HRES 1171
Supporting the designation of the week of April 20 through April 24, 2026, as "National Home Visiting Week".
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Bill overview
This resolution recognizes and supports the designation of April 20-24 as National Home Visiting Week. It highlights the importance of home visiting programs in helping parents, particularly those with young children, develop healthy relationships, promote positive parenting, and reduce the risk of challenges. The resolution acknowledges the significant growth and impact of these programs across the United States and emphasizes their role in supporting families and children’s well-being. It also references ongoing investments and expansion of these programs.
Key provisions
- Designates the week of April 20-24 as National Home Visiting Week.
- Recognizes the goals and ideals associated with National Home Visiting Week.
- Acknowledges the positive outcomes of home visiting programs for children and families.
- References the Federal Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program.
- Highlights the expansion of evidence-based home visiting to numerous communities and counties.
- Notes the significant number of parents and children served by these programs in 2024.
- Recognizes the role of home visitors in providing support to families.
- Mentions dedicated funding for workforce support and the Jackie Walorski Center.
Who is affected
- Parents
- Children
- Families
- Home Visitors
- Early Childhood Development Programs
Notable changes
- The resolution emphasizes the increasing prevalence and effectiveness of evidence-based home visiting programs nationwide.
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119th CONGRESS — 2d Session
H. RES. 1171
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
RESOLUTION
Supporting the designation of the week of April 20 through April 24, 2026, as National Home Visiting Week
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Whereas every child deserves the opportunity to live up to his or her potential;
Whereas the early childhood years are the most active period for the developing brain and a stable, secure relationship with a nurturing, caring adult is a key factor in the development of young children;
Whereas home visiting programs help parents meet the unique needs of their children, promote healthy development, strengthen family relationships, and reduce the risk of abuse and neglect;
Whereas the Federal Mother and Infant Home Visiting Program Evaluation studies demonstrate both short- and long-term positive outcomes for children and families who participate in the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program;
Whereas the 2022 bipartisan reauthorization of the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program increased investment in home visiting to serve more children and families, including dedicated funding for workforce support and the Jackie Walorski Center for Evidence-Based Case Management;
Whereas Tribal Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting grants support health and well-being of children and families within American Indian and Alaska Native communities;
Whereas, in 2024, evidence-based home visiting was implemented in all 50 States, the District of Columbia, 5 territories, 32 Indigenous communities, and 65 percent of United States counties;
Whereas, in fiscal year 2024, the Federal Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program served over 150,000 parents and children and provided over 990,000 home visits;
Whereas more than 284,000 families received evidence-based home visiting services in 2024, over the course of more than 3,000,000 home visits;
Whereas more than 20,000 home visitors and supervisors delivered evidence-based services nationwide in 2024; and
Whereas home visitors provide practical, emotional, and educational support that helps families thrive, promotes positive parenting practices, and ensures children have a strong foundation for a healthy, successful life: Now, therefore, be it
That the House of Representatives supports—
National Home Visiting Week; and
the goals and ideals of National Home Visiting Week
.