A resolution congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of charter schools across the United States for making ongoing contributions to education and supporting the ideals and goals of the 27th Annual National Charter Schools Week, to be held May 10 through May 16, 2026.
- Bill Number
- S.Res. 764
- Origin Chamber
- Senate
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Education
- Status
- Passed Senate
- Latest Action
- 2026-06-09: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2705; text: CR S2702)
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-23T21:51:24Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
The purpose of S. Res. 764 is to congratulate students, parents, teachers, and leaders of public charter schools across the United States for their contributions to education and to express support for the ideals and goals of the 27th Annual National Charter Schools Week, scheduled for May 10 through May 16, 2026.
Key Provisions
- Recognizes public charter schools as tuition-free public schools that enroll students via lottery when demand exceeds available seats.
- Highlights that high-performing charter schools promote innovation, excellence, and improved student achievement while being held accountable by designated authorizers for academic, financial, and operational performance.
- Notes that charter schools must meet the same student achievement requirements as traditional public schools under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965.
- Acknowledges the growth in charter school enrollment from 660,000 students in 2002 to approximately 3,700,000 in the 2021–2022 school year, serving about 8,000 schools in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico.
- References a 2023 Stanford University report indicating learning gains for low-income students in charter schools compared to traditional public schools.
- Resolves that the Senate congratulates charter school participants for contributions to public education and closing achievement gaps, supports the National Charter Schools Week celebration, and encourages related community programs and activities.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This resolution introduces no changes to existing law, as it is a non-binding Senate resolution without legislative force or amendments to statutes.
Potential Impacts
- May raise public awareness of charter schools' role in providing educational options and accountability.
- Encourages communities to organize events demonstrating support for charter schools.
- No direct effects on government agencies, citizens' legal rights, or international relations.
Main Stakeholders
- Students, parents, teachers, leaders, and staff of public charter schools.
- Families and communities in areas with high charter school enrollment (such as the 270 districts where over 10 percent of students attend charter schools).
- Charter school authorizers and policymakers responsible for oversight and accountability.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- The resolution emphasizes the balance of flexibility and autonomy granted to charter schools in exchange for meeting public accountability standards, including alignment with federal education requirements.
- It underscores the expansion of charter schools as a model for choice and innovation within the public education system without altering legal frameworks.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (12)
Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO], Sen. Tuberville, Tommy [R-AL], Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO], Sen. Johnson, Ron [R-WI], Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK], Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN], Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA], Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX], Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND], Sen. Moody, Ashley [R-FL], Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ], Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]
Recent Actions
- 2026-06-09: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2705; text: CR S2702)
- 2026-06-09: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Bill Versions
- Congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of charter schools across the United States for making ongoing contributions to education and supporting the ideals and goals of the 27th Annual National Charter Schools Week, to be held May 10 through May 16, 2026. — issued 2026-06-09 — PDF (5 pages)