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Committee passes bill to designate a mental-health awareness week for schools
Summary
The committee approved House Bill 13-93 to recognize the first full week of classes in May as Mental Health Awareness Week in Arkansas schools. Sponsor said there was no fiscal impact and no known opposition.
Representative Chad Pierce presented House Bill 13-93 to designate the first full week of classes in May as Mental Health Awareness Week for Arkansas schools. Pierce said the designation aims to raise awareness of mental illness, remove stigma, and provide support for students; he noted there is no fiscal impact and no known opposition.
The committee moved to pass the bill; senators indicated support and the motion carried by voice vote.
What happens next: The bill was passed out of committee and would proceed per the Senate calendar.
