Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the good work of the Arkansas chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and to call attention to this topic that is so important throughout our Nation. Since I came to Congress, I have met with Arkansas American Foundation for Suicide Prevention members, their families, and recently, Tyler West and Christopher Epperson. This week I cosponsored H.R. 4194, the National Suicide Hotline Designation Act, in honor of them, and for so many like them and their families that have been affected by suicide and hope that we can reduce suicides nationwide. This bill would designate 988 as the universal telephone number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, making it just as simple as dialing 911 for emergency help. I want to thank my friend and colleague, Representative Chris Stewart, for introducing this vital legislation. We all must work together and do what we can to save the lives of our fellow citizens and reverse this deadly trend. I look forward to the day we vote on this House floor to make 988 that lifesaving number. Congratulating Vinh Long on a New Manufacturing Facility”