Please join our efforts to obtain authorization for the Calling for 2-1-1 Act. Passage of the legislation will create a federal 2-1-1 system. 2-1-1 is currently being used by many states, including Washington (managed locally by the Crisis Clinic ), as the 3-digit call in number for referrals to health and human services . This easy to remember number has proven to be an invaluable resource in the aftermath of a disaster and provides everyday assistance to anyone seeking health and human services. It is a free and confidential number that creates efficiencies for government and nonprofits alike.

Help us pass this critical piece of legislation by emailing or calling Senator Patty Murray, toll free at (877) 210-5351 and by emailing or calling Representative Jay Inslee at (800) 422-5521. Both are strong supporters of the Calling for 2-1-1 Act. The message to each is:

Message to Senator Patty Murray:
Thank you for being a champion of the Calling for 2-1-1 Act. As a Member of the Senate HELP Committee, please help us pass this critical legislation by urging Senator Harkin to bring S. 211 to a vote in committee. Thank you.

Message to Representative Jay Inslee:
Thank you for co-sponsoring the Calling for 2-1-1 Act. As a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, please urge Chairman Waxman to expedite passage of H.R.211 by bringing it to a vote in committee. Thank you.