Hill Day 2022 Factsheet: 988 Implementation Act

Bottom Line: With a July 2022 transition date for 988 implementation fast approaching,
significant investments are needed to improve and bolster the suicide prevention,
mental health and substance use crisis care continuum.

The Ask: Cosponsor and support the passage of the 9-8-8 Implementation Act of 2022
(H.R.7116).

Additional Resources:

• Visit SAMHSA’s 988 webpage for resources
• Download SAMHSA’s 988 playbook for providers
• Search pending state legislation related to 988
• Search grant funding available to states and territories
• Roadmap to the Ideal Crisis System
• CCBHCs and the crisis response system