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IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1019 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 16, 2024 Mr. Moore of Alabama (for himself, Mr. Aderholt , Ms. Sewell , Mr. Roy , Mr. Carl , and Mr. Palmer ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Condemning the Nicaraguan Government’s unjust imprisonment of individuals affiliated with Mountain Gateway Ministry.

Whereas, in December 2023, eleven individuals affiliated with Mountain Gateway Ministry, 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 Maricela de Fátima Mejía Ruiz were arrested by the Government of Nicaragua; Whereas there is concern the Nicaraguan Government has charged each of the listed individuals for crimes on baseless claims of money laundering and organized crime; Whereas the accused do not have adequate access to legal counsel; Whereas there is concern that United States citizens affiliated with Mountain Gateway Ministry are being targeted for arrest and extradition by the Nicaraguan Government; Whereas this follows a pattern by the Nicaraguan Government to quell the free speech and religious rights of Christians and other non-governmental organizations in Nicaragua; Whereas, on November 30, 2022, in accordance with the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998, the Secretary of State designated Nicaragua a Country of Particular Concern for having engaged in or tolerated particularly severe violations of religious freedom; Whereas the Nicaraguan Government’s actions are yet 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 House of Representatives— (1) condemns the targeting and imprisonment of individuals affiliated with Mountain Gateway Ministry without due process of law; and (2) calls on the Nicaraguan Government to take prompt action to address these violations of religious freedom and international human rights.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1022 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 20, 2024 Mr. Allen submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of the month of March 2024 as National March into Literacy Month .

Whereas child literacy is essential for a child’s success in the United States; Whereas literacy must be addressed early to have the most significant impact; Whereas elementary and secondary education environments of all varieties in the United States should include an emphasis on literacy; Whereas talented teachers and school leaders in each of these education environments prepare children to achieve their dreams; Whereas research shows individuals who can read at the high school level are more likely to be hired in the workforce and less likely to be incarcerated; Whereas more public awareness of the issue of literacy in the United States is needed; Whereas the ability to read transforms lives and provides children with the means to become productive members of society and to improve their communities; Whereas promoting not only child literacy but also adult literacy is of critical importance; and Whereas events are planned to celebrate literacy during the annual National March into Literacy Month, held in the month of March 2024: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the designation of National March into Literacy Month ; (2) applauds students, parents, teachers, and school leaders from elementary and secondary education environments of all varieties for their persistence, achievements, dedication, and contributions to society in the United States; (3) encourages all parents and schools, during March into Literacy Month, to promote literacy; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to hold appropriate programs, events, and activities during National March into Literacy Month to raise public awareness of reading as an essential skill.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1023 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 20, 2024 Ms. Craig submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration RESOLUTION Requiring Members of the House of Representatives to serve one shift in a passenger seat of a law enforcement vehicle observing the work day of a local law enforcement officer once during each term as a Member of the House, and for other purposes.

1. Short title This resolution may be cited as the Ride-Along Resolution . 2. Requirement for Members of the House of Representatives to participate in one ride-along during each term of Congress (a) In general Each Member of the House of Representatives shall participate in one ride-along in the respective congressional district of the Member once during each term as a Member of the House. (b) Regulations The Committee on House Administration shall promulgate regulations to carry out this resolution. (c) Violation If the Committee on Ethics determines that a Member has not satisfied the requirement under subsection (a) by the deadline described in such subsection, the Committee shall— (1) publish the name of the Member on a readily available, public list on the website of the Committee that identifies Members who have not satisfied such requirement; and (2) cause to be published in the Congressional Record information with respect to the failure of the Member to satisfy such requirement. (d) Definitions In this section: (1) Ride-Along The term ride-along means an arrangement for a Member of the House of Representatives to serve one shift in a passenger seat of a law enforcement vehicle observing the work day of a local law enforcement officer in the respective congressional district of such Member. (2) Member of the House of Representatives The term Member of the House of Representatives includes a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress. (e) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress and each succeeding Congress.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1027 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 23, 2024 Mr. Fitzpatrick submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 626) to advance commonsense policy priorities.

That immediately upon adoption of this resolution, the House shall proceed to the consideration in the House of the bill (H.R. 626) to advance commonsense policy priorities. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment in the nature of a substitute specified in section 3 of this resolution shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by Representative Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania or a designee and an opponent; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. Clause 1(c) of rule XIX shall not apply to the consideration of H.R. 626. 3. The amendment in the nature of a substitute referred to in the first section of this resolution is an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of H.R. 7372 as introduced, modified by an amendment received for printing in the portion of the Congressional Record designated for that purpose in clause 8 of rule XVIII dated at least one day before the consideration of H.R. 626, if submitted by Representative Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania. If more than one such amendment is submitted, then only the last amendment submitted shall be considered as the modification.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1029 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 23, 2024 Mr. Magaziner (for himself, Mrs. Watson Coleman , Ms. Moore of Wisconsin , Ms. Pressley , Ms. Kaptur , Ms. Norton , Ms. Barragán , Ms. Lois Frankel of Florida , Mr. Takano , Ms. Castor of Florida , Mr. Amo , Ms. Matsui , Ms. Lee of California , Ms. Brownley , Ms. Bonamici , and Ms. Pingree ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish a Permanent Select Committee on Aging.

That rule X of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: Permanent Select Committee on Aging 12. There is established a Permanent Select Committee on Aging which shall not have legislative jurisdiction but which shall have jurisdiction— (1) to conduct a continuing comprehensive study and review of the problems of the older American, including but not limited to income maintenance, poverty, housing, health (including medical research), welfare, employment, education, recreation, and long-term care; (2) to study the use of all practicable means and methods of encouraging the development of public and private programs and policies which will assist the older American in taking a full part in national life and which will encourage the utilization of the knowledge, skills, special aptitudes, and abilities of older Americans to contribute to a better quality of life for all Americans; (3) to develop policies that would encourage the coordination of both governmental and private programs designed to deal with problems of aging; and (4) to review any recommendations made by the President or by the White House Conference on aging relation to programs or policies affecting older Americans. .
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1031 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 26, 2024 Mrs. Lesko (for herself, Mr. Gooden of Texas , Mr. Ogles , Mr. Self , Mr. Norman , Mrs. Miller of Illinois , Mr. Burgess , Ms. De La Cruz , Mrs. Hinson , Mr. Brecheen , Mr. Moore of Alabama , Mr. Mike Garcia of California , Ms. Greene of Georgia , Mr. Burlison , Mr. Fulcher , Mr. Baird , Mrs. Harshbarger , Mr. Weber of Texas , Mr. Biggs , Ms. Mace , Mr. Duncan , Mr. Babin , Mr. Feenstra , Ms. Malliotakis , and Mr. Nehls ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the situation at the southern border is an invasion.

Whereas over 8 million illegal immigrants have crossed the southern border since January of 2021; Whereas there has been an over 1,000-percent increase of people on the terrorist watchlist crossing the southern border; and Whereas thousands of pounds of deadly drugs have flowed over the southern border, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of thousands of Americans: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the situation at the southern border is an invasion.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1033 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 28, 2024 Ms. Velázquez (for herself, Mr. Grijalva , Mr. Cleaver , Ms. Norton , and Ms. Schakowsky ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of February 28, 2024, as Community Arts Education Day.

Whereas community arts education is a dynamic and inclusive approach to learning and engagement in the arts, fostering creativity, cultural expression, and social transformation within communities; Whereas community arts education encompasses a broad range of artistic disciplines and practices that empower individuals to develop their artistic skills, deepen their cultural understanding, and cultivate a sense of belonging and agency within themselves and their communities; Whereas community arts education is a participatory and transformative practice that engages individuals in the creation, exploration, and critical dialogue of the arts within a community context, and community arts education goes beyond individual skill-building or personal expression and it connects through a larger social context; Whereas community arts education leaders, which can include culture bearers, teaching artists, and administrators, play a vital role in providing essential arts instruction and learning to diverse communities, both within and outside of formal educational settings; Whereas community arts education is liberatory by uplifting our communities’ culture, heritage, and history in many forms such as dance, music, theatre, literary arts and other modes of self-expression; Whereas community arts education can build people’s imaginations, build critical learning and life skills, promote better health, and generate a sense of shared culture and community belonging; Whereas research has shown that community arts education positively impacts individuals of all ages and develops social emotional competencies like confidence in self-expression and ideas, social awareness, and self-regulating emotions; and Whereas students who actively participate in the arts tend to enroll in competitive colleges, as well as four-year colleges in general, at higher rates compared to students with lower engagement in the arts: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports Community Arts Education Day and recognizes Community Arts Education Day is more crucial than ever as a vehicle for activism, individual and collective self-expression, and healing.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1034 In the House of Representatives, U. S., February 29, 2024 RESOLUTION Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

That the following named Members be, and are hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Homeland Security: Mr. Suozzi (to rank immediately after Mr. Menendez). Committee on Oversight and Accountability: Ms. Pressley.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1035 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 29, 2024 Ms. Adams (for herself, Ms. Manning , Mrs. Foushee , Mr. Jackson of North Carolina , Mr. Nickel , Ms. Norton , Mr. Veasey , Ms. Lee of California , Ms. Tlaib , Ms. Moore of Wisconsin , Mr. Johnson of Georgia , Mr. Goldman of New York , Ms. Sánchez , Mr. Carson , Ms. Brown , Mr. Espaillat , and Mr. Ivey ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce , and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned RESOLUTION Recognizing the significance of the Greensboro Four sit-in during Black History Month.

Whereas, February 1, 2024, is the 64th anniversary of the Greensboro Four sit-in; Whereas, February 1, 2024, also marks the beginning of Black History month, and the United States celebration of the contributions of Black Americans to the Nation’s rich history and culture; Whereas Joseph McNeil, Jibreel Khazan (formerly Ezell Blair, Jr.), Franklin McCain, and David Richmond are the members of the Greensboro Four; Whereas the Greensboro Four attended North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Whereas the Greensboro Four were refused service at the F.W. Woolworth cafeteria in Greensboro, North Carolina, on February 1, 1960; Whereas the Greensboro Four ignited a movement to challenge racial inequality throughout the South; Whereas the Greensboro Four were joined by female students from Bennett College and Greensboro Women’s College; Whereas the sit-ins spread nationwide with over 700,000 people participating, including students, clergymen, and citizens, both White and Black; Whereas the protests resulted in more than 3,000 arrests; Whereas the Greensboro Four remained peaceful throughout the 6-month sit-in; and Whereas the Woolworth Lunch Counter was integrated on July 26, 1960: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the Greensboro Four for their contribution to the civil rights movement and the significant role they played as a catalyst for the mobilization of college students in the civil rights movement coalescing in the formation of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee; (2) recognizes that ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the Nation; (3) recognizes the continued importance of sit-ins as an effective form of nonviolent resistance to spur positive social change; and (4) encourages all States to include in their educational curriculum the history and contributions of the Greensboro Four.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1037 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 29, 2024 Mrs. Chavez-DeRemer (for herself, Mrs. Steel , and Mr. Ciscomani ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Providing the sense of the House of Representatives that in vitro fertilization (IVF) is necessary for women who cannot conceive naturally, and for other purposes.

Whereas, infertility presents a significant challenge for women across the nation, affecting their ability to conceive and realize their aspirations of parenthood; Whereas, CDC reports that roughly 19 percent of women deal with infertility; Whereas, advancements in medical science have led to the emergence of in vitro fertilization (IVF), providing hope and options for those grappling with infertility; Whereas, IVF has proven to be a widely embraced and effective solution for couples contending with infertility, affording them the opportunity to establish families and experience the blessings of parenthood; and Whereas, the Columbia University Fertility Center reports over 8 million babies have been born through IVF: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) strongly supports the access to and use of IVF treatments across the United States; (2) remains committed to commonsense policies that enable 4 families to grow and thrive; and (3) recognizes the fundamental truth that life is precious.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1038 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 29, 2024 Ms. Craig (for herself, Mr. Finstad , Mr. Phillips , Ms. McCollum , Mr. Emmer , Mrs. Fischbach , and Mr. Stauber ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary 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 House of Representatives— (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 about 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.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1039 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 29, 2024 Mr. Gottheimer (for himself and Mr. Bacon ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Recognizing the significance of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and the need for robust funding of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke at the National Institutes of Health.

Whereas Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) causes damage to the peripheral nerves, which transmit information and signals from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body, and can also directly affect the nerves that control the muscles; Whereas it is estimated that 126,000 individuals in the United States have CMT and 2,600,000 people worldwide; Whereas nearly all cases of CMT are inherited; Whereas the specific gene that causes CMT has not yet been identified; Whereas there are many different types of CMT, including CMT4B3; and Whereas, despite its impact, Federal funding for CMT research was actually less in 2022 than in 2021: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes that Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease is a significant disease impacting thousands of Americans and millions around the world; (2) expresses that Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease should receive robust funding for research to ensure all is being done to study this disease at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke within the National Institutes of Health; and (3) expresses the need to continue to invest in research efforts to tackle Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and other rare diseases that currently have no cure.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1045 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 29, 2024 Mr. Morelle submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of March 3, 2024, as National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day .

Whereas triple-negative breast cancer was recognized as a distinct type of cancer in 2006; Whereas triple-negative breast cancer disproportionately affects young women, Black and Hispanic women, and those with BRCA gene mutations; Whereas triple-negative breast cancers are estrogen receptor-negative, progesterone receptor-negative, and HER2-negative, making them distinct from other breast cancers; Whereas there is no targeted therapy for triple-negative breast cancers; Whereas 10 to 20 percent of all breast cancer diagnoses are designated as triple-negative; Whereas triple-negative breast cancer can be more aggressive and more likely to spread and recur; Whereas triple-negative breast cancer accounts for around 25 percent of all deaths from breast cancer in the United States; and Whereas March 3, 2024, would be an appropriate date to designate as National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day to create awareness of the devastating effect of these cancers on families in the United States and the need for strong action to eradicate triple-negative breast cancer.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1049 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 1, 2024 Mr. Pascrell (for himself and Mr. Bacon ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing the need for enhanced public awareness of traumatic brain injury and support for the designation of a National Brain Injury Awareness Month.

Whereas traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when brain function is altered by an external force, such as when something strikes the head or when the head hits something as the result of a fall, motor vehicle accident, assault, or other event; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported that 2,500,000 people sustain a nonfatal TBI each year; Whereas the CDC estimated that 5,300,000 Americans are living with long-term disabilities as a result of brain injury and millions more are suffering from the residual effects of less severe TBIs; Whereas CDC data suggests that TBIs accounted for approximately 214,110 hospitalizations annually in 2021; Whereas the CDC found that there were 69,473 TBI-related deaths in 2021, meaning about 190 Americans died from TBI-related injury each day; Whereas traumatic brain injury (TBI) has been called a signature injury of Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts; Whereas the Department of Defense reported that between the years 2000 and 2017, 375,000 military members were diagnosed with a TBI; Whereas the Institute of Medicine concluded that military servicemembers are at increased risk of long-term health issues from TBIs including depression, Alzheimer’s-like symptoms, post-traumatic stress disorder, seizures, and problems with social functioning; Whereas the effects of a TBI diagnosis of our men and women in uniform is difficult because these injuries are oftentimes invisible and hard to trace; Whereas traumatic brain injury is a leading cause of death and disability among children and young adults in the United States; Whereas 15 percent of high school youth report sports or recreation-related concussions annually; Whereas most cases of traumatic brain injury are preventable; Whereas the lack of public awareness is so vast that traumatic brain injury has been known in the disability community as the Nation’s silent epidemic ; Whereas the designation of a National Brain Injury Awareness Month will enhance public awareness of traumatic brain injury; and Whereas advocacy organizations, including the Brain Injury Association of America, the National Association of State Head Injury Administrators and the United States Brain Injury Alliance, have all recognized March as Brain Injury Awareness Month: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the life-altering impact traumatic brain injury may have both on Americans living with the resultant disabilities and on their families; (2) recognizes the need for enhanced public awareness of traumatic brain injury; (3) supports the designation of an appropriate month as National Brain Injury Awareness Month; and (4) encourages the President to issue a proclamation designating such a month.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1050 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 1, 2024 Mr. Payne (for himself, Ms. Williams of Georgia , Ms. Sewell , Ms. Clarke of New York , Mr. Davis of Illinois , Ms. Norton , Mrs. Watson Coleman , Ms. McClellan , Mr. Tonko , Ms. Wilson of Florida , Ms. Jackson Lee , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Mr. Bacon , Ms. Adams , Mr. Ivey , and Mr. Bishop of Georgia ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of March 2024 as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

Whereas colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among men and women combined in the United States; Whereas, in 2024, approximately 153,020 Americans will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer and approximately 53,010 Americans will die from it; Whereas colorectal cancer is one of the most highly preventable forms of cancer because screening tests can find polyps that can be removed before becoming cancerous; Whereas screening tests can detect colorectal cancer early, when treatment works best; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that if every individual aged 50 or older had regular screening tests, as many as 60 percent of deaths from colorectal cancer could be prevented; Whereas the 5-year survival rate for patients with localized colorectal cancer is 90 percent, but only 39 percent of all diagnoses occur at this stage; Whereas colorectal cancer screenings can effectively reduce colorectal cancer incidence and mortality, yet, 1 in 3 adults over 50 years of age are not up to date with recommended colorectal cancer screening; Whereas 1 in 23 men and 1 in 26 women will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer in their lifetime; Whereas, by 2030, colorectal cancer is expected to be the number one cancer killer for those ages 20–49; Whereas public awareness and education campaigns on colorectal cancer prevention, screening, and symptoms are held during the month of March each year; and Whereas educational efforts can help provide information to the public of methods of prevention and screening, as well as about symptoms for early detection: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate awareness and educational activities.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1057 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 5, 2024 Mr. Good of Virginia (for himself, Mr. Ogles , Ms. Mace , Mr. Norman , Mr. Higgins of Louisiana , Mr. Posey , Mr. LaMalfa , Mr. Mooney , Mr. Donalds , Mr. Clyde , Mrs. Miller of Illinois , Mrs. Harshbarger , Mr. Weber of Texas , Mr. Brecheen , Mr. Palmer , Mr. Ezell , Mr. Wilson of South Carolina , Mr. Biggs , and Mr. Burlison ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Denouncing calls for a cease-fire in Gaza.

Whereas Hamas brutally attacked Israel on October 7, 2023, causing the death of over 1,200 Israeli citizens, including women and children; Whereas the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) employed several Hamas terror operatives; Whereas the Biden administration has funded UNRWA with over $1,000,000,000 American taxpayer dollars; Whereas the Biden administration restarted aid to the Palestinian Authority, which President Trump had suspended; Whereas additional developmental aid to any Palestinian entity is illegal under the Taylor Force Act, after dozens of American citizens were killed under the Biden administration’s watch by terrorists affiliated with Hamas and the Palestinian Authority, including on October 7; Whereas the Palestinian Authority continues to pay salaries to terrorists and their families who have murdered American citizens; Whereas progressive interest groups have demanded President Biden call for a cease-fire that would result in the laying down of arms by Israel and increased offensive measures by Hamas; Whereas those same groups are demanding the establishment of an independent State of Palestine; Whereas the Arabs rejected the 1947 United Nations Partition plan to establish an independent State of Palestine; and Whereas the United States unequivocally stands with Israel and its indisputable right to defend itself: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) denounces calls for a cease-fire in Gaza; (2) calls for an end of United States funding of Hamas via UNRWA; (3) condemns calls for the establishment of an independent State of Palestine; and (4) calls for a termination of United States assistance to Palestinian entities, government officials, relief agencies, and NGOs until an independent and comprehensive investigation is completed.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1058 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 5, 2024 Mrs. Miller-Meeks (for herself, Mr. Nunn of Iowa , Mr. Feenstra , and Mrs. Hinson ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce 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 House of Representatives— (1) congratulates Caitlin Clark on becoming the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I basketball all-time leading scorer; and (2) respectfully requests that the Clerk of the House of Representatives 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.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1060 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 6, 2024 Mrs. Cammack submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for starting and growing families through in vitro fertilization.

Whereas in vitro fertilization (hereinafter 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 through the IVF process occurred in 1978, and since that time millions of children have been conceived and born using IVF worldwide; Whereas, according to a 2015 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (hereinafter 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 in 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 House of Representatives— (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 50 States and Territories; (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.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1064 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 6, 2024 Mr. Weber of Texas (for himself, Mr. Nehls , Mr. Fallon , Mr. Carter of Texas , Mr. Burgess , Mr. Self , Mr. Tony Gonzales of Texas , and Mr. Sessions ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Recognizing the role and responsibilities of Texas operating the Electric Reliability Council of Texas and condemning any action to federalize the Texas electricity markets.

Whereas the Electric Reliability Council of Texas manages electric power to more than 26,000,000 Texans and represents roughly 90 percent of Texas’ electric power supply; Whereas the Electric Reliability Council of Texas is not subject to the jurisdiction of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, rather falling under the jurisdiction of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Texas Legislature; Whereas the Electric Reliability Council of Texas oversees more than 52,700 miles of transmission lines and 1,100 electric generating units, which in 2024 consisted of 44.3 percent natural gas, 25.2 percent wind, 9.8 percent coal, and 13.2 percent solar, with nuclear, hydropower, and other sources accounting for the remainder; Whereas, counter to narratives that have been promulgated in Congress, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas currently has direct current connections with neighboring grids, and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the Public Utility Commission of Texas have approved the Southern Spirit Transmission project that would be capable of transmitting up to 2,000 megawatts of power from the Southeastern United States; and Whereas legislation has been introduced in the House of Representatives to force the Electric Reliability Council of Texas to connect to other major neighboring electric grids, imposing the will of the Federal Government on a system that is solely under the purview of the State: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the role and responsibilities the Electric Reliability Council of Texas as decided by the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Texas Legislature, not the Federal Government; and (2) condemns any action by Congress or a Presidential administration to federalize Texas electricity markets.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1067 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 8, 2024 Mr. Alford submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability RESOLUTION Recognizing the 175th anniversary of the organization of Laclede County, Missouri, and the city of Lebanon, Missouri.

Whereas, on February 24, 1849, Laclede County, Missouri, and Lebanon, Missouri, were organized; Whereas Laclede County is made up of more than 36,000 proud Missourians, and Lebanon of more than 14,000 Missourians; Whereas Laclede County was named after Pierre Laclede, the founder of St. Louis, Missouri; and Whereas the city of Lebanon, Missouri, is the largest municipality of Laclede County, Missouri: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the 175th anniversary of the organization of Laclede County, Missouri, and the city of Lebanon, Missouri; and (2) acknowledges the importance of Laclede County, Missouri, and the city of Lebanon, Missouri, to the State of Missouri.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1073 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 11, 2024 Mr. Torres of New York submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to deny the privilege of admission to the Hall of the House to former Members who have been expelled from the House.

1. Short title This resolution may be cited as the Getting Expelled Officially Revokes Guaranteed Entry Resolution or the GEORGE Resolution . 2. Denying admission to Hall of the House to former Members who have been expelled Clause 4(a) of rule IV of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended— (1) by striking or at the end of subparagraph (3); (2) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (4) and inserting ; or ; and (3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: (5) has been expelled from the House. .
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1074 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 12, 2024 Ms. Escobar (for herself, Ms. Kuster , Ms. Chu , Ms. Jacobs , Ms. McCollum , Ms. Kaptur , Mr. Carbajal , Mr. Connolly , Mr. Moulton , Ms. Wild , Ms. Schakowsky , Mr. Sherman , Ms. Dean of Pennsylvania , Mr. Castro of Texas , Mr. Krishnamoorthi , Ms. DelBene , Ms. DeLauro , Mr. Raskin , Ms. Lee of California , Mr. Levin , Mr. Doggett , Ms. Barragán , Mr. Himes , Mr. McGovern , Mr. Beyer , Mr. Blumenauer , Ms. Bonamici , Ms. Brownley , Ms. Budzinski , Mr. Cárdenas , Mr. Carson , Mr. Casten , Mr. Case , Mr. Cohen , Mr. Crow , Mr. Davis of Illinois , Mr. Deluzio , Mr. DeSaulnier , Mrs. Dingell , Ms. DeGette , Ms. Eshoo , Mr. Evans , Mrs. Fletcher , Mr. Foster , Mr. Frost , Mr. Robert Garcia of California , Mr. Garamendi , Ms. Garcia of Texas , Mr. Green of Texas , Mr. Gomez , Mr. Grijalva , Mrs. Hayes , Mr. Huffman , Mr. Johnson of Georgia , Ms. Kamlager-Dove , Ms. Kelly of Illinois , Mr. Khanna , Mr. Kildee , Mr. Landsman , Mr. Larsen of Washington , Mr. Larson of Connecticut , Ms. Lofgren , Mr. Lynch , Mr. Magaziner , Ms. McClellan , Mr. Mfume , Ms. Moore of Wisconsin , Mr. Mrvan , Ms. Norton , Mr. Pappas , Mr. Pascrell , Mr. Peters , Ms. Pingree , Ms. Pettersen , Mr. Pocan , Ms. Porter , Mr. Quigley , Mr. Ruiz , Ms. Blunt Rochester , Mr. Ryan , Ms. Salinas , Mr. Sarbanes , Ms. Sewell , Mr. Soto , Mrs. Sykes , Mr. Takano , Mr. Thompson of California , Ms. Tokuda , Mr. Tonko , Mrs. Trahan , Mr. Trone , Ms. Velázquez , Mrs. Watson Coleman , Ms. Wexton , Mr. Swalwell , and Ms. Williams of Georgia ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Reaffirming the House of Representatives support of a two-state solution.

Whereas Israelis and Palestinians have the right to live in safety and security and to enjoy freedom, dignity, and prosperity; and Whereas the House of Representatives is committed to ensuring the enduring peace and security of both Israelis and Palestinians: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) reaffirms the State of Israel’s right to exist, as a Jewish, democratic state; (2) recognizes Palestinians’ right to sovereignty and self-determination through a Palestinian state; (3) supports a two-state solution as the best path to achieve lasting peace; and (4) condemns all calls and actions that reject and undermine a two-state solution.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1081 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 15, 2024 Mr. Davidson submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish a Committee on Health as a standing committee of the House.

1. Short title This resolution may be cited as the House Endeavor to Accelerate a Legislative Transformation of Healthcare Act or the HEALTH Act . 2. Establishment of Committee on Health (a) In general Clause 1 of rule X of the Rules of the House of Representatives is amended— (1) by redesignating paragraphs (j) through (t) as paragraphs (k) through (u); and (2) by inserting after paragraph (i) the following new paragraph: (j) Committee on Health (A) Biomedical research and development, including the Food and Drug Administration. (B) Health, health facilities, and health care supported by general revenues (except veterans’ hospitals, medical care, and treatment of veterans). (C) Public health and quarantine, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. . (b) Conforming amendments to existing jurisdiction of standing committees (1) Committee on Education and the Workforce Clause 1(e)(6) of such rule is amended by striking generally and inserting generally (except health insurance programs) . (2) Committee on Energy and Commerce Clause 1(f) of such rule is amended— (A) by striking subparagraphs (1), (3), and (12); and (B) by redesignating the remaining subparagraphs accordingly.
IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1086 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 19, 2024 Mr. Alford (for himself, Mr. Costa , Mr. LaMalfa , Mr. Davis of North Carolina , Mr. Mann , Mrs. Miller of Illinois , Ms. Pingree , Mr. Newhouse , Ms. Budzinski , Mr. Crawford , Mr. Finstad , Mr. Posey , Mrs. Cammack , Mr. Luetkemeyer , Mr. Soto , Mr. Balderson , Mr. Bishop of Georgia , Mrs. Chavez-DeRemer , Mr. Scott Franklin of Florida , Mr. Feenstra , Mr. Thompson of Pennsylvania , Ms. Salinas , Mr. Bacon , Mr. Flood , Mr. Van Orden , Mr. Westerman , Ms. Davids of Kansas , Mr. Kelly of Mississippi , Ms. Perez , Mr. Duarte , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Mr. Langworthy , Mr. Sorensen , Mr. Smith of Missouri , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Webster of Florida , Mr. Ellzey , Mr. Moolenaar , Mr. Bost , Mrs. Miller-Meeks , Mr. Nunn of Iowa , Mr. Curtis , Mr. Kean of New Jersey , Mrs. Hayes , Mr. Lucas , Mr. Austin Scott of Georgia , Mr. Baird , Ms. Craig , Mrs. Fischbach , Mr. Aderholt , Mr. Simpson , Mr. Miller of Ohio , Mr. Huizenga , Mr. Steil , Ms. Caraveo , Mr. Armstrong , Mrs. Hinson , Mr. LaTurner , Mr. Rouzer , Mr. Rose , Mr. Hudson , Mr. Kustoff , Mrs. Houchin , Mr. Steube , Ms. Tokuda , and Mrs. Harshbarger ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of March 19, 2024, as National Agriculture Day and celebrating the importance of agriculture as one of the most impactful industries in the United States.

That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the designation of National Agriculture Day ; and (2) celebrates the importance of agriculture as one of the most impactful industries in the United States.