Andrea Salinas (D-OR)
Expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "Mental Health Awareness Month".
A Democratic resolution with 4 Republican cosponsors · See all 47 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating May 2025 as "Mental Health Awareness Month." The text highlights a growing national mental health crisis involving increased rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide. It cites various statistics regarding the impact of stress, the pandemic, and social media on different demographics. The resolution emphasizes the need for better access to care, particularly for children, veterans, and specific communities. It aims to declare mental health a national priority to help remove the stigma associated with mental illness. Finally, it calls for increased funding and resources to support those affected.
Yes· 3 of 19
- Scored +6
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution prioritizes resources for children and the prevention of mental health disorders in youth.
- Scored +5
Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?
The resolution highlights the specific mental health struggles and care gaps faced by LGBTQ+ youth.
- Scored +5
Would students be better off under this?
The resolution advocates for increased resources in schools to support student mental health.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Reducing Stigma: The resolution seeks to remove the stigma associated with mental illness and place emphasis on scientific findings regarding recovery (Section 1).
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Increased Mental Health Priority: It declares mental health a national priority (Section s 2).
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Expanded Services: The resolution supports the expansion of funding for mental health services (Section 3).
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Validation of Well-being: It recognizes that mental well-being is as important as physical well-being for citizens, schools, and the economy (Section 4).
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Community Support: It applauds the cooperation of national, State, local, medical, and faith-based organizations to provide information and support to families (Section 5).
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Improved Quality of Life: The resolution encourages the use of this month to ensure access to appropriate coverage and services to support the quality of life for those living with mental illness (Section 6).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly listed in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would children be better off under this? — The resolution prioritizes resources for children and the prevention of mental health disorders in youth. Would LGBTQ people be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the specific mental health struggles and care gaps faced by LGBTQ+ youth. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution advocates for increased resources in schools to support student mental health. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The resolution acknowledges disparities in mental health care access for Black adults. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — The resolution addresses disparities in mental health care access for Asian adults. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The resolution addresses disparities in mental health care access for Hispanic adults. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The resolution addresses disparities in mental health care access for Native American adults. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The resolution addresses high stress and mental health needs among young adults. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — Improving mental health access directly supports individuals living with mental health disabilities. Would women be better off under this? — The resolution notes increased pediatric emergency visits associated with mental health, particularly in girls.
- Healthcare
- Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The resolution supports the expansion of funding and resources for mental health services. Does this help veterans get medical care? — The resolution emphasizes the need for additional funding and resources to support veterans with mental health needs. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution promotes ensuring access to appropriate coverage and services for mental health. Does this put more money into medical research? — The text implies a need for better understanding of mental health impacts, such as those from social media.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people? — The resolution highlights the disproportionate mental health challenges faced by LGBTQ+ youth. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The text addresses disparities in access to mental health treatment for communities of color.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into public schools? — The resolution calls for more resources dedicated in schools for mental health prevention and treatment. Does this put more money into scientific research? — The resolution highlights the importance of emphasizing scientific findings regarding mental health recovery.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The resolution calls for additional funding and resources to support veterans with mental health needs.
- 6/20/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/4/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/29/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 5/23/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/21/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 42 Cosponsors added.
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