Bill · H.Res. 275· House(119-HRES-275)
Supporting the goals and ideals of Social Work Month and World Social Work Day on March 18, 2025.
- Introduced
- 3/31/2025
- Last activity
- 3/31/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Sponsored by
- Sylvia Garcia
- Cosponsors
- - 6 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution supports the goals and ideals of Social Work Month and World Social Work Day on March 18, 2025. It recognizes the contributions of the millions of social workers who promote the health and well-being of Americans. The text highlights how social workers address social determinants of health and advocate for social justice. It also notes their vital role in assisting veterans, older adults, and families dealing with crises. Finally, the resolution encourages the House of Representatives to acknowledge these efforts and promotes further awareness of the profession.
Yes· 3 of 21
Would children be better off under this?+1
Social workers are recognized for supporting child welfare and keeping families safe.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+1
The resolution highlights how social workers support the dignity and safety of older adults.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+1
Social workers are noted for helping alleviate poverty and providing social safety nets.
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 Social Workers: The resolution recognizes with gratitude the contributions of social workers to individual, family, community, and the Nation's health and well-being (Resolution Section 2).
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Support for Veterans: Social workers help America's veterans and their families access benefits, secure housing, and cope with stress and post-traumatic stress disorder (Whereas Clause 1).
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Support for Older Adults: Social workers promote the health, well-being, and dignity of older adults and their ability to live safely and securely in their own homes and communities (Whereas Clause 2).
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Support for Caregivers: Social workers support the millions of family caregivers across the country who are caring for loved ones in need of assistance (Whereas Clause 3).
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Disaster Recovery: Social workers play a vital role in helping individuals, families, and communities rebuild their lives and neighborhoods after natural disasters (Whereas Clause 11).
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Educational Success: Social workers support students and collaborate with various community members to promote student success in schools (Whereas Clause 13).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly 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 Children+1Good For Low Income Households+1Good For People With Disabilities+1Good For Retirees+1Good For Rural Residents+1Good For Seniors+1Good For Students+1Good For Veterans+1Good For Women+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Affordable Housing+1Improves Disability Rights+1Improves Poverty Reduction+1Improves Voting Rights+1Reduces Homelessness+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+1Improves Mental Health Access+1Improves Opioid Crisis Response+1Improves Veterans Healthcare+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Disaster Relief And F E M A+1Improves Rural Development+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- 4/10/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/31/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 5 Cosponsors added.
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