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CA AB2273

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

9/13/2016

Primary Sponsor

Jacqui Irwin

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Origin

State Assembly

2015-2016 Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits prosecution of members of the active militia, including the California National Guard, for attempted suicide as a military crime.
  • Requires the Adjutant General to refer any member of the active militia who attempts suicide to the department's Behavioral Health Liaison Program or successor for assistance, counseling, or referral to appropriate services as soon as practically possible.
  • Amends Section 451 of the Military and Veterans Code to add these protections while maintaining existing governance under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.

Legislative Description

Military law: suicide.

Last Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 328, Statutes of 2016.

9/13/2016

Committee Referrals

Appropriations6/14/2016
Veterans Affairs5/5/2016
Rules4/21/2016
Appropriations3/30/2016
Veterans Affairs3/3/2016

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