Summary of HRES 786 - Impact Aid Recognition Day

Bill Overview

• Bill Number: HRES 786
• Title: Supporting the designation of September 30, 2025, as "Impact Aid Recognition Day"
• Status: Submitted in House
• Introduced: October 03, 2025
• Classification: Resolution

Purpose and Intent

HRES 786 aims to recognize and celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Impact Aid program, which was established to support school districts that are financially impacted by the presence of federal properties. The resolution emphasizes the importance of this program in ensuring that children in federally impacted areas receive a high-quality education.

Key Provisions

The resolution includes the following main provisions:

1. Support for Impact Aid Recognition Day:

   • The House of Representatives expresses its support for designating September 30, 2025, as "Impact Aid Recognition Day."

2. Recognition of the Impact Aid Program:

   • Acknowledges the significance of the Impact Aid program, which is governed by Title VII of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7701 et seq.).
   • Highlights the program's objective to ensure that all children in federally impacted school districts have access to quality education and opportunities to reach their full potential.

Affected Parties

The resolution primarily impacts:
- Students and Families: Children attending schools in federally impacted districts who benefit from the resources provided by the Impact Aid program.
- Educators and School Districts: Schools that rely on federal funding to support educational programs and services for their students.

Legislative Actions

• October 03, 2025: The bill was referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce and submitted in the House for consideration.

Sponsors

The resolution has a diverse group of sponsors, including:
- Primary Sponsor: Dan Newhouse
- Cosponsors:
- Ed Case
- Mike Thompson
- Scott H. Peters
- Earl L. "Buddy" Carter
- Josh Gottheimer
- Danny K. Davis
- Bill Foster
- Mike Levin
- Joe Courtney
- Michael K. Simpson
- Jared Huffman
- Joaquin Castro
- Don Bacon
- Roger Williams
- Marilyn Strickland
- Mike Bost
- Elise M. Stefanik

Conclusion

HRES 786 serves as a formal recognition of the Impact Aid program's contributions over the past 75 years. By designating September 30, 2025, as "Impact Aid Recognition Day," the resolution seeks to raise awareness about the importance of federal support for education in impacted communities, ultimately aiming to enhance educational opportunities for all students in these areas.