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Support for Children After Trauma: Aid Programs and Training

This act establishes a new grant program to help communities respond when children experience trauma. These funds will enable the creation of support teams, training for service providers, and better connection of children to necessary services like healthcare and psychological support. The goal is to reduce the long-term negative effects of traumatic experiences on children.
Key points
Establishing local response teams for childhood trauma, integrating law enforcement, health services, and other institutions.
Funding training for emergency responders, social workers, and educators to better understand and support children after trauma.
Facilitating access for children and their families to mental health services and substance abuse treatment.
Allocating $10 million annually for this purpose from 2022 to 2025.
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Print number: 117_HR_3673
Sponsor: Rep. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1]
Process start date: 2021-06-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

National ACERT Grant Program Authorization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3673.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishing local response teams for childhood trauma, integrating law enforcement, health services, and other institutions.
  • Funding training for emergency responders, social workers, and educators to better understand and support children after trauma.
  • Facilitating access for children and their families to mental health services and substance abuse treatment.
  • Allocating $10 million annually for this purpose from 2022 to 2025.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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