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Suicide and Self-Harm Prevention Support in Primary Care Offices

This new law aims to establish programs for self-harm and suicide prevention directly within primary care offices. This will provide citizens with easier access to psychological support, potentially improving their mental health and safety. Doctors will be able to identify individuals in need of help more quickly and refer them to specialists.
Key points
Primary care offices will receive grants to hire clinical social workers who will offer short-term psychological support.
Primary care physicians will screen patients for self-harm and suicide and, if necessary, refer them to specialists.
The program aims to increase the accessibility of mental health services within routine medical care.
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Print number: 117_HR_2648
Sponsor: Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-11]
Process start date: 2021-04-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Suicide Prevention Assistance Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2648.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Primary care offices will receive grants to hire clinical social workers who will offer short-term psychological support.
  • Primary care physicians will screen patients for self-harm and suicide and, if necessary, refer them to specialists.
  • The program aims to increase the accessibility of mental health services within routine medical care.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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Health