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- H.CON.RES.243
H.CON.RES.243: Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the importance of mental health awareness, mental disorders, and early detection of mental illnesses to facilitate entry into treatment.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 106th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced Jan. 27, 2000
- Latest Major Action Feb. 3, 2000
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
53 (52 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) all Americans should find out more about mental health services in their communities and seek mental health treatment when necessary; (2) the Secretary of Education should encourage, establish, and promote a mental health campaign in elementary and secondary schools across the Nation; and (3) the Federal Government has a responsibility to endeavor to raise awareness about mental health and continue...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
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| Jan. 27, 2000 |
Introduced in the House by Stephanie Tubbs Jones (D-Ohio) |