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S.Res. 845 · 119th Congress

A resolution designating September 2026 as "National Child Awareness Month" to promote awareness of charities that benefit children as well as youth-serving organizations throughout the United States and recognizing the efforts made by those charities and organizations on behalf of children and youth as critical contributions to the future of the United States.

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IntroducedAug 7, 2026
Passed SenateAug 7, 2026

Where it stands

Passed Senate. Latest step, Aug 7, 2026: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4553; text: CR S4569)

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  1. Aug 7, 2026Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4553; text: CR S4569)Senate
  2. Aug 7, 2026Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.Library of Congress

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Cosponsors

  • Margaret Wood Hassan D-NH