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SRES 284 114th Congress Senate International Affairs Commemorative events and holidays Congressional tributes Foreign aid and international relief Health care quality Health personnel Mental health World health

A resolution recognizing the importance of mental health globally and highlighting the contributions and value of mental health, psychosocial support, and human capacity, particularly in development contexts and humanitarian settings.

Introduced: October 8, 2015 Introduced by: Murphy, Christopher Democratic · Connecticut See on congress.gov
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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7278)
Oct 8, 2015
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 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Recognizes the importance of World Mental Health Day.

Affirms the continued support of the United States for making resources available to provide mental health services and build capacity, particularly in countries affected by conflict and crisis.

Honors the importance of trained mental health workers as they enhance human well-being and mental health, restore functioning, and save lives through mental health and psychosocial support services.

Calls on relevant agencies to integrate mental health and psychosocial support services into programs, funding opportunities, and budget allocations in order to improve quality of life for individuals living with mental health disorders.

Commends the dedication of those who work to improve the mental health of all individuals, and the important contributions and bravery of individuals who live with or have overcome mental health disorders.

What's happening now October 8, 2015

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7278)

 Committees of jurisdiction 1
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