H.Res. 520 — Introduced in House

IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 520 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 16, 2023Ms. Jacobs submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of the second week of June as Children’s Week in the United States. Whereas designating a week as Children’s Week would increase awareness and attention to the importance of children’s well-being and the issues they face; Whereas investing in children’s well-being is essential for the long-term health, prosperity, and best interests of the Nation and the world; Whereas supporting children and families is a priority that transcends political, regional, and international boundaries; Whereas every child, regardless of who they are or where they come from, deserves the opportunity to thrive; Whereas children face numerous challenges and obstacles, including health, education, and safety, that impact their lives and their futures both domestically and internationally; Whereas children face higher rates of poverty than adults, with consequences for their healthy development and our society as a whole; Whereas children have the right to grow up in safe, healthy, and nurturing environments that support their well-being and development; Whereas ensuring the well-being of all children is a responsibility shared by families, communities, governments, and individuals; Whereas children and youth should be empowered to become active participants in shaping their own hopes, dreams, and well-being, through civic engagement, leadership, and advocacy; and Whereas Children’s Week provides an opportunity to bring together public and private organizations, businesses, and individuals to collaborate on initiatives to improve children’s well-being and support their futures: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the designation of Children’s Week in the United States, to be observed with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs to raise awareness of the importance of children’s well-being and the issues they face; and (2) requests that the President issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe Children’s Week with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs, and encourages public and private organizations, businesses, and individuals to collaborate on initiatives to improve children’s well-being and support their futures.