Bill · H.Res. 1022· House(119-HRES-1022)
Supporting the contributions of Catholic schools in the United States and celebrating the 52nd annual National Catholic Schools Week.
- Introduced
- 1/27/2026
- Last activity
- 1/27/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Sponsored by
- Darin LaHood
- Cosponsors
- - 14 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution supports the contributions of Catholic schools in the United States and celebrates the 52nd annual National Catholic Schools Week. It recognizes the academic excellence and values-based education provided to approximately 1,700,000 students. The text highlights the diversity of the student population and the affordability of these schools for parents. It also notes the high graduation rates and the role these institutions play in community service. Finally, the House of Representatives resolves to support the goals of National Catholic Schools Week and the dedication of those involved in the school community.
Yes· 3 of 12
Would students be better off under this?+2
The resolution emphasizes the academic excellence and high graduation rates provided to students.
Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?+2
The resolution supports the mission and presence of faith-based educational institutions.
Would children be better off under this?+1
The resolution recognizes the academic and moral development provided to students in these schools.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Academic and Moral Development: Catholic schools provide an education that emphasizes the development of moral, intellectual, physical, and social values (Whereas clause 2).
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Diverse and Inclusive Education: These schools serve a diverse population, including 27.3 percent of students from racial minority backgrounds, 16.6 percent from Hispanic heritage, and 21.7 percent from non-Catholic families (Whereas clause 3).
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Affordability: The text notes that Catholic schools are an affordable option for parents, especially those in underserved urban areas (Whereas clause 4).
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Higher Education Readiness: Catholic high schools have a 98.9 percent graduation rate, with 85.2 percent of graduates attending 4-year colleges (Whereas clause 7).
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Community and Character Building: The schools produce students dedicated to their faith, values, families, and communities through an environment that promotes spiritual and character development (Whereas clause 5).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Students+2Good For African Americans+1Good For Children+1Good For Hispanic Americans+1Good For Low Income Households+1Good For Middle Class Households+1Good For Urban Residents+1Good For Young Adults+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Religious Freedom+2Improves Racial Equity+1
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+1Improves School Choice+1
- 2/2/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 1/27/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 13 Cosponsors added.
3 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-HRES-74: Supporting the contributions of Catholic schools in the United States and celebrating the 51st annual "National Catholic Schools Week".
- 119-SRES-45: A resolution supporting the contributions of Catholic schools in the United States and celebrating the 51st annual National Catholic Schools Week.
- 119-SRES-594: A resolution supporting the contributions of Catholic schools in the United States and celebrating the 52nd annual National Catholic Schools Week.
Jim CostaDemocrat · California
Mario Diaz-BalartRepublican · Florida
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Mike FloodRepublican · Nebraska
Andrew GarbarinoRepublican · New York
Andy HarrisRepublican · Maryland
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John JoyceRepublican · Pennsylvania
Mike KellyRepublican · Pennsylvania
Nick LaLotaRepublican · New York
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Mariannette Miller-MeeksRepublican · Iowa
Riley MooreRepublican · West Virginia
Richard NealDemocrat · Massachusetts
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