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Family Support: New Home Visiting Rules and Funding for Child Programs

This act reauthorizes and amends the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting program, increasing its funding and introducing new rules for data transparency and virtual visits. The goal is to better support families in child care and improve access to services.
Key points
Increased funding for home visiting programs for families with young children, reaching $800 million for fiscal year 2027.
Creation of a publicly accessible website containing easy-to-understand information on outcomes achieved by eligible entities.
Introduction of virtual home visits, with a requirement for at least one in-person visit during every 12-month period.
Establishment of the Jackie Walorski Center for Evidence-Based Case Management to support workforce and program administration.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-12-02
94%
For 390
Against 26
Abstain 0
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Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8876
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7]
Process start date: 2022-09-19
Voting date: 2022-12-02
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 500
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Jackie Walorski Maternal and Child Home Visiting Reauthorization Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8876.

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 2022-09-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased funding for home visiting programs for families with young children, reaching $800 million for fiscal year 2027.
  • Creation of a publicly accessible website containing easy-to-understand information on outcomes achieved by eligible entities.
  • Introduction of virtual home visits, with a requirement for at least one in-person visit during every 12-month period.
  • Establishment of the Jackie Walorski Center for Evidence-Based Case Management to support workforce and program administration.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 390 - 26 (Roll no. 500). (text: CR H8713-8715)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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