Bill Text: MI SR0012 | 2021-2022 | 101st Legislature | Enrolled
Bill Title: A resolution to recognize February 2021 as School-Based Health Care Awareness Month.
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 7-4)
Status: (Passed) 2021-02-04 - Adopted [SR0012 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2021-SR0012-Enrolled.html
MICHIGAN SENATE
Senate Resolution No. 12
Offered by Senators Schmidt, Bizon, Moss, Santana, Wojno, Hertel, LaSata, Bayer, Chang, Geiss and Stamas
A RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE FEBRUARY 2021
AS SCHOOL-BASED HEALTH CARE AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS, Michigan’s school-based and school-linked health centers (also known as child and adolescent health centers) have delivered comprehensive primary health care, mental health care, and prevention services for over 30 years; and
WHEREAS, There are over 125 school-based and school-linked health centers and programs in the state of Michigan that deliver a range of primary, preventive, early intervention, and mental health services to children and youth of all grade levels in urban, rural, and suburban schools across the state; and
WHEREAS, Children and youth served by school-based and school-linked health centers show improved rates of school attendance, enhanced scores on standardized tests, less absenteeism due to illness, and increased immunization rates, while having their wellness and health care needs addressed; and
WHEREAS, School-Based Health Care Awareness Month acknowledges the commitment and passion that school-based and school-linked health center staff and parents/guardians have for all Michigan children and youth; and
WHEREAS, We also recognize the critical role that these individuals play in improving the health and well-being of all Michigan children and youth; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED BY THE SENATE, That the members of this legislative body recognize February 2021 as School-Based Health Care Awareness Month.
Secretary of the Senate
Adopted by the Senate, February 4, 2021.
