Mike Quigley (D-IL)
Celebrating the 175th anniversary of the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA).
A Democratic resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See all 4 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
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What this bill would do
This resolution celebrates the 175th anniversary of the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA). It recognizes the organization's history, which began in 1851 in Boston. The text highlights the YMCA's various contributions, such as inventing basketball and providing childcare. It also notes the organization's widespread presence across all U.S. states and territories. The House of Representatives intends to congratulate the YMCA for its service and its role in community connection. Finally, it encourages continued efforts to address social isolation through community spaces.
Yes· 3 of 10
- Scored +2
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution recognizes the YMCA's significant role in providing childcare, summer camps, and youth sports.
- Scored +2
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
The resolution notes the YMCA is the largest provider of fitness programs for older adults.
- Scored +2
Would students be better off under this?
The resolution emphasizes the YMCA's role in providing youth civics education and remote learning spaces.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Community Connection and Belonging: The resolution recognizes the YMCA's role in bringing people together and creating a sense of belonging (Whereas clause).
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Educational and Youth Programs: The YMCA provides various services including early childcare, afterschool programs, summer camps, and the Youth and Government Program (Whereas clauses 7 and 9).
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Essential Services During Crises: The organization has provided safe housing during the Industrial Revolution and served as a provider of emergency childcare, nutrition assistance, and remote learning spaces during the pandemic (Whereas clauses 2 and 10).
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Health and Well-being: The YMCA is a leader in providing swim lessons, youth sports, and fitness programs for older adults (Whereas clause)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would children be better off under this? — The resolution recognizes the YMCA's significant role in providing childcare, summer camps, and youth sports. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The resolution notes the YMCA is the largest provider of fitness programs for older adults. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution emphasizes the YMCA's role in providing youth civics education and remote learning spaces. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The resolution mentions the provision of English as a Second Language classes. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the organization's history of providing nutrition assistance and safe housing. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The resolution states that the YMCA serves people of all abilities.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make child care cost less? — The resolution highlights the YMCA's role as a leading provider of early childcare, afterschool, and summer camp programs. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution notes the YMCA's role in providing English as a Second Language classes to serve diverse communities.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make it easier to use public money at a school other than the local one? — The resolution notes the YMCA's role in providing remote learning spaces and early education.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution acknowledges the YMCA's history of providing essential nutrition and remote learning spaces during the pandemic.
- 3/24/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/5/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/23/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
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