Student Suicide Prevention Software Bill
Official: Saving Students with Software Act
IntroducedMay 20, 2025
Why This Matters
This bill aims to help schools purchase software that can detect signs of student self-harm or suicide. It provides funding to States to support this important mental health initiative.
If you are a parent of a school-aged child, this bill could help schools better support students' mental health.
Affects: Students in elementary and secondary schools, along with their teachers and school staff.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill creates a grant program for States to get funding for suicide prevention software. 2. The software will help alert school staff if students show signs of self-harm or suicide. 3. States must apply for these grants to receive the funding. 4. The program will focus on elementary and secondary schools across the country. 5. The Secretary of Education will oversee the grant program.
Who is affected?
Students in elementary and secondary schools, along with their teachers and school staff.