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AB 1956: Suicide prevention.
What AB 1956 does, verified August 20, 2026
The bill aims to improve suicide prevention efforts in California by expanding the focus of the Office of Suicide Prevention. The office will prioritize youth, particularly boys and young men, who are at higher risk of suicide. The office will also pay special attention to specific groups, including Native American youth, older adults, veterans, and LGBTQ+ individuals. The bill requires the office to report to the legislature on strategies to implement these efforts by July 1, 2028.
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Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3:30 p.m. (2026-08-18)Alert me
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| Aug. 18, 2026 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3:30 p.m. |
| Aug. 11, 2026 | In Assembly. Ordered to Engrossing and Enrolling. |
| Aug. 10, 2026 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Assembly. (Ayes 39. Noes 0.). |
| Aug. 04, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to Consent Calendar. |
| Aug. 03, 2026 | From committee: Be ordered to second reading file pursuant to Senate Rule 28.8 and ordered to Consent Calendar. |