House bill proposes changes to 9-8-8 mental health call centers
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A bill titled the 9-8-8 Call Center Improvement Act was introduced in the House of Representatives. It has been referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Why it matters: This is a procedural step in the legislative process. The practical significance is currently limited to the committee stage, where members will review the proposal. It signals an intent to address the infrastructure or operations of the 9-8-8 crisis line, but no changes to current services or funding have occurred.
Who it affects
- House Committee on Energy and Commerce members
The source is Congress.gov, the official legislative database; readers should check the full text of the bill on that site to understand the specific provisions before relying on this summary.
Agency: House
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document