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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.

5/22/2026, 8:07 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8961

The bill, H.R. 8961 of the 119th Congress, aims to amend title V of the Public Health Service Act to establish a public awareness campaign focused on youth suicide prevention resources for schools, among other purposes.

Current Status of Bill HR 8961

Bill HR 8961 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 21, 2026. Bill HR 8961 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 21, 2026.  Bill HR 8961's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of May 21, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8961

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8961

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8961

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.
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.

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