Establishes one New Jersey Suicide Prevention Advisory Council in DOH.
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This bill establishes the New Jersey Suicide Prevention Advisory Council within the Department of Health. The council’s purpose is to examine existing needs and services related to suicide prevention and make recommendations to relevant entities. It aims to consolidate existing advisory councils and improve data collection and sharing regarding suicide attempts and deaths. The bill also outlines reporting requirements for professionals who suspect a student or youth is at risk of suicide.
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