Susan Collins (R-ME)
A resolution designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week".
A Republican resolution with 18 Democratic cosponsors · See all 21 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S1359; text: CR S1358)
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 voice vote
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 voice vote (members called out yes or no together): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
This resolution designates the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week." The text notes that public schools educate a large majority of American children and prepare them for society. It emphasizes the importance of prioritizing support for these institutions and their leaders. The resolution also calls for supporting various student services and maintaining high-quality learning environments. Ultimately, the Senate has agreed to this specific designation for the specified week.
Yes· 3 of 5
- Scored +2
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution promotes a high-quality educational experience intended to help every child reach their full potential.
- Scored +2
Would students be better off under this?
The resolution advocates for student services such as counseling, nutrition, and extracurricular activities.
- Scored +2
Does this make mental health care easier to get?
The resolution calls for supporting mental health support as a critical service for student engagement.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Designation of a specific week: The resolution designates February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week," which recognizes the importance of public education.
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Support for school leadership: The text suggests that lawmakers should empower superintendents, principals, and other school leaders to lead school districts and schools in partnership with local stakeholders.
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Student services and programs: The bill mentions that support for services like counseling, extracurricular activities, and mental health support is critical to helping students engage in learning.
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Equal opportunity and excellence: The resolution states that Congress should support efforts to advance equal opportunity and excellence in public education.
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Access to resources: The text notes that Federal, State, and local funds support access to inviting classrooms, well-prepared educators, and services like nutrition and afterschool programs.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the text.
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 promotes a high-quality educational experience intended to help every child reach their full potential. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution advocates for student services such as counseling, nutrition, and extracurricular activities.
- Healthcare
- Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The resolution calls for supporting mental health support as a critical service for student engagement.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into public schools? — The resolution acknowledges that Federal, State, and local funds support student access to classrooms and services.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution emphasizes advancing equal opportunity and excellence in public education regardless of who a student is.
- 2/25/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S1359; text: CR S1358)
- 21 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Tammy BaldwinDemocrat · Wisconsin
Richard BlumenthalDemocrat · Connecticut
Cory BookerDemocrat · New Jersey
Lisa Blunt RochesterDemocrat · Delaware
Maria CantwellDemocrat · Washington
Richard DurbinDemocrat · Illinois
Ruben GallegoDemocrat · Arizona
Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii
Maggie HassanDemocrat · New Hampshire
Amy KlobucharDemocrat · Minnesota
Angus KingIndependent · Maine
Timothy KaineDemocrat · Virginia
Patty MurrayDemocrat · Washington
Lisa MurkowskiRepublican · Alaska
Alex PadillaDemocrat · California
Gary PetersDemocrat · Michigan
John ReedDemocrat · Rhode Island
Bernie SandersIndependent · Vermont
Jeanne ShaheenDemocrat · New Hampshire
Chris Van HollenDemocrat · Maryland
Peter WelchDemocrat · Vermont