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- H.R.4309
H.R.4309: Barriers to Suicide Act of 2019
About This Bill
- Introduced Sept. 12, 2019
- Latest Major Action Sept. 13, 2019
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
26 (24 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Sept. 12, 2019
Bill Summary
Barriers to Suicide Act of 2019 This bill requires the Department of Transportation (DOT) to establish a program to facilitate the installation of evidence-based suicide deterrents on bridges, including suicide prevention nets and barriers. DOT may award competitive grants to states and local governments to carry out the program. The Government Accountability Office must conduct a study to identify the types of structures, other than...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Sept. 13, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
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| Sept. 13, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
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| Sept. 12, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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| Sept. 12, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Donald Beyer (D-Va.) |