H.R. 10295, known as the 9-8-8 Call Center Improvement Act, is a bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on September 3, 2026. The bill aims to enhance crisis call centers that handle the 9-8-8 suicide and crisis lifeline calls by authorizing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide grants to both new and existing regional and local crisis call centers. These grants can be used for purchasing or upgrading technology, training staff, improving operations, and hiring additional personnel. The bill proposes allocating $441 million for fiscal year 2027, with funds available until expended. The goal is to strengthen the capacity and quality of mental health crisis response services nationwide.
Media coverage has highlighted the bipartisan support for H.R. 10295, noting its potential to significantly improve mental health crisis response services across the country. The bill's focus on providing substantial funding to crisis call centers is seen as a crucial step in addressing the growing need for accessible mental health support. Advocates commend the bill for its comprehensive approach to enhancing the infrastructure and workforce of these centers, which are vital in providing immediate assistance to individuals in crisis.
Critics of H.R. 10295 have raised concerns about the bill's financial implications, questioning the allocation of $441 million and whether it will be sufficient to meet the diverse needs of crisis call centers nationwide. Some argue that while the bill addresses immediate operational needs, it may not fully tackle the underlying systemic issues in mental health services. Additionally, there are apprehensions about the implementation process and whether the funds will be distributed equitably among regions with varying levels of existing resources.
The donor data provided consists entirely of individual contributions from employees of Applied Materials, Inc., with no PAC contributions identified. There is no apparent direct conflict of interest between the donors and the bill, which focuses on crisis call centers. Applied Materials, Inc. is a company in the semiconductor industry, which does not have a direct connection to public health service or crisis call centers.
These industries are both affected by this bill and among the sponsor's top donors.
| Industry | Match Type | Related Subject | Donations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Professionals (H01) | Sector | Health | $120,000,000 |
| Total from overlapping industries | $120,000,000 | ||
Top industries funding Lori Trahan, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
