Appropriates funds to establish a statewide mental health warm line in Hawaii.
The bill appropriates funds to the Department of Health to establish and operate a free statewide mental health warm line. This service provides nonclinical mental health support over the telephone for individuals experiencing psychological distress but not in immediate danger. The warm line is intended for those who need someone to talk to but do not require emergency services. The funding will cover equipment, training, and operational expenses for the warm line, which will be available statewide at no cost to users.
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