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SR 13

A resolution to recognize February 2025 as School-Based Health Care Awareness Month.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rosemary Bayer and 2 co-sponsors

Designates February 2025 as School-Based Health Care Awareness Month to recognize SBHCs' role in improving student health, attendance, and learning.

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Bill Summary · SR 13

Summary — SR 13: Recognize February 2025 as School‑Based Health Care Awareness Month

Status: Adopted by the Michigan Senate (February 25, 2025)
Classification: Senate resolution (non‑binding, ceremonial)

Main purpose

SR 13 formally recognizes February 2025 as “School‑Based Health Care Awareness Month” in Michigan. The resolution highlights the role of school‑based and school‑linked health centers (SBHCs) in delivering health services to children and youth and acknowledges the contributions of center staff, parents/guardians, and partners who support student health and wellbeing.

Key provisions and findings cited

  • Affirms that Michigan’s SBHCs (also called child and adolescent health centers) have provided comprehensive primary care, mental health care, prevention, and early‑intervention services for over 30 years.
  • Notes there are over 300 school‑based and school‑linked health centers and programs across Michigan serving students in urban, suburban, and rural schools.
  • Describes observed benefits for children and youth served by SBHCs, including:
    • Improved school attendance
    • Enhanced standardized test scores
    • Reduced absenteeism due to illness
    • Increased immunization rates
    • Better access to wellness and health‑care services
  • Acknowledges the commitment of SBHC staff, parents/guardians, and others in supporting children’s health.
  • Resolves that the Michigan Senate recognizes February 2025 as School‑Based Health Care Awareness Month.

Who is affected / who benefits

  • Primary beneficiaries named in the resolution: Michigan children and youth, especially students who access SBHC services.
  • Secondary beneficiaries: schools, families, SBHC staff and administrators, local health providers, and policymakers interested in child and adolescent health and education outcomes.
  • The resolution is symbolic and does not impose requirements or create programs.

Procedural / timeline details

  • Introduced and offered in the Michigan Senate by Senator Rosemary Bayer (with listed co‑sponsors on various drafting stages).
  • Adopted by the Michigan Senate on February 25, 2025; enrolled and recorded in Senate proceedings.
  • As a Senate resolution, it is non‑binding and carries no fiscal effect; its primary function is awareness, recognition, and encouragement for continued support of SBHCs.

Potential impact

  • Raises public and legislative awareness of SBHCs and their contribution to student health and educational outcomes.
  • May support advocacy and inform future policy or funding discussions aimed at strengthening SBHC capacity and access, but does not itself change law or funding.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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