Emilia Sykes(D-OH)
Honoring and commemorating United Baptist Church's 100 years of historic contributions to the Akron and surrounding communities.
A Democratic resolution with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This bill honors and commemorates the United Baptist Church for its 100 years of historic service in Akron, Ohio, and the surrounding communities. It outlines the history of the church, including its founding in 1926 by the combination of two smaller churches. The text details the various pastors who have led the congregation throughout the past century. Additionally, the resolution highlights the church's community contributions, such as operating a community center, providing childcare and adult day services, and running scholarship and tutoring programs. Finally, the House of Representatives resolves to recognize the church's history of civil justice, economic development, and community building.
Yes· 3 of 7
- Scored +3
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution recognizes the church's community programs that provide childcare, tutoring, and educational support for local children.
- Scored +3
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The resolution highlights programs like Ready 2 Work and scholarship offerings that support youth and students preparing for their futures.
- Scored +3
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
The resolution acknowledges the church's operation of adult day service programs benefiting older community members.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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The bill notes that the Gus Johnson Community Center opened in January 2000, allowing the church to operate a full-service early childhood development and infant center, an adult day service program, and a Christian primary school. This is positive because it provides childcare, education, and adult care services to the community.
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The text highlights that the Outreach Ministry provides more than 150 families each year with gift cards to purchase Thanksgiving dinner. This is positive as it directly helps families secure holiday meals.
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The resolution points out that the Scholarship Ministry has awarded over $40,000 in scholarships to high school and college students. This is a positive benefit for students seeking financial assistance for their education.
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According to the bill, the Gus Johnson Tutoring Program has assisted hundreds of K-12 students across all subject areas, including ACT preparation. This provides educational support for local children.
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The text states that the Ready 2 Work program was developed to equip teens with the tools necessary for workforce readiness, college preparation, and military pathways. This is a positive provision for helping youth prepare for their futures.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, there are no negative consequences, burdens, or sections that would negatively impact individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The resolution honors a historic African American congregation and its minority health fairs and cultural awareness programs.Would children be better off under this? — The resolution recognizes the church's community programs that provide childcare, tutoring, and educational support for local children.Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution highlights outreach ministry programs that provide financial and meal assistance to families in need.Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The resolution acknowledges the church's operation of adult day service programs benefiting older community members.Would students be better off under this? — The resolution commemorates scholarship and tutoring programs that directly assist K-12 and college students.Would people in cities be better off under this? — The resolution honors the century-long community development and support provided to Akron residents.Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The resolution highlights programs like Ready 2 Work and scholarship offerings that support youth and students preparing for their futures.
- 10/22/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.