HCR 293 Vermont House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

House concurrent resolution recognizing May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Vermont

This bill officially recognizes May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month within the state of Vermont. It aims to raise public awareness about mental wellness and reduce stigma by directing the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to key local mental health organizations. The measure does not create new laws or allocate funding but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the importance of mental health in the community.

Issues: ✓ Healthcare

Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

May 2026

Committee Review

House Passage

May 2026

Senate Passage

May 2026

Governor

Introduced May 7, 2026 Last action May 8, 2026

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The changes are entirely formatting and layout adjustments. The resolution's substantive content recognizing May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Vermont is unchanged. The header was updated from a simple bill number format to the formal 'State of Vermont / House of Representatives' official adopted format, and line breaks and indentation were reflowed throughout.

TECHNICAL

Header changed from a simple 'R-351 / 2026' format to the formal 'State of Vermont / House of Representatives / Montpelier, Vermont / Concurrent House Resolution / H.C.R. 293' layout used for officially adopted versions.

Line breaks and indentation were reflowed throughout the Whereas clauses and Resolved sections to match the official adopted format. No words or policy language were added or removed.

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

May 8, 2026

Lower · Passed

Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b

lower

May 8, 2026

Lower · Passed

Senate Message: Adopted in concurrence

lower

May 8, 2026

Upper · Passed

Adopted in concurrence per Joint Rule 16b

upper

2 primary · 0 co-sponsors