Bill · H.Res. 1103· House(119-HRES-1103)
Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning March 2, 2026, as "School Social Work Week".
- Introduced
- 3/4/2026
- Last activity
- 3/4/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Sponsored by
- Gwen Moore
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 0
- 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 expresses support for designating the week beginning March 2, 2026, as "School Social Work Week." It aims to honor and recognize the contributions school social workers make to student success across the country. The resolution highlights the role these professionals play in addressing various challenges students face, such as mental health, poverty, and disability. Additionally, it encourages the public to observe this week through ceremonies and activities. The goal is to promote awareness of the vital role school social workers play in schools and the community.
Yes· 3 of 11
Would children be better off under this?+3
The resolution promotes awareness for social workers who assist children with mental health and behavioral issues.
Would students be better off under this?+3
The resolution supports the professional recognition of those who aid student mental health and academic success.
Does this make mental health care easier to get?+3
The resolution highlights the role of school social workers in providing necessary mental health assessments and interventions for students.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Professionals: The resolution seeks to honor and recognize the contributions of school social workers to the successes of students in schools across the Nation (Resolution Section 2).
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Increased Awareness: The resolution encourages people to observe the week with ceremonies and activities to promote awareness of the vital role school social workers play in helping students prepare for their futures (Resolution Section 3).
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Improved Educational Outcomes: The text notes that research indicates school mental health programs can improve outcomes by decreasing absences, dropout rates, and discipline referrals while improving academic achievement (Whereas clauses).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated 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 Children+3Good For Students+3Good For Low Income Households+2Good For People With Disabilities+2Good For Young Adults+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Mental Health Access+3Improves Healthcare Access+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+2Improves Poverty Reduction+1Reduces Homelessness+1
- Education And Technology
- Increases Public School Funding+1
- 3/4/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
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