GA HR1321

Recognizes and commends the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and its Georgia chapter for leadership in suicide prevention efforts

Notes the Georgia chapter's Advocacy Action Day scheduled for February 12, 2026, to engage policymakers on evidence-informed suicide prevention actions

Cites 2024 Georgia Student Health Survey data showing more than 73,000 students in grades 6-12 reported seriously considering attempting suicide in the past year

Highlights CDC data showing Georgia experienced the largest increase among all 50 states in suicide rates for young adults ages 18-27 (approximately 65% increase) from 2014 to 2024

Encourages all Georgians to promote help-seeking, share crisis resources including the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, and support individuals in distress