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Peer-run warm line callers, providers ask Legislature for $20M annual funding to preserve statewide service
Summary
Multiple peer-support organizations and county advocates told the subcommittee that the statewide peer-run warm line prevents emergency room visits, provides linguistically specific services, and is at risk without continued funding; providers asked for $20 million annually through 2028 and one-time bridge funds to avoid layoffs.
Multiple peer-run warm line operators, county advocates and national groups testified to the subcommittee about a statewide peer-run warm line that provides 24/7 emotional support, crisis prevention and referrals. Testimony emphasized the service’s rapid growth, linguistic coverage, and potential cost savings to the emergency system, and urged the Legislature to continue or increase state funding.
Key claims and requests Stakeholders described the warm line as a low‑cost, peer‑delivered alternative to crisis services that responds to callers without the formalities of clinical hotlines. MHSF (Mental…
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