# Plain Language Summary: National PTSD Awareness Month Resolution

This is a symbolic resolution that designates June 2022 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Month" and June 27, 2022, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day." In practical terms, this means Congress is officially recognizing these dates to draw attention to post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI), which is a condition affecting many military service members and veterans.

The resolution doesn't create any new laws, funding, or programs. It's essentially Congress saying "we support raising awareness about this issue." Think of it like a proclamation—it's a formal statement of support rather than something that changes how government operates or affects your daily life. The resolution encourages people to use these designated dates to educate the public about PTSI, its effects on those who've experienced trauma, and available resources for treatment and support.

Who this affects most directly are military veterans and active-duty service members dealing with PTSI, along with their families and the organizations that support them. The awareness month gives these groups a platform to highlight the condition and advocate for better mental health services. For the general public, it's an opportunity to learn more about what PTSI is and how it impacts those who've served in the military. While the resolution itself doesn't change policy or allocate money, it signals congressional support for the issue, which can help build momentum for future legislation or funding related to mental health services for veterans.

Expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2022 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Month" and June 27, 2022, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day".

Peters, Scott H.

This resolution supports the designations of National Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Month and National Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day. The resolution supports (1) the education of members of the Armed Forces, veterans, their families, and the public about post-traumatic stress; and (2) efforts by the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense to foster cultural change around the issue of post-traumatic stress. The resolution also encourages the leadership of the Armed Forces to support treatment of members of the Armed Forces who suffer from post-traumatic stress.