Fetterman, Husted Introduce Resolution Spotlighting Children’s Mental Health Awareness

Washington, D.C.– Today, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Jon Husted (R-OH) introduced a resolution to support the designation of May 4 through May 10, 2025, as Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week.
“As someone who’s been open about my own mental health journey, I know firsthand that silence can be deadly. Our kids deserve to grow up in a world where asking for help is easy and stigma-free,”said Senator Fetterman.“Suicide is now the second leading cause of death for 10- to 14-year-olds. Senator Husted and I introduced this resolution to send a message loud and clear: asking for help is the bravest thing a person can do, and help is there when they do.”
“No child should have to shoulder mental health struggles alone,”continued Fetterman.“This resolution is our way of showing every kid in Pennsylvania and across the country that Congress sees you and we want to be there for you—whether that’s getting more counselors in schools, holding social media giants accountable, or making mental health care more affordable.”
“Too many of Ohio’s children are struggling with mental health challenges. We need to be vigilant in understanding the harmful effects of social media, in supporting strong families and in shaping healthy environments for kids,”said Senator Husted.“Our resolution is a step forward in providing children the guidance they need to become resilient young adults.”
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The full text of the bill is availablehere.