A resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2026, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day" to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and workforce and to continue to reduce stigma associated with mental illness.
Agriculture: Mental Health Awareness Day
This resolution is currently being reviewed by the Senate Committee on the Judiciary. It was recently submitted and is in the early stages of the legislative process. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
This is a non-controversial resolution with broad support from both parties that does not require any federal spending.
Key Points
- This resolution names May 29, 2026, as a special day to focus on the mental health of people working in farming and ranching. It aims to help people talk more openly about mental health and reduce the shame often felt when asking for help.
- The plan highlights the serious struggles faced by the millions of people who provide food and fuel for the country. Farmers are over three times more likely to die by suicide than the average person, and farmworkers also face higher risks than people in other jobs.
- The resolution points out that farming is a very stressful job because of things workers cannot control. This includes unpredictable weather, labor shortages, and changing prices for the goods they sell.
- It also reminds people about existing resources like the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network. This program helps connect agricultural workers with stress relief and mental health support services.
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Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2281-2282)
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
A resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2026, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day" to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and workforce and to continue to reduce stigma associated with mental illness.
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