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Supporting the designation of May 2026 as "Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month".

USA119th CongressHRES-1327| House 
| Updated: 5/29/2026
Veronica Escobar

Veronica Escobar

Democratic Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (1)
Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution advocates for the designation of May 2026 as "Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month" to highlight a serious and treatable mental health condition. Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) affects an estimated 1.6 to 3.9 percent of the general population, impacting millions of individuals and their families. It is characterized by chronic emotion dysregulation, challenging behaviors, and a high risk of suicide and co-occurring mental health conditions. Despite its prevalence and significant impact, BPD has historically suffered from insufficient public awareness, research, and funding, leading to significant stigma, delayed diagnosis, and barriers to effective care. The resolution emphasizes that individuals with BPD can achieve recovery and lead fulfilling lives with compassionate, evidence-based support. By increasing awareness, the resolution aims to reduce stigma, promote education, advance research, and improve access to timely and effective treatments for those living with the disorder.
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Timeline
May 29, 2026
Submitted in House
May 29, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • May 29, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • May 29, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Supporting the designation of May 2026 as "Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month".

USA119th CongressHRES-1327| House 
| Updated: 5/29/2026
This resolution advocates for the designation of May 2026 as "Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month" to highlight a serious and treatable mental health condition. Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) affects an estimated 1.6 to 3.9 percent of the general population, impacting millions of individuals and their families. It is characterized by chronic emotion dysregulation, challenging behaviors, and a high risk of suicide and co-occurring mental health conditions. Despite its prevalence and significant impact, BPD has historically suffered from insufficient public awareness, research, and funding, leading to significant stigma, delayed diagnosis, and barriers to effective care. The resolution emphasizes that individuals with BPD can achieve recovery and lead fulfilling lives with compassionate, evidence-based support. By increasing awareness, the resolution aims to reduce stigma, promote education, advance research, and improve access to timely and effective treatments for those living with the disorder.
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Timeline
May 29, 2026
Submitted in House
May 29, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • May 29, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • May 29, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Veronica Escobar

Veronica Escobar

Democratic Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (1)
Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted