Expressing support for the designation of the week of November 10 through November 16, 2025, as National Caregiving Youth Week to raise awareness and encourage national recognition of children and adolescents under 18 years of age who serve as a primary or secondary caregiver for family or household members.
Summary
This concurrent resolution expresses support for designating November 10-16, 2025, as "National Caregiving Youth Week." It aims to raise awareness and encourage national recognition of children and adolescents under 18 who serve as primary or secondary caregivers for family or household members. The resolution acknowledges the challenges faced by these young caregivers and advocates for increased support and research.
Expected Effects
If passed, the resolution would increase awareness of caregiving youth and encourage various stakeholders to address their needs. It could lead to better support systems and resources for these young individuals. However, as a concurrent resolution, it does not have the force of law and relies on voluntary action.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of the challenges faced by caregiving youth.
- Encouragement for educators, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to address the needs of this population.
- Potential for improved access to resources and services for caregiving youth.
- Promotion of research on caregiving youth to better understand their needs and develop effective support programs.
- Inclusion of caregiving youth in statewide family caregiver task forces.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself does not allocate funding or create mandatory programs, so its impact depends on voluntary action.
- Without concrete measures, the recognition may not translate into tangible benefits for caregiving youth.
- The resolution does not address the root causes of why children are placed in caregiving roles, such as lack of affordable healthcare or family support systems.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the Constitution's broad intent to "promote the general Welfare" as stated in the Preamble. While it doesn't directly invoke specific constitutional clauses, it supports a vulnerable population, which aligns with the spirit of ensuring well-being. The resolution does not infringe upon any specific rights or powers outlined in the Constitution.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).