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A resolution designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week".

3/5/2025, 2:12 PM

Summary of Bill SRES 96

Bill 119 S.Res. 96, also known as the "Public Schools Week" resolution, aims to designate the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, 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 need to support and invest in public schools to ensure that every child has access to a high-quality education. It also recognizes the hard work and dedication of teachers, administrators, and staff who work tirelessly to educate and support students in public schools across the country.

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 advocate for strong public schools that provide a foundation for success for all students. Overall, Bill 119 S.Res. 96 is a non-partisan effort to recognize the importance of public schools and to promote a national conversation about the value of public education in shaping the future of our country.

Congressional Summary of SRES 96

This resolution designates February 24-February 28, 2025, as Public Schools Week.

Current Status of Bill SRES 96

Bill SRES 96 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 25, 2025. Bill SRES 96 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 25, 2025.  Bill SRES 96's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S1359; text: CR S1358) as of February 25, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 96

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
21
Democrat Cosponsors
18
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 96

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 96

A resolution designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week".
A resolution designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week".

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