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Honoring Rosalynn Smith Carter's legacy in mental health advocacy.
6/11/2024, 4:12 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 1251
Bill 118 HRES 1251, also known as the "Honoring Rosalynn Smith Carter's Legacy in Mental Health Advocacy," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to recognize and honor the contributions of former First Lady Rosalynn Smith Carter in the field of mental health advocacy. The resolution highlights Mrs. Carter's tireless efforts to raise awareness about mental health issues and reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness.
The resolution acknowledges Mrs. Carter's role in co-founding The Carter Center's Mental Health Program, which has worked to improve access to mental health care and promote mental health education and research. It also recognizes her advocacy for policies that support individuals living with mental illness and their families.
Furthermore, the resolution commends Mrs. Carter for her dedication to promoting mental health parity and ensuring that mental health is treated with the same importance as physical health. It also praises her for her work in advancing mental health legislation and for her commitment to destigmatizing mental illness. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1251 seeks to honor and celebrate Mrs. Carter's legacy in mental health advocacy and to inspire others to continue her important work in improving mental health care and support for individuals living with mental illness.
The resolution acknowledges Mrs. Carter's role in co-founding The Carter Center's Mental Health Program, which has worked to improve access to mental health care and promote mental health education and research. It also recognizes her advocacy for policies that support individuals living with mental illness and their families.
Furthermore, the resolution commends Mrs. Carter for her dedication to promoting mental health parity and ensuring that mental health is treated with the same importance as physical health. It also praises her for her work in advancing mental health legislation and for her commitment to destigmatizing mental illness. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1251 seeks to honor and celebrate Mrs. Carter's legacy in mental health advocacy and to inspire others to continue her important work in improving mental health care and support for individuals living with mental illness.
Congressional Summary of HRES 1251
This resolution recognizes Rosalynn Smith Carter for her contributions towards helping those with mental health and substance use disorders.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1251
Bill HRES 1251 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 22, 2024. Bill HRES 1251 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 22, 2024. Bill HRES 1251's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of May 22, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1251
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1251
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1251
Honoring Rosalynn Smith Carter's legacy in mental health advocacy.
Honoring Rosalynn Smith Carter's legacy in mental health advocacy.
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