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Recognizing Caregiving Youth: National Awareness Week and Support for Research.

This resolution supports designating "National Caregiving Youth Week" in November 2025 to recognize and raise awareness about the estimated 6 million children and adolescents under 18 who provide care for family members. The goal is to highlight the challenges these youth face regarding education and mental health, and to encourage urgent national research to better support this underserved population. While not creating new laws, it aims to improve visibility and access to existing resources.
Key points
Designation of November 10–16, 2025, as National Caregiving Youth Week to officially recognize children performing caregiving duties.
Support for new, nationwide research initiatives to identify and address the specific needs of this underrecognized population, potentially leading to better future support programs.
Encouragement for educators, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to include caregiving youth in existing family caregiver support resources.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HCONRES_60
Sponsor: Rep. Frankel, Lois [D-FL-22]
Process start date: 2025-11-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing support for the designation of the week of November 10 through November 16, 2025, as "National Caregiving Youth Week" to raise awareness and encourage national recognition of children and adolescents under 18 years of age who serve as a primary or secondary caregiver for family or household members.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HCONRES_60.

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 2025-11-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of November 10–16, 2025, as National Caregiving Youth Week to officially recognize children performing caregiving duties.
  • Support for new, nationwide research initiatives to identify and address the specific needs of this underrecognized population, potentially leading to better future support programs.
  • Encouragement for educators, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to include caregiving youth in existing family caregiver support resources.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Frankel, Lois [D-FL-22].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

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Family Education Health