FCC Unanimously Adopts Georouting for 9-8-8 Lifeline Calls, Boosting Local Mental Health Support

FCC Unanimously Adopts Georouting for 9-8-8 Lifeline Calls, Boosting Local Mental Health Support

The Federal Communications Council (FCC) voted unanimously to require all wireless carriers to implement georouting for calls to the 9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. This decision has been welcomed by mental health advocates, who see it as a critical step in connecting individuals in crisis with local support services. The FCC’s new rules mandate that nationwide wireless carriers implement georouting… (Eisen, October 18, 2024) #Mental and Behavioral Health