HRES292-119

In Committee

Supporting the goals and ideals of Financial Literacy Month.

119th Congress Introduced Apr 3, 2025

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Summary

What This Bill Does

This is a non-binding House resolution that expresses support for Financial Literacy Month. It calls on federal agencies, state and local governments, schools, nonprofits, businesses, and the American public to observe the month with educational programs and activities. The resolution highlights the importance of personal financial education and warns about the consequences of financial illiteracy.

Who Benefits and How

Financial literacy nonprofits and educational organizations may benefit from increased public attention and visibility, as congressional recognition could boost donations and participation in their programs. Banks and financial services companies that offer financial literacy programs may gain positive public relations value and brand positioning from this symbolic endorsement, though the resolution provides no direct funding or requirements.

Who Bears the Burden and How

No one faces new costs, restrictions, or mandates from this resolution. As a non-binding expression of congressional sentiment, it creates no legal obligations, appropriations, or regulatory requirements. There is no taxpayer spending associated with this resolution.

Key Provisions

  • Expresses support for Financial Literacy Month as a vehicle for raising public awareness about personal finance
  • Highlights the importance of financial education in the United States
  • Notes the serious consequences that can result from lack of financial understanding
  • Encourages federal, state, and local governments to participate in Financial Literacy Month activities
  • Calls on schools, nonprofits, businesses, and the general public to observe the month with appropriate educational programs

Evidence Chain:

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At a Glance

What This Bill Does

A House resolution expressing support for Financial Literacy Month and encouraging public awareness about personal financial education.

Who Benefits

  • Financial education nonprofits
  • Financial services firms offering literacy programs
  • Schools and educational institutions

Who Bears Costs

  • None - this is a non-binding resolution with no mandates or appropriations

Key Policy Areas

Financial Literacy, Education, Consumer Finance

Primary Purpose

A House resolution expressing support for Financial Literacy Month and encouraging public awareness about personal financial education.

Policy Domains

Financial Literacy Education Consumer Finance

Legislative Strategy

"Non-binding resolution to promote financial literacy awareness without creating new programs or mandates"

Identified Gains

  • Financial education nonprofits
  • Financial services firms offering literacy programs
  • Schools and educational institutions

Identified Costs

  • None - this is a non-binding resolution with no mandates or appropriations

Legislative Progress

In Committee
Introduced Committee Passed
Apr 3, 2025

Mrs. Beatty (for herself, Mrs. Kim, Mr. Bacon, Mr. Carson, …

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Bill Structure & Actor Mappings

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Domains
Financial Literacy Education Consumer Finance

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