Supporting the designation of September 30, 2025, as Impact Aid Recognition Day to recognize and celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the Impact Aid program.
Summary
This House Resolution supports designating September 30, 2025, as "Impact Aid Recognition Day" to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Impact Aid program. The Impact Aid program reimburses local educational agencies for revenue loss due to tax-exempt federal properties within their boundaries.
The resolution acknowledges the program's significance in supporting education for federally connected children, including those of military personnel, Native American lands, and low-income housing residents. It highlights the program's long history and bipartisan support.
The resolution does not authorize any new spending or change existing laws but rather expresses the House's support for recognizing the program's importance.
Expected Effects
If passed, the resolution would formally recognize the Impact Aid program's 75th anniversary. This could raise awareness of the program and its importance in supporting local educational agencies with federally connected students. However, it does not create any new legal obligations or funding.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of the Impact Aid program and its role in supporting education.
- Recognition of the importance of federal support for local educational agencies serving federally connected children.
- Potential for strengthening bipartisan support for the program in the future.
- Symbolic gesture of appreciation for the program's long-standing contribution to education.
- Highlights the needs of students in federally impacted school districts.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself has no direct financial impact or legal consequence.
- It does not address any potential shortcomings or needed improvements in the Impact Aid program.
- It is primarily a symbolic gesture and may not lead to any tangible benefits for schools or students.
- The resolution could be seen as a missed opportunity to advocate for increased funding or policy changes to the program.
- There are no direct disadvantages.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it supports a program aimed at improving education. While education is not explicitly mentioned in the Constitution, the federal government's role in supporting education has been established through legislation and court precedent. The resolution itself does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
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