H.R. 3682 · 118th Congress

Cady Housh and Gemesha Thomas Student Suicide Prevention Act of 2023

Stage
In committee
Introduced
2023-05-25
Latest action
2023-05-26 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Summary

Cady Housh and Gemesha Thomas Student Suicide Prevention Act of 2023

This bill revises certain grants administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) that support youth suicide early-intervention and prevention strategies.

Specifically, the bill requires SAMHSA to award a portion of the grants for statewide training programs on emotional well-being, mental health, and suicide awareness and prevention for elementary and secondary school students and staff.