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Expressing support for the designation of September 22 as "National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day".

Expressing support for the designation of September 22 as ``National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day''.

Introduced Sep 2, 2025

Latest action (Sep 2, 2025) Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Referred to
Oversight and Government Reform Committee
Policy area
Armed Forces and National Security
Issues
Defense

Summary

This House resolution expresses support for designating September 22 as "National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day" to raise awareness about mental health challenges and suicide prevention among military personnel and veterans. The resolution acknowledges the service and sacrifice of members of the Armed Forces and veterans and notes the importance of addressing mental health issues such as post-traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety within these populations. The resolution supports using the designated day to combat stigma surrounding mental health, encourage veterans and military personnel to seek help, and promote adequate mental health support and resources. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create law or establish binding policy, but represents the sense of the House of Representatives.

AI-generated plain-language summary of the bill text — neutral, and may be imperfect. See the full text below for the exact wording.

Sponsor (1)
20 cosponsors

Actions (2)
  1. Sep 2, 2025 Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. · house
  2. Sep 2, 2025 Submitted in House

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  • HRES 684 — Expressing support for the designation of September 9, 2025, as "National Firearm Suicide Prevention Day" to educate about the growing firearm suicide crisis in the United States and promote the importance of storing firearms safely and securely as an essential component of suicide prevention. · Introduced Sep 9, 2025 · Cong. 119 74%
  • HRES 542 — Expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2025 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2025, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day". · Introduced Jun 24, 2025 · Cong. 119 72%
  • SRES 392 — A resolution expressing support for the designation of November 16, 2025, as "National Warrior Call Day" and recognizing the importance of connecting members of the Armed Forces and veterans in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield, especially peer-to-peer connection. · Passed Senate Sep 16, 2025 · Cong. 119 71%

Full text

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

September 2, 2025

Mr. Self (for himself, Mr. Norcross, Ms. Chu, Mr. Nunn of Iowa, Ms. Norton, Ms. De La Cruz, Mr. Moore of Alabama, Mr. Donalds, Mr. Ryan, Mr. Obernolte, and Mr. Yakym) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

RESOLUTION

Expressing support for the designation of September 22 as “National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day”.

Whereas the members of the United States Armed Forces and veterans have selflessly served and sacrificed to defend the Nation’s freedom and security; Whereas the mental health and well-being of military personnel and veterans are vital components of their overall readiness and ability to lead fulfilling lives; Whereas the persistent challenges of post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues contribute to an alarming rate of suicide within the military and veteran populations; Whereas it is our duty to raise awareness about the struggles faced by military members and veterans, combat the stigma surrounding mental health, and foster an environment that encourages seeking help; Whereas designating a specific day for national awareness can bring attention to the importance of providing adequate mental health support and resources to military personnel and veterans; Whereas September is recognized as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, providing an opportune time to focus on the unique challenges faced by those who have served the Nation; and Whereas we recognize September 22 as National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the House of Representatives supports the designation of a “National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day”. <all>

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