Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.

House Resolution

H.Res. 436

119th Congress

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Introduced:May 21, 2025

Primary Sponsor

David P. Joyce

Representative

Republican

OH-14

Cosponsors

24

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Education

Summary

This bill would designate a week to raise awareness about mental health issues that affect educators. It aims to highlight the importance of supporting teachers' and school staff's emotional well-being.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

SponsorDavid P. Joyce (R-OH)

Introduced5/21/2025

StatusMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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This bill would designate a week to raise awareness about mental health issues that affect educators. It aims to highlight the importance of supporting teachers' and school staff's emotional well-being.

Bill Number: 436
Sponsor: David P. Joyce (R-OH)
Introduced: 5/21/2025
Status: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Policy Area: Education

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Fact Sheet

Title: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Bill Number: 436
Sponsor: David P. Joyce (R-OH)
Status: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Introduced: 5/21/2025
Summary: This bill would designate a week to raise awareness about mental health issues that affect educators. It aims to highlight the importance of supporting teachers' and school staff's emotional well-being.

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AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would designate a week to raise awareness about mental health issues that affect educators. It aims to highlight the importance of supporting teachers' and school staff's emotional well-being.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution supports the designation of Educator Mental Health Awareness Week.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Establishes 'Educator Mental Health Awareness Week' to promote understanding of the mental health challenges faced by teachers and school staff.
Encourages schools, districts, and communities to organize activities and programs during the designated week to support educator mental health.
Raises awareness about the need for resources, training, and policies to address the mental health of educators and school personnel.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this bill would benefit teachers, principals, counselors, and other school employees by shining a spotlight on their mental health needs. It could lead to increased funding, training, and support services to help educators manage stress, burnout, and other mental health concerns. Ultimately, this could improve educator well-being and, in turn, the quality of education for students.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Education

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

436, 119th Congress (2025). "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-436