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Gun Suicide Prevention Act
12/31/2022, 5:36 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5436
The Gun Suicide Prevention Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 5436, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the issue of gun-related suicides in the United States.
The bill proposes several measures to help prevent gun suicides. One key provision is the implementation of a national suicide prevention hotline specifically for individuals at risk of harming themselves with a firearm. This hotline would provide resources and support for those in crisis, with the goal of reducing the number of gun-related suicides.
Additionally, the Gun Suicide Prevention Act includes funding for research on effective suicide prevention strategies, particularly those related to firearms. This research would help inform future policies and initiatives aimed at reducing gun suicides. Another important aspect of the bill is the requirement for gun owners to securely store their firearms to prevent access by individuals at risk of suicide. This measure is intended to reduce impulsive acts of self-harm involving firearms. Overall, the Gun Suicide Prevention Act aims to address the issue of gun-related suicides through a combination of prevention measures, research funding, and safe storage requirements. Supporters of the bill argue that these measures are necessary to reduce the high rate of gun suicides in the United States and save lives.
The bill proposes several measures to help prevent gun suicides. One key provision is the implementation of a national suicide prevention hotline specifically for individuals at risk of harming themselves with a firearm. This hotline would provide resources and support for those in crisis, with the goal of reducing the number of gun-related suicides.
Additionally, the Gun Suicide Prevention Act includes funding for research on effective suicide prevention strategies, particularly those related to firearms. This research would help inform future policies and initiatives aimed at reducing gun suicides. Another important aspect of the bill is the requirement for gun owners to securely store their firearms to prevent access by individuals at risk of suicide. This measure is intended to reduce impulsive acts of self-harm involving firearms. Overall, the Gun Suicide Prevention Act aims to address the issue of gun-related suicides through a combination of prevention measures, research funding, and safe storage requirements. Supporters of the bill argue that these measures are necessary to reduce the high rate of gun suicides in the United States and save lives.
Congressional Summary of HR 5436
Gun Suicide Prevention Act
This bill prohibits manufacturers and retailers from selling firearms unless the firearm includes a label with the toll-free telephone number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5436
Bill HR 5436 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 30, 2021. Bill HR 5436 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 30, 2021. Bill HR 5436's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce. as of October 1, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5436
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
18Democrat Cosponsors
18Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5436
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5436
To prohibit the sale of a firearm unless the firearm or packaging carries a label that provides the number of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
Gun Suicide Prevention Act
Gun Suicide Prevention Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5436
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