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MO HB3305
Bill
Status
2/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mark Matthiesen
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AI Summary
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Renames existing suicide prevention law the "Jason Flatt/Avery Reine Cantor Act" and requires suicide prevention training starting in the 2027-28 school year to include the Columbia Protocol (C-SSRS) suicide risk assessment tool and instruction on a new state virtual mental health resource tool
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Requires the Missouri Department of Mental Health's children's office to develop and implement a virtual mental health resource tool by July 1, 2027, providing information, an online resource directory, screening questions, and assessment capabilities for individuals seeking mental health support
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Creates "Brennan's Law" mandating mental health awareness training for all public school students in grades 5-8 before entering grade 9, beginning in the 2027-28 school year
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Expands high school mental health instruction requirements starting in 2027-28 to include suicide awareness, information about the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, and tools for identifying potential suicide signs
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Requires public and charter schools serving grades 7-12 to print the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline number and local police non-emergency number on student ID cards beginning July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Modifies provisions governing mental health efforts in public schools
Last Action
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2/17/2026