Bill · H.Res. 1301· House(119-HRES-1301)

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.

Age: 66 years

Illinois

Introduced: 5/19/2026
Last activity: 5/19/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Sponsored by: Mike Bost
Cosponsors: - 9 - 13

Agriculture and Food

Introduced
In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution supports designating May 29, 2026, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day." The goal is to raise awareness regarding mental health within the agricultural industry and workforce. It also aims to continue reducing the stigma associated with mental illness. The resolution recognizes the importance of agricultural producers and the unique challenges they face. Finally, it highlights available resources for stress assistance.

Yes· 3 of 4

Would farmers be better off under this?+6
The resolution specifically aims to reduce suicide rates and mental health stigma among agricultural producers through awareness and resource connection.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+5
The resolution addresses high suicide rates and unique challenges faced by those in the agricultural industry.
Does this make mental health care easier to get?+5
The resolution promotes mental well-being and highlights the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network to connect workers to stress assistance programs.