Bill · H.Res. 1579· House(119-HRES-1579)
Expressing support for the recognition of September 2026, as "National Children's Emotional Wellness Month" and for increased public awareness regarding children's emotional health and wellness.
- Introduced
- 9/24/2026
- Last activity
- 9/24/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Young Kim
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- 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 expresses support for recognizing September 2026 as National Children's Emotional Wellness Month. It highlights that children face emotional challenges from trauma, bullying, and academic pressures, and notes that early support can prevent long-term suffering. The text recognizes the role of families, educators, and organizations like the Extraordinary Lives Foundation in supporting children's mental health. Finally, the resolution encourages individuals, schools, communities, and government agencies to observe the month through educational programs, workshops, and public campaigns.
Yes· 3 of 4
Would children be better off under this?+4
The resolution encourages educational programming and public campaigns focused on improving emotional literacy and resilience for children.
Would students be better off under this?+3
The resolution promotes school-based emotional wellness initiatives to help students manage academic pressures and emotional challenges.
Does this make mental health care easier to get?+3
The resolution encourages public awareness, educational programming, and school-based initiatives supporting children's emotional health and wellness.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Encouraging Education and Resilience: Under the resolved section, paragraph (2), the House of Representatives encourages all individuals, communities, schools, organizations, and government agencies to observe the month through educational programming, workshops, school-based initiatives, and public campaigns. This is a positive step because it promotes emotional literacy and resilience for children.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: There are no specific sections or provisions within the bill that identify negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+4Good For Students+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Mental Health Access+3Improves Healthcare Access+2
- 9/24/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
J. CorreaDemocrat · California