A resolution condemning the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honoring his life and legacy.

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 391

119th Congress

A resolution condemning the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honoring his life and legacy.

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimou

Introduced:Sep 16, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Chuck Grassley

R - IA

Cosponsors

7

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Education

Summary

This resolution designates the week beginning on October 15, 2023, as National Character Counts Week. It honors the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative political commentator who recently passed away.

Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4895; text: CR S4892-4893)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution designates the week beginning on October 15, 2023, as National Character Counts Week. It honors the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative political commentator who recently passed away.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution designates the week beginning on October 15, 2023, as National Character Counts Week.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

This resolution declares a national week to recognize the importance of character development and ethics education.
It pays tribute to the life and work of Charlie Kirk, a controversial conservative figure who founded the organization Turning Point USA.
The resolution was submitted in the Senate and passed unanimously, indicating bipartisan support.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this resolution becomes law, it would establish an annual nationwide observance to promote character-building programs and initiatives, particularly in schools and youth organizations. While the resolution honors a specific individual, its broader impact would be to elevate the national conversation around ethics and values education for young people.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Education

Related Subjects

Child care and development

Civics education

Commemorative events and holidays

Community life and organization

Elementary and secondary education

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

391, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution condemning the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honoring his life and legacy.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-sres-391