Recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem and expressing support for the designation of September as "National Suicide Prevention Month" as well as September 10, 2025, as "World Suicide Prevention Day".
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Latest Action · September 10, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.Res. 697 is a congressional resolution recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem and officially supporting the designation of September as "National Suicide Prevention Month" and September 10, 2025, as "World Suicide Prevention Day." The resolution presents alarming statistics showing that suicide claimed approximately 49,316 lives in 2023 and was among the leading causes of death for people aged 10 to 64, with particularly high rates among young adults and veterans. The measure does not provide funding or establish new programs but instead affirms Congress's commitment to suicide prevention as a priority and calls for increased access to mental health and substance abuse services across all communities. The resolution emphasizes that suicide prevention requires tailored approaches for different populations and acknowledges that mental health deserves equal importance to physical health. By aligning with the internationally recognized World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10, this resolution aims to raise awareness about suicide prevention and combat the stigma that prevents at-risk individuals from seeking help.
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