988 Lifeline – Suicide & Crisis Hotline Policy Updates

Stay up to date with the latest headlines on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, America’s national mental health support system. From federal policy changes affecting LGBTQ youth services to performance metrics and expert commentary, JRL CHARTS delivers ongoing coverage of the evolving infrastructure behind 988. As debate continues over specialized care vs. universal access, this tag serves as your hub for all things related to the 988 Lifeline.

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Feds to Cut LGBTQ Youth Crisis Services from 988 Lifeline July 17 — Experts Warn of Suicide Risk Spike

By: Paul Goldberg, Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS – LGBT Politics USA LAS VEGAS — (July 16, 2025) — In a move that has sparked outrage among mental health advocates, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) confirmed it will eliminate the specialized LGBTQ youth support option on the 988 Suicide and Crisis [...]