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III 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 463 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 30, 2021 Mr. Young (for himself, Mr. Cardin , and Mr. Braun ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing support for the goals of Stomach Cancer Awareness Month.

Whereas stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, is one of the most difficult cancers to detect in the early stages of the disease, which contributes to high mortality rates; Whereas stomach cancer occurs when cancer cells develop in the lining of the stomach; Whereas stomach cancer is the fifth most common type of cancer worldwide; Whereas, in 2021, an estimated— (1) 26,560 cases of stomach cancer will be diagnosed in the United States; and (2) 11,180 people in the United States will die from stomach cancer; Whereas the estimated 5-year survival rate for stomach cancer is only 32.4 percent; Whereas, in the United States, stomach cancer is more prevalent among racial and ethnic minorities; Whereas increased awareness of, and education about, stomach cancer among patients and health care providers could improve timely recognition of stomach cancer symptoms; Whereas more research into early diagnosis, screening, and treatment for stomach cancer is needed; and Whereas November 2021 is an appropriate month to observe Stomach Cancer Awareness Month: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the goals of Stomach Cancer Awareness Month; (2) supports efforts to increase awareness of, and education about, stomach cancer among the general public of the United States; (3) recognizes the need for additional research into early diagnosis, screening, and treatment for stomach cancer; and (4) encourages States, territories, and localities of the United States to support the goals of Stomach Cancer Awareness Month.
III 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 464 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 30, 2021 Mr. Blunt (for himself, Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Grassley , Ms. Warren , Mr. Portman , Ms. Hassan , Mr. Tillis , Mr. Manchin , Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Ms. Rosen , Mr. Risch , Ms. Smith , Mr. Moran , Mr. Wyden , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Booker , Mr. Cramer , Mr. King , Mr. Tuberville , Mr. Van Hollen , Mrs. Blackburn , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Thune , Mr. Casey , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Hoeven , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Scott of South Carolina , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Coons , Mr. Brown , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Warnock , Mr. Burr , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Scott of Florida , Mr. Hawley , Ms. Lummis , Mrs. Capito , Mr. Hagerty , Ms. Duckworth , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Lankford , and Ms. Stabenow ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing support for the goals of National Adoption Month and National Adoption Day by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children waiting for adoption, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, and encouraging the people of the United States to secure safety, permanency, and well-being for all children.

Whereas there are far too many children outside of permanent family care and in the United States foster care system, who are waiting to be adopted; Whereas the Children’s Bureau, an office of the Administration for Children and Families within the Department of Health and Human Services, supports programs, research, and monitoring to help eliminate barriers to adoption and find permanent families for children; Whereas, every day, loving and nurturing families are strengthened and expanded when committed and dedicated individuals make an important difference in the life of a child through adoption; Whereas the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID–19) pandemic has presented unprecedented challenges to— (1) the United States; (2) the foster care system, including kinship care; (3) prospective adoptive parents; and (4) the children awaiting permanency; Whereas foster care systems, prospective adoptive parents, and the children awaiting permanency have stepped up in brave and inspiring ways in order to meet these challenges; Whereas the President traditionally issues an annual proclamation to declare the month of November as National Adoption Month, and the President has proclaimed November 2021 as National Adoption Month; Whereas National Adoption Day has been celebrated as a collective national effort to find permanent and loving families for children in the foster care system; and Whereas the Saturday before Thanksgiving has been recognized as National Adoption Day since at least 2000, and in 2021, the Saturday before Thanksgiving is November 20: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Adoption Month and National Adoption Day; (2) recognizes that every child should have a permanent and loving family; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to consider adoption during the month of November and throughout the year.
III 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 466 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 2, 2021 Mr. Luján (for himself, Mr. Leahy , Mr. Markey , and Mr. Merkley ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate in support of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) nuclear security role.

Whereas the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), created in 1957 for the purpose of assisting states in the development and use of nuclear technology for peaceful purposes, plays a critical role in the global nuclear security regime; Whereas the agency’s activities in nuclear security date back to the 1970s, when the agency began providing ad hoc training courses in physical protection; Whereas these responsibilities expanded following the collapse of the former Soviet Union, reports of nuclear smuggling in the late 1990s, and again after the devastating terror attacks on September 11, 2001; Whereas the agency established the Nuclear Security Fund to assist countries in protecting their nuclear and radiological materials and facilities; Whereas the agency’s nuclear security efforts are sustained by its technical expertise, experience, transparency, and confidentiality; Whereas rogue regimes and clandestine organizations continue to exhibit the ambition to acquire nuclear materials that can be used to build crude radiological and nuclear weapons; Whereas the IAEA Office of Nuclear Security relies almost exclusively on voluntary funding, which is inherently unpredictable and inconsistent; and Whereas the 2016 Nuclear Security Summit in Washington, DC, issued an Action Plan on April 1, 2016, citing the agency’s need for reliable and sufficient resources : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) maintains that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) plays an indispensable role in strengthening nuclear security and safety around the globe; (2) reaffirms that the United States has a vital interest in preventing the spread of nuclear weapons and securing nuclear materials; and (3) encourages the United States and other member states of the IAEA to take steps to ensure that the IAEA has the resources needed to successfully carry out its duties, including— (A) supporting the IAEA to continue convening ministerial meetings on nuclear security to promote political commitment; (B) contributing to the implementation of the IAEA’s Nuclear Security Plan through reliable and sufficient resources; (C) providing appropriate political, technical, and financial support to the Nuclear Security Fund; and (D) developing a comprehensive strategy to encourage non-state, private sector contributions to the Nuclear Security Fund.
III 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 468 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 6, 2021 Mr. Tester (for himself and Mr. Moran ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Permitting the collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings.

1. Collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings (a) In general Notwithstanding any other provision of the rules or regulations of the Senate— (1) a Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate may collect from another Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate within a Senate building or other office secured for a Senator nonmonetary donations of clothing, toys, food, and housewares for charitable purposes related to serving persons in need or members of the Armed Forces and the families of those members during the holiday season, if the charitable purposes do not otherwise violate any rule or regulation of the Senate or Federal law; and (2) a Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate may work with a nonprofit organization with respect to the delivery of donations described under paragraph (1). (b) Expiration The authority provided by this resolution shall expire at the end of the first session of the 117th Congress.
III 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 471 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 7, 2021 Mr. Shelby (for himself and Mr. Tuberville ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry January 20, 2022 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Alabama Farmers Federation and celebrating the long history of the Alabama Farmers Federation serving as the voice for Alabama agriculture and forestry.

Whereas, created by farmers, led by farmers, and dedicated to serving farmers, the Alabama Farmers Federation was founded in 1921; Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation founded Alfa Insurance in 1946 to provide quality and affordable fire insurance to federation members and has worked to expand coverage to more than 1,000,000 customers in 11 States; Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation, with more than 360,000 members and 67 county Farmers Federations, has grown to become the largest farmer-led organization in the State of Alabama; Whereas the mission of the Alabama Farmers Federation is to serve farmers by promoting the economic, social and educational interests of all Alabamians ; Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation fulfills that mission— (1) by representing farm and forestry families of Alabama for the purpose of formulating action to support agriculture, forestry, and rural communities; (2) by improving agricultural production, education, leadership development, marketing, and public policy; and (3) by promoting the well-being of the people of the State of Alabama; Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation has represented the interests of farmers with respect to the consideration and enactment of all major legislation impacting farmers since the founding of the Alabama Farmers Federation; and Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation plays a vital role in promoting the well-being of the people of Alabama— (1) by analyzing issues faced by farm and forestry families; and (2) by formulating action to achieve the goals of farm and forestry families: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Alabama Farmers Federation; (2) recognizes the Alabama Farmers Federation for 100 years of promoting farm and forestry interests for the benefit of the people of the State of Alabama; and (3) applauds the Alabama Farmers Federation for its past, present, and future efforts to advocate for agricultural and forestry interests that are critical to the State of Alabama.
III 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 471 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 7, 2021 Mr. Shelby (for himself and Mr. Tuberville ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry RESOLUTION Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Alabama Farmers Federation and celebrating the long history of the Alabama Farmers Federation serving as the voice for Alabama agriculture and forestry.

Whereas, created by farmers, led by farmers, and dedicated to serving farmers, the Alabama Farmers Federation was founded in 1921; Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation founded Alfa Insurance in 1946 to provide quality and affordable fire insurance to federation members and has worked to expand coverage to more than 1,000,000 customers in 11 States; Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation, with more than 360,000 members and 67 county Farmers Federations, has grown to become the largest farmer-led organization in the State of Alabama; Whereas the mission of the Alabama Farmers Federation is to serve farmers by promoting the economic, social and educational interests of all Alabamians ; Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation fulfills that mission— (1) by representing farm and forestry families of Alabama for the purpose of formulating action to support agriculture, forestry, and rural communities; (2) by improving agricultural production, education, leadership development, marketing, and public policy; and (3) by promoting the well-being of the people of the State of Alabama; Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation has represented the interests of farmers with respect to the consideration and enactment of all major legislation impacting farmers since the founding of the Alabama Farmers Federation; and Whereas the Alabama Farmers Federation plays a vital role in promoting the well-being of the people of Alabama— (1) by analyzing issues faced by farm and forestry families; and (2) by formulating action to achieve the goals of farm and forestry families: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Alabama Farmers Federation; (2) recognizes the Alabama Farmers Federation for 100 years of promoting farm and forestry interests for the benefit of the people of the State of Alabama; and (3) applauds the Alabama Farmers Federation for its past, present, and future efforts to advocate for agricultural and forestry interests that are critical to the State of Alabama.
III 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 473 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 8, 2021 Mr. Rounds (for himself, Mr. Van Hollen , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Risch , and Mr. Coons ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations April 4 (legislative day, March 31), 2022 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment May 11, 2022 Considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate on the necessity of maintaining the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan until conditions for peace, stability, democracy, and development exist.

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) the signatories to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan, signed on September 12, 2018, have delayed implementation, leading to continued conflict and instability in South Sudan; (2) despite years of fighting, 2 peace agreements, punitive actions by the international community, and widespread suffering among civilian populations, the leaders of South Sudan have failed to build sustainable peace; (3) the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan, most recently extended by 1 year to May 31, 2022, through United Nations Security Council Resolution 2577 (2021), is a necessary act by the international community to stem the illicit transfer and destabilizing accumulation and misuse of small arms and light weapons in perpetuation of the conflict in South Sudan; (4) the United States should call on other member states of the United Nations to redouble efforts to enforce the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan; and (5) the United States, through the United States Mission to the United Nations, should use its voice and vote in the United Nations Security Council in favor of maintaining the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan until— (A) the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan is fully implemented; or (B) credible, fair, and transparent democratic elections are held in South Sudan.
III 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 473 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 8, 2021 Mr. Rounds (for himself and Mr. Van Hollen ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate on the necessity of maintaining the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan until conditions for peace, stability, democracy, and development exist.

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) the signatories to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan, signed on September 12, 2018, have delayed implementation, leading to continued conflict and instability in South Sudan; (2) despite years of fighting, 2 peace agreements, punitive actions by the international community, and widespread suffering among civilian populations, the leaders of South Sudan have failed to build sustainable peace; (3) the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan, most recently extended by 1 year to May 31, 2022, through United Nations Security Council Resolution 2577 (2021), is a necessary act by the international community to stem the illicit transfer and destabilizing accumulation and misuse of small arms and light weapons in perpetuation of the conflict in South Sudan; (4) the United States should call on other member states of the United Nations to redouble efforts to enforce the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan; and (5) the United States, through the United States Mission to the United Nations, should use its voice and vote in the United Nations Security Council in favor of maintaining the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan until— (A) the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan is fully implemented; or (B) credible, fair, and transparent democratic elections are held in South Sudan.
III Calendar No. 322 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 473 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 8, 2021 Mr. Rounds (for himself, Mr. Van Hollen , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Risch , and Mr. Coons ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations April 4 (legislative day, March 31), 2022 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate on the necessity of maintaining the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan until conditions for peace, stability, democracy, and development exist.

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) the signatories to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan, signed on September 12, 2018, have delayed implementation, leading to continued conflict and instability in South Sudan; (2) despite years of fighting, 2 peace agreements, punitive actions by the international community, and widespread suffering among civilian populations, the leaders of South Sudan have failed to build sustainable peace; (3) the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan, most recently extended by 1 year to May 31, 2022, through United Nations Security Council Resolution 2577 (2021), is a necessary act by the international community to stem the illicit transfer and destabilizing accumulation and misuse of small arms and light weapons in perpetuation of the conflict in South Sudan; (4) the United States should call on other member states of the United Nations to redouble efforts to enforce the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan; and (5) the United States, through the United States Mission to the United Nations, should use its voice and vote in the United Nations Security Council in favor of maintaining the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan until— (A) the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan is fully implemented; or (B) credible, fair, and transparent democratic elections are held in South Sudan.

April 4 (legislative day, March 31), 2022 Reported without amendment
III 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 475 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 8, 2021 Mr. Coons (for himself and Mr. Tillis ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Recognizing the 73rd anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the celebration of Human Rights Day .

Whereas the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the United Nations on December 10, 1948, represents the first comprehensive agreement among countries as to the specific rights and freedoms of all human beings; Whereas the Universal Declaration of Human Rights upholds the basic principles of liberty and freedom enshrined in the Constitution of the United States and the Bill of Rights; Whereas awareness of human rights— (1) is essential to the realization of fundamental freedoms; (2) promotes equality; (3) contributes to preventing conflict and human rights violations; and (4) enhances participation in democratic processes; Whereas Congress has a proud history of promoting human rights that are internationally recognized; and Whereas December 10 of each year is celebrated around the world as Human Rights Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates December 10, 2021, as Human Rights Day ; (2) recognizes the 73rd anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; (3) reaffirms the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; (4) supports the right of human rights defenders all over the world to promote the fundamental freedoms enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; and (5) encourages the people of the United States— (A) to observe Human Rights Day; and (B) to continue a commitment to upholding freedom, democracy, and human rights around the globe.
III 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 478 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 14, 2021 Mrs. Blackburn (for herself, Ms. Ernst , Mr. Marshall , and Mr. Scott of Florida ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration RESOLUTION Amending rule XXII of the Standing Rules of the Senate to increase the voting threshold to invoke cloture on general appropriation bills during periods of high inflation.

1. Short title This resolution may be cited as the Stop Inflationary Spending Resolution . 2. Cloture threshold for general appropriation bills during periods of high inflation Paragraph 2 of rule XXII of the Standing Rules of the Senate is amended in the second undesignated subparagraph by inserting , or on a general appropriation bill, or an amendment thereto, amendment between the Houses in relation thereto, conference report thereon, or motion thereon, that is considered during a period during which the increase in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers with respect to the preceding 12-month period, as determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, is more than 4.0 percent, in which case the necessary affirmative vote shall be two-thirds of the Senators present and voting after present and voting .
III 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 486 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 10, 2022 Mr. Braun (for himself, Mr. Murphy , Mr. Young , Mr. Rubio , and Mrs. Capito ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing Interscholastic Athletic Administrators’ Day on December 14, 2021.

Whereas, each December, the Senate recognizes the positive contributions of interscholastic athletic administrators; Whereas the position of school athletic administrator is recognized as a profession, which, like other academic professions, benefits greatly from continued education and certification; Whereas school athletic programs develop young people physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally by the life lessons learned through participation and competition; Whereas interscholastic athletic participation is an integral part of a student’s educational experience and enhances the learning and maturation process; Whereas athletic administrators are committed to developing and maintaining comprehensive education-based athletic programs which seek the highest development of all student athletes; Whereas athletic administrators fulfill professional responsibilities with integrity, commitment to equality, industriousness to long hours, and fairness; Whereas athletic administrators preserve, enhance, and promote the educational values of athletics in our schools through professional growth in the areas of education, leadership, and service; Whereas athletic administrators embody high standards of ethics, sportsmanship, and personal conduct and encourage coaching staffs, student athletes, and community members to commit to these high standards as well; and Whereas the athletic programs run by these administrators have impacts that extend well beyond the playing field, athletic venues, and even the school: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the annual recognition of Interscholastic Athletic Administrators’ Day on December 14, 2021; (2) commends athletic administrators for their commitment and leadership provided to student athletes at the secondary school level; and (3) commends the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association as the leading organization that prepares those who lead secondary school athletics throughout the country, providing continuous learning, compassion, and preparation within the profession.
III 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 488 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 12 (legislative day, January 10), 2022 Ms. Baldwin (for herself and Mr. Johnson ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation January 20, 2022 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds on winning the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Women’s Volleyball Championship.

Whereas, on November 20, 2021, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds won the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Women’s Volleyball Championship and finished the season with an impressive record of 35 wins and 3 losses; Whereas the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women’s volleyball team defeated the Calvin University Knights in 3 sets to win the program’s first ever national championship; Whereas Ava Aldag, Makenzie Bachmann, Kendra Baierl, Arianna Barrett, Sophia Brown, Sheridan Dettmann, Hannah Flottmeyer, Sarah Kuchcik, Emma Macken, Libby Macken, Charlie Nelson, Clara Olson, Kelly Page, Olivia Rooney, Maren Saunders, Taylor Scalia, Erika Stensland, Victoria Van Dan, Abby Volk, and Jordan Witzel worked hard, showed great dedication, and represented the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with dignity; Whereas the coaching and support staff of the Blugolds, Kim Wudi, Alex Berger, Jodi Risen, Katrina Raskie, Dylan Graber, Robin Baker, Nick Hoven, Rachel Delanois, and Erin Sparks, guided the team throughout the season; Whereas Assistant Coach Jodi Risen was named the American Volleyball Coaches Association Division III Assistant Coach of the Year; Whereas the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women’s volleyball team— (1) also captured the 2021 Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference regular season and tournament championships; and (2) featured 3 players who earned American Volleyball Coaches Association All-American honors at the end of the season, specifically— (A) Kendra Baierl; (B) Charlie Nelson; and (C) Arianna Barrett; Whereas the players and staff of the Blugold women's volleyball team persevered through the challenges presented by the COVID–19 pandemic; and Whereas the Blugold women’s volleyball team has brought great pride and honor to the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and its alumni, loyal fans, and the State of Wisconsin: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds on winning the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Women’s Volleyball Championship; (2) recognizes the achievements of the players, coaches, and staff who contributed to this championship season; and (3) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, James C. Schmidt; (B) the Athletic Director of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Dan Schumacher; and (C) the Head Coach of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women's volleyball team, Kim Wudi.
117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. Res. 488 In the Senate of the United States, January 20, 2022. RESOLUTION Congratulating the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds on winning the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Women’s Volleyball Championship.

Whereas, on November 20, 2021, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds won the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Women’s Volleyball Championship and finished the season with an impressive record of 35 wins and 3 losses; Whereas the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women’s volleyball team defeated the Calvin University Knights in 3 sets to win the program’s first ever national championship; Whereas Ava Aldag, Makenzie Bachmann, Kendra Baierl, Arianna Barrett, Sophia Brown, Sheridan Dettmann, Hannah Flottmeyer, Sarah Kuchcik, Emma Macken, Libby Macken, Charlie Nelson, Clara Olson, Kelly Page, Olivia Rooney, Maren Saunders, Taylor Scalia, Erika Stensland, Victoria Van Dan, Abby Volk, and Jordan Witzel worked hard, showed great dedication, and represented the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with dignity; Whereas the coaching and support staff of the Blugolds, Kim Wudi, Alex Berger, Jodi Risen, Katrina Raskie, Dylan Graber, Robin Baker, Nick Hoven, Rachel Delanois, and Erin Sparks, guided the team throughout the season; Whereas Assistant Coach Jodi Risen was named the American Volleyball Coaches Association Division III Assistant Coach of the Year; Whereas the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women’s volleyball team— (1) also captured the 2021 Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference regular season and tournament championships; and (2) featured 3 players who earned American Volleyball Coaches Association All-American honors at the end of the season, specifically— (A) Kendra Baierl; (B) Charlie Nelson; and (C) Arianna Barrett; Whereas the players and staff of the Blugold women's volleyball team persevered through the challenges presented by the COVID–19 pandemic; and Whereas the Blugold women’s volleyball team has brought great pride and honor to the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and its alumni, loyal fans, and the State of Wisconsin: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds on winning the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Women’s Volleyball Championship; (2) recognizes the achievements of the players, coaches, and staff who contributed to this championship season; and (3) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, James C. Schmidt; (B) the Athletic Director of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Dan Schumacher; and (C) the Head Coach of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women's volleyball team, Kim Wudi.

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III 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 488 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 12 (legislative day, January 10), 2022 Ms. Baldwin (for herself and Mr. Johnson ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation RESOLUTION Congratulating the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds on winning the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Women’s Volleyball Championship.

Whereas, on November 20, 2021, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds won the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Women’s Volleyball Championship and finished the season with an impressive record of 35 wins and 3 losses; Whereas the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women’s volleyball team defeated the Calvin University Knights in 3 sets to win the program’s first ever national championship; Whereas Ava Aldag, Makenzie Bachmann, Kendra Baierl, Arianna Barrett, Sophia Brown, Sheridan Dettmann, Hannah Flottmeyer, Sarah Kuchcik, Emma Macken, Libby Macken, Charlie Nelson, Clara Olson, Kelly Page, Olivia Rooney, Maren Saunders, Taylor Scalia, Erika Stensland, Victoria Van Dan, Abby Volk, and Jordan Witzel worked hard, showed great dedication, and represented the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with dignity; Whereas the coaching and support staff of the Blugolds, Kim Wudi, Alex Berger, Jodi Risen, Katrina Raskie, Dylan Graber, Robin Baker, Nick Hoven, Rachel Delanois, and Erin Sparks, guided the team throughout the season; Whereas Assistant Coach Jodi Risen was named the American Volleyball Coaches Association Division III Assistant Coach of the Year; Whereas the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women’s volleyball team— (1) also captured the 2021 Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference regular season and tournament championships; and (2) featured 3 players who earned American Volleyball Coaches Association All-American honors at the end of the season, specifically— (A) Kendra Baierl; (B) Charlie Nelson; and (C) Arianna Barrett; Whereas the players and staff of the Blugold women's volleyball team persevered through the challenges presented by the COVID–19 pandemic; and Whereas the Blugold women’s volleyball team has brought great pride and honor to the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and its alumni, loyal fans, and the State of Wisconsin: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds on winning the 2021 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Women’s Volleyball Championship; (2) recognizes the achievements of the players, coaches, and staff who contributed to this championship season; and (3) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate prepare an official copy of this resolution for presentation to— (A) the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, James C. Schmidt; (B) the Athletic Director of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Dan Schumacher; and (C) the Head Coach of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women's volleyball team, Kim Wudi.
III 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 493 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 19 (legislative day, January 18), 2022 Mr. Lankford (for himself, Mr. Cramer , Mr. Johnson , Mr. Braun , Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Daines , and Mr. Wicker ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Recognizing the necessity of school choice as a tool to empower all parents with the freedom to choose the best educational environment for their children and to combat destructive ideologies like Critical Race Theory promoted by many public schools.

Whereas the 14th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States provides every American with equal protection under the law; Whereas the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States protects Americans against compelled speech; Whereas the idea that any race, ethnicity, color, or national origin is inherently superior or inferior should not be forced into any required curriculum; Whereas teaching students that they are guilty or victimized based on the color of their skin is inherently discriminatory and anti-American; Whereas parents should have the ability to choose a school for their child based on their child’s individual needs, academic goals, and personal and religious beliefs; Whereas the COVID–19 pandemic caused schools across the country to close for a significant amount of time, creating a loss in learning progress and social and emotional skills for many students; Whereas COVID–19-related school closures and policy changes should ensure that the individualized educational plans for students with special needs and disabilities are met; Whereas parents are seeking more options for their child’s schooling due to learning loss, mask mandates, and COVID–19 vaccine mandates that many States and schools are imposing; Whereas school choice is more important than ever to ensure that children can attend the school that works best for them and in light of the threats imposed by Critical Race Theory and overreaching mandates regarding COVID–19; Whereas it is documented that certain school boards are actively silencing the voices of concerned parents and impeding their ability to have a say in their children’s education; and Whereas Attorney General Merrick Garland has abused his office by directing Federal law enforcement to engage in local issues, thus threatening legitimately concerned parents away from advocating for their children’s right to a quality and unbiased education: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes and promotes the importance of parental involvement in their child’s education; and (2) recognizes the necessity of school choice as a tool to empower all parents with the freedom to choose the best educational environment for their children and to reject the destructive ideologies promoted by many public schools, such as Critical Race Theory.
III 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 494 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 20, 2022 Mr. Braun (for himself, Mr. Daines , Mr. Inhofe , Mrs. Blackburn , Mr. Hagerty , Mr. Lankford , Mr. Hawley , and Mr. Rounds ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Memorializing the unborn by lowering the United States flag to half-staff on the 22nd day of January each year.

Whereas, on January 22, 1973, the majority of the members of the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that abortion was a right secured by the Constitution; and Whereas, since that fateful day, over 60,000,000 unborn children have perished: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the recognition of the Day of Tears in the United States on the 22nd day of January each year; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to lower their flags to half-staff to mourn and honor the innocents who have lost their lives to abortion.
III 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 497 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 20, 2022 Mr. Hoeven (for himself and Mr. Cramer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the North Dakota State University Bison football team for winning the 2022 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Championship Subdivision title.

Whereas the North Dakota State University (referred to in this preamble as NDSU ) Bison football team won the 2022 National Collegiate Athletic Association (referred to in this preamble as the NCAA ) Division I Football Championship Subdivision (referred to in this preamble as the FCS ) title game in Frisco, Texas, on January 8, 2022, in a well-fought victory over the Montana State University Bobcats by a score of 38 to 10; Whereas, including the 2022 NCAA Division I FCS title, the NDSU Bison football team has won 17 national football championships; Whereas the NDSU Bison football team has won 9 of the last 11 NCAA Division I FCS titles, an achievement that continues to be unmatched in modern collegiate football history; Whereas the NDSU Bison have displayed tremendous resilience and skill since 2011, with 149 wins to only 12 losses, including a streak of 39 consecutive wins; Whereas head coach Matt Entz and his staff led the NDSU Bison football team to a dominant season and a second championship in his 3 years as head coach at NDSU, continuing the culture of excellence of the NDSU Bison football program; Whereas thousands of Bison fans once again attended the championship game in Frisco, Texas, reflecting the tremendous pride and dedication of Bison Nation, which has supported and helped drive the achievement of the NDSU Bison football team; and Whereas the 2022 NCAA Division I FCS title was a victory for both the NDSU Bison football team and the entire State of North Dakota: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the North Dakota State University Bison football team for winning the 2022 National Collegiate Athletic Association (referred to in this resolution as the NCAA ) Division I Football Championship Subdivision (referred to in this resolution as the FCS ) title; (2) commends the players, coaches, and staff of the North Dakota State University Bison football team for— (A) their tireless work and dedication; and (B) fostering a continued tradition of excellence; (3) congratulates North Dakota State University President Dean Bresciani, North Dakota State University Athletic Director Matt Larsen, and all the faculty and staff of North Dakota State University for creating an environment that emphasizes excellence in both academics and athletics; and (4) recognizes the students, alumni, and fans of North Dakota State University and all of Bison Nation for supporting the North Dakota State University Bison football team so well during its successful quest to bring home yet another NCAA Division I FCS trophy for North Dakota State University.
III 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 501 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 1, 2022 Mr. Scott of South Carolina (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Braun , Mr. Burr , Mr. Cassidy , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Cramer , Mr. Daines , Mr. Graham , Mr. Johnson , Mr. Lankford , Mr. McConnell , Mr. Romney , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Tillis , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Young , Ms. Ernst , Mrs. Blackburn , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Tuberville , Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mr. Scott of Florida , Mr. Cotton , Mr. Hagerty , and Mr. Inhofe ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of January 23 through January 29, 2022, as National School Choice Week .

Whereas providing a diversity of choices in kindergarten through grade 12 (referred to in this preamble as K–12 ) education empowers parents to select education environments that meet the individual needs and strengths of their children; Whereas high-quality K–12 education environments of all varieties are available in the United States, including traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online academies, and home schooling; Whereas talented teachers and school leaders in each of the education environments prepare children to achieve their dreams; Whereas more families than ever before in the United States actively choose the best education for their children; Whereas more public awareness of the issue of parental choice in education can inform additional families of the benefits of proactively choosing challenging, motivating, and effective education environments for their children; Whereas the process by which parents choose schools for their children is nonpolitical, nonpartisan, and deserves the utmost respect; Whereas the COVID–19 pandemic has exacerbated educational inequities for many children in the United States, highlighting the importance of a high-quality education; and Whereas tens of thousands of events are planned to celebrate the benefits of educational choice during the 12th annual National School Choice Week, held the week of January 23 through January 29, 2022: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of January 23 through January 29, 2022, as National School Choice Week ; (2) congratulates students, parents, teachers, and school leaders from kindergarten through grade 12 education environments of all varieties for their persistence, achievements, dedication, and contributions to society in the United States; (3) encourages all parents, during National School Choice Week, to learn more about the education options available to them; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to hold appropriate programs, events, and activities during National School Choice Week to raise public awareness of the benefits of opportunity in education.
III 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 504 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 3, 2022 Mr. Moran (for himself and Mr. Marshall ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commending and congratulating the Coffeyville Community College Red Ravens men's basketball team on winning the 2021 National Junior College Athletic Association Division I men's basketball championship.

Whereas, on Saturday, April 24, 2021, the Coffeyville Community College Red Ravens men's basketball team (referred to in this preamble as the Red Ravens ) defeated the Cowley County Community College Tigers by a score of 108 to 99 in the 2021 National Junior College Athletic Association (referred to in this preamble as the NJCAA ) Division I men's basketball championship game; Whereas the 2021 national championship is the first for the Red Ravens since 1962; Whereas, in addition to winning the national championship, the Red Ravens won a share of the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference East title; Whereas, in the championship game, freshman center Blaise Keita had a career-high 27 points on 13–16 shooting; Whereas guard Tylor Perry— (1) had 18 points in the championship game; and (2) was named the Most Valuable Player of the 2021 NJCAA Division I men's basketball championship tournament; Whereas Love Bettis, Blaise Keita, and Tylor Perry were named to the All-Tournament team; and Whereas head coach Jay Herkelman was named the 2021 NJCAA Division I men's basketball coach of the year: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commends the Coffeyville Community College Red Ravens men's basketball team on winning the 2021 National Junior College Athletic Association Division I men's basketball championship; (2) recognizes the players, coaches, and staff of the Coffeyville Community College Red Ravens men's basketball team; and (3) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) the President of Coffeyville Community College, Dr. Marlon Thornburg; (B) the Athletic Director of Coffeyville Community College, Jeff Leiker; and (C) the head coach of the Coffeyville Community College Red Ravens men's basketball team, Jay Herkelman.