Chuck Grassley (R-IA)
A resolution designating the week beginning October 18, 2026, as "National Character Counts Week".
A Republican resolution with 3 Democratic cosponsors · See all 7 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5186; text: CR S5177-5178)
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 officially designates the week beginning October 18, 2026, as National Character Counts Week. It highlights the importance of character education for young people to help combat youth violence and build a caring citizenry. The text points out that character development relies on families, schools, religious institutions, and civic groups working together. Furthermore, it encourages people and groups to embrace core ethical values like trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. Finally, the Senate calls on the public to observe this special week with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Encouraging Good Character Values: Under the resolved section (paragraph (2)(A)), the Senate calls on the people of the United States and interested groups to embrace elements of character such as trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. This could be considered positive because it promotes fundamental ethical values that benefit personal relationships, schools, and the workplace.
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Promoting Community and Educational Focus: Under the resolved section (paragraph (2)(B)), the Senate calls on the public to observe the designated week with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities. This could be considered positive as it encourages families, schools, youth organizations, and civic groups to actively focus on character education and guidance for young individuals.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- None Identified: The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups in the United States.
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- 9/29/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5186; text: CR S5177-5178)
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5186; text: CR S5177-5178)
- 7 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
Marsha BlackburnRepublican · Tennessee
Shelley CapitoRepublican · West Virginia
Amy KlobucharDemocrat · Minnesota
Ben LujánDemocrat · New Mexico
James LankfordRepublican · Oklahoma
Rick ScottRepublican · Florida
Elizabeth WarrenDemocrat · Massachusetts