, which is located at Monroe Elementary School in Topeka, Kansas, the school that Linda Brown attended: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives recognizes and celebrates— (1) the 65th anniversary of the landmark decision of the Supreme Court in Brown v. Board of Education (347 U.S. 483 (1954)); and (2) the contribution the decision has made to— (A) equal education; and (B) equal justice under the law, which is recognized in the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Constitution of the United States.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 383 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 15, 2019 Mr. Guest (for himself and Mr. King of New York ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Expressing support for recognizing the week of May 13 through May 19, 2019, as National Police Week .

Whereas President John F. Kennedy first designated May 15, 1963, as Peace Officers Memorial Day; Whereas it is important to celebrate the estimated 850,000 law enforcement members serving and protecting our country; Whereas members of law enforcement create strong security for communities across the United States, providing support at all hours of the day and night; Whereas members of law enforcement perform a wide range of responsibilities that varies from stabilizing hostile situations to responding to dangerous and unforgiving natural disasters; Whereas law enforcement officers often put themselves in harm’s way for others; Whereas there have been times of tragedy when members of law enforcement have sacrificed their lives in the line of duty; and Whereas this level of dedication to communities across the United States should be recognized and valued: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) acknowledges and honors members of law enforcement for their service to the United States; (2) supports the mission of law enforcement agencies to keep our communities safe; and (3) celebrates the officers and agents who make a positive difference in our country.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 385 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 16, 2019 Ms. Dean (for herself, Mr. Blumenauer , Mr. Lowenthal , Mr. Balderson , Mr. Buchanan , Mr. Thompson of California , Ms. Pressley , Mr. Lipinski , and Ms. Haaland ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for Bike to Work Day on May 17, 2019.

Whereas riding a bicycle is an excellent form of exercise that improves mental and physical health, and is part of a healthy lifestyle for men, women, and children to travel between home, school, and work; Whereas considering that bicycle riders and motor vehicle operators share many of the same roads, it is important to ensure everyone’s safety by educating cyclists and motorists regarding the proper and safe operation of bicycles; Whereas cycling deaths represent a disproportionate share of traffic deaths, and studies show measurable safety improvements result from investing in protected bike infrastructure; Whereas bicycling is an integral element in promoting energy-efficient and green-friendly technologies to enhance and sustain quality of life and to make communities more livable; Whereas bicycle commuting is an effective means to improve air quality, reduce traffic congestion and noise, and conserve energy; Whereas bicycle commuting benefits both employees and employers through better employee health and fitness and a reduction in commuting, parking, and health care costs; Whereas companies and other organizations that participate in Bike to Work Day help to build morale and encourage camaraderie among their employees; Whereas when compared to sedentary employees, physically active employees are known to be typically more alert, take fewer sick days, and are more productive; Whereas biking to work provides an efficient and enjoyable means of getting much-needed regular exercise without having to set aside additional time before or after the workday to work out; Whereas people who bike to work typically arrive faster than their driving counterparts, particularly if the commute is a distance of three miles or less, and have equal or better commuter times for distances of five to seven miles in urban areas; Whereas a lack of incentives and knowledge about the benefits of biking to work often discourages many employees from commuting by bicycle, even though more than half of United States workers live within five miles of their workplace; Whereas many studies show the benefit to local economies from cyclists buying local goods and services when communities support cycling infrastructure investments; and Whereas Bike to Work events, carried out on May 17th, encourage approximately 1 in 5 new participants to change their method of transportation by biking to work on a regular basis: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives hereby recognizes and supports Bike to Work Day on which companies, organizations, and individuals are encouraged to participate in a Bike to Work event.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 391 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 21, 2019 Ms. Kelly of Illinois submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Gun Violence Awareness Weekend and National Gun Violence Awareness Month.

Whereas, in the United States each year, more than— (1) 36,000 individuals are killed and 100,000 individuals are injured by gunfire; (2) 12,000 individuals are killed in homicides involving firearms; (3) 22,000 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 on the battlefields of all the wars in the history of the United States; Whereas, by one count, in 2018 in the United States, there were— (1) 340 mass shooting incidents in which not fewer than 4 people were killed or wounded by gunfire; and (2) 103 incidents in which a gun was fired in a school or college; Whereas gun violence typically escalates during the summer months; Whereas nearly 2,900 children and teens are killed by gun violence every year; Whereas, every 70 minutes, one person in the United States under the age of 25 dies because of gun violence; Whereas more than 6,300 of such persons die annually, including Hadiya Pendleton, who, in 2013, at age 15, was killed while standing in a Chicago park; Whereas, on the first weekend of June to recognize Hadiya Pendleton’s 22nd birthday, people across the United States will recognize National Gun Violence Awareness Weekend and wear orange in tribute to Hadiya, other victims of gun violence, and their loved ones; and Whereas June 2019 would be an appropriate month to designate as National Gun Violence Awareness Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (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 they are not targets, on National Gun Violence Awareness Weekend; (C) concentrate heightened attention on gun violence during the summer months, when gun violence typically increases; and (D) bring citizens and community leaders together to discuss ways to make communities safer.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 392 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 21, 2019 Mrs. Craig (for herself, Ms. Titus , and Mr. Fitzpatrick ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure RESOLUTION Recognizing National Public Works Week .

Whereas public works professionals focus on infrastructure, facilities, and services that are of vital importance to sustainable and resilient communities and to the public health, high quality of life, and well-being of the United States of America; Whereas such infrastructure, facilities, and services could not be provided without the dedicated efforts of public works professionals, who are engineers, managers, and employees of Federal, State, and local government and the private sector, and who are responsible for rebuilding, improving, and protecting our Nation’s transportation, water supply, water treatment and solid waste systems, public buildings, and other structures and facilities essential for our citizens; Whereas it is in the public interest for citizens, civic leaders, and children of the United States to gain knowledge of, and to maintain a progressive interest and understanding of, the importance of public works and public works programs in their respective communities; and Whereas the year the week of May 19 through 25, 2019, marks the 59th annual National Public Works Week : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports National Public Works Week and encourages the people of the United States to pay tribute to our public works professionals, engineers, managers, and employees and to recognize the substantial contributions they make to protecting our national health, safety, and quality of life.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 394 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 22, 2019 Mr. Biggs (for himself, Mr. Luján , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Mr. Gallego , Mr. Meadows , Mr. O'Halleran , Mr. Gosar , Mrs. Kirkpatrick , Mr. Gaetz , and Mrs. Lesko ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary , and in addition to the Committee on Education and Labor , 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 Recognizing the 36th anniversary of National Missing Children’s Day.

Whereas President Ronald Reagan proclaimed May 25 as National Missing Children’s Day; Whereas National Missing Children’s Day prompts parents, guardians, and other trusted adult role models to make child safety an unconditional priority; Whereas National Missing Children’s Day honors the duty and sacrifice of Federal, Tribal, State, and local law enforcement to locate and recover missing children; Whereas the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Crime Information Center reported 424,066 entries of missing children in 2018; Whereas the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children is the Nation’s clearinghouse on issues related to missing and exploited children; Whereas the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children plays a vital role in locating and recovering missing children by managing the AMBER Alert Secondary Distribution Program; Whereas law enforcement activates AMBER Alerts in the most serious child abduction cases; Whereas AMBER Alerts have been credited to the successful recovery of 957 children; Whereas the Ashlynne Mike AMBER Alert in Indian Country Act ( Public Law 115–166 ) builds a truly national and cohesive network of AMBER Alerts by integrating Tribal AMBER Alert communications systems with those of neighboring jurisdictions to ensure that AMBER Alerts reach as many people as possible, as swiftly as possible; and Whereas efforts of Congress to provide resources, training, and technical assistance have increased the capabilities of Federal, Tribal, State, and local law enforcement to find children and return them home safely: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the 36th anniversary of National Missing Children’s Day; (2) encourages communities across the United States to raise public awareness on child safety; (3) recognizes the critical role of law enforcement and the justice system in preventing the abduction and exploitation of children; and (4) remembers the children who are still missing and honors the efforts of law enforcement to reunite such children with their families.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 397 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 22, 2019 Mr. Clay (for himself and Mr. David Scott of Georgia ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Financial Services , and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary , 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 Recognizing the challenges, achievements, and significant contributions of women and minorities in the fields of housing, housing finance, and community development.

Whereas President Lyndon Baines Johnson signed the Fair Housing Act into law in 1968 which prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and handicap to counter pervasive, systemic, and debilitating franchised racism; Whereas public and private investment and the economic health and stability of communities are influenced by housing opportunity; Whereas women and minorities have been historically excluded in housing; Whereas women and minorities have been historically underrepresented in housing; Whereas months after Congress passed a landmark law directing the Federal Government to dismantle segregation in the Nation’s housing, President Nixon’s Secretary of Housing and Urban Development George Romney began working to implement a plan to use the law to its fullest effect to reverse past discrimination and institute fair housing in a low-key manner; Whereas home ownership and stable housing amongst women and minorities bring significant economic benefits to communities; Whereas more women are living independently or serving as heads of households today than when the Fair Housing Act became law, with women compromising nearly 20 percent of home buyers today; Whereas evidence from the International Monetary Fund suggests that adding women to the labor market will increase overall productivity and stimulate wage growth for both women and men; Whereas a recent study found that increased diversity of leadership teams in business resulted in 19 percent higher revenue due to innovation, a substantial factor in tech companies, startups, and industries of the future; Whereas historic and systemic racial barriers to wealth building and the implication this has had for home ownership left many in cities across America vulnerable to displacement and economic isolation; and Whereas lack of housing opportunity contributes to the continued racial wealth gap: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the significant contributions and importance of representation of women and minorities in housing; (2) encourages increased participation of women and minorities in housing and related fields; and (3) will look to promote diversity, policies, and robust investment in programs which serve to countermand historic segregation perpetrated against women and minorities.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 407 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 23, 2019 Ms. Norton submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Recognizing on Memorial Day, May 27, 2019, the denial of full participation in their Government through statehood by 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 a voluntary military gives the American people the privilege and honor 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 do not have voting rights and full representation in the Congress of the United States or full self-government in the District of Columbia; Whereas residents of the District of Columbia fought in the Revolutionary War, which resulted in the creation of the United States, under the 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 almost 200,000 District of Columbia residents have served in the military since World War I; Whereas Congress should pass H.R. 51 and S. 631, 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 the District the 51st State; and Whereas the Washington, D.C. Admission Act has a record 204 cosponsors in the House and a record 32 cosponsors in the Senate: Now, therefore, be it

That on Memorial Day, May 27, 2019, the House of Representatives recognizes that active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, reservists, veterans, and their families who are residents of the District of Columbia deserve full and equal rights and passage of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 408 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 23, 2019 Mr. Sherman (for himself, Mr. Perry , and Mr. Krishnamoorthi ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Condemning the terrorist attack in India that tragically killed 41 Indian Central Reserve Police.

Whereas, on February 14, 2019, a Kashmiri resident attacked an Indian Central Reserve Police convoy in Jammu and Kashmir, killing 41 people and wounding at least 44 others; Whereas Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), a United Nations (UN) Security Council and United States Government-recognized terrorist group, claimed responsibility for the attack; Whereas Jaish-e-Mohammad has been responsible for numerous terrorist attacks in India, including attacks on the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) legislative assembly in October 2001 and on the Indian Parliament in December 2001; Whereas this event harmed individuals of various faiths and backgrounds; Whereas acts of terrorism create tremendous pain and suffering in local communities; Whereas terrorism disrupts the fabric of trust in society and should not be used as a means to solve problems, in South Asia or anywhere in the world; Whereas, on March 1, 2019, Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi admitted that the head of Jaish-e-Mohammad, Masood Azhar, is in Pakistan; Whereas, on May 1, 2019, the UN designated Masood Azhar as a global terrorist; Whereas efforts were taken to de-escalate tensions following the attack; Whereas India is the most populous democracy in the world; Whereas misinformation was rampant during the crisis and contributed to the rise in tensions; Whereas respect for religious, ethnic, and other minorities is a pillar of democracy and fosters peace and prosperity; Whereas India and the United States launched a strategic partnership in 2005 to deepen security ties; and Whereas India and the United States share many values as well as economic and security interests, including with regards to counterterrorism: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) condemns harshly the terrorist attack in India that tragically killed 41 Indian Central Reserve Police; (2) recognizes that terrorist groups, including Jaish-e-Mohammad, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and al-Qaeda, pose a threat to the peace and security of the world, and work to undermine fundamental values such democracy, development, and diplomacy; (3) supports the rights of religious and other minorities around the world, including Kashmiri Pandits, Muslims, Sikhs, Sindhis, Hindus, Christians, Jews, and Ahmadis; (4) reaffirms solidarity with the Indian people and offers its deepest condolences to people who lost loved ones in the terrorist attack; and (5) reiterates support for the strong United States-India strategic partnership, which plays an instrumental role in ensuring peace and stability in Asia and across the world.