This House resolution supports designating April 20 through April 24, 2026, as "National Home Visiting Week." The resolution lists reasons to recognize home visiting programs, including that early childhood is a key time for brain development, home visiting helps parents and children, and evaluations show positive short- and long-term outcomes. It cites the 2022 reauthorization that increased investment and workforce support, mentions Tribal home visiting grants, and gives 2024 and FY2024 statistics about reach, visits, and staff. The resolution concludes by saying the House supports the designation and its goals and ideals.
The resolution is a formal statement of support and recognition. It highlights the role of home visiting programs and may raise public awareness. The text does not itself create or change home visiting programs or funding.
No publicly available information. The resolution expresses support and does not authorize federal spending in its text.
Supporters say home visiting programs help parents meet children’s needs, promote healthy development, strengthen families, and reduce abuse and neglect. The resolution cites Federal evaluation studies showing positive outcomes, notes expanded investment in 2022 (including workforce support and a named center for case management), and highlights Tribal grants and 2024 service and reach statistics.
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