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IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 687 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 8, 2019 Ms. Spanberger (for herself and Ms. Jackson Lee ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of July 16 as National Atomic Veterans Day .

Whereas more than 200,000 veterans of the United States, in service during the period between 1945 and 1963, participated in nuclear tests, served with the United States military occupation forces in or around Hiroshima and Nagasaki before 1946, or were held as prisoners of war in or near Hiroshima or Nagasaki; Whereas July 16 is the anniversary of Trinity , the world’s first detonation of a nuclear device in Alamogordo, New Mexico on July 16, 1945; Whereas the health of the atomic veterans and of many of the children of such veterans may have been adversely affected by exposure to ionizing radiation; Whereas atomic veterans were not told of the hazards they faced from exposure to ionizing radiation, often were provided with little protection from such exposure, and were provided with no follow-up medical care or other monitoring to determine the health consequences of such exposure; Whereas many atomic veterans were prevented by secrecy laws or oaths from seeking medical care or disability compensation from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (hereinafter referred to as VA ) for conditions they may have developed as a result of radiation exposure; Whereas in 1996, the United States Congress repealed the Nuclear Radiation and Secrecy Agreements Act, freeing atomic veterans to describe their military involvement in nuclear testing in order to file for VA benefits; Whereas atomic veterans may be eligible for free medical care from the VA and compensation in the form of a partial or full service-connected disability allowance, including potential payments to a surviving spouse or children; Whereas the National Association of Atomic Veterans was formed in 1979 to help atomic veterans obtain medical care and assistance; Whereas, on July 15, 1983, President Ronald Reagan did designate, in accordance with Public Law 98–54 , July 16, 1983, as National Atomic Veterans’ Day ; Whereas the Public Law 98–54 designated the single day of July 16, 1983, as National Atomic Veterans’ Day and not in each succeeding year; and Whereas individual States have designated July 16 in each year, as National Atomic Veterans Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Atomic Veterans Day ; (2) encourages the President to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe National Atomic Veterans Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities; and (3) acknowledges the important role played by the atomic veterans in the defense of the Nation.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 689 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 12, 2019 Mr. Garamendi (for himself, Mr. Costa , Ms. Stevens , Ms. Lofgren , Ms. Spanberger , and Mr. Cook ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Recognizing the significance of the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, to Sikh Americans and Sikhs worldwide.

Whereas the United States is enriched by the diversity of its residents, who have cultivated a climate of social tolerance and intellectual pluralism that has sustained it throughout its history; Whereas the Sikh community, which originated in Punjab, in South Asia, and began immigrating into the United States over 100 years ago, has played an important role in developing the United States; Whereas Sikhism is the world’s fifth largest religion with nearly 30,000,000 followers, including about 1,000,000 in the United States; Whereas a holistic understanding of peace, supported by ideas of equality and fraternity, is part of the Sikh tradition; Whereas the very origin of Sikhism is linked to overcoming communal hatred and divisions; Whereas the year 2019 carries significance for Sikhs across the globe as being the 550th birth anniversary of the founder of the Sikh faith, Guru Nanak; Whereas Guru Nanak (1469–1539) preached to his followers to— (1) remember God; (2) earn their living by honest means; and (3) share it with the less fortunate; Whereas Guru Nanak was an original spiritual thinker and expressed his thoughts in extraordinary poetry that forms the basis of Sikh scripture, Guru Granth Sahib; Whereas Guru Nanak’s social teachings denounced the caste system and taught that everyone is equal, regardless of caste, creed, or gender; Whereas Guru Nanak’s message was to recognize the entire human race as one; and Whereas Guru Nanak criticized caste and gender inequalities and declared that all men and women are equal: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives recognizes the significance of the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, to Sikh Americans and Sikhs worldwide.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 690 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 12, 2019 Ms. Clarke of New York (for herself and Ms. Kelly of Illinois ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Commending Alice Allison Dunnigan for her barrier-breaking career in journalism.

Whereas Alice Allison Dunnigan was born on April 27, 1906, in Russellville, Kentucky, where she overcame poverty, segregation, and sexism in order to break barriers for African-American women throughout the country; Whereas Ms. Dunnigan served as Washington Bureau Chief of the Associated Negro Press from 1947 to 1961, publishing stories in over 110 African-American newspapers throughout the country, informing people of the ways in which government decisions impacted their lives and forcing decisionmakers to address key issues impacting minority communities; Whereas Ms. Dunnigan became the first African-American woman accredited to cover the White House, Congress, Department of State, and Supreme Court as a result of her proven journalism skills and hard-hitting reporting style; Whereas Ms. Dunnigan was one of only three African Americans and one of two women in the press corps that fully covered President Harry S. Truman’s 1948 Presidential campaign; Whereas Ms. Dunnigan’s commitment to truth, honesty, and equality served as the basis for her employment as an education consultant to the President’s Committee on Equal Employment Opportunity under the Kennedy administration, where she fought to ensure that all Americans had equal employment rights regardless of age, race, or sex; Whereas Ms. Dunnigan was a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated; and Whereas Ms. Dunnigan demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to journalism, the truth, and equality for all Americans: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives commends Alice Allison Dunnigan for her barrier-breaking career in journalism.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 691 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 12, 2019 Mr. King of New York (for himself, Mr. Yoho , Mr. Engel , and Mr. Suozzi ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Honoring the accomplishments and charitable contributions of Peter Morgan Alonso of the New York Mets upon his being named the National League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year.

Whereas Peter Morgan Alosno of the New York Mets (referred to in this preamble as Pete Alonso ) has found tremendous athletic success while developing into a pillar of his community; Whereas Pete Alonso thrived at Jesuit High School and Henry B. Plant High School; Whereas Pete Alonso earned an athletic scholarship to play baseball for the University of Florida Gators; Whereas Pete Alonso was named to the All-Southeastern Conference team for his successful freshman year; Whereas Pete Alonso helped lead the Gators to the College World Series in both 2015 and 2016; Whereas Pete Alonso was selected by the New York Mets in the second round of the 2016 Major League Baseball draft; Whereas Pete Alonso found tremendous success throughout the New York Mets farm system; Whereas Pete Alonso was named to the New York Mets 2019 Opening Day roster as the starting first baseman; Whereas, on June 22, 2019, Pete Alonso hit his 26th home run breaking the National League record for most home runs by a rookie before the All-Star break; Whereas, on July 8, 2019, Pete Alonso won the 2019 Major League Baseball Home Run Derby, racking up an impressive total of 57 home runs, becoming only the second rookie to win the Derby outright; Whereas Pete Alonso announced that he was donating a significant percentage of his Home Run Derby prize to the Wounded Warrior Project and Tunnel to Towers; Whereas, on September 11, 2019, Pete Alonso purchased and arranged for every member of the New York Mets to wear cleats honoring 9/11 first responders; Whereas, on September 20, 2019, Pete Alonso became the second rookie to hit 50 home runs in a season; Whereas, on September 28, 2019, Pete Alonso hit his 53d home run, breaking the record for most home runs hit by a rookie in Major League Baseball history; Whereas, on October 1, 2019, Pete Alonso donated his custom bat and cleats used during the game on September 11, 2019, to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum in honor of both the first responders and their families; and Whereas, on November 11, 2019, Pete Alonso was rightfully named the National League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the accomplishments and fine example of Peter Morgan Alonso of the New York Mets; and (2) honors him for his record-breaking year and commitment to his community.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 693 In the House of Representatives, U. S., November 14, 2019 RESOLUTION Authorizing the Director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Director of the Office of the Whistleblower Ombudsman to each appoint and fix the pay of employees of their respective Offices.

That, pursuant to regulations issued by the Committee on House Administration— (1) the Director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion established under section 104(d) of House Resolution 6 may appoint and fix the pay of employees of the Office; and (2) the Director of the Office of the Whistleblower Ombudsman established under section 104(e) of House Resolution 6 may appoint and fix the pay of employees of the Office.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 693 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 13, 2019 Ms. Lofgren submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration RESOLUTION Authorizing the Director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Director of the Office of the Whistleblower Ombudsman to each appoint and fix the pay of employees of their respective Offices.

That, pursuant to regulations issued by the Committee on House Administration— (1) the Director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion established under section 104(d) of House Resolution 6 may appoint and fix the pay of employees of the Office; and (2) the Director of the Office of the Whistleblower Ombudsman established under section 104(e) of House Resolution 6 may appoint and fix the pay of employees of the Office.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 696 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 13, 2019 Mr. Meadows submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure RESOLUTION Establishing the Elijah E. Cummings Room.

Whereas Elijah Eugene Cummings was born on January 18, 1951, in Baltimore to Ruth Elma and Robert Cummings; Whereas, as the son of sharecroppers, he grew up with an understanding of adversity and challenges and his parents inspired in him his sense of justice; Whereas he graduated with honors from the Baltimore City College high school in 1969, then attended Howard University in the District of Columbia, where he served in the student government as sophomore class president, student government treasurer, and later student government president, and graduated in 1973, with a bachelor’s degree in political science; Whereas he graduated from law school at the University of Maryland School of Law, receiving his juris doctor in 1976, and was admitted to the bar in Maryland later that year and practiced law for 19 years; Whereas he received 12 honorary doctoral degrees from universities across the United States, most recently an honorary doctorate of public service from the University of Maryland, College Park, in 2017; Whereas for 14 years, he served in the Maryland House of Delegates and served as Chairman of the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland and was the first African American in Maryland history to be named Speaker pro Tempore, the second highest position in the House of Delegates; Whereas he was elected to the House of Representatives in 1996, and served the people of Maryland’s 7th Congressional District; Whereas as Chairman of the Oversight and Reform Committee, he cared deeply about holding public officials accountable and making the government work better; Whereas he lived in the Madison Park community in Baltimore and was an active member of the New Psalmist Baptist Church for 40 years; Whereas he was a loving family man, husband, and father who leaves behind two daughters and a son, and his wife, Maya Rockeymoore Cummings; and Whereas he died on October 17, 2019, at Johns Hopkins Hospital at the age of 68 and laid in state at the United State Capitol Building’s Statuary Hall on October 24, becoming the first African-American lawmaker to achieve the honor of lying in state: Now, therefore, be it

That in honor of the life and legacy of Elijah E. Cummings, room 2154 of the Rayburn House Office Building is named the Elijah E. Cummings Room .
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 698 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 14, 2019 Ms. Kendra S. Horn of Oklahoma (for herself, Mr. Crenshaw , Mr. Takano , Mr. Brindisi , Ms. Stefanik , Mr. Rose of New York , Ms. Torres Small of New Mexico , Mr. Swalwell of California , Mr. Case , Mr. Trone , and Mr. Larsen of Washington ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary , and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on the importance of assisting justice-involved veterans.

Whereas almost 200,000 veterans are incarcerated; Whereas more than half of justice-involved veterans have either a mental health issue or a substance abuse disorder; Whereas a substantial number of justice-involved veterans are homeless or at risk for homelessness; Whereas many veterans have difficulty finding work and reintegrating into society after living in formalized environments; Whereas veterans who get involved in the criminal justice system may be at a higher risk for suicide; Whereas justice-involved veterans in prison cannot receive medical services furnished by the Department of Veterans Affairs, but may receive outreach services; Whereas justice-involved veterans have more specialized needs upon reentry into society; Whereas veterans treatment courts serve only veterans who are charged with nonviolent crimes and are in need of mental health or substance abuse treatment; Whereas prosecutors work with defense attorneys to negotiate whether a veteran’s case should be heard in the treatment court, and veterans go through counseling funded by the Department of Veterans Affairs; Whereas once the veteran finishes the program, which can last from a few months to years, all charges are dropped; and Whereas only approximately 500 counties have veterans treatment courts: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the expansion of the veterans treatment court program; (2) encourages deeper studies into the efficacy of these programs and best practices; and (3) reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to helping all veterans reintegrating to civilian life.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 699 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 14, 2019 Mr. Burchett submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Celebrating the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Poland.

Whereas 2019 marks the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Poland; Whereas Poland is a strong ally of the United States on issues involving freedom and liberty; Whereas over 10 million United States citizens are of Polish-American ancestry; Whereas the United States, in its own war for independence, was assisted by two Polish leaders, Casimir Pulaski and Tadeusz Kosciuszko; Whereas Pulaski died fighting for United States independence while Kosciuszko, an engineer, was instrumental in helping George Washington win the Battle of Saratoga and became known as the father of West Point, the United States Military Academy; Whereas the United States recognizes that during the past 100 years of diplomatic relations, Poland was free for only 50 years, from 1919 to 1939 and from 1989 to present; Whereas the United States always maintained diplomatic ties between our two nations during the past 100 years despite challenging political circumstances in Poland, even moving the United States embassy to London during World War II; Whereas many Poles gave their lives fighting for the Allies during World War II; Whereas, in 1989, during the cold war and as Poland was transitioning from Soviet rule, freedom leader Lech Walesa addressed the United States Congress; Whereas Poland is one of only seven North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) member states to meet their two percent gross domestic product defense spending requirement; Whereas Poland deployed large numbers of members of its armed forces to the international coalition in Iraq and to the NATO forces in Afghanistan; and Whereas Poland remains a strong ally to the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) celebrates the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Poland; (2) honors the service of the Poles who fought during World War II, Afghanistan, and Iraq, including those who gave their lives; and (3) honors the contributions by Polish Americans to the United States.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 705 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 14, 2019 Ms. Slotkin (for herself, Mr. Bacon , Mr. Banks , Mr. Brown of Maryland , Mr. Cisneros , Mr. Costa , Mr. Crow , Ms. Escobar , Mr. Gallego , Mr. Hurd of Texas , Mr. Kim , Mr. Langevin , Mrs. Luria , Mr. Moulton , Mr. Rose of New York , Mr. Schiff , Mr. Smith of Washington , Ms. Spanberger , Ms. Torres Small of New Mexico , Mr. Trone , and Ms. Sherrill ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Recognizing the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS.

Whereas it has been 5 years since the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS formed and affirmed our shared goal to ensure the enduring defeat of ISIS; Whereas 76 member nations of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS and 5 international institutions have contributed to efforts to defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS); Whereas the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS has provided military support to local partners on the front lines of the fight in Iraq and Syria; has led efforts to stop the flow of foreign fighters to the battlefield, combatted the financing of terrorist activities, responded to the ongoing humanitarian crises in the region, and countered the ISIS narrative online and in their nations; and Whereas, as a result of our success in forming the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, the military campaign of the Coalition has been more effective, and the burden of confronting the scourge of ISIS has been shared by partner nations that recognize the common nature of the threat: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the commitment of partner nations and institutions that have participated in the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS; (2) recognizes the many critical contributions that Global Coalition partners have made in support of our shared mission to defeat ISIS; (3) reaffirms the enduring commitment of the United States to the lasting defeat of ISIS; (4) recognizes that robust alliances and partnerships require many years to develop and, if neglected, may not be easily rebuilt in moments of crisis; and (5) affirms that robust alliances and partnerships will remain critical to defeating emerging and future threats.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 706 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 15, 2019 Mr. Johnson of Georgia (for himself, Mr. Woodall , Mr. Austin Scott of Georgia , Mr. Bishop of Georgia , Mr. David Scott of Georgia , Mr. Costa , Ms. Johnson of Texas , Mr. Loudermilk , Ms. Wilson of Florida , Ms. Norton , Ms. Lee of California , Ms. Moore , Ms. Clarke of New York , Mr. Danny K. Davis of Illinois , Mr. Rush , Mr. Lewis , Mrs. Watson Coleman , Ms. Fudge , Mrs. Beatty , Mrs. Radewagen , Mr. Cox of California , Mrs. McBath , Mr. Allen , and Mr. Cisneros ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of November 9, 2019, as Gold Star Father’s Day .

Whereas thousands of men and women have laid down their lives to defend the liberty and soul of our Nation, and families of fallen members of the Armed Forces have lost their loved ones in service to our country; Whereas families of members of the Armed Forces demonstrate a different kind of heroism, supporting children and family members while loved ones are deployed, sacrificing holidays with members who are serving overseas, and facing each day knowing their loved one might be in danger and could never return home; Whereas, before the Iraq war, the United States had lost over 1,300,000 members of the Armed Forces during wartime, and since October 2001, over 4,400 members of the Armed Forces have lost their lives serving this country, leaving thousands of family members behind; Whereas, in 2015, the Gold Star Fathers Act was signed into law to ensure Gold Star Fathers were eligible for the same benefits guaranteed to mothers of fallen or permanently disabled members of the Armed Forces, honoring their sacrifice and loss, but this legislation did not designate a Gold Star Father’s Day; Whereas the last Sunday in September was designated by Congress as Gold Star Mother’s Day in 1936; Whereas President Donald Trump designated September 24, 2017, as Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, and in 2016 President Barack Obama proclaimed September 25, 2016, as Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day; Whereas the Georgia House of Representatives adopted House Resolution 723 on March 24, 2017, recognizing November 9 as Georgia Gold Star Father Day; Whereas Father’s Day honors and celebrates fatherhood and the unique paternal bonds between a father and his children; and Whereas the goals of Gold Star Father’s Day on November 9 are to— (1) honor and celebrate fathers who have lost children in service to the United States of America; (2) honor fathers of fallen members of the Armed Forces and recognize that they as parents have experienced extraordinary and unimaginable loss; (3) recognize the need to support families of members of the Armed Forces throughout the United States; and (4) honor the courage of fathers who understand the true price of freedom and now face Father’s Day without their child[ren]: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of Gold Star Father’s Day .
I 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 708 In the House of Representatives, U. S., November 19, 2019 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 3055) making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the bill (H.R. 3055) making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, and for other purposes, with the Senate amendment thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a motion offered by the chair of the Committee on Appropriations or her designee that the House concur in the Senate amendment with an amendment inserting the text of Rules Committee Print 116–38 in lieu of the matter proposed to be inserted by the Senate. The Senate amendment and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 54 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 708 [Report No. 116–297] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 18, 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 Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 3055) making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table the bill (H.R. 3055) making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, and for other purposes, with the Senate amendment thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a motion offered by the chair of the Committee on Appropriations or her designee that the House concur in the Senate amendment with an amendment inserting the text of Rules Committee Print 116-38 in lieu of the matter proposed to be inserted by the Senate. The Senate amendment and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for one hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion.

November 18, 2019 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 709 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 18, 2019 Ms. Gabbard (for herself and Mr. Hurd of Texas ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of GivingTuesday and strong incentives for all people of the United States to volunteer and give generously.

Whereas GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to positively transform their communities; Whereas GivingTuesday is in its eighth year and has become a worldwide movement that celebrates the power of generosity in all its forms; Whereas GivingTuesday brought together more than 2,500 organizations in all 50 States in its first year and continues to gain momentum with a growing number of partners in the United States and around the world; Whereas GivingTuesday, along with other community-giving days, highlights the charitable community in America which boasts 1 1/2 million nonprofits, philanthropic organizations, and religious congregations dedicated to improving lives and strengthening communities; Whereas the charitable community is a key partner with Federal, State, and local governments in the delivery of key programs and services, including child learning and nutrition, emergency disaster response, crisis services for the homeless, and job training and placement programs; Whereas organizations participating in GivingTuesday support our military servicemembers, veterans, and their families with financial counseling, educational support, childcare, emergency relief, and health support; Whereas communities are lifted up by the exposure of all citizens to the cultural, educational, and civic opportunities provided by the charitable community; Whereas virtually every person in the United States benefits from the work of the charitable community, which employs more than 10 percent of the United States private workforce and engages an additional 63,000,000 volunteers; Whereas the estimated national value of each volunteer hour is approximately $25.43 per hour, contributing about $203,000,000,000 to communities across the United States; Whereas the Founding Fathers established a strong philanthropic tradition that should be continued and carried on; and Whereas GivingTuesday proves that acts of kindness and goodwill can transcend country, race, religion, and political ideals, and create lasting connections between people: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes that the United States needs a strong and vibrant charitable and philanthropic sector to enable communities to meet local needs; (2) supports the designation of Giv­ing­Tues­day as a way to encourage generosity and therefore enact positive change and promote causes that further progress and prosperity for a better world; and (3) supports strong incentives for all Americans to give generously to charitable organizations by protecting the charitable deduction and incentives that encourage philanthropy and volunteering.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 711 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 19, 2019 Mrs. Roby (for herself, Mr. Aderholt , Mr. Brooks of Alabama , Mr. Byrne , Mr. Palmer , Mr. Rogers of Alabama , and Ms. Sewell of Alabama ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Recognizing and celebrating the 200th anniversary of the entry of Alabama into the Union as the twenty-second State.

Whereas the United States Congress created the Alabama Territory from the eastern half of the Mississippi Territory on March 3, 1817; Whereas, by 1819, the birth and growth of cities, towns, and communities in the Alabama Territory ensured that the population of the territory had developed sufficiently to achieve the minimum number of inhabitants required by Congress to qualify for statehood; Whereas the United States Congress and President James Monroe approved statehood for the Alabama Territory on December 14, 1819, making it the Nation’s twenty-second State; Whereas December 14, 2019, marks the 200th anniversary of the attainment of statehood by Alabama; and Whereas this bicentennial anniversary is a monumental occasion to celebrate and commemorate the achievements of the great State of Alabama: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives recognizes and celebrates the 200th anniversary of the entry of Alabama into the Union as the twenty-second State.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 712 In the House of Representatives, U. S., November 19, 2019 RESOLUTION Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives and ranking Members on 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 Armed Services: Mr. Brindisi. Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure: Mr. Lamb. That the following named Members be, and are hereby, ranked as follows on the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology: Mr. Lamb (to rank immediately after Ms. Wexton). Committee on Veterans Affairs: Mr. Brindisi (to rank immediately after Ms. Underwood).

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 715 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 19, 2019 Mr. Carter of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Recognizing Survivors Victory Day to celebrate and honor the victims and survivors of trauma.

Whereas, on November 19, 2002, Jessica Huber from Leander, Texas, was nearly killed after her mother, while under the influence of prescription pain killers, narcotics, and marijuana, ran a red light and crashed; Whereas Jessica, as a result of her injuries, underwent multiple blood transfusions and surgeries; Whereas, despite the extraordinary odds against her survival, Jessica is living a happy, healthy, and productive life; Whereas Jessica’s story is a poignant reminder of the thousands who have been victims and survivors of trauma; Whereas stories of survivors of trauma remind us all of the indomitable nature of the human spirit and our basic desire to persevere in the face of adversity; and Whereas, in honor of Jessica Huber, November 19 is recognized as Survivors Victory Day: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives recognizes Survivors Victory Day to celebrate and honor the victims and survivors of trauma.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 716 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 19, 2019 Mr. Wittman (for himself and Mrs. Luria ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology RESOLUTION Designating the National Center of Excellence for research in coastal flooding and recurrent flooding, a partnership among Old Dominion University and William & Mary, including the Virginia Institute of Marine Science and the Virginia Coastal Policy Center at William & Mary Law School.

Whereas universities engaged in both fundamental and applied coastal flooding research are key resources for partnerships with Federal agencies; Whereas Old Dominion University and William & Mary, including the Virginia Institute of Marine Science and the Virginia Coastal Policy Center at William & Mary Law School; Whereas other coastal regions in the United States are vulnerable to flooding and coastal hazards, and the applied research and partnership structure developed in the Virginia can be replicated throughout the Nation, increasing community resilience and national security; Whereas the universities convened State, local, regional, nonprofit, and private sector partners to develop relationships and began the process of building new strategies to respond to increasing coastal threats; Whereas the universities have a proven record of accomplishment and natural and social scientific expertise in coastal flooding and are located in a natural test bed at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay; Whereas the designation made by this resolution will further the ability of these university partners to collaborate with relevant Federal agencies on flood-related topics and share best practices with stakeholders in and outside Virginia; Whereas maintaining the facility and personnel readiness at bases and Federal facilities in Virginia, including Norfolk Naval Station, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren, and Joint Expeditionary Base Langley Eustis, which are vulnerable to flooding and coastal hazards, is essential to our Nation’s national security; and Whereas the universities have a history of working with Federal agencies in coastal flooding and convening stakeholders, and are legislatively designated jointly by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a provider of technical and scientific advice: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives recognizes— (1) the National Center of Excellence for research in coastal flooding and recurrent flooding, a partnership among Old Dominion University and William & Mary, including the Virginia Institute of Marine Science and the Virginia Coastal Policy Center at William & Mary Law School; and (2) Old Dominion University’s Institute for Coastal Adaptation and Resilience, William & Mary, the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, and the Virginia Coastal Policy Center at William & Mary Law School, each as a National Center of Excellence for research in coastal flooding and recurrent flooding.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 718 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 20, 2019 Ms. Gabbard (for herself and Mr. Hurd of Texas ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of GivingTuesday and strong incentives for all people of the United States to volunteer and give generously.

Whereas GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to positively transform their communities; Whereas GivingTuesday is in its eighth year and has become a worldwide movement that celebrates the power of generosity in all its forms; Whereas GivingTuesday brought together more than 2,500 organizations in all 50 States in its first year and continues to gain momentum with a growing number of partners in the United States and around the world; Whereas GivingTuesday, along with other community-giving days, highlights the charitable community in America which boasts 1 1/2 million nonprofits, philanthropic organizations, and religious congregations dedicated to improving lives and strengthening communities; Whereas the charitable community is a key partner with Federal, State, and local governments in the delivery of key programs and services, including child learning and nutrition, emergency disaster response, crisis services for the homeless, and job training and placement programs; Whereas organizations participating in GivingTuesday support our military servicemembers, veterans, and their families with financial counseling, educational support, childcare, emergency relief, and health support; Whereas communities are lifted up by the exposure of all citizens to the cultural, educational, and civic opportunities provided by the charitable community; Whereas virtually every person in the United States benefits from the work of the charitable community, which employs more than 10 percent of the United States private workforce and engages an additional 63,000,000 volunteers; Whereas the estimated national value of each volunteer hour is approximately $25.43 per hour, contributing about $203,000,000,000 to communities across the United States; Whereas the Founding Fathers established a strong philanthropic tradition that should be continued and carried on; and Whereas GivingTuesday proves that acts of kindness and goodwill can transcend country, race, religion, and political ideals, and create lasting connections between people: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes that the United States needs a strong and vibrant charitable and philanthropic sector to enable communities to meet local needs; (2) supports the designation of Giv­ing­Tues­day as a way to encourage generosity and therefore enact positive change and promote causes that further progress and prosperity for a better world; and (3) supports strong incentives for all Americans to give generously to charitable organizations by protecting the charitable deduction and incentives that encourage philanthropy and volunteering.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 719 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 20, 2019 Ms. Finkenauer (for herself, Mr. O'Halleran , Mr. Cole , Mr. Smith of Nebraska , Ms. Torres Small of New Mexico , Mrs. Rodgers of Washington , Mr. Latta , Ms. Sewell of Alabama , Mr. Kind , Mr. Newhouse , Mr. LaHood , Mr. Loebsack , and Mrs. Axne ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Rural Health Day.

Whereas 60,000,000 hard-working individuals in the United States live in rural communities; Whereas rural individuals in the United States are increasingly facing barriers to accessing the health care services they need; Whereas rural health facilities in the United States have faced systemic challenges, including low reimbursements, physician workforce shortages, and difficulty accessing certain technologies like telehealth; Whereas these challenges have contributed to 119 rural hospital closures since 2010; Whereas these challenges have made it more difficult for all rural health care facilities to keep their doors open and serve patients; Whereas National Rural Health Day was established to emphasize the importance of rural areas of the United States and recognize the efforts and contributions to address the unique challenges in rural health care; Whereas the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health has recognized National Rural Health Day the third Thursday of each November since 2010; and Whereas National Rural Health Day will be celebrated this year on November 21, 2019: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Rural Health Day; (2) celebrates rural health care providers and the millions of individuals in the United States they serve; and (3) expresses commitment to advancing policy to improve health care accessibility and affordability in rural areas of the United States.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 725 In the House of Representatives, U. S., November 21, 2019 RESOLUTION Electing a certain Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Member be, and is hereby, elected to the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on Oversight and Reform: Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney of New York, Chair.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 726 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 21, 2019 Mrs. Brooks of Indiana (for herself, Mr. Carson of Indiana , Mr. Bucshon , Mr. Visclosky , Mr. Hollingsworth , Mr. Banks , Mr. Pence , Mrs. Walorski , and Mr. Baird ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce 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 House of Representatives— (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.
IV 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 727 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 21, 2019 Mr. Gottheimer (for himself, Mr. Zeldin , Mr. Brindisi , Mr. Van Drew , Mrs. Lee of Nevada , Mr. McAdams , Mrs. Luria , Mr. Schneider , Mrs. Murphy of Florida , Mr. Suozzi , Mr. Rose of New York , and Mr. Deutch ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Affirming United States support for the State of Israel’s right to defend itself from terrorist attacks.

Whereas Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) was designated as a foreign terrorist organization by the Secretary of State on October 8, 1997; Whereas PIJ receives considerable support, including training, weapons, and cash, from Iran, which was designated as a state sponsor of terrorism by the Secretary of State on January 19, 1984; Whereas PIJ is dedicated to destroying Israel and has claimed credit for multiple terrorist attacks in Israel, including an attack that killed New Jersey student, Alisa Flatow; Whereas PIJ commander Baha Abu al-Ata was directly responsible for hundreds of terrorist attacks and was planning an imminent attack against Israeli civilians; Whereas Israel, like every other sovereign nation, has a responsibility to protect its citizens and defend them from terrorist attacks; Whereas, since January 2018, PIJ and other terrorist groups in Gaza have fired more than 2,000 rockets at Israel; Whereas, between November 12 and 14, 2019, PIJ terrorists in Gaza launched more than 450 rockets at Israel, evacuating homes, schools, and hospitals, and forcing innocent Israelis to flee to bomb shelters; Whereas Iron Dome batteries and interceptors helped save countless lives in Israel and the region; Whereas, on November 14, 2019, rockets from Gaza were fired at Israel in violation of a cease-fire negotiated by Egypt and the United Nations; and Whereas terrorist groups, including PIJ, have repeatedly chosen to perpetuate and escalate violent conflict by firing rockets at innocent civilians in Israel: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) condemns the illegal and indiscriminate firing of rockets at Israel; (2) supports Israel’s right to defend itself against terrorist groups; (3) commends the United States commitment to Israel’s security, including military assistance for the Iron Dome missile defense system; and (4) reaffirms the United States strong concern with the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza.