John Reed (D-RI)
A resolution designating September 2025 as "National Literacy Month".
A Democratic resolution with 11 Republican cosponsors · See all 19 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6637; text: CR S6653)
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
This Senate resolution designates September 2025 as National Literacy Month. It highlights that reading is a cornerstone for personal growth, economic opportunity, and a strong society. The text points out that millions of adults and students struggle with reading proficiency. It also mentions that the cost of adult illiteracy impacts taxpayers and businesses. The resolution calls on various groups to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities.
Yes· 3 of 11
- Scored +2
Would children be better off under this?
Focuses attention on improving student reading proficiency and educational outcomes for youth.
- Scored +2
Would students be better off under this?
Designates National Literacy Month to highlight student reading proficiency and literacy instruction.
- Scored +1
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
Supports better literacy instruction which helps young adults transition into the workforce.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Designating National Literacy Month: Under the resolved section (1), the Senate designates September 2025 as National Literacy Month, which encourages the public and organizations to focus on literacy.
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Calling for Action and Programs: Under the resolved section (2), the Senate calls on the Federal Government, States, localities, schools, libraries, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
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? — Focuses attention on improving student reading proficiency and educational outcomes for youth. Would students be better off under this? — Designates National Literacy Month to highlight student reading proficiency and literacy instruction. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Directly notes that literacy disparities disproportionately impact students of color. Would business owners be better off under this? — Emphasizes the negative business impacts of illiteracy, supporting efforts to improve worker literacy. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Addresses literacy needs for English learners and students of color. Would immigrants be better off under this? — Brings awareness to English learners and adult literacy programs. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Highlights and aims to address educational disparities impacting low-income backgrounds. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Supports better literacy instruction which helps young adults transition into the workforce.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Promoting literacy helps address educational barriers linked to poverty and low-income backgrounds. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution acknowledges that educational disparities disproportionately impact students of color.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The resolution highlights the economic importance of literacy, which indirectly supports long-term economic productivity.
- 9/16/2025
- 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 S6637; text: CR S6653)
- 19 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Marsha BlackburnRepublican · Tennessee
Lisa Blunt RochesterDemocrat · Delaware
Katie BrittRepublican · Alabama
Susan CollinsRepublican · Maine
Shelley CapitoRepublican · West Virginia
John CornynRepublican · Texas
Bill CassidyRepublican · Louisiana
Richard DurbinDemocrat · Illinois
Kirsten GillibrandDemocrat · New York
Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii
Martin HeinrichDemocrat · New Mexico
Jon HustedRepublican · Ohio
James JusticeRepublican · West Virginia
Angus KingIndependent · Maine
James LankfordRepublican · Oklahoma
Tommy TubervilleRepublican · Alabama
Chris Van HollenDemocrat · Maryland
Roger WickerRepublican · Mississippi
Sheldon WhitehouseDemocrat · Rhode Island