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III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 508 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 14, 2023 Mr. Braun submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing Interscholastic Athletic Administrators’ Day on December 14, 2023.

Whereas, each December, the Senate recognizes the positive contributions of interscholastic athletic administrators; Whereas the Senate recognizes the position of interscholastic athletic administrator as an important contributor to the education of students in the United States that helps foster the development of students physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally; Whereas, for students, interscholastic athletic participation is an integral part of the educational experience and enhances the learning and maturation process; Whereas interscholastic athletic administrators serve as guardians of education-based athletics, which includes ensuring the safety and well-being of all student-athletes; Whereas interscholastic athletic administrators have stewardship over more than 7,800,000 students in high schools across the United States; Whereas the existence of well-trained and supported interscholastic athletic administrators is essential to the operation of the education system in the United States; Whereas interscholastic athletic administrators are often among the first individuals to arrive at school each morning so that student-athletes have opportunities to use athletic facilities, stay later in the evening as various sports teams practice, and often work weekends during interscholastic competitions; Whereas interscholastic athletic administrators are committed to developing and maintaining comprehensive education-based athletic programs that seek to achieve the highest development of all student-athletes; Whereas State interscholastic athletic administrator associations report that the field is experiencing high turnover rates; Whereas the retention of the interscholastic athletic administrator workforce in the United States is essential to protecting school-based athletics as part of a robust educational experience; and Whereas the athletic programs run by interscholastic athletic administrators have impacts that extend well beyond playing fields, athletic venues, and even schools: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the annual recognition of Interscholastic Athletic Administrators’ Day on December 14, 2023; (2) commends interscholastic athletic administrators for the 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 individuals who lead secondary school athletics throughout the United States, providing continuous learning, professional development, and resources to assist interscholastic athletic administrators.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 513 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 18, 2023 Mr. Tillis (for Mr. Budd (for himself, Mr. Brown , Mr. Tillis , Mr. Vance , Mr. Braun , and Mr. Young )) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing December 17 as Wright Brothers Day and commemorating the 120th anniversary of the first powered flight.

Whereas, on December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright (referred to in this preamble as the Wright Brothers ) of Dayton, Ohio, performed the first powered, controlled, sustained, heavier-than-air flight, near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina; Whereas the Wright Brothers continued their experiments and flights in the United States and throughout Europe for people to see the miracle of flight; Whereas the successful first flight by the Wright Brothers launched a new era of exploration, from the solo transatlantic flight by Charles Lindbergh, to the Apollo 11 moon landing by Neil Armstrong, and beyond; Whereas people of the United States achieved the first supersonic flight less than 50 years after the first flight by the Wright Brothers, and achieved manned spaceflight less than 60 years after the first flight by the Wright Brothers; Whereas the modern commercial aviation system that links the world through commerce, trade, and travel owes its existence to the work of the Wright Brothers; Whereas the 3-axis control system devised for the Wright Flyer remains the standard for fixed-wing aircraft; Whereas the original Wright Flyer remains on display at the National Air and Space Museum of the Smithsonian Institution on the National Mall; Whereas the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, welcomes more than 400,000 visitors annually to the location of the first flight by the Wright Brothers; Whereas the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park in Dayton, Ohio, welcomes more than 90,000 visitors annually to the locations where the Wright Brothers lived, worked, and conducted many test flights; Whereas the Wright Brothers gave rise to a world of aviation supported and enjoyed by enthusiasts, hobbyists, and aeronautical professionals across the world; Whereas the Wright Brothers finally realized the ancient and universal human aspiration to defy gravity; Whereas, in 1959 and 1961, Congress passed, and the President signed into law, joint resolutions designating December 17 as Wright Brothers Day ; Whereas, in 1963, Public Law 88–209 ( 36 U.S.C. 143 ) permanently designated December 17 each year as Wright Brothers Day ; and Whereas the inventive, courageous, and perseverant nature of the Wright Brothers exemplifies the spirit of the United States and the people of the United States; Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes December 17 as Wright Brothers Day ; (2) commemorates December 17, 2023, as the 120th anniversary of the first flight of Orville and Wilbur Wright; and (3) calls on the people of the United States to observe Wright Brothers Day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 517 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 20, 2023 Mr. Brown (for himself and Mr. Vance ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the Columbus Crew for winning the 2023 Major League Soccer Cup.

Whereas, on December 9, 2023, the Columbus Crew defeated the Los Angeles Football Club by a score of 2 to 1 in Columbus, Ohio, in the 2023 Major League Soccer (referred to in this preamble as the MLS ) Cup; Whereas the Columbus Crew have captured their third MLS Cup in franchise history and have brought the Philip F. Anschutz Trophy back to Columbus; Whereas every member of the 2023 Columbus Crew team played an integral role in bringing the MLS Cup to Columbus; Whereas the Columbus Crew’s fans set the franchise’s single-season attendance record in 2023 and helped provide a crucial home-field advantage in the playoffs and Cup Final; and Whereas the 2023 Columbus Crew have brought pride and elation to Columbus and the entire State of Ohio by winning the 2023 MLS Cup: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Columbus Crew for winning the 2023 Major League Soccer Cup; (2) recognizes the contributions and achievements of all the players, coaches, and staff who contributed to the 2023 season; (3) applauds the fans of the Columbus Crew; and (4) respectfully directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) the president and general manager of the Columbus Crew, Central Ohio native Tim Bezbatchenko; (B) proud Ohioan and captain of the Columbus Crew, Darlington Nagbe; and (C) the board of directors of the Nordecke supporters collective, one of the great fan bases in Major League Soccer who helped Save The Crew .
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 519 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 11, 2024 Mr. Thune (for himself and Mr. Rounds ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the South Dakota State University Jackrabbits on winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Championship Subdivision title.

Whereas, on January 7, 2024, the South Dakota State University (referred to in this preamble as “SDSU”) Jackrabbits defeated the University of Montana Grizzlies by a score of 23-3 in the 2024 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”) championship game in Frisco, Texas; Whereas the SDSU Jackrabbits football program, for the second consecutive year, have won the national championship; Whereas the SDSU Jackrabbits finished the 2023–2024 season undefeated with an overall record of 15 wins and 0 losses, with 8 wins and 0 losses in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, and earned the #1 seed in the FCS playoffs; Whereas the SDSU Jackrabbits have qualified for the FCS playoffs in each of the past 12 seasons; Whereas, during the 2023–2024 season, the SDSU Jackrabbits— (1) averaged 37.33 points and 449.9 yards per game; and (2) allowed only 9.27 points and 257.2 yards per game on average; Whereas the Head Coach Jimmy Rogers was introduced as the 21 st head football coach for SDSU on January 20, 2023; Whereas Coach Rogers was awarded the Stats Perform 2023 Eddie Robinson Award, given to the FCS coach of the year; and Whereas President Barry Dunn and Athletic Director Justin Sell have cultivated a standard of excellence within SDSU athletics and guided the athletic programs at SDSU to national prominence: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates and honors the South Dakota State University football team on a successful season and for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Championship Subdivision title; (2) recognizes the hard work, dedication, determination, and commitment of the South Dakota State University football players, coaches, and staff; and (3) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) the President of South Dakota State University, Barry Dunn; (B) the Athletic Director of South Dakota State University, Justin Sell; and (C) the Head Coach of the South Dakota State University Jackrabbits football team, Jimmy Rogers.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 520 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 11, 2024 Ms. Stabenow (for herself and Mr. Peters ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation January 17, 2024 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the University of Michigan Wolverines football team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association College Football National Championship.

Whereas, on January 8, 2024, the University of Michigan Wolverines football team (referred to in this preamble as the Michigan Wolverines ) won the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association College Football National Championship, defeating the University of Washington Huskies by a score of 34–13; Whereas this victory follows a thrilling and historic Rose Bowl playoff victory and the team’s 3 rd consecutive Big Ten Conference Championship Game victory; Whereas the Michigan Wolverines played an undefeated season, becoming the first football team in school history to achieve a perfect 15–0 record in a single season; Whereas, this season, the Michigan Wolverines became the first college football program in history to win 1,000 games; Whereas 46 players on this championship-winning team are also Fall 2023 Academic All-Big Ten honorees; Whereas this national championship victory marks the 12th time in program history the Michigan Wolverines have won the prestigious title of national champions; Whereas this victory is a testament to the dedication, perseverance, and hard work ethic of the players, coaches, and staff of the Michigan Wolverines football program; and Whereas this remarkable team has made the entire State of Michigan deeply proud: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the University of Michigan Wolverines football team for an incredible season and for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Football National Championship; (2) recognizes the achievements of all players, coaches, and staff who contributed to the team’s success; and (3) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) the President of the University of Michigan, Santa Ono; (B) the Athletic Director of the University of Michigan, Warde Manuel; and (C) the Head Coach of the University of Michigan Wolverines football team, Jim Harbaugh.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 520 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 11, 2024 Ms. Stabenow (for herself and Mr. Peters ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation RESOLUTION Congratulating the University of Michigan Wolverines football team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association College Football National Championship.

Whereas, on January 8, 2024, the University of Michigan Wolverines football team (referred to in this preamble as the Michigan Wolverines ) won the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association College Football National Championship, defeating the University of Washington Huskies by a score of 34–13; Whereas this victory follows a thrilling and historic Rose Bowl playoff victory and the team’s 3 rd consecutive Big Ten Conference Championship Game victory; Whereas the Michigan Wolverines played an undefeated season, becoming the first football team in school history to achieve a perfect 15–0 record in a single season; Whereas, this season, the Michigan Wolverines became the first college football program in history to win 1,000 games; Whereas 46 players on this championship-winning team are also Fall 2023 Academic All-Big Ten honorees; Whereas this national championship victory marks the 12th time in program history the Michigan Wolverines have won the prestigious title of national champions; Whereas this victory is a testament to the dedication, perseverance, and hard work ethic of the players, coaches, and staff of the Michigan Wolverines football program; and Whereas this remarkable team has made the entire State of Michigan deeply proud: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the University of Michigan Wolverines football team for an incredible season and for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Football National Championship; (2) recognizes the achievements of all players, coaches, and staff who contributed to the team’s success; and (3) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) the President of the University of Michigan, Santa Ono; (B) the Athletic Director of the University of Michigan, Warde Manuel; and (C) the Head Coach of the University of Michigan Wolverines football team, Jim Harbaugh.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 522 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 11, 2024 Mr. Schumer (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Todd .

Whereas, in the case of United States v. Todd , CR. No. 22–166, pending in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, the prosecution has requested the production of testimony from Daniel Schwager, a former employee of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate; Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. §§ 288b(a) and 288c(a)(2), the Senate may direct its counsel to represent current and former officers and employees of the Senate with respect to any subpoena, order, or request for evidence relating to their official responsibilities; Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the Senate; and Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may promote the administration of justice, the Senate will take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it

That Daniel Schwager, a former employee of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate, is authorized to provide relevant testimony in the case of United States v. Todd , except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. 2. The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent Mr. Schwager, and any current or former officer or employee of the Secretary's office, in connection with the production of evidence authorized in section one of this resolution.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 526 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 17, 2024 Mrs. Fischer (for herself and Ms. Klobuchar ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Repealing standing orders relating to flowers in the Senate Chamber.

1. Repeal of restriction on flowers (a) In general Senate Resolution 284 (58th Congress), agreed to February 24, 1905, is repealed. (b) Conforming repeal Senate Resolution 221 (98th Congress), agreed to September 15, 1983, is repealed.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 531 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 24, 2024 Mr. Scott of South Carolina (for himself, Mr. Cotton , Mr. Budd , Mr. Johnson , Mr. Hagerty , Mr. Tuberville , Mr. Cassidy , Mrs. Blackburn , Mr. Cramer , Mr. Scott of Florida , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Tillis , Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Risch , Mr. Romney , Mrs. Britt , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Braun , Mr. Lee , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Ricketts , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. McConnell , and Mr. Young ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating the week of January 21 through January 27, 2024, as National School Choice Week .

Whereas providing a diversity of choices in 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 these 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; and Whereas tens of thousands of events are planned to celebrate the benefits of educational choice during the 14th annual National School Choice Week, held the week of January 21 through January 27, 2024: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of January 21 through January 27, 2024, 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 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 533 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 25, 2024 Mr. Heinrich (for himself, Mrs. Britt , Ms. Hirono , Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Fetterman , Mr. King , Mr. Wyden , Ms. Smith , and Mr. Van Hollen ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of January 21 through 27, 2024, as National Board Certified Teachers Week .

Whereas National Board Certification is based on rigorous standards developed by teachers for teachers to demonstrate the ability of teachers to advance student learning and achievement; Whereas research shows that students taught by National Board Certified Teachers learn more, especially in the case of low-income students; Whereas National Board Certified Teachers often positively amplify their expertise by serving in leadership roles as teacher mentors, principals, administrators, and district leaders; Whereas National Board Certified Teachers rank National Board Certification as their most important ongoing formal education, above graduate-level coursework and other training programs; Whereas National Board Certified Teachers are among the thousands of educators around the United States who play a critical role in addressing the learning loss incurred during the COVID–19 pandemic; Whereas 29 States provide salary incentives for National Board Certified Teachers, including 13 States that prioritize incentives in high-needs schools; Whereas 44 percent of National Board Certified Teachers serve students in schools receiving support under part A of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 6311 et seq. ); Whereas, in 2023, 3,527 teachers earned their National Board Certification for the first time and 6,697 teachers successfully maintained their certification, benefitting thousands of students across the country; and Whereas, as of January 2024, there are a total of 137,015 teachers who have achieved National Board Certification: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of the week of January 21 through 27, 2024, as National Board Certified Teacher Week ; (2) recognizes the importance and contributions of National Board Certified Teachers to student learning and achievement; and (3) encourages educators, administrators, school districts, and States— (A) to promote the growth of new National Board Certified Teachers; and (B) to provide the necessary incentives and support to candidates for National Board Certification.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 535 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 30, 2024 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Mrs. Fischer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing January 30, 2024, as Help America Vote Day .

That the Senate— (1) recognizes January 30, 2024, as Help America Vote Day ; (2) recognizes the need for, and appreciation of, the service of poll workers; (3) encourages eligible people to help American citizens to vote in the 2024 elections by serving as poll workers; and (4) encourages voters to contact or visit the website of their local election office for accurate and up-to-date information on voter registration and casting a ballot.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 537 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 31, 2024 Mr. Rounds submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should recognize the 1994 genocide in Rwanda as the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda .

Whereas, in 2018, the United Nations General Assembly amended the title of the annual observance of the genocide in Rwanda on April 7 to be the International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda ; Whereas United States officials have noted publicly that the genocide in Rwanda was intended to destroy Tutsi ; Whereas, on April 7, 2023, Secretary of State Blinken stated, The U.S. stands with Rwanda … in remembering the Tutsi victims of genocide. We also mourn the others who were murdered for their opposition to a genocidal regime. ; Whereas the United States Integrated Country Strategy for Rwanda (approved March 14, 2022) refers to the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi ethnic group ; Whereas Rwandan officials, in appropriately opposing genocide denial or revisionism, aptly note that any nomenclature that does not specifically use the phrase genocide against the Tutsi is ambiguous and conducive to genocide denial or revisionism; Whereas the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum notes in its public educational materials on the genocide in Rwanda that the victims were predominantly Tutsi and that the goal of Hutu extremist leaders was for Rwandan Tutsis to be exterminated ; Whereas the United States-based nongovernmental organization Human Rights Watch, which played a central role in documenting the genocide in Rwanda and in supporting international efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice, found that the Tutsi were being targeted for elimination ; Whereas European diplomats refer to the genocide against the Tutsi in public statements; Whereas, starting in 2022, the Government of the United Kingdom has used the terminology genocide against the Tutsi ; and Whereas the United States is the only major country in the world to publicly reject the terminology genocide against the Tutsi : Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) the United States should recognize the 1994 genocide in Rwanda as the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda ; (2) the Secretary of State should publicly affirm that terminology; and (3) other types of atrocities occurred alongside the genocide against the Tutsi, and the history of the genocide should clearly affirm the other experiences of mass violence against Rwandans during the same period, including the killings and other violence experienced by Hutus and the Indigenous Twa community, perpetrated by Hutu extremist militias.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 544 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 6, 2024 Mr. Tester (for himself, Mr. Daines , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Luján , Ms. Klobuchar , Ms. Sinema , Ms. Warren , Ms. Baldwin , Ms. Smith , Mr. Heinrich , Ms. Hirono , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Bennet , Ms. Rosen , Mr. Rounds , Mr. Johnson , Mr. Cramer , Mr. Lankford , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Thune , Mr. Moran , Mrs. Fischer , and Mr. Kelly ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week beginning February 5, 2024, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week .

Whereas there are 34 Tribal Colleges and Universities operating on more than 90 campuses in 15 States; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities are tribally chartered or federally chartered institutions of higher education and therefore have a unique relationship with the Federal Government; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities serve students from more than 230 federally recognized Indian tribes; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities offer students access to knowledge and skills grounded in cultural traditions and values, including indigenous languages, which— (1) enhances Indian communities; and (2) enriches the United States as a nation; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities provide access to high-quality postsecondary educational opportunities for— (1) American Indians; (2) Alaska Natives; and (3) other individuals that live in some of the most isolated and economically depressed areas in the United States; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities are accredited institutions of higher education that prepare students to succeed in the global and highly competitive workforce; Whereas Tribal Colleges and Universities have open enrollment policies, and approximately 13 percent of the students at Tribal Colleges and Universities are non-Indian individuals; and Whereas the collective mission and the considerable achievements of Tribal Colleges and Universities deserve national recognition: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week beginning February 5, 2024, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week ; and (2) calls on the people of the United States and interested groups to observe National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week with appropriate activities and programs to demonstrate support for Tribal Colleges and Universities.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 552 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 8 (legislative day, February 7), 2024 Mr. Schumer (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize testimony and representation in People of the State of Michigan v. Berden, et al.

Whereas, in the case of People of the State of Michigan v. Berden, et al. , Case Nos. 23–02209–FY et seq , pending in the 54–A District Court in the City of Lansing, Michigan, the prosecution has requested the production of testimony from Daniel Schwager, a former employee of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate; Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. §§ 288b(a) and 288c(a)(2), the Senate may direct its counsel to represent current and former officers and employees of the Senate with respect to any subpoena, order, or request for evidence relating to their official responsibilities; Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the Senate; and Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may promote the administration of justice, the Senate will take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it

That Daniel Schwager, a former employee of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate, is authorized to provide relevant testimony in the case of People of the State of Michigan v. Berden, et al. , except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. 2. The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent Mr. Schwager, and any current or former or employee of the Secretary's office, in connection with the production of evidence authorized in section one of this resolution.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 556 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 9, 2024 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Mrs. Fischer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To provide for the printing of the Senate Manual for the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress.

That a revised edition of the Senate Manual for the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress be prepared by the Committee on Rules and Administration and printed as a Senate document, and that 1,500 additional copies shall be printed and bound for the use of the Senate, bound and delivered as may be directed by the Committee on Rules and Administration.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 557 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 9, 2024 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Mrs. Fischer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Authorizing the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to conduct quarterly blood donation drives.

1. Quarterly Senate blood donation drives (a) Authorization (1) In general During calendar year 2024, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate (referred to in this resolution as the Sergeant at Arms ) is authorized to conduct a blood donation drive once every quarter, in accordance with paragraphs (2) and (3). (2) Date selection The Sergeant at Arms shall, in consultation with the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, select the date for each drive conducted under paragraph (1). (3) Selection of locations and partnering blood donation organizations (A) In general The Sergeant at Arms shall identify and, with the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, select a location and a partnering blood donation organization for each drive conducted under paragraph (1). (B) Member requests In identifying appropriate partnering blood donation organizations under subparagraph (A), the Sergeant at Arms may consider a request from a Senator for a specific blood donation organization. (b) Implementation Physical preparations for the conduct of, and the implementation of, each drive authorized under subsection (a)(1) shall be carried out in accordance with such conditions as the Sergeant at Arms, in consultation with the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, may prescribe.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 558 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 9, 2024 Mr. Schmitt (for himself and Mr. Hawley ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the University of Missouri Tigers for winning the 2023 Cotton Bowl Classic.

Whereas, on December 29, 2023, the University of Missouri Tigers football team (referred to in this preamble as the Tigers ) defeated the nationally ranked Ohio State University Buckeyes, 14 to 3, to win the 2023 Cotton Bowl Classic (referred to in this preamble as the Cotton Bowl ); Whereas the victory in the Cotton Bowl is a testament to the skill, dedication, and hard work of the Tigers; Whereas the Tigers demonstrated teamwork and sportsmanship during the Cotton Bowl and throughout the 2023 season; Whereas, during the 2023 season, the Tigers achieved a record of 11 wins and 2 losses; Whereas the Tigers attained a final ranking of 8th in the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic Association (referred to in this preamble as NCAA ) Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (referred to in this preamble as FBS ) football season; Whereas the coaching staff, led by the head coach of the Tigers, Eliah Drinkwitz, provided leadership and strategy, contributing to the victories throughout the season and Eliah Drinkwitz being awarded the 2023 Southeastern Conference (referred to in this preamble as SEC ) Football Coach of the Year; Whereas Brady Cook, named the Offensive Most Valuable Player for the Cotton Bowl, and Johnny Walker Jr., named the Defensive Most Valuable Player for the Cotton Bowl, were acknowledged for their outstanding performances during the Cotton Bowl; Whereas several players on the Tigers received recognition during the 2023 season, including— (1) Cody Schrader, who earned the 2023 Burlsworth Trophy, which is awarded annually to the most outstanding college football player at the FBS level who began their college career as a walk-on; (2) 7 players earning 1st or 2nd Team All-SEC honors; (3) 2 players earning Walter Camp All-America honors; and (4) 4 players earning Associated Press All-America honors; and Whereas fans of the Tigers demonstrated passion and dedication in supporting their team throughout the 2023 NCAA Division I FBS football season: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commends the University of Missouri Tigers football team (referred to in this resolution as the Tigers ) on winning the 2023 Cotton Bowl Classic; (2) recognizes the achievements, contributions, and dedication of the players, coaches, management, and support staff of the Tigers; (3) congratulates the alumni, students, and faculty of the University of Missouri; and (4) respectfully directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) the chancellor of the University of Missouri, Mun Choi; (B) the director of athletics of the University of Missouri, Desiree Reed-Francois; and (C) the head coach of the Tigers, Eliah Drinkwitz.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 563 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 13 (legislative day, February 12), 2024 Mr. Braun (for himself and Mr. Young ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Hulman Center.

Whereas the Hulman Center was funded by donation and bond issues after an initial $2,500,000 gift from the philanthropist Tony Hulman, the patriarch of the Hulman family; Whereas construction started on the Hulman Center, initially named the Hulman Civic University Center, in Terre Haute, Indiana on December 14, 1971; Whereas the Hulman Center can hold up to 10,000 people; Whereas, on December 14, 1973, the facility opened and held its first game, a men's basketball game between the Indiana State Sycamores and the Purdue Boilermakers; Whereas the Hulman Center is home to the Indiana State Sycamores basketball teams; Whereas the Indiana State Sycamores men's basketball team's first season was in 1896, making it one of the oldest basketball teams in the NCAA, along with Bucknell University, the University of Minnesota, the University of Washington, and Yale University; Whereas the Hulman Center has served as the site of several NCAA championship events, including the 1974 Midwest Region of the NCAA Tournament; Whereas the Hulman Center was the site of the 1975 NCAA Gymnastics National Championship; Whereas the Hulman Center was home to Indiana State men’s basketball team’s most memorable season, 1978–1979, when most of the games were standing-room-only; Whereas, during the 1978–1979 season, National Player of the Year Larry Bird led an undefeated team to its first-ever NCAA Division I Tournament, as well as the Associated Press and United Press International titles; Whereas the Hulman Center is the site of the 1979 Missouri Valley Conference men’s basketball tournament title game; Whereas the Indiana State Sycamores men’s basketball team was runner-up in the 1979 NCAA National Championship and was nationally recognized as the best team in the country, including by the Associated Press; Whereas, in its first 5 years, the Hulman Center hosted 95 concerts; Whereas, over the years, the Hulman Center has hosted many concerts, including performances by Elvis Presley, Van Halen, Frank Sinatra, Johnny Carson, Kiss, John Denver, Bob Dylan, Aerosmith, Earth Wind and Fire, Willy Nelson, Styx, John Mellencamp, Sheryl Crow, and many memorable musical acts; and Whereas, from 2018 to 2020, Indiana State University underwent a renovation of the Hulman Center: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes that the Hulman Center has played a significant role in the history of the city of Terre Haute, Indiana State University, and the State of Indiana; (2) recognizes that the Hulman Center continues to be an important and valuable gathering space to its visitors and Hoosiers; and (3) recognizes the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Hulman Center.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 564 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 13 (legislative day, February 12), 2024 Mr. Scott of Florida (for himself and Mr. Rubio ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Honoring the memories of the victims of the senseless attack at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on February 14, 2018.

Whereas, on February 14, 2018, a mass shooting that took the lives of 17 teachers and students took place at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida; Whereas the people of the United States continue to pray for the individuals who were affected by this tragedy; Whereas the Parkland community has shown strength, compassion, and unity over the past 6 years; and Whereas February 14, 2024, marks 6 years since the horrific attack: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) honors the memories of the victims of the senseless attack at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on February 14, 2018, and offers heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to the families, loved ones, and friends of the victims; (2) honors the survivors of the attack and pledges continued support for their recovery; (3) recognizes the strength and resilience of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School community; and (4) expresses gratitude to the emergency medical and health care professionals of the Parkland community for their efforts in responding to the attack and caring for the victims and survivors.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 568 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 28, 2024 Ms. Collins (for herself, Mr. Tester , Mr. Reed , Mr. Casey , Ms. Cantwell , Mrs. Shaheen , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Bennet , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Welch , Mr. Sanders , Mr. King , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Van Hollen , Ms. Hassan , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Kaine , Mrs. Capito , and Mr. Braun ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of February 26 through March 1, 2024, as Public Schools Week .

Whereas public education is a significant institution in a 21st-century democracy; Whereas public schools in the United States educate students about the values and beliefs that hold the individuals of the United States together as a nation; Whereas public schools prepare young individuals of the United States to contribute to the society, economy, and citizenry of the country; Whereas 90 percent of children in the United States attend public schools; Whereas Federal, State, and local lawmakers should— (1) prioritize support for strengthening the public schools of the United States; (2) empower superintendents, principals, and other school leaders to implement, manage, and lead school districts and schools in partnership with educators, parents, and other local education stakeholders; and (3) support services and programs that are critical to helping students engage in learning, including counseling, extracurricular activities, and mental health support; Whereas public schools should foster inclusive, safe, and high-quality environments in which children can learn to think critically, problem solve, and build relationships; Whereas public schools should provide environments in which all students have the opportunity to succeed beginning in their earliest years, regardless of who a student is or where a student lives; Whereas Congress should support— (1) efforts to advance equal opportunity and excellence in public education; (2) efforts to implement evidence-based practices in public education; and (3) continuous improvements to public education; Whereas every child should— (1) receive an education that helps the child reach the full potential of the child; and (2) attend a school that offers a high-quality educational experience; Whereas Federal funding, in addition to State and local funds, supports the access of students to inviting classrooms, well-prepared educators, and services to support healthy students, including nutrition and afterschool programs; Whereas teachers, paraprofessionals, and principals should provide students with a well-rounded education and strive to create joy in learning; Whereas superintendents, principals, other school leaders, teachers, paraprofessionals, and parents make public schools vital components of communities and are working hard to improve educational outcomes for children across the country; and Whereas the week of February 26 through March 1, 2024, is an appropriate period to designate as “Public Schools Week”: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate designates the week of February 26 through March 1, 2024, as Public Schools Week .
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 570 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 29, 2024 Mr. Grassley (for himself, Mr. Coons , Mr. Cramer , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Lankford , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Daines , Mr. Scott of Florida , Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mrs. Blackburn , Mr. King , Mr. Carper , Mr. Durbin , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Warnock , and Mr. Merkley ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating March 1, 2024, as National Speech and Debate Education Day .

Whereas it is essential for youth to learn and practice the art of communicating with and without technology; Whereas speech and debate education offers students myriad forms of public speaking through which students may develop talent and exercise unique voice and character; Whereas speech and debate education gives students the 21st century skills of communication, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration; Whereas critical analysis and effective communication allow important ideas, texts, and philosophies the opportunity to flourish; Whereas personal, professional, and civic interactions are enhanced by the ability of the participants in those interactions to listen, concur, question, and dissent with reason and compassion; Whereas students who participate in speech and debate have chosen a challenging activity that requires regular practice, dedication, and hard work; Whereas teachers and coaches of speech and debate devote in-school, afterschool, and weekend hours to equip students with life-changing skills and opportunities; Whereas National Speech and Debate Education Day emphasizes the lifelong impact of providing people of the United States with the confidence and preparation to both discern and share views; Whereas National Speech and Debate Education Day acknowledges that most achievements, celebrations, commemorations, and pivotal moments in modern history begin, end, or are crystallized with public address; Whereas National Speech and Debate Education Day recognizes that learning to research, construct, and present an argument is integral to personal advocacy, social movements, and the making of public policy; Whereas the National Speech & Debate Association, in conjunction with national and local partners, honors and celebrates the importance of speech and debate through National Speech and Debate Education Day; and Whereas National Speech and Debate Education Day emphasizes the importance of speech and debate education and the integration of speech and debate education across grade levels and disciplines: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates March 1, 2024, as National Speech and Debate Education Day ; (2) strongly affirms the purposes of National Speech and Debate Education Day; and (3) encourages educational institutions, businesses, community and civic associations, and all people of the United States to celebrate and promote National Speech and Debate Education Day.