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Designating 2026 as the National Year of the Volunteer

This resolution supports naming 2026 the 'National Year of the Volunteer' to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. It aims to inspire citizens to reconnect with their communities through service and local involvement.
Key points
Support for designating 2026 as a special year to celebrate and promote volunteering.
Encouragement for Americans to help local organizations like fire departments and food banks.
Call for partnerships between businesses, schools, and nonprofits to create service opportunities.
Focus on rebuilding community bonds and addressing the decline in national volunteer rates.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_1044
Sponsor: Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17]
Process start date: 2026-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing support for the designation of the year 2026 as the "National Year of the Volunteer".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_1044.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Support for designating 2026 as a special year to celebrate and promote volunteering.
  • Encouragement for Americans to help local organizations like fire departments and food banks.
  • Call for partnerships between businesses, schools, and nonprofits to create service opportunities.
  • Focus on rebuilding community bonds and addressing the decline in national volunteer rates.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-10.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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