§ 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.