The 2025 Senate Joint Resolution 101, introduced by a bipartisan group of senators and representatives, seeks to declare November 2025 as Veteran Mental Health and Suicide Awareness Month in Wisconsin. This resolution highlights the significant mental health challenges faced by veterans, including high rates of posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, and suicide. In 2022, there were 6,407 veteran suicides nationwide, with Wisconsin reporting 134 veteran suicides that year, which represented 15 percent of all adult suicides in the state despite veterans constituting only about 5 percent of the adult population.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about these issues and promoting access to mental health resources for veterans, who often encounter stigmas and barriers when seeking help. It acknowledges the efforts of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs in addressing veteran suicide prevention and providing support services. By designating November as a month of awareness, the Wisconsin Legislature aims to honor veterans and encourage discussions around mental health and suicide prevention within the community.