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IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 554 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 12, 2019 Mr. Tipton (for himself, Mr. Malinowski , Mr. Neguse , Mr. Lamborn , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Mr. Payne , Mr. Gottheimer , and Mr. Sires ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of September 2019, as School Bus Safety and Security Month .

Whereas every school day in the United States, approximately 500,000 public and private school buses carry more than 26,000,000 children to and from school; Whereas school buses comprise the largest mass transportation fleet in the United States; Whereas 48 percent of all K–12 students ride a school bus 180 school days in a year, or approximately 4 billion miles driven annually; Whereas the Child Safety Network, celebrating 30 years of national public service, supports the Safe Bus campaign, which is designed to provide the latest training, technology, and free safety and security resources to the school bus industry; Whereas the designation of School Bus Safety and Security Month will allow broadcast, digital media, and social networking industries to make commitments to disseminate public service announcements that are produced in order to— (1) provide free resources from the Child Safety Network designed to safeguard children; (2) recognize school bus drivers and school bus safety and security professionals; and (3) improve safer public driver behavior near school buses when students are boarding and disembarking from the school buses; Whereas key leaders who are deserving of recognition during School Bus Safety and Security Month and beyond have provided security awareness training materials to more than 14,000 local educational agencies, trained more than 100,000 school bus operators, and provided more than 150,000 counterterrorism guides to individuals who are key to providing both safety and security for children in the United States; and Whereas School Bus Safety and Security Month offers the House of Representatives and the people of the United States an opportunity to recognize and thank all of the school bus drivers in the United States and the professionals who are focused on school bus safety and security: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of School Bus Safety and Security Month .
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 559 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 17, 2019 Ms. Johnson of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of the week of September 15, 2019, through September 21, 2019, as Balance Awareness Week .

Whereas vestibular (inner-ear-balance) disorders are underdiagnosed and undertreated; Whereas as many as 35 percent of adults 40 years of age and older in the United States, approximately 69,000,000 people in the United States, have experienced some form of vestibular dysfunction; Whereas 80 percent of people 65 years of age and older have experienced dizziness; Whereas vestibular disorder patients may consult 4 or more physicians and spend 50 months or more in their search for a diagnosis; Whereas the Vestibular Disorders Association celebrates Balance Awareness Week to reduce the time it takes to diagnose a vestibular disorder by helping patients recognize their symptoms and encouraging them to seek help from a qualified vestibular specialist; and Whereas the week of September 15, 2019, through September 21, 2019, would be an appropriate week to designate as Balance Awareness Week : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Balance Awareness Week ; and (2) recognizes the importance of raising public awareness about vestibular disorders.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 560 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 17, 2019 Ms. Pressley submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Inquiring whether the House of Representatives should impeach Brett M. Kavanaugh, an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States of America.

That— (1) the Committee on the Judiciary shall inquire whether the House of Representatives should impeach Brett M. Kavanaugh, an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States of America; (2) the Committee on the Judiciary or any subcommittee or task force designated by the Committee may, in connection with the inquiry under this resolution, take affidavits and depositions by a member, counsel, or consultant of the Committee, pursuant to notice or subpoena; and (3) there shall be paid out of the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives such sums as may be necessary to assist the Committee on the Judiciary in conducting the inquiry under this resolution, any of which may be used for the procurement of staff or consultant services.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 563 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 18, 2019 Ms. Lofgren (for herself and Mr. Rodney Davis of Illinois ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration RESOLUTION Recognizing the Office of the Legislative Counsel of the House of Representatives on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the Office.

Whereas the Office of the Legislative Counsel of the House of Representatives was established 100 years ago by section 1303 of the Act of February 24, 1919 (40 Stat. 1057, 1141; commonly known as the Revenue Act of 1918); Whereas the Office has grown from serving primarily the Committee on Ways and Means in 1919 to serving all Committees and Members of the House, drafting legislation in all areas of Federal law; Whereas the Office provides the House with high-quality legal analysis and drafting services on a nonpartisan, impartial, and confidential basis; Whereas the Office is essential to the House in the achievement of a clear, faithful, and coherent expression of legislative policies; and Whereas most attorneys in the Office spend a career in service of the House with many staying for decades and providing a valuable source of continuity of institutional knowledge: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives expresses sincere gratitude to— (1) the Office of the Legislative Counsel for 100 years of service; and (2) the attorneys and staff of the Office for their faithful and exemplary public service.
I 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 564 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 19, 2019 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4378) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2020, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 4378) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2020, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations; and (2) one motion to recommit.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 42 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 564 [Report No. 116–212] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 19, 2019 Mr. McGovern , from the Committee on Rules, reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4378) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2020, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 4378) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2020, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations; and (2) one motion to recommit.

September 19, 2019 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 565 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 19, 2019 Mr. Curtis (for himself and Mr. Lowenthal ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of the week of September 23 through September 27, 2019, as National Clean Energy Week .

Whereas, across the United States, clean and readily abundant forms of energy are powering more homes and businesses than ever before; Whereas clean energy generation is readily available from zero- and low-emissions sources; Whereas the clean energy sector is a growing part of the economy and has been a key driver of economic growth in the United States in recent years; Whereas technological innovation can further reduce costs and increase deployment of clean energy sources; Whereas the 2019 U.S. Energy and Employment Report found that— (1) energy and energy efficiency sectors employ approximately 6,700,000 people; and (2) the number of jobs in those sectors grew by more than 2 percent from 2017 to 2018; Whereas the scaling of clean energy is essential to reducing harmful pollution; Whereas clean energy jobs are inherently local, contribute to the growth of local economies, and cannot be outsourced due to the on-site nature of construction, installation, and maintenance; and Whereas innovative clean energy solutions and clean energy jobs are part of the energy future of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Clean Energy Week ; (2) encourages individuals and organizations across the United States to support commonsense solutions that address the economic, environmental, and energy needs of the United States in the 21st century; (3) encourages the Federal Government, States, municipalities, and individuals to invest in clean, low-emitting energy technologies; and (4) recognizes the role of entrepreneurs and small businesses in ensuring the energy leadership of the United States in the global marketplace and supporting low-cost, clean, and reliable energy in the United States.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 567 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 19, 2019 Mr. Pascrell (for himself, Mr. Bacon , Mrs. Beatty , Ms. Kuster of New Hampshire , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Bishop of Georgia , Mr. Biggs , Ms. Stevens , Mr. Gottheimer , Mr. Larson of Connecticut , Mr. Loebsack , Mr. Danny K. Davis of Illinois , and Ms. Sánchez ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of September 20, 2019, as National Concussion Awareness Day .

Whereas mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), otherwise known as a concussion, is an important health concern for children, teens, and adults; Whereas, according to information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention— (1) there are as many as 1,600,000 to 3,800,000 sports-related concussions annually; (2) as many as 5,300,000 individuals live with a disability because of a traumatic brain injury (TBI); (3) from 2001 to 2012, the rate of emergency department visits for sports- and recreation-related injuries involving a diagnosis of concussion or traumatic brain injury, alone or in combination with other injuries, more than doubled among children 19 years of age or younger, and, in 2012, an estimated 329,290 children were treated in the United States for sports- and recreation-related injuries that included a diagnosis of concussion or traumatic brain injury; and (4) current data sources may only capture one out of every 9 concussions across the United States; Whereas the seriousness of concussions should not be minimized in athletics, and return-to-play and return-to-learn protocols can help ensure recovery; Whereas concussions can affect physical, mental, and social health, and a greater awareness and understanding of proper diagnosis and management of concussions is critical to improved outcomes; and Whereas the House of Representatives can raise awareness about concussions among the medical community and the public by supporting the designation of September 20, 2019, as National Concussion Awareness Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Concussion Awareness Day ; (2) recognizes that mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), otherwise known as a concussion, is an important health concern; (3) commends the organizations and individuals that raise awareness about mild traumatic brain injury; (4) encourages Federal, State, and local policymakers to work together— (A) to raise awareness about the effects of concussions; and (B) to improve the understanding of proper diagnosis and management of concussions; and (5) encourages further research and prevention efforts to ensure that fewer individuals experience the most adverse effects of mild traumatic brain injury.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 570 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 20, 2019 Mrs. Watson Coleman (for herself, Ms. Lee of California , Ms. Judy Chu of California , Ms. Roybal-Allard , Ms. Kelly of Illinois , Mr. Cole , Mr. Castro of Texas , and Ms. Bass ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) program.

Whereas racial and ethnic minorities face strikingly high rates of racial and ethnic disparities in chronic disease rates and other health and safety outcomes; Whereas, in September of 1999, Surgeon General David Satcher announced the first grants under the Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health program, known as REACH, funding 32 community coalitions in 18 States; Whereas REACH, created on the principle of community-based participatory approaches, has provided the most impacted communities with the necessary resources and tools to address racial and ethnic disparities in chronic health conditions for the last 20 years; Whereas REACH has been the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) cornerstone effort to directly fund community-based projects to address health disparities since 1999 and is today one of the only CDC programs specifically dedicated to addressing racial and ethnic health disparities in urban, rural, and Tribal communities; Whereas the REACH program’s model of robust community engagement and multisector representation in all aspects of program planning, development, and implementation has proved to be very successful in mobilizing efforts in communities with the greatest disease burden to address their health issues and priorities; Whereas REACH grantees have partnered with key stakeholders in local communities to work on eliminating health disparities that leave so many Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders, African Americans, American Indians and Alaska Natives, and Hispanic Americans living sicker and dying younger than they should; and Whereas under the most recently concluded cohort of REACH grantees, funded from 2014 to 2018, 2,700,000 people gained better access to healthy food and beverages, 650,000 people benefited from tobacco-free interventions, 1,300,000 had increased opportunities to be physically active, and 750,000 people had better access to community-clinical linkages: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the 20th anniversary of the Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) program; (2) commits to protecting and expanding investments to address racial and ethnic health disparities that communities of color face; and (3) urges Federal agencies to further build on the great community-driven work of REACH grantees to address disparities in chronic health among racial and ethnic minorities.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 571 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 20, 2019 Ms. Castor of Florida (for herself and Mr. Deutch ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of September 24, 2019, as National Voter Registration Day .

That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the designation of National Voter Registration Day ; and (2) encourages each voting-eligible citizen of the United States— (A) to register to vote; (B) to verify with the appropriate State or local election official that the name, address, and other personal information on record is current; and (C) to go to the polls on election day and vote if the voting-eligible citizen would like to do so.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 573 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 20, 2019 Mr. Grothman (for himself, Ms. McCollum , Mr. Lowenthal , Mr. Gallagher , Mr. Pocan , Ms. Lee of California , Mr. Takano , Ms. Moore , Ms. Lofgren , Mr. LaMalfa , Mr. Costa , Ms. Judy Chu of California , Mr. Kind , and Mr. Correa ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Recognizing the celebration of the Hmong New Year in 2019.

Whereas the Hmong New Year is traditionally celebrated at the end of the rice harvest season in Laos and Southeast Asia in late November or early December; Whereas the Hmong New Year traditionally spans multiple days, with each village starting and ending the New Year on a different date to allow other villages to come, support, and visit each other; Whereas the Hmong New Year is traditionally a time to give thanks to ancestral spirits and visit other villages; Whereas Hmong New Year celebrations traditionally include song, dance, food, and courtship games for youth, including pov pob, a ball-throwing game; Whereas Hmong Americans across the United States celebrate the New Year on weekends from October to December; and Whereas Hmong New Year celebrations are a significant cultural tradition in many communities across the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Hmong New Year; (2) expresses the deepest respect for Hmong Americans celebrating this occasion; and (3) wishes Hmong Americans and all individuals who observe this holiday a happy New Year.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 576 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 25, 2019 RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to the whistleblower complaint of August 12, 2019, made to the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community.

That— (1) the whistleblower complaint received on August 12, 2019, by the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community shall be transmitted immediately to the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives; and (2) the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives should be allowed to evaluate the complaint in a deliberate and bipartisan manner consistent with applicable statutes and processes in order to safeguard classified and sensitive information.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 579 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 24, 2019 Ms. Brownley of California submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Congress that a commemorative postage stamp series should be issued honoring women veterans, and that the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp series be issued.

Whereas there are approximately two million women veterans living in the United States, who have served their Nation with honor and distinction, yet their service is often forgotten and they become invisible veterans ; Whereas such women have made invaluable contributions since the American Revolution; Whereas Deborah Sampson of Massachusetts and Margaret Corbin of New York, served during the American Revolution and were wounded in combat, and Congress granted both pioneering women pensions for their service; Whereas Dr. Mary Edwards Walker served as a surgeon during the American Civil War, and is the only woman to date to have been awarded the Medal of Honor; Whereas Cathy Williams, who was born a slave, enlisted in the United States Regular Army disguised as a man and served in the American West for three years; Whereas Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee, a Navy Nurse who served during World War I, was the first woman to receive the Navy Cross; Whereas Hazel Lee, the first Asian-American woman to become a military pilot, flew with Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) during World War II; Whereas eight women gave their lives serving in Vietnam, including 1st Lieutenant Sharon Ann Lane, 2nd Lieutenant Pamela Dorothy Donovan, Lieutenant Colonel Annie Ruth Graham, Captain Amy Therese Klinkers, 2nd Lieutenant Carol Ann Elizabeth Drazba, 2nd Lieutenant Elizabeth Ann Jones, Capt. Eleanor Grace Alexander, and 1st Lieutenant Hedwig Diane Orowski; Whereas Specialist Lori Piestewa, a member of the Hopi Tribe, was the first Native-American woman in history to die in combat while serving in the United States military and the first woman in the United States military killed in Operation Iraqi Freedom; Whereas 1st Lieutenant Ashley White and Captain Jennifer Moreno, both soldiers and Cultural Support Team members, gave their lives for our Nation serving in action alongside the special operations forces they supported in Afghanistan; Whereas United States Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Shannon Kent, cryptologic technician, wife, and mother, was killed in action in Manbij, Syria; and Whereas these women warriors and millions of others should be honored for their service and recognized for their important contributions to this Nation: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the United States Postal Service should issue a commemorative postage stamp series honoring women veterans; and (2) the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp series be issued.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 580 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 24, 2019 Ms. Judy Chu of California (for herself and Ms. Meng ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and Labor RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of the week of September 23 through September 27, 2019, as Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week .

Whereas community schools marshal, align, and unite the assets, resources, and capacity of schools and communities for the success of students, families, and communities; Whereas community schools are an effective, evidence-based, and equity-driven strategy for school improvement included under section 4625 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 7275 ), as added by section 4601 of the Every Student Succeeds Act ( Public Law 114–95 ; 129 Stat. 2029); Whereas community schools that provide well-designed, expanded learning opportunities have positive academic and nonacademic outcomes, including improvements in student attendance, behavior, and academic achievement; Whereas community schools have the potential for closing racial and economic achievement gaps, as indicated in a 2017 report; Whereas community schools provide a strong social return on investment, with one study citing a social return of between $10 to $15 for every dollar invested over a 3-year period; Whereas community school coordinators are essential to building successful community schools and creating, strengthening, and maintaining the bridges between community schools and their communities; Whereas community school coordinators facilitate and provide leadership for the collaborative process and development of a continuum of supports and opportunities for children, families, and others within a school’s community that allow all students to learn and the community to thrive; Whereas community school coordinators, through their role, deliver a strong monetary return on investment for community schools and their communities, with one study citing a return of $7.11 for every dollar invested in the salary of a community school coordinator; and Whereas Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week , celebrated from September 23 through September 27, 2019, recognizes, raises awareness of, and celebrates the thousands of community school coordinators across the country and the critical role of community school coordinators in the success of students: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week ; (2) thanks community school coordinators for the work they do to serve students, families, and communities; and (3) encourages students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to participate in events to celebrate Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week .
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 582 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 24, 2019 Mr. Gooden submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Ethics RESOLUTION Resolution to end the inquisition of President Donald J. Trump.

Whereas the Constitution of the United States exclusively vests the power to initiate impeachment with the House of Representatives; Whereas the Jefferson Manual explicitly states how impeachment proceedings may begin; Whereas during previous impeachment efforts, the House of Representatives explicitly authorized, per adopted Rules of the House of Representatives and longstanding House procedure, impeachment proceedings; Whereas, on July 17, 2019, the House of Representatives voted on House Resolution 498, impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors; during that vote, the Resolution failed to pass the House of Representatives as only 95 out of 234 Democrats supported impeaching President Trump; Whereas the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives has perpetuated a tangential inquisition after the failure of House Resolution 498; Whereas, on August 8, 2019, Committee on the Judiciary Chairman Jerrold Nadler stated the Committee is undertaking an investigation of all the evidence and will at the conclusion of this, hopefully by the end of the year vote articles of impeachment to the House floor or we won’t ; Whereas, on September 16, 2019, Committee on the Judiciary Chairman Jerrold Nadler stated the Committee is impeaching the president right now ; Whereas the impeachment of President Trump has not been authorized by the House of Representatives; Whereas Representative Nadler is leading a biased, pre-determined impeachment effort of the president as opposed to executing his investigative duties and is unfit to serve as Chairman of the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives; Whereas the current actions of the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives regarding impeachment are being conducted in violation of established House Rules, practices and principles as made evident from Chairman Nadler’s admissions; and Whereas clause two of Rule XXIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives provides, A Member … of the House shall adhere to the spirit and the letter of the Rules of the House and to the rules of duly constituted committees thereof : Now, therefore, be it

That upon adoption of this resolution, Representative Nadler is hereby removed as Chairman of the Committee on the Judiciary and from the Committee on the Judiciary.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 586 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 24, 2019 Mr. Trone (for himself, Mr. Stanton , Mrs. McBath , Mr. Hastings , Ms. Plaskett , Ms. Moore , Ms. Kuster of New Hampshire , Mrs. Trahan , Mr. Grijalva , and Mrs. Axne ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of September 2019 as National Recovery Month .

Whereas September has been declared National Recovery Month ; Whereas the theme for National Recovery Month in 2019 is Join the Voices for Recovery: Together We Are Stronger ; Whereas there are more than 23 million people in the United States who are in recovery; Whereas there were more than 70,000 drug overdoses in 2017 or approximately 192 drug overdoses per day in the United States in 2017; Whereas drug overdose is now the leading cause of death for individuals in the United States under age 50; Whereas all levels of government, along with partners from the nonprofit and private sector, are collectively mobilizing to address this crisis impacting families across the country; Whereas the Department of Health and Human Services, including the National Institutes of Health, the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and the Health Resources and Services Administration, along with the Office of National Drug Control Policy and numerous other government agencies have supported the work being done on-the-ground in States and local communities; Whereas according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse publication, Principles of Effective Treatment, every dollar invested in treatment for addiction yields a return of $4 to $7 in reduced drug-related crime and costs; and Whereas substance use disorders are a chronic disease for which there are effective community-based prevention, treatment and recovery programs, strategies, and activities: Now, therefore be it

That the House of Representatives joins the voices for recovery to strengthen families and communities by— (1) promoting the possibility of recovery from substance use disorders in this and every month; (2) recognizing the importance of education on and prevention of substance use disorders and the critical importance and effectiveness of treatment and recovery services for substance use disorder; (3) applauding the countless national, State, and local community organizations for their work on recovery issues; and (4) honoring and celebrating— (A) the achievements of the more than 23 million people in the United States who are in recovery; (B) the many health care professionals and peers who help others engage in their own journey into recovery; (C) the tens of millions of recovery allies who support these people; (D) the recovery community organizations (RCOs) and providers who continue to support recovery support services; and (E) the work done to combat pervasive stigma associated with treatment and recovery.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 588 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 24, 2019 Ms. Wild (for herself, Mr. Fitzpatrick , and Ms. Jackson Lee ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of National Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome Awareness Day .

Whereas amplified musculoskeletal pain syndrome (in this preamble referred to as AMPS ) is a medical condition that causes individuals to experience an abnormal pain reflex that causes constriction of blood vessels, bones, and skin, which deprives muscles of appropriate oxygenation and results in acid buildup; Whereas AMPS amplifies a mild pain signal into an extremely painful signal; Whereas the 3 main causes of AMPS are psychological stress, injury, and illness; Whereas there are numerous types of AMPS, including complex regional pain syndrome, fibromyalgia, myofascial pain syndrome, neuropathic pain, psychogenic pain, and reflex neurovascular dystrophy; Whereas amplified pain in children is not well studied but is known to include localized pain and diffuse pain and is estimated to affect 2 percent to 6 percent of children; Whereas 80 percent of children with AMPS are preadolescent or adolescent girls with a pain rating of 10 out of 10 ; Whereas symptoms can occur acutely or take weeks to develop and may include pain in one or multiple limbs, pain throughout the whole body or in the abdomen, headaches, skin temperature changes, skin color changes, swelling of the affected extremity, vascular changes, conversions, and allodynia; Whereas AMPS is difficult to diagnose and patients often see multiple specialists and are prescribed a variety of unsuccessful medications, procedures, and surgeries to treat their pain, which perpetuates the symptoms of AMPS and burdens families with additional health care costs; Whereas pediatric amplified pain is being diagnosed with greater frequency but has no known cure; Whereas once diagnosed, treatment and therapy focused on aerobic exercise, physical and occupational therapy, stress management, and counseling have proven to be more effective than the administration of pain management medications and more invasive procedures; Whereas the treatment goal is to restore function and return a child to the child’s prior functional level at school, in sports, and in leisure activities; and Whereas when patients are in treatment focused on aerobic exercise, physical and occupational therapy, and stress management and counseling, patients see a significant reduction in their pain according to published studies: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes amplified musculoskeletal pain syndrome ( AMPS ) and the effects it has on those who are afflicted, particularly the minor population; and (2) supports the designation of National Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome Awareness Day .
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 590 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 25, 2019 Mr. McCarthy submitted the following resolution; which was laid on the table RESOLUTION Raising a question of the privileges of the House.

Whereas at a press conference on September 24, 2019, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi stated: Therefore today, I'm announcing the House of Representatives is moving forward with an official impeachment inquiry. ; Whereas House Practice states that: Under the modern practice, an impeachment is normally instituted by the House by the adoption of a resolution calling for a committee investigation of charges against the officer in question. ; Whereas in the past 25 years, the House of Representatives has moved forward with impeachment against a Federal officer three times, each initiated by an impeachment inquiry resolution approved by the full House, not by a unilateral decree of the Speaker; Whereas, on May 12, 2009, the House approved H. Res. 424, authorizing and directing the Committee on the Judiciary to inquire whether the House should impeach Samuel B. Kent, a judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas; Whereas, on January 13, 2009, the House approved H. Res. 15, authorizing and directing the Committee on the Judiciary to inquire whether the House should impeach G. Thomas Porteous, a judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana; Whereas, on October 8, 1998, the House approved H. Res. 581, authorizing and directing the Committee on the Judiciary to investigate whether sufficient grounds exist for the impeachment of William Jefferson Clinton, President of the United States; Whereas the Committee Report to accompany H. Res. 581 stated: Because the issue of impeachment is of such overwhelming importance, the Committee decided that it must receive authorization from the full House before proceeding on any further course of action. ; Whereas that report further stated: Because impeachment is delegated solely to the House of Representatives by the Constitution, the full House of Representatives should be involved in critical decision making regarding various stages of impeachment. ; Whereas the Speaker's extraordinary decision to move forward with an impeachment inquiry without any debate or vote on such a resolution by the full House undermines the voting privileges afforded to each Member and the constituents they represent; and Whereas this unprecedented and politically motivated decision by Speaker Pelosi represents an abuse of power and brings discredit to the House of Representatives: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives disapproves of the actions of the Speaker of the House, Mrs. Pelosi of California, to initiate an impeachment inquiry against the duly elected President of the United States, Donald J. Trump.
I 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 591 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 26, 2019 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 54) relating to a national emergency declared by the President on February 15, 2019.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 54) relating to a national emergency declared by the President on February 15, 2019. All points of order against consideration of the joint resolution are waived. The joint resolution shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the joint resolution are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the joint resolution and on any amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure; and (2) one motion to commit.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 44 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 591 [Report No. 116–218] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 25, 2019 Mr. Morelle , from the Committee on Rules, reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 54) relating to a national emergency declared by the President on February 15, 2019.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 54) relating to a national emergency declared by the President on February 15, 2019. All points of order against consideration of the joint resolution are waived. The joint resolution shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the joint resolution are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the joint resolution and on any amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure; and (2) one motion to commit.

September 25, 2019 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 593 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 25, 2019 Mr. Curtis (for himself, Mr. Smith of New Jersey , Mr. McKinley , Mr. Diaz-Balart , Mr. Tipton , and Mr. Stivers ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the whistleblower complaint received on August 12, 2019, by the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community should be transmitted immediately to the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives.

That — (1) the whistleblower complaint received on August 12, 2019, by the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community shall be transmitted immediately to the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives; and (2) the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives should be allowed to evaluate the complaint in a deliberate and bipartisan manner consistent with applicable statutes and processes in order to safeguard classified and sensitive information.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 596 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 26, 2019 RESOLUTION Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Education and Labor: Mr. Murphy of North Carolina. Committee on Financial Services: Mr. Timmons. Committee on Homeland Security: Mr. Bishop of North Carolina. Committee on Science, Space, and Technology: Mr. Murphy of North Carolina. Committee on Small Business: Mr. Bishop of North Carolina.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 598 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 26, 2019 Ms. DeLauro (for herself and Ms. Lee of California ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for addressing diaper need by donating generously to diaper banks, diaper drives, and organizations that distribute diapers to families in need.

Whereas diaper need, the condition of not having a sufficient supply of clean diapers to keep babies and toddlers clean, dry, and healthy, can adversely affect the health and well-being of babies, toddlers, and their families; Whereas national surveys and research studies report that 1 in 3 families struggles with diaper need and 48 percent of families delay changing a diaper to extend their supply; Whereas children go through 6 to 12 diapers each day during the 2 to 3 years they wear diapers; Whereas purchasing enough diapers to keep a baby or toddler clean, dry, and healthy can consume 14 percent of a low-wage family’s post-tax income, making it difficult to obtain a sufficient supply; Whereas a daily or weekly supply of diapers is generally an eligibility requirement for babies and toddlers to participate in child-care programs and high-quality early-education programs; Whereas without enough diapers, babies and toddlers risk infections and health problems that may require medical attention, and may prevent parents from attending work or school, thereby hurting the family’s economic prospects and well-being; Whereas addressing diaper need can lead to economic opportunity for families and communities and improved health for children, thus ensuring all children and families have access to the basic necessities required to thrive and reach their full potential; and Whereas the numerous committed staff and volunteers at diaper banks across the country work tirelessly in their communities, distributing millions of diapers and serving hundreds of thousands of children each month: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses its gratitude for those who operate or support diaper banks and diaper distribution programs in their local communities; (2) supports the important disaster relief efforts made by diaper banks and distribution programs in response to natural disasters; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to address diaper need by donating generously to diaper banks, diaper drives, and organizations that distribute diapers to families in need.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 601 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 26, 2019 Mr. Payne (for himself, Mr. Raskin , Mr. Thompson of Mississippi , and Mr. Soto ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of October 5, 2019, as National Ostomy Awareness Day.

Whereas an ostomy is a type of surgery that creates an opening in the abdomen that allows for the removal of bodily waste when a person has lost the normal function of digestive or urinary systems due to birth defects, colorectal cancer, bladder cancer, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and other medical conditions; Whereas an ostomy is also necessary in cases of severe abdominal or pelvic trauma resulting from accidents or from injuries sustained during military service; Whereas approximately 725,000 to 1,000,000 people in the United States have an ostomy or continent diversion, with approximately 100,000 new ostomy procedures performed each year; Whereas ostomy or continent diversion surgery can occur at any age and does not lower life expectancy; Whereas through the efforts of ostomy support organizations, people needing these surgeries are becoming more aware of the opportunities for education, mutual aid, advocacy, and support that are of such great benefit to them and their families; Whereas the aim of National Ostomy Awareness Day is to work toward a society where people with ostomies and intestinal or urinary diversions are universally accepted and supported socially, economically, medically, and psychologically; Whereas public education and awareness is vital to ensure those who are living with an ostomy face no discrimination and are accepted as normal, healthy individuals; Whereas through education and awareness we can erase the myths, stigma, and embarrassment that are sometimes associated with having an ostomy; Whereas there is a deep commitment to the proper care and advancement of knowledge about bowel and urinary diversion surgery as a result of birth defects, disease, injury, and other digestive disorders; and Whereas to increase public acceptance of ostomy surgery and continent diversion surgery and to remind those who have had surgery in the United States that by raising awareness they can help the world better understand this life-saving surgery and help people receive better ostomy care: Now, therefore, be it:

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Ostomy Awareness Day; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe the day with the appropriate awareness and educational activities.