Bill · H.Res. 1192· House(119-HRES-1192)
Recognizing the roles and the contributions of care workers in the United States and expressing support for the designation of April 2026 as "Care Worker Recognition Month".
- Introduced
- 4/20/2026
- Last activity
- 4/20/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Debbie Dingell
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating April 2026 as "Care Worker Recognition Month." It aims to recognize the essential roles and contributions of home care workers, early educators, and childcare workers in the United States. The text highlights how these workers support older adults, people with disabilities, and children. It also notes the importance of care workers in helping family caregivers stay in the workforce. Finally, the resolution recognizes the care industry as a crucial element for economic growth.
Yes· 3 of 14
Would women be better off under this?+5
The resolution states that the care profession particularly benefits women and enables more women to participate in the labor force.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+5
The resolution recognizes the role of care workers in helping people with disabilities live independently.
Is this likely to create jobs?+5
The resolution recognizes that home care jobs are a major driver of future job growth.
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 Care Workers: The resolution expresses support for designating April 2026 as "Care Worker Recognition Month" to recognize the roles and contributions of various care professionals (Resolution section 1).
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Support for Older Adults and People with Disabilities: The resolution recognizes that home care workers provide necessary care that allows older adults and people with chronic illnesses or disabilities to live independently and in dignity (Resolution section 2).
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Support for Child Development: The resolution recognizes the contributions of early educators and childcare workers in providing nurturing and enriching environments for children (Resolution section 3).
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Support for Family Caregivers: The resolution recognizes that care workers enable caregivers the opportunity to pursue education and remain in or reenter the workforce (Resolution section 4).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly identified within 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 People With Disabilities+5Good For Women+5Good For Children+4Good For Seniors+4Good For Low Income Households+3Good For Retirees+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+5Increases Job Creation+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+4Improves Childcare Affordability+3Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+4Increases Medicaid Funding+3
- Education And Technology
- Improves Student Loan Relief+2
- 6/25/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/20/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
Brittany PettersenDemocrat · Colorado
Emilia SykesDemocrat · Ohio
Lateefah SimonDemocrat · California