SRES594119th Congress
A resolution supporting the contributions of Catholic schools in the United States and celebrating the 52nd annual National Catholic Schools Week.
Sponsored By: Senator Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]
Passed Senate
Summary
This resolution recognizes and supports Catholic schools across the United States and designates January 25–31, 2026 as National Catholic Schools Week.
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- Families: Calls out Catholic schools as an affordable option for parents, especially in underserved urban areas.
- Students: Notes enrollment of about 1.7 million students and a student-teacher ratio of 10 to 1.
- Outcomes: Reports a 98.6% high school graduation rate and that 83.7% of graduates attend four-year colleges.
- Diversity and community: Highlights that 34.9% of students are from racial minority backgrounds and 21.8% come from non-Catholic families, and promotes community service and family involvement with the theme “Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community.”
- Support and recognition: Applauds the National Catholic Educational Association and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and backs the goals of National Catholic Schools Week.
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]
MO • R
Cosponsors
Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
VA • D
Sponsored 1/29/2026
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
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