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Mark Pocan (D-WI)

Expressing support for the designation of the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week".

H.Res. 159 · House resolution Education

A Democratic resolution with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 100 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

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution expresses support for designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as Public Schools Week. It highlights that an estimated 90 percent of children in the United States attend public schools, making public education the foundation of a 21st-century democracy. The text states that lawmakers should prioritize support for strengthening these schools and empowering local education leaders. It notes that public schools should provide safe, inclusive environments with stable funding, inviting classrooms, and well-prepared educators. Ultimately, the House of Representatives resolves to support the designation of the week.

Yes· 3 of 6

  • Scored +1

    Would children be better off under this?

    The resolution advocates for the rights of children to have high-quality educational experiences.

  • Scored +1

    Would households on low incomes be better off under this?

    The bill emphasizes that schools should be places where all students can succeed regardless of where they live.

  • Scored +1

    Would students be better off under this?

    The resolution highlights the importance of providing students with critical thinking skills and support services.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.