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On the recordJuly 17, 2026
I wrote the legislation to stand up the 988 crisis line because I knew that if we made getting help a little easier for people when they need it most, it would save so much heartache.
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Tammy Baldwin
Democratic · Wisconsin

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On the success of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

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