Patty Murray (D-WA)
A resolution designating the week of February 3 through 7, 2025, as "National School Counseling Week".
A Democratic resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · 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 S527; text: CR S526)
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 resolution designates the week of February 3 through 7, 2025, as "National School Counseling Week." It recognizes the various roles school counselors play in guiding students through academic, social, and emotional development. The resolution highlights how these professionals prepare students for college and careers while helping them navigate challenges like mental health issues and school violence. It also notes that the celebration aims to increase awareness of the essential role counselors play in schools and communities. Finally, the Senate encourages the public to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
Yes· 3 of 7
- Scored +2
Would children be better off under this?
The designation recognizes the role counselors play in supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of students.
- Scored +2
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The resolution emphasizes that counselors prepare students for college and career opportunities.
- Scored +2
Would students be better off under this?
The resolution aims to increase awareness of the vital role counselors play in student safety, academic success, and emotional well-being.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Awareness of School Counselors: The designation of the week aims to increase awareness of the "important and necessary role school counselors play in the lives of students in the United States" (Resolution, Section 1 and 2).
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Promoting Student Success: The resolution notes that counselors help develop well-rounded students by guiding them through academic learning, social and emotional development, and career exploration (Whereas clauses).
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Support for Student Safety and Well-being: Counselors help foster a positive school climate to create a safer learning environment and assist students, teachers, and parents in dealing with personal trauma and community tragedies (Whereas clauses).
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Preparation for Future Opportunities: Counselors play a role in ensuring students are ready for college and careers, including making them aware of financial aid and college scholarships (Whereas clauses).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are mentioned in the text of this resolution.
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 designation recognizes the role counselors play in supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of students. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution aims to increase awareness of the vital role counselors play in student safety, academic success, and emotional well-being. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The resolution emphasizes that counselors prepare students for college and career opportunities. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution mentions that counselors assist students in discovering financial aid and scholarships.
- Healthcare
- Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The resolution highlights the role of school counselors in helping students navigate mental health issues.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into public schools? — By increasing awareness of the essential role of school counselors, the resolution supports the importance of these positions in school budgets.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The resolution notes that school counselors help students become aware of financial aid and college scholarship opportunities.
- 1/30/2025
- 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 S527; text: CR S526)
- 16 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.
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Maria CantwellDemocrat · Washington
Susan CollinsRepublican · Maine
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Tammy DuckworthDemocrat · Illinois
Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii
Maggie HassanDemocrat · New Hampshire
Amy KlobucharDemocrat · Minnesota
Angus KingIndependent · Maine
Jeff MerkleyDemocrat · Oregon
Alex PadillaDemocrat · California
Bernie SandersIndependent · Vermont
Jeanne ShaheenDemocrat · New Hampshire
Tina SmithDemocrat · Minnesota
Ron WydenDemocrat · Oregon