Linda Sánchez (D-CA)
Expressing support for designation of the week of February 2, 2026, through February 6, 2026, as "National School Counseling Week".
A Democratic resolution with 6 Democratic cosponsors · See all 6 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This joint resolution expresses support for designating the week of February 2, 2026, through February 6, 2026, as "National School Counseling Week." The resolution aims to honor and recognize the contributions school counselors make to the success of students in elementary and secondary schools. It also encourages the American people to observe this week with activities and ceremonies. The text highlights the various roles counselors play in student development and academic readiness. Additionally, it notes that the designation serves to increase awareness of the counselor's vital role in the lives of students.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +2
Would students be better off under this?
The resolution promotes the recognition of essential support services provided by school counselors for student success and well-being.
- Scored +1
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution recognizes school counselors' vital role in supporting the academic, social-emotional, and career development of students.
- Scored +1
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The resolution highlights counselors' roles in helping students prepare for college and careers.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Awareness of School Counselors: The resolution seeks to increase awareness of the important and necessary role school counselors play in the lives of students in the United States (Resolution Section 1 and 2).
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Recognition of Student Support Services: The text recognizes that counselors help students with academic, social-emotional, and career development, as well as coping with challenges like bullying, mental health issues, and school violence (Whereas clauses).
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Preparation for Future Success: Counselors are noted for helping students become college and career ready, including awareness of financial aid and opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields (Whereas clauses).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would students be better off under this? — The resolution promotes the recognition of essential support services provided by school counselors for student success and well-being. Would children be better off under this? — The resolution recognizes school counselors' vital role in supporting the academic, social-emotional, and career development of students. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution highlights that counselors assist students with awareness of financial aid opportunities. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The resolution highlights counselors' roles in helping students prepare for college and careers.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make college cost less? — The resolution notes that school counselors help students become aware of financial aid and college opportunities.
- Healthcare
- Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The resolution highlights the role of school counselors in helping students cope with mental health issues.
- 2/4/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/2/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
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