The bill establishes the New Jersey Statewide Suicide Prevention Coordination and Oversight Council within the Department of Human Services (DHS). The council's primary responsibilities include evaluating existing suicide prevention programs, developing reporting standards for these entities, providing guidance based on best practices, and serving as a centralized hub for collecting and analyzing non-identifying data related to suicide attempts and completions. The council will consist of 25 members, including various state commissioners and public members appointed by the Governor, President of the Senate, and Speaker of the General Assembly, with a focus on diverse expertise in mental health and suicide prevention.

Additionally, the council is tasked with compiling and disseminating data to relevant state and federal authorities while ensuring compliance with privacy laws. It will meet at least bi-monthly and is required to submit an annual report to the Governor and Legislature summarizing its findings and recommendations for improving suicide prevention efforts. The bill emphasizes the importance of data collection and analysis in enhancing the effectiveness of suicide prevention initiatives across New Jersey.