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Mental Health Support for First Responders: Expanding the 9-8-8 Lifeline

This bill aims to make it easier for police, firefighters, and EMTs to access mental health support through the 9-8-8 national hotline. It focuses on reducing stigma and providing specialized help tailored to the unique challenges of first responders.
Key points
Specialized training for 9-8-8 hotline staff to better understand first responder trauma and behavioral health.
Grants for awareness campaigns integrated into professional training programs and labor organization resources.
Strict privacy protections for first responders seeking help, ensuring data is anonymized and aggregated.
A pilot program to improve collaboration between federal health agencies and emergency service organizations.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Answering the Call Act of 2026
Print number: HR 8367
Sponsor: Rep. Cammack, Kat [R-FL-3]
Process start date: 2026-04-20