hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Designates 'National School Counseling Week' for February 2026.
Rep. Sanchez (D-CA) and co-sponsors.
Introduced in House, referred to committee.
This joint resolution seeks to formally recognize the contributions of school counselors by designating the week of February 2-6, 2026, as "National School Counseling Week." It was introduced by Representative Linda Sánchez, a Democrat from California, along with five co-sponsors. It's currently in the initial stage of the legislative process, awaiting review by a House committee.
Introduced Feb 2, 2026
This resolution has been introduced in the House of Representatives and sent to the Committee on Education and Workforce for review. For it to become law, it would need to pass in the House, then the Senate, and finally be signed by the President. Joint resolutions like this one are often used for ceremonial purposes.
If this resolution passes, communities across the country might host events and ceremonies during the first week of February 2026 to acknowledge the work of school counselors. This could lead to more public conversations about the support school counselors provide, potentially increasing appreciation for their role in helping students with academics, mental health, and career planning.
Supporters Say
Backers argue that recognizing school counselors is vital because they offer crucial academic, social-emotional, and career support to students, often despite high student-to-counselor ratios and budget challenges.
Critics Say
Generally, there is no significant opposition to resolutions that recognize and celebrate professions like school counseling, as they are largely symbolic.
Supporters highlight that counselors are key in helping students navigate everything from academic challenges and college readiness to mental health issues and family trauma. The bill points out that counselors are often under-resourced, with student ratios far exceeding recommended levels. Because this is a commemorative resolution, it typically receives broad support and does not generate controversy.