MI HR0137

Declares June 27, 2025, as National PTSD Awareness Day in Michigan

Recognizes PTSD as a psychiatric disorder affecting millions of Americans, including veterans, first responders, and survivors of abuse and trauma

Honors Army Staff Sergeant Joe Biel, who died by suicide after returning from Iraq and struggling with PTSD, for whom the national awareness day was established

Encourages Michigan residents to learn about PTSD, show compassion for those affected, and support those who provide services to individuals suffering from the disorder

Emphasizes that PTSD is treatable and that increased awareness helps reduce stigma and encourages individuals to seek help