Bill · S.Res. 867· Senate(119-SRES-867)
A resolution designating the week of September 14 through September 20, 2026, as "Interscholastic Athletic Administration Week".
- Introduced
- 9/17/2026
- Last activity
- 9/17/2026 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4803)
- Sponsored by
- Jon Husted
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 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 designates the week of September 14 through September 20, 2026, as Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Week. It recognizes that these administrators act as educational leaders who advance the physical, academic, social, emotional, and leadership development of students through school-based sports. The text highlights how athletic administrators shape school culture, foster safe learning environments, protect student well-being, and ensure compliance with regulations. It also points out the benefits of youth sports, such as improving concentration, boosting self-esteem, and reducing youth violence. Finally, the Senate formally commends the commitment of these administrators and the leadership of the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association.
Yes· 3 of 4
Would children be better off under this?+3
The resolution recognizes the positive impact of school sports and athletic administrators on the physical, academic, social, and emotional development of student athletes.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+3
The resolution honors athletic administrators who foster safe environments and mentorship for high school student athletes.
Would students be better off under this?+3
The resolution honors interscholastic athletic administrators who provide guidance, mentorship, and well-rounded educational experiences for millions of student athletes.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Athletic Administrators: Under resolved clauses (1) and (2), the Senate designates a specific week to honor interscholastic athletic administrators and commends their commitment and leadership. This could benefit these administrators by bringing national attention and appreciation to their long hours and hard work in ensuring student safety and well-being.
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Acknowledgment of Student Development and Safety: Through various preamble clauses, the text recognizes that athletic programs and administrators help protect student safety, foster inclusive environments, and improve students' academic behavior and mental health. This directly benefits the more than 8,000,000 high school student athletes who rely on these administrators for guidance and mentorship.
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Support for Professional Development: Under resolved clause (4), the Senate commends the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association for advancing education-based athletics through professional development, leadership training, certification, mentoring, and advocacy. This highlights support for resources that help administrators do their jobs effectively.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that outline potential negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
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 Students+3Good For Young Adults+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Public School Funding+2
- 9/17/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4803)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Ben LujánDemocrat · New Mexico