HB48Introduced in the House of Delegates
Suicide prevention; VDH to convene work group to develop plan to reduce among at-risk populations.
Introduced by David Reid, District 28
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Department of Health; suicide prevention; at-risk populations; work group; report. Directs the Department of Health to convene a work group to develop a statewide strategic plan to reduce suicides among at-risk populations in the Commonwealth. The bill requires the work group to submit its findings and recommendations to the Governor, the Joint Commission on Health Care, the Chair of the House Committee on Health and Human Services, and the Chair of the Senate Committee on Education and Health by November 1, 2026.
Where it stands
Left in Committee Rules
February 18, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
House of DelegatesStage: Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (5-Y 0-N) · January 23, 2026
5
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
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What do people think?
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See how each delegate voted
| Delegate | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Sullivan | 6 | Yes |
| Dan Helmer | 10 | Yes |
| Kathy Tran | 18 | Yes |
| Terry Kilgore | 45 | Yes |
| C.E. Hayes | 91 | Yes |
Bill history
Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26102581D
Referred to Committee on Rules
Assigned HRUL sub: Studies Subcommittee
House subcommittee offered
Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (5-Y 0-N)
Left in Committee Rules
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