Bills · HR 5434
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5434Emergency communications systemsSex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
988 LGBTQ+ Youth Access Act of 2025
INTRO SEP 17· LAST ACTION SEP 17
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it directly addresses a critical public health issue: the significantly higher rates of suicide attempts among LGBTQ+ youth compared to their peers. By guaranteeing a dedicated portion of funding for specialized LGBTQ+ services within the 988 hotline, the bill aims to ensure that a vulnerable population receives targeted, affirming, and accessible mental health support when they are in crisis.
If this bill becomes law, it would provide a more stable and robust funding stream for these crucial services, potentially leading to improved quality of care, increased capacity to handle calls, and better outreach to LGBTQ+ youth. If it doesn't pass, the funding for these specialized services could remain less secure and potentially subject to fluctuations, which might hinder their ability to effectively serve a community facing disproportionate mental health challenges. It highlights the importance of tailored support for specific demographic groups within broader mental health initiatives.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to dedicate sufficient resources for specialized services supporting LGBTQ+ youth on the 988 suicide prevention hotline.
This ensures that specific support for LGBTQ+ youth, who face higher suicide risks, is a priority for the national hotline.
PROVISION 02
Mandates that not less than 9% of the annual appropriations for the 988 Lifeline must be reserved for these specialized LGBTQ+ youth services.
This provision guarantees a consistent and dedicated funding stream, making the services more stable and reliable.
PROVISION 03
Specifies that these specialized services include establishing and maintaining options like the 'Press 3' or Integrated Voice Response (IVR) for LGBTQ+ youth.
This ensures direct and easy access for LGBTQ+ youth to counselors specifically trained to address their unique challenges.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 158
D· Illinois
YRS IN OFFICE
9
BILLS LED
42
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 3%
DEM 156 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSSEP 17
Introduced in House
SEP 17
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5434
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 17, 2025
Last actionSep 17, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 17, 2025
House BillHR 5434Emergency communications systemsSex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
988 LGBTQ+ Youth Access Act of 2025
INTRODUCED SEP 17, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 17, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
158
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
