Bill > HRes163

This resolution recognizes the critical importance of reading proficiency in American schools, acknowledging that literacy is essential for individual and societal success. The resolution highlights the current literacy crisis, noting that over 50 percent of 8th-grade students are reading below proficiency levels, which can lead to long-term challenges such as reduced employment opportunities and higher incarceration rates. The House of Representatives affirms that the primary goal of education should be to ensure virtually every student achieves grade-level reading proficiency, which provides a foundation for success in school, work, and life. To address this issue, the resolution encourages the development of literacy programs that include one-on-one tutoring for students with significant reading gaps, recommends that state and local governments collaborate with private organizations to implement effective literacy solutions, and supports the creation of adult literacy initiatives to help individuals with low reading skills. The resolution emphasizes the transformative power of literacy and recognizes that the COVID-19 pandemic has further exacerbated learning challenges for students.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/163/all-info