Bill · S.Res. 122· Senate(119-SRES-122)
A resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in the lives of the people and communities of the United States.
- Introduced
- 3/10/2025
- Last activity
- 3/10/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1633)
- Sponsored by
- Bill Cassidy
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 9
- Introduced
- In Committee
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes the contributions of AmeriCorps members, alumni, and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers to the United States. It highlights how these programs strengthen communities, expand career and education pathways, and meet local and national needs. The text notes that these service members have helped improve lives, protect the environment, and respond to disasters. It further mentions that service members have earned significant funds for educational advancement. Finally, the resolution serves to salute these individuals and encourage more people to join in national service.
Yes· 3 of 16
Would students be better off under this?+5
The resolution notes significant funds are earned for educational advancement.
Does this make college cost less?+5
The resolution states members have earned billions to further their own educational advancement.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+4
The resolution highlights education and career pathways for members.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Educational and Career Advancement: AmeriCorps members can earn funds to further their own educational advancement and career readiness at colleges and universities (Whereas clause regarding $4,500,000,000).
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Strengthening Communities: The programs create service opportunities that strengthen communities and expand the capacity of local and national programs (Whereas clause 1 and 2).
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Support for Vulnerable Populations: Service members help improve the lives of the most vulnerable people in the United States, including those in rural, urban, and suburban communities (Whereas clause regarding vulnerable people and the final whereas clause).
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Diverse Community Benefits: Programs provide help in areas such as protecting the environment, contributing to public safety, responding to disasters, and strengthening the educational system (Whereas clause regarding service members).
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Skill Development: Service in AmeriCorps promotes bridge-building, collaboration, and leadership skills (Whereas clause regarding service).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are identified 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 Students+5Good For Retirees+4Good For Seniors+4Good For Young Adults+4Good For Low Income Households+3Good For Native Americans+2Good For Rural Residents+2Good For Urban Residents+2
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Disaster Relief And F E M A+2Improves Environmental Protections+2Improves Rural Development+2
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+3Improves Economic Growth+2
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+5
- Healthcare
- Improves Pandemic Preparedness+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- 3/10/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1633)
- 11 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Tammy BaldwinDemocrat · Wisconsin
Susan CollinsRepublican · Maine
Christopher CoonsDemocrat · Delaware
Richard DurbinDemocrat · Illinois
Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii
Martin HeinrichDemocrat · New Mexico
Amy KlobucharDemocrat · Minnesota
Angus KingIndependent · Maine
Ben LujánDemocrat · New Mexico
John ReedDemocrat · Rhode Island
Jeanne ShaheenDemocrat · New Hampshire