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A resolution supporting the designation of May 4 through May 10, 2025, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week".

USA119th CongressSRES-251| Senate 
| Updated: 5/22/2025
Jon Husted

Jon Husted

Republican Senator

Ohio

Cosponsors (1)
John Fetterman (Democratic)
  • Introduced
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  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution advocates for the designation of May 4 through May 10, 2025 , as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week." The primary goal is to significantly raise public awareness regarding the prevalent mental health conditions affecting children and the critical need for early detection, effective treatment, timely intervention, and robust prevention strategies. It recognizes the vital link between children's mental well-being and factors such as outdoor recreation, healthy diet, regular socialization, and adequate sleep. The resolution strongly urges that youth mental health be categorized as a national priority , calling for its continued promotion within schools and communities nationwide. Furthermore, the resolution applauds the collaborative efforts of local, State, and Federal organizations in supporting youth mental health initiatives. It actively advocates for individuals, families, and communities to participate in activities during this awareness week, aiming to reduce stigma and facilitate greater access to essential mental health services and resources for children across the United States.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-607
A resolution supporting the designation of the week of May 1, 2022, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" and May 5, 2022, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-193
A resolution supporting the designation of the week of May 2, 2021, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" and the day of May 9, 2021, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-235
A resolution supporting the designation of the week of May 7, 2023, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" and May 11, 2023, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Day".
May 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)
May 22, 2025
Introduced in Senate
May 22, 2025
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-607
    A resolution supporting the designation of the week of May 1, 2022, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" and May 5, 2022, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-193
    A resolution supporting the designation of the week of May 2, 2021, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" and the day of May 9, 2021, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-235
    A resolution supporting the designation of the week of May 7, 2023, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" and May 11, 2023, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Day".


  • May 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)


  • May 22, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • May 22, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

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Child care and developmentCommemorative events and holidaysMental health

A resolution supporting the designation of May 4 through May 10, 2025, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week".

USA119th CongressSRES-251| Senate 
| Updated: 5/22/2025
This resolution advocates for the designation of May 4 through May 10, 2025 , as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week." The primary goal is to significantly raise public awareness regarding the prevalent mental health conditions affecting children and the critical need for early detection, effective treatment, timely intervention, and robust prevention strategies. It recognizes the vital link between children's mental well-being and factors such as outdoor recreation, healthy diet, regular socialization, and adequate sleep. The resolution strongly urges that youth mental health be categorized as a national priority , calling for its continued promotion within schools and communities nationwide. Furthermore, the resolution applauds the collaborative efforts of local, State, and Federal organizations in supporting youth mental health initiatives. It actively advocates for individuals, families, and communities to participate in activities during this awareness week, aiming to reduce stigma and facilitate greater access to essential mental health services and resources for children across the United States.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-607
A resolution supporting the designation of the week of May 1, 2022, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" and May 5, 2022, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-193
A resolution supporting the designation of the week of May 2, 2021, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" and the day of May 9, 2021, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-235
A resolution supporting the designation of the week of May 7, 2023, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" and May 11, 2023, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Day".
May 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)
May 22, 2025
Introduced in Senate
May 22, 2025
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-607
    A resolution supporting the designation of the week of May 1, 2022, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" and May 5, 2022, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-193
    A resolution supporting the designation of the week of May 2, 2021, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" and the day of May 9, 2021, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-235
    A resolution supporting the designation of the week of May 7, 2023, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" and May 11, 2023, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Day".


  • May 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)


  • May 22, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • May 22, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Jon Husted

Jon Husted

Republican Senator

Ohio

Cosponsors (1)
John Fetterman (Democratic)

Health

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Child care and developmentCommemorative events and holidaysMental health