Expressing support for the designation of June 13 as "Posttraumatic Growth Day".

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

This resolution supports the designation of Posttraumatic Growth Day. (Post-traumatic growth is a concept that acknowledges the potential for positive psychological change and personal transformation that can arise from the struggle with trauma.)

Bill 118 HRES 496, also known as the "Posttraumatic Growth Day" resolution, is a piece of legislation that expresses support for designating June 13th as a day to recognize and raise awareness about posttraumatic growth. Posttraumatic growth refers to the positive psychological changes that can occur in individuals who have experienced trauma or adversity.

The resolution highlights the importance of acknowledging and celebrating the resilience and strength of individuals who have overcome trauma and adversity. It also emphasizes the need for increased awareness and understanding of posttraumatic growth as a way to promote healing and well-being.

The resolution calls on the President to issue a proclamation recognizing June 13th as "Posttraumatic Growth Day" and encourages individuals, organizations, and communities to observe the day with activities and events that promote awareness and understanding of posttraumatic growth. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 496 aims to honor and support individuals who have experienced trauma and adversity by recognizing the positive growth and resilience that can come from such experiences. It seeks to promote healing and well-being by raising awareness and understanding of posttraumatic growth.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 496

Introduced on
2023-06-12

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/12/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution supports the designation of Posttraumatic Growth Day. (Post-traumatic growth is a concept that acknowledges the potential for positive psychological change and personal transformation that can arise from the struggle with trauma.)

Bill 118 HRES 496, also known as the "Posttraumatic Growth Day" resolution, is a piece of legislation that expresses support for designating June 13th as a day to recognize and raise awareness about posttraumatic growth. Posttraumatic growth refers to the positive psychological changes that can occur in individuals who have experienced trauma or adversity.

The resolution highlights the importance of acknowledging and celebrating the resilience and strength of individuals who have overcome trauma and adversity. It also emphasizes the need for increased awareness and understanding of posttraumatic growth as a way to promote healing and well-being.

The resolution calls on the President to issue a proclamation recognizing June 13th as "Posttraumatic Growth Day" and encourages individuals, organizations, and communities to observe the day with activities and events that promote awareness and understanding of posttraumatic growth. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 496 aims to honor and support individuals who have experienced trauma and adversity by recognizing the positive growth and resilience that can come from such experiences. It seeks to promote healing and well-being by raising awareness and understanding of posttraumatic growth.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing support for the designation of June 13 as "Posttraumatic Growth Day".

Policy Areas
Health

Potential Impact
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Mental health

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/19/2023

This resolution supports the designation of Posttraumatic Growth Day. (Post-traumatic growth is a concept that acknowledges the potential for positive psychological change and personal transformation that can arise from the struggle with trauma.)...


Latest Action6/16/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.