Texas 89th Legislature
Suicide
4 bills (67%) have bipartisan support.
Suicide Filing Activity
Compliance & Cost
Leading Authors
All Bills (6)
Relating to information and data regarding the incidence of veteran deaths in this state.
Relating to information and data regarding the incidence of veteran deaths in this state.
Relating to the transfer of functions relating to certain veteran mental health programs and plans to the Texas Veterans Commission.
Relating to the transfer of functions relating to certain veteran mental health programs and plans to the Texas Veterans Commission.
Relating to an advisory committee to study suicide prevention and peer support programs in fire departments in this state.
Relating to an advisory committee to study suicide prevention and peer support programs in fire departments in this state.
Relating to required reporting by the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding youth in the managing conservatorship of the department who attempt suicide.
Relating to required reporting by the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding youth in the managing conservatorship of the department who attempt suicide.
Relating to fentanyl prevention and drug poisoning awareness education for students enrolled in public institutions of higher education.
Relating to fentanyl prevention and drug poisoning awareness education for students enrolled in public institutions of higher education.
Relating to the provision of behavioral health crisis services, including measures to fund and support the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and related services.
Relating to the provision of behavioral health crisis services, including measures to fund and support the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and related services.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many Texas laws on suicide passed in 2025?
- The Texas 89th Legislature enacted 6 laws related to suicide. These bills were authored by 6 different legislators and address various aspects of suicide policy in Texas.
- Did suicide bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?
- Suicide legislation from the 89th Legislature includes 6 House bills. Both chambers contributed significant legislation on this topic.
- Which Texas legislators authored the most suicide bills?
- The leading authors of suicide legislation include Rep. Brooks Landgraf (R) with 1 bills, Rep. Elizabeth Campos (D) with 1 bills, Rep. Philip Cortez (D) with 1 bills. These lawmakers have demonstrated particular focus on suicide issues during the 89th Legislature.
- How urgent are the compliance requirements for suicide legislation?
- Among the 6 suicide bills enacted, 0 have critical compliance urgency and 3 have moderate urgency. Businesses should prioritize reviewing high-urgency bills for immediate compliance planning.
- What subjects are related to suicide in Texas law?
- Suicide legislation frequently overlaps with Mental Health & Substance Abuse, State Finances--management & Control, Crimes--drugs. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.
- Is there bipartisan support for suicide legislation in Texas?
- Yes, 4 of the 6 suicide bills (67%) have bipartisan sponsorship, with both Republican and Democrat sponsors. This indicates areas of cross-party agreement on suicide policy.
- When do Texas suicide laws from the 89th Legislature take effect?
- Most Texas legislation takes effect September 1, 2025, unless otherwise specified. Some suicide bills may have immediate effective dates or delayed implementation schedules. Review individual bills for specific effective dates and compliance deadlines.
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