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Designating National School Counseling Week 2026

The US Senate formally designated the week of February 2 through 6, 2026, as National School Counseling Week. This resolution aims to increase public awareness of the vital role school counselors play in students' lives, supporting their academic achievement, social-emotional development, and career readiness. It encourages citizens to actively promote the importance of these professionals in their local communities.
Key points
Formal recognition of school counselors who guide students through academic planning, career exploration, dealing with trauma, and securing financial aid for college.
Encouragement for the public to observe the week and promote awareness of the counselors' necessary role in schools and communities.
The resolution highlights that the current student-to-counselor ratio (376:1) significantly exceeds the recommended standard (250:1), indicating a need for greater support for these positions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_596
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2026-02-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating the week of February 2 through 6, 2026, as "National School Counseling Week".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_596.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Formal recognition of school counselors who guide students through academic planning, career exploration, dealing with trauma, and securing financial aid for college.
  • Encouragement for the public to observe the week and promote awareness of the counselors' necessary role in schools and communities.
  • The resolution highlights that the current student-to-counselor ratio (376:1) significantly exceeds the recommended standard (250:1), indicating a need for greater support for these positions.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

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 Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S495; text: CR S492)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-06.

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.

CATEGORIES

Education