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DE HB55
Bill
Status
6/3/2021
Primary Sponsor
Sean Matthews
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Delaware Gun Shop Project, a suicide prevention initiative modeled after programs in 21+ other states that partners with firearm retailers to help prevent suicides by firearms
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Requires the Delaware Suicide Prevention Coalition to manage the Gun Shop Project, with staffing support from the Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health
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Mandates development of suicide prevention educational materials including written materials (pamphlets, signs, posters) and an online training course for deadly weapons dealers and customers
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Educational materials must cover clinical signs and symptoms indicating suicide risk, available prevention resources, and be made available at gun shops for distribution at point of purchase
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Requires annual reporting to the General Assembly and Governor on the project's progress, number of participating dealers, and training attendees
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Gun Shop Project.
Last Action
Signed by Governor
6/3/2021