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

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 496

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.

Congressional Summary of HRES 496

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.)

Current Status of Bill HRES 496

Bill HRES 496 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 12, 2023. Bill HRES 496 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 12, 2023.  Bill HRES 496's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of June 16, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 496

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 496

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Commemorative events and holidays
- Health promotion and preventive care
- Mental health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 496

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

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 496

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