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House adopts resolution formally recognizing Caregiving Youth Day
Summary
The House adopted House Joint Resolution 10‑19 recognizing caregiving youth and designating Feb. 20, 2026 as Caregiving Youth Day, with sponsors citing national and state survey data about the prevalence and stresses faced by young caregivers.
The Colorado House unanimously adopted House Joint Resolution 10‑19 on Feb. 27, designating Feb. 20, 2026 as Caregiving Youth Day and scheduling an official observance for Feb. 27, 2026 at the State Capitol.
Sponsor Representative Ricks introduced the resolution, noting that an estimated 6 million youth nationwide provide primary or secondary care to family members and that state data indicate sizable shares of middle and high school students report caregiving responsibilities. "These young people often feel under‑identified and undersupported by the systems meant to serve them," Ricks said, urging the chamber to formally recognize their contributions and to encourage schools, health‑care providers and community groups to consider accommodations and supports.
The resolution cites national estimates and the Healthy Kids Colorado survey statistics and asks educators and community organizations to increase awareness and trauma‑informed supports for caregiving youth. The resolution passed by recorded vote (60 yes, 0 no, 5 excused). The House observed the adopted resolution on the calendar and the matter will be included in the journal.
The resolution is commemorative and does not appropriate funding or mandate new programs; sponsors said it aims to raise awareness and encourage collaboration among schools, health providers and community organizations to better identify and support caregiving youth.
