HRES 1255 United States House · 119th Congress

Supporting the designation of the week of May 4 through May 8, 2026, as "Teacher Appreciation Week".

This resolution formally recognizes the week of May 4 through May 8, 2026, as "Teacher Appreciation Week" to honor the work of public school educators. It highlights the importance of teachers in the education system and notes that a majority of them support various policies, including protections for students and funding for public schools. The document also expresses the view that teachers should have a direct role in education policymaking at federal, state, and local levels. By issuing this designation, the House of Representatives aims to acknowledge the value of teachers and encourage government leaders to engage with them on issues affecting the classroom.
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Introduced May 4, 2026 Last action May 4, 2026
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May 4, 2026
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Photo of Jahana Hayes
Jahana Hayes
DDemocratic
CT
5
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Photo of Adelita S. Grijalva
Adelita S. Grijalva
DDemocratic
AZ
7
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Photo of Analilia Mejia
Analilia Mejia
DDemocratic
NJ
11
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Photo of Angie Craig
Angie Craig
DDemocratic
MN
2
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Photo of April McClain Delaney
April McClain Delaney
DDemocratic
MD
6
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Photo of Bennie G. Thompson
Bennie G. Thompson
DDemocratic
MS
2
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Photo of Betty McCollum
Betty McCollum
DDemocratic
MN
4
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Photo of Bill Foster
Bill Foster
DDemocratic
IL
11
Co
Photo of Bonnie Watson Coleman
Bonnie Watson Coleman
DDemocratic
NJ
12
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Photo of Brendan F. Boyle
Brendan F. Boyle
DDemocratic
PA
2
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Photo of Christopher R. Deluzio
Christopher R. Deluzio
DDemocratic
PA
17