US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HR163

Introduced
2/25/25  

Caption

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the goal of education in schools across America shall be that virtually every student in the United States achieves grade-level reading proficiency, providing them with the foundation to develop the skills and knowledge needed for success in school, work, and life.

Impact

The resolution encourages the incorporation of structured literacy programs and one-on-one tutoring for students diagnosed with significant literacy gaps. By promoting these educational strategies, HR163 aims to enhance reading capabilities at an early stage, ultimately equipping students with the necessary skills for their adulthood. The role of both state and local governments is emphasized, particularly in collaboration with private organizations, to ensure effective literacy solutions are implemented.

Summary

House Resolution 163 expresses the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the importance of achieving grade-level reading proficiency for students across the United States. The resolution highlights the critical state of literacy, noting that over 50% of 8th-grade students are reading below proficiency, which perpetuates cycles of poverty and limits future opportunities. It underscores literacy as not only an educational goal but a foundational skill necessary for success in life and work.

Contention

While the resolution itself outlines a positive vision for literacy and education, discussions around the bill may evoke contentions related to the allocation of resources, equity in educational access, and the role of government versus private initiatives in effectively addressing literacy challenges. Stakeholders may have differing views on the best methods to improve literacy rates and whether the proposed measures will adequately meet the needs of diverse student populations.

Congress_id

119-HRES-163

Policy_area

Education

Introduced_date

2025-02-25

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HR465

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US SR36

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States, States, cities, Tribal nations, businesses, institutions of higher education, and other institutions in the United States should work toward achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement.

US HR687

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US A08733

Directs the state board of regents to develop or adopt financial literacy learning standards for students in grades four through eight; provides that all public, charter, and nonpublic high schools shall offer and students at such schools shall successfully complete a course in financial literacy; directs the trustees of the state university of New York, in consultation with faculty, student representatives and subject matter experts, to develop a comprehensive financial literacy course; directs the trustees of the city university of New York, in consultation with faculty, student representatives and subject matter experts, to develop a comprehensive financial literacy course.

US HR272

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US HR487

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that fatherhood is essential to the development of all children, and that the increased involvement of fathers in the home will lead to economic prosperity, educational excellence, and improved social mobility for children across all racial and ethnic groups.

US HB307

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US HR692

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US HR403

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US SB425

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