Bill > HJRes132

This resolution commemorates October 2025 as Head Start Awareness Month, recognizing the significant impact of the Head Start program since its launch by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1965. The resolution highlights that Head Start has served over 40 million children and their families across the United States over 60 years, providing comprehensive early childhood education and support services. The program currently serves nearly 750,000 children in all states and territories, focusing on holistic child development by offering health screenings, nutritious meals, developmental support, and parent engagement. The resolution emphasizes Head Start's long-term positive outcomes, including increased likelihood of high school and college completion for participants, as well as improved educational and economic opportunities for parents. Notably, the program has received bipartisan support throughout its history and reflects a national commitment to providing educational opportunities for children regardless of their background or geographic location. By commemorating Head Start Awareness Month, Congress honors the program's enduring legacy of supporting children's healthy development, education, and overall well-being.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-joint-resolution/132/all-info