(a) The Governor annually shall proclaim September 30 as Maryland Veterans Suicide Prevention Day. (b) The proclamation shall declare Maryland Veterans Suicide Prevention Day: (1) a day of reflection, recollection, and determination for Maryland veterans, service members, family members, and all Marylanders to remember the human tragedy that is associated with veteran suicide; and (2) a pledge to our veteran community to: (i) work to destigmatize mental health support; (ii) create more opportunities for those with mental health issues to speak freely and get the support they need; and (iii) encourage veterans to reach out for help.
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