MI HR0228

Declares December 15–21, 2025, as Michigan Farmers Suicide Awareness Week in Michigan

Highlights that farming, forestry, and fishing workers in Michigan had a suicide rate of 84.5 per 100,000 in 2023, compared to the statewide rate of 14.9 per 100,000

Notes that 11 people working in farming, forestry, or fishing died by suicide in Michigan in 2023

Cites economic pressures including that only 46% of Michigan's 44,000 farms reported net positive income in 2023

Aims to draw attention to farmer mental health issues, reduce stigma, mobilize communities, and encourage legislative action to support mental health resources for farm families