IN
Indiana Senate Bill SCR0029

Indiana 2022 Regular Session

Indiana Senate Bill SCR0029

Introduced
2/14/22  
Engrossed
2/15/22  
Enrolled
2/16/22  

Caption

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing Indiana Arts Education Day at the Statehouse.

Impact

This resolution aims to raise awareness about arts education, illustrating its vital role in enhancing student engagement and academic performance. The bill stresses that involvement in the arts positively influences students' likelihood to attend classes, avoid disciplinary actions, graduate successfully, and excel in subjects such as mathematics and communication. Consequently, the recognition of Arts Education Day is a step towards advocating for legislative support and resources aimed at integrating arts into the educational framework, which could resonate with future funding decisions related to arts programs in Indiana schools.

Summary

SCR0029, a concurrent resolution, recognizes Indiana Arts Education Day at the Statehouse to highlight the importance of arts education for students throughout Indiana. Scheduled to take place on February 14, 2022, this event aims to promote the message that all Indiana students deserve a comprehensive education embracing music and the arts. The resolution emphasizes the collective efforts of various organizations and leaders within the Indiana Arts Education Network, underscoring their commitment to providing equitable access to arts education for every student in the state.

Contention

Notably, SCR0029 aligns the Indiana Arts Education Day initiative with broader educational goals by advocating for the skills developed through arts participation, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity. These competencies are increasingly seen as essential for the evolving demands of the workforce. However, while the resolution promotes such aspirations, there may be underlying challenges related to funding and resource allocation for arts programs that could arise in future discussions as stakeholders examine the state's commitment to enhancing arts education.

Latest SCR0029 Activity

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

IN SR0015

Recognizing Indiana Arts Education Day at the Statehouse.

IN HCR0027

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IN SR0012

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IN SCR0035

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing the Indiana State Bar Association Leadership Development Academy.

IN SCR0004

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing the National FFA Organization and the Indiana FFA Association for exemplary work in the advancement of agricultural education in Indiana and across the country.

IN HCR0012

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing the Alzheimer's Association's Indiana State Advocacy Day.

IN SCR0021

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing the issue of veteran suicide in Indiana.

IN HR0033

Recognizing March 25, 2025, as Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Day at the Indiana Statehouse.

IN SCR0038

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing Teresa Exline for her 34 years of service to Indiana State University and congratulating her upon her retirement.

IN SCR0027

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing Teresa S. Lubbers, Commissioner of the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, for her long and distinguished career in public service.

Similar Bills

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