# What This Bill Does

This is a symbolic resolution that officially recognizes the week of November 1-5, 2021, as "National Family Service Learning Week." In practical terms, this means Congress is expressing its support for the idea of families working together on community service projects during that specific week.

This type of resolution doesn't create any new laws, requirements, or programs. It's essentially Congress saying "we think this is a good idea and we want to highlight it." The resolution encourages families to participate in volunteer work and service activities together in their communities during that designated week. It's similar to how the government recognizes other awareness weeks or months—like National Volunteer Week or Family Month—to draw public attention to something Congress believes is important.

Since this is just a symbolic gesture rather than legislation that changes rules or creates obligations, it won't directly affect your daily life or require you to do anything. However, if you're interested in family volunteering, the resolution highlights that Congress supports this kind of community engagement. Local organizations, schools, and community groups might use this official recognition to promote family service projects and volunteer opportunities during that week. It's a way for Congress to encourage Americans to think about the value of families working together to help their communities.

A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of November 1 through November 5, 2021, as "National Family Service Learning Week".

Cornyn, John

 <p>This resolution (1) expresses support for the designation of the week of November 1-November 5, 2021, as National Family Service Learning Week, (2) recognizes the importance of family service learning in cultivating civic engagement and community investment, and (3) encourages the public to support family service learning and community development programs. Family service learning is a multigenerational problem-solving approach that utilizes active participation to meet community needs and develop the skillsets of children and families.</p>