S.193

Allows follow up communication from operators of telephone number for mental health and suicide crisis resources or 9-8-8 crisis hotline to minors at.

Allows follow up communication from operators of telephone number for mental health and suicide crisis resources or 9-8-8 crisis hotline to minors at risk of committing suicide. The bill amends existing law to permit follow-up calls, texts, or chat messages to minors aged 16 or older who have contacted a crisis hotline for mental health support. These follow-ups can occur without parental consent or authorization, provided they are solely for suicide prevention purposes and do not constitute behavioral health treatment, diagnosis, or clinical care.