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Prioritizing Mental Health: Combating Suicide and Overdose Epidemics.

This resolution advocates for treating mental health with the same importance as physical health to combat rising suicide and drug overdose rates. It aims to improve access to care, education, and support, potentially enhancing the quality of life for many and reducing family burdens.
Key points
Support for equal insurance coverage for mental and physical health, including full enforcement of existing laws.
Efforts to eliminate mental health stigma in the United States.
Increased resources and funding to combat suicide and drug overdose epidemics, including workforce expansion and improved treatment access.
Promoting early mental health education and better utilization of school-based resources.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_1242
Sponsor: Rep. Thanedar, Shri [D-MI-13]
Process start date: 2024-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Prioritizing mental health to the same degree as physical health to address the epidemics of suicide and drug overdose in the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1242.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Support for equal insurance coverage for mental and physical health, including full enforcement of existing laws.
  • Efforts to eliminate mental health stigma in the United States.
  • Increased resources and funding to combat suicide and drug overdose epidemics, including workforce expansion and improved treatment access.
  • Promoting early mental health education and better utilization of school-based resources.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Thanedar, Shri [D-MI-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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