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III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 572 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 5, 2024 Ms. Ernst (for herself and Mr. Grassley ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation RESOLUTION Congratulating Iowa native Caitlin Clark on becoming the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I basketball leading scorer.

Whereas, on March 3, 2024, during a basketball game between the University of Iowa Hawkeyes and the Ohio State University Buckeyes, Caitlin Clark (referred to in this preamble as Clark ) became the National Collegiate Athletic Association (referred to in this preamble as the NCAA ) Division I basketball all-time leading scorer; Whereas, because of Clark and the University of Iowa Hawkeyes women’s basketball team (referred to in this preamble as the Hawkeyes ), women’s sports are being covered and talked about at the national level in the United States with the same fervor as men’s sports; Whereas the Hawkeyes have sold out games at home in Carver Hawkeye Arena and on the road in arenas across the United States; Whereas every sold-out game is full of young girls watching Clark and the Hawkeyes demonstrate the excitement, competition, and fun that is possible because of women’s sports; Whereas women’s sports serve as an important way for young girls to develop discipline, teamwork, confidence, and leadership skills, and the achievements of female athletes should be celebrated; Whereas Clark serves as a role model, demonstrating that dreams are achievable with hard work and dedication; and Whereas Iowans are proud of Clark and thankful for the opportunity to watch Clark, one of the greatest athletes to ever play college basketball, compete for the Hawkeyes: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates Caitlin Clark on becoming the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I basketball all-time leading scorer; and (2) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) Caitlin Clark; (B) the athletic director at the University of Iowa, Beth Goetz; and (C) the head coach of the University of Iowa Hawkeyes women’s basketball team, Lisa Bluder.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 574 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 6, 2024 Mr. Scott of Florida submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Expressing support for starting and growing a family through in vitro fertilization.

Whereas in vitro fertilization (IVF) is a type of assisted reproductive technology developed and used for infertility treatment in adult women; Whereas the first successful birth of a child conceived through the IVF process occurred in 1978, and since that time, millions of children worldwide have been conceived using IVF; Whereas, according to a 2015 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 1,000,000 children have been born in the United States between 1987 and 2015 through the use of assisted reproductive technologies, including IVF; and Whereas, according to the CDC, in the United States— (1) about 1 in 5 women with no prior births are unable to get pregnant after 1 year of trying to conceive a child, leading to a diagnosis of infertility; (2) about 1 in 4 women experiencing infertility have difficulty carrying a pregnancy to term; and (3) in 2021, more than 97,000 children were born using assisted reproductive technologies, including IVF: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) affirms the desire of parents trying to conceive a child to start or grow a family; (2) expresses sympathy for the millions of parents experiencing infertility issues as they strive to start or grow a family and recognizes the immense physical, emotional, and psychological toll of pursuing medical assistance for infertility, including in vitro fertilization; (3) cherishes the millions of children born through the use of medical assistance to overcome infertility, including through in vitro fertilization; (4) recognizes that medical assistance for infertility, including in vitro fertilization, is, and remains, legal in all States and territories of the United States; (5) affirms that laws enacted by Congress should promote the sanctity of human life and support the development and growth of families in the United States; (6) encourages further clinical research to improve outcomes for parents seeking medical assistance to overcome infertility as they strive to start or grow a family; and (7) supports State legislative and regulatory actions to establish health, safety, and ethical standards for medical facilities offering assisted reproductive technologies, including in vitro fertilization.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 577 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 6, 2024 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Ms. Smith ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing and honoring Burnsville, Minnesota, law enforcement and first responders for their heroic actions.

Whereas Burnsville Police Officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge and Firefighter/Paramedic Adam Finseth died in the line of duty on February 18, 2024, while responding to a domestic situation in Burnsville, Minnesota; Whereas Officer Paul Elmstrand dedicated over 6 years of service to the Burnsville Police Department, joined the department in 2017 as a Community Service Officer and was promoted to Officer in 2019, and served as part of the department’s mobile command staff, peer team, honor guard, and field training unit; Whereas Officer Matthew Ruge dedicated over 3 years of service to the Burnsville Police Department, joining the department in 2020, where he was a physical evidence officer and a member of the crisis negotiation team; Whereas Firefighter/Paramedic Adam Finseth dedicated 5 years of service to the Burnsville Fire Department, served as a water rescue trainer and on Burnsville’s Health and Wellness Committee, and was an Army veteran serving during Operation Iraqi Freedom; Whereas Officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge and Firefighter/Paramedic Adam Finseth will be remembered as heroes who protected their community and loved their families and friends; Whereas Police Sergeant Adam Medlicott was injured and hospitalized while responding to the call; and Whereas Sergeant Adam Medlicott has served with the Burnsville Police Department since 2014 in various roles, including as a patrol officer, drug recognition specialist, and field training officer, and was promoted to sergeant in 2022: Now therefore be it

That the Senate— (1) expresses deep condolences to the families and colleagues of Burnsville, Minnesota, Police Officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge and Firefighter/Paramedic Adam Finseth, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty and whose sacrifice will not be forgotten; (2) honors the bravery of Police Sergeant Adam Medlicott; (3) recognizes all of the countless selfless and heroic actions carried out by local law enforcement and first responders; (4) expresses strong support for law enforcement and first responders in Minnesota and across the United States who protect and serve their communities; and (5) acknowledges the importance of honoring and remembering fallen law enforcement and first responders killed in the line of duty.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 579 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 6, 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. Kenyon .

Whereas, in the case of United States v. Kenyon , Cr. No. 23-101, 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. Kenyon , 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. 583 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 7, 2024 Ms. Smith (for herself, Mr. Tillis , Mr. Young , and Mr. Booker ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary March 20, 2024 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the National League of Cities and the support it provides to municipalities across the United States.

Whereas the National League of Cities is the oldest and largest organization representing municipal governments throughout the United States, representing the interests of more than 19,000 cities, towns, and villages across the country and collectively more than 218,000,000 residents; Whereas the National League of Cities, originally named the American Municipal Association, was founded in 1924 in Lawrence, Kansas, by State municipal leagues seeking more coordination and national representation as cities, towns, and villages expanded rapidly following the Industrial Revolution; Whereas, today, the National League of Cities works in partnership with 49 State municipal leagues across the country to strengthen local leadership, drive innovation, and influence policies that impact local programs and operations; Whereas, as the voice in Washington that represents cities, towns, and villages across the United States, the National League of Cities has successfully championed Federal legislative solutions that support municipalities and has worked closely with Congress, educating Members of Congress on the realities of local implementation of proposed Federal legislation; Whereas the National League of Cities has a history of championing the passage of foundational Federal legislation and bolstering Congress' efforts to strengthen essential services that municipalities provide to their communities; Whereas the National League of Cities is proud that 21 percent of the membership of the Senate and the House of Representatives, or 115 elected Members of Congress, are former local elected officials; Whereas the National League of Cities supported the creation of the Former Local Elected Officials Caucus, which brings together Members of Congress who previously served in local government, to improve intergovernmental partnership and ensure that the voices of local governments are heard in Federal decision-making; and Whereas, two National League of Cities’ presidents, Senator Richard G. Lugar, former mayor of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Senator George Voinovich, former mayor of Cleveland, Ohio, went on to have distinguished careers in the United States Senate and worked closely with local leaders to strengthen the Federal-local partnership: Now, therefore, be it

That the United States Senate recognizes— (1) the 100th anniversary of the National League of Cities; and (2) the role that the National League of Cities will play in the next century in supporting municipalities with— (A) unparalleled research; (B) technical expertise; and (C) relentless advocacy as a key partner in preserving and strengthening the Federal-local partnership.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 583 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 7, 2024 Ms. Smith (for herself, Mr. Tillis , and Mr. Young ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the National League of Cities and the support it provides to municipalities across the United States.

Whereas the National League of Cities is the oldest and largest organization representing municipal governments throughout the United States, representing the interests of more than 19,000 cities, towns, and villages across the country and collectively more than 218,000,000 residents; Whereas the National League of Cities, originally named the American Municipal Association, was founded in 1924 in Lawrence, Kansas, by State municipal leagues seeking more coordination and national representation as cities, towns, and villages expanded rapidly following the Industrial Revolution; Whereas, today, the National League of Cities works in partnership with 49 State municipal leagues across the country to strengthen local leadership, drive innovation, and influence policies that impact local programs and operations; Whereas, as the voice in Washington that represents cities, towns, and villages across the United States, the National League of Cities has successfully championed Federal legislative solutions that support municipalities and has worked closely with Congress, educating Members of Congress on the realities of local implementation of proposed Federal legislation; Whereas the National League of Cities has a history of championing the passage of foundational Federal legislation and bolstering Congress' efforts to strengthen essential services that municipalities provide to their communities; Whereas the National League of Cities is proud that 21 percent of the membership of the Senate and the House of Representatives, or 115 elected Members of Congress, are former local elected officials; Whereas the National League of Cities supported the creation of the Former Local Elected Officials Caucus, which brings together Members of Congress who previously served in local government, to improve intergovernmental partnership and ensure that the voices of local governments are heard in Federal decision-making; and Whereas, two National League of Cities’ presidents, Senator Richard G. Lugar, former mayor of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Senator George Voinovich, former mayor of Cleveland, Ohio, went on to have distinguished careers in the United States Senate and worked closely with local leaders to strengthen the Federal-local partnership: Now, therefore, be it

That the United States Senate recognizes— (1) the 100th anniversary of the National League of Cities; and (2) the role that the National League of Cities will play in the next century in supporting municipalities with— (A) unparalleled research; (B) technical expertise; and (C) relentless advocacy as a key partner in preserving and strengthening the Federal-local partnership.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 586 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 11, 2024 Mr. Grassley (for himself and Mr. Luján ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month .

Whereas deep vein thrombosis (referred to in this preamble as DVT ) is a condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in the deep veins of the body, such as in the arm, abdomen, around the brain, and most commonly in the leg; Whereas a potentially life-threatening complication of DVT is a pulmonary embolism (referred to in this preamble as a PE ), where a blood clot breaks off, travels through the blood stream, and lodges in the lung; Whereas DVT and PEs are serious but often preventable medical conditions; Whereas DVT and PEs affect as many as 900,000 individuals in the United States each year; Whereas DVT and PEs kill an estimated 60,000 to 100,000 individuals in the United States each year, and 1 out of 4 individuals who have a PE die without warning; Whereas deaths caused by DVT and PEs are often preventable; Whereas DVT and PEs are among the leading causes of preventable hospital deaths in the United States; Whereas DVT and PEs are common complications faced by cancer patients, and survival rates are lower for individuals with cancer who also have blood clots; Whereas pregnancy increases the risk of DVT and PEs, and that risk remains elevated for up to 3 months after giving birth; Whereas immobility, surgery, older age, and a family history of clotting and thrombophilia increase the risk of DVT and PEs; Whereas DVT and PEs contribute to up to $10,000,000,000 in incremental medical costs each year in the United States; and Whereas the establishment of March as Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month would raise awareness about these life-threatening but preventable conditions: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month ; and (2) recognizes the importance of raising awareness of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolisms.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 587 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 12, 2024 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Mr. Boozman ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the third week of March 2024 as National CACFP Week .

Whereas the third week of March is annually recognized as National CACFP Week to raise awareness of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (referred to in this preamble as the CACFP ) of the Department of Agriculture; Whereas the Department of Agriculture has reaffirmed— (1) the vital role positive nutritional habits play in the healthy growth of children in the United States; and (2) the importance of nutritional education for the most vulnerable and youngest children, as well as adults, through centers and homes throughout the United States; Whereas, in 2022, the CACFP provided daily meals and snacks to more than 4,700,000 children and more than 113,000 adults in child care centers, adult day care homes, and after-school programs, providing almost 1,800,000,000 meals and snacks in total; Whereas the CACFP not only provides nutritional meals and education but also increases the quality of child care in general, especially for children in low-income areas; Whereas the innovative approach to oversight of the CACFP, which pairs child care centers, adult day care homes, and after-school sites with either a non profit sponsoring organization or a State agency, highlights a unique public-private partnership that supports working families and small businesses; Whereas, although child care can be expensive in many locations throughout the United States, the CACFP increases the effectiveness and viability of child care centers and adult day care homes for many providers, especially in rural areas; and Whereas an increasing number of studies demonstrate that access to the CACFP can measurably and positively impact the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical health and development of children, leading to more favorable outcomes, such as— (1) a decreased likelihood of being hospitalized; (2) an increased likelihood of healthy weight gain; and (3) an increased likelihood of a more varied diet: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week beginning on March 10, 2024, as National CACFP Week ; and (2) recognizes the role of the Child and Adult Care Food Program in improving the health of the most vulnerable children and adults in child care centers, adult day care homes, and after-school care in the United States by providing nutritious meals and snacks.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 594 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 19, 2024 Mr. Casey (for himself and Mr. Cramer ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary April 18, 2024 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating April 17, 2024, as National Assistive Technology Awareness Day .

Whereas assistive technology is any item, piece of equipment, or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of a person with a disability or an older adult; Whereas an assistive technology service is any service that directly assists a person with a disability or an older adult in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device; Whereas, in 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that 1 in 4 people in the United States, or almost 61,000,000 individuals, has a disability; Whereas, during the 2021–2022 school year, the Department of Education reported that there were more than 7,300,000 children with disabilities; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that, among adults 65 years of age and older, 2 in 5 have a disability; Whereas assistive technology enables people with disabilities and older adults to be included in their communities and in inclusive classrooms and workplaces; Whereas assistive technology devices and services are necessities, not luxury items, for millions of people with disabilities and older adults, without which they would be unable to live in their communities, access education, or obtain, retain, and advance gainful, competitive, and integrated employment; Whereas the availability of assistive technology in the workplace promotes economic self-sufficiency, enhances work participation, and is critical to the employment of people with disabilities and older adults; and Whereas State assistive technology programs support a continuum of services that include— (1) the exchange, repair, recycling, and other reutilization of assistive technology devices; (2) device loan programs that provide short-term loans of assistive technology devices to individuals, employers, public agencies, and others; (3) the demonstration of devices to inform decision making; and (4) State financing to help individuals purchase or obtain assistive technology through a variety of initiatives, such as financial loan programs, leasing programs, and other financing alternatives that give individuals affordable, flexible options to purchase or obtain assistive technology: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates April 17, 2024, as National Assistive Technology Awareness Day ; and (2) commends— (A) assistive technology specialists and program coordinators for their hard work and dedication in serving people with disabilities who are in need of finding the proper assistive technology to meet their individual needs; and (B) professional organizations and researchers dedicated to facilitating the access and acquisition of assistive technology for people with disabilities and older adults in need of assistive technology devices.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 594 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 19, 2024 Mr. Casey (for himself and Mr. Cramer ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating April 17, 2024, as National Assistive Technology Awareness Day .

Whereas assistive technology is any item, piece of equipment, or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of a person with a disability or an older adult; Whereas an assistive technology service is any service that directly assists a person with a disability or an older adult in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device; Whereas, in 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that 1 in 4 people in the United States, or almost 61,000,000 individuals, has a disability; Whereas, during the 2021–2022 school year, the Department of Education reported that there were more than 7,300,000 children with disabilities; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that, among adults 65 years of age and older, 2 in 5 have a disability; Whereas assistive technology enables people with disabilities and older adults to be included in their communities and in inclusive classrooms and workplaces; Whereas assistive technology devices and services are necessities, not luxury items, for millions of people with disabilities and older adults, without which they would be unable to live in their communities, access education, or obtain, retain, and advance gainful, competitive, and integrated employment; Whereas the availability of assistive technology in the workplace promotes economic self-sufficiency, enhances work participation, and is critical to the employment of people with disabilities and older adults; and Whereas State assistive technology programs support a continuum of services that include— (1) the exchange, repair, recycling, and other reutilization of assistive technology devices; (2) device loan programs that provide short-term loans of assistive technology devices to individuals, employers, public agencies, and others; (3) the demonstration of devices to inform decision making; and (4) State financing to help individuals purchase or obtain assistive technology through a variety of initiatives, such as financial loan programs, leasing programs, and other financing alternatives that give individuals affordable, flexible options to purchase or obtain assistive technology: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates April 17, 2024, as National Assistive Technology Awareness Day ; and (2) commends— (A) assistive technology specialists and program coordinators for their hard work and dedication in serving people with disabilities who are in need of finding the proper assistive technology to meet their individual needs; and (B) professional organizations and researchers dedicated to facilitating the access and acquisition of assistive technology for people with disabilities and older adults in need of assistive technology devices.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 602 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 20, 2024 Mr. Scott of Florida (for himself and Mr. Rubio ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating March 16, 2024, as National Osceola Turkey Day .

Whereas wild turkey has been an important part of the history and family traditions of the United States; Whereas wild turkey was on the table at the very first Thanksgiving, and turkey continues to be a mainstay during many holiday traditions; Whereas wild turkey is a healthy, organic, and delicious source of lean protein; Whereas, in the United States, turkey hunters have spent approximately $76,900,000 per year since 1985 with an economic impact of $128,700,000 annually; Whereas Florida has a rich history of wild turkey hunting, management, and research; Whereas Florida is home to the Wild Turkey Cost Share Program, which is the largest public-private partnership program in the United States for the maintenance of wild turkey habitat on wildlife management areas and other public lands open to hunting; Whereas, since the Wild Turkey Cost Share Program began in 1994, upwards of 1,000,000 acres of upland habitat have received funding for turkey habitat management efforts; Whereas, in the 2023 Florida spring wild turkey season, 25,056 hunters participated in turkey hunting, including 4,761 non residents of the Sunshine State; Whereas, in Florida, revenue generated from the sale of wild turkey permits is used for conservation, research, and management of wild turkeys or promoting the cultural heritage of hunting; Whereas turkey hunters are an important part of the Wild Turkey Cost Share Program, and the money generated from the sale of turkey permits, which are a requirement for hunting wild turkeys in Florida unless exempt, allows the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to make significant contributions to the Wild Turkey Cost Share Program each year; Whereas Florida is home to 2 subspecies of wild turkey, the eastern wild turkey and the Osceola or Florida wild turkey; Whereas the Osceola is 1 of 5 subspecies of wild turkey in North America; Whereas the Osceola turkey exists only in peninsular Florida; Whereas the Osceola subspecies of wild turkey is often perceived as mysterious and the most difficult to harvest because of its small geographic range and the often swampy habitat where it is found; Whereas hunters in pursuit of all 4 subspecies of turkey in the United States, known as a Grand Slam , are required to hunt in Florida; and Whereas March 2, 2024, is the opening day of turkey harvesting season in part of Florida, and March 16, 2024, is the opening day for the entire State of Florida: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates March 16, 2024, as National Osceola Turkey Day ; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Osceola Turkey Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 603 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 20, 2024 Mr. Braun (for himself and Ms. Hirono ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating April 2024 as National Native Plant Month .

Whereas native plants are indigenous species that have evolved and occur naturally in a particular region, ecosystem, and habitat; Whereas there are more than 17,000 native plant species in the United States, which include trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, and wildflowers; Whereas native plants help prevent flooding, drought, and erosion and can help restore damaged ecosystems; Whereas native plants provide shelter as well as nectar, pollen, and seeds that serve as food for native butterflies, insects, birds, and other wildlife in ways that non-native plants cannot; Whereas more than 200 of the native plant species in the United States are estimated to have been lost since the early 19th century; Whereas habitat loss and degradation, extreme weather events, and invasive species have contributed to the decline of native plants in the United States; and Whereas native plants are essential components of resilient ecosystems and the natural heritage of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates April 2024 as National Native Plant Month ; and (2) recognizes the benefits of native plants to the environment and economy of the United States.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 607 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2024 Mr. Scott of Florida (for himself, Mr. Tuberville , Mr. Cruz , Mrs. Britt , and Mr. Cramer ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Condemning the Nicaraguan Government’s unjust imprisonment of individuals affiliated with Mountain Gateway Order, Inc.

Whereas, in December, 2023, 11 individuals affiliated with Mountain Gateway Order, Inc. were arrested by the Government of Nicaragua, namely: Marcos Sergio Hernández Jirón; Harry Lening Rios Bravo; Manuel de Jesús Ríos Flores; José Luis Orozco Urrutia; Álvaro Daniel Escobar Caldera; Juan Carlos Chavarría Zapata; Juan Luis Moncada; Orvin Alexis Moncada Castellano, César Facundo Burgalin Miranda, Walner Omier Blandón Ochoa, and Marisela de Fátima Mejía Ruiz; Whereas there is concern that the Government of Nicaragua has charged each of these individuals for crimes on baseless claims of money laundering and organized crime; Whereas the accused individuals do not have adequate access to legal counsel; Whereas there is concern that United States citizens affiliated with Mountain Gateway Order, Inc. are being targeted for arrest and extradition by the Government of Nicaragua; Whereas this follows a pattern by the Government of Nicaragua to quell the free speech and religious rights of Christians and other nongovernmental organizations in Nicaragua; Whereas, on November 30, 2022, in accordance with the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 ( 22 U.S.C. 6401 et seq. ), the Secretary of State designated Nicaragua as a Country of Particular Concern for having engaged in or tolerated particularly severe violations of religious freedom; Whereas the Government of Nicaragua’s actions are another example of an extreme intolerance of religious organizations; and Whereas Congress has a vested interest in upholding international religious freedom and human rights: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) condemns the targeting and imprisonment of individuals affiliated with Mountain Gateway Order, Inc. without due process of law; and (2) calls on the Government of Nicaragua to take prompt action to address these violations of religious freedom and international human rights.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 610 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2024 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Tillis , and Mrs. Murray ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Honoring Dr. Jane Goodall and her legacy as an ethologist, conservationist, and activist.

Whereas Dr. Jane Goodall, born Valerie Jane Morris-Goodall on April 3, 1934, is a world-renowned ethologist, conservationist, and activist; Whereas Dr. Goodall immersed herself in the study of chimpanzees in their natural habitat within Gombe Stream National Park in Gombe, Tanzania; Whereas Dr. Goodall was one of the first female wildlife field researchers, inspiring countless other women to follow in her footsteps; Whereas Dr. Goodall’s findings on the tool-making practices of chimpanzees revolutionized the field of primatology and forever changed the way animals are perceived and studied; Whereas the Jane Goodall Institute, established in 1977 by Dr. Goodall, spearheads the world’s longest-running field research into great apes, supports the protection and restoration of the natural world, is an innovative leader in advancing community led conservation, and promotes environmental education; Whereas Dr. Goodall, through the Jane Goodall Institute, has provided over 300 scholarships to young women to support their education and has paved the way for women in science; Whereas the Tchimpounga Rehabilitation Center was established by the Jane Goodall Institute in the Republic of Congo in 1991 to care for chimpanzees orphaned by the illegal commercial bushmeat and pet trades and has cared for over 200 chimpanzees in its 30-year existence; Whereas Dr. Goodall was named a United Nations Messenger of Peace in 2002, the highest honor of the United Nations, to recognize her peace building work through the Roots & Shoots youth program; Whereas the Roots & Shoots youth program has inspired over 1,470,000 young people in over 65 countries to engage in activities that make a difference in their communities; Whereas Dr. Goodall transformed traditional conservation through the Lake Tanganyika Catchment Reforestation and Education (TACARE) program, which prioritizes community-centered conservation in designing the future; Whereas Dr. Goodall has become a beacon of hope through her numerous books and documentaries, inspiring individuals of all ages to work towards a brighter future; and Whereas Dr. Goodall has built a legacy of environmental activism, humanity, and infectious compassion: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) uses April 3, 2024, to commemorate the birth of Dr. Jane Goodall and to celebrate the extraordinary contributions of Dr. Goodall and the impact she has had on the world; (2) proclaims April 3, 2024, as Jane Goodall Day across the country; and (3) expresses gratitude to Dr. Goodall for her unwavering dedication to the well-being of animals, conservation, and the planet as a whole.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 611 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2024 Mr. Manchin (for himself and Mrs. Capito ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of March 22, 2024, as National Inland Waterways Workers Safety Awareness Day and supporting the goals and ideals of National Inland Waterways Workers Safety Awareness Day .

Whereas workers in the national inland waterways system play a crucial role, navigating ships, barges, and tugboats through the navigable waters of the United States, loading and unloading barges and transport vessels, and cleaning and caring for vessels and shipyards; Whereas the United States needs to reduce transportation-vessel and shipyard-related incidents, fatalities, and injuries, continue to improve the safe transportation of domestic cargo by towboat, tugboat, and barge, and prevent employee fatalities; Whereas, in 2022, there were 4 fatalities and 101 injuries amongst towing vessel crew and related employees; Whereas the safety and well-being of deckhands, engineers, masters and mates, and shoreside workers are of the utmost importance, and it is crucial to equip them with the necessary knowledge and resources to perform their duties effectively; Whereas towboat, tugboat, and barge transportation are among the safest and most efficient modes of domestic freight transportation in the United States; Whereas the Coast Guard-American Waterways Operators Safety Partnership represents a unique public-private partnership to improve vessel safety; and Whereas the establishment and enforcement of safety standards in the towing vessel industry has significantly reduced fatalities and injuries in the operation of towing vessels: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates March 22, 2024, as National Inland Waterways Workers Safety Awareness Day ; (2) encourages relevant Federal, State, and local authorities in addition to related industry and worker groups to observe the day with appropriate programs and activities, with the goal of increasing safety awareness in and around towing-vessel employment; (3) recognizes the need for deckhands, engineers, masters and mates, shoreside workers, and other employees to remain safe while on the jobsite; (4) applauds and supports the efforts that the Coast Guard, American Waterways Operators, Maritime Trades Department, and other groups have taken to reduce the incidents of workplace injuries and fatalities in and around towing vessels; and (5) praises the companies and employers that operate safely and care for the health and safety of their workers.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 612 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2024 Mr. King (for himself and Ms. Collins ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the importance of maple syrup production to the State of Maine and designating March 24, 2024, as Maine Maple Sunday .

Whereas the art of making sugar and syrup from the sap of the maple tree (also known as acer saccharinum) was developed by Native Americans of the Northeastern United States; Whereas the production of maple syrup in the State of Maine has a seasonal window between January and May, which is when temperatures drop below freezing at night and rise above freezing during the day; Whereas the State of Maine accounts for 17 percent of production of maple syrup in the United States and is the third largest producer among the States; Whereas maple syrup producers in the State of Maine make more than 470,000 gallons of syrup annually, generating more than $55,000,000 for the economy of the State of Maine; Whereas maple syrup production in the State of Maine supports more than 560 full-time and part-time jobs that generate more than $17,300,000 in wages; Whereas Maine Maple Sunday has been observed for 41 years, with more than 100 sugarhouses participating from Aroostook to York County, Maine, and attracting thousands of visitors annually; Whereas Maine Maple Sunday is always observed on the fourth Sunday in March; and Whereas on March 24, 2024, maple syrup producers in the State of Maine will host the 41st annual Maine Maple Sunday: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates March 24, 2024, as Maine Maple Sunday ; and (2) recognizes the contribution and importance of maple syrup producers and their families in the State of Maine.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 614 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2024 Mr. Schumer (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize testimony, documents, and representation in United States v. Miller .

Whereas, in the case of United States v. Miller , No. 2:23-cr-00221, pending in the United States District Court for the District of Nevada, the prosecution has requested the production of documents from the offices of Senators Jacky Rosen and Catherine Cortez Masto and also has requested testimony from employees in those offices; 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 employees of the Senate with respect to any subpoena, order, or request for testimony or documents 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 the office of Senator Jacky Rosen is authorized to produce documents and that Dara Cohen, John Fossum, and Carlos Lara, employees in that office, are authorized to testify in the case of United States v. Miller , except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. 2. That the office of Senator Catherine Cortez Masto is authorized to produce documents and that employees of that office from whom relevant evidence may be needed are authorized to testify in the case of United States v. Miller , except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. 3. The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent the employees of Senator Rosen's and Senator Cortez Masto's offices in connection with the production of evidence and testimony authorized in sections one and two of this resolution.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 615 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2024 Mr. Manchin (for himself, Mr. Budd , and Mr. Boozman ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating April 5, 2024, as Gold Star Wives Day .

Whereas the Senate honors the sacrifices made by the surviving spouses and families of the fallen members of the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. represents the surviving spouses and families of the members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States who have died on active duty or as a result of a service-connected disability; Whereas the primary mission of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. is to provide services, support, and friendship to the surviving spouses and children of the fallen members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas, in 1945, Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. was organized with the help of Eleanor Roosevelt to assist the families left behind by the fallen members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas the first meeting of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. was held on April 5, 1945; Whereas April 5, 2024, marks the 79th anniversary of the first meeting of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc.; Whereas the members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States bear the burden of protecting the freedom of the people of the United States; and Whereas the sacrifices of the families of the fallen members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States should never be forgotten: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates April 5, 2024, as Gold Star Wives Day ; (2) honors and recognizes— (A) the contributions of the members of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc.; and (B) the dedication of the members of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. to the members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe Gold Star Wives Day to promote awareness of— (A) the contributions and dedication of the members of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. to the members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States; and (B) the important role that Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. plays in the lives of the surviving spouses and families of the fallen members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 616 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 22, 2024 Mr. Tillis (for himself, Mr. Durbin , Mr. Cassidy , Mr. Kaine , and Mr. Fetterman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Condemning the treatment of Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu by the Government of Azerbaijan and urging his immediate release, and for other purposes.

Whereas Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu, a respected academic and economist, and his wife, Irada Bayramova, were arrested by Azerbaijani authorities on July 23, 2023, and severely beaten while in police custody; Whereas Dr. Ibadoghlu was dubiously accused by Azerbaijani authorities of multiple criminal acts without evidence; Whereas Dr. Ibadoghlu remains imprisoned at the Baku Detention Center in extremely poor conditions while awaiting trial; Whereas Dr. Ibadoghlu’s health has deteriorated significantly since his initial arrest, and he has not received adequate medical treatment for his medical condition; Whereas Dr. Ibadoghlu has been repeatedly denied access to his legal counsel and a fair trial while in custody; Whereas the Department of State and the United States Embassy in Baku, along with United States academic institutions and respected international organizations, have expressed deep concerns regarding Dr. Ibadoghlu’s health and have demanded his immediate release; Whereas Azerbaijan’s ties with the community of democracies has been undermined by a troubling record of wrongfully detaining those involved in human rights, journalism, and peaceful freedom of expression, including Bakhtiyar Hajiyev, Avaz Zeynalli, and Elchin Sadigov; Whereas the wrongful detention of Dr. Ibadoghlu is a serious affront to human rights and academic freedom: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) condemns— (A) the treatment of Dr. Ibadoghlu by the Government of Azerbaijan; (B) such government's practice of wrongful detention; and (C) such government's suppression of academic freedom; (2) calls for the immediate and unconditional release of political prisoners in Azerbaijan, including Dr. Ibadoghlu; and (3) urges the Secretary of State to continue prioritizing Dr. Ibadoghlu’s well-being and release in all engagements with the Government of Azerbaijan.
III 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 617 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 22, 2024 Mr. Scott of South Carolina (for himself, Mr. Cotton , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Ricketts , Mr. Tillis , Mr. Scott of Florida , Mr. Crapo , Ms. Ernst , Mr. Cramer , Mrs. Blackburn , Mr. Grassley , Mr. Hagerty , Mr. Thune , Mr. Moran , Mr. Budd , Mr. Daines , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Lankford , Mrs. Capito , Mr. Mullin , Mr. Graham , Mr. Hoeven , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Hawley , and Mrs. Britt ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that Israel has the inherent right to defend itself and take necessary steps to eradicate the terrorist threat posed by Hamas.

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) Israel has the inherent right to defend itself and take necessary steps to eradicate the terrorist threat posed by Hamas; and (2) any call for elections in Israel by a United States Government official is to be considered an act of electoral interference.