SRES 539 United States Senate · 118th Congress

A resolution supporting the contributions of Catholic schools in the United States and celebrating the 50th annual National Catholic Schools Week.

This resolution (SRES 539) is a symbolic Senate gesture supporting National Catholic Schools Week, celebrating its 50th anniversary. It recognizes Catholic schools' educational contributions - highlighting their role serving 1.7 million students, diverse demographics, and strong academic outcomes like a 98.9% graduation rate - without creating new laws or funding. The resolution formally applauds the National Catholic Educational Association and U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops for organizing the week (January 28-February 3, 2024), themed "United in Faith and Community." It does not affect policy or funding but affirms the schools' community impact.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2024
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Jan 2024
House Passage
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Introduced Jan 31, 2024 Last action Jan 31, 2024
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Jan 31, 2024
Introduced
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S322; text: CR S312-313)
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Jan 31, 2024
Upper · Passed
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S322; text: CR S312-313)
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Jan 31, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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