Tim Scott (R-SC)
A resolution congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of charter schools across the United States for making ongoing contributions to education and supporting the ideals and goals of the 27th Annual National Charter Schools Week, to be held May 10 through May 16, 2026.
A Republican resolution with 4 Democratic cosponsors · See all 12 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2705; text: CR S2702)
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 congratulates the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of charter schools across the United States. It recognizes their ongoing contributions to education and supports the goals of the 27th Annual National Charter Schools Week. The event is scheduled to be held from May 10 through May 16, 2026. The text highlights that charter schools are tuition-free public schools that enroll any student who wants to attend. It also notes that these schools promote innovation, accountability, and choice while serving millions of children.
Yes· 3 of 5
- Scored +5
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution recognizes and supports charter schools that serve millions of children and aim to improve their educational achievement.
- Scored +5
Would students be better off under this?
Students benefit from recognition of charter schools and efforts to support high-quality educational options and improved academic outcomes.
- Scored +5
Does this make it easier to use public money at a school other than the local one?
The resolution expresses strong support for charter schools and educational choice, highlighting their role in providing diverse learning options for families.
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 Educational Contributions: Under resolved section (1), the Senate congratulates students, families, teachers, leaders, and staff of public charter schools for making ongoing contributions to public education and helping close the academic achievement gap. This is a positive acknowledgment of the hard work happening in these school communities.
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Support for Public Awareness and Choice: Under resolved sections (2) and (3), the resolution supports the ideals of National Charter Schools Week and encourages the American people to hold programs, ceremonies, and activities to demonstrate support for high-quality public charter schools. This encourages community engagement and highlights educational choices for families.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific 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? — The resolution recognizes and supports charter schools that serve millions of children and aim to improve their educational achievement. Would students be better off under this? — Students benefit from recognition of charter schools and efforts to support high-quality educational options and improved academic outcomes. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The text notes charter schools' contributions to helping close achievement gaps for disadvantaged and low-income students. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — The resolution supports educational options that benefit families seeking tuition-free public school alternatives.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make it easier to use public money at a school other than the local one? — The resolution expresses strong support for charter schools and educational choice, highlighting their role in providing diverse learning options for families.
- 6/9/2026
- 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 S2705; text: CR S2702)
- 12 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
3 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-SRES-238: A resolution congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of charter schools across the United States for making ongoing contributions to education and supporting the ideals and goals of the 26th Annual National Charter Schools Week, to be held May 11 through May 17, 2025.
- 118-SRES-699 (not yet synced)
- 117-SRES-625 (not yet synced)
Michael BennetDemocrat · Colorado
Cory BookerDemocrat · New Jersey
John CornynRepublican · Texas
Bill CassidyRepublican · Louisiana
Kevin CramerRepublican · North Dakota
John HickenlooperDemocrat · Colorado
Bill HagertyRepublican · Tennessee
Maggie HassanDemocrat · New Hampshire
Ron JohnsonRepublican · Wisconsin
James LankfordRepublican · Oklahoma
Ashley MoodyRepublican · Florida
Tommy TubervilleRepublican · Alabama