S1109
An Act relative to preventing suicide
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Bill overview
This bill, S.1109, aims to prevent suicide in Massachusetts by addressing related issues. It seeks to examine and potentially implement strategies to reduce suicide rates and improve support systems. The bill’s specific details are currently under consideration through hearings and revisions, with a related bill, S.3027, also addressing criminal harassment resulting in serious bodily injury or death.
Key provisions
- Scheduling a hearing to discuss suicide prevention strategies.
- Examining existing support systems for individuals at risk of suicide.
- Potential revisions and updates to current legislation.
- Considering related legislation, such as H.699, focused on school-based suicide prevention.
Who is affected
- Individuals at risk of suicide
- Families and communities affected by suicide
- Healthcare providers
- Mental health professionals
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- The bill is currently being revised and updated, with S.3027 serving as a related draft.
- The bill’s progression involves ongoing hearings and committee review.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Barry R. Finegold
Cosponsors
Barry R. Finegold
Mark C. Montigny
Mark D. Sylvia
Michael O. Moore
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Bill S.1109 194th (Current)
An Act relative to preventing suicide
By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1109) of Barry R. Finegold, Mark C. Montigny and Michael O. Moore for legislation relative to preventing suicide. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Barry R. Finegold
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Bill History
Displaying 7 actions for Bill S.1109
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 4/1/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-2 |
| 2/12/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Monday March 2, 2026 |
| 2/26/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Thursday April 2, 2026 |
| 4/2/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S3027 |
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