CER 25-0239 District of Columbia · 25th Council Period (2023-2024)

Men’s Health Month Recognition Resolution of 2024

This ceremonial resolution formally recognizes June 2024 as Men's Health Month in the District of Columbia to raise public awareness about men's physical and mental well-being. The bill highlights the importance of regular health screenings and addresses specific issues such as higher rates of chronic disease, lower life expectancy, and the impact of the pandemic on men's health. It also designates June 14 as "Wear Blue Day" to further promote health awareness and encourages fathers to serve as role models for preventative care.
Bill status signed all 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2024
Committee Review
Council Passage
Jun 2024
Signed into Law
Jun 2024
Introduced Jun 10, 2024 Signed Jun 11, 2024
Floor votes · Council Jun 11, 2024

How they voted

12–0
Passed · 1 other
Total votes 13
Jun 11, 2024
D Democratic11
10 Yea 1
90% Yea
I Independent2
2 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
6
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Jun 11, 2024
Council · Passed
Council Vote: pass (12-0-1)
council
Jun 10, 2024
Introduced
CER25-0239 Introduced by Councilmember Parker at Office of the Secretary
legislature
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Photo of Zachary Parker
Zachary Parker
DDemocratic
DC
Ward 5