Congratulating Seattle Sounders FC on becoming the first Major League Soccer team to win all 5 major North American soccer trophies.

House Resolution

H.Res. 740

119th Congress

Congratulating Seattle Sounders FC on becoming the first Major League Soccer team to win all 5 major North American soccer trophies.

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 18, 2025

Primary Sponsor

David P. Joyce

Representative

Republican

OH-14

Cosponsors

12

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Summary

This resolution would designate a National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day to raise awareness about the high rate of suicide among military veterans and support efforts to prevent these tragic deaths.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution would designate a National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day to raise awareness about the high rate of suicide among military veterans and support efforts to prevent these tragic deaths.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution supports the designation of National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Designates a National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day to honor veterans and highlight the issue of veteran suicide.
Aims to increase public awareness about the high suicide rate among veterans and the need for more mental health resources and support programs.
Encourages the federal government, states, and local communities to organize activities and educational initiatives on this day to address veteran suicide prevention.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this resolution would directly benefit the veteran community by shining a national spotlight on the problem of veteran suicide and mobilizing more resources and attention towards solutions. It could lead to expanded mental health services, suicide prevention programs, and greater community support for at-risk veterans and their families.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Subjects

Commemorative events and holidays

Health promotion and preventive care

Mental health

Veterans' medical care

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

740, 119th Congress (2025). "Congratulating Seattle Sounders FC on becoming the first Major League Soccer team to win all 5 major North American soccer trophies.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-740