What does Preamble of Student Suicide Prevention Awareness Act of 2026 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To amend title V of the Public Health Service Act to provide for a public awareness campaign for schools regarding youth suicide prevention resources, and for other purposes,' aims to amend Title V of the Public Health Service Act. The bill intends to establish a public awareness campaign focused on schools. The campaign's subject matter is youth suicide prevention resources.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Student Suicide Prevention Awareness Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Student Suicide Prevention Awareness Act of 2026.

What does PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGN FOR SCHOOLS REGARDING YOUTH SUICIDE of Student Suicide Prevention Awareness Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 520B of the Public Health Service Act to establish a public awareness campaign on youth suicide prevention resources. The campaign will be carried out in coordination with the Secretary and include public outreach. Schools will receive support to update signage regarding available resources, such as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Signage must include the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline phone number and information on accessing support via phone, text, or digital chat. The signage must encourage students experiencing emotional distress to seek help and indicate that the 988 Lifeline is free, confidential, and available 24/7. Signage must be displayed in various locations throughout schools, including entrances, common areas, offices, and restrooms. The date in subsection (g) is changed from 2024 to 2027.

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Student Suicide Prevention Awareness Act of 2026

Last updated: 5/21/2026 · Introduced: 5/21/2026

Author: Troy Carter (D-LA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to establish a national public awareness campaign focused on youth suicide prevention resources for schools.
The bill requires schools to update signage with information about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, including contact methods and assurances of confidentiality and availability.
Schools will receive support to display this signage in prominent locations throughout their facilities to encourage students experiencing emotional distress to seek help.

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