Bill · H.Res. 714· House(119-HRES-714)

Expressing support for designation of the week of September 14 through 20, 2025, as "National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week".

Age: 66 years

Georgia

Introduced: 9/15/2025
Last activity: 9/15/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsored by: Lucy McBath
Cosponsors: - 12 - 2

Labor and Employment

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 of September 14 through 20, 2025, as ``National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week''. The measure aims to raise public awareness regarding the importance of adult education, workforce skills, and family literacy. It recognizes that many adults in the United States lack essential literacy, numeracy, and digital skills. The resolution highlights how these skills are necessary for economic and societal well-being. Finally, it encourages support for programs that assist individuals in these areas.

Yes· 3 of 11

Would children be better off under this?+2
The resolution notes that family literacy programs can increase parental involvement in a child's education.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+2
The bill addresses the need for older individuals to gain literacy skills to safely follow medical instructions.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+2
The resolution aims to support those who may be receiving public assistance by providing skills for better employment.