A resolution 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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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4337; text: CR S4346-4347)
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AI Government Intelligence™Senate Resolution 761 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 was submitted and agreed to by unanimous consent in the Senate without amendments. It falls under the policy area of Armed Forces and National Security. The resolution is a formal statement of support and does not include legislative provisions or appropriations.
S.Res. 761 is a non-binding resolution recognizing June 2024 for raising awareness about post-traumatic stress, passed unanimously in the Senate but has since expired without further legislative action.
- Designates June 2024 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month.
- Designates June 27, 2024, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day.
- Passed in the Senate by unanimous consent without amendments.
- The resolution is symbolic and does not create binding legal obligations or funding.
- Classified under Armed Forces and National Security policy area.
['Individuals affected by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)', 'Veterans and active military personnel', 'Mental health advocacy organizations', 'Healthcare providers specializing in PTSD', 'General public through increased awareness']
['No direct funding or enforcement mechanisms are included, limiting practical impact.', 'As a non-binding resolution, it relies on voluntary actions for awareness efforts.', 'Lack of detailed implementation guidance may affect consistency of observance.']
The resolution was introduced and passed in the Senate during the 118th Congress, reflecting bipartisan support for raising awareness about PTSD, particularly within the context of military service and national security. It did not advance beyond Senate approval and is currently listed as failed or expired.
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['Increased public and institutional awareness of PTSD may encourage voluntary educational and support activities.', 'Potential for enhanced advocacy efforts by mental health organizations during the designated month and day.', 'May influence future legislative or policy initiatives related to PTSD awareness and treatment.']
As a non-binding Senate resolution without funding or enforcement provisions, S.Res. 761 serves primarily a symbolic role. Transparency considerations include the absence of detailed implementation plans or oversight mechanisms, which limits the ability to track or evaluate the resolution's impact on PTSD awareness efforts.
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