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Resolution · 119th Congress · HRES 1519

Supporting the designation of September 17, 2026, as "National Physician Suicide Awareness Day" to raise awareness of, and promote a national discussion about, physician suicide and to reduce the stigma of mental health conditions, and for other purposes.

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Introduced 2026-09-08Topic: health care · public healthCommemorative

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This resolution states that the House of Representatives supports the goals of National Physician Suicide Awareness Day, observed on September 17. It supports setting aside a day of reflection to honor physicians who have died by suicide. It recognizes a need for more research into physician suicide, including barriers to treatment and mental health care options. It also encourages the President to issue a proclamation calling on people to observe the day with awareness and educational activities.

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Action history

DateChamberActionStatus effect
2026-09-08HouseReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.refer
2026-09-08HouseSubmitted in Houserefer
2026-09-08Submitted in Houseintroduce
Source: GovInfo Bill Status (Library of Congress), fetched 2026-09-11. Provisions and opinion polling arrive in a later release.