Supporting the goals and ideals of Social Work Month and World Social Work Day on March 18, 2025.
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Summary
What This Bill Does
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' formal support for Social Work Month and World Social Work Day on March 18, 2025. The resolution recognizes and honors the contributions that millions of social workers have made to improving the health and well-being of individuals, families, communities, and the nation throughout the profession's history.
Who Benefits and How
Social workers and the social work profession benefit from this congressional recognition, which elevates the visibility and public appreciation of their work. Social work advocacy groups and professional organizations also gain from this formal acknowledgment, which can strengthen their efforts to promote the profession and recruit new members. The general public benefits indirectly by being encouraged to recognize and appreciate the vital services social workers provide.
Who Bears the Burden and How
This resolution creates no burdens, costs, or requirements for any individuals, industries, or government entities. It is purely symbolic and ceremonial in nature.
Key Provisions
- Expresses the House's support for the goals and ideals of Social Work Month and World Social Work Day
- Recognizes with gratitude the contributions of millions of social workers to individual, family, community, and national well-being
- Acknowledges the efforts of individuals and groups who promote the importance of social work
- Encourages people to engage in appropriate ceremonies and activities to promote awareness of social workers' integral role in society
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
A ceremonial resolution expressing support for Social Work Month and World Social Work Day on March 18, 2025
Who Benefits
- Social workers
- Social work profession
- Social work advocacy groups
Key Policy Areas
Social Services, Health Care, Community Services
Primary Purpose
A ceremonial resolution expressing support for Social Work Month and World Social Work Day on March 18, 2025
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Ceremonial recognition of social work profession with no binding policy changes"
Identified Gains
- Social workers
- Social work profession
- Social work advocacy groups
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
In CommitteeMs. Garcia of Texas (for herself, Ms. Scholten, Ms. Norton, …
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Submitted in House
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