Bill · H.Res. 850· House(119-HRES-850)

Expressing support for the designation of November 8, 2025, as "National First-Generation College Celebration Day".

Age: 75 years

Wisconsin

Introduced: 10/31/2025
Last activity: 10/31/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsored by: Gwen Moore
Cosponsors: - 3 - 1

Education

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 November 8, 2025, as National First-Generation College Celebration Day. It highlights the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and the programs it created, such as Federal TRIO programs and Federal Pell Grants. The text notes the various barriers, responsibilities, and achievements of first-generation college students across the country. Additionally, it mentions that the inaugural celebration was launched jointly in 2017 by the Council for Opportunity in Education and the Center for First-generation Student Success. Finally, the House of Representatives urges all people in the United States to celebrate the designated day, recognize the role of these students in developing the workforce, and celebrate the Higher Education Act of 1965.

Yes· 3 of 4

Would students be better off under this?+4
The resolution specifically honors first-generation college students and highlights their educational achievements and workforce contributions.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+3
The resolution recognizes and celebrates first-generation college students, many of whom are young adults pursuing higher education.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+2
The resolution highlights programs like Federal Pell Grants and TRIO that provide crucial financial and academic support for low-income students.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.

Who it would affect, and how

Potential Positive Impacts for People

Encourages National Recognition: The House of Representatives urges all people in the United States to celebrate National First-Generation College Celebration Day and to recognize the important role that first-generation college students play in helping to develop the future workforce. This could bring positive public awareness to the achievements of these students.
Celebrates Foundational Support Programs: The resolution encourages the celebration of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and its programs that help historically excluded students access higher education. This highlights crucial initiatives like the Federal TRIO programs and the Federal Pell Grant program that assist low-income and underrepresented students.

Potential Negative Impacts for People

No Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.

Groups and Interests Ranking

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Demographic And Interest Groups: Good For Students+4Good For Young Adults+3Good For Low Income Households+2
Education And Technology: Improves College Affordability+2