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IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 664 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 20, 2021 Mr. Suozzi (for himself, Mr. Costa , Ms. Titus , Mr. Jacobs of New York , Mr. Higgins of New York , and Mr. Krishnamoorthi ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Commemorating the anniversary of the invasion of Poland and recognizing the importance of the United States alliance with the Republic of Poland.

Whereas, on September 1, 1939, German forces led by Adolf Hitler attacked the Republic of Poland; Whereas, on September 17, 1939, Soviet forces led by Joseph Stalin attacked the Republic of Poland; Whereas, subsequent to the completion of the invasion, the Republic of Poland was divided under the terms of the Secret Protocol of the Molotov–Ribbentrop Pact, which was signed on August 23, 1939; Whereas Adolf Hitler issued the command to invade with orders to send to death mercilessly and without compassion, men, women, and children of Polish derivation and language ; Whereas, in Poland, a traditionally tolerant country that was home to Europe’s largest Jewish population, German occupying forces established death camps where millions were murdered; Whereas Poland lost a higher percentage of its population than any other nation in World War II due to the genocide perpetrated by occupying forces; Whereas an estimated 6,000,000 Poles were killed, roughly half of whom were Jewish; Whereas relations between the United States and Poland date back several centuries; Whereas Polish settlers first arrived in Jamestown in 1608; Whereas the current relationship between the United States and the Republic of Poland is deep and mutually beneficial to both countries; Whereas, since the collapse of communism in Europe, the Republic of Poland’s prosperity and integration into Western institutions has provided a model for other countries in the region; Whereas the addition of the Republic of Poland to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in 1999 has strengthened the alliance and provided a crucial bulwark against aggression by Russia; and Whereas the Department of State describes the Republic of Poland as a stalwart ally in Central Europe and one of the United States’ strongest partners in fostering security and prosperity regionally, throughout Europe, and the world : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) honors the millions of Poles who lost their lives during the invasion and occupation of Poland; (2) encourages increased education about the atrocities committed by occupying forces against the Poles; (3) recognizes the critical role that the Republic of Poland plays in maintaining stability and security in Europe; and (4) calls for the strengthening and broadening of diplomatic, economic, and security ties between the United States and the Republic of Poland.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 670 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 21, 2021 Mr. Green of Texas (for himself, Mr. Takano , Ms. Wilson of Florida , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Connolly , Ms. Tlaib , Ms. Meng , Ms. Jackson Lee , Ms. Dean , Mr. Bowman , Mr. Lawson of Florida , Mrs. Watson Coleman , Ms. Schakowsky , Mr. Khanna , Mr. Carter of Louisiana , Mr. Danny K. Davis of Illinois , Mr. García of Illinois , and Ms. Jacobs of California ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security RESOLUTION Condemning the inhumane treatment of Haitian migrants at the southern border of the United States.

Whereas some U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents have treated the Haitian migrants inhumanely, charging them on horseback while using reins as lashes: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives condemns and denounces the actions of those U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents who confronted some Haitian migrants on horseback using their reins as lashes.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 672 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 21, 2021 Ms. Norton submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of September 2021 as Peace Month and calling on Congress to take action to promote peace.

Whereas the United Nations designated September 21 as the International Day of Peace , otherwise known as Peace Day; Whereas the United Nations General Assembly declared Peace Day as a day devoted to commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples ; Whereas all member states of the United Nations, organizations, regional and nongovernmental organizations, and individuals are encouraged to celebrate and recognize global peace efforts on Peace Day; Whereas Peace Day represents shared hopes of an end to conflict in all forms; Whereas the United Nations calls for a 24-hour global cease-fire on Peace Day; Whereas this year’s Peace Day theme is Recovering better for an equitable and sustainable world ; Whereas 2018 marked the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a milestone development in contemporary human history promoting peace and well-being worldwide; Whereas violent conflicts could cost upward of $13,600,000,000,000 per year globally; Whereas conflict prevention measures could save between $5,000,000,000 to $70,000,000,000 per year on average; Whereas there is almost no interstate war; Whereas the absolute number of war deaths has been declining since 1945; Whereas global peace promotion efforts improve the lives of Americans and all peoples; Whereas the United States has a long history of promoting peace and human rights at home and abroad; and Whereas September would be an appropriate month to designate as Peace Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Peace Month ; and (2) calls on Congress to promote peace, both at home and abroad.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 673 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 22, 2021 Mr. Biggs (for himself and Mr. Rosendale ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Providing for the consideration of the bill (H. R. 1259) to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to continue to implement the Migrant Protection Protocols, and for other purposes.

That immediately upon adoption of this resolution, the House shall proceed to the consideration in the House of the bill (H. R. 1259) to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to continue to implement the Migrant Protection Protocols, 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 majority leader and the minority leader or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. Clause 1(c) of rule XIX shall not apply to the consideration of H. R. 1259.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 674 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 22, 2021 Mr. Horsford (for himself, Mr. Costa , Mr. Vela , Mr. Gomez , Mr. Vargas , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Espaillat , Mr. Soto , Mrs. Lee of Nevada , Ms. Garcia of Texas , Ms. Roybal-Allard , Mrs. Napolitano , Mr. Correa , Mr. Sires , Ms. Sánchez , and Mr. Cárdenas ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of September 22, 2021, as National Hispanic Nurses Day .

Whereas a special group of nurses in the Nation are the Hispanic nurses; Whereas Hispanic nurses provide culturally and ethnically competent care and are educated to be sensitive to regional and community customs of persons needing care; Whereas Hispanic nurses are well-positioned to provide leadership to eliminate health care disparities that exist in the Nation; Whereas, since 1975, the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) has represented Hispanic nurses (RNs/LPNs) in the United States and is the only nursing organization for Hispanic nurses whose mission is to advance the health in Hispanic communities and to lead, promote, and advocate for educational, professional, and leadership opportunities for Hispanic nurses; Whereas, since September is the month that has been set aside to honor the contributions of Hispanics, it is only fitting that Hispanic nurses be recognized and honored during this time for their outstanding contributions to their community and country; Whereas the designation of an observation day will help to raise awareness of the accomplishments of Hispanic nurses and pave the way for the important work that they must continue to carry out; Whereas, each February, NAHN convenes nearly 100 nursing leaders from academia, research, education, and practice in Washington, DC, for a Day on Capitol Hill promoting legislation that improves the health of Hispanic communities; Whereas Hispanic nurses are strong allies to Congress as they help inform, educate, and work closely with legislators to improve the education, retention, recruitment, and practice of all nurses and, more importantly, the health and safety of the patients they care for; and Whereas Hispanic nurses add needed diversity to the profession, and these nurses have engaged in numerous ways to support community and needs of an overlooked, under resourced, and underserved population being severely impacted by COVID–19: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals, and the designation, of National Hispanic Nurses Day, as proposed by the National Association of Hispanic Nurses; (2) recognizes the significant contributions of Hispanic nurses to the health care system of the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Hispanic Nurses Day with appropriate recognition, ceremonies, activities, and programs to demonstrate the importance of Hispanic nurses to the everyday lives of patients and communities they serve.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 675 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 22, 2021 Mr. Newhouse submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services , and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 19 through September 25, 2021, as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week .

Whereas the last Sunday in September— (1) is designated as Gold Star Mother’s Day under section 111 of title 36, United States Code; and (2) was first designated as Gold Star Mother’s Day under the Joint Resolution entitled Joint Resolution designating the last Sunday in September as Gold Star Mother’s Day , and for other purposes , approved June 23, 1936 (49 Stat. 1895); Whereas there is no date dedicated to families affected by the loss of a loved one who died in service to the United States; Whereas a gold star symbolizes a family member who died in the line of duty while serving in the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas the members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States, through their service, bear the burden of protecting the freedom of the people of the United States; Whereas the selfless example of the service of the members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States, as well as the sacrifices made by the families of those individuals, inspires all individuals in the United States to sacrifice and work diligently for the good of the United States; and Whereas the sacrifices of the families of the fallen members of the Armed Forces and the families of veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States should never be forgotten: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Gold Star Families Remembrance Week ; (2) honors and recognizes the sacrifices made by— (A) the families of members of the Armed Forces of the United States who made the ultimate sacrifice in order to defend freedom and protect the United States; and (B) the families of veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe Gold Star Families Remembrance Week by— (A) performing acts of service and good will in their communities; and (B) celebrating the lives of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice so that others could continue to enjoy life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 677 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 23, 2021 Mr. Johnson of Louisiana submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services RESOLUTION Opposing mandating the registration of women for the Selective Service System.

Whereas clause 12 of section 8 of article I of the Constitution of the United States empowers Congress with the responsibility to raise and support Armies ; Whereas the Military Selective Service Act ( 50 U.S.C. 3801 et seq. ) provides authority to the President to require the registration of male citizens of the United States, between the ages of 18 and 26, for the Selective Service System; Whereas, when a draft for training and service in the Armed Forces has commenced under the Military Selective Service Act, the primary function for drafted men is to replace front line combatants after casualty losses; Whereas, in Rostker v. Goldberg, 453 U.S. 57 (1981), the Supreme Court of the United States upheld the all-male draft as constitutional and held that Congress had determined that any future draft, which would be facilitated by the registration scheme, would be characterized by a need for combat troops ; Whereas, in 2015, nearly all combat positions in the all-volunteer force within the Armed Forces became open to any woman as long as the woman could meet certain physical fitness requirements; Whereas only a small subset of women are able to meet the physical fitness requirements for combat roles, and physical disadvantages between men and women often result in excessive fatigue and more frequent injuries to women; Whereas the Ground Combat Element Integrated Task Force within the United States Marine Corps found that the musculoskeletal rate of injury for a woman was nearly twice the rate of injury for a man, and research at the Infantry Training Battalion found that the rate of injury for enlisted women was 6 times the rate of injury for a man; Whereas the results of United States Marine Corps research led General Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., a former commandant of the United States Marine Corps, to seek an exemption to ensure certain Marine combat roles were only available to men; Whereas all members of Congress should have the opportunity to review the rationale provided by General Dunford for requesting the exemption; Whereas, in 2018, the United States Army replaced the gender-separate Army Physical Fitness Test with the gender-neutral Army Combat Fitness Test; Whereas United States Army data has demonstrated a fail rate ranging between 65 percent and 84 percent for women and between 10 percent and 30 percent for men on the Army Combat Fitness Test since its inception; and Whereas mandating the registration of women for the Selective Service System has the potential to unduly increase the fatality and injury risks of women in the United States and hinder combat unit readiness in battle: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of Congress that the House should not mandate the registration of women for the Selective Service System.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 682 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 24, 2021 Mr. Kind (for himself, Mr. Bacon , Mr. Connolly , Mr. Rouzer , Mr. Cooper , Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney of New York , Mr. Kilmer , Mr. Aderholt , Mr. Waltz , Mr. Rice of South Carolina , Mr. Fleischmann , Mr. Courtney , Mr. Diaz-Balart , Mr. Calvert , Mr. Bilirakis , Mr. Mast , Mr. Cicilline , Mr. Smith of Missouri , Mr. Cole , Mr. Jackson , Ms. Lois Frankel of Florida , Mr. Suozzi , Ms. Wilson of Florida , and Ms. Speier ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Recognizing the self-determination of Gibraltar to determine its status as a British Overseas Territory.

Whereas the Department of State recognizes Gibraltar as an overseas territory of the United Kingdom based on the 1713 Treaty of Utrecht; Whereas the citizens of Gibraltar have freely and democratically expressed their view to remain a British Overseas Territory in 1967 and 2002, when 99.6 and 98.48 percent of the Gibraltarians, respectively, voted in a popular referenda their wish to remain a British Overseas Territory; Whereas the United States has relied on Gibraltar’s military facilities numerous times, including America’s first overseas military intervention in 1801 against the Barbary States, World War II, and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization intervention in 2011 in Libya; Whereas, during World War II, General Dwight Eisenhower used Gibraltar as his headquarters to plan the liberation of North Africa stating, Without it the vital air cover would not have been quickly established on the North African fields. ; Whereas the security situation in North Africa and the Middle East continues to underscore the need for the United States to maintain secure access to Gibraltar’s military facilities; Whereas Gibraltar has the right, under the United Nations Charter and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, to determine its own future; and Whereas the United Kingdom is a loyal ally that has stood by the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) the United States honors the contribution that Gibraltar has made to advancing United States security interests in the Mediterranean region since 1801 and extends its deepest appreciation and thanks to the Government of Gibraltar and its citizens; and (2) the views and rights of Gibraltarians should always be imperative in any discussion of Gibraltar’s status as a British Overseas Territory.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 684 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 27, 2021 Mr. Joyce of Ohio (for himself, Mr. Trone , Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney of New York , Mr. Pappas , Mr. Rodney Davis of Illinois , Mr. Ryan , Mrs. Axne , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Mr. Stanton , Mr. Newhouse , Mr. DeSaulnier , Mr. Deutch , Mr. Cárdenas , Mr. Garbarino , and Mr. Katko ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Recognizing the importance of ending the stigmatization of substance use disorder.

Whereas nearly 841,000 people have died since 1999 from a drug overdose; Whereas fatal overdoses in the United States increased from 2018 to 2019, and overdoses have increased since the onset of the COVID–19 pandemic; Whereas overdose killed a record 93,000 people in the United States in 2020, which was roughly a 27-percent increase from 2019; Whereas nearly 20,400,000 people have battled a substance use disorder in the past year; Whereas 5,200,000 young adults aged 18 to 25 needed substance use treatment in 2018; Whereas only 1.6 percent, or 547,000 young adults aged 18 to 25 received treatment in 2018; Whereas 15,100,000 adults aged 26 or older needed substance use treatment in 2018; Whereas only 1.4 percent or 3,000,000 adults aged 26 or older received treatment in 2018; Whereas stigma is defined as a set of negative beliefs that a group or society holds about a topic or group of people; Whereas stigma surrounding substance use disorder negatively affects access to care and has a detrimental effect on treatment outcomes; Whereas negative language and stigma regarding substance use disorder and addiction have shown to be a key barrier for people to seek and receive treatment while on the road to recovery; and Whereas talking about substance use disorder in a factual and humanizing way can reduce stigma and help people receive appropriate treatment and support.

That the House of Representatives expresses the importance of ending the stigmatization of substance use disorder.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 686 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 28, 2021 Ms. Castor of Florida (for herself, Mr. Neguse , Mr. Long , Mr. Cicilline , Mr. Case , Ms. Norton , Ms. Meng , Mrs. Hayes , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Suozzi , Mr. Thompson of Mississippi , Mr. Foster , Ms. Wasserman Schultz , Mr. Carson , Mr. Soto , Mr. Cárdenas , Mr. Phillips , Ms. Roybal-Allard , Mr. Correa , Ms. Wild , Mr. Horsford , Mr. Kildee , Ms. Titus , Ms. Jackson Lee , Ms. Spanberger , Ms. Scanlon , Mr. Costa , Mrs. Watson Coleman , Ms. Dean , Ms. Williams of Georgia , Mr. Tonko , Ms. Adams , Mr. Cleaver , Mr. Crist , Mr. Lawson of Florida , Mr. Cohen , Mr. Green of Texas , Ms. Garcia of Texas , and Mr. Thompson of California ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of September 28, 2021, as National Voter Registration Day .

That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the designation of National Voter Registration Day ; and (2) encourages each voting-eligible citizen of the United States— (A) to register to vote; (B) to verify with the appropriate State or local election official that the name, address, and other personal information on record is current; and (C) to cast a ballot on or before election day and vote if the voting-eligible citizen would like to do so.
I 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 688 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 29, 2021 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1301) to provide for the publication by the Secretary of Health and Human Services of physical activity recommendations for Americans.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House bill (S. 1301) to provide for the publication by the Secretary of Health and Human Services of physical activity recommendations for Americans. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. An amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 117–16 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: (1) 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; and (2) one motion to commit.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 37 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 688 [Report No. 117–133] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 29, 2021 Mr. McGovern , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1301) to provide for the publication by the Secretary of Health and Human Services of physical activity recommendations for Americans.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House bill (S. 1301) to provide for the publication by the Secretary of Health and Human Services of physical activity recommendations for Americans. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. An amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 117-16 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: (1) 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; and (2) one motion to commit.

September 29, 2021 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 690 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 29, 2021 Mr. Carter of Georgia (for himself, Mr. Hagedorn , Mr. Duncan , Mr. Gosar , and Mr. Sessions ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Disapproving the action of Major League Baseball to move one of their equipment production facilities to China and encouraging Major League Baseball to buy American-made products.

Whereas, for more than two decades, Miken Sports has been located in the Minnesota community of Caledonia, a small town of roughly 2,800 people; Whereas Miken Sports is one of the largest employers in the rural town of Caledonia, Minnesota; Whereas the Miken Sports plant produces the baseball helmets for Major League Baseball, and non-wood bats for baseball and softball recreational use; Whereas Miken Sports is partially owned by Major League Baseball; Whereas the Miken Sports plant in Caledonia, Minnesota, plans to close their doors and move their bat production facility to China, removing the Caledonia community of one of their largest employers and economic contributors; Whereas Caledonia will consequently face significant economic hardship from the loss of one of their largest employers; Whereas Miken Sports is an integral small business in the Caledonia, Minnesota, community that employed nearly 150 people and contributed greatly to the local economy; Whereas Major League Baseball has become increasingly active in China; Whereas, for years, Major League Baseball has benefitted greatly due to a unique exemption from Federal antitrust law that other professional sports do not have; Whereas Major League Baseball has received billions of dollars in taxpayers support and Federal breaks on bonds; Whereas in exchange, Major League Baseball should support the American economy and not move jobs away from American workers to China; Whereas prioritizing American jobs and manufacturing helps strengthen the economy and reduce the country’s reliance on foreign-made products; and Whereas moving jobs to China is incompatible with Major League Baseball’s position as America’s pastime: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) urges Major League Baseball to reverse the planned closure of the Miken Sports production facility in Caledonia, Minnesota; (2) calls on Major League Baseball to buy products that are made in America; and (3) disapproves of Major League Baseball’s dealings with China.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 691 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 29, 2021 Mr. Grothman (for himself, Mr. Pocan , Mr. Tiffany , Ms. McCollum , Mr. Gallagher , Mr. Costa , Mr. Fitzgerald , Ms. Moore of Wisconsin , Mr. LaMalfa , Mr. Kind , Mr. Steil , Ms. Jacobs of California , Mrs. Steel , Mr. Phillips , Mr. Valadao , Mr. Peters , and Ms. Chu ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Recognizing the celebration of the Hmong New Year in 2021.

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

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Hmong New Year; (2) expresses the deepest respect for Hmong Americans celebrating this occasion; and (3) wishes Hmong Americans and all individuals who observe this holiday a happy New Year.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 692 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 29, 2021 Mrs. Hartzler (for herself, Mr. Bacon , Mrs. Wagner , Mr. Moore of Utah , Mr. Carter of Georgia , Mr. Balderson , Mr. Luetkemeyer , Mr. Kinzinger , Mr. Weber of Texas , Mr. Gohmert , Mr. Young , Mr. Mast , Mr. Kelly of Pennsylvania , Mr. Owens , Mr. C. Scott Franklin of Florida , and Mr. Hice of Georgia ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs , and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs , and 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 dedication and courage of United States veterans, veterans’ organizations, and private citizens who have worked and continue to work to evacuate United States persons and vulnerable Afghans from Afghanistan.

Whereas, on August 15, 2021, the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan collapsed, President Ashraf Ghani fled the country, and the Taliban took over the capital city of Kabul; Whereas, on August 15, 2021, the United States Armed Forces began evacuating tens of thousands of people from Kabul’s Hamid Karzai International Airport; Whereas United States veterans, veterans’ organizations, and private citizens immediately mobilized to help Afghan interpreters and their families escape the Taliban-controlled country; Whereas United States veterans, veterans’ organizations, and private citizens utilized their connections throughout the globe through personal and virtual networks to help thousands of vulnerable Afghans escape from Afghanistan; and Whereas despite the official end to the United States Armed Forces presence in Afghanistan on August 31, 2021, United States veterans, veterans’ organizations, and private citizens continue to work to evacuate United States persons and vulnerable Afghans: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the dedication and courage of United States veterans, veterans’ organizations, and private citizens who have worked and continue to work to evacuate United States persons and vulnerable Afghans from Afghanistan; and (2) encourages the Department of State, the Department of Defense, and other Federal agencies to work with veterans’ organizations and their networks to evacuate United States persons and vulnerable Afghans who remain in Afghanistan.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 695 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 30, 2021 Mr. Correa (for himself and Ms. Tlaib ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Expressing profound sorrow over the death of Alexander Michael Odeh.

Whereas Alexander Michael Odeh was born in Jaffa, Palestine, on April 4, 1944, and resided in Santa Ana, California, for most of his adult life; Whereas Alex Odeh was a peace activist who worked to promote civil liberties for Arab-Americans in the United States and for civil and human rights around the world; Whereas Alex Odeh was also a published poet and a lecturer of Arabic language and Middle East history at Coastline College in Santa Ana, California; Whereas Alex Odeh was the Southern California Regional Director of the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) when, on October 11, 1985, he was killed as a pipe bomb exploded as he entered the ADC office in Santa Ana, California; Whereas Alex Odeh is survived by his wife, Norma Odeh, and his three daughters, Helena Odeh, Samya Odeh, and Susan Odeh; and Whereas those responsible for the act of domestic terrorism which killed Alex Odeh have yet to be brought to justice: Now, therefore, be it

That— (1) the House of Representatives acknowledges with profound sorrow the death of Alexander Michael Odeh, a victim of domestic terrorism; (2) the House of Representatives tenders its deep sympathy to the members of the family of the late Mr. Odeh and the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee in their bereavement; (3) the Clerk of the House of Representatives will communicate this resolution to the Senate and transmit a copy thereof to the family of the deceased; and (4) when the House of Representatives adjourns today, it adjourns as a further mark of respect to the memory of Mr. Odeh.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 696 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 30, 2021 Mr. Murphy of North Carolina submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services RESOLUTION Honoring North Carolinians and other members of the Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in the attack on the Hamid Karzai International Airport on August 26, 2021.

Whereas Marine Corps Sergeant Nicole L. Gee, born in Roseville, a subsection of Sacramento, California, and assigned to Combat Logistics Battalion 24, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, made the ultimate sacrifice during the attack on the Hamid Karzai International Airport on August 26, 2021; Whereas Army Staff Sergeant Ryan C. Knauss, assigned to 9th PSYOP Battalion, 8th PSYOP Group, Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, made the ultimate sacrifice during such attack; Whereas members of the Marine Corps, Staff Sergeant Darin T. Hoover of Salt Lake City, Utah, Sergeant Johanny Rosario Pichardo of Lawrence, Massachusetts, Corporal Hunter Lopez of Indio, California, Corporal Daegan W. Page of Omaha, Nebraska, Corporal Humberto A. Sanchez of Logansport, Indiana, Lance Corporal David L. Espinoza of Rio Bravo, Texas, Missouri, Lance Corporal Rylee J. McCollum of Jackson, Wyoming, Lance Corporal Dylan R. Merola of Rancho Cucamonga, California, Lance Corporal Kareem M. Nikoui of Norco, California, and Lance Corporal Jared M. Schmitz of St. Charles, Missouri, all made the ultimate sacrifice during such attack; Whereas Navy Hospital Corpsman Third Class Maxton W. Soviak of Berlin Heights, Ohio, made the ultimate sacrifice during such attack; and Whereas all those who served, fought, or perished in the overall Global War On Terror have served valiantly in defense of the Nation: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that— (1) Marine Corps Sergeant Nicole L. Gee, Army Staff Sergeant Ryan C. Knauss, and their fellow members of the Armed Forces served their country with honor and distinction and represent the very best of the United States; and (2) the United States honors those brave members of the Armed Forces and their families and shall never forget the services they rendered and sacrifices they made in the defense of their grateful Nation.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 707 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 8, 2021 Mr. Costa (for himself, Mr. Michael F. Doyle of Pennsylvania , Mr. Carson , Mr. McKinley , Mr. Tonko , Miss Rice of New York , Mr. Larson of Connecticut , Mr. Panetta , Ms. Stevens , and Mr. O'Halleran ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Supporting the recognition of October 8, 2021, 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 supports the recognition of National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day .
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 708 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 8, 2021 Mr. Garbarino (for himself and Mr. Amodei ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his impact on the Italian-American community, and recognizing the second Monday in October as Columbus Day .

Whereas, on October 12, 1492, Christopher Columbus arrived in the New World and changed the course of history; Whereas Christopher Columbus’s discoveries played an integral role in the founding of the United States and the American continents; Whereas Christopher Columbus has been honored for generations as a pillar of American heritage and culture; Whereas over the course of generations, Christopher Columbus has become a hero to the Italian-American community for his passion and commitment to discovery; and Whereas Christopher Columbus represents the intrepid spirit of the Italian-American community: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the observance of the second Monday in October as Columbus Day ; and (2) honors the contributions of the Italian-American community in our society thanks to the influence of Christopher Columbus.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 709 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 8, 2021 Ms. Norton submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources RESOLUTION Recognizing that the land that is now known as the United States of America was originally inhabited by indigenous peoples known as Native Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Alaska Natives.

Whereas a land acknowledgment is a formal statement that recognizes and respects indigenous peoples as the original and traditional stewards of a given geographic area and the enduring relationship that exists between indigenous peoples and their ancestral lands; Whereas a formal statement of a land acknowledgment is a proper method to recognize the traditions of indigenous peoples and ancestral land; Whereas a land acknowledgment is a practice that honors and respects contemporary indigenous peoples’ connection to their ancestral lands; Whereas a land acknowledgment is an expression of gratitude and appreciation to Tribes who first resided in this country; Whereas a land acknowledgment serves as a reminder and a reflection on the impacts of colonialism, past and present; Whereas a land acknowledgment recognizes indigenous peoples’ voices that have been devalued in past contexts; Whereas a land acknowledgment is a way to show both gratitude and appreciation for those who were first on the land and encourages a broadening of awareness of indigenous peoples; and Whereas it is encouraged that formal land acknowledgments be performed at introductions of public and ceremonial events: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) honors the legacy of indigenous peoples who inhabited the land before the establishment of the United States of America and continue to live in relationship with their ancestral homelands today, and recognizes their significance and ongoing contributions to the United States; and (2) calls on State and local governments to encourage formal land acknowledgments, whether verbal or written, before public or ceremonial events.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 710 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 8, 2021 Mr. Pascrell (for himself, Mr. Amodei , Mr. Suozzi , Mr. Garbarino , Mr. Pallone , Mr. DeFazio , Mr. Panetta , Ms. Salazar , Mr. Ryan , Mr. Peters , Mr. Higgins of New York , Mr. Cicilline , Ms. DeLauro , and Ms. Stefanik ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform RESOLUTION Urging the people of the United States to observe the month of October 2021 as Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month.

Whereas Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month is an appropriate time to recognize the enormous contributions the Italian and Italian-American people have made to this country and the world throughout our history, including generals, admirals, doctors, philosophers, statesmen, musicians, athletes, and Nobel laureates; Whereas Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month is held to salute the Italian and Italian-American community and to exhibit appreciation for their culture and their heritage that have immeasurably enriched the lives of the people of this Nation and the world; Whereas the strength and success of the United States, the vitality of our communities, and the effectiveness of our American society depend, in great measure, upon the distinctive and sterling qualities demonstrated by people of diverse races, heritages, and ethnicities, exemplified by members of the Italian and Italian-American community, who share with us their rich and unique heritage; and Whereas it is fitting and proper that October 2021 be observed as Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month throughout the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That in order to recognize the enormous contributions Italian and Italian-American people have made to this country and the world throughout our history, the House of Representatives urges the people of the United States to acknowledge Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month and to observe the month with appropriate events and activities.
IV 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 712 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 8, 2021 Mr. Sablan (for himself, Mrs. Radewagen , Miss González-Colón , Mr. San Nicolas , and Ms. Plaskett ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and Labor , and in addition to the Committee on House Administration , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned RESOLUTION Expressing support for the recognition of the first Thursday of October as U.S. Territories Day .

Whereas the United States territories of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands are of integral importance to the fabric of our Nation; Whereas Chamorro, Refalúwasch, Samoan, Taino, Latino, Afro-Caribbean, and other cultures exist within the territories; Whereas Americans living in the territories serve in the military at an exceptionally high rate relative to other States; Whereas the territories are of vital strategic importance to the United States; Whereas many Americans living in the 50 States are unaware of the existence of the territories; Whereas many maps of the United States do not depict the United States territories; Whereas complete civic education is necessary for the ongoing stewardship and defense of our democracy; and Whereas the House of Representatives recognizes the first Thursday of each October as U.S. Territories Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the recognition of U.S. Territories Day ; (2) encourages educators across the country to set aside time on this day to teach students about the United States territories; (3) further encourages— (A) the President of the United States to issue a reciprocal Presidential proclamation to this resolution; and (B) the Senate to affirm a resolution reciprocal to this resolution; and (4) requests that the Smithsonian Institution make educational materials publicly available for educators which include— (A) maps of the United States that depict the United States territories alongside the 50 States; (B) materials to teach the history of cultural groups tied to the territories; (C) materials that highlight the contributions to America made by the people of the territories; (D) materials that tell the story of the sacrifices made by members of our Armed Forces who hail from the territories; and (E) materials that are appropriate for a variety of grade levels.