Bill · S.Res. 251· Senate(119-SRES-251)
A resolution supporting the designation of May 4 through May 10, 2025, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week".
- Introduced
- 5/22/2025
- Last activity
- 5/22/2025 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3141; text: CR S3123)
- Sponsored by
- Jon Husted
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution supports designating May 4 through May 10, 2025, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week." It aims to raise awareness regarding the mental health conditions children face in the United States. The resolution highlights the importance of early detection, treatment, intervention, and prevention strategies. It also recognizes the connection between mental health and factors like outdoor recreation, diet, socialization, and sleep. Furthermore, it urges that youth mental health be viewed as a national priority.
Yes· 3 of 6
Would children be better off under this?+7
The resolution focuses on raising awareness and improving care for children's mental health.
Would students be better off under this?+5
The resolution advocates for mental health promotion specifically within schools.
Does this make mental health care easier to get?+5
The resolution advocates for increased awareness and improved access to mental health care for children.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Awareness and Action: The designation of "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" is intended to raise awareness of mental health conditions facing children and the importance of detection, treatment, intervention, and prevention strategies. (Section 1)
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Promotion of Healthy Habits: The resolution recognizes that children's mental health is related to outdoor recreation, a healthy diet, regular socialization with peers, and adequate sleep. (Section 2)
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Community and School Support: There is a call for the continued promotion of mental health within schools and communities. (Section 3)
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Increased Access to Services: The resolution advocates for activities that help reduce stigma and facilitate access to essential services and resources. (Section 5)
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Improved Access to Care: The resolution urges continued efforts to make it easier for children in the United States to access mental health care. (Section 6)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly mentioned in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+7Good For Students+5Good For People With Disabilities+3Good For Young Adults+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Mental Health Access+5Improves Healthcare Access+3
- 5/22/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3141; text: CR S3123)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
John FettermanDemocrat · Pennsylvania