Suicide Prevention Infrastructure Bill
Official: Barriers to Suicide Act of 2025
This bill aims to reduce suicide rates by funding the installation of safety measures like nets and barriers on bridges and other structures. It focuses on areas with high suicide rates to save lives and improve community safety.
1. This bill creates a grant program for installing suicide deterrents like nets and barriers. 2. The Secretary of Transportation will manage the grant program and prioritize high-suicide areas. 3. Eligible recipients for grants include states and other approved entities. 4. The federal government will cover up to 80% of project costs. 5. A study will be conducted to assess the effectiveness of suicide prevention measures on various structures.
Communities with high suicide rates and individuals at risk of suicide.