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Joe Courtney (D-CT)

Recognizing the significance of "Community College Month" in April as a celebration of more than 1,000 institutions throughout the United States supporting access to higher education, workforce training, and more, broadly sustaining and advancing the Nation's economic prosperity.

H.Res. 1209 · House resolution Education

A Democratic resolution with 5 Republican cosponsors · See all 42 cosponsors

Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

In committee

Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.

The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

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What this bill would do

This resolution recognizes the significance of ``Community College Month'' in April. It celebrates more than 1,000 institutions that support higher education access and workforce training. The resolution highlights how these colleges support the Nation's economic prosperity and local needs. It notes the historical development of these institutions to meet educational and economic opportunities. Finally, it serves as an opportunity for the House of Representatives to recognize the value of these colleges in strengthening the American economy.

Yes· 3 of 8

  • Scored +2

    Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?

    The resolution highlights how dual enrollment and community colleges allow students to jumpstart career exploration and save money.

  • Scored +2

    Would households on low incomes be better off under this?

    The text states that community colleges serve low-income students by providing affordable access to higher education.

  • Scored +2

    Would students be better off under this?

    The resolution highlights the benefits of dual enrollment and affordable tuition for various student populations.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.