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119-sres-376119th Congress

A resolution recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem, expressing support for the designation of September 8, 2025, as "988 Day" and the role of 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

Sponsored By: Senator Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]

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Summary

Recognizes the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and would designate September 8, 2025 as "988 Day." The resolution frames suicide as a serious public health problem and urges outreach and support for crisis services nationwide.

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  • People in crisis and families: highlights the 988 Lifeline, which has routed nearly 18 million contacts since its launch. SAMHSA reports 98% of callers found the Lifeline helpful.
  • High-risk populations: encourages continued public education and outreach, and notes 988 offers phone, chat, and TTY support, services in over 150 languages, plus specialized options for veterans and Spanish speakers.
  • Crisis centers and communities: supports Federal, State, and local efforts to expand mental health services and crisis intervention, and notes 988 connects to a network of over 200 state and locally funded crisis centers available 24 hours a day.

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]

NJ • D

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

    LA • R

    Sponsored 9/8/2025

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