Recognizing the significance of "Community College Month" 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.

12/15/2023, 3:51 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 334, also known as the "Community College Month" resolution, aims to recognize the importance of community colleges in the United States. The bill highlights the role of over 1,000 community colleges in providing access to higher education and workforce training, as well as contributing to the nation's economic prosperity.

Community colleges play a vital role in offering affordable and accessible education to a diverse range of students, including those from underserved communities. These institutions provide a pathway for individuals to obtain valuable skills and credentials that can lead to successful careers and contribute to the overall growth of the economy.

The resolution acknowledges the significant impact that community colleges have on the nation's workforce, as well as their role in promoting social mobility and economic development. By celebrating "Community College Month," the bill aims to raise awareness about the importance of these institutions and the valuable contributions they make to society. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 334 emphasizes the importance of recognizing and supporting community colleges as key players in advancing education, workforce development, and economic prosperity in the United States.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 334

Introduced on
2023-04-27

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/27/2023

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 334, also known as the "Community College Month" resolution, aims to recognize the importance of community colleges in the United States. The bill highlights the role of over 1,000 community colleges in providing access to higher education and workforce training, as well as contributing to the nation's economic prosperity.

Community colleges play a vital role in offering affordable and accessible education to a diverse range of students, including those from underserved communities. These institutions provide a pathway for individuals to obtain valuable skills and credentials that can lead to successful careers and contribute to the overall growth of the economy.

The resolution acknowledges the significant impact that community colleges have on the nation's workforce, as well as their role in promoting social mobility and economic development. By celebrating "Community College Month," the bill aims to raise awareness about the importance of these institutions and the valuable contributions they make to society. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 334 emphasizes the importance of recognizing and supporting community colleges as key players in advancing education, workforce development, and economic prosperity in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing the significance of "Community College Month" 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 Summary10/11/2023

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 Action4/27/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.