CO SJR013

Recognizes February 26, 2026, as Youth Mental Health Action Day in Colorado to honor pediatric health-care providers and commit to supporting children's mental health and well-being.

Colorado ranks 41st in the nation for youth mental health, with about 1 in 4 high school students and more than 1 in 5 middle school students reporting poor mental health or feeling consistently sad or hopeless (2023 Healthy Kids Colorado Survey).

Suicide remains a leading cause of death among Colorado children under 18, with rates disproportionately higher than national averages despite recent decreases in youth considering or planning suicide.

Commits the General Assembly to promoting child and youth well-being through cost-effective investments in a functional mental health system and continued partnerships with providers, state agencies, and community organizations.

Supports efforts to strengthen coordination, efficiency, and accessibility within the children's mental health system, including integrating primary and mental health care in underserved communities.