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Pappas-Supported Law to Link Mental Health Service Experts and Troubled Teens

Aug 12, 2019 | Pappas

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law backed by state Rep. Diane Pappas, D-Itasca, will require the Department of Human Services (DHS) to create a database of mental health resources to combat school shootings and lower suicide rates among teens battling mental health...

Stava-Murray Suicide Prevention Measure Signed Into Law

Aug 12, 2019 | Stava-Murray

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – Legislation sponsored by state Rep. Anne Stava-Murray, D-Naperville, to expand the state’s suicide prevention efforts and implement a comprehensive suicide prevention strategy was signed into law on Friday.“Suicide prevention is a critical part...

Mussman Backs Effort to Improve Suicide Prevention

May 23, 2019 | Mussman

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing her advocacy for mental health, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is supporting legislation that would update policies to include updated research and additional measures related to suicide prevention, education, and...

State Rep. Walker Backs Legislation Updating State’s Suicide Prevention Plan

May 22, 2019 | Walker

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Recognizing the immense personal, familial and societal trauma resulting from suicide deaths, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, has co-sponsored legislation which would update Illinois’ suicide prevention strategy.“In 2017, suicide...

Halpin Highlights Issue of Veterans Combatting Depression and Suicidal Thoughts

Mar 21, 2019 | Halpin

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois veterans are facing high rates of suicide and depression and state Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, recently proposed a statement of support to draw attention to this problem.“The brave men and women who have served in our armed forces are...

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