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IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 337 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 17, 2025 Mr. Rouzer (for himself, Mr. Flood , Ms. Ross , Ms. Perez , Mr. Fitzpatrick , Mr. Ryan , Ms. Wilson of Florida , Mr. Carter of Louisiana , Mr. Fleischmann , Mr. Moulton , Mr. Khanna , Mr. Valadao , Mr. Tonko , Mr. Costa , Mr. Carson , Mr. Rulli , Mr. Veasey , Mr. Donalds , Mr. Bergman , Mr. Hudson , Mr. Smith of New Jersey , Mr. Deluzio , Ms. McCollum , Ms. Tokuda , Ms. Scholten , Mr. Rutherford , Ms. Garcia of Texas , Mr. Graves , Mr. Amodei of Nevada , Ms. Norton , Mr. Guest , Mr. Ciscomani , Mr. Nehls , Mr. Moran , Mr. Finstad , Mr. Torres of New York , Mr. Crawford , Mr. Rose , Mr. Taylor , Mr. Huizenga , Ms. Johnson of Texas , Mr. Kean , Mr. McDowell , Mr. Davis of North Carolina , Ms. Castor of Florida , Mr. Edwards , Mr. Harder of California , and Mrs. McBath ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Recognizing linemen, the profession of linemen, the contributions of these brave men and women who protect public safety, and expressing support for the designation of April 18, 2025, as National Lineman Appreciation Day .

Whereas the profession of linemen is steeped in personal, family, and professional tradition; Whereas linemen are often first responders during storms and other catastrophic events, working to make the scene safe for other public safety heroes; Whereas linemen must work high atop powerlines 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to keep electricity flowing; Whereas linemen play a vital role in the Nation’s economy by maintaining and growing the energy infrastructure of the United States; Whereas linemen must often work under dangerous conditions separated from their families to keep schools and businesses open; Whereas linemen deserve recognition from the community regarding the danger of their work; and Whereas, April 18, 2025, would be an appropriate date to designate as National Lineman Appreciation Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) recognizes the efforts of linemen in keeping the power on and protecting public safety; (2) supports the designation of National Lineman Appreciation Day ; and (3) recognizes linemen as first responders.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 338 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 17, 2025 Mrs. Trahan (for herself and Mr. Garcia of California ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of April 17, 2025, as Cambodian Genocide Remembrance Day to remember the horrific slaughter of almost 2,000,000 Cambodian people at the hand of the Khmer Rouge regime.

Whereas, April 17th, 1975, marked the fall of Phnom Penh to the Khmer Rouge, thereby marking the beginning of the Cambodian Genocide; Whereas, beginning on April 17, 1975, and for the next 4 years, almost 2,000,000 Cambodian people were starved, tortured, and murdered under the direct orders of the Khmer Rouge regime and their leader Pol Pot; Whereas nearly one fourth of the population of Cambodia at the time were killed during the genocide; Whereas, April 17th, 2025, marks the 50th anniversary of the beginning of the Cambodian Genocide; Whereas by designating April 17th as a day of remembrance, the utmost respect and reverence can be given to the lives that were lost; Whereas recognizing this day serves to honor those who survived the genocide with the utmost admiration; Whereas Cambodian communities have found new beginnings across the United States, acting as a symbol of resiliency and strength; Whereas, in 2019, the cities of Lowell, Los Angeles, and Long Beach proclaimed April 17th to be Cambodian Genocide Remembrance Day; and Whereas, in 2023, the State of Massachusetts proclaimed April 17th to be Cambodian Genocide Remembrance Day: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the principles and values of Cambodian Genocide Remembrance Day ; (2) acknowledges the long and continued struggle of the Cambodian people to foster a free and just democratic process; (3) further acknowledges the work of the Cambodian diaspora community throughout the United States to gain recognition of the Cambodian Genocide by the Federal Government; (4) encourages all to reflect on the history of the Cambodian Genocide and the legacy that it has left, both within Cambodia and abroad; and (5) requests that the President issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe such a day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 342 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 21, 2025 Mr. McGovern submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Recognizing the history of the drug diethylstilbestrol and the harm it has caused, and for other purposes.

Whereas diethylstilbestrol ( DES ) is a toxic and carcinogenic estrogen and endocrine disrupter; Whereas the Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) approved DES in the early 1940s; Whereas DES was widely prescribed, with the intention of preventing miscarriage, to between five and ten million pregnant women in the United States until 1971; Whereas DES exposure in utero was linked to the development of rare cancers of the vagina and cervix called clear cell adenocarcinoma in female children, commonly referred to as DES Daughters ; Whereas the FDA banned the use of DES during pregnancy in the United States in 1971; Whereas DES exposure in utero has since been linked to increased fertility and pregnancy complications and other physical and mental health challenges; Whereas the FDA has acknowledged the harm caused by DES but has yet to apologize to the families of those impacted by its prolonged use; and Whereas April 20 through 26, 2025, would be an appropriate week to designate as DES Awareness Week : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the designation of DES Awareness Week ; (2) recognizes the history of the drug diethylstilbestrol and the harm it has caused; (3) supports the restoration of funding for the DES Follow-Up Study; and (4) urges the Food and Drug Administration to issue a formal apology to families impacted by diethylstilbestrol.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 343 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 21, 2025 Mr. Williams of Texas (for himself, Mr. Babin , Mr. Self , and Mr. Weber of Texas ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of San Jacinto Day in recognition of April 21, 1836, the date on which General Sam Houston and the Texan Army defeated the Mexican Army winning Texas independence from Mexico.

Whereas, 189 years ago, General Sam Houston launched an attack against Santa Anna and his Mexican Army achieving the deciding victory over Mexico securing Texas independence; Whereas General Sam Houston said, We must now act or abandon all hope. Rally to the standard and be no longer the scoff of mercenary tongues. Be men, be free men, that your children may bless their father’s name ; Whereas the battle lasted only 18 minutes before the Texan Army claimed their victory; Whereas the victory at San Jacinto led to the independence of Texas from Mexico, giving Texas the autonomy needed for its eventual admission into the United States nine years later; and Whereas the legacy of the Texan Army, remembered for its courage and sacrifice continues to inspire national pride in Texans and Americans alike: Now therefore be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of San Jacinto Day, marking the 189th anniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto, the day outnumbered Texan soldiers defeated the Mexican Army and solidified Texas independence; (2) honors the bravery and honor of those who fought in the Texas revolution for their commitment to freedom and liberty; and (3) encourages all Americans to reflect on the importance of freedom and the spirit of those who fight to uphold freedom and American ideals.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 344 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 24, 2025 Ms. Bonamici (for herself, Mr. Scott of Virginia , Ms. Wilson of Florida , Mr. Takano , Mrs. Hayes , Ms. Omar , and Mr. DeSaulnier ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce RESOLUTION Of inquiry requesting the President, and directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services, to transmit respectively, to the House of Representatives certain documents relating to the elimination of the Administration for Community Living.

That the President is requested, and the Secretary of Health and Human Services is directed, to transmit respectively, to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, unredacted copies of all documents, memoranda, legal opinions, notes from meetings, records (including telephone records, electronic mail records, and screen shots), correspondence (electronic or otherwise), and other communications (or any portion of any such communications) that are in the possession of the President or the Secretary, respectively, that refer or relate to the following: (1) The proposed elimination of the Administration for Community Living. (2) Any reduction in force or other downsizing measures at the Administration for Community Living. (3) Any action taken pursuant to the Health and Human Services March 27, 2025, communication HHS Announces Transformation to Make America Healthy Again , and the accompanying Fact Sheet, resulted in the alteration of the functions and responsibilities of the Administration for Community Living. (4) Any action taken to dismiss career staff in leadership positions within the Administration for Community Living. (5) Any determination made by the Executive Office of the President, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, the Principal Deputy Administrator for the Administration for Community Living, or the staff of the Department of Health and Human Services or the Administration for Community Living, that the staff remaining at the Department after any reduction in force, other downsizing measure, or closure would be sufficient to ensure that the Administrator, the individual designated with the responsibilities of the Administrator if that position no longer exists, or the Assistant Secretary of Aging, as appropriate, could faithfully execute the laws Congress has directed the Administrator or the Assistant Secretary of Aging, as appropriate, to enforce or implement, including but not limited to— (A) the Older Americans Act of 1965 ( 42 U.S.C. 3001 ); (B) the Assistive Technology Act of 2004 (AT Act) ( 29 U.S.C. 3001 et seq. ); (C) the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act (DD ACT) ( 42 U.S.C. 15001 et seq. ); and (D) the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ( 29 U.S.C. 701 et seq. ). (6) Any action taken to terminate a grant awarded by the Department through the Administration for Community Living.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 345 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 24, 2025 Mr. Bell (for himself and Mr. Bilirakis ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of the month of April 2025 as Parkinsons Awareness Month .

Whereas Parkinson’s disease— (1) affects over 1,000,000 individuals in the United States with nearly 90,000 individuals diagnosed each year; (2) is the fastest-growing and second most common neurodegenerative disease in the world; (3) is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, but the exact cause in most individuals is still unknown; and (4) is the 15th leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Whereas it is estimated that, by the year 2037, the number of individuals with Parkinson’s disease in the United States will nearly double, and the disease will cost the United States at least $80,000,000,000 annually; Whereas the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease can include dementia and cognitive impairment, tremors, slowness of movement and rigidity, gait and balance difficulties, speech and swallowing difficulties, depression, and a variety of other symptoms; Whereas there are millions of family caregivers, friends, and loved ones whose lives are greatly affected by Parkinson’s disease; and Whereas more research, education, and community support services are needed to— (1) find better treatments and a cure for Parkinson’s disease; and (2) maintain dignity for those living with the disease today: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Parkinson’s Awareness Month ; (2) supports the goals and ideals of Parkinson’s Awareness Month; (3) continues to support research to find better treatments and a cure for Parkinson’s disease; (4) recognizes the individuals living with Parkinson’s disease who participate in vital clinical trials to advance the knowledge of the disease; and (5) commends the dedication of organizations, volunteers, researchers, and millions of individuals across the country working to improve the quality of life of people living with Parkinson’s disease and their families.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 350 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 24, 2025 Ms. Stevens submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of April 24, 2025, as Remanufacturing Day .

Whereas remanufacturing is a comprehensive and rigorous industrial process by which a previously sold, leased, used, worn, remanufactured, or nonfunctional product or part is returned to a like-new, same-as-when-new, or better-than-when-new condition, from both a quality and performance perspective, through a controlled, reproducible, and sustainable process; Whereas a 2012 United States International Trade Commission (ITC) report found that remanufacturers support at least 180,000 full-time jobs in the United States, and the ITC report states that production of remanufactured goods in the United States increased by 15 percent from 2009 to 2011 and exports totaled $11,200,000,000 annually; Whereas remanufacturing has been recognized by leading universities, research institutions, and manufacturers in the United States as good for the environment for its ability to divert end-of-life products from landfills; Whereas, by encouraging businesses, State agencies, nonprofit organizations, schools, and individuals to celebrate Remanufacturing Day on April 24, 2025, Congress can further promote remanufacturing as environmentally friendly and economically smart; and Whereas, to focus the attention of the United States on the benefits of remanufacturing, businesses, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations have joined together to celebrate Remanufacturing Day and are encouraging their colleagues, friends and families, and their communities to learn more about the benefits of remanufactured products: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives supports the designation of Remanufacturing Day .
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 357 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 29, 2025 Mr. Castro of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of State to transmit to the House of Representatives any record created on or after January 20, 2025, under the control of the President or the Secretary, respectively, relating to international agreements between the United States of America and El Salvador and the removal of individuals from the United States to El Salvador and subsequent detentions of such individuals.

That the President is requested, and the Secretary of State is directed, to transmit, respectively, to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of all documents, charts, or tables, including notes from meetings, audio recordings, records (including telephone and email records), correspondence, artificial intelligence large language model conversation transcripts, and any other communications created on or after January 20, 2025, under the control of the President or the Secretary, respectively, that refer or relate to any of the following: (1) Any agreements, including nonbinding instruments, or arrangements made with the Government of El Salvador. (2) All information pertaining to Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s trip to El Salvador in February 2025, including preparation materials, transcripts, and notes. (3) All information pertaining to President Bukele’s April 14, 2025, visit to the White House, including preparation materials, transcripts, and notes. (4) All information regarding the removal of individuals from the United States to El Salvador and the detention of those individuals by the Government of El Salvador, including on behalf of the United States. (5) All information pertaining to any funding provided by the United States to the Government of El Salvador to support the detention of individuals, including information pertaining to the accounts from which those funds are or will be drawn, amounts already transferred, and amounts obligated or committed to be transferred. (6) Legal analysis of or legal justifications for any agreements, including nonbinding instruments with the Government of El Salvador, including any and all analysis of whether such agreements are subject to the requirements set forth in the Case-Zablocki Act and amendments thereto included in PL 117–263. (7) Legal analysis of or legal justifications for any funding provided by the United States to the Government of El Salvador to support the detention of individuals, including any and all analysis of whether such obligations of funding require notification to Congress.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 358 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 29, 2025 Mrs. Kiggans of Virginia (for herself and Ms. Tokuda ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION A resolution seeking justice for the Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea.

Whereas the United States Government recognizes that North Korea was abducting Japanese citizens since the 1970s; Whereas, in September 2002, North Korea admitted that it had abducted Japanese citizens and promised to prevent further recurrences; Whereas, in October of 2002, only 5 abductees were returned to Japan after being held prisoner for 24 years, despite the explicit commitment of North Korea to investigate what had happened to all abductees; Whereas the Universal Declaration of Human Rights upholds the basic principles of liberty and freedom enshrined within the United States Constitution and Bill of Rights; Whereas human rights awareness is essential to the realization of fundamental freedoms and contributes to promoting equality, preventing conflict and human rights violations, and enhancing participation in democratic processes; Whereas these abductions of Japanese citizens by North Korea directly conflict with the basic principle of liberty and freedom; and Whereas there have been several attempts at dialogue between North Korea and Japanese leaders in an effort to yield stable results: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) calls on North Korea to release any abducted foreign nationals, including those from Japan; (2) urges North Korea to return the remains and provide information on any deceased abductees; (3) urges North Korea to make such restitution as appropriate regarding abductees; and (4) urges North Korea to apologize and permanently cease such activities.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 363 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 30, 2025 Ms. Kaptur (for herself, Mr. Latta , Mrs. Dingell , and Ms. Schakowsky ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of the week of May 9 through May 18, 2025, as National American Birding Week .

Whereas approximately 3,500,000,000 songbirds, raptors, shore birds, and waterfowl representing over 350 species migrate north through the United States to breeding grounds every spring from wintering grounds in the southern United States, Mexico, and the tropics; Whereas populations of many migratory bird species are in decline due to habitat loss, predation, and collisions with buildings, utility infrastructure, and vehicles; Whereas an estimated 96,000,000 American birders spend almost $107,000,000,000 annually on birdwatching activities, creating 1,400,000 jobs and billions in employment income and Federal and State tax revenue; and Whereas annual birding events, such as the Biggest Week in American Birding , sponsored by the Black Swamp Bird Observatory in Oak Harbor, Ohio, in collaboration with the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, the Magee Marsh State Wildlife Area, and a coalition of public, nonprofit, and private partners, leverage government, nonprofit, and private resources to promote conservation of migratory bird populations and economic development through a multifaceted approach that combines research, education, and outreach: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of National American Birding Week ; (2) recognizes that birding is a pastime that generates billions in economic benefits annually; (3) understands that migratory bird populations face an array of natural and human-caused threats to their survival; (4) applauds coordinated efforts by Federal, State, and local governments, conservation organizations, and businesses to promote conservation of migratory birds and economic development through birding; and (5) encourages birders and the public at large to attend events such as the Biggest Week in American Birding to learn about bird migration and to support efforts by governments, conservation organizations, and businesses to preserve migratory bird populations.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 364 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 13, 2025 RESOLUTION Calling upon local communities to support organizations that provide resources and aid Gold Shield Families in their time of need.

Whereas brave men and women across the United States serve as first responders, courageously risking their lives to protect United States communities; Whereas the families of these valiant first responders exhibit unparalleled strength, resilience, and sacrifice, supporting their loved ones in their noble service to the Nation; Whereas the loss of a first responder in the line of duty is a profound tragedy that leaves an enduring impact on their families, necessitating unwavering support; Whereas Gold Shield Families, families of fallen police officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, correction officers, emergency dispatch officers, and emergency service providers who have tragically lost their lives in the line of duty protecting and serving their communities, endure hardships and challenges while upholding the legacy of their fallen heroes; and Whereas nonprofits throughout the United States provide resources and support Gold Shield Families as an expression of the Nation’s enduring gratitude and appreciation for their tremendous contributions and sacrifices: Now, therefore, be it

That— (1) local communities throughout the United States support nonprofits that provide resources and aid Gold Shield Families during their time of hardship and grief; and (2) Gold Shield Families utilize these resources as they process their immeasurable sacrifice.

Kevin F. McCumber, Clerk.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 364 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 30, 2025 Mr. Meuser submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure RESOLUTION Calling upon local communities to support organizations that provide resources and aid Gold Shield Families in their time of need.

Whereas brave men and women across the United States serve as first responders, courageously risking their lives to protect United States communities; Whereas the families of these valiant first responders exhibit unparalleled strength, resilience, and sacrifice, supporting their loved ones in their noble service to the Nation; Whereas the loss of a first responder in the line of duty is a profound tragedy that leaves an enduring impact on their families, necessitating unwavering support; Whereas Gold Shield Families, families of fallen police officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, correction officers, emergency dispatch officers, and emergency service providers who have tragically lost their lives in the line of duty protecting and serving their communities, endure hardships and challenges while upholding the legacy of their fallen heroes; and Whereas nonprofits throughout the United States provide resources and support Gold Shield Families as an expression of the Nation’s enduring gratitude and appreciation for their tremendous contributions and sacrifices: Now, therefore, be it

That— (1) local communities throughout the United States support nonprofits that provide resources and aid Gold Shield Families during their time of hardship and grief; and (2) Gold Shield Families utilize these resources as they process their immeasurable sacrifice.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 365 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES April 30, 2025 Mr. Ogles (for himself, Mr. Cloud , Mr. Steube , and Mr. Moore of Alabama ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the House should recognize Robert Aitken’s Bible as a historical document of the United States Congress.

Whereas Robert Aitken’s Bible is the first known English-language Bible to be printed in North America; Whereas, on January 21, 1781, Robert Aitken presented a memorial petition to Congress offering to print an edition of the Holy Scriptures to be used in schools; Whereas, on September 12, 1782, the Committee on Congress issued a resolution which approved the pious and laudable undertaking of Mr. Aitken, as subservient to the interest of religion, as well as an instance of the progress of arts in this country , and recommended this edition of the Bible to the inhabitants of the United States; and Whereas Charles Thomson, the Secretary of the Continental Congress, signed the resolution of the Aitken Bible issued on September 12, 1782: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the House should recognize Robert Aitken’s Bible as a historical document of the United States Congress.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 367 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 1, 2025 Mr. Walberg (for himself, Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Balderson , Mr. Norcross , Mr. Van Orden , Ms. Brownley , and Mr. Stauber ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month .

Whereas, according to the Motorcycle Industry Council, motorcycling is a great tradition enjoyed by an estimated 30,000,000 individuals annually in the United States, representing approximately 9 percent of the population; Whereas motorcycles are a valuable component of the transportation mix; Whereas motorcycles are fuel-efficient and decrease congestion while having little impact on the transportation infrastructure of the United States; Whereas the motorcycling community promotes rider safety education, licensing, and motorcycle awareness; Whereas the motorcycling community is committed to decreasing motorcycle crashes through training and safety education, personal responsibility, and increased public awareness; Whereas, according to the Motorcycle Industry Council, approximately 87 percent of motorcycles are operated on highways in conjunction with other vehicles; Whereas motorcyclist fatalities occur more frequently than passenger vehicle motorist fatalities; Whereas motorcycle awareness is beneficial to all road users and will help decrease motorcycle crashes; and Whereas the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration promotes Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month to encourage riders to be properly licensed, receive training, and wear personal protective equipment, and to remind all riders and motorists to always share the road: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month ; (2) recognizes the contribution of motorcycles to the transportation mix; (3) encourages motorcycle awareness by all road users; (4) recognizes that motorcyclists have a right to the road and that all motorists should safely share the roadways; (5) encourages rider safety education, training, and proper gear for safe motorcycle operation; and (6) supports the goals of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 369 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 1, 2025 Mrs. Fletcher (for herself, Mr. Quigley , Mr. Amo , Mr. Tonko , Ms. Wasserman Schultz , Ms. Tlaib , Mr. Bishop , Ms. Castor of Florida , Mr. Landsman , Ms. Matsui , Ms. DeGette , Ms. McClellan , Mr. Ruiz , Mr. Fields , Ms. Velázquez , Mr. Mullin , Mr. Evans of Pennsylvania , Mrs. McBath , Mrs. Dingell , and Ms. Norton ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Health and Human Services should withdraw a reduction in public notice and comment opportunities.

Whereas public participation in the regulatory process is essential to the formulation of fair and sound policy; Whereas open rulemaking mitigates the possibility of arbitrary, harmful, and ill-advised rulemaking; Whereas the Department of Health and Human Services has successfully adhered to Administrative Procedure Act notice and comment period procedures for 54 years; Whereas the daily lives of millions of Americans are profoundly affected by the regulations that are issued by the Department of Health and Human Services; and Whereas it is critical that program beneficiaries, State and local governments, human services providers, and organizations continue to be afforded the opportunity for input whenever Health and Human Services regulatory changes are proposed: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Health and Human Services should withdraw the notice published in the Federal Register on March 3, 2025 (90 Fed. Reg. 11029) that would reduce public notice and comment opportunities, and affirm practices as in effect on February 27, 2025, which involve the public in rulemaking procedures.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 374 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 1, 2025 Ms. Norton submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform , and in addition to the Committees on Rules , Armed Services , the Judiciary , and Energy and Commerce , 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 disenfranchisement of District of Columbia residents, calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act, and expressing support for the designation of May 1, 2025, as D.C. Statehood Day .

Whereas the United States was founded on the principles of consent of the governed and no taxation without representation; Whereas District of Columbia residents are denied voting representation in Congress and full local self-government; Whereas the District of Columbia pays more per capita Federal taxes than any State and pays more Federal taxes than 19 States; Whereas statehood would give District of Columbia residents voting representation in Congress and full local self-government; Whereas Congress has the constitutional authority to pass the District of Columbia statehood bill, the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), which would admit the State of Washington, Douglass Commonwealth, and reduce the size of the Federal district; Whereas the Admissions Clause of the Constitution gives Congress the authority to admit new States, and all 37 new States were admitted by Congress; Whereas no State would have to consent to the admission of the State of Washington, Douglass Commonwealth; Whereas the District Clause of the Constitution gives Congress plenary authority over the Federal district and establishes a maximum size of the Federal district, but not a minimum size nor a location of the Federal district; Whereas the 23d Amendment to the Constitution allows the Federal district to participate in the electoral college, while not establishing a minimum size nor a location of the Federal district; Whereas the Constitution does not establish any prerequisites for new States, but Congress has generally considered 3 factors— (1) population and resources; (2) support for statehood; and (3) commitment to democracy; Whereas the District of Columbia has a larger population than 2 States; Whereas the District of Columbia has a larger gross domestic product than 15 States and a higher per capita gross domestic product than any State; Whereas the District of Columbia has a higher per capita personal income than any State; Whereas 86 percent of District of Columbia residents voted for statehood in 2016; and Whereas District of Columbia residents have been fighting for voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for more than 200 years: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of D.C. Statehood Day ; and (2) calls on Congress to pass the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51).
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 376 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 1, 2025 Mr. Raskin (for himself, Mr. Huffman , Ms. Brownley , Mr. Johnson of Georgia , Ms. Tlaib , and Ms. Norton ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of May 4, 2025, as a National Day of Reason and recognizing the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.

Whereas the application of reason has been the essential precondition for humanity’s extraordinary scientific, medical, technological, and social progress since before the founding of the United States; Whereas reason provides the necessary framework for confronting the crises of today, including— (1) for cultivating our common defense of the rule of law, the separation of church and state, strong democratic institutions, justice, and peace among nations; (2) for providing an antidote to the fear and disinformation that have fed the rise of authoritarianism in the United States; (3) for advancing civil liberties and human rights for all; and (4) for confronting the civilizational emergency of climate change; Whereas America’s Founders insisted upon the primacy of reason and knowledge in public life, and drafted the Constitution to prevent official establishment of religion and to protect freedom of thought, speech, and inquiry in civil society; Whereas the Establishment Clause and the Free Exercise Clause, grounded in the principle of reason, protect the rights of people of all religious faiths and of none at all and ensure the United States remains a pluralistic democracy capable of withstanding theocratic threats to secular governance; Whereas James Madison, author of the First Amendment and fourth President of the United States, stated, The advancement and diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty , and Knowledge will forever govern ignorance, and a people who mean to be their own governors, must arm themselves with the power knowledge gives ; Whereas Thomas Paine, an American Founding Father and luminary patriot of the Enlightenment and American Revolution, wrote that reason is the most formidable weapon against errors of every kind ; Whereas, today. some of our Nation’s leaders would replace knowledge, facts, and evidence with propaganda, disinformation, and superstition; and Whereas May 4, 2025, would be an appropriate date to designate as a National Day of Reason : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of a National Day of Reason ; and (2) encourages all persons in the United States to observe this day and uplift the central importance of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry to resolving social problems and promoting the welfare of humankind.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 377 In the House of Representatives, U. S., May 6, 2025 RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 276) to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the ‘‘Gulf of America”, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 881) to establish Department of Homeland Security funding restrictions on institutions of higher education that have a relationship with Confucius Institutes, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 276) to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the ‘‘Gulf of America”. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Natural Resources now printed in the bill shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Natural Resources or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 881) to establish Department of Homeland Security funding restrictions on institutions of higher education that have a relationship with Confucius Institutes, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Homeland Security now printed in the bill, an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 119–2 shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Homeland Security or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit.

Kevin F. McCumber, Clerk.
IV House Calendar No. 26 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 377 [Report No. 119–89] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 5, 2025 Mr. Austin Scott of Georgia , from the Committee on Rules , reported the following resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed RESOLUTION Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 276) to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America , and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 881) to establish Department of Homeland Security funding restrictions on institutions of higher education that have a relationship with Confucius Institutes, and for other purposes.

That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 276) to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the ‘‘Gulf of America”. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Natural Resources now printed in the bill shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Natural Resources or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit. 2. Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider in the House the bill (H.R. 881) to establish Department of Homeland Security funding restrictions on institutions of higher education that have a relationship with Confucius Institutes, and for other purposes. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Homeland Security now printed in the bill, an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 119–2 shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Homeland Security or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to recommit.

May 5, 2025 Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 379 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 5, 2025 Mr. Graves (for himself, Mr. Cleaver , Ms. Craig , Mr. Case , and Ms. Bonamici ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce RESOLUTION Recognizing the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.

Whereas education and knowledge are the foundation of the current and future strength of the United States; Whereas teachers and other education staff have earned and deserve the respect of their students and communities for their selfless dedication to community service and the futures of the children of the United States; Whereas the purposes of National Teacher Appreciation Week, celebrated from May 5, 2025, through May 9, 2025, are— (1) to raise public awareness of the unquantifiable contributions of teachers; and (2) to promote greater respect and understanding for the teaching profession; and Whereas students, schools, communities, and a number of organizations representing educators are recognizing the importance of teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) thanks elementary and secondary school teachers of the United States; and (2) promotes the profession of teaching and the contributions of educators by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week.
IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 382 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 5, 2025 Mr. Nunn of Iowa (for himself, Mr. Bacon , and Mr. Van Orden ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules RESOLUTION Providing a point of order in the House of Representatives during the 119th Congress against reconciliation measures that reduce benefits under the Medicaid program or the supplemental nutrition assistance program.

1. Point of order on cuts to certain programs in reconciliation measures (a) In general During the period beginning on the date of the enactment of this resolution and ending on the last day of the 119th Congress, it shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider any reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution reported pursuant to a concurrent resolution on the budget agreed to under section 301 or 304 of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974, or a joint resolution pursuant to section 258C of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, or any amendment thereto or conference report thereon that— (1) reduces enrollment or benefits for any individual described in subsection (b) enrolled in the Medicaid program under title XIX of the Social Security Act; or (2) reduces eligibility or benefits for households with individuals described in such subsection and that participate in the supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. (b) Individuals described An individual described in this subsection is any of the following: (1) An individual under the age of 19. (2) An individual age 65 or older. (3) A pregnant woman. (4) An individual with a disability (as that term is defined in section 223(d) of the Social Security Act). (c) Exception The point of order under this section shall not apply to any provision in a reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution that reduces improper payments, eliminates fraudulent billing, or enhances data verification to ensure eligibility for applicable benefits.