This House resolution recognizes suicide as a serious public health problem and supports designating September 8, 2026, as "988 Day." It commends the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and describes the Lifeline's services and reach. The text cites Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) statistics about suicide rates and deaths, notes that many people who die by suicide had diagnosable mental health conditions, and highlights the role of timely crisis support.
The resolution lists facts about the 988 Lifeline from the bill: 988 became the three-digit code on July 16, 2022; the Lifeline connects to a national network of over 200 state and local crisis centers available 24/7; it offers services in over 240 languages and by phone, chat, and TTY; it includes specialized lines such as a veterans crisis line and Spanish-language services. The bill states the Lifeline routed nearly 26.2 million contacts from July 2022 to July 2026, that a SAMHSA study found 98 percent of callers said the Lifeline was helpful and 88 percent said it prevented them from harming themselves, and that SAMHSA recognizes September 8 as 988 Day.
The resolution expresses congressional support for the 988 Lifeline and for marking September 8, 2026, as 988 Day. It encourages public education and outreach about 988, especially for groups at higher risk for suicide. It also says federal, state, and local efforts should expand access to mental health services and crisis programs. The text does not list new programs or detailed requirements.
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Supporters in the resolution say suicide is a growing, serious public health concern and that access to timely mental health and crisis support is vital. The bill commends the development and implementation of the 988 Lifeline as a critical part of the national mental health safety net. It highlights high contact numbers, language and communication options, specialized services (for veterans and Spanish speakers), and survey results respondents reported as helpful.
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