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WASHINGTON, May 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ On Wednesday, May 12 the U.S. House of Representatives passed a large group of mental health and suicide prevention bills in recognition of May Mental Health Month.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), the nation s largest suicide prevention organization, released this statement: As an organization dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, we would like to thank the U.S. House of Representatives for bringing vital pieces of legislation focused on mental health and suicide prevention to the floor and for supporting the passage of legislation that can save lives, including:
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