Not later than October 1, 2019, the workforce development board for the southwest workforce development region of the state shall identify appropriate written materials to distribute to employers on the topic of mental health conditions common to veterans, including post-traumatic stress disorder, risk of suicide, depression and grief. Such materials shall provide guidance on (1) identifying the signs and symptoms of such mental health conditions, and (2) assisting employees who are veterans and who exhibit such signs and symptoms in the workplace. The board shall distribute such materials to employers participating in or who may participate in the pilot programs established under sections 31-11ss and 31-11tt, and may distribute the materials to other employers that may hire veterans.