Rep. DeSaulnier: Defunding Suicide Hotline for LGBTQ Youth
May 07, 2025
May 07, 2025
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-California, issued the following floor remarks on May 6, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech):
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Mr. Speaker, in 2005, the 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline was launched to provide 24/7 access to counseling and referrals for Americans in crisis.
In recognition of these challenges, the challenges these Americans face . . .
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Mr. Speaker, in 2005, the 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline was launched to provide 24/7 access to counseling and referrals for Americans in crisis.
In recognition of these challenges, the challenges these Americans face . . .