HRES Bill 1548 Expressing support for the designation of October 2024 as "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month".

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2024-10-22

Bill 118 HRES 1548, also known as the "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month" bill, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate October 2024 as a month dedicated to raising awareness about learning disabilities in the United States. The bill expresses support for this designation and highlights the importance of educating the public about the challenges faced by individuals with learning disabilities. The bill emphasizes the need for increased understanding and support for individuals with learning disabilities, as well as the importance of early detection and intervention. It also recognizes the contributions that individuals with learning disabilities make to society and the importance of providing them with the resources and support they need to succeed. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1548 seeks to promote awareness and understanding of learning disabilities, and to encourage individuals, schools, and communities to come together to support and empower those with learning disabilities. By designating October 2024 as "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month," the bill aims to shine a spotlight on this important issue and promote positive change for individuals with learning disabilities across the country.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Alternative Names

Expressing support for the designation of October 2024 as "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month".

Expressing support for the designation of October 2024 as "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month".

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

Education

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]

Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]

Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Houchin, Erin [R-IN-9]

Rep. Molinaro, Marcus J. [R-NY-19]

Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick, Sheila [D-FL-20]

Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]

Rep. Jackson, Jonathan L. [D-IL-1]

Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-14]

Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7]

Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6]

Rep. Lynch, Stephen F. [D-MA-8]

Rep. Williams, Brandon [R-NY-22]

Rep. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17]

Rep. Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-37]

Rep. Hoyer, Steny H. [D-MD-5]

Rep. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-25]

Rep. Kean, Thomas H. [R-NJ-7]

Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]

Rep. Bucshon, Larry [R-IN-8]

Rep. Davis, Donald G. [D-NC-1]

Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]

Committees and Subcommittees

Education and the Workforce Committee

Variations and Revisions

Steny H. HoyerDaniel S. GoldmanErin HouchinA resolution designating October 2024 as "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month".Education and the Workforce

Expressing support for the designation of October 2024 as "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month".

11/20/2024, 1:44 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Bill 118 HRES 1548, also known as the "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month" bill, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate October 2024 as a month dedicated to raising awareness about learning disabilities in the United States. The...
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 1548

Introduced on
2024-10-22

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/22/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Bill 118 HRES 1548, also known as the "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month" bill, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate October 2024 as a month dedicated to raising awareness about learning disabilities in the United States. The...
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing support for the designation of October 2024 as "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month".

Policy Areas
Education

Comments

APPROVED
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Oakley Sutherland
I think it's great that they want to make October 2024 "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month"! It's important to raise awareness about learning disabilities and support those who have them. Do you know if this bill will provide more resourc...

APPROVED
GM
Gloria Morris
I fully support making October 2024 "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month". How will this impact us?

APPROVED
MW
Macie Wall
I think it's great that this bill supports National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month in October 2024. It's important to raise awareness and support for individuals with learning disabilities. I wonder what specific initiatives will be put in pla...

Recent Activity

Latest Action10/22/2024
Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.