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President Trump's budget proposals indicate ongoing support for the 988 suicide prevention hotline. However, there are mixed messages regarding the administration's commitment to mental health and addiction funding. Observers are urged to watch for developments in these critical public health areas.
- ▪The budget office will continue funding for the 988 suicide prevention hotline.
- ▪There are mixed messages about the administration's approach to mental health and addiction.
- ▪The proposals highlight two pressing public health issues.
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3 Things To Watch on Mental Health in Trump’s Early Budget Proposals President Donald Trump’s budget office says he’ll continue to fund the new 988 suicide prevention hotline, but documents sent to Congress offer clues — amid some mixed messages — about the administration’s approach to two pressing public health issues: mental health and addiction. By Aneri Pattani May 21, 2025
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