Sam Graves (R-MO)
Recognizing the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.
A Republican resolution with 4 Democratic cosponsors · See all 4 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers. It notes that education and knowledge are foundational to the strength of the United States. The text highlights that teachers deserve respect for their dedication to community service and the futures of children. It identifies National Teacher Appreciation Week, occurring from May 5, 2025, through May 9, 2025, as a time to raise awareness. Finally, the House of Representatives expresses thanks to these teachers and encourages others to recognize the week.
Yes
- Scored +1
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution recognizes that teachers are essential to the future of children.
- Scored +1
Would students be better off under this?
The resolution encourages students to participate in recognizing their teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week.
- Scored +1
Does this put more money into public schools?
The resolution acknowledges the importance of the teaching profession to public schools through formal recognition.
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 Teachers: The resolution thanks elementary and secondary school teachers for their contributions to the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the country (Resolution text). This provides formal acknowledgment of their work.
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Promoting the Profession: The bill encourages students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week (Resolution text). This aims to promote greater respect and understanding for the teaching profession.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are identified 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 that teachers are essential to the future of children. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution encourages students to participate in recognizing their teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into public schools? — The resolution acknowledges the importance of the teaching profession to public schools through formal recognition.
- 5/5/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 4 Cosponsors added.
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