Edward Markey (D-MA)
A resolution recognizing the significance of "Community College Month" in April 2025 as a celebration of the more than 1,000 community colleges throughout the United States that support access to higher education, workforce training, and more, and broadly sustain and advance the economic prosperity of the United States.
A Democratic resolution with 3 Republican cosponsors · See all 16 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2753; text: CR S2758-2759)
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
S. Res. 202 recognizes April 2025 as "Community College Month." This resolution celebrates the more than 1,000 community colleges in the United States. It acknowledges these institutions for supporting access to higher education and workforce training. The resolution highlights how these colleges help sustain and advance the economic prosperity of the country.
Yes· 3 of 27
- Scored +8
Would students be better off under this?
Broadly benefits students by promoting an affordable and accessible education system.
- Scored +7
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
Explicitly recognizes community colleges as an affordable option for low-income students.
- Scored +5
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
Provides an affordable path to higher education and career training for young adults.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Access to Affordable Education: Public community colleges provide an affordable option for students, with average annual tuition and fees for in-district students of $3,990.
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Support for Diverse Student Groups: These institutions serve people who are often working, low-income, parents, veterans, or the first in their family to attend college.
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Workforce Development: Community colleges educate professionals in essential fields such as nursing, health care, construction, and the semiconductor industry.
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Educational Opportunities for High Schoolers: Through dual enrollment programs offered by 82 percent of public high schools, students can take college classes to save time and money and start exploring careers.
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Local Accessibility: Students benefit from proximity, as the median distance from a student's home to their community college is only 10 miles.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts for people 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 students be better off under this? — Broadly benefits students by promoting an affordable and accessible education system. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Explicitly recognizes community colleges as an affordable option for low-income students. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Offers an affordable alternative to expensive four-year universities. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Community colleges provide critical educational access to rural areas. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — Explicitly mentions community colleges as serving veterans. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Provides an affordable path to higher education and career training for young adults. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Supports adult learners, working parents, and those seeking career transitions. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The resolution explicitly mentions the significance of tribal colleges. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Increases access to education for marginalized groups through affordable local options. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — Increases access to education for marginalized groups through affordable local options. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Increases access to education for marginalized groups through affordable local options. Would men be better off under this? — Provides training for high-demand fields like construction and semiconductors. Would people in cities be better off under this? — Provides local, accessible education options within city environments. Would white Americans be better off under this? — Provides accessible education and training for all citizens. Would women be better off under this? — Supports working parents and those entering high-demand fields like nursing. Would business owners be better off under this? — Workforce development produces skilled employees for local businesses. Would immigrants be better off under this? — Offers a more accessible entry point into the US education system. Would union members be better off under this? — Provides the necessary training for skilled trades often associated with unions. Would farmers be better off under this? — Supports rural development and regional educational needs.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make college cost less? — The resolution celebrates community colleges specifically as an affordable option for higher education. Does this make it easier to use public money at a school other than the local one? — Dual enrollment programs provide high school students more options for their educational path.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The resolution highlights the contribution of community college alumni to the national GDP. Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution recognizes the role of community colleges in workforce training and economic prosperity.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — By providing affordable education and workforce training, these institutions help reduce poverty. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — Community colleges increase access to higher education for diverse and low-income populations.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — Community colleges often serve as hubs for regional and rural educational development.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — Community colleges educate professionals in nursing and health care professions.
- 5/5/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2753; text: CR S2758-2759)
- 16 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Richard BlumenthalDemocrat · Connecticut
Lisa Blunt RochesterDemocrat · Delaware
Mike CrapoRepublican · Idaho
Susan CollinsRepublican · Maine
Richard DurbinDemocrat · Illinois
Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii
Martin HeinrichDemocrat · New Mexico
Maggie HassanDemocrat · New Hampshire
Amy KlobucharDemocrat · Minnesota
Angus KingIndependent · Maine
Alex PadillaDemocrat · California
James RischRepublican · Idaho
Bernie SandersIndependent · Vermont
Chris Van HollenDemocrat · Maryland
Ron WydenDemocrat · Oregon
Peter WelchDemocrat · Vermont