A resolution expressing support for designation of the week of September 17 through 23, 2023, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.

3/13/2024, 11:58 PM

This resolution supports the designation of National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.

Bill 118 S.Res. 358 is a resolution that aims to show support for the designation of the week of September 17 through 23, 2023, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week. The purpose of this week is to raise awareness about the importance of adult education and family literacy in the United States.

The resolution highlights the fact that millions of adults in the US lack basic literacy skills, which can have a negative impact on their ability to find and keep a job, support their families, and participate fully in society. It also emphasizes the importance of family literacy programs, which help parents improve their own literacy skills while also supporting their children's education.

By designating a specific week to focus on adult education and family literacy, the resolution aims to encourage individuals, communities, and policymakers to take action to support and promote these important initiatives. This includes advocating for increased funding for adult education programs, raising awareness about the benefits of literacy, and supporting efforts to improve access to education for all adults and families. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 358 is a non-partisan resolution that seeks to highlight the importance of adult education and family literacy in the US and encourage support for these critical initiatives.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 358

Introduced on
2023-09-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/21/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution supports the designation of National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.

Bill 118 S.Res. 358 is a resolution that aims to show support for the designation of the week of September 17 through 23, 2023, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week. The purpose of this week is to raise awareness about the importance of adult education and family literacy in the United States.

The resolution highlights the fact that millions of adults in the US lack basic literacy skills, which can have a negative impact on their ability to find and keep a job, support their families, and participate fully in society. It also emphasizes the importance of family literacy programs, which help parents improve their own literacy skills while also supporting their children's education.

By designating a specific week to focus on adult education and family literacy, the resolution aims to encourage individuals, communities, and policymakers to take action to support and promote these important initiatives. This includes advocating for increased funding for adult education programs, raising awareness about the benefits of literacy, and supporting efforts to improve access to education for all adults and families. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 358 is a non-partisan resolution that seeks to highlight the importance of adult education and family literacy in the US and encourage support for these critical initiatives.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution expressing support for designation of the week of September 17 through 23, 2023, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.

Policy Areas
Education

Potential Impact
Adult education and literacy
Commemorative events and holidays

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary10/10/2023

This resolution supports the designation of National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.


Latest Action9/21/2023
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4665; text: CR S4660-4661)