Bills · SRES 624
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Res.SRES 624Education
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of March 2 through March 6, 2026, as "National Social and Emotional Learning Week" to recognize the critical role social and emotional learning plays in supporting the academic success and overall well-being of students, educators, and families.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution matters because it's a formal way for the Senate to signal its support for social and emotional learning (SEL) and its benefits. If passed, it would officially recognize a week dedicated to this topic, which could encourage more conversations among parents, teachers, and policymakers about how SEL contributes to academic success, mental health, and overall well-being.
Without this resolution, there wouldn't be a formally recognized national week to bring focused attention to SEL from the Senate, meaning the public dialogue around its importance might not receive the same level of encouragement from a federal body. It legitimizes the concept of SEL at a national level.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Officially names the week of March 2 through March 6, 2026, as "National Social and Emotional Learning Week."
This creates a specific period to focus national attention on social and emotional learning.
PROVISION 02
Recognizes the critical role social and emotional learning plays in the academic success, mental and behavioral health, and future career success of students.
This provision formally acknowledges the widely researched benefits of social and emotional learning.
PROVISION 03
Expresses support for expanding access to social and emotional learning for all students and teachers.
This statement encourages broader implementation of social and emotional learning programs in educational settings.
PROVISION 04
Encourages people and Federal agencies to find ways to advance social and emotional learning within their communities and programs.
This aims to foster widespread participation and integration of social and emotional learning beyond schools.
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MAR 2
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S734-735)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Resolution
NumberSRES 624
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 2, 2026
Last actionMar 2, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, AND PENSIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 2, 2026
Senate Res.SRES 624Education
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of March 2 through March 6, 2026, as "National Social and Emotional Learning Week" to recognize the critical role social and emotional learning plays in supporting the academic success and overall well-being of students, educators, and families.
INTRODUCED MAR 2, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 2, 2026
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