H.Res. 1149 is a congressional resolution supporting Social Work Month and World Social Work Day on March 17, 2026. The resolution recognizes the contributions of approximately 728,000 social workers currently employed in the United States and acknowledges their essential roles in addressing mental health, substance abuse, poverty, homelessness, and other critical social issues across diverse settings including hospitals, schools, disaster relief agencies, and veterans' services. The resolution emphasizes that social workers have historically been leaders in promoting social justice, voting rights, and workplace safety, and notes that the profession is among the fastest-growing in America with an expected 800,000 workers by 2033, though current demand still exceeds supply due to the growing mental health crisis. The House of Representatives formally supports the goals and ideals of this observance, expresses gratitude for social workers' contributions, and encourages public awareness activities and ceremonies to highlight the integral role social workers play in strengthening communities. This is a symbolic resolution with no funding or specific legislative requirements—it serves to recognize and honor the profession rather than enact policy changes.
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