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USA119th CongressHRES-1519| House 
| Updated: 9/8/2026

Energy and Commerce Committee

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  • Enacted
This House Resolution advocates for the designation of September 17, 2026, as National Physician Suicide Awareness Day . The primary goals are to raise public awareness about physician suicide, foster a national dialogue on the issue, and actively work to reduce the pervasive stigma surrounding mental health conditions within the medical profession. The resolution specifically supports bringing national attention to the mental health crisis affecting physicians and dedicates a day of reflection to honor those lost to suicide. It also recognizes the critical need for greater research into understanding and addressing physician suicide, including barriers to treatment and effective mental health care options. Furthermore, it encourages the President to issue a proclamation urging nationwide observance with appropriate awareness and educational activities.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-2144
of 2019

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-6666
2 for 1 Act
Sep 8, 2026
Submitted in House
Sep 8, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-2144
    of 2019


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-6666
    2 for 1 Act


  • September 8, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • September 8, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

USA119th CongressHRES-1519| House 
| Updated: 9/8/2026
This House Resolution advocates for the designation of September 17, 2026, as National Physician Suicide Awareness Day . The primary goals are to raise public awareness about physician suicide, foster a national dialogue on the issue, and actively work to reduce the pervasive stigma surrounding mental health conditions within the medical profession. The resolution specifically supports bringing national attention to the mental health crisis affecting physicians and dedicates a day of reflection to honor those lost to suicide. It also recognizes the critical need for greater research into understanding and addressing physician suicide, including barriers to treatment and effective mental health care options. Furthermore, it encourages the President to issue a proclamation urging nationwide observance with appropriate awareness and educational activities.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-2144
of 2019

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-6666
2 for 1 Act
Sep 8, 2026
Submitted in House
Sep 8, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-2144
    of 2019


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-6666
    2 for 1 Act


  • September 8, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • September 8, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted