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Youth Suicide Prevention: School Training and Awareness

This new law aims to enhance student safety by mandating suicide awareness and prevention training for school personnel and secondary school students. This initiative will equip more individuals to recognize warning signs and direct those in need to appropriate help, potentially saving young lives.
Key points
Mandatory training for elementary and secondary school personnel (teachers, counselors, nurses, etc.) and secondary school students on emotional well-being, mental health, and suicide awareness and prevention.
Training will focus on recognizing warning signs, appropriate responses, and making referrals to mental health professionals, including cultural competency.
Increased funding for suicide prevention programs, with at least 15% allocated specifically for these new training requirements.
Special attention will be given to at-risk student populations, including minorities, LGBTQ+ youth, students with mental health conditions, substance use disorders, those experiencing homelessness, or self-harm.
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Print number: 118_HR_3682
Sponsor: Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5]
Process start date: 2023-05-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Cady Housh and Gemesha Thomas Student Suicide Prevention Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3682.

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 2023-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory training for elementary and secondary school personnel (teachers, counselors, nurses, etc.) and secondary school students on emotional well-being, mental health, and suicide awareness and prevention.
  • Training will focus on recognizing warning signs, appropriate responses, and making referrals to mental health professionals, including cultural competency.
  • Increased funding for suicide prevention programs, with at least 15% allocated specifically for these new training requirements.
  • Special attention will be given to at-risk student populations, including minorities, LGBTQ+ youth, students with mental health conditions, substance use disorders, those experiencing homelessness, or self-harm.
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. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5].

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 2025-12-25.

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Health Education