SRES 698 United States Senate · 118th Congress

A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 9, 2024, as "Veterans Get Outside Day".

This Senate resolution (SRES 698) expresses support for designating June 9, 2024, as "Veterans Get Outside Day" to help veterans experiencing mental health challenges like PTSD, depression, or traumatic brain injuries. It encourages coordination between the Veterans Affairs Secretary, Forest Service Chief, and National Park Service Director to align this day with existing outdoor programs like National Get Outdoors Month. The resolution focuses on promoting nature-based activities as a supportive resource, without creating new laws or funding.

Issues: ✓ Veterans

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

May 2024

Committee Review

Senate Passage

May 2024

House Passage

President

Introduced May 16, 2024 Last action May 16, 2024

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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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May 16, 2024

Introduced

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3760-3761; text: CR S3759)

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May 16, 2024

Upper · Passed

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3760-3761; text: CR S3759)

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May 16, 2024

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Introduced in Senate

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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors