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HRES 63

Expressing support for the designation of the week of January 26 through February 1, 2025, as "National School Choice Week".

119th Congress Introduced by Tom Barrett and 33 co-sponsors

A nonbinding House resolution expresses support for National School Choice Week and urges parents to explore K–12 options and the public to join related events.

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Bill Summary · HRES 63

Summary of H.Res. 63 — Expressing support for National School Choice Week (Jan 26 – Feb 1, 2025)

Overview

H.Res. 63 is a nonbinding House resolution introduced on January 23, 2025. The bill expresses support for designating the week of January 26 through February 1, 2025, as “National School Choice Week.” As a resolution, it does not create or modify law or authorize spending; its primary effect is a formal expression of the House’s support and a call to action for engagement around school choice.

What the bill would do

The introduced text includes four main provisions:
1. The House supports the designation of National School Choice Week.
2. The House congratulates students, parents, teachers, and school leaders from K–12 education environments of all varieties for their persistence, achievements, dedication, and societal contributions in the United States.
3. The House encourages all parents to learn more about the education options available to them during National School Choice Week.
4. The House encourages the American public to host programs, events, and activities during National School Choice Week to raise public awareness of the benefits of opportunity in education.

Who is affected

  • Primary impact is symbolic and informational: it aims to acknowledge and promote awareness of school choice options for K–12 students, their families, educators, and school communities.
  • Encourages participation by parents and the broader public in National School Choice Week activities and educational option exploration.

Procedural history and timeline

  • Introduced in the House on January 23, 2025.
  • Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce on the same date.
  • No further actions are listed in the provided information.

Sponsors and support

  • Primary sponsor: John R. Moolenaar.
  • Cosponsors (selected examples; full list below): Michael Lawler, Daniel Webster, Scott Franklin, Kat Cammack, Darrell Issa, Vern Buchanan, Julia Letlow, Richard McCormick, Tim Moore, Juan Ciscomani, Tom Barrett, Kevin Kiley, Jack Bergman, Eric Burlison, Mike Kelly, Andy Harris, Earl L. "Buddy" Carter, Mark E. Green, Tim Walberg, Aaron Bean, Scott Fitzgerald, Joe Wilson, Barry Moore, Ben Cline, Dan Newhouse, Nancy Mace, Neal P. Dunn, Daniel Meuser, Dale W. Strong, Cory Mills, John James, Burgess Owens, Mariannette Miller-Meeks, among others.
  • Related Senate companion: S.Res. 44 (companion measure).

Related legislation

  • Companion measure in the Senate: S. Res. 44
  • This House resolution aligns with ongoing advocacy for school choice within the federal policy dialogue.

Notes on impact

  • As a ceremonial resolution, H.Res. 63 does not authorize policy changes, funding, or regulations. Its significance lies in public affirmation and in encouraging awareness and dialogue about school-choice options during the designated week. If enacted, it may influence public and constituent messaging, but it does not alter legal standards for education options or funding mechanisms.

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

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