Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the goal of education in schools across America shall be that virtually every student in the United States achieves grade-level reading proficiency, providing them with the foundation to develop the skills and knowledge needed for success in school, work, and life.

H. Res. 163 is a non-binding House resolution that expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the overarching goal of education in U.S. schools should be for virtually every student to achieve grade-level reading proficiency. The resolution frames reading ability as foundational to success in school, work, and life, notes literacy as a critical societal issue, and highlights the link between reading proficiency and positive outcomes (education, employment, reduced likelihood of incarceration, and even military eligibility for some students). It emphasizes a structured literacy approach and calls for targeted supports, including 1-on-1 tutoring, and public-private collaboration to address illiteracy for both students and adults. As a resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but signals policy priorities and encourages actions by states, localities, and private partners. The bill was introduced on February 25, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce; it lists Rep. Huizenga as sponsored with several co-sponsors. Key provisions the resolution urges include implementing 1-on-1 tutoring for students with a literacy gap of one year or more (five days a week until grade level is reached), promoting collaboration with private literacy organizations to identify effective solutions for K-12 illiteracy, and creating adult literacy initiatives for individuals reading below an eighth-grade level.