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Recognizing January 2026 as National Mentoring Month.

The US Senate formally recognized January 2026 as National Mentoring Month. The goal is to raise awareness about the positive impact of mentoring on youth, encourage citizens to become mentors, and support programs that help young people achieve educational and career success. While the resolution introduces no new mandates, it promotes stronger social ties and support systems for youth.
Key points
Formal recognition of January 2026 as a month dedicated to promoting mentoring relationships nationwide.
Encouragement for citizens to volunteer as mentors to help youth develop life skills, education, and career planning.
Support for initiatives aimed at closing the "mentoring gap," the lack of adult support for approximately 40% of young people in the US.
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Status: Adopted
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_600
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Process start date: 2026-02-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution recognizing January 2026 as "National Mentoring Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_600.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-02-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Formal recognition of January 2026 as a month dedicated to promoting mentoring relationships nationwide.
  • Encouragement for citizens to volunteer as mentors to help youth develop life skills, education, and career planning.
  • Support for initiatives aimed at closing the "mentoring gap," the lack of adult support for approximately 40% of young people in the US.
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. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI].

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 S516; text: CR S514-515)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-07.

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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