988 LGBTQ+ Youth Access Act of 2025
Sponsor
Raja Krishnamoorthi
Democrat · IL-8
Latest Action · Sep 17, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Bill Progress
988 Hotline Boosts LGBTQ+ Youth Support
Why it matters
LGBTQ+ youth face higher suicide risks and need specialized help—this bill aims to deliver it.
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What This Bill Does
Dedicated Resources for LGBTQ+ Youth
Requires the federal suicide hotline (988) to devote enough staff and funds to help LGBTQ+ youth who reach out.
Specialized Hotline Services
Mandates options like 'Press 3' that quickly route LGBTQ+ youth to counselors trained for their needs.
Ongoing Operation and Training
Calls for hiring and continuous training of staff to understand and address LGBTQ+ specific challenges.
Updating Federal Law
Amends existing health law so that LGBTQ+ youth support is written into the official responsibilities of the 988 hotline.
Data and Awareness
Highlights striking statistics about LGBTQ+ youth and suicide, pointing toward the high demand and urgent need.
Who Benefits
LGBTQ+ Youth
Receive faster, more understanding crisis support when reaching out for help.
Families of LGBTQ+ Youth
Benefit from more accessible, specialized support for loved ones in crisis.
Mental Health Counselors
Get better training and resources to help LGBTQ+ youth effectively.
LGBTQ+ Advocacy Groups
Gain a new tool in the effort to reduce youth suicide rates and support mental health.
Who's Affected
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Staff
Will need additional training and possibly more staffing to meet new standards.
Federal Health Officials (HHS)
Tasked with directing funding, collecting outcomes, and overseeing the program.
Broader Youth Population
May face longer wait times if resources are reallocated without increased funding.
State and Local Hotlines
May adjust protocols or expand services to align with federal changes.
Cosponsors (144)
Michael Lawler
Republican · NY
Sharice Davids
Democrat · KS
Brian Fitzpatrick
Republican · PA
Seth Moulton
Democrat · MA
Mark Takano
Democrat · CA
Kevin Mullin
Democrat · CA
Daniel Goldman
Democrat · NY
Angie Craig
Democrat · MN
Timothy Kennedy
Democrat · NY
Emily Randall
Democrat · WA
Bonnie Watson Coleman
Democrat · NJ
Ro Khanna
Democrat · CA
Recent Actions
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Committees (1)
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