Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Summary
The bill directs the Health and Human Services Secretary to award a grant to a nonprofit that will set up and run a 24‑hour toll‑free phone, text and chat helpline, plus a website and outreach program, to give emotional support and guidance to families. It aims to help parents, caregivers and young people deal with issues such as abuse, substance misuse, and other challenges, strengthening families across the United States. Funding of $20 million per year is authorized for fiscal years 2027‑2032.
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