Expressing support for the designation of the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week".
HRES 159 is a symbolic resolution expressing the U.S. House of Representatives' support for designating February 24-28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week." It does not create new laws or allocate funds but aims to highlight the importance of public schools in communities. The resolution cites reasons such as public schools serving 90% of U.S. students, fostering critical thinking, and requiring equitable funding - though these are context, not policy changes. It directly affects public schools and their communities by raising awareness of their role in education. As a non-binding resolution, it has no direct impact on school operations or funding.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 24, 2025
Last action Feb 24, 2025
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Feb 24, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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1 primary · 98 co-sponsors
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Mark Pocan
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Adriano Espaillat
DDemocratic
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Al Green
DDemocratic
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
DDemocratic
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Alma S. Adams
DDemocratic
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André Carson
DDemocratic
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Angie Craig
DDemocratic
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April McClain Delaney
DDemocratic
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Becca Balint
DDemocratic
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Bennie G. Thompson
DDemocratic
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Betty McCollum
DDemocratic
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