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A resolution supporting the contributions of Catholic schools in the United States.
3/4/2024, 5:30 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 17
Bill 118 S.Res. 17 is a resolution that aims to recognize and support the important contributions of Catholic schools in the United States. The resolution highlights the role that Catholic schools play in providing quality education to students across the country, particularly in underserved communities.
The resolution acknowledges the long history of Catholic schools in the United States and their commitment to academic excellence, character formation, and service to others. It also recognizes the significant impact that Catholic schools have had on the lives of millions of students, families, and communities.
In addition, the resolution calls on Congress to support policies that promote and protect the ability of Catholic schools to continue their important work. This includes advocating for school choice initiatives, ensuring equitable funding for all schools, and protecting the religious freedom of Catholic schools to operate in accordance with their beliefs. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 17 is a bipartisan effort to show appreciation for the valuable contributions of Catholic schools in the United States and to encourage continued support for their mission of providing quality education to students of all backgrounds.
The resolution acknowledges the long history of Catholic schools in the United States and their commitment to academic excellence, character formation, and service to others. It also recognizes the significant impact that Catholic schools have had on the lives of millions of students, families, and communities.
In addition, the resolution calls on Congress to support policies that promote and protect the ability of Catholic schools to continue their important work. This includes advocating for school choice initiatives, ensuring equitable funding for all schools, and protecting the religious freedom of Catholic schools to operate in accordance with their beliefs. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 17 is a bipartisan effort to show appreciation for the valuable contributions of Catholic schools in the United States and to encourage continued support for their mission of providing quality education to students of all backgrounds.
Congressional Summary of SRES 17
This resolution supports the goals of National Catholic Schools Week, an event cosponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and established to recognize the contributions of Catholic elementary and secondary schools in the United States.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 17
Bill SRES 17 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 26, 2023. Bill SRES 17 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 26, 2023. Bill SRES 17's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S128; text: CR S124) as of January 26, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 17
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 17
Primary Policy Focus
EducationPotential Impact Areas
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Congress
- Congressional tributes
- Elementary and secondary education
- Religion
- Teaching, teachers, curricula
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 17
A resolution supporting the contributions of Catholic schools in the United States.
A resolution supporting the contributions of Catholic schools in the United States.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 17
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