A resolution recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem and expressing support for the designation of September as “National Suicide Prevention Month”.
Latest action (24 Sep 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
This resolution, introduced in the Senate, formally recognizes suicide as a serious public health issue in the United States. It also expresses support for designating September as "National Suicide Prevention Month." The resolution states that suicide is the 10th leading cause of death nationally and the second leading cause for young adults and individuals aged 10-34.
The bill aims to raise awareness about the scope of suicide in the U.S., citing statistics on deaths, attempts, and the financial impact. It acknowledges that suicide can affect individuals with or without known mental health conditions and is influenced by various factors. The resolution declares suicide prevention a priority and supports strategies to improve access to mental health and substance use disorder treatments.
As of September 24, 2026, this resolution has been introduced by Senator Christopher Murphy and referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Resolutions typically do not become law unless they are also passed as bills or are attached to legislation that is enacted. Next steps would involve the committee considering the resolution and potentially scheduling it for a vote.
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Official summary
This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 24, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 899 do?
- This resolution, introduced in the Senate, formally recognizes suicide as a serious public health issue in the United States. It also expresses support for designating September as "National Suicide Prevention Month." The resolution states that suicide is the 10th leading cause of death nationally and the second leading cause for young adults and individuals aged 10-34. The bill aims to raise awareness about the scope of suicide in the U.S., citing statistics on deaths, attempts, and the financial impact. It acknowledges that suicide can affect individuals with or without known mental health conditions and is influenced by various factors. The resolution declares suicide prevention a priority and supports strategies to improve access to mental health and substance use disorder treatments. As of September 24, 2026, this resolution has been introduced by Senator Christopher Murphy and referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Resolutions typically do not become law unless they are also passed as bills or are attached to legislation that is enacted. Next steps would involve the committee considering the resolution and potentially scheduling it for a vote.
- Has S.Res. 899 become law?
- Not yet. As of 24 Sep 2026, S.Res. 899 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 899?
- S.Res. 899 was sponsored by Sen. Christopher Murphy [D-CT] (Democrat-CT), with 5 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 899?
- Introduced (24 Sep 2026).
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