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Supporting National Mental Health Day for Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Communities

The U.S. Senate supports designating May 10th as National AANHPI Mental Health Day to highlight the critical need for better mental health support within these diverse communities. The resolution encourages federal, state, and local health agencies to adopt policies that improve access to culturally and linguistically appropriate care, addressing the high rates of untreated mental health issues and suicide among AANHPI youth. This aims to reduce stigma and promote overall well-being.
Key points
Official support for May 10th as a day dedicated to raising awareness of mental health challenges faced by Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.
Encourages government health agencies to implement policies that increase the use of mental health services, focusing on cultural sensitivity and language access.
Recognizes that celebrating cultural heritage is vital for good mental health and helps combat associated stigma.
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Print number: 118_SRES_681
Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Process start date: 2024-05-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution supporting the designation of May 10, 2024, as "National Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Mental Health Day".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_681.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Official support for May 10th as a day dedicated to raising awareness of mental health challenges faced by Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.
  • Encourages government health agencies to implement policies that increase the use of mental health services, focusing on cultural sensitivity and language access.
  • Recognizes that celebrating cultural heritage is vital for good mental health and helps combat associated stigma.
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 Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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