§7–416.

    (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.