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New Child Health Models: Comprehensive Support for Kids

This act establishes a pilot program to improve children's health through a comprehensive approach to their physical, mental, and social needs. Through this program, children and their families in selected communities can gain better access to coordinated healthcare and support, aiming to enhance their overall well-being and health.
Key points
Pilot Program: Establishes a pilot program in selected states to test new comprehensive child health models, covering physical, mental, and social health.
Financial Support: Provides grants to states for developing and implementing these models, along with additional federal funds for service provision under the program.
Service Coordination: Aims for better coordination of health, social, and educational services for children, including collaboration with schools and community organizations.
Needs Assessment: Requires states to conduct health needs assessments for children in selected communities to tailor services to actual problems.
Improved Access: Seeks to facilitate children's access to necessary services, including through telehealth and streamlining eligibility processes for assistance programs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5011
Sponsor: Sen. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2022-09-29