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III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 395 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES October 31, 2019 Mr. Isakson (for himself, Mr. Blumenthal , and Mr. Leahy ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Iran Hostage Crisis, and for other purposes.

Whereas, on November 4, 1979, 66 United States diplomats, military personnel, and civilians were taken hostage from the United States Embassy in Tehran by the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran in what became known as the Iran Hostage Crisis; Whereas 13 of the 66 American hostages were released by November 20, 1979; Whereas 8 members of the United States Armed Forces died in an attempt to rescue the hostages on April 25, 1980; Whereas another American hostage was released on July 11, 1980, after 250 days in captivity; Whereas, after 444 days in captivity, the remaining 52 hostages were released on January 20, 1981, with the signing of the Algiers Accords; Whereas the Iran Hostages were subjected to mock executions and other forms of physical and emotional torture at the hands of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran; Whereas the Iran Hostages and their families still suffer from the events of the Iran Hostage Crisis; Whereas the Algiers Accords prevented the Iran Hostages from taking legal action to pursue compensation from the Islamic Republic of Iran for their time in captivity; Whereas many of the Iran Hostages and their families finally became eligible to receive compensation through the enactment in 2015 of the Justice for United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act ( 34 U.S.C. 20144 ) and the creation of the United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund; and Whereas, 40 years after its founding, the Islamic Republic of Iran continues to promulgate a culture of fear, oppression, and violence as one of the leading state sponsors of terrorism: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the 40th anniversary of the Iran Hostage Crisis; (2) honors the suffering of the Iran Hostages and their families during the Iran Hostage Crisis, as well as the sacrifices made by those who attempted to rescue the hostages; and (3) supports the designation of a national day of remembrance on November 4, 2019, for the Iran Hostage Crisis.
III Calendar No. 368 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 395 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES October 31, 2019 Mr. Isakson (for himself, Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Leahy , Mr. Gardner , Mr. Coons , Ms. Warren , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Scott of Florida , Mr. Jones , Mr. Markey , Mr. Casey , Mr. Braun , and Mr. Cruz ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations December 17, 2019 Reported by Mr. Risch , without amendment RESOLUTION Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Iran Hostage Crisis, and for other purposes.

Whereas, on November 4, 1979, 66 United States diplomats, military personnel, and civilians were taken hostage from the United States Embassy in Tehran by the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran in what became known as the Iran Hostage Crisis; Whereas 13 of the 66 American hostages were released by November 20, 1979; Whereas 8 members of the United States Armed Forces died in an attempt to rescue the hostages on April 25, 1980; Whereas another American hostage was released on July 11, 1980, after 250 days in captivity; Whereas, after 444 days in captivity, the remaining 52 hostages were released on January 20, 1981, with the signing of the Algiers Accords; Whereas the Iran Hostages were subjected to mock executions and other forms of physical and emotional torture at the hands of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran; Whereas the Iran Hostages and their families still suffer from the events of the Iran Hostage Crisis; Whereas the Algiers Accords prevented the Iran Hostages from taking legal action to pursue compensation from the Islamic Republic of Iran for their time in captivity; Whereas many of the Iran Hostages and their families finally became eligible to receive compensation through the enactment in 2015 of the Justice for United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act ( 34 U.S.C. 20144 ) and the creation of the United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund; and Whereas, 40 years after its founding, the Islamic Republic of Iran continues to promulgate a culture of fear, oppression, and violence as one of the leading state sponsors of terrorism: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the 40th anniversary of the Iran Hostage Crisis; (2) honors the suffering of the Iran Hostages and their families during the Iran Hostage Crisis, as well as the sacrifices made by those who attempted to rescue the hostages; and (3) supports the designation of a national day of remembrance on November 4, 2019, for the Iran Hostage Crisis.

December 17, 2019 Reported without amendment
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 396 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES October 31, 2019 Mr. Murphy (for himself, Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mr. Van Hollen , and Mr. Scott of South Carolina ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary November 6, 2019 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating October 2019 as National Health Literacy Month .

Whereas health literacy is the degree to which individuals can obtain and understand basic health information in order to make informed health decisions; Whereas, according to the latest national assessment of health literacy, a majority of adults have intermediate health literacy, while more than 75,000,000 adults have basic or below basic health literacy; Whereas language and cultural differences can affect health literacy and thereby lower effective health communication between providers and patients; Whereas, according to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, low health literacy is associated with higher rates of emergency care use, increased hospitalizations, and, among seniors, higher mortality; Whereas the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality also found that low health literacy can be associated with a lack of medication adherence; Whereas experts estimate that the annual cost of low health literacy to the United States economy is between $106,000,000,000 and $238,000,000,000; Whereas mental health literacy may lead to better outcomes for individuals with mental disorders, particularly individuals with suicidal ideation, either by facilitating early help-seeking by those individuals or helping others identify early signs of mental disorders and seek help on behalf of those individuals; Whereas health literacy can assist in preventing disease and illness, increasing life expectancy, improving patient care and outcomes, and reducing health care costs; Whereas, in 2010, the Department of Health and Human Services issued a National Action Plan to Improve Health Literacy that establishes 7 goals; and Whereas advocacy organizations have recognized the month of October as National Health Literacy Month to increase awareness about the importance of making health information easy to understand: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates October 2019 as National Health Literacy Month ; (2) encourages individuals to assess and improve their health knowledge and literacy; (3) recommends that health care providers deliver health services in a clear and comprehensive manner; and (4) encourages all interested parties to promote the importance of health literacy.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 396 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES October 31, 2019 Mr. Murphy (for himself, Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mr. Van Hollen , and Mr. Scott of South Carolina ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating October 2019 as National Health Literacy Month .

Whereas health literacy is the degree to which individuals can obtain and understand basic health information in order to make informed health decisions; Whereas, according to the latest national assessment of health literacy, a majority of adults have intermediate health literacy, while more than 75,000,000 adults have basic or below basic health literacy; Whereas language and cultural differences can affect health literacy and thereby lower effective health communication between providers and patients; Whereas, according to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, low health literacy is associated with higher rates of emergency care use, increased hospitalizations, and, among seniors, higher mortality; Whereas the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality also found that low health literacy can be associated with a lack of medication adherence; Whereas experts estimate that the annual cost of low health literacy to the United States economy is between $106,000,000,000 and $238,000,000,000; Whereas mental health literacy may lead to better outcomes for individuals with mental disorders, particularly individuals with suicidal ideation, either by facilitating early help-seeking by those individuals or helping others identify early signs of mental disorders and seek help on behalf of those individuals; Whereas health literacy can assist in preventing disease and illness, increasing life expectancy, improving patient care and outcomes, and reducing health care costs; Whereas, in 2010, the Department of Health and Human Services issued a National Action Plan to Improve Health Literacy that establishes 7 goals; and Whereas advocacy organizations have recognized the month of October as National Health Literacy Month to increase awareness about the importance of making health information easy to understand: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates October 2019 as National Health Literacy Month ; (2) encourages individuals to assess and improve their health knowledge and literacy; (3) recommends that health care providers deliver health services in a clear and comprehensive manner; and (4) encourages all interested parties to promote the importance of health literacy.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 400 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES October 31, 2019 Mr. Rubio (for himself, Mr. Cardin , Mr. Braun , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Grassley , Mr. Coons , Mr. Risch , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Kennedy , Ms. Duckworth , Mrs. Capito , Ms. Rosen , Mr. Scott of Florida , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Gardner , Mr. Wyden , Mr. Crapo , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. King , Ms. Collins , Ms. Hassan , Mrs. Blackburn , Ms. Sinema , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Cramer , Mr. Scott of South Carolina , Mr. Young , Ms. Ernst , Mr. Perdue , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Daines , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Romney , Mr. Enzi , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Alexander , Mr. Hawley , Mr. Lankford , Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mr. Booker , Mr. Peters , Mr. Hoeven , and Ms. McSally ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing October 2019 as National Women's Small Business Month .

Whereas the National Women's Business Council has declared October 2019 National Women's Small Business Month ; Whereas there are more than 12,900,000 women-owned small businesses in the United States; Whereas women-owned small businesses generate $1,900,000,000,000 in total receipts, which is a 21 percent increase since 2014; Whereas the growth rate for women-owned employer firms is more than double the growth rate of all other small businesses; Whereas, in comparison to 2014, there are nearly 2,250,000 additional women-owned employer firms and nearly 700,000 additional jobs; Whereas Congress continues to support the National Women's Business Council and its focus on alleviating obstacles women face as business owners and entrepreneurs; Whereas the celebration of National Women's Small Business Month would— (1) honor women small business owners and women entrepreneurs; and (2) recognize the significance of the contributions of women to the small business community: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes October 2019 as National Women's Small Business Month ; (2) honors the vital role of women small business owners and women entrepreneurs in the United States during National Women's Small Business Month ; (3) recognizes the significant contributions of women small business owners and women entrepreneurs to the small business community; (4) supports and encourages young women entrepreneurs to pursue their passions and create more start-up businesses; (5) recognizes the importance of creating policies that promote a business-friendly environment for small business owners that is free of unnecessary and burdensome regulations and red tape; and (6) supports efforts to— (A) encourage consumers to shop locally; and (B) increase awareness of the value of locally-owned small businesses and the impact of women-owned small businesses on the economy of the United States.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 403 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES October 31, 2019 Mr. Leahy (for himself, Ms. Collins , Mr. Brown , and Mr. Perdue ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating October 2019 as National Farm to School Month .

Whereas farm to school programs of varying scale operate in nearly 43,000 schools across the United States; Whereas farm to school programs connect schools and local farms in order to— (1) serve nutritious meals in school cafeterias; and (2) support local farmers, ranchers, and fishermen; Whereas farm to school programs include experiential education components that can lead to permanent improvements in the diets of children, both in school and at home; Whereas farm to school programs facilitate the purchase of local food for school meals; Whereas farm to school programs can benefit small and mid-sized agricultural producers by providing access to consistent markets; Whereas farm to school programs can be particularly important for beginning or socially disadvantaged farmers, as schools provide a consistent and secure customer base; Whereas farm to school programs can benefit local economies; Whereas for every $1 spent on local foods in schools, up to an additional $2 circulates in the local economy; Whereas data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that only 7 percent of children consume the recommended amount of vegetables; Whereas communities with high levels of poverty have less access to fresh fruits and vegetables than higher income communities; Whereas the increased consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables is 1 of 6 major strategies to prevent and control obesity, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Whereas studies have demonstrated that children in schools with an active farm to school program increase their average consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables by 1 or more servings per day; Whereas farm to school programs— (1) are popular among children; (2) can increase interest in school meal programs; and (3) can decrease food waste; and Whereas October 2019 would be an appropriate month to designate as National Farm to School Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates October 2019 as National Farm to School Month ; (2) recognizes support for policy improvements to farm to school programs in legislation reauthorizing child nutrition programs; (3) encourages schools and local educational agencies to use local farm products in meals; and (4) encourages schools, farmers and farm groups, local businesses, nonprofit institutions, churches, cities, State governments, and other local groups to raise awareness of farm to school efforts in their communities.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 405 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES October 31, 2019 Mr. Grassley submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of October as Brain Health Awareness Month .

Whereas millions of individuals in the United States suffer from behavioral health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder, or a traumatic brain injury or acquired brain injury that disrupts the normal function of the brain; Whereas a serious behavioral health condition, such as schizophrenia, or a traumatic brain injury or acquired brain injury, such as a stroke, that disrupts the normal function of the brain often is linked to cognitive and behavioral challenges; Whereas millions of individuals in the United States struggle with challenges caused by a traumatic brain injury, stroke, or mental health conditions; Whereas hundreds of thousands of members and veterans of the Armed Forces have been diagnosed with traumatic brain injury and millions more have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of their service, which can lead to persistent challenges for those members and veterans and their families; Whereas approximately 1 in 5 people in the United States struggle with behavioral health disorders each year, but a majority of those people do not seek treatment for their condition, often due to the stigma associated with doing so; Whereas early and adequate access to care, such as imaging technology that can identify areas of the brain that have been compromised, promotes health and can greatly increase the overall quality of life of many individuals in the United States; Whereas grassroots organizations such as Brain Health Now of Iowa and Mental Health Connecticut, which are dedicated to ending the stigma of mental illness, have called for every individual in the United States to treat health conditions affecting the brain with the same regard and care as physical illnesses, such as heart disease; and Whereas it is important to educate the public on the incidence and prevalence of brain injury and disease and to support the needs of those who are injured: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of October as Brain Health Awareness Month ; and (2) encourages all individuals in the United States to use Brain Health Awareness Month as an opportunity to promote greater acceptance of and support for individuals living with diseases or injuries affecting the brain.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 410 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 7, 2019 Mr. Jones (for himself and Mr. Rounds ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration RESOLUTION Establishing a McCain-Mansfield Fellowship Program in the Senate.

1. McCain-Mansfield Fellowship Program (a) Definitions In this resolution— (1) the term eligible military veteran means a veteran, as defined in section 101 of title 38, United States Code, that meets any eligibility requirements established by the Secretary for participation in the program under this section; and (2) the term Sergeant at Arms means the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. (b) Establishment of fellowship program (1) In general From amounts made available to carry out this section, the Sergeant at Arms shall establish a program through which eligible military veterans may apply for and participate in a fellowship position in the personal office of a Senator. (2) Designation The program established under paragraph (1) shall be referred to as the McCain-Mansfield Fellowship Program . (3) Establishment of an office The Sergeant at Arms shall establish, in the Office of the Sergeant at Arms, an office to administer the McCain-Mansfield Fellowship Program. The office shall develop a process through which— (A) Senators who wish to participate in the McCain-Mansfield Fellowship Program may notify the Sergeant at Arms; and (B) eligible military veterans may apply for a McCain-Mansfield Fellowship. (c) Duration, number, distribution, and amount of fellowships (1) Duration A McCain-Mansfield Fellowship shall be for a 2-year period. (2) Number and distribution of fellowships Subject to the availability of appropriations— (A) the Sergeant at Arms shall award not more than 100 McCain-Mansfield Fellowships; and (B) the Sergeant at Arms shall distribute the McCain-Mansfield Fellowships under this section for an award period in a manner that provides not less than 1 Fellowship position for each Senator wishing to participate in the program. (3) Amount of financial assistance The Sergeant at Arms shall determine the stipend or other financial assistance appropriate for each particular McCain-Mansfield Fellowship position under this section, depending on the duties of the position and the recommendations from the Senator offering the position.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 411 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 7, 2019 Mr. Toomey (for himself and Mr. Barrasso ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources RESOLUTION Affirming that States maintain primacy for the regulation of hydraulic fracturing for oil and natural gas production on State and private lands, that the President has no authority to declare a moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing on State and private lands, and that the President should not attempt to declare a moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing on Federal lands (including the Outer Continental Shelf) or lands held in trust for an Indian Tribe, unless the moratorium is authorized by an Act of Congress.

That— (1) States maintain primacy for the regulation of hydraulic fracturing for oil and natural gas production on State and private lands; (2) the President has no authority to declare a moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing on State and private lands; and (3) the President should not attempt to declare a moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing on Federal lands (including the Outer Continental Shelf) or lands held in trust for an Indian Tribe, unless the moratorium is authorized by an Act of Congress.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 419 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 12, 2019 Mr. Tester (for himself and Mr. Isakson ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Permitting the collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings.

1. Collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings (a) In general Notwithstanding any other provision of the rules or regulations of the Senate— (1) a Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate may collect from another Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate within a Senate building or other office secured for a Senator nonmonetary donations of clothing, toys, food, and housewares for charitable purposes related to serving persons in need or members of the Armed Forces and the families of those members during the holiday season, if the charitable purposes do not otherwise violate any rule or regulation of the Senate or Federal law; and (2) a Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate may work with a nonprofit organization with respect to the delivery of donations described under paragraph (1). (b) Expiration The authority provided by this resolution shall expire at the end of the first session of the 116th Congress.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 420 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 13, 2019 Mr. Brown (for himself, Mr. Tester , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Durbin , Mrs. Murray , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Sanders , Mr. Peters , and Mr. Schumer ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs RESOLUTION Encouraging the President to expand the list of the Department of Veterans Affairs of presumptive medical conditions associated with exposure to Agent Orange to include Parkinsonism, bladder cancer, hypertension, and hypothyroidism.

Whereas veterans have sacrificed so much for the United States and have proudly served the United States to secure and preserve the freedoms inherent in the Constitution of the United States; Whereas veterans and their families deserve the benefits that they have earned; Whereas members of the Armed Forces sprayed millions of gallons of Agent Orange, a tactical herbicide, and other tactical herbicides on trees and vegetation during the Vietnam War, from 1962 to 1975; Whereas 58,220 members of the Armed Forces died in combat during the Vietnam War, and veterans are still dying from diseases related to exposure to Agent Orange; Whereas approximately 83,000 veterans are currently living with at least one of the presumptive medical conditions associated with exposure to Agent Orange; Whereas the report set forth by the National Academy of Medicine in 2018 entitled Veterans and Agent Orange Exposure: Update 11 recognized— (1) hypothyroidism and bladder cancer to have a limited or suggestive evidence of association to exposure to Agent Orange; and (2) Parkinson-like symptoms, also known as Parkinsonism, and hypertension to have sufficient evidence of association to exposure to Agent Orange; Whereas, due to exposure to Agent Orange, veterans and their families are facing monumental hurdles with respect to financial stress, mental health, substance addiction, and physical health issues; and Whereas internal documents obtained by a veteran under section 552 of title 5, United States Code (commonly referred to as the Freedom of Information Act ), determined that the Director of the Office of Management and Budget and other White House officials objected to the recommendation by former Secretary of Veterans Affairs David Shulkin to add bladder cancer, Parkinsonism, and hypothyroidism to the list of diseases related to exposure to Agent Orange: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate encourages the President— (1) to take care of members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their family members who have given so much, including the ultimate sacrifice, in defense of the United States; and (2) to take action on behalf of thousands of veterans across the United States who are living with chronic health conditions by expanding the list of the Department of Veterans Affairs of presumptive medical conditions associated with exposure to Agent Orange to include Parkinsonism, bladder cancer, hypertension, and hypothyroidism.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 422 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 14, 2019 Mr. Carper (for himself and Mr. Boozman ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing November 15, 2019, as America Recycles Day and expressing the sense of the Senate that recycling promotes a healthy economy and responsible environmental stewardship.

Whereas recycling is among the top actions that people in the United States can do to improve the environment and the economy of the United States; Whereas, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, in the United States, only 21.4 percent of recyclable waste is recycled; Whereas, in the United States, recycling is an industry valued at approximately $200,000,000,000; Whereas diverting 75 percent of waste in the United States from landfilling and incineration to recycling by 2030 would result in the creation of approximately 2,300,000 recycling jobs, nearly 2 times the number of recycling jobs that existed in the United States in 2008; Whereas the 2016 Recycling Economic Information Report by the Environmental Protection Agency found, using 2007 as a base year, that recycling and reuse activities— (1) accounted for approximately 757,000 jobs, 0.52 percent of all jobs in the United States; (2) produced approximately $36,600,000,000 in wages, 0.62 percent of total wages paid in the United States; and (3) produced approximately $6,700,000,000 in tax revenue, 0.90 percent of total tax revenue in the United States; Whereas recycling conserves natural resources and fresh water; Whereas recycling prevents waste and discarded materials from ending up in oceans and waterways and harming water and wildlife; Whereas, in 2015, approximately 67,800,000 tons of municipal solid waste were recycled, in contrast with 137,700,000 tons of municipal solid waste that were landfilled; and Whereas, with respect to the 67,800,000 tons of municipal solid waste that were recycled, paper and paperboard accounted for 67 percent, metals accounted for 12 percent, and glass, plastic, and wood accounted for between 4 and 5 percent: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes November 15, 2019, as America Recycles Day ; (2) acknowledges that recycling benefits and strengthens the economy, environment, and communities of the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to be cognizant of their environmental footprint and to incorporate additional recycling practices into their daily lives.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 423 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 14, 2019 Mr. Manchin (for himself, Ms. Collins , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Young , Mr. Booker , Mr. Lankford , Ms. Hirono , Ms. Hassan , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Coons , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Peters , and Mr. Reed ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing November 2019 as National Homeless Children and Youth Awareness Month .

Whereas, in the United States, public schools identified approximately 1,300,000 homeless children and youth during the 2016–2017 school year; Whereas an estimated 1,200,000 children younger than 6 years of age in 2014 and approximately 4,200,000 youth and young adults in 2017 experienced homelessness, with many such youth and young adults staying on couches, in motels, in shelters, or outside; Whereas infants who are homeless are at a higher risk for developing certain illnesses and health conditions, homeless families are more likely to experience involvement in the child welfare system, and homeless children are more likely to experience difficulty with school attendance; Whereas a recent survey found that more than 1 in 3 high school students experiencing homelessness had attempted suicide, and nearly 1 in 4 high school students experiencing homelessness had experienced dating violence; Whereas individuals without a high school degree or general educational development certificate (GED) are more than 3 times more likely to report homelessness than their peers, making lack of education the leading risk factor for homelessness; Whereas, in 2016, the high school graduation rate for homeless students was 64 percent, compared to 77 percent for low-income students and 84.6 percent for all students; Whereas the rate of youth homelessness is the same in rural, suburban, and urban areas; Whereas 29 percent of unaccompanied homeless youth between 13 and 25 years of age have spent time in foster care, compared to approximately 6 percent of all children; Whereas homelessness among children and youth is a complex issue that often co-occurs with deep poverty, low education and employment levels, substance misuse and abuse, mental illness, lack of affordable housing, and family conflict; and Whereas awareness of child and youth homelessness must be heightened to encourage greater support for effective programs to help children and youth overcome homelessness: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the efforts of businesses, organizations, educators, and volunteers dedicated to meeting the needs of homeless children and youth; (2) applauds the initiatives of businesses, organizations, educators, and volunteers that— (A) use time and resources to raise awareness of child and youth homelessness, the causes of such homelessness, and potential solutions; and (B) work to prevent homelessness among children and youth; (3) recognizes November 2019 as National Homeless Children and Youth Awareness Month ; and (4) encourages those businesses, organizations, educators, and volunteers to continue to intensify their efforts to address homelessness among children and youth during November 2019.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 424 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 14, 2019 Mr. Gardner (for himself and Mr. Bennet ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Colorado Farm Bureau Federation and celebrating the long history of the Colorado Farm Bureau Federation representing the farmers and ranchers of Colorado.

Whereas, on March 22, 1919, a group of 10 local counties and farmers met to form what was termed a Farm Bureau , with the goal of making the business of farming more profitable and the community a better place to live ; Whereas W.G. Jamison, the first president of the Colorado Farm Bureau Federation, helped to lead a grassroots organization of farmers that represent all agricultural producers across the State of Colorado; Whereas the Colorado Farm Bureau Federation, with a State farm bureau, 45 county farm bureaus, and 23,000 member families, is 1 of the largest farmer-led organizations in the State of Colorado; Whereas the mission of the Colorado Farm Bureau Federation is to promote and protect the future of agriculture and rural values ; Whereas the Colorado Farm Bureau Federation fulfills that mission— (1) by representing farm and ranch families united for the purpose of formulating action to support rural communities; (2) by improving agricultural production, economic opportunity, leadership development, and public policy; and (3) by promoting the well-being of the people of the State of Colorado; Whereas the Colorado Farm Bureau Federation has represented the interests of farmers with respect to the consideration and enactment of all major legislation impacting farmers since the founding of the Colorado Farm Bureau Federation; and Whereas the Colorado Farm Bureau Federation plays a vital role in promoting the well-being of the people of Colorado— (1) by analyzing the problems faced by farm and ranch families; and (2) by formulating action to achieve the goals of farm and ranch families: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Colorado Farm Bureau Federation; (2) recognizes the Colorado Farm Bureau Federation for 100 years of promoting farm and ranch interests for the benefit of the people of the State of Colorado; and (3) applauds the Colorado Farm Bureau Federation for its past, present, and future efforts to advocate for farm interests that are critical to the State of Colorado.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 426 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 14, 2019 Mr. Kennedy submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that Members of Congress should substitute teach at least 1 day per year in a public school to gain firsthand knowledge on how to address the prevailing challenges facing educators and how to remove obstacles to learning for students.

Whereas teachers play a critical role in shaping the minds and lives of children; Whereas there are projected to be 3,200,000 full-time public school teachers in 2020; Whereas approximately 200,000 teachers leave the profession each year; Whereas in the 115th Congress, there were more than 2 times as many Members of Congress that had backgrounds in public service or politics than Members of Congress that had backgrounds in education; and Whereas Members of Congress should be on the ground in public schools to understand the challenges that educators and students face, including challenges relating to— (1) a growing shortage of teachers; (2) issues of teacher pay; (3) a lack of resources in both urban and rural areas; (4) teacher preparedness; (5) chronic absenteeism among students; (6) poverty; and (7) parental involvement: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the contributions of teachers to the United States; (2) thanks teachers for their service; and (3) recommends that each Member of Congress spend at least 1 day per year serving as a substitute teacher in a public school.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 428 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 18, 2019 Mr. Blunt (for himself and Ms. Klobuchar ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Authorizing the taking of pictures and filming in the Chamber of the Senate for use by the Capitol Visitor Center.

1. Authorization of taking of pictures and filming in the Senate Chamber for use by the Capitol Visitor Center (a) Authorization Subject to subsection (b), paragraph 1 of rule IV of the Rules for the Regulation of the Senate Wing of the United States Capitol and Senate Office Buildings (prohibiting the taking of pictures in the Senate Chamber) is temporarily suspended— (1) for the purpose of permitting the taking of pictures and filming while the Senate is in session or in recess; and (2) for a period not to exceed a total of 7 days, of which the dates, locations, and times shall be determined by the Committee on Rules and Administration. (b) Limitation on use of images The pictures taken and film made under subsection (a) may only be used by the Capitol Visitor Center for exhibits, digital interactive displays, and video presentations in the Capitol Visitor Center that have been approved by the Committee on Rules and Administration. (c) Arrangements The Capitol Visitor Center, in collaboration with the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate and the Secretary of the Senate, shall make the necessary arrangements to carry out this resolution, including such arrangements as are necessary to ensure that the taking of pictures and filming conducted under this resolution does not disrupt any proceeding of the Senate.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 433 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 19, 2019 Mr. Peters (for himself and Ms. Ernst ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating February 1, 2020, as Blue Star Mother’s Day .

Whereas, on January 22, 1942, in the midst of the Second World War, United States Army Captain George Maines ran an advertisement in the Flint News Observer calling for mothers of members of the Armed Forces to meet; Whereas, on February 1, 1942, 300 mothers of members of the Armed Forces held their first meeting at the Durant Hotel in Flint, Michigan, and February 1, 2020, is the 78th anniversary of that meeting; Whereas, on July 14, 1960, the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., received its charter from Congress; Whereas Blue Star Mothers make enormous sacrifices while their sons and daughters are providing for the defense of the United States; Whereas Blue Star Mothers pack and ship thousands of care packages every year to members of the Armed Forces deployed overseas, volunteer to help homeless veterans, provide support for wounded warriors, visit with hospitalized veterans, honor fallen heroes during funeral services, and offer a compassionate community for the mothers of men and women of the Armed Forces serving in harm’s way; Whereas Blue Star Mothers promote the values of the United States, demonstrate a patriotic spirit, and advance a national sense of pride and appreciation for the men and women of the Armed Forces; and Whereas there are 198 active chapters of the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., throughout the United States representing thousands of military families: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates February 1, 2020, as Blue Star Mother’s Day ; (2) honors and recognizes— (A) the contributions of the members of the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.; and (B) the important role Blue Star Mothers play in supporting each other and members and veterans of the Armed Forces; and (3) encourages the people of the United States— (A) to observe Blue Star Mother’s Day; and (B) to support the work of local chapters of the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 436 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 21, 2019 Mr. Brown (for himself and Mr. Isakson ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Supporting the goals, activities, and ideals of Prematurity Awareness Month.

Whereas, according to the World Health Organization, complications of preterm birth are now the leading cause of death among children under 5 years of age worldwide; Whereas approximately 1,000,000 children die each year due to complications of preterm birth; Whereas preterm birth is a global problem that exacts a toll on families from all parts of society in every country; Whereas many complications of preterm birth may have lifelong consequences for the health, growth, and development of infants; Whereas up to 75 percent of deaths resulting from preterm birth worldwide can be prevented through proven cost-effective strategies to promote full-term births and improve the care of preterm infants; Whereas countries can improve maternal health and the survival rate of babies born prematurely by making strategic investments in health care systems to ensure access to high-quality pre-pregnancy care, prenatal care, childbirth services, emergency obstetric care, postnatal care, and comprehensive care for affected newborns; Whereas the preterm birth rate in the United States has worsened for four consecutive years, rising from 9.63 percent in 2015 to 10.02 percent in 2018; Whereas there are significant racial and ethnic disparities in preterm birth rates among many communities in the United States; Whereas there are disparities in preterm birth rates globally, with lower-income families at the highest risk of having a child preterm; Whereas many preterm births can be prevented through evidence-based public health programs focused on reducing risk factors such as tobacco use, closely spaced pregnancies, and early elective deliveries; and Whereas, in the United States and around the world, November is recognized as Prematurity Awareness Month: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the recognition of Prematurity Awareness Month; (2) honors individuals working domestically and internationally to reduce preterm births; and (3) supports efforts at home and abroad to— (A) reduce the impact of preterm births by improving maternal health during and after pregnancy; (B) advance the care and treatment of infants born preterm; and (C) promote evidence-based strategies to— (i) prevent preterm birth and promote full-term births; and (ii) improve outcomes for infants born preterm.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 437 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 21, 2019 Mr. Young (for himself, Mr. Cardin , and Mr. Braun ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing support for the goals of Stomach Cancer Awareness Month.

Whereas stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, is one of the most difficult cancers to detect in the early stages of the disease, which contributes to high mortality rates; Whereas stomach cancer occurs when cancer cells develop in the lining of the stomach; Whereas stomach cancer is the fifth most common type of cancer worldwide; Whereas, in 2019— (1) an estimated 27,510 cases of stomach cancer will be diagnosed in the United States; and (2) an estimated 11,140 people in the United States will die from stomach cancer; Whereas the estimated 5-year survival rate for stomach cancer is only 31.5 percent; Whereas, in the United States, stomach cancer is more prevalent among racial and ethnic minorities; Whereas increased awareness of, and education about, stomach cancer among patients and health care providers could improve timely recognition of stomach cancer symptoms; Whereas more research into early diagnosis, screening, and treatment for stomach cancer is needed; and Whereas November 2019 is an appropriate month to observe Stomach Cancer Awareness Month: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the goals of Stomach Cancer Awareness Month; (2) supports efforts to increase awareness of, and education about, stomach cancer among the general public of the United States; (3) recognizes the need for additional research into early diagnosis, screening, and treatment for stomach cancer; and (4) encourages States, territories, and localities of the United States to support the goals of Stomach Cancer Awareness Month.
III 116th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 439 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 21, 2019 Mr. Isakson (for himself, Mr. Coons , Mr. Burr , Mrs. Capito , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Alexander , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Perdue , Mr. Carper , and Mr. Wyden ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating December 1, 2019, as Drive Safer Sunday .

Whereas motor vehicle travel is the primary means of transportation in the United States; Whereas every individual traveling on roads and highways should drive in a safe manner so as to reduce deaths and injuries that result from motor vehicle crashes; Whereas, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, wearing a seat belt saves as many as 15,000 lives each year; and Whereas the Sunday after Thanksgiving is the busiest highway traffic day of the year: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) encourages— (A) high schools, colleges, universities, administrators, teachers, primary schools, and secondary schools to launch campus-wide educational campaigns to urge students to focus on safety when driving; (B) national trucking firms— (i) to alert employee drivers to be especially focused on driving safely on the Sunday after Thanksgiving; and (ii) to publicize the importance of driving safely on the Sunday after Thanksgiving on the Citizens Band Radio Service and at truck stops across the United States; (C) clergies to remind congregations to travel safely when attending services and gatherings; (D) law enforcement personnel to remind drivers and passengers to drive safely, particularly on the Sunday after Thanksgiving; (E) motorists to drive safely during the holiday season and throughout the rest of the year; and (F) the people of the United States— (i) to understand the life-saving importance of wearing a seat belt; and (ii) to educate themselves about highway safety; and (2) designates December 1, 2019, as Drive Safer Sunday .