Joint Resolution Recognizing May 2024 As Mental Health Awareness Month
This joint resolution officially designates May 2024 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Maine. The measure aims to increase public understanding of mental health conditions and services while working to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic declaration to encourage open dialogue and support for individuals and families affected by mental health issues.
Bill status
passed both
4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2024
Committee Review
House Passage
May 2024
Senate Passage
May 2024
Governor
Introduced May 10, 2024
Last action May 10, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
2
Committee
0
May 10, 2024
Upper · Passed
READ and ADOPTED, in concurrence.
upper
May 10, 2024
Lower · Passed
READ and ADOPTED.
lower
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Annie Graham
DDemocratic
Co
Dan Shagoury
DDemocratic
Co
Sam Zager
DDemocratic
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