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Expressing support for the designation of September 30, 2023, as "National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day".
3/12/2024, 4:12 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 740
Bill 118 HRES 740, also known as the "National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day" bill, aims to designate September 30, 2023, as a day to raise awareness about and prevent suicide among veterans. The bill expresses support for this designation in order to bring attention to the mental health struggles that many veterans face after returning from service.
The bill highlights the alarming rate of suicide among veterans and the need for increased awareness and resources to address this issue. By designating September 30th as "National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day," the bill seeks to honor the sacrifices made by veterans and to show support for those who may be struggling with mental health issues.
The bill does not propose any specific actions or funding allocations, but rather serves as a symbolic gesture to bring attention to the issue of veteran suicide. It is a bipartisan effort to show support for veterans and to encourage communities to come together to prevent suicide among those who have served our country. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 740 is a non-partisan effort to raise awareness about veteran suicide and to promote prevention efforts on a national level. It is a small but important step in addressing the mental health needs of our veterans and honoring their service to our country.
The bill highlights the alarming rate of suicide among veterans and the need for increased awareness and resources to address this issue. By designating September 30th as "National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day," the bill seeks to honor the sacrifices made by veterans and to show support for those who may be struggling with mental health issues.
The bill does not propose any specific actions or funding allocations, but rather serves as a symbolic gesture to bring attention to the issue of veteran suicide. It is a bipartisan effort to show support for veterans and to encourage communities to come together to prevent suicide among those who have served our country. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 740 is a non-partisan effort to raise awareness about veteran suicide and to promote prevention efforts on a national level. It is a small but important step in addressing the mental health needs of our veterans and honoring their service to our country.
Congressional Summary of HRES 740
This resolution supports the designation of National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 740
Bill HRES 740 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 28, 2023. Bill HRES 740 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 28, 2023. Bill HRES 740's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. as of September 28, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 740
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
24Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
16Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 740
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Health promotion and preventive care
- Mental health
- Veterans' medical care
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 740
Expressing support for the designation of September 30, 2023, as "National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day".
Expressing support for the designation of September 30, 2023, as "National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 740
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