Bill 118 hr 4851, also known as the 9–8–8 Implementation Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to establish a nationwide 9–8–8 mental health and suicide prevention hotline, similar to the existing 9–1–1 emergency hotline for physical emergencies.
The bill outlines the requirements for the implementation of the 9–8–8 hotline, including the designation of a lead federal agency to oversee the hotline, the establishment of a grant program to support state and local crisis call centers, and the development of best practices for call center operations. The bill also includes provisions for the training of call center staff, the coordination of services with existing mental health and suicide prevention resources, and the evaluation of the effectiveness of the hotline.
Overall, the 9–8–8 Implementation Act of 2023 aims to improve access to mental health and suicide prevention services for individuals in crisis by providing a dedicated, easy-to-remember hotline number. The bill has bipartisan support and is seen as a crucial step in addressing the mental health crisis in the United States.
Bill 118 hr 4851, also known as the 9–8–8 Implementation Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to establish a nationwide 9–8–8 mental health and suicide prevention hotline, similar to the existing 9–1–1 emergency hotline for physical emergencies.
The bill outlines the requirements for the implementation of the 9–8–8 hotline, including the designation of a lead federal agency to oversee the hotline, the establishment of a grant program to support state and local crisis call centers, and the development of best practices for call center operations. The bill also includes provisions for the training of call center staff, the coordination of services with existing mental health and suicide prevention resources, and the evaluation of the effectiveness of the hotline.
Overall, the 9–8–8 Implementation Act of 2023 aims to improve access to mental health and suicide prevention services for individuals in crisis by providing a dedicated, easy-to-remember hotline number. The bill has bipartisan support and is seen as a crucial step in addressing the mental health crisis in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo provide for improvements in the implementation of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, and for other purposes.
Display Title9–8–8 Implementation Act of 2023
Short Title(s) as Introduced9–8–8 Implementation Act of 2023
Official Title as IntroducedTo provide for improvements in the implementation of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, and for other purposes.
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