Bill > SRes538

This resolution designates November 2025 as "National Homeless Children and Youth Awareness Month" and addresses the critical issue of child and youth homelessness in the United States. The resolution highlights several alarming statistics, including that nearly 1.4 million school-enrolled children were homeless in the 2022-2023 school year, with an estimated 1.2 million children under 6 and 4.2 million youth experiencing homelessness annually. The document emphasizes the significant challenges faced by homeless children and youth, such as higher rates of chronic absenteeism, increased suicide risk, lower graduation rates, and potential involvement in foster care or juvenile justice systems. The resolution supports the efforts of businesses, governments, organizations, educators, and volunteers working to raise awareness about child and youth homelessness, understand its complex causes (including poverty, lack of affordable housing, and mental health issues), and develop effective prevention and support programs. By officially recognizing National Homeless Children and Youth Awareness Month, the resolution aims to encourage continued attention and action to address this urgent social issue and provide support for vulnerable children and youth.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/538/all-info