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National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week: Supporting Key Skill Development

The House of Representatives supports designating a National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week to highlight the importance of basic skills for daily and professional success. This aims to raise public awareness and encourage support for educational programs that help adults and families acquire essential competencies, leading to better employment prospects and life stability.
Key points
Emphasizing the importance of basic literacy, numeracy, and digital skills for adults in the U.S., given that nearly 59 million adults lack these skills.
Supporting adult education and family literacy programs that help individuals gain education, workforce skills, and English language proficiency, directly impacting children's educational success and family stability.
Encouraging increased access to adult education programs to improve individuals' job market opportunities, health outcomes, and overall societal participation.
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Print number: 119_HRES_714
Sponsor: Rep. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-6]
Process start date: 2025-09-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing support for designation of the week of September 14 through 20, 2025, as "National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_714.

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 2025-09-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Emphasizing the importance of basic literacy, numeracy, and digital skills for adults in the U.S., given that nearly 59 million adults lack these skills.
  • Supporting adult education and family literacy programs that help individuals gain education, workforce skills, and English language proficiency, directly impacting children's educational success and family stability.
  • Encouraging increased access to adult education programs to improve individuals' job market opportunities, health outcomes, and overall societal participation.
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. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-6].

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 2025-12-21.

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Education Family Labor