Bill · S.Res. 231· Senate(119-SRES-231)
A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.
- Introduced
- 5/15/2025
- Last activity
- 5/15/2025 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2948; text: CR S2954)
- Sponsored by
- Susan Collins
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 15
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate
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 roles and contributions of United States teachers in building civic, cultural, and economic well-being. It acknowledges that education and knowledge serve as the foundation for the nation's current and future strength. The resolution notes that teachers and staff deserve respect for their selfless dedication to community service and the futures of children. It highlights National Teacher Appreciation Week, occurring from May 5, 2025, through May 9, 2025. Finally, the Senate resolves to thank teachers and encourages various groups to recognize this appreciation week.
Yes
Would children be better off under this?+1
The resolution highlights the importance of teachers to the future of children.
Would students be better off under this?+1
The resolution notes that teachers are essential to students' futures.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Respect for Educators: The resolution aims to promote greater respect and understanding for the teaching profession, which can benefit teachers and education staff (Whereas clause 2).
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Public Awareness: The resolution seeks to raise public awareness regarding the unquantifiable contributions made by teachers (Whereas clause 1).
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Formal Recognition: The Senate officially thanks the teachers of the United States and encourages students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week (Resolved clauses 1 and 2).
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+1Good For Students+1
- 6/10/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/15/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2948; text: CR S2954)
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2948; text: CR S2954)
- 17 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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