This resolution supports designating May 10, 2026, as "National Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Mental Health Day" to raise awareness about mental health challenges in these communities. The resolution highlights that Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander populations underutilize mental health services, with about 65 percent of the estimated 2.6 million individuals who meet criteria for mental health problems not receiving treatment. It also notes alarming trends, including that from 2018 to 2024, suicide was the leading cause of death for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander youth ages 15 to 24. The resolution does not provide funding or create new programs but calls on federal, state, and local health agencies to develop policies and guidance to improve mental health care access for these communities, address language barriers, increase culturally competent providers, and reduce stigma around mental health issues. This is a symbolic measure intended to draw attention to disparities in mental health care and outcomes among Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander populations.
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