US Federal 2023-2024 Regular Session

US Federal Senate Bill SR136

Caption

A resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers to the lives of the people of the United States.

Impact

The acknowledgment presented in SR136 serves to elevate the visibility of AmeriCorps programs and their role in enhancing community engagement, social welfare, and educational improvements. By recognizing these contributions, the resolution encourages greater participation in service and volunteerism among Americans. This aligns with broader state and national interests in fostering civic responsibility and harnessing community resources to address pressing social issues.

Summary

SR136 is a resolution that recognizes the significant contributions of AmeriCorps members, alumni, and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers to the lives of people in the United States. The resolution highlights AmeriCorps' impact in various areas, including improving the lives of vulnerable populations, protecting the environment, contributing to public safety, and addressing community needs through volunteerism. Each year, over 200,000 individuals participate in AmeriCorps service, leaving a formidable footprint on communities across the nation.

Contention

While SR136 primarily serves as a commendation for contributions to public service, it may evoke discussions around the adequacy of support for such programs by the federal government. Advocates of national service programs argue that enhanced funding and resources are necessary for the effective functioning of AmeriCorps, while opponents may question the allocation of federal funds towards volunteer programs amidst other pressing budgetary concerns. The positive reception of the resolution suggests a general bipartisan agreement on the value of such programs in enriching community life.

Companion Bills

US HR230

Same As Recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers to the lives of the people of the United States.

US HR193

Related Expressing support for the goals and ideals of "World Hearing Day".

US SR595

Related A resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in the lives of the people and communities of the United States.

Previously Filed As

US SR122

A resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in the lives of the people and communities of the United States.

US HR128

Designates May 9, 2025, as AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Volunteer Day and commends the AmeriCorps Seniors Southern University at Shreveport Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program for forty-five years of service

US HR172

Commends AmeriCorps Seniors Southern University at Shreveport Caddo/Bossier Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program on forty-six years of service to children and designates May 1, 2026, as AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Volunteer Day in Louisiana

US HR69

Designates May 9, 2025, as AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Volunteer Day and commends the AmeriCorps Seniors Southern University at Shreveport Caddo/Bossier/DeSoto Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program for forty-five years of service

US SR84

Designates May 9, 2025, as AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Volunteer Day and commends the AmeriCorps Southern University at Shreveport (SUSLA) Caddo/Bossier/DeSoto Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program for 45 years of service.

US SR68

Recognizes Friday, May 1, 2026, as AmeriCorps Seniors Southern University at Shreveport Foster Grandparent Volunteer Day.

US HR1066

To Recognize March 9-15, 2025, As Americorps Week.

US SR539

Recognizing Ashley Harris-Land for receiving an AmeriCorps Legacy of Service Award.

US HB1454

Income tax, state; subtraction for Segal AmeriCorps Education Award.

US HB7878

Segal AmeriCorps Educational Award Tax Relief Act of 2026

Similar Bills

US SR122

A resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in the lives of the people and communities of the United States.

AR HR1066

To Recognize March 9-15, 2025, As Americorps Week.

LA HR128

Designates May 9, 2025, as AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Volunteer Day and commends the AmeriCorps Seniors Southern University at Shreveport Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program for forty-five years of service

LA HR69

Designates May 9, 2025, as AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Volunteer Day and commends the AmeriCorps Seniors Southern University at Shreveport Caddo/Bossier/DeSoto Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program for forty-five years of service

LA SR84

Designates May 9, 2025, as AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Volunteer Day and commends the AmeriCorps Southern University at Shreveport (SUSLA) Caddo/Bossier/DeSoto Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program for 45 years of service.

LA HR172

Commends AmeriCorps Seniors Southern University at Shreveport Caddo/Bossier Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program on forty-six years of service to children and designates May 1, 2026, as AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Volunteer Day in Louisiana

TX SR539

Recognizing Ashley Harris-Land for receiving an AmeriCorps Legacy of Service Award.

VA HB1454

Income tax, state; subtraction for Segal AmeriCorps Education Award.