A resolution designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week".

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 96

119th Congress

A resolution designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week".

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

Introduced:Feb 25, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Susan Collins

R - ME

Cosponsors

21

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Education

Summary

This resolution designates February 24 through February 28, 2025, as Public Schools Week to recognize and celebrate the contributions of public education to American communities and the success of students.

Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S1359; text: CR S1358)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution designates February 24 through February 28, 2025, as Public Schools Week to recognize and celebrate the contributions of public education to American communities and the success of students.

Last updated: 1/5/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution designates February 24-February 28, 2025, as Public Schools Week.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Designates Public Schools Week February 24-28, 2025
Celebrates contributions of public education
Recognizes public school educators and staff
Highlights student success in public schools
Promotes value of public education system

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Public school teachers, administrators, and staff would receive national recognition. Communities would celebrate their local public schools. Education advocates would use the week to promote public education priorities.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Education

Related Subjects

Commemorative events and holidays

Elementary and secondary education

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

96, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-sres-96