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Funding for National Child Abuse Hotline

This new law allows for funding a national, 24-hour hotline to assist children, parents, and caregivers dealing with child abuse issues. It aims to make support and information more accessible, including via text and chat, for anyone in need across the country.
Key points
Establishes a national, toll-free hotline available 24/7 for victims, parents, and caregivers.
Allows communication with the hotline via text and chat services, increasing accessibility for diverse needs.
The hotline will offer crisis counseling, general assistance, and referrals to support services.
Priority for funding will be given to experienced organizations to ensure high-quality service.
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Additional Information
To amend section 105(a) of the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award a grant to a nonprofit entity for a national child abuse hotline.
Print number: HR 566
Sponsor: Rep. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-6]
Process start date: 2021-01-28