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, and for other purposes.

Support for the Lifeline and Mental Health Safety Net: Under Resolved clause (2), the House of Representatives commends the development and implementation of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline as a critical component of the national mental health safety net. This is positive because the lifeline connects individuals in crisis to a network of crisis centers available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and a recent study found that 88 percent of callers said it prevented them from harming themselves.

Public Education and High-Risk Outreach: Under Resolved clause (3), the resolution encourages continued public education and outreach regarding the availability and importance of 988, particularly for high-risk populations. This is beneficial because it helps raise awareness for at-risk groups, such as LGBTQI+ youth and veterans, who have specialized options available to them through the lifeline.

Expansion of Access to Care: Under Resolved clause (4), the text supports Federal, State, and local efforts to expand access to mental health services and crisis intervention programs. This is a positive outcome for the people because access to timely and effective mental health services and crisis support is noted as a vital component of suicide prevention.

Recognition of 988 Day: Under Resolved clause (5), the House supports the goals and ideals of 988 Day as a way to recognize the essential role of the Lifeline in saving lives and supporting mental health across all communities. This recognition helps promote mental health support and raises awareness of the service nationwide.