US HR214 | 2011-2012 | 112th Congress
Status
Spectrum: Strong Partisan Bill (Democrat 46-4-1)
Status: Introduced on April 8 2011 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2011-04-11 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Pending: House Subcommittee on Health Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on April 8 2011 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2011-04-11 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Pending: House Subcommittee on Health Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Summary
Expresses support for: (1) the designation of Mental Health Month; and (2) the finding of the President's Commission on Mental Health that recovery from mental illness is a real possibility and steps can be taken to improve the lives of those living with mental illnesses, which will benefit American families, communities, schools, and workplaces.Recognizes that mental well-being is as important as physical well-being for citizens, communities, businesses, and the economy.Applauds the coalescing of national and community organizations in working to promote public awareness of mental health and in providing critical information and support to the people and families affected by mental illness.Encourages organizations and health practitioners to use Mental Health Month as an opportunity to promote mental well-being and awareness, ensure access to appropriate services, and support overall quality of life for those living with mental illness.
Title
Expressing support for designation of May 2011 as Mental Health Month.
Sponsors
History
Date | Chamber | Action |
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2011-04-11 | House | Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. |
2011-04-08 | House | Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. |
Same As/Similar To
HR640 (Related) 2012-04-27 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Subjects
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health
Health information and medical records
Health personnel
Health promotion and preventive care
Mental health
Congressional tributes
Health
Health information and medical records
Health personnel
Health promotion and preventive care
Mental health
US Congress State Sources
Type | Source |
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Summary | https://www.congress.gov/bill/112th-congress/house-resolution/214/all-info |
Text | https://www.congress.gov/112/bills/hres214/BILLS-112hres214ih.pdf |