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Recognizing the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Flag.
1/30/2024, 8:15 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 899
Bill 118 H.Res. 899, also known as the Recognizing the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Flag, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to officially recognize and honor the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Flag as a symbol of support for those who have been affected by suicide.
The Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Flag is a yellow and black flag that features a butterfly, which is a symbol of hope and transformation. The flag is meant to raise awareness about suicide prevention and to remember those who have lost their lives to suicide.
The bill acknowledges the importance of raising awareness about mental health and suicide prevention, and recognizes the efforts of organizations and individuals who work to support those who are struggling with mental health issues. By officially recognizing the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Flag, the bill aims to promote conversations about mental health and suicide prevention, and to show support for those who have been impacted by suicide. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 899 is a bipartisan effort to bring attention to the important issue of suicide prevention and mental health awareness. It highlights the need for continued support and resources for those who are struggling with mental health issues, and aims to promote a message of hope and healing for individuals and families affected by suicide.
The Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Flag is a yellow and black flag that features a butterfly, which is a symbol of hope and transformation. The flag is meant to raise awareness about suicide prevention and to remember those who have lost their lives to suicide.
The bill acknowledges the importance of raising awareness about mental health and suicide prevention, and recognizes the efforts of organizations and individuals who work to support those who are struggling with mental health issues. By officially recognizing the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Flag, the bill aims to promote conversations about mental health and suicide prevention, and to show support for those who have been impacted by suicide. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 899 is a bipartisan effort to bring attention to the important issue of suicide prevention and mental health awareness. It highlights the need for continued support and resources for those who are struggling with mental health issues, and aims to promote a message of hope and healing for individuals and families affected by suicide.
Congressional Summary of HRES 899
This resolution officially recognizes the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance flag and designates the flag as the symbol of awareness of military and veteran suicide and the commitment to resolve military and veteran suicide. The resolution also remembers and honors the servicemembers and veterans who have died by suicide and commits to posting the flag above all federal buildings wherever there is an American flag and POW/MIA flag.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 899
Bill HRES 899 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 30, 2023. Bill HRES 899 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 30, 2023. Bill HRES 899's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of November 30, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 899
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
14Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 899
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 899
Recognizing the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Flag.
Recognizing the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Flag.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 899
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