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Protecting 9-8-8 Crisis Lifeline: Penalties for Intentional Interference.

This new law introduces fines and imprisonment for individuals who intentionally block or impede the operation of the national 9-8-8 suicide and crisis lifeline, including the veterans crisis line. The aim is to ensure that people in need of mental health and crisis support can always access this critical service without disruption.
Key points
The act prohibits intentionally impeding the 9-8-8 lifeline, which provides support for suicide and other crisis situations.
Individuals who intentionally block the 9-8-8 line may face fines up to $1,500, imprisonment for up to 6 months, or both.
The goal is to protect access to help for people in crisis, including veterans, by eliminating false calls and disruptions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9158
Sponsor: Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6]
Process start date: 2022-10-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CALL Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9158.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-10-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act prohibits intentionally impeding the 9-8-8 lifeline, which provides support for suicide and other crisis situations.
  • Individuals who intentionally block the 9-8-8 line may face fines up to $1,500, imprisonment for up to 6 months, or both.
  • The goal is to protect access to help for people in crisis, including veterans, by eliminating false calls and disruptions.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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