Loading chat...

MI HR0299

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

9/25/2024

Primary Sponsor

Felicia Brabec

Click for details

Origin

House of Representatives

102nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Designates October 5-12, 2024, as Student Athlete Mental Health Week in Michigan
  • Recognizes approximately 500,000 high school and college student athletes in Michigan and the unique mental health challenges they face
  • Cites 2021 NCAA survey data showing elevated mental health concerns among student athletes, with less than half feeling comfortable seeking campus mental health support
  • Notes suicide is the second leading cause of death among college athletes and emphasizes mental health stigma as a barrier to student athletes seeking care
  • Calls for greater awareness among coaches and support staff regarding mental health resources and the importance of mental health alongside physical health

Legislative Description

A resolution to declare October 5-12, 2024, as Student Athlete Mental Health Week in the state of Michigan.

Last Action

Adopted

9/25/2024

Full Bill Text

No bill text available