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HRES 144

Expressing support for the designation of the month of March 2025 as "National March into Literacy Month".

119th Congress Introduced by Rick Allen

Expresses support for designating March 2025 as National March into Literacy Month; a symbolic, nonbinding resolution urging nationwide literacy promotion.

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Bill Summary · HRES 144

Summary: H.Res. 144 — Expressing support for National March into Literacy Month

Overview

H.Res. 144 is a House Resolution introduced on February 21, 2025, that expresses support for designating March 2025 as “National March into Literacy Month.” The measure is currently referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. It is a symbolic, non-binding resolution.

Purpose and Intent

  • Establishes national recognition of March 2025 as National March into Literacy Month.
  • Celebrates the role of literacy in education and society, highlighting the efforts of students, families, teachers, and school leaders.
  • Encourages ongoing literacy promotion during the designated month and seeks to raise public awareness of reading as an essential skill.

Key Provisions

The introduced version contains four main provisions:
1. Expresses support for the designation of National March into Literacy Month.
2. Applauds students, parents, teachers, and school leaders from elementary and secondary education environments for their persistence, achievements, dedication, and contributions to U.S. society.
3. Encourages all parents and schools, during March into Literacy Month, to promote literacy.
4. Encourages the people of the United States to hold appropriate programs, events, and activities during National March into Literacy Month to raise awareness of reading as an essential skill.

Affected Parties

  • Students in elementary and secondary education (and their families)
  • Parents, teachers, and school leaders
  • Schools and school districts
  • General public, particularly those involved in literacy programs and community events

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: February 21, 2025
  • Status: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce (no floor vote recorded in the provided information).
  • Timeline implication: If enacted as a resolution, the effect is symbolic, urging promotion and awareness during March 2025 rather than creating new mandates or funding.

Sponsor

  • Primary sponsor: Representative Rick W. Allen

Practical Considerations

  • Legal/Financial Impact: As a resolution, H.Res. 144 does not impose new laws or funding obligations; it serves to express support and encourage nationwide literacy activities.
  • Implementation: Any programs or events would be organized at the local, state, or nonprofit level; the resolution simply signals congressional support for literacy awareness.

This summary provides a concise, nonpartisan overview of what H.Res. 144 seeks to accomplish and whom it would involve or affect.

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

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