Recognizing the significance of Community College Month in April 2025 as a celebration of the more than 1,000 community colleges throughout the United States that support access to higher education, workforce training, and more, and broadly sustain and advance the economic prosperity of the United States.
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
Mr. Markey (for himself, Ms. Collins, Mr. Blumenthal, Ms. Hassan, …
Summary
What This Bill Does
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution that recognizes and celebrates April 2025 as Community College Month. The resolution honors the more than 1,000 community colleges across the United States for their role in providing affordable higher education, workforce training, and supporting economic growth. This is a purely symbolic gesture with no binding legal effect.
Who Benefits and How
Community colleges receive symbolic recognition and public acknowledgment from the U.S. Senate, which may help with public relations and awareness. Students, faculty, and administrators at these institutions receive congressional recognition of their work. However, this is purely ceremonial - there is no funding, tax benefits, or other tangible benefits provided.
Who Bears the Burden and How
No one bears any burden from this resolution. There are no new costs, taxes, regulations, or requirements. This is a non-binding statement of support that does not create any legal obligations or financial impact.
Key Provisions
- Recognizes the significance of Community College Month in April 2025
- Celebrates the role of over 1,000 community colleges in the United States
- Acknowledges that community colleges serve local and regional educational needs
- States that community colleges strengthen the U.S. economy
- This is a ceremonial resolution only - it creates no laws, programs, or funding
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
A ceremonial resolution recognizing Community College Month in April 2025 and celebrating the role of community colleges in higher education and workforce development.
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Ceremonial recognition to raise awareness and express Senate support for community colleges"
Likely Beneficiaries
- Community colleges (public relations and recognition)
- Community college students and faculty (symbolic support)
- Workforce development programs
Likely Burden Bearers
- None - this is a ceremonial resolution with no binding legal effect, appropriations, or regulatory changes
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
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