HR0590 100TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, September is designated National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to come together with collective passion and strength around a difficult topic, to raise awareness, and to promote resources regarding suicide prevention; and

WHEREAS, Suicidal thoughts can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, or background, and although common, should not be considered normal and often indicate more serious issues; suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people; and

WHEREAS, Local and national organizations, like Suicide Prevention Services, are working diligently every day to address an issue that many still refuse to discuss in public; communities have an important role to play in supporting those who are vulnerable; and

WHEREAS, Everyone is encouraged to take the time to inquire as to the wellbeing of their family, friends, and neighbors and to genuinely convey their appreciation for their existence by any gesture they deem appropriate; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDREDTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we designate the month of September 2017 as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in the State of Illinois; and be it further

RESOLVED, That we encourage individuals, communities, and organizations throughout the State of Illinois to share suicide prevention awareness strategies and to ensure that individuals, friends, and families have access to resources they need to discuss suicide prevention.