H.Res. 1396 is a resolution that expresses support for designating June 2026 as 'National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month' and June 27, 2026, as 'National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day.' The resolution aims to raise awareness about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and its impact on individuals, particularly veterans and first responders.
The resolution has been positively received in media outlets that focus on mental health awareness, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing PTSD. Supporters argue that this designation will help reduce stigma and encourage individuals affected by PTSD to seek help.
Some critics have raised concerns about the effectiveness of designating awareness months, arguing that it may not lead to substantial changes in policy or funding for mental health services. Others feel that the focus should be on immediate action rather than symbolic gestures.
The bill, H.Res. 1396, expresses support for National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month and Day, which does not directly intersect with the top donor industries of the sponsor, Scott Peters. His primary donors come from the Health Professionals sector, contributing a substantial $960 million, and the Retired sector, contributing $300 million. While these industries are related to health and wellness, they do not have a direct financial interest in the specific designation of awareness months or days. Additionally, the lobbying activity in this policy area does not include any major health organizations or entities that would typically be concerned with PTSD awareness, indicating a lack of direct financial influence on this bill's subject matter. Therefore, the risk of conflict of interest appears low.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SECURITIES INDUSTRY AND FINANCIAL MARKETS ASSOCIATION | SECURITIES INDUSTRY AND FINANCIAL MARKETS ASSOCIATION | $1,930,000 |
| MEDLINE | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $80,000 |
| AMERICAN FLOOD COALITION ACTION INC | ALPINE GROUP PARTNERS, LLC. | $60,000 |
| PEABODY ENERGY CORPORATION | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $50,000 |
| LUFTHANSA GERMAN AIRLINES | CAPITOL POINT GROUP, LLC | $50,000 |
| COMCAST CORPORATION | THEGROUP DC, LLC | $50,000 |
| AMERICA'S POISON CENTERS (APC) | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | $50,000 |
| MERIDIAM INFRASTRUCTURE | CAPITOL POINT GROUP, LLC | $40,000 |
| TULANE UNIVERSITY | LEWIS-BURKE ASSOCIATES, LLC | $40,000 |
| CLEAN FUELS ALLIANCE AMERICA (FORMERLY REPORTED AS NATIONAL BIODIESEL BOARD) | BRACEWELL LLP | $40,000 |
| MAXIMUS | BRICK STREET STRATEGY | $30,000 |
| JOHNSON & JOHNSON | BRICK STREET STRATEGY | $30,000 |
| BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION | BRICK STREET STRATEGY | $20,000 |
| BASIS PATH | BUTLER SNOW LLP | undisclosed |
| WESTERVELT ECOLOGICAL SERVICES | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Scott Peters, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
