HJR48 Alabama 2022 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Matt SimpsonRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2022

Title

9-8-8 Study Commission, extended

Summary

HJR48 extends the 9-8-8 Study Commission through the 2023 session to study and recommend how Alabama will implement a 24/7 statewide 9-8-8 crisis system and then dissolve after reporting.

What This Bill Does

It extends the existing commission through the last legislative day of the 2023 Regular Session. It keeps the current membership and tasks from Act 2021-359. It directs the commission to study and make recommendations on 24/7 statewide coverage, technology to triage calls and connect to follow-up care, funding to sustain call centers and crisis services in every county, increased call center capacity, and compliance with federal Lifeline and designations rules, while maintaining local resources and providing follow-up services; the commission must present its findings to the Legislature by the final day of the 2023 session, at which point it dissolves.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents who rely on 9-8-8 crisis services, as the bill aims to improve statewide access, coverage, and follow-up care
• 9-8-8 call centers and crisis service providers in Alabama, which may receive guidance, funding, and requirements to expand capacity, technology, and compliance

Key Provisions

• Extends the 9-8-8 Study Commission created by Act 2021-359 through the last legislative day of the 2023 Regular Session.
• Maintains the commission’s existing membership.
• Directs the commission to study and make recommendations on: 24/7 statewide coverage; technology investments to triage calls and link to follow-up care; funding to stabilize call centers and crisis services in every county; increasing call center capacity; compliance with National Suicide Prevention Lifeline requirements and best practices; maintaining local resource and referral listings; and follow-up services.
• Addresses compliance with the National Suicide Hotline Designation Act of 2020 and FCC rules to ensure effective 9-8-8 and crisis services for all Alabama residents.
• Requires the commission to present its findings and any legislative recommendations to the Legislature by the final legislative day of the 2023 Regular Session, at which time the commission is dissolved.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative