A resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2026, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day" to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and workforce and to continue to reduce stigma associated with mental illness.
- Bill Number
- S.Res. 727
- Origin Chamber
- Senate
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Agriculture and Food
- Status
- Passed Senate
- Latest Action
- 2026-06-01: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2480)
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-02T13:00:19Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose This Senate resolution supports designating May 29, 2026, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day." Its goal is to highlight mental health challenges in farming and related work, encourage awareness, and help reduce associated stigma. The measure notes that May is already National Mental Health Awareness Month.
Key Provisions
- Designates May 29, 2026, as Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day.
- Recognizes agricultural producers and workers for supplying food, fuel, and fiber.
- Draws attention to specific pressures in the sector, including unpredictable weather, labor issues, farm transfers, and market price changes.
- Highlights the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network run by the Department of Agriculture as a resource for stress support programs.
- Encourages public observance to promote mental well-being among current and future agricultural workers.
Significant Changes to Existing Law The resolution introduces no changes to existing law. As a non-binding Senate measure, it carries symbolic rather than legal force.
Potential Impacts
- May increase public and industry attention to mental health resources within agriculture.
- Could encourage greater use of existing Department of Agriculture support programs.
- Limited direct effects on government agencies, citizens, or international relations, given its awareness-focused nature.
Main Stakeholders
- Agricultural producers and farmworkers.
- The Department of Agriculture.
- Members of the U.S. Senate.
- Rural communities and organizations focused on health and agriculture.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications The resolution has no significant legal or constitutional effects, as it does not create new requirements or alter statutes. It reflects bipartisan Senate support through multiple cosponsors but remains a non-enforceable expression of sentiment.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (23)
Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO], Sen. Alsobrooks, Angela D. [D-MD], Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE], Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT], Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN], Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV], Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO], Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA], Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD], Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE], Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL], Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND], Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN], Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID], Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS], Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS], Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS], Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC], Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL], Sen. McCormick, David [R-PA], Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV], Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR], Sen. Blunt Rochester, Lisa [D-DE]
Recent Actions
- 2026-06-01: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2480)
- 2026-06-01: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- 2026-06-01: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
- 2026-06-01: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
- 2026-05-13: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2281-2282)
- 2026-05-13: Submitted in Senate
Bill Versions
- Supporting the designation of May 29, 2026, as Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and workforce and to continue to reduce stigma associated with mental illness. — issued 2026-06-01 — PDF (3 pages)
- Supporting the designation of May 29, 2026, as Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and workforce and to continue to reduce stigma associated with mental illness. — issued 2026-05-13 — PDF (3 pages)