HR 440 Pennsylvania House · 2023-2024 Regular Session

A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2024 as "Mental Health Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

This resolution formally recognizes May 2024 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Pennsylvania to highlight the importance of mental well-being. It calls on government agencies, schools, businesses, and residents to increase understanding of mental illnesses and promote access to appropriate services. The text emphasizes that mental health issues affect people of all backgrounds and are biological disorders requiring proper treatment rather than willpower. By designating this month for awareness, the bill aims to foster a supportive environment for individuals facing mental health challenges.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2024
Committee Review
May 2024
House Passage
May 2024
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced May 17, 2024 Last action May 22, 2024
Floor votes · House May 22, 2024

How they voted

178–1
Passed · 1 other
Total votes 180
May 22, 2024
D Democratic89
89 Yea
100% Yea
R Republican91
89 Yea 1 Nay 1
97% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
3
Key actions
2
Committee
2
May 22, 2024
Lower · Passed
Adopted
lower
May 21, 2024
Lower · Passed
Reported as committed
lower
May 17, 2024
Committee
Referred to Health
lower
1 primary · 23 co-sponsors

Sponsors