Introductory Statement on S. 5558

Senator Padilla introduced the bipartisan Barriers to Suicide Act, which would create competitive grants to help state and local governments fund nets and barriers on bridges and other high-risk sites to prevent suicide, citing studies showing such barriers can cut suicides at these sites significantly. He urged Congress to pass the bill quickly.Written by AI from the debate. Updated .

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