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A resolution designating the week of February 21 through February 25, 2022, as "Public Schools Week".
9/4/2022, 11:06 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 520
Bill 117 S.Res. 520, also known as the "Public Schools Week" resolution, aims to designate the week of February 21 through February 25, 2022, as a special week to recognize and celebrate the importance of public schools in the United States. The resolution highlights the critical role that public schools play in providing a quality education to all students, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status.
The resolution emphasizes the contributions of public schools in preparing students for success in the workforce and in their communities. It also acknowledges the hard work and dedication of teachers, administrators, and staff who work tirelessly to ensure that every student receives a high-quality education.
By designating a specific week to celebrate public schools, the resolution aims to raise awareness about the challenges and opportunities facing public education in the United States. It encourages policymakers, educators, parents, and community members to come together to support and strengthen public schools for the benefit of all students. Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 520 is a non-partisan effort to recognize the importance of public schools and to promote a greater understanding of the vital role they play in shaping the future of our nation.
The resolution emphasizes the contributions of public schools in preparing students for success in the workforce and in their communities. It also acknowledges the hard work and dedication of teachers, administrators, and staff who work tirelessly to ensure that every student receives a high-quality education.
By designating a specific week to celebrate public schools, the resolution aims to raise awareness about the challenges and opportunities facing public education in the United States. It encourages policymakers, educators, parents, and community members to come together to support and strengthen public schools for the benefit of all students. Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 520 is a non-partisan effort to recognize the importance of public schools and to promote a greater understanding of the vital role they play in shaping the future of our nation.
Congressional Summary of SRES 520
This resolution designates the week of February 21-February 25, 2022, as Public Schools Week.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 520
Bill SRES 520 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 17, 2022. Bill SRES 520 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on February 17, 2022. Bill SRES 520's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S800; text: CR S792) as of February 17, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 520
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
74Democrat Cosponsors
66Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 520
Primary Policy Focus
EducationPotential Impact Areas
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Elementary and secondary education
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 520
A resolution designating the week of February 21 through February 25, 2022, as "Public Schools Week".
A resolution designating the week of February 21 through February 25, 2022, as "Public Schools Week".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 520
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