Congressman Horsford Calls for Urgent Action for Mental Health Equity

Congressman Steven Horsford spoke in support of urgent action to address mental health issues, particularly within the Black community, during a Congressional Black Caucus special order hour. He underscored the startling statistics of mental illness and the disturbing rise in suicide rates among Black youth, declaring Mental Health Awareness Month as a critical time for legislative action. He called for the eradication of stigma and the enhancement of accessible, culturally competent care. He advocated for immediate, bipartisan support to address these long-standing disparities and improve overall mental health and wellness in marginalized communities.