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Youth Suicide Prevention: Healthcare Training and Safe Firearm Storage Grants.

This Act aims to reduce suicide rates among individuals under 26 by funding training programs for healthcare providers. Citizens can expect that doctors and other specialists will be better equipped to identify suicide risks and discuss the safe storage of lethal means, including firearms, in their homes. A portion of the funds may be used to provide secure gun storage devices at reduced or no cost to families with young individuals.
Key points
Funding for training healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, psychologists) on early detection of suicide and self-harm risks in individuals up to age 26.
Mandatory education for healthcare providers on lethal means safety, including the safe storage of firearms, as a suicide prevention measure.
Grants allow up to 15% of funds to be used to provide secure gun storage or safety devices at reduced or no cost to residences with at least one covered individual.
Creation of a public informational website detailing best practices for suicide prevention and lethal means safety, accessible to families and caregivers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3779
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2024-02-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Child Suicide Prevention and Lethal Means Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3779.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-02-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding for training healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, psychologists) on early detection of suicide and self-harm risks in individuals up to age 26.
  • Mandatory education for healthcare providers on lethal means safety, including the safe storage of firearms, as a suicide prevention measure.
  • Grants allow up to 15% of funds to be used to provide secure gun storage or safety devices at reduced or no cost to residences with at least one covered individual.
  • Creation of a public informational website detailing best practices for suicide prevention and lethal means safety, accessible to families and caregivers.
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. Schatz, Brian [D-HI].

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 2025-12-26.

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