Recognizing the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Flag.

1/30/2024, 8:15 AM

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.

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.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 899

Introduced on
2023-11-30

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/30/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

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.

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.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Flag.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Latest Summary1/11/2024

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 re...


Latest Action11/30/2023
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 co...