MichiganMichigan House declares September 2026 as Suicide Prevention Month
The Michigan House declares September 2026 Suicide Prevention Month and urges residents to support people who are struggling and raise awareness of crisis services.
What it does
The Michigan House declares September 2026 Suicide Prevention Month. It also recognizes people who help individuals and families affected by suicide and mental health challenges.
The House encourages Michigan residents to support people who are struggling, spread awareness of mental health and crisis services, and build communities where people feel valued.
Argument forEncouraging residents to share mental health resources could help people in distress learn where to find crisis support.
Argument againstPeople needing crisis care may get little direct help because the resolution encourages awareness but provides no funding or services.
More detail
The Michigan House declares September 2026 Suicide Prevention Month and recognizes people who help those affected by suicide and mental health challenges. The declaration covers Michigan. The recognition includes mental health professionals, crisis responders, and community groups supporting affected individuals and families. The designated month is September 2026.
The Michigan House encourages residents to support people who are struggling and increase awareness of mental health resources and crisis services. The appeal is directed to all Michigan residents. Participation is voluntary.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Adopted
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Sep 22adoptedAdopted
- Sep 22introduced by Representative Rep. Kathy SchmaltzIntroduced
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