AR HB1666

Requires state-supported and private nonprofit two- and four-year colleges and universities in Arkansas to provide mental health and suicide prevention information to all entering full-time undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, including transfers.

Information must cover available mental health and suicide prevention services offered by the institution or associated organizations, and early warning signs for suicide with appropriate intervention strategies.

Institutions must deliver information through live presentations or interactive formats such as online programs or videos, but cannot use paper format alone.

Applies to institutions eligible to receive Title IV federal student aid funds with primary headquarters located in Arkansas.

Bill was approved on April 6, 2017.