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IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1335 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 9, 2022 Ms. Jacobs of California (for herself, Ms. Wild , Mr. Raskin , Mr. Grijalva , and Mr. Johnson of Georgia ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Urging the Government of Brazil to ensure that the October 2022 elections are conducted in a free, fair, credible, transparent, and peaceful manner that enables all citizens of Brazil to exercise the right to vote.

Whereas, in 1822, the United States was the first country to recognize Brazil as an independent country; Whereas Brazil, as the fifth-largest country in the world, has the fourth-largest democracy and the seventh-largest economy; Whereas the protection of the Brazilian Amazon is of importance to Brazil, the United States, and like-minded nations around the world; Whereas actions or comments that seek to question or undermine Brazil’s democratic and electoral institutions must be resolutely rejected by the United States and Brazil; Whereas the United States and Brazil are 2 of the largest democracies and economies in the Western Hemisphere; and Whereas the United States and Brazil have a partnership that is rooted in a shared commitment to democracy and prosperity and the promotion of international peace, security, and respect for human rights: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) urges the Government of Brazil to ensure that the October 2022 elections are conducted in a free, fair, credible, transparent, and peaceful manner that enables all citizens of Brazil to exercise the right to vote; and (2) calls for the United States Government— (A) to continue to speak out against efforts to undermine the electoral process in Brazil and to hold the Government of Brazil accountable for respecting the rights of the citizens of Brazil in accordance with international obligations and the Constitution of the Federative Republic of Brazil; and (B) to immediately recognize the outcome of the election in Brazil, if such election is determined by international observers and organizations to have been free and fair, and to clarify that the United States— (i) will review and reconsider its relationship with any government that comes to power in Brazil through undemocratic means, including a military coup; and (ii) will ensure United States security assistance and other forms of bilateral United States assistance to Brazil remains compliant with relevant United States statutes related to the peaceful and democratic transition of power, including longstanding restrictions on the provision of security assistance in the event of a military coup, and that United States assistance further remains consistent with the Brazilian Government’s and peoples’ historic commitment to prioritizing principles of democracy and human rights.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1337 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 9, 2022 Ms. Plaskett submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure RESOLUTION Lauding Virgin Islanders for their perseverance, grit, and tenacity through major disasters attributable to Hurricanes Irma and Maria and Members of Congress for their support in accruing funding to support the Virgin Islands of the United States through these disasters.

Whereas Hurricanes Irma and Maria, both Category 5 storms with wind gusts of up to 178 miles per hour at their centers, impacted the Virgin Islands of the United States within two weeks of each other on September 6 and September 20, 2017, and caused significant destruction to roofs, structures, foliage, and aerial power and phone lines leading to territorywide communications and power blackouts; Whereas the sweeping destruction to homes and public facilities including hospitals, schools, fire stations, utilities, and ports on St. Thomas, St. Croix, and St. John effectively stranded the entire population for weeks, leading to Virgin Islanders running boats between the islands of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico to assist with transportation of people and goods; Whereas Virgin Islanders became heroes delivering food and medical supplies while also leading cleanup initiatives, and remained strong in the face of the daunting task of rebuilding their lives; Whereas Members of Congress, including leadership and committee chairs, came in large numbers to the Virgin Islands to provide insight and support to the local government and people of the territory; Whereas the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act ( the Stafford Act ) provides disaster assistance to States, Tribes, local governments, and certain private nonprofit organizations, and also declares a State to include the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands; and Whereas Members of Congress have shown enormous support and willingness to ensure that the people of the Virgin Islands receive the necessary funding provided through Acts of Congress and support through the Stafford Act to facilitate and expand the scope of recovery: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) lauds Virgin Islanders for their perseverance, grit, and tenacity through major disasters attributable to Hurricanes Irma and Maria upon the 5-year anniversary of these disasters, and Members of Congress for their support in accruing funding to support the Virgin Islands through these disasters; (2) has heard with gratitude of the acts of pride and care exhibited by the people of the Virgin Islands during these disasters and throughout the ongoing recovery from these disasters; and (3) affirms its commitment to support the people of the Virgin Islands as they continue to strive for a full and resilient recovery from these disasters.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1340 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 13, 2022 RESOLUTION Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Agriculture: Mr. Finstad. Committee on Education and Labor: Mr. Finstad and Mr. Sempolinski. Committee on the Budget: Mr. Sempolinski.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1341 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 13, 2022 RESOLUTION

That the House of Representatives of the United States of America has learned with profound sorrow of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and sympathizes with her people in the loss of their beloved sovereign. That the President of the United States be requested to communicate this expression of sentiment of the House of Representatives to the Government of the United Kingdom. That when the House adjourns today, it adjourn as a further mark of respect to the memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1343 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 13, 2022 Mr. Burgess submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Secretary of Homeland Security to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to unaccompanied alien children.

That the President is requested, and the Secretary of Health and Human Services and Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security are directed, to transmit, respectively, to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of all documents, memoranda, advisory legal opinions, notes from meetings, audio recordings, records (including telephone and electronic mail records), correspondence, and other communications, or any portion of any such communications, to the extent that any such one or more items are within the possession of the President or the Secretaries, respectively, and refer to the following: (1) The health and welfare of unaccompanied alien children, including the status of COVID–19 infections, treatment, and outcomes, in the care or custody of Customs and Border Protection and the Office of Refugee Resettlement. (2) Any current policy, procedure, guidance, or directive regarding the placement of unaccompanied alien children in the care or custody of the Office of Refugee Resettlement with a sponsor, including any policy that has changed since January 20, 2021, in order to expedite the placement of such children with a sponsor. (3) The number of unaccompanied alien children placed by the Office of Refugee Resettlement with sponsors that did not undergo a background check, public records check, sex offender registry check, or fingerprint check. (4) All information, including Significant Incident Reports, regarding allegations of abuse and neglect of unaccompanied alien children in Customs and Border Protection or Office of Refugee Resettlement facilities beginning in November, 2020. (5) The number of unaccompanied alien children who were in the care of the Office of Refugee Resettlement and were not placed with a potential sponsor pursuant to section V of the memorandum of agreement entitled Memorandum of Agreement Among The Office of Refugee Resettlement of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Regarding Consultation and Information Sharing in Unaccompanied Alien Children Matters , entered into on April 13, 2018. (6) All Office of Refugee Resettlement current policies and procedures, guidance, and directives regarding the hiring and training of staff, contractors, or volunteers. (7) All information regarding how the Office of Refugee Resettlement protects unaccompanied alien children from smugglers, traffickers, or others who might seek to victimize or otherwise engage a child in criminal, harmful, or exploitative activity.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1344 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 13, 2022 Mr. Estes submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and Labor RESOLUTION Supporting the idea of celebrating the 50th year of the Walnut Valley Festival.

Whereas Bob and Kendra Redford founded the Walnut Valley Festival in the Fourth District of Kansas back in 1972; Whereas Bob Redford served more than 40 years as its president until his passing in December 2016; Whereas Bob and Kendra Redford’s son Bart is the Executive Director of the Walnut Valley Festival; Whereas Bob and Kendra Redford’s dedication to live music resulted in this legendary event, which is one of the longest running music festivals in United States history, and for 50 years, pickers and music lovers have journeyed to this special place on the Kansas plains to celebrate life with music; Whereas Bob and Kendra Redford have given so much to the community in Cowley County, Kansas, and dedicated years of service to leading and promoting this iconic festival that has become known as Pickers Paradise; Whereas the Walnut Valley Festival is home to the National Flat Pick Championships, the International Finger Style Championships, and the International Autoharp, National Mandolin, National Mountain Dulcimer, National Hammered Dulcimer, National Bluegrass Banjo, and Walnut Valley Old Time Fiddle Championships; Whereas Bob Redford’s legacy lives in the community of musicians and music lovers from around the world, who will gather the third weekend in September in the pecan grove along the Walnut River in Winfield, Kansas, for the 50th Annual Walnut Valley Festival, where thousands return year after year to experience outstanding live music in the grandstands, performed by world famous musicians, along with legendary campground jams; and Whereas the Walnut Valley Festival has long prided itself on being educational as well as enjoyable, but most of all, the Festival is a homecoming not just because of the music and community, but coming home to a place in the soul and the heart with a spirit of celebration: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the idea of celebrating the 50th year of the Walnut Valley Festival.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1345 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 13, 2022 Mr. Lowenthal submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of September 13, 2022, as Intermodal Day .

Whereas the intermodal industry is a vital part of the United States economy, generating more than $51,000,000,000 of revenue in North America annually and moving over 52,000,000 domestic and international containers on its network; Whereas intermodal provides a more sustainable cargo transportation option by decreasing CO2 emissions by 25,000,000 tons, highway maintenance costs by $1,700,000,000, and delivering $4,400,000,000 in annual savings to shippers; Whereas the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) represents a roster of over 1,000 corporate members including railroads, ocean carriers, ports, intermodal truckers and over-the-road highway carriers, intermodal marketing and logistics companies, and suppliers to the industry, providing IANA a unique position within the freight community, which is authoritative, holistic, and able to effect change that benefits everyone; and Whereas IANA is hosting the largest gathering of the intermodal freight supply chain at the Intermodal EXPO in Long Beach, California, September 12 through 14, 2022, supporting the shared needs, interests, and goals of its diverse members with business solutions, education, and networking opportunities: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of Intermodal Day to celebrate the intermodal industry’s vital contribution to the movement of freight and to a vibrant United States economy.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1347 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 14, 2022 RESOLUTION Electing certain Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Appropriations: Mr. Morelle. Committee on Armed Services: Mr. Ryan of New York, to rank immediately after Ms. Strickland. Committee on Natural Resources: Mrs. Peltola, to rank immediately after Ms. Stansbury.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1348 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 14, 2022 Mr. Blumenauer (for himself and Mr. Griffith ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of September 15, 2022, as National Brain Health Day .

Whereas 1 in 6 people is affected by brain disease, including stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, migraine, epilepsy, autism, multiple sclerosis, brain injury, cerebral palsy, neurogenetic diseases, and other diseases of the brain and central nervous system; Whereas long COVID has cognitive impacts; Whereas the cost of neurologic disease in the United States exceeds $600,000,000,000 a year; Whereas there is an urgent need to foster brain health awareness to improve citizens’ understanding of brain disease and the importance of maintaining a healthy brain and supporting research to find cures; Whereas developing brain health awareness initiatives enables the public to become better educated on their health; Whereas action is needed to advance the newly evolving field of preventive neurology that identifies individuals at high risk for neurologic disease and presents an evidence-based approach to maintaining optimal brain health; Whereas brain health is crucial to optimal functioning and well-being of every individual at every stage of their life and is key to individual and societal advancement; Whereas observing National Brain Health Day will encourage the promotion and development of effective programs pertinent to improving the public’s understanding of brain health; and Whereas, on September 15, 2022, the American Academy of Neurology will convene brain health professionals and advocates nationwide to unite in awareness, outreach, and advocacy activities, making it an appropriate day to recognize as National Brain Health Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the designation of National Brain Health Day ; (2) encourages increased public awareness of brain health; and (3) supports efforts to study and develop better treatments to improve brain health.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1352 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 14, 2022 Mr. Welch (for himself, Mr. Curtis , Ms. Matsui , and Mr. Johnson of Ohio ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of Telehealth Awareness Week .

Whereas telehealth allows a health care practitioner to furnish health care services to a patient or a practitioner at a different physical location than the health care practitioner; Whereas telehealth has played a significant role in supporting access to quality health care services for millions of patients during the COVID–19 public health emergency and will continue to be essential beyond the end of the public health emergency; Whereas more than 2 in 5 Medicare beneficiaries used telehealth during the first year of the COVID–19 pandemic; Whereas following the unprecedented use of telehealth and virtual care services in response to the public health emergency, telehealth now represents a significant percent of care delivery, confirming the need to balance in-person and virtual care in the health care system; Whereas while Medicare beneficiaries have doubled their use of telehealth compared to prepandemic levels, overall utilization of health care services remains relatively stable; Whereas telehealth and virtual care services continue to provide patients and families with safe, appropriate, and high-quality care where and when they need it, and 91 percent of Medicare beneficiaries are satisfied with their telehealth experiences; Whereas telehealth allows health care providers to securely connect with patients wherever they are when an in-person interaction is not clinically necessary or available and expands access to health care services for patients in need of primary and specialty care, enabling the health care system to do more good for more people; Whereas telehealth is a bipartisan issue and Members of Congress from both sides of the political aisle and both sides of Capitol Hill are dedicated to ensuring patients continue to have the choice to access telehealth once the COVID–19 public health emergency ends; Whereas the United States must help improve broader access to telehealth services for all individuals, including members of rural and underserved communities; and Whereas Telehealth Awareness Week unites the efforts of patients, caregivers, health care providers, policymakers, and other stakeholders to advance the role of telehealth in health care: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of Telehealth Awareness Week .
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1354 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 15, 2022 Mr. Cleaver (for himself and Mr. Graves of Missouri ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Recognizing the life and memory of Officer Blaize Madrid-Evans.

Whereas Officer Blaize Alyxander Madrid-Evans of the Independence Police Department was killed one year ago, on September 15, 2021, while responding to a call; Whereas Officer Madrid-Evans was born on June 2, 1999, in North Kansas City, Missouri, and grew up in Kansas City, Missouri, until his senior year of high school, when his family moved to Smithville; Whereas Officer Madrid-Evans graduated from Smithville High School in 2018 and then began working for the American Medical Response as an emergency responder, where he remained for nearly two years; Whereas, in July 2021, Officer Madrid-Evans graduated from the police academy and started his tour with the Independence Police Department, which, sadly, would last only two months; Whereas Officer Madrid-Evans was awarded the highest form of recognition from the Independence Police Department, the Medal of Valor, on March 25, 2022, which is a profound honor given only to officers who display extraordinary acts of heroism and courage that go above and beyond the call of duty; Whereas Officer Madrid-Evans was added to the Smithville Education Foundation’s Wall of Fame in February 2022; and Whereas Officer Madrid-Evans was an organ donor, and after his passing, completed a final act of service by saving the lives of others, as of September 15, 2022, has saved 7 people’s lives, and enhanced 37 people’s lives by donating all of his organs, including a kidney going to a fellow police officer in Springfield, Missouri, who was critically injured in the line of duty, and the Midwest Transplant Team estimates he will affect up to 75 lives: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) honors the life and memory of Officer Blaize Madrid-Evans who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty; (2) expresses condolences to Officer Madrid-Evans’ family, who ardently keep the memory of his distinguished service and boundless bravery alive; and (3) recognizes the far-reaching impact of Officer Madrid-Evans’ organ donation and his everlasting legacy.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1355 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 15, 2022 Mr. Gosar submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to ivermectin.

That the President is requested, and the Secretary of Health and Human Services is directed, to transmit, respectively, to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of adoption of this resolution, copies of any document, record, memorandum, correspondence, or other recorded communication that refers or relates to ivermectin, to the extent that any such one or more items are within the possession of the President or the Department of Health and Human Services, respectively.
IV House Calendar No. 135 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1355 [Report No. 117–529] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 15, 2022 Mr. Gosar submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce September 29, 2022 Reported adversely from the Committee on Energy and Commerce , referred to the House Calendar, and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to ivermectin.

That the President is requested, and the Secretary of Health and Human Services is directed, to transmit, respectively, to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of adoption of this resolution, copies of any document, record, memorandum, correspondence, or other recorded communication that refers or relates to ivermectin, to the extent that any such one or more items are within the possession of the President or the Department of Health and Human Services, respectively.

September 29, 2022 Reported adversely from the Committee on Energy and Commerce , referred to the House Calendar, and ordered to be printed
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1356 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 15, 2022 Mr. Gosar submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Attorney General to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to Ray Epps.

That the President is requested, and the Attorney General are directed, to transmit, respectively, to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of all documents, memoranda, advisory legal opinions, notes from meetings, audio recordings, records (including telephone and electronic mail records), correspondence, and other communications, or any portion of any such communications, to the extent that any such one or more items are within the possession of the President or the Attorney General, respectively, and refer to Ray Epps.
IV House Calendar No. 147 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1356 [Report No. 117–544] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 15, 2022 Mr. Gosar submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary October 14, 2022 Additional sponsor: Mr. Gohmert October 14, 2022 Reported adversely with an amendment, referred to the House Calendar, and ordered to be printed Strike out all after the resolving clause and insert the part printed in italic RESOLUTION Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Attorney General to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to Ray Epps.

That President Joseph R. Biden is requested, and Attorney General Merrick B. Garland are directed, to transmit, respectively, to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of all documents, memoranda, advisory legal opinions, notes from meetings, audio recordings, records (including telephone and electronic mail records), correspondence, and other communications, or any portion of any such communications, to the extent that any such one or more items are within the possession of President Joseph R. Biden or Attorney General Merrick B. Garland, respectively, and refer to Ray Epps.

October 14, 2022 Reported adversely with an amendment, referred to the House Calendar, and ordered to be printed
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1357 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 15, 2022 Ms. Johnson of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of the week of September 18, 2022, through September 24, 2022, as Balance Awareness Week .

Whereas vestibular disorders, which affect the inner and ear balance, are underdiagnosed and undertreated; Whereas, as many as 35 percent of adults 40 years of age or older in the United States, or approximately 69,000,000 people, have experienced some form of vestibular dysfunction; Whereas 80 percent of people 65 years of age or older have experienced dizziness; Whereas dizziness is one of the most common symptoms in patients 25 years and older; Whereas dizziness accounts for 2.6 percent of all primary care visits and nearly 2.5 percent of emergency department visits; Whereas vestibular disorder patients may consult four or more physicians and spend 50 months or more in the search for a diagnosis; Whereas the Vestibular Disorders Association celebrates Balance Awareness Week to reduce the time it takes to diagnose a vestibular disorder by helping patients recognize their symptoms and encouraging them to seek help from a qualified vestibular specialist; and Whereas the week of September 18, 2022, through September 24, 2022, would be an appropriate week to designate as Balance Awareness Week : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Balance Awareness Week ; and (2) recognizes the importance of raising public awareness about vestibular disorders.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1361 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 20, 2022 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1098) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to authorize borrowers to separate joint consolidation loans; and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (S. 1098) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to authorize borrowers to separate joint consolidation loans. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Education and Labor or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to commit. 2. (a) At any time through the legislative day of Thursday, September 22, 2022, the Speaker may entertain motions offered by the Majority Leader or a designee that the House suspend the rules as though under clause 1 of rule XV with respect to multiple measures described in subsection (b), and the Chair shall put the question on any such motion without debate or intervening motion. (b) A measure referred to in subsection (a) includes any measure that was the object of a motion to suspend the rules on the legislative day of September 19, 2022, September 20, 2022, September 21, 2022, or September 22, 2022, in the form as so offered, on which the yeas and nays were ordered and further proceedings postponed pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX. (c) Upon the offering of a motion pursuant to subsection (a) concerning multiple measures, the ordering of the yeas and nays on postponed motions to suspend the rules with respect to such measures is vacated to the end that all such motions are considered as withdrawn.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 100 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1361 [Report No. 117–478] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 19, 2022 Mr. Perlmutter , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1098) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to authorize borrowers to separate joint consolidation loans; and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (S. 1098) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to authorize borrowers to separate joint consolidation loans. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Education and Labor or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to commit. 2. (a) At any time through the legislative day of Thursday, September 22, 2022, the Speaker may entertain motions offered by the Majority Leader or a designee that the House suspend the rules as though under clause 1 of rule XV with respect to multiple measures described in subsection (b), and the Chair shall put the question on any such motion without debate or intervening motion. (b) A measure referred to in subsection (a) includes any measure that was the object of a motion to suspend the rules on the legislative day of September 19, 2022, September 20, 2022, September 21, 2022, or September 22, 2022, in the form as so offered, on which the yeas and nays were ordered and further proceedings postponed pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX. (c) Upon the offering of a motion pursuant to subsection (a) concerning multiple measures, the ordering of the yeas and nays on postponed motions to suspend the rules with respect to such measures is vacated to the end that all such motions are considered as withdrawn.

September 19, 2022 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1363 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 19, 2022 Ms. Adams (for herself, Mrs. Hinson , Mrs. Axne , Ms. Castor of Florida , Mr. Cohen , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Ms. Herrera Beutler , Mrs. Miller-Meeks , Ms. Roybal-Allard , and Mr. Tonko ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of September 19, 2022, as National Stillbirth Prevention Day , recognizing tens of thousands of American families that have endured a stillbirth, and seizing the opportunity to keep other families from experiencing the same tragedy.

Whereas, 23,000 pregnancies in the United States end in stillbirth each year, and the COVID–19 pandemic has exacerbated the crisis; Whereas racial disparities persist in birth outcomes, with Black, Hispanic, and Indigenous families at the greatest risk of losing a baby to stillbirth; Whereas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the annual number of stillbirths far exceeds the number of deaths among children under 15 years of age due to sudden infant death syndrome, car accidents, drowning, guns, fire, poison, and flu combined; Whereas, in the last 2 decades, the stillbirth rate in the United States declined by a negligible 0.4 percent, and in a report published by the World Health Organization comparing progress in improving stillbirth rates, the United States ranked 183 out of 195 countries; Whereas stillbirths are devastating and have a profound and lifelong impact on the families who endure them; Whereas stillbirth is linked to an increased risk of maternal mortality; Whereas, with increased awareness and better data collection, the United States will be able to better understand why stillbirths in the United States are happening at an alarming rate and identify what can be done to combat this crisis; Whereas proven stillbirth prevention efforts have the power to save a minimum of 7,500 babies every year from preventable stillbirth in the United States, and innovations in stillbirth prevention could save thousands of additional families in the United States from the heartache of losing a baby each year; Whereas recognizing National Stillbirth Prevention Day is an opportunity to increase awareness, support evidence-based prevention efforts, promote research, encourage improved data collection and greater understanding, and provide community to those who have experienced stillbirth; and Whereas National Stillbirth Prevention Day calls on the President and all other Federal officials to use their authorities to reduce stillbirths in the United States by at least 33 percent and ensure every expectant family is educated on how to reduce the risk of losing a baby to stillbirth: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Stillbirth Prevention Day ; (2) understands the importance of advancing evidence-based prevention efforts; and (3) requests that the President issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe National Stillbirth Prevention Day with appropriate awareness programs and activities.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1366 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 19, 2022 Mr. Costa (for himself, Mr. Larson of Connecticut , and Mr. Fitzpatrick ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of October 8, 2022, as National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day .

Whereas hydrogen, which has an atomic mass of 1.008, is the most abundant element in the universe; Whereas the United States is a world leader in the development and deployment of fuel cell and hydrogen technologies; Whereas hydrogen fuel cells played an instrumental role in the United States space program, helping the United States achieve the mission of landing a man on the Moon; Whereas private industry, Federal and State governments, national laboratories, and institutions of higher education continue to improve fuel cell and hydrogen technologies to address the most pressing energy, environmental, and economic issues of the United States; Whereas fuel cells utilizing hydrogen and hydrogen-rich fuels to generate electricity are clean, efficient, safe, and resilient technologies being used for— (1) stationary and backup power generation; and (2) zero-emission transportation for light-duty vehicles, industrial vehicles, delivery vans, buses, trucks, trains, military vehicles, marine applications, and aerial vehicles; Whereas stationary fuel cells are being placed in service for continuous and backup power to provide businesses and other energy consumers with reliable power in the event of grid outages; Whereas stationary fuel cells can help reduce water use, as compared to traditional power generation technologies; Whereas fuel cell electric vehicles that utilize hydrogen can completely replicate the experience of internal combustion vehicles, including comparable range and refueling times; Whereas hydrogen fuel cell industrial vehicles are deployed at logistical hubs and warehouses across the United States and exported to facilities in Europe and Asia; Whereas hydrogen is a nontoxic gas that can be derived from a variety of domestically available traditional and renewable resources, including solar, wind, biogas, and the abundant supply of natural gas in the United States; Whereas hydrogen and fuel cells can store energy to help enhance the grid and maximize opportunities to deploy renewable energy; Whereas the United States produces and uses approximately 10,000,000 metric tons of hydrogen per year; Whereas engineers and safety code and standard professionals have developed consensus-based protocols for safe delivery, handling, and use of hydrogen; and Whereas the ingenuity of the people of the United States is essential to paving the way for the future use of hydrogen technologies: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives expresses support for the designation of National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day .
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1367 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 19, 2022 Mr. Rodney Davis of Illinois submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Providing for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 82) to amend title II of the Social Security Act to repeal the Government pension offset and windfall elimination provisions.

That immediately upon adoption of this resolution, the House shall proceed to the consideration in the House of the bill (H.R. 82) to amend title II of the Social Security Act to repeal the Government pension offset and windfall elimination provisions. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. An amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of H.R. 82, as introduced, shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means or their respective designees. 2. Clause 1(c) of rule XIX shall not apply to the consideration of H.R. 82.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1368 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 19, 2022 Mr. Estes submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and Labor RESOLUTION Supporting the idea of celebrating the 50th year of the Walnut Valley Festival.

Whereas Bob and Kendra Redford, Stuart Mossman, and Joe Muret founded the Walnut Valley Festival in the Fourth District of Kansas back in 1972; Whereas Bob Redford served more than 40 years as its president until his passing in December 2016; Whereas Bob and Kendra Redford’s son Bart is the Executive Director of the Walnut Valley Festival; Whereas Bob and Kendra Redford, Stuart Mossman and Joe Muret’s dedication to live music resulted in this legendary event, which is one of the longest running music festivals in United States history, and for 50 years, pickers and music lovers have journeyed to this special place on the Kansas plains to celebrate life with music; Whereas Bob and Kendra Redford have given so much to the community in Cowley County, Kansas, and dedicated years of service to leading and promoting this iconic festival that has become known as Pickers Paradise; Whereas the Walnut Valley Festival is home to the National Flat Pick Championships, the International Finger Style Championships, and the International Autoharp, National Mandolin, National Mountain Dulcimer, National Hammered Dulcimer, National Bluegrass Banjo, and Walnut Valley Old Time Fiddle Championships; Whereas Bob Redford’s legacy lives in the community of musicians and music lovers from around the world, who will gather the third weekend in September in the pecan grove along the Walnut River in Winfield, Kansas, for the 50th Annual Walnut Valley Festival, where thousands return year after year to experience outstanding live music in the grandstands, performed by world famous musicians, along with legendary campground jams; and Whereas the Walnut Valley Festival has long prided itself on being educational as well as enjoyable, but most of all, the Festival is a homecoming not just because of the music and community, but coming home to a place in the soul and the heart with a spirit of celebration: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the idea of celebrating the 50th year of the Walnut Valley Festival.
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1371 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 19, 2022 Ms. Wilson of Florida (for herself, Mr. Payne , Mr. Crawford , and Mr. Stauber ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 19 through September 25, 2022, as Rail Safety Week in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of Rail Safety Week to reduce rail-related incidents, fatalities, and injuries.

Whereas the first Rail Safety Week was held from September 24 through September 30, 2017, by the national education safety nonprofit Operation Lifesaver, the Department of Transportation, and other organizations; Whereas Rail Safety Week was launched to raise awareness about the need for increased education on how to be safe around highway-rail grade crossings and railroad tracks and to highlight efforts to further reduce incidents, injuries, and fatalities; Whereas highway-rail grade crossing and trespassing incidents constituted approximately 95 percent of all rail-related fatalities during 2021; Whereas, since 2005— (1) the number of public highway-rail grade crossings has decreased by 13 percent; and (2) the number of gates at such crossings has increased by 39 percent; Whereas, in 2021, 48 percent of all highway-rail grade crossing incidents and 68 percent of all fatal highway-rail grade crossing incidents occurred at gated highway-rail grade crossings; Whereas preliminary Federal statistics indicate that 2,145 highway-grade crossing incidents occurred in the United States in 2021, resulting in 235 deaths and another 669 individuals injured; Whereas many incidents between trains and motor vehicles or pedestrians could have been prevented by increased education, engineering, and enforcement; Whereas Operation Lifesaver, the foremost public information and education program on rail safety, administers a public education program about grade-crossing safety and trespassing prevention; Whereas, during Rail Safety Week, from September 19 through 25, and throughout the year, everyone is encouraged to take added caution as motorists or pedestrians approach tracks or trains; Whereas the United States, Canada, and Mexico will concurrently observe Rail Safety Week; and Whereas this important observance should lead to greater safety awareness and a reduction in highway-rail grade crossing incidents and other railroad incidents: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Rail Safety Week ; (2) expresses strong support for— (A) the goals and ideals of Rail Safety Week; and (B) efforts to reduce rail-related incidents, fatalities, and injuries; and (3) encourages the people of the United States— (A) to participate in Rail Safety Week events and activities; and (B) to educate themselves and others on how to be safe around railroad tracks.
I 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1372 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 21, 2022 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8873) to amend title 3, United States Code, to reform the process for the counting of electoral votes, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 8873) to amend title 3, United States Code, to reform the process for the counting of electoral votes, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on House Administration or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 103 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1372 [Report No. 117–481] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 20, 2022 Mr. Raskin , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8873) to amend title 3, United States Code, to reform the process for the counting of electoral votes, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 8873) to amend title 3, United States Code, to reform the process for the counting of electoral votes, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and on any amendment thereto to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on House Administration or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit.

September 20, 2022 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1378 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 21, 2022 Mr. Gosar submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources RESOLUTION Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of Agriculture to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to Resolution Copper mine.

That the President is requested, and the Secretary of Agriculture is directed, to transmit, respectively, to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of all documents, memoranda, advisory legal opinions, notes from meetings, audio recordings, records (including telephone and electronic mail records), correspondence, and other communications, or any portion of any such communications, to the extent that any such one or more items are within the possession of the President or the Secretary of Agriculture, respectively, and refer to Resolution Copper mine.