SB2439

VETS SUICIDE PREVNTION COUNCIL

Introduced·2/7/25
Introduced Text

Illinois SB2439 establishes a council to advise on veteran suicide prevention through breakthrough therapies.

Illinois SB2439 creates the Breakthrough Therapies for Veteran Suicide Prevention Program Advisory Council within the Department of Healthcare and Family Services. The Council advises on rules, clinical infrastructure, and training for medication-assisted therapies. Members, appointed by the Governor, Senate President, House Speaker, and Minority Leaders, include veterans and experts in relevant fields. They serve without compensation but can be reimbursed for travel expenses. The Council also develops criteria for grant awards, public awareness campaigns, and evaluates the program's budget.

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History

Mar 4

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Laura M. Murphy

Jun 2, 2025

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

Jun 2, 2025

Senate

Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments