Bill > HRes218

This resolution recognizes and honors teachers who have earned or maintained National Board Certification (NBC), a rigorous professional credential developed by teachers to demonstrate excellence in teaching. The resolution highlights several key points about NBC teachers, including their positive impact on student learning, particularly for low-income students, with research showing that access to just one Board-certified mathematics teacher can increase a student's lifetime earnings by $48,000. The resolution emphasizes the critical role these teachers play in addressing learning loss from the COVID-19 pandemic, accelerating student learning by 1-2 months per school year, and notes that NBC teachers often serve in leadership roles and are more likely to stay in the profession. The document points out that 29 states provide salary incentives for these teachers, with 13 states prioritizing incentives in high-needs schools, and 47 percent of NBC teachers serve in Title I schools. As of March 2025, 141,464 teachers have achieved National Board Certification, with 4,355 earning their certification for the first time in 2024. The resolution ultimately honors these teachers, recognizes their contributions to education, and encourages continued support and growth of the National Board Certification program.

Education

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/218/all-info