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IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 104 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 30, 2024 Mr. Cruz (for himself, Mrs. Blackburn , Mr. Budd , Mrs. Capito , Mrs. Fischer , Ms. Lummis , Mr. Sullivan , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Braun , Mrs. Britt , Mr. Cassidy , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Cotton , Mr. Cramer , Mr. Crapo , Ms. Ernst , Mr. Hawley , Mr. Hoeven , Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mr. Lankford , Mr. Lee , Mr. Mullin , Mr. Ricketts , Mr. Risch , Mr. Scott of Florida , Mr. Tuberville , and Mr. Kennedy ) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration relating to Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027 and Beyond and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030 and Beyond .

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration relating to Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027 and Beyond and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030 and Beyond (89 Fed. Reg. 52540 (June 24, 2024)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 105 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 30, 2024 Mr. Paul introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia of certain defense articles and services.

That the following proposed foreign military sale to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is prohibited: (1) The sale of the following defense articles and services, described in Transmittal No. 24–43, submitted to Congress pursuant to section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act ( 22 U.S.C. 2776(b)(1) ), and published in the Congressional Record on July 29, 2024: follow-on logistics support and services, including for Joint Mission Planning Software (JMPS) hardware and support; KIV–77/78 cryptographic devices and support; spares and repair parts, consumables and accessories, and repair and return support; calibration support and test equipment; ground and personnel equipment; classified and unclassified software and software support, classified and unclassified publications and technical documentation; personnel training and training equipment; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support, in support of, but not limited to, KC–130J, C–130, E–3, RE–3, KE–3, KA 350, Bell 212, and Bell 412 aircraft.
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 108 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 1, 2024 Ms. Hirono (for herself, Mr. Schumer , Ms. Butler , Mr. Carper , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Sanders , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Booker , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Coons , Mr. Welch , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. King , Mr. Merkley , Mr. Van Hollen , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Peters , Mr. Padilla , Mr. Casey , Mr. Markey , Ms. Warren , Ms. Smith , Ms. Duckworth , Ms. Cortez Masto , Ms. Rosen , and Ms. Cantwell ) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary JOINT RESOLUTION Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to reaffirm the principle that no person is above the law.

That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States: — 1. Accountability to the law The Government established by this Constitution is a government of laws. Subject to the provisions of the first clause of section 6 of article I, every person holding a position of authority under the United States, including the President and the Vice President, is accountable to the law for their actions, both official and unofficial; every such person is liable to prosecution and punishment in the ordinary course of law. Laws of general applicability shall be interpreted as applicable to the President unless otherwise specified. 2. Enforcement This article is self-executing. Congress shall have plenary power to make all necessary rules and regulations designed to ensure the general applicability and enforcement of criminal laws, including by tolling the statute of limitations applicable to a violation of the law by an incumbent President for the duration of the term of office of the President. .
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 109 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 10, 2024 Mr. Cruz introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of Management and Budget relating to Enhancing Transparency Through Use of the Investing in America Emblem on Signs .

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Office of Management and Budget relating to “Enhancing Transparency Through Use of the Investing in America Emblem on Signs” (CA–23–6, published on February 24, 2023, as a Controller Alert, and a letter of opinion from the Government Accountability Office dated August 29, 2024, printed in the Congressional record on September 9, 2024, on pages S5872–S5875, concluding that such Controller Alert is a rule under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code), and such rule shall have no force or effect.
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 110 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 19, 2024 Mr. Sullivan (for himself and Ms. Murkowski ) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Park Service relating to Alaska; Hunting and Trapping in National Preserves .

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the National Park Service relating to Alaska; Hunting and Trapping in National Preserves (89 Fed. Reg. 55059 (July 3, 2024)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 111 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 25, 2024 Mr. Sanders (for himself, Mr. Welch , Mr. Merkley , and Mr. Schatz ) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.

That the following proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel is prohibited: (1) The sale of the following defense articles and services described in Transmittal No. 24–10, submitted to Congress pursuant to section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act ( 22 U.S.C. 2776(b)(1) ), and published in the Congressional Record on September 10, 2024: Thirty-two thousand seven hundred thirty-nine (32,739) 120mm tank cartridges, consisting of 120mm M1147 High Explosive Multi-Purpose with Tracer (HEMP–T) cartridges and/or 120mm M830A1 High Explosive Multi-Purpose Anti-Tank (MPAT) with Tracer cartridges. Also included are various 120mm tank munitions; 120mm munition canisters; transportation costs; publications and technical documentation; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support.
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 112 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 25, 2024 Mr. Sanders (for himself and Mr. Welch ) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.

That the following proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel is prohibited: (1) The sale of the following defense articles and services described in Transmittal No. 24–44, submitted to Congress pursuant to section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act ( 22 U.S.C. 2776(b)(1) ), and published in the Congressional Record on September 10, 2024: Modified M1148A1P2 FMTV LHS 8-ton cargo trucks; armor b-kits; corrosion protection; special tools and test equipment; integration and test support; spare and repair parts; software delivery and support; publications and technical documentation; personnel training and training equipment; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; storage; and other related elements of logistics and program support.
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 113 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 25, 2024 Mr. Sanders (for himself, Mr. Welch , and Mr. Merkley ) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.

That the following proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel is prohibited: (1) The sale of the following defense articles and services described in Transmittal No. 24–39, submitted to Congress pursuant to section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act ( 22 U.S.C. 2776(b)(1) ), and published in the Congressional Record on September 10, 2024: Fifty thousand four hundred (50,400) M933A1 120mm High Explosive mortar cartridges with M783 fuzes. Also included are publications; technical documentation; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; studies and surveys; and other related elements of logistics and program support.
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 114 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 25, 2024 Mr. Sanders introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.

That the following proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel is prohibited: (1) The sale of the following defense articles and services described in Transmittal No. 24–01, submitted to Congress pursuant to section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act ( 22 U.S.C. 2776(b)(1) ), and published in the Congressional Record on September 10, 2024: Up to fifty (50) F–15IA aircraft; one hundred twenty (120) F110–GE–129 engines; ninety (90) Advanced Display Core Processors II; seventy-five (75) APG–82(V)1 Active Electronically Scanned Array radars; fifty (50) AN/AAQ–13 LANTIRN navigation pods with containers; three-hundred twenty (320) LAU–128 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile launchers; twenty-five (25) M61A Vulcan Cannons; and one hundred eighty (180) Embedded Global Positioning System/Inertial Navigation System devices with M–Code. Also included are Cartridge Actuated Devices and Propellant Actuated Devices; Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing Systems; APX–119 Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) systems; KIV–77 Mode 4/5 IFF cryptographic appliques; AN/PYQ–10 Simple Key Loaders; impulse cartridges, chaff, and flares; integration and test support and equipment; aircraft and munitions support and support equipment; secure communications equipment, precision navigation, and cryptographic devices; classified software development, delivery, and support; spare parts, consumables and accessories, and repair and return support; major and minor modifications, maintenance, and maintenance support; facilities and construction support; transportation and airlift support; classified publications and technical documentation; personnel training and training equipment; warranties; studies and surveys; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support.
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 115 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 25, 2024 Mr. Sanders (for himself, Mr. Welch , and Mr. Merkley ) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed license amendment for the export of certain defense articles, defense services, and technical data to Israel.

That the issuance of a license amendment to export with respect to the following proposed export to Israel is prohibited: (1) The export of the following defense articles, defense services, and technical data described in Transmittal No. DDTC 23–100, which was submitted to Congress pursuant to section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act ( 22 U.S.C. 2776(c) ) and communication of which was published in the Congressional Record on September 18, 2024 (Executive Communication 5937): defense articles, defense services, and technical data to support procurement of Boeing Direct Attack Weapons (Joint Direct Attack Munition variants and Small Diameter Bomb Increment I variants).
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 116 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 25, 2024 Mr. Sanders (for himself, Mr. Welch , and Mr. Merkley ) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed enhancement or upgrade of sensitivity of technology or capability of certain major defense equipment for the Government of Israel.

That the following proposed enhancement or upgrade of sensitivity of technology or capability of major defense equipment for the Government of Israel is prohibited: (1) The sale of the following major defense equipment described in Transmittal No. 0B–24, submitted to Congress pursuant to section 36(b)(5)(A) of the Arms Export Control Act ( 22 U.S.C. 2776(b)(5)(A) ) and published in the Congressional Record on September 10, 2024: The addition of the KMU–556 J/B M–Code variant with Strategic Anti-jam Beamforming Receiver (SABR) Global Positioning System (GPS) Receiver.
II Calendar No. 566 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 117 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 19, 2024 Mr. Paul introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and placed on the calendar pursuant to P.L. 118–50, Sec. 508(e)(1) JOINT RESOLUTION Relating to the disapproval of the Presidential report with respect to the indebtedness of the Government of Ukraine.

That Congress disapproves the proposal relating to the indebtedness of the Government of Ukraine submitted by the President of the United States to Congress on November 18, 2024.

November 19, 2024 Read twice and placed on the calendar
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 118 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 21, 2024 Mr. Van Hollen introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of the United Arab Emirates of certain defense articles and services.

That the following proposed foreign military sale to the Government of the United Arab Emirates is prohibited: (1) The sale of the following defense articles and services, described in Transmittal No. 20–79, submitted to Congress pursuant to section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act ( 22 U.S.C. 2776(b)(1) ), and published in the Congressional Record on November 20, 2024: two hundred fifty-nine (259) Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) M31A1 Unitary Pods (1,554 missiles at six missiles per pod) and two hundred three (203) Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) M57 Unitary Missiles. Also included are publications; personnel training and training equipment; software development; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistical and program support.
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 119 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 5, 2024 Mr. Cotton (for himself and Mr. Scott of Florida ) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue Service relating to Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit .

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue Service relating to Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit (89 Fed. Reg. 85798 (October 28, 2024)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 121 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 12, 2024 Mr. Schatz (for himself, Mr. Durbin , and Mr. Welch ) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary JOINT RESOLUTION Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the electoral college and to provide for the direct election of the President and Vice President of the United States.

That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States: — 1. The President and Vice President shall be elected by the people of the several States and the district constituting the seat of government of the United States. 2. Each voter shall cast a single vote for two persons who have consented to the joining of their names as candidates for President and Vice President. 3. The pair of candidates having the greatest number of votes for President and Vice President shall be elected. 4. The Congress may by law provide for the case of the death or any other disqualification of any candidate for President or Vice President before the day on which the President-elect or Vice President-elect has been chosen, and for the case of a tie in any election. 5. This article shall take effect one year after the first day of January following ratification. .
IIA 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 122 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 17 (legislative day, December 16), 2024 Mr. Hoeven (for himself, Mrs. Capito , Mr. Lee , Mr. Lankford , Mrs. Britt , Mr. Daines , Mr. Marshall , Mr. Cramer , Ms. Lummis , Mr. Risch , and Mr. Scott of Florida ) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions .

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions (89 Fed. Reg. 91094 (November 18, 2024)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 1 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 3, 2023 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Establishing a Committee to Inform the President of the United States that a quorum of each House is assembled.

That a committee consisting of two Senators be appointed to join such committee as may be appointed by the House of Representatives to wait upon the President of the United States and inform him that a quorum of each House is assembled and that the Congress is ready to receive any communication he may be pleased to make.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 2 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 3, 2023 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Informing the House of Representatives that a quorum of the Senate is assembled.

That the Secretary inform the House of Representatives that a quorum of the Senate is assembled and that the Senate is ready to proceed to business.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 3 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 3, 2023 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To elect Patty Murray, a Senator from the State of Washington, to be President pro tempore of the Senate of the United States.

That Patty Murray, a Senator from the State of Washington, be, and she is hereby, elected President of the Senate pro tempore.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 4 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 3, 2023 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Notifying the President of the United States of the election of a President pro tempore.

That the President of the United States be notified of the election of the Honorable Patty Murray as President of the Senate pro tempore.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 5 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 3, 2023 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Notifying the House of Representatives of the election of a President pro tempore.

That the House of Representatives be notified of the election of the Honorable Patty Murray as President of the Senate pro tempore.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 6 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 3, 2023 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Fixing the hour of daily meeting of the Senate.

That the daily meeting of the Senate be 12 o'clock meridian unless otherwise ordered.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 7 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 3, 2023 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was ordered to lie over, under the rule RESOLUTION Fixing the hour of daily meeting of the Senate.

That the daily meeting of the Senate be 12:01 p.m. unless otherwise ordered.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 8 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 3, 2023 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To make effective appointment of Senate Legal Counsel.

That the appointment of Morgan J. Frankel of the District of Columbia to be Senate Legal Counsel, made by the President pro tempore this day, is effective as of January 3, 2023, and the term of service of the appointee shall expire at the end of the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 9 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 3, 2023 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To make effective appointment of Deputy Senate Legal Counsel.

That the appointment of Patricia Mack Bryan of Virginia to be Deputy Senate Legal Counsel, made by the President pro tempore this day, is effective as of January 3, 2023, and the term of service of the appointee shall expire at the end of the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 10 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 23 (legislative day, January 3), 2023 Mr. Braun (for himself, Mr. Lankford , Mr. Daines , Mr. Hagerty , Mr. Mullin , and Mrs. Blackburn ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Memorializing the unborn by lowering the United States flag to half-staff on the 22nd day of January each year.

Whereas, on January 22, 1973, the majority of the members of the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that abortion was a right secured by the Constitution of the United States; Whereas, on June 24, 2022, the majority of the members of the Supreme Court of the United States overturned Roe v. Wade, 410 U.S. 113 (1973), to affirm that the Constitution of the United States does not confer a right to abortion; and Whereas, since January 22, 1973, more than 60,000,000 unborn children have perished: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the recognition of the Day of Tears in the United States on the 22nd day of January each year; (2) encourages the people of the United States to lower their flags to half-staff to mourn and honor the innocents who have lost their lives to abortion; and (3) encourages legislators to enact laws that respect the sanctity of life.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 11 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 23 (legislative day, January 3), 2023 Mr. Scott of South Carolina (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Braun , Mr. Cassidy , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Cotton , Mr. Cramer , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Daines , Mr. Graham , Mr. Hagerty , Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mr. Johnson , Mr. Lankford , Mr. McConnell , Mr. Romney , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Scott of Florida , Mr. Tillis , Mr. Tuberville , Mrs. Britt , Mr. Young , Mr. Budd , and Mr. Wicker ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary February 1, 2023 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of January 22 through January 28, 2023, 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 the education environments prepare children to achieve their dreams; Whereas more families than ever before in the United States actively choose the best education for their children; Whereas more public awareness of the issue of parental choice in education can inform additional families of the benefits of proactively choosing challenging, motivating, and effective education environments for their children; Whereas the process by which parents choose schools for their children is nonpolitical, nonpartisan, and deserves the utmost respect; and Whereas tens of thousands of events are planned to celebrate the benefits of educational choice during the 13th annual National School Choice Week, held the week of January 22 through January 28, 2023: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of January 22 through January 28, 2023, 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 1st Session S. RES. 11 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 23 (legislative day, January 3), 2023 Mr. Scott of South Carolina (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Braun , Mr. Cassidy , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Cotton , Mr. Cramer , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Daines , Mr. Graham , Mr. Hagerty , Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mr. Johnson , Mr. Lankford , Mr. McConnell , Mr. Romney , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Scott of Florida , Mr. Tillis , Mr. Tuberville , Mrs. Britt , Mr. Young , and Mr. Budd ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating the week of January 22 through January 28, 2023, 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 the education environments prepare children to achieve their dreams; Whereas more families than ever before in the United States actively choose the best education for their children; Whereas more public awareness of the issue of parental choice in education can inform additional families of the benefits of proactively choosing challenging, motivating, and effective education environments for their children; Whereas the process by which parents choose schools for their children is nonpolitical, nonpartisan, and deserves the utmost respect; and Whereas tens of thousands of events are planned to celebrate the benefits of educational choice during the 13th annual National School Choice Week, held the week of January 22 through January 28, 2023: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of January 22 through January 28, 2023, 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 1st Session S. RES. 14 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 25, 2023 Mr. Braun (for himself, Mr. Scott of Florida , Mr. Budd , and Mr. Daines ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration RESOLUTION Amending rule XLIV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to include amendments of the House of Representatives in the requirements for identifying spending items, and for other purposes.

That rule XLIV of the Standing Rules of the Senate is amended— (1) in paragraph 2(a)— (A) in the matter preceding clause (1)— (i) by striking Senate ; and (ii) by inserting or a message from the House of Representatives after by committee ; and (B) in clause (1)— (i) by striking or joint resolution each place it appears and inserting , joint resolution, or message ; and (ii) by striking Senator and inserting Member of Congress ; (2) in paragraph 3(a)(1), by striking Senator and inserting Member of Congress ; (3) in paragraph 5(a), by striking Senator and inserting Member of Congress ; and (4) in paragraph 7, by striking or conference report and inserting conference report, or message from the House .
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 16 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 26, 2023 Mr. Ossoff (for himself and Mr. Warnock ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the University of Georgia Bulldogs football team for winning the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic Association College Football National Championship.

Whereas, on January 9, 2023, the University of Georgia posted an impressive, undefeated record of 15–0 and won the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic Association College Football National Championship, defeating the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs by a score of 65–7 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California; Whereas this victory marks the University of Georgia Bulldogs' second college football national championship in 2 years, and fourth in program history, making the Bulldogs the first team in the playoff era to repeat national titles; Whereas this historic victory follows a Southeastern Conference Championship and a Peach Bowl playoff victory; Whereas the 2022–2023 University of Georgia Bulldogs offense averaged an impressive 494.9 yards and 39 points per game, with the defense allowing only 304.6 yards and 14.8 points per game through 14 games, and the Bulldogs allowed only 188 yards and 7 points, while posting 589 yards of offense and 65 points in the championship game; Whereas Kirby Smart posts his second national championship victory in his seventh year as Head Coach of the University of Georgia Bulldogs football team and his third appearance in the national championship game; and Whereas, with this remarkable season, Coach Smart extends his impressive record to 72 wins and 15 losses in his 7 years as Head Coach of the University of Georgia Bulldogs football team and cements his legacy in Georgia football forever: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the University of Georgia Bulldogs football team for an incredible season and for winning the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic Association College Football National Championship; (2) recognizes the achievements of all players, coaches, and staff who made a championship possible; 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 Georgia, Jere Morehead; (B) the Athletic Director of the University of Georgia, Josh Brooks; and (C) the Head Coach of the University of Georgia Bulldogs football team, Kirby Smart.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 17 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 26, 2023 Mr. Rubio (for himself and Mr. Casey ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the contributions of Catholic schools in the United States.

Whereas Catholic schools in the United States are internationally acclaimed for their academic excellence and provide approximately 1,700,000 students with more than an exceptional scholastic education; Whereas Catholic schools instill a broad, values-added education emphasizing the lifelong development of moral, intellectual, physical, and social values in young people in the United States; Whereas Catholic schools serve the United States by providing a diverse student population from all regions of the United States and all socioeconomic backgrounds with a strong academic and moral foundation, including 21.5 percent of students from racial minority backgrounds, 18.6 percent from Hispanic heritage, and 20.3 percent from non-Catholic families; Whereas Catholic schools are an affordable option for parents, particularly in underserved urban areas; Whereas Catholic schools produce students strongly dedicated to their faith, values, families, and communities by providing an intellectually stimulating environment rich in spiritual, character, and moral development; Whereas Catholic schools are committed to community service, producing graduates who hold helping others among their core values; Whereas the total Catholic school student enrollment for the 2022–2023 academic year is 1,700,000, and the student-teacher ratio is 11 to 1; Whereas the Catholic high school graduation rate is 98.9 percent, with 85.2 percent of graduates attending 4-year colleges; Whereas the week of January 29, 2023, to February 4, 2023, has been designated as National Catholic Schools Week by the National Catholic Educational Association and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops; Whereas National Catholic Schools Week was first established in 1974 and has been celebrated annually for the past 49 years; and Whereas the theme for National Catholic Schools Week 2023 is Catholic Schools: Faith. Excellence. Service. which reflects the purpose of Catholic schools to form students to be good citizens of the world, love God and neighbor, and enrich society with the leaven of the gospel and by example of faith: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the goals of National Catholic Schools Week, an event— (A) cosponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops; and (B) established to recognize the vital contributions of the thousands of Catholic elementary and secondary schools in the United States; (2) applauds the National Catholic Educational Association and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops on their selection of a theme that all can celebrate; and (3) supports— (A) the dedication of Catholic schools, students, parents, and teachers across the United States toward academic excellence; and (B) the key role they play in promoting and ensuring a brighter, stronger future for the United States.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 22 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 1, 2023 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 2023 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Championship Subdivision title.

Whereas, on January 8, 2023, the South Dakota State University (referred to in this preamble as SDSU ) Jackrabbits defeated the North Dakota State University Bison by a score of 45 to 21 in the 2023 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 this is the first national championship for the SDSU Jackrabbits football program and first team national championship in the NCAA Division I era for SDSU athletics; Whereas the SDSU Jackrabbits finished the 2022-2023 season with an overall record of 14 wins and 1 loss, with 8 wins and 0 losses in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, including earning a number 1 seed in the FCS playoffs; Whereas the SDSU Jackrabbits have qualified for the FCS playoffs the past 11 seasons; Whereas the 2022-2023 SDSU Jackrabbits— (1) averaged 34.2 points and 384.6 yards per game; and (2) allowed only 15.8 points and 273.9 yards per game on average; Whereas the SDSU head coach, John Stiegelmeier, was awarded the 2022 American Football Coaches Association National Coach of the Year Award for the FCS and the Stats Perform 2022 Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year Award; Whereas Coach Stiegelmeier, a native of Selby, South Dakota, announced his retirement after 26 seasons as head coach of the SDSU Jackrabbits, finishing his head coaching career at SDSU, his alma mater, with a record of 199 wins and 112 losses; and Whereas SDSU 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 2023 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; (3) commends the Head Coach of the South Dakota State University Jackrabbits football team, John Stiegelmeier, for his dedication and service to the South Dakota State University football program; and (4) 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, John Stiegelmeier.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 27 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 2, 2023 Mr. Peters (for himself and Ms. Ernst ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating February 1, 2023, as Blue Star Mother’s Day .

Whereas, on January 22, 1942, in the midst of the Second World War, Army Captain George Maines ran an advertisement in the Flint News-Advertiser calling for mothers of members of the Armed Forces to meet; Whereas, on February 1, 1942, 300 mothers of members of the Armed Forces held their first meeting at the Durant Hotel in Flint, Michigan, and February 1, 2023, is the 81st anniversary of that meeting; Whereas, on July 14, 1960, the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., received its charter from Congress; Whereas Blue Star Mothers make enormous sacrifices while their sons and daughters are providing for the defense of the United States; Whereas Blue Star Mothers pack and ship thousands of care packages every year to members of the Armed Forces deployed overseas, volunteer to help homeless veterans, provide support for wounded warriors, visit with hospitalized veterans, honor fallen heroes during funeral services, and offer a compassionate community for the mothers of men and women of the Armed Forces serving in harm’s way; Whereas Blue Star Mothers promote the values of the United States, demonstrate a patriotic spirit, and advance a national sense of pride and appreciation for the men and women of the Armed Forces; and Whereas there are more than 200 chapters of the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., throughout the United States representing thousands of military families: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates February 1, 2023, as Blue Star Mother’s Day ; (2) honors and recognizes— (A) the contributions of the members of the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.; and (B) the important role Blue Star Mothers play in supporting each other and members and veterans of the Armed Forces; and (3) encourages the people of the United States— (A) to observe Blue Star Mother’s Day; and (B) to support the work of local chapters of the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.
III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 29 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 2, 2023 Mr. Tester (for himself, Mr. Daines , Mr. Moran , Ms. Cantwell , Ms. Sinema , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Luján , Mr. Schatz , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Heinrich , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Kelly , Ms. Warren , Ms. Smith , Mr. Cramer , Mr. Marshall , Mr. Thune , Mr. Lankford , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Rounds , Mr. Johnson , Mrs. Feinstein , Ms. Cortez Masto , and Mrs. Murray ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week beginning February 5, 2023, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week .

Whereas there are 35 accredited 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 15 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, 2023, 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 1st Session S. RES. 35 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 7, 2023 Mr. Lee (for himself and Ms. Sinema ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating October 22 through October 28, 2023, as Natural Product Industry Week .

Whereas dietary supplements, such as multivitamins, minerals, herbs, and fish oils, are intended to add to or supplement an individual’s diet and come in the form of pills, capsules, powders, gel capsules and tablets, extracts, or liquids; Whereas natural products such as dietary supplements have contributed to the United States economy as well as the wellbeing of individuals in the United States; Whereas, in 2021, 80 percent of individuals in the United States reported using dietary supplements, an increase of 9 percent since 2016; Whereas, nationally, sales for the natural and organic products industry were $259,000,000,000 in 2020, and are expected to surpass $300,000,000,000 in 2023; Whereas dietary supplements and dietary ingredients are currently regulated by the United States Food and Drug Administration under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 ( Public Law 103–417 ; 108 Stat. 4325); Whereas the natural products industry empowers individuals in the United States to pursue flexible work arrangements like direct selling; Whereas demand for natural products in the United States has led to the establishment of numerous direct selling companies that produce and sell natural products, and 36 percent of direct sellers focus on wellness products, including natural products; Whereas the increased consumption of dietary supplements has led to the creation of more than 754,000 domestic jobs and the generation of $121,600,000,000 in total United States economic output, including $38,400,000,000 in domestic wages; Whereas many dietary supplements contain vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D, iron, zinc, and more, which have been shown to improve health; Whereas 42 percent of supplement users cite overall health and wellness benefits as a reason they take supplements; Whereas individuals in the United States have the right to make decisions about their health and should seek to make informed decisions based on careful research and the best scientific evidence; Whereas studies have found among older individuals an association between increased use of dietary supplements and reporting more healthful lifestyles; and Whereas the National Institutes of Health has found that some dietary supplements can improve overall health and manage some health conditions: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates October 22 through October 28, 2023, as Natural Products Industry Week ; (2) supports individuals in the United States in their efforts to maintain or improve their health, including through the use of natural products; (3) recognizes that dietary supplements have become a routine part of the lives of millions of individuals in the United States; and (4) recognizes the contributions of the natural product industry to the workforce and economy of the United States.