Introduced
September 8, 2026
Ms. Stevens (for herself, Mr. Fitzpatrick, Ms. Norton, Mrs. Watson Coleman, and Ms. Barragán) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce
RESOLUTION
Supporting the designation of September 17, 2026, as “National Physician Suicide Awareness Day” to raise awareness of, and promote a national discussion about, physician suicide and to reduce the stigma of mental health conditions, and for other purposes.
- (1) supports the goals of National Physician Suicide Awareness Day to bring national attention to the mental health crisis affecting physicians in the United States;
- (2) supports the dedication of a day of reflection to honor the memory of physicians who have died by suicide;
- (3) recognizes the need for greater research into understanding and addressing the issue of physician suicide, including the barriers to treatment, help-seeking behaviors to address burnout, and mental health care options to prevent physician suicide; and
- (4) encourages the President to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe National Physician Suicide Awareness Day with appropriate awareness and educational activities.