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Funding Peer Support Programs for Family Caregivers and Underserved Communities.

This law authorizes $10 million annually from 2026 to 2030 to establish and expand support programs for individuals caring for family members. Caregivers will gain access to free peer support, emotional assistance, and help navigating complex administrative and financial paperwork. The funding prioritizes reaching underserved populations, including low-income communities, immigrants, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Key points
Provides $10 million annually (2026-2030) for grants to develop in-person and virtual peer support programs for family caregivers.
Funds can be used for emotional support, assistance with administrative/financial forms, and training certified peer support specialists.
Grants prioritize serving vulnerable groups, such as young caregivers, low-income communities, and those needing language assistance.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3230
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Family Caregiver Peer Support Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3230.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Provides $10 million annually (2026-2030) for grants to develop in-person and virtual peer support programs for family caregivers.
  • Funds can be used for emotional support, assistance with administrative/financial forms, and training certified peer support specialists.
  • Grants prioritize serving vulnerable groups, such as young caregivers, low-income communities, and those needing language assistance.
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 Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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.

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