Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that fatherhood is essential to the development of all children, and that the increased involvement of fathers in the home will lead to economic prosperity, educational excellence, and improved social mobility for children across all racial and ethnic groups.
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Last progress June 6, 2025 (6 months ago)
Introduced on June 6, 2025 by Burgess Owens
Sponsors (3)
House Votes
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
AI Summary
This resolution says the House believes fathers are vital to children’s growth. It states that when dads are more involved at home, children of all races and backgrounds do better in school, have more chances to move up in life, and families and communities are stronger and more prosperous .
It is a statement of support and values. It does not create new programs or change existing laws in the text provided. It urges attention to the role of fathers and the benefits of active fatherhood for kids and communities .
- Who is affected: Children, families, and communities across all racial and ethnic groups
- What changes: No direct legal changes; it expresses the House’s view that father involvement is essential and linked to better education, economic strength, and social mobility
- When: Applies as a statement of the House’s position from the time it is adopted