This bill amends Louisiana's existing law regarding youth suicide prevention programs by requiring that the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline number be updated to "988" on all public and approved nonpublic secondary school websites. Specifically, it modifies R.S. 17:282.4(F)(1)(a) to ensure that this updated hotline number is prominently displayed, thereby enhancing accessibility to mental health resources for students.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2024, allowing schools time to implement the necessary changes to their websites. This legislative action aims to promote awareness and provide immediate support for students in crisis, reflecting a commitment to improving mental health resources within educational institutions.

Statutes affected:
SB310 Original: 17:4(F)(1)
SB310 Engrossed: 17:4(F)(1)
SB310 Enrolled: 17:4(F)(1)
SB310 Act 331: 17:4(F)(1)