Congress·In Committee·S.Res. 208

A resolution supporting the designation of May 10, 2025, as "National Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Mental Health Day".

National Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Mental Health Day

May 8, 2025·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

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This resolution is currently being reviewed by the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. It was recently introduced and is waiting for the committee to decide on its next steps. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.

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This is a symbolic resolution that does not change laws or provide funding, so it often does not get a formal vote or move past the committee stage.

Key Points

This resolution asks the Senate to officially recognize May 10, 2025, as a day focused on mental health for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. It aims to highlight the unique challenges these groups face when seeking help for their well-being.
The resolution points out that many people in these communities do not get the mental health treatment they need. It specifically mentions that suicide is the leading cause of death for youth in these groups between the ages of 10 and 24.
The goal is to reduce the stigma around mental health and address barriers like language gaps. It encourages the government to create better policies that help people find and use mental health services that respect their cultural backgrounds.

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May 8, 2025Senate

Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2841-2842)

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May 8, 2025

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

A resolution supporting the designation of May 10, 2025, as "National Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Mental Health Day".

Bill NumberSRES 208

Congress119th Congress

ChamberSenate

Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2841-2842)

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