Senate marks September 30 as Veterans Suicide Prevention Day
S.Res. 946 — A resolution designating September 30, 2026, as "National Veterans Suicide Prevention Day". · Filed by Thom Tillis (R-NC) · 32 cosponsors · Introduced Sep 30, 2026 · Passed chamber
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What it does
This resolution designates September 30, 2026, as 'National Veterans Suicide Prevention Day' — a commemorative observance with no binding legal effect. It is a messaging bill intended to raise public awareness of veteran suicide prevention.
Why we flagged it
This is a simple Senate resolution designating a national observance day. It performs no legislative function beyond symbolic recognition and public messaging.
Who it affects
The resolution itself creates no legal change or direct public benefit or cost. However, symbolic recognition of veteran suicide prevention may support broader advocacy and awareness efforts, while the resolution alone does not fund services, mandate policy, or guarantee action.
Named in the bill
U.S. Senate, Veterans, Suicide Prevention
Where it stands
32 cosponsors: 20 Democrats, 10 Republicans, 2 Independents.
- Sep 30, 2026 — Passed the Senate · Congress.gov: “Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a…”
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How this was measured
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