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IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 714 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 21, 2023 Mr. Tony Gonzales of Texas (for himself, Ms. Caraveo , Ms. Salazar , Mr. Vargas , Mrs. Chavez-DeRemer , Mr. Diaz-Balart , Mr. Gimenez , Mr. Valadao , Mrs. González-Colón , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Correa , Mr. Panetta , Mr. Carson , Ms. Jackson Lee , Ms. Barragán , Mr. Cuellar , Mr. Ivey , Ms. Ross , Mr. Castro of Texas , Mr. Costa , Ms. Escobar , Mr. Peters , Mr. Moylan , Mr. Ciscomani , Mr. Takano , Ms. Garcia of Texas , Mr. Cárdenas , Mr. Ruiz , Mr. Carbajal , and Mr. Vasquez ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Recognizing Hispanic Restaurant Week and the contributions of Hispanic restaurant owners and employees to the restaurant industry.

Whereas Hispanic Restaurant Week is celebrated from September 22, 2023, through October 3, 2023, during the national celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15, 2023, through October 15, 2023; Whereas, in 2020, the Bureau of Census estimated that 41,817 owners of accommodation and food service businesses were Hispanic; Whereas the restaurant industry plays a significant role in the economy of the United States as the second-largest private sector employer in the United States; Whereas 25.1 percent of workers in the restaurant industry are Hispanic; Whereas, according to the 2021 State of Latino Entrepreneurship report, published by the Stanford Graduate School of Business, during the last decade, Hispanic entrepreneurs have started small businesses, including restaurants, at a higher rate than any other demographic; Whereas, of the nearly 5,000,000 Hispanic-owned businesses in the United States, the restaurant industry has the second highest number of Hispanic owners; Whereas 8 in 10 restaurant owners started their restaurant industry careers in entry-level positions; Whereas 63 percent of adults in the United States have worked in the restaurant industry, making it the Nation’s training ground ; and Whereas the restaurant industry employs more minority managers than any other industry: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) celebrates Hispanic Restaurant Week; and (2) acknowledges— (A) the contributions of Hispanic owners and staff of the restaurant industry to the United States economy; and (B) the fact that the restaurant industry provides restaurant owners, chefs, dishwashers, and other staff the opportunity to work hard, persevere, support their families, and live the American Dream.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 716 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 21, 2023 Mr. Mann (for himself, Mr. Panetta , Mr. Thompson of Pennsylvania , Ms. Bonamici , Mr. Lynch , Mr. Thompson of California , Mr. Moore of Alabama , Mr. Bost , Mr. Dunn of Florida , Mr. Alford , Mr. Austin Scott of Georgia , Mr. Evans , Mr. Costa , Mr. Balderson , Ms. De La Cruz , Ms. Letlow , Mr. Moolenaar , Mr. Lawler , Mr. Bishop of Georgia , Ms. Budzinski , Mr. Kelly of Pennsylvania , Mrs. Cammack , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Newhouse , Mr. Sorensen , Mr. Santos , Mr. Ellzey , Ms. Davids of Kansas , Mr. Valadao , Mr. Case , Mrs. Miller of Illinois , Mr. Graves of Missouri , Mr. Bacon , and Mr. Westerman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture RESOLUTION Recognizing September 21, 2023, as National Teach Ag Day and celebrating 75 years of the National Association of Agricultural Educators.

Whereas agricultural education and the National FFA Organization change lives and prepare students for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success; Whereas in the United States, more than 11,000 agricultural educators across all 50 States, Puerto Rico, and the United States Virgin Islands teach students about agriculture, food, and natural resources; Whereas teacher recruitment and retention continues to be a significant challenge, with more than 1,170 positions to be filled for the 2022–2023 school year; Whereas the National Association of Agricultural Educators advances agricultural education and promotes the professional interests and growth of agricultural educators, as well as recruits and prepares students who have a desire to teach agriculture; Whereas the National Association of Agricultural Educators was established in 1948; and Whereas current and future agricultural educators will celebrate National Teach Ag Day on September 21, 2023: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Teach Ag Day ; (2) recognizes the important role of agricultural education and the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of agricultural leaders who will change the world; and (3) celebrates the 75th anniversary of the National Association of Agricultural Educators.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 719 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 21, 2023 Mrs. Miller-Meeks (for herself, Mr. Sarbanes , Mrs. Chavez-DeRemer , Mr. Lawler , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Molinaro , Mr. Costa , Ms. Lee of Nevada , Mr. Santos , Mr. Curtis , Ms. Titus , Mr. Trone , Mr. Crow , Ms. Tokuda , and Mr. Nadler ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of the week beginning September 24, 2023, as National Source Water Protection Week .

Whereas a resilient supply of safe drinking water is critical to the health and success of the Nation; Whereas source water protection is a proactive approach to safeguarding, maintaining, and improving the quality and quantity of drinking water sources and the land that surrounds them; Whereas protecting drinking water sources is critical to public health, the environment, the economy, and national security; Whereas safe, reliable water is essential for food preparation, daily sanitation, and the everyday conveniences on which the people of the United States rely, and is increasingly vital to protect as the population continues to grow; and Whereas the recognition of National Source Water Protection Week— (1) celebrates stewardship of water and watersheds; (2) reaffirms commitment of the United States to protecting and sustaining drinking water supply sources for current and future generations; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to protect, conserve, and restore drinking water sources: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National Source Water Protection Week ; (2) supports the protection of source water for public health and economic prosperity; (3) recognizes the central role of water in sustaining life and supports innovative ways to conserve, protect, and restore the Nation’s drinking water sources; (4) supports collaboration at the local, State, and Federal levels to achieve greater awareness, education, and engagement to protect and enhance drinking water supplies; and (5) supports investments for more resilient and reliable drinking water sources, both ground and surface water, to better withstand the impacts of extreme floods and droughts.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 721 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 21, 2023 Ms. Norton submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of September 2023 as Peace Month and calling on Congress to take action to promote peace.

Whereas the United Nations designated September 21 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 United Nations member states, 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 Actions for Peace: Our Ambition for the #Global Goals ; 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 upwards of $14.4 trillion per year globally; 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 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 724 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 26, 2023 Mr. Feenstra submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Honoring the life and legacy of Jack Trice.

Whereas Jack Trice, born John G. Trice on May 12, 1902, in Hiram, Ohio, was Iowa State University’s first African-American student-athlete; Whereas, after an all-State football career at East Technical High School in Cleveland, Jack Trice enrolled at Iowa State College, now Iowa State University, in 1922, at the encouragement of his high school coach, Sam Willaman, who had recently been named football coach at Iowa State; Whereas Jack studied animal husbandry at Iowa State and planned to help Black farmers after his graduation; Whereas, during his sophomore year, Jack’s second game was at the University of Minnesota; Whereas the night before the game, Jack was alone in his hotel room, and he wrote a letter with his thoughts on the game and its significance, and part of the letter read: The honor of my race, family, and self are at stake. Everyone is expecting me to do big things. I will! ; Whereas the next day, October 6, 1923, on one of the first plays of the game, Jack was injured, but refused to leave the game; Whereas in the second half, Jack was trampled by Minnesota players and was taken to the hospital, but doctors cleared him for a return to Ames, Iowa; Whereas, on Monday, October 8, Jack Trice tragically passed away from internal bleeding and injuries sustained during the game 2 days before; Whereas a memorial service was held on the central campus of Iowa State University, and the college raised money for Jack’s mother and his wife, and a plaque was displayed in State Gym; Whereas, in 1997, Iowa State University’s football stadium was renamed from Cyclone Stadium to Jack Trice Stadium, and it remains the only major college football stadium named for an African American; Whereas today, the work to honor Jack’s legacy continues at Iowa State University through the Jack Trice Character Award and Jack Trice Endowed Scholarship; Whereas October 2023 marks the 100-year anniversary of the tragic death of Jack Trice; Whereas Iowa State University will host the Jack Trice Legacy Game on October 7, 2023, to pay tribute to his legacy which continues; Whereas, on October 8, 2023, Iowa State University will host a ceremony honoring Jack exactly 100 years after his death on the central campus lawn, the same location as his funeral on October 9, 1923, where hundreds of students paid their respects; and Whereas, with this resolution, to honor the life of Jack Trice, a young man that has inspired decades of students, faculty, staff, Cyclone fans, alumni, and community members: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives honors the life and legacy of Jack Trice.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 725 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 26, 2023 Mr. Kelly of Pennsylvania (for himself, Mr. Kilmer , Mr. Fitzpatrick , and Mr. Higgins of New York ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of September 30, 2023, as Rare Cancer Day to highlight the challenges patients with rare cancers face and to raise awareness and support efforts to improve early diagnosis and treatment.

Whereas approximately 1 in 5 people living with cancer in the United States is diagnosed with a rare cancer; Whereas all pediatric cancers are rare; Whereas a quarter of all cancer deaths each year are due to rare cancers; Whereas the 5-year survival rate is lower for patients with a rare cancer than for those diagnosed with a more common cancer; Whereas the early detection and treatment of rare cancers is challenging for patients, providers, and scientists; Whereas early detection of rare cancers currently is challenging for patients because they are not aware of rare cancer symptoms; Whereas the length of time that it takes for providers to diagnose a rare cancer is longer than for more common cancers because symptoms may be unusual and less recognizable; Whereas efforts to increase awareness of rare cancer symptoms among patients and clinicians would lead to earlier detection and improvements in survival rates; Whereas scientific understanding of and the development of effective treatments for many rare cancers are less established than with more common cancers; and Whereas treatment options for many rare cancers currently are more limited than with more common cancers: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports designating a Rare Cancer Day ; (2) recognizes the challenges of detecting rare cancer; (3) understands that rare cancer is prevalent among cancer patients; (4) acknowledges the devastating impact that rare cancer has on individuals; (5) recognizes the low survival rate of individuals with rare cancer compared to more common cancers; (6) supports increasing awareness of rare cancer symptoms to increase early detection and improve survival rates; (7) encourages partnerships with the medical and scientific fields to improve the early diagnosis of rare cancers and to develop effective treatments to eradicate them; and (8) supports the dedication of funding to explore cures and treatments for rare cancers.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 728 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 26, 2023 Mr. Payne (for himself, Mr. Bilirakis , Mr. Doggett , Mr. Grijalva , and Mr. Davis of North Carolina ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of September 2023 as Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness Month .

Whereas peripheral artery disease (PAD) affects nearly 20,000,000 Americans, including an estimated 200,000 Americans who are from disproportionately minority communities; Whereas PAD is a chronic condition that causes narrowing or blockage of blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the legs; Whereas the primary cause of PAD is the buildup of plaque in the arteries or atherosclerosis; Whereas many risk factors for PAD include smoking, high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, carotid artery disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, and being 60 years of age or older; Whereas individuals with type 2 diabetes and PAD are 4 times more likely to lose a limb compared to individuals without either such disease; Whereas individuals who smoke are 3 times more likely to develop PAD; Whereas researchers analyzing data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (1999–2004) found that 5.9 percent of the United States population aged 40 years or older have a low ankle brachial index (ABI) (≤0.9), which indicates the presence of PAD; Whereas African Americans are twice as likely to be diagnosed with PAD and up to 3 times as likely to have an amputation; Whereas if not properly diagnosed, PAD can lead to nontraumatic lower limb amputations, heart attack, or stroke; Whereas unnecessary amputations drastically reduce the quality of life for PAD patients; Whereas PAD generally has a poor prognosis, with an increased risk of mortality, and about 50 and 70 percent of patients die at 2 and 4 years, respectively, with critical limb ischemia; and Whereas educating people on the risks of PAD and encouraging early screenings are crucial to preventing unnecessary amputations: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness Month; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate awareness and educational activities.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 730 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 28, 2023 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5692) making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes; providing for further consideration of the bill (H.R. 4365) making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes; and providing for further consideration of the bill (H.R. 4367) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 5692) making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, 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) 30 minutes of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. During further consideration of the bill (H.R. 4365) making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes, pursuant to House Resolution 723, the further amendment specified in section 3 shall be considered as adopted. 3. The amendments referred to in section 2 is as follows: (1) “On Page 10, line 19, after the dollar amount, insert (reduced by $300,000,000) ; and (2) Strike section 8104. . 4. During further consideration of the bill (H.R. 4367) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes, pursuant to House Resolution 723, the further amendment specified in section 5 shall be considered as adopted. 5. The amendment referred to in section 4 is as follows: Strike section 406 and strike section 407 and insert SEC.___. Notwithstanding the numerical limitation set forth in section 214(g)(1)(B) of the Immigration and Nationality Act ( 8 U.S.C. 1184(g)(1)(B) ), the Secretary of Homeland Security, after consultation with the Secretary of Labor, and upon determining that the needs of American businesses cannot be satisfied during fiscal year 2024 with United States workers who are willing, qualified, and able to perform temporary nonagricultural labor, may increase the total number of aliens who may receive a visa under section 101(a)(15)(H)(ii)(b) of such Act ( 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(15)(H)(ii)(b) ) in such fiscal year above such limitation by not more than the highest number of H–2B nonimmigrants who participated in the H–2B returning worker program in any fiscal year in which returning workers were exempt from such numerical limitation. .

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 731 In the House of Representatives, U. S., December 5, 2023 RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to modify the period before the date of any primary election or general election during which a mass mailing is not frankable by a Member of the House who is a candidate in such election, and for other purposes.

1. Limitations on the use of the frank before a primary or general election (a) In general Clause 8 of rule XXIV of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by striking less than 90 days before the date of a primary or general election (whether regular, special, or runoff) in which such individual is a candidate for public office and inserting on a date during the period described in section 3210(a)(6)(A) of such title . (b) House Communications Standards Commission regulations and guidance Not later than 30 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution— (1) the House Communications Standards Commission shall update any relevant regulation or guidance to reflect the amendment made by subsection (a); and (2) the Committee on House Administration shall make publicly available on the website of the Committee any such regulation or guidance updated under paragraph (1). 2. Clarification with respect to jurisdiction of Committee on House Administration Clause 1(k)(7) of rule X of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by striking Franking Commission and inserting House Communications Standards Commission .

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 731 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 27, 2023 Mr. Carey (for himself and Mr. Morelle ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules , 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 Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to modify the period before the date of any primary election or general election during which a mass mailing is not frankable by a Member of the House who is a candidate in such election, and for other purposes.

1. Limitations on the use of the frank before a primary or general election (a) In general Clause 8 of rule XXIV of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by striking less than 90 days before the date of a primary or general election (whether regular, special, or runoff) in which such individual is a candidate for public office and inserting on a date during the period described in section 3210(a)(6)(A) of such title . (b) House Communications Standards Commission regulations and guidance Not later than 30 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution— (1) the House Communications Standards Commission shall update any relevant regulation or guidance to reflect the amendment made by subsection (a); and (2) the Committee on House Administration shall make publicly available on the website of the Committee any such regulation or guidance updated under paragraph (1). 2. Clarification with respect to jurisdiction of Committee on House Administration Clause 1(k)(7) of rule X of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by striking Franking Commission and inserting House Communications Standards Commission .
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 734 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 27, 2023 Mr. Ruiz (for himself, Ms. Caraveo , Mr. Bera , Ms. Schrier , and Ms. Salazar ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of October 1 as National Latino and Latina Physician Day .

Whereas the Latino and Latina population in the United States will rise from 42 million individuals in 2005 to 128 million individuals by 2050; Whereas Latinos and Latinas comprise 60 percent of the population growth in the United States; Whereas, by 2050, Latinos and Latinas will account for more than 1 in 4 individuals in the United States and 1 in 3 children in the United States; Whereas only 6 percent of physicians in the United States are Latino or Latina; Whereas only 2 percent of physicians in the United States are Latina; Whereas the Latino and Latina population faces significant barriers to medical care, including high poverty, fewer facilities in Latino and Latina communities, and language and cultural barriers; Whereas a lack of diversity in the medical field leads to worse health outcomes for Latino and Latina patients, including higher rates of chronic disease and maternal mortality; Whereas research shows that when physicians are of the same ethnicity, culture, and language as the patients of such physicians, care and outcomes improve; Whereas the health of the Nation depends on increasing diversity in medicine and increasing the number of Latino and Latina physicians; Whereas the first National Latino and Latina Physician Day occurred across the United States on October 1, 2022, and was supported by multiple national organizations and the Latino and Latina community, including premedical students, resident physicians, and attending physicians; and Whereas the designation of October 1 as National Latino and Latina Physician Day will bring awareness to the benefits Latino and Latina physicians bring to the growing Latino and Latina population and the health of the United States as a whole: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals of increasing the number of Latino and Latina physicians in the United States and increasing diversity in the medical field; and (2) supports the designation of National Latino and Latina Physician Day.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 738 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 28, 2023 Mr. Huizenga submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the goal of the education system shall be that virtually every American student be able to read at grade level or better.

Whereas literacy is an essential skill for success in America; Whereas illiteracy continues to challenge thousands of students annually, across many grade levels; Whereas illiteracy has been a silent epidemic which has not been addressed in America for decades and now finds us at a crisis level; Whereas a literacy gap nationwide—measuring 8th grade students who are reading below proficiency—exists at well over 50 percent; Whereas children who struggle to read, become adults who struggle in society; leading to a cycle of poverty; Whereas literacy transforms the lives of students and creates strong communities; Whereas a literacy curriculum with a structured literacy approach that includes multisensory, phonics, and decoding components are foundational reading skills; Whereas literacy programs that include an individual diagnostic assessment by a certified teacher are best set to improve outcomes; Whereas research shows students who are tutored one-on-one, five days a week achieve grade-level movement in reading; Whereas research shows individuals who can read at least at a high school level are more likely to be hired in the job force; Whereas research shows individuals who can read at least at a high school level are less likely to be incarcerated in prison; Whereas research shows Junior ROTC students who are reading at grade level or better are more likely to be accepted into the military; and Whereas the COVID–19 Pandemic exacerbated learning loss among K–12 students.

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the goal of the education system shall be that virtually every American student be able to read at grade level or better; (2) encourages that literacy programs should be set up to include one-on-one tutoring for each student diagnosed with a literacy gap of one year or more, five days per week until the student is reading at grade level; (3) encourages State and local government agencies working with private organizations with proven literacy programs to work together to identify and establish solutions to illiteracy; and (4) encourages these same State and local government agencies and private organizations to establish adult literacy programs to help adults who have reading gaps below eighth grade.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 740 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 28, 2023 Mr. Joyce of Ohio (for himself, Mrs. Sykes , Mr. Latta , Mr. Johnson of Ohio , Mr. Carter of Texas , Mr. Landsman , Mr. Miller of Ohio , Mr. Balderson , Mr. Carey , and Ms. Brown ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of September 30, 2023, as National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day .

Whereas the wounds sustained through armed service to the United States are both visible and invisible; Whereas some wounds sustained through armed service to the United States may be invisible, but those wounds are treatable if the bearers of those wounds are connected to the right resources; Whereas the Department of Veterans Affairs determined that an average of nearly 17 veterans die by suicide each day; Whereas veterans account for a disproportionate percentage of all adult suicides in the United States; Whereas the surviving family members of veterans who succumb to the invisible wounds of armed service to the United States must not be forgotten and isolated but instead must be directed to available resources and support; Whereas after the loss of a veteran family member to the invisible wounds of armed service to the United States, the family members of that veteran must not lose their link to the support and strength of the military and veteran communities; Whereas the families of veterans who die by suicide hold valuable lessons learned on the lookback that can be used to prevent future suicides in veteran populations; Whereas the voices of the surviving family members of veterans who die by suicide are useful and should be leveraged in prevention efforts; Whereas the need for formal recognition of the families of veterans who succumb to the invisible wounds of armed service to the United States is vital to the strength, health, and survival of the veteran community; Whereas those families should be recognized, supported, and heard on National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day and throughout the year; and Whereas September 30, 2023, is an appropriate day to designate as National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day .
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 741 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 29, 2023 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5525) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 5525) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendments printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution 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 Appropriations or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. Upon passage of H.R. 5525 the title of such bill is amended to read as follows: Reducing spending, securing the border, and for other purposes. .

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 40 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 741 [Report No. 118–230] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 29, 2023 Mr. Reschenthaler , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5525) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 5525) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendments printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution 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 Appropriations or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. Upon passage of H.R. 5525 the title of such bill is amended to read as follows: ``Reducing spending, securing the border, and for other purposes.''.

September 29, 2023 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 742 In the House of Representatives, U. S., September 29, 2023 RESOLUTION

That the House has heard with profound sorrow of the death of the Honorable Dianne Goldman Berman Feinstein, a Senator from the State of California. That the Clerk communicate these resolutions to the Senate and transmit a copy thereof to the family of the deceased. That when the House adjourns today, it adjourn as a further mark of respect to the memory of the deceased Senator.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 745 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 29, 2023 Mr. Correa (for himself and Ms. Tlaib ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability RESOLUTION Expressing profound sorrow over the death of Alexander Michael Odeh.

Whereas Alexander Michael Odeh was born in Jifna, Palestine, on April 4, 1944, and resided in Orange County, California, for most of his adult life, including Santa Ana; 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 at Coastline College and California State University, Fullerton; 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 when 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 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 751 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 29, 2023 Mr. Norcross (for himself, Ms. Bonamici , Ms. Brownley , Mr. Carson , Ms. Castor of Florida , Mr. Cohen , Mr. Costa , Ms. Dean of Pennsylvania , Ms. DelBene , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Harder of California , Ms. Jackson Lee , Mr. Johnson of Georgia , Mr. Krishnamoorthi , Mr. Lawler , Mr. Lieu , Mr. Lynch , Ms. Malliotakis , Mrs. McBath , Mr. Panetta , Mr. Payne , Mr. Peters , Mr. Quigley , Ms. Sánchez , Mr. Schiff , Mr. Schneider , Ms. Titus , Ms. Tlaib , Ms. Tokuda , Ms. Wasserman Schultz , Ms. Wild , and Ms. Velázquez ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of October 1, 2023, as National Animal Rescue Day to create awareness of the importance of animal adoption, to educate on the importance of spaying and neutering animals, and to encourage animal adoptions throughout the United States.

Whereas millions of cats and dogs are placed into shelters every year and hundreds of thousands of healthy, adoptable animals are euthanized; Whereas there are between 3,000 and 4,000 animal shelters throughout the United States in need of medical supplies, blankets, towels, cleaning supplies, food, and educational materials about owning a pet; Whereas increased knowledge and awareness of animal rescue programs throughout the United States will significantly reduce the number of cats and dogs euthanized and reduce the number of animals returned to a shelter who have been rescued; Whereas loving families welcome pets to their new forever home every day, but more adoption is needed; Whereas lowering the number of animals in need of rescue, by spaying and neutering, can help alleviate the overcrowding of the Nation’s shelters; Whereas supporting families’ access to housing and veterinary care can further reduce the number of pets surrendered or abandoned; Whereas years of animal abandonment has left thousands of homeless pets in overpopulated shelters and rescues; Whereas Charlie, one of the thousands of beagles rescued from a breeding facility in 2022, now has a bright future in the laps of his loving new family; Whereas a National Animal Rescue Day would encourage the adoption of rescue animals into loving homes; and Whereas the first Saturday in October would be an appropriate day to designate as National Animal Rescue Day to be celebrated through adoption events, festivals, and charitable giving which will increase revenues for shelters and pet adoptions: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of a National Animal Rescue Day to create awareness for animal rescue programs throughout the year and address the challenge of pet overpopulation through continued spaying and neutering.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 755 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 2, 2023 Ms. Malliotakis (for herself, Mrs. Miller of West Virginia , Ms. Greene of Georgia , Mr. Collins , Mr. Austin Scott of Georgia , Mr. Tony Gonzales of Texas , Mrs. Miller of Illinois , Mr. Palmer , Mr. Rosendale , Mr. Weber of Texas , Mr. Nehls , Mr. Brecheen , Mr. Moore of Alabama , Ms. Hageman , Mr. Babin , and Mr. Norman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Ethics RESOLUTION Providing for the expulsion of Representative Jamaal Bowman from the House of Representatives.

That, pursuant to article I, section 5, clause 2 of the Constitution of the United States, Representative Jamaal Bowman be, and he hereby is expelled, from the House of Representatives.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 757 In the House of Representatives, U. S., October 3, 2023 RESOLUTION Declaring the office of Speaker of the House of Representatives to be vacant.

That the office of Speaker of the House of Representatives is hereby declared to be vacant.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 759 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 3, 2023 Mr. Flood submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of October as Manufacturing Month .

Whereas, in 2021, manufacturers contributed $2,496,000,000 to the economy, accounting for 10.70 percent of gross domestic product; Whereas this figure is an all-time high; Whereas more than 13,200,000 people in the United States (or 10.3 percent of the workforce) are employed directly in manufacturing in 2022, while many millions more jobs are supported through the supply chain and related industries; Whereas, in August 2023, the average hourly earnings for the manufacturing worker was $32.61 an hour; Whereas, in 2022, every dollar spent in manufacturing adds an additional $2.79 to the economy, making it the highest multiplier of any economic sector; Whereas, in 2022, manufacturing represented 60 percent of American exports; and Whereas the month of October would be an appropriate time to designate as Manufacturing Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of Manufacturing Month .
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 760 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 3, 2023 Mr. Thompson of Pennsylvania (for himself, Mr. David Scott of Georgia , Mrs. Rodgers of Washington , and Mr. Cuellar ) submitted the following resolution October 25, 2023 Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce , and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture , 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 October 1 through October 7, 2023, as National 4–H Week .

Whereas 4–H is the largest youth development organization in the United States, supporting nearly 6,000,000 young people across the United States; Whereas 4–H helps young people become confident, independent, resilient, and compassionate leaders; Whereas 4–H is delivered by the Cooperative Extension System, a community of more than 110 land-grant colleges and universities across the United States that provides experiences for young people to learn through hands-on projects in the important areas of health, science, agriculture, and civic engagement; Whereas the National Institute of Food and Agriculture of the Department of Agriculture serves as the Federal partner of 4–H in collaboration with land-grant colleges and universities, the Cooperative Extension System, and the National 4–H Council; Whereas National 4–H Week showcases the incredible ways that 4–H provides opportunities for all young people and highlights the remarkable members of 4–H in all 50 States and across the globe who work each day to make a positive impact on other individuals; Whereas the 4–H network of nearly 600,000 volunteers and 3,500 professionals provides caring and supportive mentoring to all members of 4–H, helping members to grow into true leaders, entrepreneurs, and visionaries; and Whereas members of 4–H will celebrate National 4–H Week during the week of October 1 through October 7, 2023: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National 4–H Week ; (2) recognizes the important role of 4–H as the youth development program of the Nation’s Cooperative Extension System and the Department of Agriculture; and (3) encourages all citizens to recognize 4–H for the significant impact the organization and members have made and continue to make by empowering young people with the skills needed to lead for a lifetime.
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 761 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 6, 2023 Mr. Boyle of Pennsylvania (for himself, Ms. Porter , Mr. Mfume , Mr. Carson , Mr. Gomez , and Mr. Correa ) submitted the following resolution October 25, 2023 Referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to limit the eligibility for nomination to serve as Speaker of the House of Representatives to Members and Members-elect of the House.

1. Short title This resolution may be cited as the Mandating that being an Elected Member Be an Essential Requirement for Speakership Resolution or the MEMBERS Resolution . 2. Limiting eligibility for nomination to Speaker to Members and Members-elect Rule I of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: Eligibility for nomination to serve as Speaker 13. An individual is not eligible to be nominated to serve as Speaker unless the individual is a Member, Delegate, or Resident Commissioner (or, in the case of a nomination made prior to the beginning of the Congress in which the individual would serve as Speaker, is a Member-elect, Delegate-elect, or Resident Commissioner-elect). .
IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 764 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 6, 2023 Mr. Garbarino (for himself, Mr. Amodei , Mr. LaLota , Mr. D'Esposito , Mr. Molinaro , Ms. Malliotakis , Ms. Tenney , Mr. Lawler , Ms. Stefanik , Mr. Langworthy , Mr. Williams of New York , Mr. Van Drew , Mr. Fleischmann , Mrs. Miller of West Virginia , and Mr. LaMalfa ) submitted the following resolution October 25, 2023 Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability 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 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 765 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 6, 2023 Mr. Pascrell (for himself, Mr. Amodei , Ms. Bonamici , Mr. Deluzio , Ms. DeLauro , Mr. Peters , Mr. Garbarino , Mr. Pallone , Mr. Panetta , Ms. Foxx , and Ms. Salazar ) submitted the following resolution October 25, 2023 Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability RESOLUTION Urging the people of the United States to observe the month of October 2023 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 2023 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.