# Education (GED)

## Title 7. Public Schools

### Subtitle 5. Youth Suicide Prevention School Programs

#### Section 7-503

(a)

  (1) There is a statewide Youth Suicide Prevention School Program administered by the Department in cooperation with:

    (i) Participating local education agencies;

    (ii) Local community agencies involved in suicide prevention;

    (iii) Local community mental health programs; and

    (iv) Youth service bureaus.

  (2) On or before October 1, 1986, the Department may establish a demonstration Youth Suicide Prevention School Program in cooperation with local education agencies in the following political subdivisions:

    (i) Anne Arundel County;

    (ii) Baltimore City;

    (iii) Baltimore County;

    (iv) Harford County;

    (v) Howard County; and

    (vi) Montgomery County.

(b) Any political subdivision in the State may apply for assistance or grant funds under this subtitle to establish a local Youth Suicide Prevention School Program.

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Md. Code Ann., Educ. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)