Recognizing the significance of "Community College Month" in April as a celebration of more than 1,000 institutions throughout the United States supporting access to higher education, workforce training, and more broadly sustaining and advancing the Nation's economic prosperity.

5/13/2024, 2:06 PM

This resolution recognizes the significance of Community College Month as a celebration of over 1,000 community colleges throughout the United States that serve local and regional needs and strengthen the American economy.

Bill 118 HRES 1145, also known as the "Community College Month" resolution, aims to recognize the importance of community colleges in the United States. The bill highlights the significance of April as a month dedicated to celebrating the more than 1,000 community colleges across the country that provide access to higher education and workforce training.

The resolution emphasizes the role of community colleges in sustaining and advancing the nation's economic prosperity. It acknowledges the vital role these institutions play in preparing students for the workforce and helping them achieve their educational goals.

By designating April as "Community College Month," the bill seeks to raise awareness about the contributions of community colleges to society and encourage support for these institutions. It serves as a reminder of the valuable resources and opportunities that community colleges provide to students, communities, and the nation as a whole. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1145 aims to honor and celebrate the important work of community colleges in promoting access to higher education, workforce training, and economic prosperity in the United States.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 1145

Introduced on
2024-04-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/15/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution recognizes the significance of Community College Month as a celebration of over 1,000 community colleges throughout the United States that serve local and regional needs and strengthen the American economy.

Bill 118 HRES 1145, also known as the "Community College Month" resolution, aims to recognize the importance of community colleges in the United States. The bill highlights the significance of April as a month dedicated to celebrating the more than 1,000 community colleges across the country that provide access to higher education and workforce training.

The resolution emphasizes the role of community colleges in sustaining and advancing the nation's economic prosperity. It acknowledges the vital role these institutions play in preparing students for the workforce and helping them achieve their educational goals.

By designating April as "Community College Month," the bill seeks to raise awareness about the contributions of community colleges to society and encourage support for these institutions. It serves as a reminder of the valuable resources and opportunities that community colleges provide to students, communities, and the nation as a whole. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1145 aims to honor and celebrate the important work of community colleges in promoting access to higher education, workforce training, and economic prosperity in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing the significance of "Community College Month" in April as a celebration of more than 1,000 institutions throughout the United States supporting access to higher education, workforce training, and more broadly sustaining and advancing the Nation's economic prosperity.

Policy Areas
Education

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary5/13/2024

This resolution recognizes the significance of Community College Month as a celebration of over 1,000 community colleges throughout the United States that serve local and regional needs and strengthen the American economy.


Latest Action4/15/2024
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.