Colorado lawmakers have proposed two measures to improve mental health resources for the state’s agricultural industry amid growing stress, anxiety, and depression among ranchers and farmhands. The bills aim to address the shortage of mental health professionals in rural areas, particularly for migrant workers who face language and cultural barriers. The first bill would create a behavioral health liaison position, and the second would strengthen suicide prevention resources for agricultural workers. Legislators were slated to debate the measures on Feb 7. The bills aim to increase access to behavioral health care and support agricultural workers and migrant communities who face emotional and economic challenges.
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Colorado Moves to Connect Agricultural Workers With Mental Health Resources
