This resolution supports designating April 20 through April 24, 2026, as "National Home Visiting Week" to recognize the importance of home visiting programs for early childhood development. Home visiting programs connect trained professionals with families to support child development, strengthen parent-child relationships, and reduce risks of abuse and neglect, particularly during critical early brain development years. The resolution highlights that federal home visiting programs currently operate across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, five territories, and Indigenous communities, serving over 150,000 families annually through nearly one million home visits. More than 20,000 home visitors and supervisors delivered these evidence-based services nationwide in 2024, with demonstrated positive outcomes for participating children and families according to federal program evaluations. This resolution does not create new funding or programs but rather expresses congressional support for recognizing and promoting the work of home visiting services.
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