Create and fund grants for regional and local 9-8-8 Lifeline call centers to upgrade technology, train staff, improve operations, and hire staff.

The bill would require the Secretary to award grants to new or existing crisis call centers serving regional or local areas to purchase or upgrade call center technology, provide staff training, improve operations, and hire staff, with $441,000,000 authorized for fiscal year 2027.

Adam Smith cosponsored H.R. 10280, which would create a grant program for regional and local Lifeline call centers and authorize $441 million for FY2027.

H.R. 10280 (IH) - 9–8–8 Implementation Act of 2026 - BILLS-119hr10280ih | Related Documents | GovInfo
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