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New Funding for Suicide Prevention: Expanding Access to Stabilization Services.

This bill establishes a new federal grant program to improve access to specialized stabilization services for individuals experiencing serious suicidal thoughts. Local health centers, schools, and crisis centers will receive funding to offer rapid, evidence-based help, often through outpatient or virtual care. Citizens will benefit from easier access to clinical interventions designed to immediately reduce suicide risk and manage acute emotional crises.
Key points
$30 million annually (2025-2029) authorized to fund stabilization programs for individuals in acute mental crisis.
Support will be available in less restrictive settings, such as local clinics, school, and university centers, increasing accessibility.
Services include outpatient care, virtual support, and peer services, focusing on eliminating immediate suicide risk.
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Additional Information
STOP Suicide Act
Print number: HR 9577
Sponsor: Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8]
Process start date: 2024-09-12