John Reed (D-RI)
A resolution expressing support for designation of the week of September 14 through 20, 2025, as "National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week".
A Democratic resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See all 5 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6700; text: CR S6698)
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. 400 expresses support for designating the week of September 14 through 20, 2025, as "National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week." The resolution aims to raise public awareness regarding the importance of adult education, workforce skills, and family literacy. It encourages people and various entities to support programs that help individuals in need of these services. The goal is to help ensure a fully literate society.
Yes· 3 of 25
- Scored +5
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
Provides awareness and support for education that helps break cycles of poverty.
- Scored +5
Would immigrants be better off under this?
Explicitly recognizes the need for literacy skills for immigrants to succeed.
- Scored +4
Would children be better off under this?
Family literacy programs positively impact the educational success and stability of children.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Public Awareness: By designating National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, the resolution seeks to raise awareness about adult education and workforce skills (Section 1).
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Support for Educational Programs: The resolution encourages people, as well as public, private, and nonprofit entities, to support and increase access to adult education and family literacy programs (Section 2 and 4).
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Recognition of Literacy Importance: The resolution recognizes that adult education and family literacy programs are important for individuals to succeed at home, at work, and in society (Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Not applicable. The provided text does not contain provisions that result in negative consequences or burdens for individuals.
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 immigrants be better off under this? — Explicitly recognizes the need for literacy skills for immigrants to succeed. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Provides awareness and support for education that helps break cycles of poverty. Would children be better off under this? — Family literacy programs positively impact the educational success and stability of children. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Specifically mentions English-language skills and support for immigrants. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Helps adults improve literacy for better employment opportunities. Would retired people be better off under this? — Supports literacy needed for health and medical safety in older age. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Addresses the need for literacy to safely follow medical instructions. Would students be better off under this? — Encourages a supportive environment for literacy and educational attainment. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Supports those seeking high school credentials and workforce skills. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Promotes access to education which supports racial equity in employment. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — Promotes access to education and English-language skills. Would business owners be better off under this? — A more literate workforce benefits business operations and productivity. Would men be better off under this? — Provides pathways to better employment and education. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — Promotes access to education and workforce skills. Would women be better off under this? — Family literacy often supports mothers in their children's educational development. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — General societal benefit from a more literate population. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? Would people in cities be better off under this? Would white Americans be better off under this? — General benefit of a more literate society.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Increased literacy and workforce skills are key drivers in reducing poverty. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — Adult education programs often provide pathways for marginalized groups to achieve economic stability. Is this likely to reduce homelessness? — Improved employability through education can help reduce the risk of homelessness.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — A more literate and skilled population contributes positively to the national economy. Is this likely to create jobs? — Promoting adult education and workforce skills helps individuals obtain and retain employment.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — Improving literacy helps seniors and adults better follow medical instructions and prescriptions.
- 9/17/2025
- 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 S6700; text: CR S6698)
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Richard BlumenthalDemocrat · Connecticut
Susan CollinsRepublican · Maine
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Angus KingIndependent · Maine
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