SB1014

Modifies mental health efforts in Missouri public schools, including suicide prevention training and mental health awareness instruction.

The bill modifies the "Jason Flatt/Avery Reine Cantor Act" to enhance mental health efforts in Missouri public schools. It mandates that each school district adopt a policy for youth suicide awareness and prevention, including training and education for employees. Starting in the 2027-28 school year, public schools serving grades five to eight must provide age-appropriate mental health awareness instruction. For the 2028-29 school year and beyond, schools serving grades nine through twelve must also provide such instruction.