Search Results: keywords:"stigma reduction"

  • S. RES. 769 — Recognizing the importance of mental health for youth in the United States, and expressing the pressing need for awareness and support for mental health care for children and adolescents.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:528

    The resolution, S. RES. 769, acknowledges the growing mental health challenges faced by young people in the United States, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. It calls for increased awareness and support for mental health care among children and adolescents. The resolution encourages...

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    The bill is like a big reminder for everyone in the country to help kids feel better when they're feeling sad or worried, especially because of the tough times during COVID-19. It says that schools, the government, and local groups should work together to make sure kids get the help they need to feel happy and healthy.

  • S. RES. 859 — Supporting the designation of September 2024 as National Recovery Month.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:200

    The resolution, S. RES. 859, introduced in the Senate, supports designating September 2024 as "National Recovery Month" to promote awareness and education about substance use disorder. It highlights the decrease in fatal drug overdoses in 2023, emphasizing the importance of reducing stigma...

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    In September 2024, the Senate wants everyone to learn about helping people who are recovering from using drugs, so they are calling it "National Recovery Month." It's like when we have special months to celebrate things, but this one is to support people who are getting better from addiction and to show how friends and family can help them.

  • H. RES. 1419 — Supporting the goals of Overdose Awareness Day and strengthening efforts to combat the opioid crisis in the United States.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:271

    H. RES. 1419 expresses support for Overdose Awareness Day and efforts to fight the opioid crisis in the United States. It acknowledges the significant impact drug overdoses and substance use disorders have had nationwide and highlights that more than 932,000 people have died...

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    H. RES. 1419 is like a big group hug for people trying to help others who are using too many bad medicines. It says we should all work together to show we care, stop saying mean things about people with this problem, and find ways to help them feel better.

  • S. 4799 — To amend the Federal Reserve Act to mandate discount window testing, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:1,733

    S. 4799, known as the "Discount Window Enhancement Act of 2024," proposes amendments to the Federal Reserve Act to require depository institutions in the United States to demonstrate their ability to access the discount window. The bill sets specific testing requirements based on the size of...

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    The "Discount Window Enhancement Act of 2024" wants banks to practice using a special money window at the Federal Reserve, like a safety test, to make sure they can get money if needed. This bill sets rules for how often banks must practice based on their size and asks for some tech upgrades to make it all work smoothly.

  • H. RES. 1251 — Honoring Rosalynn Smith Carter’s legacy in mental health advocacy.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:224

    H. RES. 1251 is a resolution recognizing and honoring the legacy of Rosalynn Smith Carter for her impactful advocacy in mental health. The resolution recounts her lifelong dedication to raising awareness and reducing stigma around mental health and substance use disorders. It acknowledges her...

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    Rosalynn Smith Carter worked hard to help people talk about mental health without feeling bad about it, and this resolution says "thank you" for her efforts and reminds people to keep being kind and helpful to those with mental health challenges.

  • S. RES. 710 — 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.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:336

    S. RES. 710 is a resolution in the U.S. Senate that supports designating May 29, 2024, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day." The resolution aims to raise awareness about mental health issues in the agricultural sector and decrease the stigma associated with mental...

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    S. RES. 710 is a suggestion from some very important people in the U.S. Senate to make May 29, 2024, a special day called "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day," where everyone learns about how farmers can feel sad or worried sometimes, and helps them feel better and less alone.

  • H. RES. 1310 — Expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2024 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month and June 27, 2024, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:445

    The bill titled H. RES. 1310 from the 118th Congress supports designating June 2024 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2024, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day." It emphasizes the importance of raising public awareness about...

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    In June 2024, everybody is encouraged to learn about and talk more about a serious feeling called post-traumatic stress, which some people get after really scary or dangerous experiences. This will help people understand it better and support those who need help, especially veterans and their families.