This month marked a significant advocacy milestone for Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS). Congress officially recognized BBBS’ 120th Anniversary and significant contributions to bringing mentorship to youth nationwide through a Congressional Resolution. Congressional Resolutions are not law, but an effective way for Congress to collectively express their support for a specific event, organization, or person.
Led by Senators Young (R-IN) and Hassan (D-NH), and Representatives Amodei (R-NV) and Scanlon (D-PA), the Senate and House introduced the BBBS 120th Anniversary Resolution, and together, they received large bipartisan support with 51 co-sponsors signing on.
On September 25th, the Senate unanimously passed the resolution just before Congress recessed for the election. This is a historic moment, as it’s the first time a Congressional act has been passed since BBBSA was incorporated over 60 years ago. Due to House rules changing on resolutions, the House resolution will be introduced but will not move forward to passage.
The BBBS 120th Anniversary Resolution:
- Commemorates the organization’s milestone anniversary
- Makes the case for the transformative power of mentorship
- Highlights the positive impact of BBBS’ programs on the youth we’ve served
- Thanks the dedicated network of volunteers, donors, and partners who have supported BBBS’ mission.
The BBBS 120th Congressional Resolution represents a tremendous accomplishment, paving the way for bigger advocacy efforts that will influence federal policies for the youth we serve.
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