This House resolution recognizes suicide as a serious and preventable public health problem. It cites data from the CDC, SAMHSA, the VA, and NIH on suicide deaths and attempts. The resolution supports naming September 2026 "National Suicide Prevention Month" and September 10, 2026, "World Suicide Prevention Day." It calls suicide prevention a priority, notes there is no single cause or single program that fits all people, and supports developing and implementing strategies to increase access to quality mental health, substance use, and suicide prevention services.
The resolution is a formal statement by members of the House of Representatives that raises awareness and supports prevention work. It designates a month and a day for focused attention and encourages actions to improve access to mental health and substance use services. The text does not include specific new federal funding or legal requirements in the available material.
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Sponsors and supporters emphasize the high number of deaths and attempts cited in federal reports and say that recognizing the month and day can help reduce stigma, prioritize prevention, and support efforts to expand access to care. The resolution notes groups affected in different ways (for example, veterans, men, and people in the perinatal period) and supports varied prevention strategies.
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