Bill Text: MI HR0249 | 2017-2018 | 99th Legislature | Enrolled
Bill Title: A resolution to declare February 2018 as School-Based Health Center Month in the state of Michigan.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2018-02-08 - Adopted [HR0249 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2017-HR0249-Enrolled.html
Substitute for House Resolution No. 249.
A resolution to declare February 2018 as School-Based Health Center Month in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, Michigan's school-based and school-linked health centers have been delivering comprehensive primary health care and prevention services for over 20 years; and
Whereas, There are over 120 school-based and school-linked health centers and programs in the state of Michigan delivering a range of primary, preventive, and early intervention services to children and youth of all grade levels in urban, rural, and suburban schools across the state; and
Whereas, Children and youth served by school-based and school-linked health centers show improved rates of school attendance, enhanced scores on standardized tests, less absenteeism due to illness, and increased immunization rates, while having their wellness and health care needs addressed; and
Whereas, School-Based Health Center Awareness Month is a time to acknowledge the commitment and passion that school-based health center staff show for all Michigan children and youth. School-based health centers provide a critical role in improving the health and well-being of all Michigan children; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare February 2018 as School-Based Health Center Month in the state of Michigan.
