The bill establishes the New Jersey Statewide Suicide Prevention Coordination and Oversight Council within the Department of Human Services (DHS). The council's primary purpose is to evaluate existing suicide prevention activities, develop reporting standards for related entities, provide guidance based on best practices, and serve as a centralized hub for collecting and analyzing non-identifying data on suicide attempts and completions. The council will also compile and share aggregate data with relevant authorities while ensuring compliance with privacy laws. It will consist of 25 members, including various state commissioners and public members with expertise in mental health and suicide prevention.

Additionally, the council is tasked with issuing an annual report to the Governor and the Legislature, summarizing the data collected and providing recommendations for improving suicide prevention efforts. Public members will serve five-year terms, with initial appointments staggered to ensure continuity. The bill emphasizes the importance of collaboration among state agencies and the need for standardized data collection to enhance the effectiveness of suicide prevention initiatives across New Jersey.