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IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 939 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 23, 2020 Mr. Brendan F. Boyle of Pennsylvania submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Financial Services RESOLUTION Supporting the World Bank Group to lead a worldwide COVID–19 economic recovery effort.

Whereas the worldwide COVID–19 pandemic is having a profound and serious impact on the global economy; Whereas the world is highly interconnected, and working together can defeat the spread of COVID–19; Whereas the poorest and most vulnerable countries could be hit the hardest by the COVID–19 pandemic by overwhelming their health care system and upending development projects; Whereas many of the world’s low- and middle-income countries are still in the early stages of the COVID–19 pandemic, but the effects of the pandemic are already being felt, as health systems are strained, and many aspects of society are injured; Whereas it is in the international security and prosperity interest of the United States to bolster economic and political stability in developing countries; Whereas, since its creation in 1944, the World Bank Group has been dedicated to providing financial assistance to developing countries to promote economic development; Whereas the World Bank Group finances critical development projects that would otherwise go unfunded by private investors, is uniquely positioned to address cross-border development challenges, and can effectively allocate aid globally based on need; Whereas high-income countries will be able to recover from the COVID–19 pandemic on their own, but low- and middle-income countries will struggle and need economic and technical assistance the World Bank Group can provide; and Whereas, in April, the World Bank Group announced efforts to respond to the COVID–19 pandemic in order to strengthen developing country responses and shorten the time to economically and socially recover: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the United States should support the World Bank Group to lead a worldwide effort to economically construct those areas around the world that have been and will be economically devastated by the effects of the COVID–19 pandemic; and (2) the United States recognizes the world needs to work together more collaboratively in order to overcome our shared challenges.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 943 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 28, 2020 Mr. Lowenthal (for himself, Ms. Lee of California , Mr. Cisneros , Mr. Rouda , Mr. Correa , Mr. Khanna , Mrs. Davis of California , Ms. Lofgren , Mr. Connolly , Ms. Jackson Lee , Ms. Schakowsky , Mr. Peters , and Mr. Costa ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs , and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned RESOLUTION Recognizing the 45th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975.

Whereas since 1975, hundreds of thousands of Vietnamese have resettled in the United States and built vibrant communities across the United States which contribute to the rich diversity of the Nation; Whereas, on April 30, 1975, the Republic of Vietnam was overthrown by communist forces in an event known as Black April or the Fall of Saigon , which is observed in Vietnamese-American communities across the United States each year; Whereas members of the South Vietnamese military fought side-by-side with the United States Armed Forces in defense of the ideals of democracy and freedom; Whereas Vietnamese Americans have continuously advocated for freedom and democracy in Vietnam, and spoken out against human rights abuses by the Vietnamese government; and Whereas Vietnam continues to hold one of the worst records on human rights in the region, violating religious freedom, obstructing press freedom, restricting its own citizens’ freedom of speech and assembly, and detaining prisoners of conscience: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the significance of the 45th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975; (2) honors the contributions of Vietnamese Americans to the United States over the last 45 years and their tireless commitment to upholding freedom, human rights, and democracy in Vietnam; (3) honors the service of members of the United States Armed Forces and of the South Vietnamese forces who fought in Vietnam, including those who gave their lives; (4) honors the memory of the Vietnamese who lost their lives while attempting to flee Vietnam; and (5) encourages all citizens of the United States to join in remembering the Fall of Saigon, honoring the contributions of the Vietnamese-American community, and calling for freedom, human rights, and democracy in Vietnam.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 944 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 28, 2020 Mr. Mast submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the People’s Republic of China should be held accountable for its handling of COVID-19.

Whereas the first reported case of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (commonly referred to as COVID-19 ) was reported as early as November 17, 2019; Whereas the first human-to-human transmission of the disease was recorded by doctors in Wuhan, China on December 8, 2019; Whereas the Wuhan Municipal Health Commission did not inform the World Health Organization (WHO) of the outbreak until December 31, 2019; Whereas Chinese social media censors curbed alerts of the outbreak to the public, including by blocking a comprehensive list of coronavirus-related terms from online discussion; Whereas Dr. Li Wenliang, a physician at Wuhan Central hospital who warned his colleagues of the possible outbreak of COVID-19 in December 2019, was summoned and admonished by Wuhan police for making false comments on the Internet , and later died of the virus; Whereas, on January 3, 2020, China’s National Health Commission (NHC) ordered institutions not to publish any information related to the unknown disease and ordered labs to transfer any samples they had to designated testing institutions or to destroy them ; Whereas the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Robert Redfield, was not notified by his Chinese colleagues of COVID-19 until January 3, 2020, 47 days after the first reported case of the virus; Whereas nearly six weeks after doctors in Wuhan raised the possibility of human-to-human transmission of the virus, Chinese officials continued to deny any recorded cases of such transmissions; Whereas Chinese authorities did not begin taking steps toward locking down the city of Wuhan until January 23, 2020, over two months after the first reported case of COVID-19; Whereas critics of China’s slow response to the outbreak, including Chinese businessman Ren Zhiqiang, were reported to have disappeared; and Whereas a growing consensus of United States officials now believe that COVID-19 originated at the Wuhan Institute of Virology as part of efforts to study and combat viruses: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the global outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (commonly referred to as COVID-19 ) is a direct result of the People’s Republic of China’s long and appalling record of human rights abuses, including its suppression of the freedom of expression, as well as its aggressive domestic and global propaganda campaign; (2) the People’s Republic of China should be held accountable for its handling of the COVID-19; and (3) the United States and other countries should permanently withhold payments on debts owed to the People’s Republic of China in amounts equal to the public costs incurred by such countries relating to COVID-19.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 945 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 1, 2020 RESOLUTION Relating to House Resolution 891.

That House Resolution 891, agreed to March 11, 2020 (as most recently amended by House Resolution 920, agreed to April 14, 2020), is amended in section 7 by striking May 3, 2020 and inserting May 18, 2020 .

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 947 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 1, 2020 Mr. Raskin (for himself, Mr. Huffman , Ms. Norton , and Mr. McNerney ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of May 7, 2020, as a National Day of Reason and recognizing the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.

Whereas the application of reason has been the essential precondition for humanity’s extraordinary scientific, medical, technological, and social progress since the modern Enlightenment; Whereas reason provides vital hope today for confronting the environmental crises of our day, including the civilizational emergency of climate change, and for cultivating the rule of law, democratic institutions, justice, and peace among nations; Whereas irrationality, magical thinking, and superstition have undermined the national effort to combat the COVID–19 pandemic, and reason is fundamental to creating an effective coordinated response to beat the virus involving the Federal Government, the States, and the scientific and medical communities; Whereas America’s Founders insisted upon the primacy of reason and knowledge in public life, and drafted the Constitution to prevent official establishment of religion and to protect freedom of thought, speech, and inquiry in civil society; Whereas James Madison, author of the First Amendment and fourth President of the United States, stated that The advancement and diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty , and Knowledge will forever govern ignorance, and a people who mean to be their own governors, must arm themselves with the power knowledge gives ; and Whereas, May 7, 2020, would be an appropriate date to designate as a National Day of Reason : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of a National Day of Reason ; and (2) encourages all citizens, residents, and visitors to join in observing this day and focusing on the central importance of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry to resolving social problems and promoting the welfare of humankind.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 953 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 5, 2020 Mr. Veasey submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of May 2020 as Health and Fitness Month .

Whereas 2/3 of adults and nearly 1 in 3 children are overweight or obese in the United States; Whereas unhealthy eating habits and lack of physical activity have contributed to the obesity epidemic in the United States; Whereas the prevalence of obesity in the United States more than doubled from 15 percent to 34 percent among adults and more than tripled from 5 percent to 17 percent among children and adolescents from 1980 to 2008; Whereas an obese teenager is 70 percent more likely to become an obese adult; Whereas obesity is more common among non-Hispanic Black teenagers (29 percent) than Hispanic teenagers (17.5 percent) or non-Hispanic White teenagers (14.5 percent); Whereas 70 percent of American Indian and Alaska Native adults are overweight or obese; Whereas studies indicate that overweight youth may never achieve a healthy weight; Whereas a poor diet is associated with major health risks that can cause illness and even death; Whereas, in addition to healthy eating, people in the United States can experience positive health benefits and be on the path for a better future by incorporating physical activity into daily life, including 30 minutes for adults and 60 minutes for children; Whereas physical activity can help prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and stroke, control weight, reduce fat, condition the heart and lungs, improve sleep, decrease the potential of becoming depressed, increase energy and self-esteem, relieve stress, and increase the chances of living longer; and Whereas May 2020 would be an appropriate month to designate as Health and Fitness Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Health and Fitness Month ; and (2) supports efforts to educate the people of the United States on the importance of a healthy and nutritious lifestyle, especially during the period of the COVID–19 pandemic.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 954 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 8, 2020 RESOLUTION Electing a certain Member to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Member be, and is hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Oversight and Reform: Mr. Mfume (to rank immediately after Mr. Rouda). Committee on Small Business: Mr. Mfume (to rank immediately after Ms. Davids of Kansas).

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 956 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 8, 2020 Ms. Judy Chu of California (for herself, Ms. Meng , and Mr. Ted Lieu of California ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture RESOLUTION Recognizing the United Chinese Americans’ nationwide food drive and the contributions of Chinese Americans to the United States.

Whereas the Chinese-American community is inextricably tied to the history of the United States and augments the rich cultural diversity of our Nation; Whereas, on May 10, 1869, the Transcontinental Railroad was completed with significant contributions from nearly 12,000 Chinese immigrants who comprised more than 80 percent of the workforce of the Central Pacific Railroad Company; Whereas, on April 17, 1882, the House of Representatives passed a Chinese Exclusion bill, which was enacted into law, and which adversely affected Chinese persons in the United States by prohibiting Chinese workers from entering the United States for 10 years and prohibiting courts from naturalizing Chinese individuals until the legislation was repealed in 1943; Whereas, since January 2020, there has been a dramatic increase in reports of anti-Asian hate crimes and incidents related to the COVID–19 pandemic, with nearly 1,900 incidents reported in recent months; Whereas despite facing discrimination, Chinese Americans have continued to make significant contributions to the vibrant culture and economic growth of the United States across all major industries, including agriculture, food services, health, manufacturing, science, and other professional fields; Whereas Chinese-American first responders, scientists, researchers, health care providers, and other frontline workers are among the unsung heroes in the Nation’s fight against COVID–19; Whereas Chinese Americans have joined together to support local communities by donating personal protective equipment to hospitals and caregivers and supporting charitable organizations fighting against the COVID–19 pandemic in the United States; Whereas there are an estimated 50,000 Chinese-American restaurants in the United States, providing hundreds of thousands of American jobs in the food and beverage industry where employees are working to assist those suffering from food insecurity and to deliver meals to frontline workers; and Whereas, on May 10, 2020, the not-for-profit organization United Chinese Americans (UCA) will be partnering with the United States-China Restaurants Association and other Chinese-American organizations, as well as the Salvation Army and restaurants across the Nation, to launch a nationwide Food of Love Day to donate meals to people and institutions hit hardest by the COVID–19 pandemic: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the significance of the Chinese-American community as an integral component of the rich diversity and strength of the United States; (2) recognizes the United Chinese Americans’ nationwide Food of Love Day meal drive; and (3) honors the Chinese-American community for its community service and philanthropic efforts during the COVID–19 public health crisis.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 957 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 8, 2020 Mr. Engel (for himself, Mr. Upton , Mr. Cox of California , and Mr. King of New York ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month .

Whereas 5,500,000 children in the United States, 7.5 percent, currently have asthma; Whereas 24,800,000, or one in 13 people in the United States, have asthma and the numbers are increasing each year; Whereas, in 2018, on average, children missed more than 7,900,000 days of school and adults missed 10,900,000 days of work because of asthma; Whereas asthma is the second most common noncommunicable disease among children; Whereas 1,700,000 individuals per year visit emergency departments because of asthma’s effects; Whereas the total economic cost of asthma in the United States was $81,900,000,000 per year from 2008 to 2013; Whereas fewer than half of people with asthma report being given an asthma action plan, which is key to the prevention of asthma attacks; Whereas asthma is a manageable disease; Whereas those with moderate to severe asthma may be at a greater risk of developing serious complications as a result of COVID–19 during the current public health emergency; and Whereas May would be an appropriate month to designate as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month ; (2) encourages awareness of the prevalence of asthma and allergies, including heightened prevalence among women, minority, and urban demographics; (3) recognizes and salutes health care professionals who treat asthma and allergy-related health issues; (4) recognizes and salutes researchers working to identify asthma and allergy cures; (5) recognizes and reaffirms commitment to public education about asthma and allergy treatment and symptoms and to advancing care for both asthma and allergy conditions; and (6) supports investment in researching the prevention, treatment, and eradication of asthma.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 959 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 8, 2020 Mr. Graves of Missouri submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and Labor RESOLUTION Recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.

Whereas education and knowledge are the foundation of the current and future strength of the United States; Whereas teachers and other education staff have earned and deserve the respect of their students and communities for their selfless dedication to community service and the futures of the children of the United States; Whereas during these extraordinarily challenging times, teachers and other education staff have stepped up in new ways and new roles to support their communities and their students; Whereas the purposes of National Teacher Appreciation Week, celebrated from May 4, 2020, through May 8, 2020, are— (1) to raise public awareness of the unquantifiable contributions of teachers; and (2) to promote greater respect and understanding for the teaching profession; and Whereas students, schools, communities, and a number of organizations representing educators are recognizing the importance of teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) thanks the teachers of the United States; and (2) promotes the profession of teaching and the contributions of educators during this time of crisis by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 961 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 8, 2020 Mr. Murphy of North Carolina submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should work with the Government of the United Kingdom to prepare for a future free trade agreement between the United States and the United Kingdom.

Whereas, on March 5, 1946, Sir Winston Churchill delivered the Iron Curtain speech in Fulton, Missouri, solidifying the Special Relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom; Whereas, since the end of World War II, the United States and the United Kingdom have been beacons of freedom to the world, standing together in the fight against tyranny; Whereas the Special Relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom has enabled economic prosperity and security cooperation for both countries for more than 70 years; Whereas, on June 23, 2016, the people of the United Kingdom voted in support of a referendum to leave the European Union; Whereas the United Kingdom is an important trading partner with the United States, with $232,000,000,000 in goods traded between the two countries in 2017; Whereas, on October 16, 2018, the United States Trade Representative expressed the intention of the President to negotiate a free trade agreement between the two countries after the United Kingdom leaves the European Union; and Whereas the constitutional power of making treaties with foreign nations includes both the legislative and executive branches: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the United States should have a close and mutually beneficial trading and economic partnership with the United Kingdom without interruption; and (2) the President, with the support of Congress, should lay the groundwork for a future trade agreement between the United States and the United Kingdom.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 964 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 12, 2020 Mr. Correa (for himself, Mr. Cisneros , Mr. Castro of Texas , Ms. Moore , Mr. Gonzalez of Texas , Mr. Vargas , Mr. Case , Mr. Lowenthal , Ms. Jackson Lee , Mrs. Napolitano , Mr. Phillips , Mr. Costa , and Mrs. Dingell ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Establishing a whistleblower hotline for purposes of reporting waste, fraud, abuse, or mismanagement of taxpayer funds to the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis.

That in carrying out the duties prescribed under House Resolution 935 (agreed to on April 23, 2020), the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis shall, in consultation with the Office of the Whistleblower Ombudsman of the House of Representatives, establish a hotline for the purposes of individuals reporting (via telephone or other electronic communication) waste, fraud, abuse, or mismanagement of taxpayer funds appropriated to address the coronavirus crisis.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 968 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 14, 2020 Ms. Eshoo (for herself and Mr. Shimkus ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Recognizing the essential role of public safety telecommunicators in emergency response and the important work performed by public safety telecommunicators to protect the public and police, fire, and emergency medical officials during emergencies, such as the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID–19) pandemic.

Whereas public safety telecommunicators play a critical role in emergency response; Whereas the work performed by public safety telecommunicators goes far beyond merely relaying information between the public and first responders; Whereas, when responding to reports of missing, abducted, and sexually exploited children, the information obtained and actions taken by public safety telecommunicators form the foundation for an effective response; Whereas the first contact that a hostage taker or a suicidal person makes when that person calls 9–1–1 is with a public safety telecommunicator, whose negotiation skills can prevent the situation from getting worse; Whereas, during active shooter incidents, public safety telecommunicators coach callers through first aid and give advice to prevent further harm, all while collecting vital information to provide situational awareness for responding officers; Whereas the work of public safety telecommunicators comes with an extreme emotional and physical impact that is compounded by long hours and the around-the-clock nature of the job; Whereas public safety telecommunicators should be recognized by all levels of government for the lifesaving and protective nature of the work that public safety telecommunicators perform; and Whereas major emergencies, such as the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID–19) pandemic, highlight the dedication of public safety telecommunicators and the important work performed by public safety telecommunicators to protect the public and police, fire, and emergency medical officials: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) honors and recognizes the important and lifesaving contributions of public safety telecommunicators and other public safety communications professionals across the United States; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to remember the value of the work performed by public safety telecommunicators and other public safety communications professionals.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 969 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 15, 2020 Ms. Craig (for herself, Mr. Fitzpatrick , and Ms. Titus ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure RESOLUTION Recognizing National Public Works Week .

Whereas public works professionals focus on infrastructure, facilities, and services that are of vital importance to sustainable and resilient communities and to the public health, high quality of life, and well-being of the United States of America; Whereas such infrastructure, facilities, and services could not be provided without the dedicated efforts of public works professionals, who are engineers, managers, and employees of Federal, State, and local government and the private sector, and who are responsible for rebuilding, improving, and protecting our Nation’s transportation, water supply, water treatment and solid waste systems, public buildings, and other structures and facilities essential for our citizens; Whereas public works professionals have continued to provide these essential services during the ongoing COVID–19 pandemic, placing themselves at increased risk of infection; Whereas it is in the public interest for citizens, civic leaders, and children of the United States to gain knowledge of, and to maintain a progressive interest and understanding of, the importance of public works and public works programs in their respective communities; and Whereas the week of May 17 through May 23, 2020, marks the 60th annual National Public Works Week : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports National Public Works Week and encourages the people of the United States to pay tribute to our public works professionals, engineers, managers, and employees and to recognize the substantial contributions they make to protecting our national health, safety, and quality of life.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 973 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 22, 2020 Mrs. Dingell (for herself, Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Rush , Ms. Omar , Ms. Tlaib , Mr. Carson of Indiana , Ms. Jackson Lee , Mr. Pallone , Ms. Schakowsky , Ms. Judy Chu of California , and Mr. Pascrell ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Recognizing the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, commending a month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and extending best wishes to Muslims in the United States and across the globe for a joyous and meaningful observance of Eid al-Fitr.

Whereas Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for Muslims worldwide; Whereas this month of sacrifice and contemplation began on the evening of Thursday, April 23, 2020, based on the visual sightings of the crescent moon; Whereas Muslims in the United States and around the world observe Ramadan by fasting, emphasizing self-discipline, worship, charity, and reading the Holy Quran to improve patience, humility, and spirituality; Whereas Ramadan continued until the evening of Saturday, May 23, 2020, with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr; Whereas Eid al-Fitr begins each year with the sighting of the new moon, signifying a month-long end to fasting and reflection for all Muslim followers; Whereas it is estimated that there are approximately 1,800,000,000 Muslims worldwide; Whereas over 4,500 Muslims serve on active duty and over 2,300 Muslims serve as selected reserve personnel in the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the Muslim population has been growing in the United States and today’s American Muslim population is a tapestry of ethnic, racial, linguistic, social, and economic groups; Whereas American Muslims have contributed to every part of society to make advancements in medicine, science, engineering, economics, sports, education, and the law; and Whereas the observance of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan has concluded with Eid al-Fitr, a three-day celebration: Now, therefore, be it

That— (1) to demonstrate solidarity with and support for members of the community of Islam in the United States and throughout the world, the House of Representatives recognizes the importance of the Islamic faith; and (2) in observance of and out of respect for Ramadan tradition, the Muslim holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, the House of Representatives offers its best wishes to all Muslims celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the conclusion of Ramadan, while also expressing its deepest respect to Muslims in the United States and worldwide on this important occasion.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 976 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 22, 2020 Mr. Johnson of Ohio submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Authorizing and directing the Committee on the Judiciary to inquire whether the House of Representatives should impeach Emmet G. Sullivan, a judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia.

That the Committee on the Judiciary shall inquire whether the House of Representatives should impeach Emmet G. Sullivan, a judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. 2. The Committee on the Judiciary or any subcommittee or task force designated by the Committee may, in connection with the inquiry under this resolution, take affidavits and depositions by a member, counsel, or consultant of the Committee, pursuant to notice or subpoena. 3. There shall be paid out of the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives such sums as may be necessary to assist the Committee on the Judiciary in conducting the inquiry under this resolution, any of which may be used for the procurement of staff or consultant services. 4. (a) For the purpose of the inquiry under this resolution, the Committee on the Judiciary is authorized to require by subpoena or otherwise— (1) the attendance and testimony of any person (including at a taking of a deposition by a member, counsel, or consultant of the Committee); and (2) the production of such things, as it deems necessary to such inquiry. (b) The Chairman of the Committee on the Judiciary, after consultation with the Ranking Member, may exercise the authority of the Committee under subsection (a). (c) The Committee on the Judiciary may adopt a rule regulating the taking of depositions by a member, counsel, or consultant of the Committee.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 977 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 22, 2020 Ms. Kelly of Illinois submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of June 5, 2020, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day and June 2020 as National Gun Violence Awareness Month .

Whereas each year in the United States, more than— (1) 37,500 individuals are killed and 73,300 individuals are wounded by gunfire; (2) 13,300 individuals are killed in homicides involving firearms; (3) 22,900 individuals die by suicide using a firearm; and (4) 470 individuals are killed in unintentional shootings; Whereas, since 1968, more individuals have died from guns in the United States than have died on the battlefields of all the wars in the history of the United States; Whereas by 1 count, in 2019 in the United States, there were 417 mass shooting incidents in which not fewer than 4 people were killed or wounded by gunfire; Whereas, in 2019 in the United States, there were at least 130 incidents of gunfire on school grounds, resulting in 33 deaths and 77 injuries; Whereas every year in the United States, approximately 3,000 children and teens are killed by gun violence, and 13,000 children and teens are shot and wounded; Whereas approximately 7,600 people in the United States under the age of 25 die because of gun violence annually, including Hadiya Pendleton, who, in 2013, was killed at 15 years of age in Chicago, Illinois, while standing in a park; Whereas the deadly toll of daily gun violence has continued even during the COVID–19 pandemic; Whereas, on June 5, 2020, to recognize the 23d birthday of Hadiya Pendleton (born June 2, 1997), people across the United States will recognize National Gun Violence Awareness Day and wear orange in tribute to— (1) Hadiya Pendleton and other victims of gun violence; and (2) the loved ones of those victims; and Whereas June 2020 is an appropriate month to designate as National Gun Violence Awareness Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports— (A) the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Month and the goals and ideals of that month; and (B) the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Day in remembrance of the victims of gun violence; and (2) calls on the people of the United States to— (A) promote greater awareness of gun violence and gun safety; (B) wear orange, the color that hunters wear to show that they are not targets, on National Gun Violence Awareness Day ; (C) concentrate heightened attention on gun violence during the summer months, when gun violence typically increases; and (D) bring community members and leaders together to discuss ways to make communities safer.
I 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 981 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 27, 2020 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 6172) to amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to prohibit the production of certain business records, 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. 6172) to amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to prohibit the production of certain business records, and for other purposes, with the Senate amendments thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a single motion offered by the chair of the Committee on the Judiciary or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendments. The Senate amendments and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for one hour equally divided among and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary and the chair and ranking minority member of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question. 2. Any motion pursuant to clause 4 of rule XXII relating to H.R. 6172 may be offered only by the Majority Leader or his designee. 3. Notwithstanding the order of the House of May 22, 2020, if a veto message is laid before the House on House Joint Resolution 76, then after the message is read and the objections of the President are spread at large upon the Journal, further consideration of the veto message and the joint resolution shall be postponed until the legislative day of Wednesday, July 1, 2020; and on that legislative day, the House shall proceed to the constitutional question of reconsideration and dispose of such question without intervening motion.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 80 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 981 [Report No. 116–426] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 27, 2020 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 amendments to the bill (H.R. 6172) to amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to prohibit the production of certain business records, 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. 6172) to amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to prohibit the production of certain business records, and for other purposes, with the Senate amendments thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a single motion offered by the chair of the Committee on the Judiciary or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendments. The Senate amendments and the motion shall be considered as read. The motion shall be debatable for one hour equally divided among and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary and the chair and ranking minority member of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question. 2. Any motion pursuant to clause 4 of rule XXII relating to H.R. 6172 may be offered only by the Majority Leader or his designee. 3. Notwithstanding the order of the House of May 22, 2020, if a veto message is laid before the House on House Joint Resolution 76, then after the message is read and the objections of the President are spread at large upon the Journal, further consideration of the veto message and the joint resolution shall be postponed until the legislative day of Wednesday, July 1, 2020; and on that legislative day, the House shall proceed to the constitutional question of reconsideration and dispose of such question without intervening motion.

May 27, 2020 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 982 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 28, 2020 Ms. Brownley of California (for herself, Ms. Matsui , Mr. Khanna , Mr. Rose of New York , and Mr. Cicilline ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Designating May 28, 2020, as the first annual National Food Allergy Prevention Awareness Day to raise awareness and encourage the prevention of severe food allergies among children.

Whereas 32 million Americans live with food allergies, including many that are life-threatening, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the prevalence of food allergies in children increased by 50 percent between 1997 and 2011; Whereas food allergies have an enormous impact on quality of life for the 1 in 13 children who develops a severe food allergy, and one-third of children over the age of 5 with allergies are bullied for their allergy; Whereas there is an annual cost to families in the United States of nearly $25 billion per year, not including the impact to quality of life; Whereas many children who develop a food allergy do not have a family history of food allergies, and therefore the family is much less aware of the life-changing consequences of developing a food allergy and the need for food allergy prevention; Whereas research has shown that early introduction has shown promise in reducing the impact of food allergies in studies where parents feed peanuts and eggs, allergenic foods, to their babies as early as 4 to 6 months of age; and Whereas medical guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases recommend early peanut introduction with different approaches depending on the child’s risk category of developing an allergy: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of the first annual National Food Allergy Prevention Awareness Day ; (2) recognizes— (A) the National Institutes of Health and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases for funding the initial food allergy prevention research through the Learning Early About Peanut Allergy (LEAP) trial; and (B) the advocacy community for its work to educate parents about food allergy prevention; (3) encourages health care providers, the public health community, businesses, individuals, and Federal, State, and local governments, to work together to raise awareness of food allergy prevention to reduce the number of individuals in the United States who have severe food allergies; and (4) encourages State and Federal health agencies to further expand research in food allergy prevention and into how we can dramatically reduce food allergies in the United States.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 984 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 28, 2020 Mr. Lamborn (for himself, Mr. Collins of Georgia , Mr. Biggs , and Mr. Banks ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Condemning Twitter’s partisan censorship of President Donald J. Trump.

Whereas the United States is founded upon the free exchange of ideas and the ability of all Americans to speak freely; Whereas there have been instances of apparent leftwing bias in Twitter and other California technology companies; Whereas there has been a demonstrated effort by Twitter to obstruct and interfere with President Trump’s ability to get his message through to the American people; Whereas Twitter has followed the lead of some in the biased news media and deemed themselves fact checkers as a smokescreen to lend its political tactics some false credibility; Whereas Twitter had previously agreed to provide a public social media platform free of censorship, but has not upheld its commitment; Whereas a Twitter staffer deactivated the Twitter account of the President of the United States in 2017 without a legitimate reason; Whereas a politically motivated Twitter staffer erroneously claimed that tweets from the President of the United States on May 27, 2020, contained misleading information; Whereas Twitter has improperly applied its new civic integrity policy , which protects the free speech of its users; Whereas Twitter’s new civic integrity policy standard has not been applied consistently across the Twitter platform; Whereas Twitter has continued its historic lack of transparency in its implementation of the civic integrity policy; Whereas the leader of Facebook, another large social media platform, publicly noted that privately owned social media platforms should not act as arbiter[s] of truth ; Whereas, unimpeded by censorship, the President’s political challengers continue to use Twitter to promote their political platform and encourage voter participation while Twitter singles out the President’s account; Whereas the President has more than 80 million Twitter followers; and Whereas the President uses his Twitter account to communicate with the American public and bypass the often biased and discriminating reporting of the many in the news media: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) unequivocally condemns Twitter’s biased and unwarranted censorship of the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump; (2) strongly disapproves of Twitter’s partisan and politically motivated content moderation; and (3) demands that Twitter end its discriminatory practices and consistently protect the First Amendment rights of all Americans, including the President of the United States.
IV 116th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 991 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 4, 2020 Mr. Fitzpatrick (for himself, Ms. Johnson of Texas , Mr. Joyce of Pennsylvania , and Ms. Underwood ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of March 1 as National Healthcare Professional Appreciation Day in commemoration of the day the first American healthcare professional became infected with COVID-19 while caring for a patient.

Whereas healthcare professionals have put saving and caring for others above their own personal health and safety; Whereas healthcare professionals have gone above and beyond their call of duty to help stem the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (in this resolution referred to as COVID-19 ) through treating and testing millions of Americans and by performing vaccine research; Whereas healthcare professionals have saved thousands of lives during the COVID-19 pandemic with their selfless care; Whereas through these unprecedented times healthcare professionals have continued to treat and comfort those most affected by COVID-19 even when those professionals have not had access to adequate personal protective equipment; Whereas over 10,000 healthcare professionals have tested positive for COVID-19; Whereas brave healthcare professionals have left their families daily to tend to those in need, and some have not seen their loved ones for extended periods of time; Whereas many healthcare professionals have been working around the clock, seven days a week; Whereas hundreds of healthcare professionals have lost their lives to COVID-19; and Whereas February 29, 2020, a leap day, was the date on which the first healthcare professional was infected with COVID-19: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Healthcare Professional Appreciation Day ; and (2) acknowledges the heroism and sacrifice of healthcare professionals in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic.