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A resolution 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.

USA119th CongressSRES-727| Senate 
| Updated: 6/1/2026
Deb Fischer

Deb Fischer

Republican Senator

Nebraska

Cosponsors (23)
Angela D. Alsobrooks (Democratic)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Roger Marshall (Republican)Adam B. Schiff (Democratic)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Thomas Tillis (Republican)Cindy Hyde-Smith (Republican)Richard J. Durbin (Democratic)Lisa Blunt Rochester (Democratic)Jerry Moran (Republican)Christopher A. Coons (Democratic)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)John W. Hickenlooper (Democratic)John Boozman (Republican)Jacky Rosen (Democratic)Mike Rounds (Republican)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)Tina Smith (Democratic)David McCormick (Republican)Pete Ricketts (Republican)Steve Daines (Republican)John Hoeven (Republican)Mike Crapo (Republican)

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution designates May 29, 2026, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day" to significantly raise awareness about mental health issues within the agricultural industry. The primary goal is to reduce the persistent stigma associated with mental illness among agricultural producers and workers, recognizing their vital role in providing food, fuel, and fiber. The resolution highlights the unique challenges faced by this workforce, such as weather unpredictability, labor intensity, and fluctuating market prices, which contribute to higher rates of suicide compared to the general population. It also emphasizes the importance of resources like the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network in connecting individuals to support programs. All are encouraged to observe this day to promote mental well-being for current and future agricultural professionals.

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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-710
A resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2024, 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.
May 13, 2026
Submitted in Senate
May 13, 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
May 13, 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2281-2282)
May 19, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-1301
Submitted in House
Jun 1, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 1, 2026
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 1, 2026
Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 1, 2026
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2480)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-710
    A resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2024, 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.


  • May 13, 2026
    Submitted in Senate


  • May 13, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.


  • May 13, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2281-2282)


  • May 19, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-1301
    Submitted in House


  • June 1, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • June 1, 2026
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • June 1, 2026
    Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.


  • June 1, 2026
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2480)

Agriculture and Food

Related Bills

  • SRES 119-143: A resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2025, 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.
  • HRES 119-1301: 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.

A resolution 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.

USA119th CongressSRES-727| Senate 
| Updated: 6/1/2026
This resolution designates May 29, 2026, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day" to significantly raise awareness about mental health issues within the agricultural industry. The primary goal is to reduce the persistent stigma associated with mental illness among agricultural producers and workers, recognizing their vital role in providing food, fuel, and fiber. The resolution highlights the unique challenges faced by this workforce, such as weather unpredictability, labor intensity, and fluctuating market prices, which contribute to higher rates of suicide compared to the general population. It also emphasizes the importance of resources like the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network in connecting individuals to support programs. All are encouraged to observe this day to promote mental well-being for current and future agricultural professionals.

Bill Text Versions

View Text
2 versions available

Suggested Questions

Get AI-generated questions to help you understand this bill better

Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-710
A resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2024, 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.
May 13, 2026
Submitted in Senate
May 13, 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
May 13, 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2281-2282)
May 19, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-1301
Submitted in House
Jun 1, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 1, 2026
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 1, 2026
Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 1, 2026
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2480)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-710
    A resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2024, 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.


  • May 13, 2026
    Submitted in Senate


  • May 13, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.


  • May 13, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2281-2282)


  • May 19, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-1301
    Submitted in House


  • June 1, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • June 1, 2026
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • June 1, 2026
    Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.


  • June 1, 2026
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2480)
Deb Fischer

Deb Fischer

Republican Senator

Nebraska

Cosponsors (23)
Angela D. Alsobrooks (Democratic)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Roger Marshall (Republican)Adam B. Schiff (Democratic)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Thomas Tillis (Republican)Cindy Hyde-Smith (Republican)Richard J. Durbin (Democratic)Lisa Blunt Rochester (Democratic)Jerry Moran (Republican)Christopher A. Coons (Democratic)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)John W. Hickenlooper (Democratic)John Boozman (Republican)Jacky Rosen (Democratic)Mike Rounds (Republican)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)Tina Smith (Democratic)David McCormick (Republican)Pete Ricketts (Republican)Steve Daines (Republican)John Hoeven (Republican)Mike Crapo (Republican)

Judiciary Committee

Agriculture and Food

Related Bills

  • SRES 119-143: A resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2025, 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.
  • HRES 119-1301: 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.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted