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US HR737
Resolution
Status
9/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Garbarino
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AI Summary
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Designates September 22 as "National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Day" to honor military members and veterans who have died by suicide
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Officially recognizes the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance (SAR) Flag, created by Air Force Veteran Kevin W. Hertell, as the national symbol for military and veteran suicide awareness
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Commits to displaying the SAR Flag above all federal buildings alongside the American Flag and POW/MIA Flag year-round (365 days)
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Cites that over 20 veterans and military members die by suicide daily, with veterans nearly twice as likely to die by suicide compared to civilians, and over 100,000 veterans lost to suicide since 2001
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Aims to combat mental health stigma within military culture and promote open dialogue about mental health resources and suicide prevention services
Legislative Description
Supporting the designation of September 22 as "National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Day" and recognizing the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Flag.
Armed forces and national security
Last Action
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.
9/18/2025