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Recognizing the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.

Introduced
May 4, 2026
Cosponsors
4
Traction
0
Last Action
May 4, 2026

Bill Summary

Recognizes the contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers to the well-being of the United States. Honors their role in shaping the country's civic, cultural, and economic development.

Sponsored By

Sam Graves
Republican · Missouri · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 4, 2026
  2. May 4, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This resolution affects elementary and secondary school teachers by acknowledging their importance in American society. It symbolically honors their contributions, but does not provide any direct benefits or changes to their working conditions.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
5backers
  • Democratic3
  • Republican2
Cross-party cosponsors3 · 75%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (4)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicEducation
CommitteeEducation and Workforce Committee
IntroducedMay 4, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 4, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Subjects
  • Education
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.