WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and Tim Scott (R-SC) introduced a resolution recognizing January 26 – February 1 as National School Choice Week. U.S. Representatives John Moolenaar (R-MI), Tim Walberg (R-MI), chairman of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, and Burgess Owens (R-UT) introduced this resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives.
“All families should be able to choose the school that best fits their child’s needs, regardless of zip code or income,” said Dr. Cassidy. “School choice empowers parents and ensures children have every opportunity to succeed.”
“During school choice week, we celebrate the transformative impact education freedom has on the lives of so many students and families. But school choice week also serves as a stark reminder that the magic of a quality education is still out of reach to countless children who desperately need it,” said Senator Scott. “Leaving our kids’ education and the future of America’s children to chance is simply not an option. Transforming our nation’s education system and ensuring every child has access to a quality education must be our call to action every single day.”
“Parents and students deserve to have the chance to pursue the best education available to them, one that provides the best environment for learning. School choice gives students the opportunity to achieve their highest potential with an education that fits their needs. Recent years have shown again how important it is for parents to have a role in their child’s education. I am grateful for the support of my colleagues as we introduce this resolution to recognize parents’ rights,” said Representative Moolenaar.
“This week and every week we celebrate empowering families by giving them the opportunity to choose what school will best suit their child’s unique needs. Thanks to school choice policies, students have a wide range of options and are not limited by their zip code. Our children are our future; it is our duty to ensure they have access to a high-quality education. I applaud Rep. Moolenaar for introducing this education freedom resolution,” said Chairman Walberg.
“Millions of kids in failing school districts can’t meet basic reading and writing standards, and our national test scores are plummeting. Our education system is failing America’s students, and school choice is how we turn it around. Parents should have the power to make the best decisions for their kids, and students should have access to an education that fits their needs, not one determined by their zip code. During School Choice Week, we continue the fight to ensure every family is empowered and every child has the opportunity to reach their God-given potential,” said Representative Owens.
The Senate resolution is cosponsored by U.S. Senators James Lankford (R-OK), Ted Cruz (R-TX), John Cornyn (R-TX), and Cynthia Lummis (R-WY).
The resolution is also cosponsored by U.S. Representatives Randy Weber (R-TX), Aaron Bean (R-FL), Dan Meuser (R-PA), Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), Vern Buchanan (R-FL), Dale Strong (R-AL), Darrell Issa (R-CA), Riley Moore (R-WV), Kat Cammack (R-FL), Jack Bergman (R-MI), Nancy Mace (R-SC), Julia Letlow (R-LA), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA), Rich McCormick (R-GA), Scott Fitzgerald (R-WI), Mike Kelly (R-PA), Joe Wilson (R-SC), Tim Moore (R-NC), Eric Burlison (R-MO), Neal Dunn (R-FL), Tom Barrett (R-MI), Mark Green (R-TN), Scott Franklin (R-FL), Dan Newhouse (R-WA), Buddy Carter (R-GA), and John James (R-MI).
The text of the resolution can be found here.
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Chair Cassidy, Scott, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Address Mental Health Crisis
In a united effort to tackle the growing mental health crisis in our country, Chair Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Ranking Member Tim Scott (R-SC) have introduced bipartisan legislation alongside their colleagues. The bill, titled the Mental Health Crisis Response Act, aims to improve access to mental health services, provide training for first responders, and increase funding for mental health research.
Chair Cassidy emphasized the importance of addressing mental health issues, stating, “Mental health is just as important as physical health, and we must ensure that individuals in crisis have the support and resources they need. This legislation will help bridge the gap in mental health care and improve outcomes for those struggling with mental illness.”
Ranking Member Scott echoed these sentiments, adding, “The mental health crisis is a pressing issue that affects individuals and families across the country. By coming together in a bipartisan manner, we can make meaningful progress in addressing this crisis and ensuring that all Americans have access to the care they need.”
The bill has garnered support from both sides of the aisle and is expected to be a top priority for Congress in the coming months. Stay tuned for updates on the Mental Health Crisis Response Act and how it will impact mental health care in our communities.
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