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Support for Children After Trauma: New Aid Programs

This bill establishes a grant program to help communities respond to children's traumatic experiences. This will provide children and youth who have experienced difficult situations with easier access to psychological support and other necessary services. The goal is to better coordinate the efforts of agencies and organizations helping children in need.
Key points
Creation of response teams for adverse childhood experiences to coordinate assistance.
Facilitating access to mental health services and addiction treatment for families affected by trauma.
Training for emergency responders, social workers, and educators on supporting children after trauma.
Funding of $10 million annually for fiscal years 2026-2029 for these programs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1897
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2025-05-22