Expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2024 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2024, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day".
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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.
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AI Government Intelligence™House Resolution 1310 from the 118th Congress expresses support for designating June 2024 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2024, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day." The resolution aims to raise awareness about post-traumatic stress, particularly among members of the armed forces and veterans. The bill was referred to the Committees on Armed Services and Veterans' Affairs for consideration but ultimately failed or expired without further legislative action. No full text or detailed provisions are available for this resolution.
H.Res. 1310 sought to officially recognize June 2024 as a month and a specific day for raising awareness about post-traumatic stress but did not advance beyond committee referral and expired without enactment.
- The resolution supports designating June 2024 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month.
- It also supports designating June 27, 2024, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day.
- The bill was referred to the House Committees on Armed Services and Veterans' Affairs but did not progress further.
['Members of the armed forces', 'Veterans', 'Organizations focused on mental health and post-traumatic stress', 'General public through increased awareness']
['No implementation or enforcement provisions are included, limiting direct impact.', 'The resolution does not allocate funding or specify oversight mechanisms.', 'As a non-binding resolution, it carries no legal authority or mandatory requirements.']
The resolution was introduced during the 118th Congress and referred to committees with jurisdiction over military and veterans' issues. It aligns with ongoing congressional efforts to recognize and address mental health challenges faced by service members and veterans. However, it did not advance beyond committee referral and expired without further action.
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['Increased public and congressional awareness of post-traumatic stress issues during June 2024.', 'Potential encouragement for organizations and communities to hold related events or campaigns.', 'Possible influence on future legislative efforts addressing mental health in the armed forces and veteran populations.']
The resolution is a symbolic measure without binding authority, funding, or enforcement mechanisms. Transparency considerations include the absence of a full bill text and lack of detailed provisions. Oversight is limited as the resolution expired without further action, highlighting the importance of tracking bill progress and status for public understanding.
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