# 119-sres-624: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of March 2 through March 6, 2026, as "National Social and Emotional Learning Week" to recognize the critical role social and emotional learning plays in supporting the academic success and overall well-being of students, educators, and families.

119-sres-624, A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of March 2 through March 6, 2026, as "National Social and Emotional Learning Week" to recognize the critical role social and emotional learning plays in supporting the academic success and overall well-being of students, educators, and families., is a 119th Congress bill sponsored by Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (D-IL); status introduced (as of 2026-04-21).

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## Facts
- Bill: 119-sres-624
- Congress: 119
- Title: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of March 2 through March 6, 2026, as "National Social and Emotional Learning Week" to recognize the critical role social and emotional learning plays in supporting the academic success and overall well-being of students, educators, and families.
- Status: introduced
- Introduced: 2026-03-02
- Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (D-IL)
- Cosponsors: 9
- Policy area: Education
- Touches household money: no
- Last recorded action: 2026-04-21

## Summary

**National Social and Emotional Learning Week** would be designated for March 2–6, 2026 to spotlight social and emotional learning. The resolution cites decades of research showing SEL boosts academic achievement, mental and behavioral health, and long-term success. It would recognize SEL’s role in improving grades, attendance, and student well-being, express support for expanding access for students and teachers, and encourage the public and federal agencies to identify voluntary ways to promote SEL across schools and communities.

## Cosponsors (9)

- Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA] (D-VA), 2026-03-02T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD] (D-MD), 2026-03-02T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME] (I-ME), 2026-03-02T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT] (D-CT), 2026-03-02T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Luján, Ben Ray [D-NM] (D-NM), 2026-03-02T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL] (D-IL), 2026-03-02T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ] (D-NJ), 2026-03-02T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Kim, Andy [D-NJ] (D-NJ), 2026-03-02T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA] (D-CA), 2026-03-03T00:00:00.000Z

## Related bills

- 119-s-5066: Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026
- 119-s-5108: Right to IVF Act of 2026
- 119-s-1503: Equality Act
- 119-s-2295: Child Care for Working Families Act
- 119-s-852: Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2025
- 119-s-2150: Women’s Health Protection Act of 2025

## Sources
- [119-sres-624 on Congress.gov](https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/624)

## Related
- [119-s-5066: Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-5066)
- [119-s-5108: Right to IVF Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-5108)
- [119-s-1503: Equality Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-1503)
- [119-s-2295: Child Care for Working Families Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-2295)
- [119-s-852: Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2025](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-852)
- [119-s-2150: Women’s Health Protection Act of 2025](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-2150)
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Source: PRIA, https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-sres-624 (as of 2026-04-21).