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...
Aug 12, 2019 | Stava
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...
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...
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...
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...