HRES 1242
Prioritizing mental health to the same degree as physical health to address the epidemics of suicide and drug overdose in the United States.
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This resolution urges Congress to prioritize mental health care on par with physical health care to address the serious issues of suicide and drug overdose in the United States. It calls for enforcing existing parity laws, combating mental health stigma, and supporting the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention. The resolution also seeks to increase resources for mental health services, including workforce development, medication-assisted treatment, and crisis care, particularly for young people.
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David J. Trone
Sheila Jackson Lee
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