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FL S0302
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AI Summary
- Urges Congress to recognize veteran suicide as an epidemic and fully fund suicide prevention efforts by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs
- Notes that the Department of Veterans Affairs reported an average of 17.6 veteran suicides per day in 2018, totaling 6,435 deaths that year
- Identifies risk factors for veteran suicide including sleep disorders, chronic pain, traumatic brain injuries, mental health conditions, and economic struggles from employment transitions
- Recognizes the VA's Veteran Crisis Line as the world's largest provider of crisis services, receiving approximately 650,000 calls annually
- Directs copies of the memorial to be sent to the President, Congressional leadership, and all members of the Florida Congressional delegation
Legislative Description
Recognizing Veteran Suicide
Last Action
Signed by Officers and filed with Secretary of State
2/16/2022
Committee Referrals
Rules12/1/2021
Rules12/1/2021
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