A resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers to the lives of the people of the United States.

12/15/2023, 4:04 PM

This resolution encourages (1) the people of the United States to join in a national effort to salute AmeriCorps members, alumni, and Americorps Seniors volunteers and to raise awareness about the importance of national and community service; and (2) all individuals to consider opportunities to serve in AmeriCorps and Americorps Seniors.

Bill 118 sres 136, also known as a resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers to the lives of the people of the United States, was introduced in the US Congress. This resolution aims to acknowledge and honor the important work done by AmeriCorps members and alumni, as well as AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers, in serving communities across the country.

AmeriCorps is a national service program that engages individuals in intensive service to address critical community needs. AmeriCorps members and alumni work in a variety of fields, including education, public health, disaster response, and environmental conservation. AmeriCorps Seniors, formerly known as the Senior Corps, is a program that connects older adults with volunteer opportunities to make a difference in their communities.

The resolution highlights the impact that AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers have had on the lives of Americans, from providing educational support to children in underserved communities to assisting with disaster relief efforts. It recognizes the dedication and commitment of these individuals to serving others and improving the well-being of their fellow citizens. Overall, Bill 118 sres 136 seeks to express gratitude for the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni, as well as AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers, and to encourage continued support for national service programs that benefit communities across the United States.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 136

Introduced on
2023-03-29

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/29/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

This resolution encourages (1) the people of the United States to join in a national effort to salute AmeriCorps members, alumni, and Americorps Seniors volunteers and to raise awareness about the importance of national and community service; and (2) all individuals to consider opportunities to serve in AmeriCorps and Americorps Seniors.

Bill 118 sres 136, also known as a resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers to the lives of the people of the United States, was introduced in the US Congress. This resolution aims to acknowledge and honor the important work done by AmeriCorps members and alumni, as well as AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers, in serving communities across the country.

AmeriCorps is a national service program that engages individuals in intensive service to address critical community needs. AmeriCorps members and alumni work in a variety of fields, including education, public health, disaster response, and environmental conservation. AmeriCorps Seniors, formerly known as the Senior Corps, is a program that connects older adults with volunteer opportunities to make a difference in their communities.

The resolution highlights the impact that AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers have had on the lives of Americans, from providing educational support to children in underserved communities to assisting with disaster relief efforts. It recognizes the dedication and commitment of these individuals to serving others and improving the well-being of their fellow citizens. Overall, Bill 118 sres 136 seeks to express gratitude for the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni, as well as AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers, and to encourage continued support for national service programs that benefit communities across the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers to the lives of the people of the United States.

Policy Areas
Labor and Employment

Potential Impact
Congressional tributes•
National and community service•
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary4/18/2023

This resolution encourages (1) the people of the United States to join in a national effort to salute AmeriCorps members, alumni, and Americorps Seniors volunteers and to raise awareness about the importance of national and community service; and...


Latest Action3/29/2023
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1044; text: CR S1057-1058)