HB8989Introduced in the House
Evidence-Based Youth Suicide Prevention Act of 2026
Introduced by Brittany Pettersen, District CO-7
What does this bill do?
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Official description
To amend the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to carry out demonstration programs to develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based strategies to prevent suicide among children and adolescents, and for other purposes.
Where it stands
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
May 21, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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