 Since we launched 988 last July, we have seen tremendous benefits already. Indiana routinely is in the top five states for our in-state answer rate for 988, and we have been over 90%. 988 launched nationwide in 2022. While 10 states have implemented cell phone surcharges to fund the helpline, Indiana has not, relying instead on a combination of federal and state funds. Heather Starr, MNC News. And the organization InVets.