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S.2982: Child Suicide Prevention and Lethal Means Safety Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Oct. 7, 2021
- Latest Major Action Oct. 7, 2021
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
7 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - Oct. 7, 2021
Bill Summary
Child Suicide Prevention and Lethal Means Safety Act This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish grant programs and set up a website to reduce suicide rates among youth and young adults (those under age 26), including by addressing the use of firearms in suicides and suicide attempts. Specifically, HHS must award grants to states, Indian tribes, health departments, hospitals, or other organizations to...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Oct. 7, 2021 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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| Oct. 7, 2021 |
Introduced in the Senate by Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) |