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Suicide Prevention Campaign: Support and Education for the Public

This act establishes a national media campaign to prevent suicide. It aims to educate families and communities on how to recognize signs and where to seek help, increasing awareness of available support resources. The goal is to improve access to information and resources for individuals in crisis and their loved ones.
Key points
Establishment of a national media campaign to promote suicide prevention and increase awareness of support resources.
Support for educating families and communities on recognizing suicidal thoughts and encouraging help-seeking.
Strengthening the national suicide prevention hotline by linking it to a universal telephone number.
Requirement for testing and evaluating campaign effectiveness, including monitoring hotline call volumes and engagement with support resources.
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Print number: 117_HR_2862
Sponsor: Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]
Process start date: 2021-04-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Campaign to Prevent Suicide Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2862.

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 2021-04-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a national media campaign to promote suicide prevention and increase awareness of support resources.
  • Support for educating families and communities on recognizing suicidal thoughts and encouraging help-seeking.
  • Strengthening the national suicide prevention hotline by linking it to a universal telephone number.
  • Requirement for testing and evaluating campaign effectiveness, including monitoring hotline call volumes and engagement with support resources.
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. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Pursuant to section 6 of H. Res. 380, and the motion offered by Mr. Hoyer, the following bills passed under suspension of the rules: H.R. 297; H.R. 433; H.R. 478; H.R. 586; H.R. 721, as amended; H.R. 768; H.R. 810; H.R. 1205; H.R. 1260, as amended; H.R. 1324; H.R. 1448, as amended; H.R. 1475, as amended; H.R. 1480, as amended; H.R. 2862, as amended; H.R. 2955; and H.R. 2981. (consideration: CR H2235-2246; text: CR H2243-2244)

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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