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Congress Cuts LGBTQ+ Support in Crisis Lifeline, Advocates Alarmed

8/24/2025

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Congress eliminated federal funding for the LGBTQ+ option in the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, leading states like California and Colorado to find alternative support.
Advocates are worried about insufficient training for general counselors, potentially affecting support quality.
Bipartisan federal lawmakers are calling for the reinstatement of the LGBTQ+ line to ensure crisis assistance for at-risk youth.

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Story summary

Congress eliminated federal funding for the LGBTQ+ option in the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, leading states like California and Colorado to find alternative support.
Advocates are worried about insufficient training for general counselors, potentially affecting support quality.
Bipartisan federal lawmakers are calling for the reinstatement of the LGBTQ+ line to ensure crisis assistance for at-risk youth.