As Introduced

136th General Assembly

Regular Session S. B. No. 490

2025-2026

Senators Craig, Blackshear

Cosponsors: Senators Antonio, Brenner, DeMora, Smith

To enact section 5.2544 of the Revised Code to designate May as Ohio Mental Health Awareness Month.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF OHIO:

Section 1. That section 5.2544 of the Revised Code be enacted to read as follows:

Sec. 5.2544. The month of May is designated as Ohio Mental Health Awareness Month to increase public awareness of mental health, encourage individuals to seek support, and recognize the professionals who play an essential role in providing mental health services.