U.S. Representatives introduced a bipartisan resolution to establish 988 Day, promoting awareness of the suicide crisis lifeline.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Representatives Wesley Bell, Shri Thanedar, and Mike Lawler have introduced a bipartisan resolution designating September 8, 2025, as "988 Day" to raise awareness of the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline, which aims to support individuals experiencing mental health challenges. A similar resolution has been introduced in the Senate by Cory Booker and John Kennedy.
The 988 lifeline, operational since July 2022, provides 24/7 free support, especially for vulnerable communities. The resolution highlights the significance of this service, with lawmakers emphasizing the need for awareness to prevent loss of life from suicide.
Supporters, including mental health organizations, recognize the critical role of the 988 hotline in connecting individuals to necessary resources. Advocates stress that enhancing awareness can lead to more people seeking help and ultimately saving lives.
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Wesley Bell Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Wesley Bell:
- H.R.5132: Healthy Servicemembers Act
- H.R.4631: St. Louis RECA Readjustment Act
- H.R.4010: Turning Untrusted Tutoring Origins Away from Resources Act of 2025
- H.R.3621: Public Safety and Mental Health Reporting Act
- H.R.2816: Shell Company Abuse Act
- H.R.2669: Community First Act
You can track bills proposed by Wesley Bell on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Bell.
Wesley Bell Fundraising
Wesley Bell recently disclosed $259.6K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 333rd most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 76.1% came from individual donors.
Bell disclosed $199.8K of spending. This was the 267th most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Bell disclosed $642.7K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 403rd most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Wesley Bell's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
