The House concurrent resolution No. R-185 recognizes May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Vermont, emphasizing the importance of mental health for overall well-being. It highlights alarming statistics, such as nearly one in five adults experiencing a diagnosable mental health condition annually and a significant rise in reported mental health distress among Vermonters over the past decade. The resolution also notes that a substantial percentage of high school students in Vermont have faced mental health challenges, particularly among female and LGBTQ+ students, and underscores the need for improved access to mental health care and treatment.

The resolution calls for increased awareness and education about mental health, promoting early intervention and timely access to quality care as essential for healthier outcomes for individuals and communities. It acknowledges the contributions of individuals with mental health challenges and the collective benefits of improved mental health for businesses, government agencies, healthcare providers, and schools. The General Assembly's recognition of May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month aims to foster compassion, understanding, and resilience among those living with mental health conditions, and directs the Secretary of State to share the resolution with relevant organizations in Vermont.