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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that paraprofessionals and education support staff should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions.
5/6/2025, 8:05 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 297
Bill 119 HRES 297, also known as the "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that paraprofessionals and education support staff should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge the important role that paraprofessionals and education support staff play in the education system and to advocate for fair treatment in terms of compensation, benefits, and working conditions.
The resolution highlights the fact that paraprofessionals and education support staff are essential members of the education workforce, providing valuable support to teachers and students. It emphasizes the need for these individuals to receive fair compensation for their work, as well as access to benefits such as healthcare and retirement plans. Additionally, the resolution calls for improved working conditions for paraprofessionals and education support staff, recognizing that a positive work environment is crucial for their well-being and effectiveness in their roles.
Overall, Bill 119 HRES 297 aims to raise awareness about the importance of fair treatment for paraprofessionals and education support staff in the education system. By expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on this issue, the resolution seeks to encourage policymakers and education stakeholders to prioritize the needs of these valuable members of the education workforce.
The resolution highlights the fact that paraprofessionals and education support staff are essential members of the education workforce, providing valuable support to teachers and students. It emphasizes the need for these individuals to receive fair compensation for their work, as well as access to benefits such as healthcare and retirement plans. Additionally, the resolution calls for improved working conditions for paraprofessionals and education support staff, recognizing that a positive work environment is crucial for their well-being and effectiveness in their roles.
Overall, Bill 119 HRES 297 aims to raise awareness about the importance of fair treatment for paraprofessionals and education support staff in the education system. By expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on this issue, the resolution seeks to encourage policymakers and education stakeholders to prioritize the needs of these valuable members of the education workforce.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 297
Bill HRES 297 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 7, 2025. Bill HRES 297 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 7, 2025. Bill HRES 297's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of April 7, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 297
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
5Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
23Democrat Cosponsors
23Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 297
Primary Policy Focus
EducationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 297
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that paraprofessionals and education support staff should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that paraprofessionals and education support staff should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions.
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