House Resolution 878
By: Representatives Wade of the 9th, Silcox of the 53rd, Clifton of the 131st, Willis of the 55th,
Chastain of the 7th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Commending the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, behavioral health conditions, including mental and substance use disorders, are
critical public health issues, and 988 was established to improve access to crisis services in
response to the country's growing suicide and mental health-related crisis care needs; and
WHEREAS, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a direct, national three-digit number that
connects individuals with suicide prevention and mental health crisis resources, which are
distinct from the public safety purposes of 911; and
WHEREAS, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides crucial support for people in
distress, reducing the burden on emergency rooms and law enforcement; and
WHEREAS, 988 calls, texts, and chats in the State of Georgia are answered by the Georgia
Crisis and Access Line (GCAL) 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year; and
WHEREAS, this vital service has the potential to save lives and foster healthier communities
by reducing stigma, promoting help-seeking behavior, and ensuring that people in crisis
receive timely and appropriate care; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable mental health resource
be appropriately honored during this special time.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body commend the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline for its outstanding
service on behalf of citizens in need and express best wishes for continued success.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the
public and the press.