A resolution recognizing January 2026 as "National Mentoring Month".
Sponsor
Sheldon Whitehouse
Democrat · RI
Latest Action · Feb 5, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S516; text: CR S514-515)
Bill Progress
Senate Pushes National Mentoring Month 2026
Why it matters
Mentoring can shape young lives, especially as students recover from pandemic disruptions.
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What This Bill Does
Official Month Recognition
Declares January 2026 as National Mentoring Month.
Spotlight on Mentorship
Encourages public recognition and celebration of mentors.
Increase Volunteer Recruitment
Calls on communities to recruit new mentors for youth programs.
Raise Awareness
Urges organizations to educate the public about the benefits of mentoring.
Promote Collaborative Events
Encourages schools, nonprofits, and businesses to host events during the month.
Who Benefits
Young People
They gain increased access to positive role models and support.
Mentors
Receive public recognition and encouragement to continue their valuable work.
Schools and Youth Programs
Get extra attention and support for recruiting volunteers and expanding services.
Community Organizations
Benefit from increased engagement and potential collaboration across sectors.
Who's Affected
Students Facing Challenges
Improved access to guidance during a critical period for academic and personal growth.
Volunteers
More opportunities to participate in or start mentoring programs.
Nonprofit and Civic Leaders
Expected to organize activities and capitalize on the increased focus.
Policymakers
Receive encouragement to keep youth advocacy on their agenda.
Cosponsors (31)
Markwayne Mullin
Republican · OK
Richard Blumenthal
Democrat · CT
Lisa Blunt Rochester
Democrat · DE
Cory Booker
Democrat · NJ
Christopher Coons
Democrat · DE
Tammy Duckworth
Democrat · IL
Richard Durbin
Democrat · IL
Maggie Hassan
Democrat · NH
Timothy Kaine
Democrat · VA
Angus King
Independent · ME
Amy Klobuchar
Democrat · MN
Christopher Murphy
Democrat · CT
Recent Actions
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S516; text: CR S514-515)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S516; text: CR S514-515)
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