Bill · H.Res. 542· House(119-HRES-542)
Expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2025 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2025, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day".
- Introduced
- 6/24/2025
- Last activity
- 6/24/2025 — 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.
- Sponsored by
- Scott Peters
- Cosponsors
- - 4 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating June 2025 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2025, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day." It highlights the high rates of post-traumatic stress among veterans from various conflicts and the risks associated with untreated stress. The text notes that stigma and lack of access to treatment often prevent people from seeking help. By establishing these awareness designations, the resolution aims to raise public awareness and reduce stigma. It also supports educational and cultural change efforts by the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Yes· 3 of 4
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+7
The resolution promotes awareness and support for the mental health needs of veterans facing PTSD.
Does this help veterans get medical care?+6
The resolution specifically aims to increase awareness and support for treatment of PTSD among veterans.
Does this make mental health care easier to get?+5
The resolution promotes awareness and education to help improve access to mental health treatment for PTSD.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Raising Awareness and Reducing Stigma: The designation of a national awareness month and day aims to raise public awareness about post-symptom issues and help eliminate the stigma associated with mental health conditions (Resolution, Section 1).
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Improving Treatment Outcomes: Increased understanding and timely treatment of post-traumatic stress responses can help diminish complications and prevent suicides (Resolution, Whereas clauses).
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Support for Education: The resolution supports efforts by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense to educate service members, veterans, families, and the public regarding the causes, symptoms, and treatment of post-traumatic stress (Resolution, Section 2).
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Fostering Cultural Change: It supports efforts to foster cultural change regarding post-traumatic stress to help advance treatment and save lives through personal interactions (Resolution, Section 3).
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Encouraging Care for Service Members: The resolution encourages the leadership of the Armed Forces to support appropriate treatment for those suffering from post-traumatic stress (Resolution, Section 4).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Healthcare
- Improves Veterans Healthcare+6Improves Mental Health Access+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+7
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+5
- 12/18/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/15/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/24/2025
- Submitted in House
- 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.
- 4 Cosponsors added.
2 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-HRES-1396: Expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2026 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2026, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day".
- 119-SRES-758: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2026 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2026, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day".
Jack BergmanRepublican · Michigan
Seth MoultonDemocrat · Massachusetts
Brian MastRepublican · Florida
Kristen McDonald RivetDemocrat · Michigan
Donald NorcrossDemocrat · New Jersey
Mike ThompsonDemocrat · California