The resolution highlights significant financial challenges faced by Americans, including widespread concern over the cost of living, insufficient emergency savings, and low financial literacy. It emphasizes that financial planning is a crucial collaborative process that enhances the economic well-being of individuals, families, and the nation by integrating personal and financial circumstances. Research indicates that those who engage in financial planning are more prepared for crises and live more comfortably than unadvised individuals. To address these issues, the House of Representatives supports designating October 2025 as "National Financial Planning Month" to increase public awareness of its benefits. The resolution urges people to observe this month through various programs and activities, including public seminars on budgeting and investing, financial education curricula in schools, and promoting access to financial planning services. It specifically encourages improving financial literacy for all ages and supporting pro bono financial planning initiatives for underserved communities.
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Submitted in House
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Submitted in House
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Finance and Financial Sector
Expressing support for the designation of October 2025 as "National Financial Planning Month".
USA119th CongressHRES-908| House
| Updated: 11/21/2025
The resolution highlights significant financial challenges faced by Americans, including widespread concern over the cost of living, insufficient emergency savings, and low financial literacy. It emphasizes that financial planning is a crucial collaborative process that enhances the economic well-being of individuals, families, and the nation by integrating personal and financial circumstances. Research indicates that those who engage in financial planning are more prepared for crises and live more comfortably than unadvised individuals. To address these issues, the House of Representatives supports designating October 2025 as "National Financial Planning Month" to increase public awareness of its benefits. The resolution urges people to observe this month through various programs and activities, including public seminars on budgeting and investing, financial education curricula in schools, and promoting access to financial planning services. It specifically encourages improving financial literacy for all ages and supporting pro bono financial planning initiatives for underserved communities.