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Early Childhood Mental Health Support in Head Start Programs

This act aims to improve the mental and emotional health of young children in Head Start programs. It introduces new support methods for children and staff, and provides funding for their implementation and evaluation, potentially leading to better child development and family support.
Key points
Implementation of proven methods to improve children's mental and emotional health in Head Start programs.
Training for Head Start staff on supporting children and promoting their own well-being.
Availability of grants for Head Start centers to implement new support programs.
Evaluation of the effectiveness of implemented changes and their long-term benefits.
Potential establishment of training centers for future Head Start staff.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6509
Sponsor: Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-11]
Process start date: 2022-01-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Early Childhood Mental Health Support Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6509.

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 2022-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Implementation of proven methods to improve children's mental and emotional health in Head Start programs.
  • Training for Head Start staff on supporting children and promoting their own well-being.
  • Availability of grants for Head Start centers to implement new support programs.
  • Evaluation of the effectiveness of implemented changes and their long-term benefits.
  • Potential establishment of training centers for future Head Start staff.
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. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Education Health Family