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Congress Honors 25 Years of AmeriCorps, Encourages Public Service

The U.S. Congress has honored the 25th anniversary of the AmeriCorps program, highlighting its crucial role in addressing societal challenges and supporting citizens. This resolution aims to raise awareness about the opportunities AmeriCorps and Senior Corps programs offer for personal development and assistance to local communities. It is a symbolic recognition that does not introduce new legislation but promotes existing initiatives.
Key points
AmeriCorps and Senior Corps programs offer citizens opportunities to gain experience, develop career skills, and receive financial support for higher education (over $3.7 billion in education awards).
Volunteers actively assist in disaster recovery, support education, combat the opioid crisis, preserve the environment, and expand economic opportunities, bringing tangible benefits to local communities.
Congress encourages all citizens to engage in public service, emphasizing its positive impact on uniting society and building stronger intergenerational and interracial bonds.
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Print number: 116_HCONRES_64
Sponsor: Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-6]
Process start date: 2019-09-18