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SRES 845

A resolution designating September 2026 as "National Child Awareness Month" to promote awareness of charities that benefit children as well as youth-serving organizations throughout the United States and recognizing the efforts made by those charities and organizations on behalf of children and youth as critical contributions to the future of the United States.

119th Congress Introduced by Maggie Hassan and 1 co-sponsor

Designates September 2026 as National Child Awareness Month to promote awareness and support for charities and youth-serving organizations helping vulnerable children.

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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Bill Summary · SRES 845

Overview

  • Type: Senate resolution (designating a national observance)
  • Resolution number: S. Res. 845
  • Session: 119th Congress, 2nd Session
  • Date introduced: August 7, 2026
  • Status: Passed the Senate by Unanimous Consent, considered and agreed to without amendment, with a preamble

Purpose and Intent

  • Designate September 2026 as “National Child Awareness Month.”
  • Promote awareness of charities that benefit children and of youth-serving organizations across the United States.
  • Recognize the efforts of these charities and organizations as critical contributions to the future of the United States.
  • Highlight the importance of meeting the needs of vulnerable children and youth and fostering support for relevant charitable and service organizations.

Key Provisions

  • Designation: September 2026 shall be National Child Awareness Month.
  • Focus of awareness:
    • Charities that benefit children
    • Youth-serving organizations throughout the United States
  • Recognition:
    • Acknowledges the efforts and contributions of charities and organizations serving children and youth as essential to the nation’s future.
  • Scope of needs acknowledged:
    • Children and youth experiencing homelessness
    • Youth in foster care
    • Victims or at risk of becoming victims of child sex trafficking
    • Youth affected by violence or trauma
    • Youth with physical and mental health needs
    • Youth benefiting from access to arts and cultural opportunities
    • Educational development initiatives addressing learning gaps and promoting academic success

Who is Affected

  • Children and youth nationwide, particularly those in vulnerable or underserved situations as listed in the designation.
  • Charities and youth-serving organizations that provide health care, social services, arts and culture, education, and other supportive services to children and youth.
  • Private sector actors (corporations and businesses) that partner with charitable organizations in support of National Child Awareness Month, as referenced in the bill’s rationale.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

  • The designation is symbolic and ceremonial, intended to raise awareness and build support for child-related charities and youth services.
  • No fiscal obligations, funding authorizations, or regulatory changes are specified in the text.
  • Observance begins in September 2026, aligning with the start of the school year for emphasis on children and youth.

Practical Impact

  • Provides formal recognition that can be used by organizations in outreach and fundraising efforts.
  • May encourage public-private partnerships and philanthropic engagement around child welfare, health, education, and arts.
  • Serves as a focal point for events, campaigns, and communications during September 2026 to highlight issues affecting children and youth.

Sponsors

  • Senators: Maggie Hassan (co-sponsor) and James Lankford (co-sponsor)
  • Supporting action: Submitted by Senator Lankford (for himself and Senator Hassan)

Note: As a non-binding resolution, the bill does not create new laws or spending authority but seeks to promote awareness and recognition of charitable and youth-serving work.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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