A resolution supporting the designation of May 3 through May 9, 2026, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week".
Children's Mental Health Awareness Week
This resolution is currently being reviewed by the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. It is in the early stages of the legislative process and has no upcoming votes scheduled at this time. The bill is considered active as it waits for further consideration by the committee.
Legislative Progress
This is a non-controversial resolution with support from both parties that simply names an awareness week and does not require new spending.
Key Points
- This resolution names May 3 through May 9, 2026, as a special week to focus on the mental health of children and teenagers. It aims to help people understand the struggles young people face and why getting help early is so important.
- The plan encourages families and schools to talk more about mental health to stop the shame that often keeps kids from asking for help. It points out that many adults with mental health issues first showed signs when they were young.
- The resolution also highlights how simple things like playing outside, eating healthy food, spending time with friends, and getting enough sleep can help kids feel better. It calls for making youth mental health a top priority for the whole country.
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Milestones
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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Submitted in Senate
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
A resolution supporting the designation of May 3 through May 9, 2026, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week".
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