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Congress·In Committee·H.Res. 1221

Supporting the designation of the week of April 27 through May 1, 2026, as "National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week".

Appreciation Week for School Support Staff

This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It was recently sent to the House Committee on Education and Workforce for review. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.

Legislative Progress

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Unlikely to pass

While many people support school staff, these types of symbolic resolutions often do not get a formal vote before the week passes.

Key Points

  • This resolution honors more than one million school workers who help students in ways other than teaching. This group includes school counselors, nurses, social workers, and various types of therapists.
  • The proposal recognizes that these staff members help make schools safer and more supportive for everyone. They provide mental health care and help students who face extra challenges in the classroom.
  • The resolution asks government leaders to raise awareness about how important these workers are for student success. It also encourages experts to share their best ideas for helping students so more schools can improve.

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Milestones

1 milestone2 actions
Apr 28, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Apr 28, 2026

Submitted in House

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Supporting the designation of the week of April 27 through May 1, 2026, as "National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week".

Bill NumberHRES 1221
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(3)
D: 2R: 1

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