Bill · S.Res. 642· Senate(119-SRES-642)
A resolution celebrating the 175th anniversary of the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA).
- Introduced
- 3/12/2026
- Last activity
- 3/12/2026 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1051; text: CR S1051)
- Sponsored by
- Richard Durbin
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 5
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate
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What this bill would do
S. Res. 642 is a resolution celebrating the 175th anniversary of the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA). The resolution recognizes the organization's history, including its founding in 1851 and its role in providing services like childcare, education, and health programs. It acknowledges the YMCA's impact on millions of people across the United States. The Senate expresses appreciation for the YMCA's service and commends its staff and volunteers. Finally, it encourages ongoing support for efforts to reduce social isolation and loneliness.
Yes· 3 of 24
Would children be better off under this?+3
Recognizes the YMCA's role in childcare, youth sports, and summer camps.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+3
Identifies the YMCA as the largest provider of fitness programs for older adults.
Would retired people be better off under this?+3
Explicitly mentions being the largest provider of fitness programs for older adults.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Provision of Essential Services: The YMCA serves as a leading nonprofit provider of early childcare, education, before and afterschool programs, and summer camps, which supports families and children.
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Community Health and Wellness: The organization provides swim lessons, youth sports, fitness, and well-being programs, specifically serving as the largest provider of fitness programs for older adults.
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Support for Vulnerable Populations: The YMCA has provided safe housing during the Industrial Revolution and emergency childcare, nutrition assistance, and remote learning spaces during the pandemic.
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Educational Opportunities: The organization launched the first night school and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, and established the Youth and Government Program for civics education.
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Social Connection: The YMCA creates spaces for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect with neighbors and address social isolation and loneliness.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- There are no negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups listed 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+3Good For Retirees+3Good For Seniors+3Good For Immigrants+2Good For Low Income Households+2Good For Men+2Good For Middle Aged+2Good For People With Disabilities+2Good For Rural Residents+2Good For Students+2Good For Urban Residents+2Good For Women+2Good For Young Adults+2Good For African Americans+1Good For Asian Americans+1Good For High Income Households+1Good For Hispanic Americans+1Good For L G B T Q Community+1Good For Middle Class Households+1Good For Native Americans+1Good For White Americans+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+1Improves Mental Health Access+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Childcare Affordability+2
- 3/17/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/12/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1051; text: CR S1051)
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1051; text: CR S1051)
- 6 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
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