HRES Bill 1436 Recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem and expressing support for the designation of September as "National Suicide Prevention Month" as well as September 10, 2024, as "World Suicide Prevention Day".

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2024-09-10

Bill 118 HRES 1436, also known as the "Recognizing Suicide as a Serious Public Health Problem and Expressing Support for the Designation of September as National Suicide Prevention Month" bill, aims to bring attention to the issue of suicide and promote awareness and prevention efforts. The bill specifically calls for the designation of September as National Suicide Prevention Month and September 10, 2024, as World Suicide Prevention Day. The bill recognizes suicide as a serious public health problem and acknowledges the devastating impact it has on individuals, families, and communities. By designating September as National Suicide Prevention Month, the bill seeks to raise awareness about the warning signs of suicide, promote mental health resources, and encourage individuals to seek help if they are struggling with thoughts of suicide. In addition, the bill highlights the importance of World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10, 2024, as a day to come together as a global community to raise awareness about suicide prevention and support those who may be at risk. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1436 aims to bring attention to the issue of suicide, promote prevention efforts, and support those who may be struggling with thoughts of suicide. By designating September as National Suicide Prevention Month and September 10, 2024, as World Suicide Prevention Day, the bill seeks to encourage dialogue, increase access to mental health resources, and ultimately save lives.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Alternative Names

Recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem and expressing support for the designation of September as "National Suicide Prevention Month" as well as September 10, 2024, as "World Suicide Prevention Day".

Recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem and expressing support for the designation of September as "National Suicide Prevention Month" as well as September 10, 2024, as "World Suicide Prevention Day".

Associated Legislation

Policy Areas

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Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Thanedar, Shri [D-MI-13]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17]

Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-14]

Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]

Rep. Mullin, Kevin [D-CA-15]

Rep. Crockett, Jasmine [D-TX-30]

Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4]

Rep. Soto, Darren [D-FL-9]

Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]

Rep. Grijalva, Raúl M. [D-AZ-7]

Rep. Pettersen, Brittany [D-CO-7]

Rep. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2]

Rep. Vargas, Juan [D-CA-52]

Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]

Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25]

Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]

Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick, Sheila [D-FL-20]

Rep. Stansbury, Melanie A. [D-NM-1]

Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]

Rep. Carson, André [D-IN-7]

Rep. Schneider, Bradley Scott [D-IL-10]

Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5]

Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20]

Rep. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2]

Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]

Rep. Mrvan, Frank J. [D-IN-1]

Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]

Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-7]

Rep. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2]

Rep. Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2]

Rep. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1]

Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2]

Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10]

Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]

Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]

Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4]

Rep. Lynch, Stephen F. [D-MA-8]

Rep. Evans, Dwight [D-PA-3]

Rep. Kim, Andy [D-NJ-3]

Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]

Rep. Wild, Susan [D-PA-7]

Rep. Amo, Gabe [D-RI-1]

Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-31]

Rep. Williams, Brandon [R-NY-22]

Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6]

Rep. Davis, Donald G. [D-NC-1]

Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]

Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8]

Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12]

Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4]

Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6]

Rep. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17]

Rep. Sewell, Terri A. [D-AL-7]

Rep. Balint, Becca [D-VT-At Large]

Rep. Carter, Troy A. [D-LA-2]

Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6]

Rep. Ramirez, Delia C. [D-IL-3]

Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]

Rep. Ryan, Patrick [D-NY-18]

Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4]

Rep. Bush, Cori [D-MO-1]

Committees and Subcommittees

Energy and Commerce Committee

Variations and Revisions