Expressing support for the designation of November 8, 2025, as "National First-Generation College Celebration Day".

House Resolution

H.Res. 850

119th Congress

Expressing support for the designation of November 8, 2025, as "National First-Generation College Celebration Day".

In Committee

Introduced:Oct 31, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Gwen Moore

D - WI

Cosponsors

3

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Education

Summary

This resolution supports designating November 8, 2025 as National First-Generation College Celebration Day, honoring the anniversary of the Higher Education Act of 1965. It recognizes that 45% of current college students are first-generation, facing unique challenges in pursuing higher education.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution supports designating November 8, 2025 as National First-Generation College Celebration Day, honoring the anniversary of the Higher Education Act of 1965. It recognizes that 45% of current college students are first-generation, facing unique challenges in pursuing higher education.

Last updated: 12/28/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Designates November 8 as National First-Generation College Celebration Day
Commemorates anniversary of Higher Education Act of 1965 signed by President Johnson
Notes 45% of current college students are first-generation
Recognizes 73% of first-generation students work while in college
Celebrates TRIO programs and Pell Grants that support first-generation students

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

First-generation college students would receive national recognition for their achievements and challenges. Colleges and universities would be encouraged to celebrate and support first-generation students. The role of federal programs like Pell Grants in expanding college access would be highlighted.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Education

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

850, 119th Congress (2025). "Expressing support for the designation of November 8, 2025, as "National First-Generation College Celebration Day".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hres-850