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- H.RES.212
H.RES.212: Recognizing suicide as a national problem, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about families
- Introduced July 31, 1997
- Latest Major Action Oct. 9, 1998
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
92 (65 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 27 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Declares that the House of Representatives recognizes suicide as a national problem and declares suicide prevention a national priority, acknowledges that no single prevention program will be appropriate for all populations or communities, and encourages certain initiatives, including the development (and the promotion of accessibility and affordability) of mental health services to enable all persons at risk for suicide to obtain services...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
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Mr. Burr moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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Considered under suspension of the rules.
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| July 31, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by John Lewis (D-Ga.) |