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HRES 1189118th CongressFailed / ExpiredHouse

Supporting the designation of the week of April 29 through May 3, 2024, as "National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week".

Policy Area: Education
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Origin Chamber
House
Last Updated
Dec 6, 2025
Latest Action Date
May 1, 2024

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

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Executive Summary

House Resolution 1189 proposes to support the designation of the week of April 29 through May 3, 2024, as "National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week." The resolution aims to recognize and appreciate the contributions of specialized instructional support personnel in the education sector. The bill was introduced in the House during the 118th Congress and referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. There is no full text or detailed summary available, and the bill status is recorded as Failed / Expired.

Bottom Line

H.Res. 1189 sought to officially recognize a week in 2024 to honor specialized instructional support personnel but did not advance beyond committee referral and ultimately expired.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The bill designates a specific week in 2024 for appreciation of specialized instructional support personnel.
  • It was introduced in the House and referred to the Education and the Workforce Committee.
  • The bill did not pass and is currently listed as Failed / Expired.
Who Benefits?

['Specialized instructional support personnel in education, including roles such as counselors, librarians, psychologists, and other support staff.', 'Educational institutions and communities that recognize the contributions of these personnel.']

Potential Concerns

['No funding or enforcement mechanisms are included, which limits direct policy or financial impact.', 'As a resolution, it does not create binding legal obligations or require implementation actions.', "The bill's failure to advance may reflect limited legislative priority or support."]

Political Context

The bill was introduced in the 118th Congress and referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce but did not progress further. It falls within the education policy area and represents a symbolic recognition rather than a substantive policy change.

Hidden Impact Review

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Indirect Effects

['May increase public awareness and appreciation of specialized instructional support personnel.', 'Could encourage educational institutions to hold events or initiatives recognizing these personnel during the designated week.', 'Potentially supports morale and recognition efforts within the education sector.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The bill is a non-binding resolution without detailed text or summary available, limiting transparency into specific provisions. Its failure to advance past committee referral suggests limited legislative momentum. No funding or enforcement mechanisms are included, which is typical for appreciation week designations but important to note for understanding its practical impact.

Passage Likelihood: LowConfidence: 85%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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