Bill · S.Res. 762· Senate(119-SRES-762)
A resolution supporting the designation of the second Friday in June as "National Service and Conservation Corps Day".
- Introduced
- 6/9/2026
- Last activity
- 6/9/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2701-2702)
- Sponsored by
- Martin Heinrich
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 1
- 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 supports designating the second Friday in June as National Service and Conservation Corps Day. It recognizes the network of more than 140 Service and Conservation Corps that provide education, workforce development, and support services to young adults and post-9/11 veterans. The text highlights how these corps engage individuals in service projects addressing recreation, conservation, disaster response, and community needs. It notes that the corps are descendants of the Civil Conservation Corps from the Great Depression era. The resolution also connects the work of these corps to the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Ultimately, the Senate resolves to support the designation, congratulate the existing network, urge citizens to recognize national service, support the continuation and expansion of the network, and recognize the role of the corps in honoring the country's legacy of civic engagement.
Yes· 3 of 17
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+3
Provides education, workforce development, and support services specifically for young adults ages 16 to 25.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+2
Includes post-9/11 veterans up to age 35 in its scope of support and service opportunities.
Would students be better off under this?+2
Offers educational programming, mentoring, and pathways to high school diplomas or GED certificates.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Young Adults and Veterans: The resolution highlights that Service and Conservation Corps provide education, workforce development, and support services to approximately 22,000 young adults (ages 16 to 25) and post-9/11 veterans (up to age 35). This is positive because it helps participants gain work experience, develop in-demand skills, and receive stipends, living allowances, education awards, or scholarships.
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Community and Environmental Improvements: The text details that corps members complete thousands of community improvement, resilience, and resource conservation projects, including enhancing public spaces, protecting wildlife habitats, mitigating natural disasters, and improving energy efficiency. This benefits the public by preserving public lands, enhancing recreation, and strengthening communities as the United States approaches its 250th anniversary.
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Educational Advancement: The resolution notes that Service and Conservation Corps provide educational programming, mentoring, and access to career and personal counseling, and some operate or partner with charter schools to help members earn high school diplomas or GED certificates. This provides a clear positive outcome for individuals looking to complete their education.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections, provisions, negative consequences, or burdens identified that would negatively impact individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Young Adults+3Good For Students+2Good For Veterans+2Good For Low Income Households+1Good For Rural Residents+1Good For Urban Residents+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+2Improves Public Land Management+2Improves Disaster Relief And F E M A+1Improves Roads And Bridges+1Improves Rural Development+1Reduces Carbon Emissions+1
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+2Improves Economic Growth+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+2
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+1
- 6/9/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2701-2702)
- 3 Cosponsors added.
Bill CassidyRepublican · Louisiana
Christopher CoonsDemocrat · Delaware
John HickenlooperDemocrat · Colorado