Rep. Mark Pocan warns that terminating the dedicated LGBTQ+ suicide crisis line could have dire consequences. This hotline, part of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, has been operational since 2022 and has handled nearly 1.3 million interactions. Despite initial communications from Health and Human Services about its future, subsequent requests for meetings were ignored. Lawmakers from both parties are uniting to oppose the cuts and stress the critical need for continued support tailored to the LGBTQ+ community's unique mental health challenges.
Rep. Mark Pocan emphasized that the LGBTQ+ suicide crisis line, created to address the unique needs of a vulnerable population, has saved countless lives and should not be discontinued.
The LGBTQ+ subline of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, launched in 2022, has received nearly 1.3 million communications, highlighting its vital role in suicide prevention among LGBTQ+ individuals.
Concerns have been raised about the federal government's decision to terminate the dedicated LGBTQ+ hotline, with lawmakers warning it could lead to lethal consequences for a population already at higher risk of suicide.
Bipartisan lawmakers are mobilizing to advocate for the continuation of the LGBTQ+ suicide crisis line, emphasizing the essential support it provides to a community facing significant mental health challenges.
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