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Improved Suicide Care in Emergency Departments

This act aims to enhance how hospitals identify, assess, and treat patients at risk of suicide in emergency departments. Citizens can expect faster and more coordinated help during crises, improving their safety and access to mental health support.
Key points
Hospitals will receive grants to train staff and develop better procedures for identifying suicide risk.
Support for patients after discharge from the emergency department, including referrals for further treatment and support services.
Opportunity to hire mental health professionals in emergency departments to provide immediate assistance.
Special support for hospitals in high-suicide-rate areas and facilities serving Native American communities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_467
Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]
Process start date: 2021-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Effective Suicide Screening and Assessment in the Emergency Department Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_467.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hospitals will receive grants to train staff and develop better procedures for identifying suicide risk.
  • Support for patients after discharge from the emergency department, including referrals for further treatment and support services.
  • Opportunity to hire mental health professionals in emergency departments to provide immediate assistance.
  • Special support for hospitals in high-suicide-rate areas and facilities serving Native American communities.
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 Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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